How we can help

Running a small business requires skills and knowledge of a variety of areas.

We provide a range of resources, tools and services to help develop your business. 

Business information

We provide a wealth of resources covering almost every aspect of starting and running a business.

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Advisory services

We offer advice, dispute and mediation services for small businesses throughout Western Australia. 

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Templates, tools and guides

We have a variety of tools, templates and guides to assist with your business needs.

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Building your knowledge

Defence industry and AUKUS opportunities

The investment in WA’s defence infrastructure will create new opportunities for local small businesses to participate in the supply chain and support the broader growth of the defence industry in state.

Read our Defence industry and AUKUS opportunities guide

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Advisory services

Looking for business advice?

We recommend the following approach when looking for business advice.

  1. Take a look through our extensive collection of business information.
  2. If you can't quite find the right information, discuss your business questions or concerns with our free business advisory service.
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Workshops

Build the skills to succeed

We offer a range of practical workshops across Western Australia.

They are delivered by selected presenters who are specialists in their subject matters and have a background in small business.

    Government supported

    Specialist facilitators

    Tailored for small business

 

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Upcoming Workshops

Business skills
Starting a Business
If you are thinking about starting a business, but don't know where to begin, this free two hour workshop will take you through the essentials.
3 February
Business skills
Business skills
Navigating Changes to the NDIS
If your business delivers services to people who access NDIS funding, this workshop will help you understand what upcoming changes may mean for your operations.
3 February
Business skills
Business skills
Tame your Inbox
Take control of your inbox using Microsoft Outlook and learn the techniques to reduce email clutter, manage messages efficiently and improve productivity.
4 February
Business skills
Financial management
Pricing to Make a Profit
This workshop will help you calculate your product pricing and explore strategies to maximise profitability.
4 February
Financial management
Sales and marketing
Marketing your Business
This workshop will show you how to understand your customers, stretch your marketing budget and make sure your business is noticed by the people who need what you have to offer.
4 February
Sales and marketing
Sales and marketing
How to Optimise your Website
Learn how to transform your website into a high performing asset that captivates users and drives tangible results.
4 February
Sales and marketing
Financial management
Tax Planning
This introductory workshop will explain the rules around tax planning so you can maximise your return and/or discuss strategies you may wish to implement with your accountant.
5 February
Financial management
Sales and marketing
Keyword Research for SEO
Keyword research is a fundamental skill for SEO success. Help your customers find your business online by optimising your content for SEO.
5 February
Sales and marketing
Business skills
How to Start a Food Business
Starting your own food business involves more than just a love of food. There are many key steps to ensure you are set up for success.
5 February
Business skills
Business skills
Starting a Business
If you are thinking about starting a business, but don't know where to begin, this free two hour workshop will take you through the essentials.
10 February
Business skills
Business skills
Setting and Achieving Goals
Understanding how to set and achieve goals is the key to business and personal success.
11 February
Business skills
Strategy and risk
Work Health and Safety for Business Owners
As a small business owner it is important to understand your obligations in regard to Workplace Health and Safety (WHS).
11 February
Strategy and risk
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Advisory services

Is your business in dispute?

We recommend the following approach when looking for help to resolve a business dispute.

  1. Take a look through our extensive collection of dispute resolution information.
  2. If you've tried to resolve the problem and are unsure of what to do next, contact our dispute resolution service.
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About the Commissioner

Meet the Commissioner

Saj Abdoolakhan is Western Australia’s Small Business Commissioner and CEO of the Small Business Development Corporation.

About the Commissioner   Our work 

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