Have financial constraints caused you to avoid seeking legal advice to help you and your business? This is a situation that many small business owners find themselves in. Often, the time and resources needed to pursue a legal matter (like a breach of contract or unpaid invoice) causes business owners to walk away from the issue. The good news is...
Taking some small actions can often help ease a larger burden when it comes to managing your wellbeing.
Nobody likes an awkward conversation. As tough as it may be, it’s hard to avoid difficult conversations when you’re in business. Here are some tips to help you plan ahead and ensure difficult conversations run smoothly and calmly. Difficult conversation #1: A client hasn’t paid you When you spend so much of your time working to attract new clients...
Reaching out to the SBDC for advice was the key to helping Elizabeth Lang from Diversity Focus make the right decisions during her business journey. Diversity Focus is a research, consultancy and training business that was established in 2017, inspired by the vision to create a more equitable and inclusive world. Founder Elizabeth Lang said that...
Do you feel like a vehicle you purchased for your business has been more trouble than it’s worth? No one likes the idea of having purchased a lemon, especially given the expense of buying a vehicle and your expectation of how it will save you time and money. As warranty periods can be limited, especially for second hand vehicles, the most important...
Owning a small business is like having a child that doesn’t sleep, according to Tamara Cook, owner of events management agency, Known Associates Events. “Of course, it’s extremely joyful but it’s also all-consuming and always in the back of your mind,” said Tamara. Freedom of running own business Tamara founded Known Associates in 2007. The...
When you’re located in regional Western Australia, it can sometimes feel like you don’t have access to as many resources as your counterparts in the Perth metro area. Here at the SBDC, we provide a range of support services which are available both locally in your area as well as over the phone or online. Here is an overview of the services on...
We understand that small businesses are facing an unprecedented time of disruption resulting from the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. While sadly many businesses have no option other than to close their doors, here at the Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) we are hearing about business owners who have been able to innovate and find a...
Starting your own food business is involves more than just a love of food. There are many key steps to ensure you are set up for success.
Have you wondered if your business idea is viable? This workshop will show you how to turn your idea into a side business that will allow you to test the market before committing full time.
A business plan is a valuable document for business owners as it helps you clarify your thinking, set a tone and direction for your business and gain a deeper understanding of your market.
These days, the risk of data breaches isn’t just something big corporations need to think about. Here are some essential tips and actions to help you protect your data security for your small business. Some major data breaches have made the headlines recently – and, unfortunately, these are not likely to be the only major data leaks we’ll hear...
