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Cash flow ups and downs are part of agency life, but lean times can build resilience. Protect client-facing work and your team, while trimming overheads and unused tech. Automate admin, outsource low-impact tasks, and simplify your tech stack. Running lean is not about standing still, it is about becoming sharper and more focused.

The recruitment and labour hire industry in Australia is changing fast, and agencies that embrace entrepreneurship and innovation are staying ahead. From spotting opportunities in emerging sectors to adopting smarter tech, offering flexible service models, building strong cultures, and forming strategic partnerships, innovation is now essential for growth.

Scaling does not always mean going bigger, faster. Danny Marlow explores how recruitment founders can take a smarter, incremental approach by testing new services, leveraging niche positioning, and using simple tech solutions to unlock sustainable growth.

Resilience is not something you build when things go wrong. It is something you embed from the start. Danny Marlow shares his insights on creating a recruitment business that can thrive in any market.

The Scale Up eBook brings together insights from 12 industry experts to help you grow with structure, clarity and confidence. Learn how to fix cash flow gaps, streamline operations, strengthen compliance and build a brand that attracts the right clients and candidates. Practical, real-world advice you can start using today.‍

Payday super is set to shake up payroll processes for labour hire and recruitment agencies. From July 2026, super contributions must be paid with every pay cycle, not quarterly. In this blog, we explore what the change means, why it matters for your cash flow, and how to get ahead using smart systems and funding solutions.

Victoria Kirwin has joined APositive as Head of APay, bringing her passion for problem solving, B2B finance, and fintech innovation to the team. With a bold vision to reshape how payments work in the recruitment sector, Victoria shares her goals for APay, her approach to leadership, and her love of music, food and storytelling.

A new NAB survey shows cash flow is still the biggest concern for small and medium businesses across Australia. For recruitment and labour hire companies, delayed client payments and rising costs are creating real pressure. We break down the findings and explain how APositive helps agencies stay financially steady.

Annie Samual is one of the first people new clients meet when they join APositive. As an Implementation Consultant, she helps recruitment and labour hire businesses simplify onboarding and payroll while building trust and improving systems. We spoke to Annie about her role, life with toddlers and her unexpected poker skills.

From 1 July 2025, ATO interest charges will no longer be tax-deductible. Learn how this impacts recruitment and labour hire businesses, and what you can do to stay ahead.

Discover how APayroll can streamline payroll processing, reduce administrative tasks, ensure compliance, and enhance operational efficiency for workforce companies. Learn how this all-in-one solution helps businesses save time and resources while focusing on growth.

Payday Super is coming in 2026, meaning that super contributions will need to be made alongside payroll rather than quarterly.

At APositive, we’re all about helping recruitment and labour hire businesses manage cash flow, payroll, and finance solutions. In this edition of Meet the A Team, we sit down with Paul Barker, Workforce Finance Consultant for VIC, SA and TAS. Paul shares his experience at APositive, what he loves about working with recruitment agencies, and a few fun facts about life outside of work. Read on to learn more!

Slow client payments can do more than disrupt cash flow—they can impact growth, strain relationships, and increase operational costs. For recruitment agencies, delayed payments create hidden financial challenges that can limit expansion and profitability. In this blog, we explore the real costs of slow payments and provide practical strategies to fix them, from setting clear payment terms to leveraging invoice finance solutions.

The recruitment industry is evolving rapidly, and 2025 is bringing major shifts that agencies can’t afford to ignore. From AI-driven hiring to the rise of skills-based recruitment and flexible work, staying ahead of these trends is crucial. In this blog, we explore what’s shaping the recruitment landscape and actionable steps your agency can take to stay competitive.

Scaling a workforce business comes with its own set of challenges. Discover how APositive’s flexible financial solutions like payroll funding, invoice financing, and cash flow management, can help streamline operations, support growth and ensure long-term success.

Discover how APositive’s financial tools, including payroll funding and invoice financing, simplify workforce operations, reduce stress, and improve cash flow. Learn how our solutions can enhance your business's financial stability and help you focus on growth.

Discover essential financial planning tips for workforce agencies. Learn how to manage payroll, improve cash flow, secure funding, and build a solid financial foundation to ensure long-term success for your business.