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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Small business support

Dealing with high fuel costs

A range of support measures have been introduced to support small business owners dealing with the rising cost of fuel and supply chain uncertainty.

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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
Building a Business Dashboard
Building a successful business is linked to understanding and focusing on key performance areas. This workshop helps identify these critical areas and how to monitor them.
1 May
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 May
Business skills
Tendering and contracts
Contracting and Capability Statements
Learn how to develop your own capability statement to help you complete contract and tender submissions.
4 May
Tendering and contracts
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 May
Sales and marketing
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.
5 May
Business skills
Business skills
Level Up: AI for Small Business
Build the skills and confidence to start using AI in your business.
6 May
Business skills
Climate Ready
Climate Ready - Swan
Our climate in Western Australia is changing, and a climate ready business is better equipped to manage, adapt and recover from these impacts. In this workshop, you will learn how the climate is changing in your area and develop an adaptation action plan.
6 May
Climate Ready
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.
7 May
Business skills
Business skills
Hospitality Skills
A curated collection of workshops for small business owners looking to plan or start a hospitality business.
8 May
Business skills
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.
8 May
Business skills
Sales and marketing
Instagram Reels and Stories
Tell your brand story, engage with your audience and enhance your online visibility using Instagram reels and stories.
12 May
Sales and marketing
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.
12 May
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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