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. 

Learn more about our advisory services
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

 

Browse our current workshops

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.
7 April
Business skills
Business skills
How to Write a Business Plan
A business plan is a valuable document that helps you clarify your thinking, set a direction for your business and gain a deeper understanding of your market.
8 April
Business skills
Sales and marketing
SEO Bootcamp
Gain a fundamental understanding of Search Engine Optimisation and its importance in enhancing your online visibility.
9 April
Sales and marketing
Financial management
Pricing to Make a Profit
This workshop will help you calculate your product pricing and explore strategies to maximise profitability.
10 April
Financial management
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.
14 April
Business skills
Strategy and risk
A Practical Introduction to Cyber Security
This workshop will arm you with the key skills and knowledge to protect your business information and customer data from cyber crminals.
14 April
Strategy and risk
Sales and marketing
Digital Marketing Essentials
This workshop examines a range of digital marketing options, including social media, email marketing and blogging, to help you understand what would work for your business.
16 April
Sales and marketing
Sales and marketing
Creating Engaging Video Content
Learn how to tell your brand story by creating and editing compelling video content for social media.
21 April
Sales and marketing
Sales and marketing
Creating Email Marketing Campaigns
Discover the power of email marketing and learn how to craft compelling email campaigns, automate workflows and choose the ideal email marketing platform tailored to your needs.
21 April
Sales and marketing
Business skills
Designing your Customer Service Experience
Create a customer service experience your customers remember. In this practical workshop, you'll map your customer journey, learn how to wow customers at key moments and leave with a clear action plan to implement.
21 April
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.
21 April
Business skills
Business skills
Small Business Health Check
Most businesses get into a rhythm doing the same thing day in, day out and often find it difficult to take time out of their routine to invest in self reflection and improvement.
22 April
Business skills
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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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