Burnout is a state of exhaustion that is typically caused by chronic stress. While not a diagnosable medical condition, it is now classified by the World Health Organisation (WHO) as an occupational phenomenon.
Owners of small and medium-sized businesses across the state are being urged to take part in a series of “climate ready” workshops to protect their small business when extreme weather events cause disruption to trade. The Small Business Development Corporation (SBDC) is facilitating the practical forums to give operators insight and tools to...
You’ve probably heard of phishing, where cyber criminals send texts, emails or social media posts which appear to be from individuals or organisations you think you can trust. Business email compromise takes phishing one step further. Using phishing techniques, cyber criminals can steal information such as log in and financial details by...
A range of support measures have been introduced to support small business owners dealing with the rising cost of fuel and supply chain uncertainty. Interest free loans The Federal Government's Economic Resilience Program will provide $1 billion in interest free loans to fuel, fertiliser and other critical supply chain businesses. You can find out...
Most businesses evolve over time. You may start off running a small home based business and then branch out to hiring staff, moving into business premises or offering new products and services. If you’re starting a business or planning changes to the way you operate, we recommend taking a moment to check if there are any additional licensing...
Small businesses across Western Australia continue to grow year on year, reinforcing their position as the backbone of the state’s economy. The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics data as released by the SBDC shows there are 257,933 small businesses operating across WA in the current financial year — an increase of more than 30,000 businesses...
It’s easier than ever for you to access free business advice and support from our team of local business advisers, with the launch of online advisory appointment bookings on our website. One of the most important services we provide at the SBDC is our free business advisory service. Any current or aspiring small business owner in Western Australia...
'See you in court' might be an easy way to resolve disputes in your favourite legal series – but the reality of legal proceedings is much more complicated, expensive and potentially stressful for small business owners. Whether you’re handling a dispute with another business, your landlord, or an individual or organisation, it’s always worth...
Since it started in Western Australia in late 2020, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has had significant scrutiny, with final reports on the Royal Commission and a formal review of the scheme delivered in 2023. The Australian Government’s response has included making legislative changes that started on 3 October 2024 that you should...
As Australia transitions to faster mobile networks, a significant change is underway with the shutdown of 3G services. We look at the challenges that could be posed for businesses and offer some practical steps to ensure a smooth transition. What is 3G? Launched in 2003, 3G (which stands for the third generation of mobile networks) enabled mobile...
When an epic overseas trip in 2012 sparked an idea for a side hustle, Josephine, her husband Vince and business partner Michael embraced their entrepreneurial sides by importing and selling unique luxury tiles. Initially targeting qualified tilers for commercial projects, the team started selling out of a shipping container. They soon realised they...
Each year, more than one million Australians are impacted by scams, cybercrime and identity theft. For small businesses, cyber vulnerabilities can have a devastating impact. Have you ever thought about how much of your business information is stored on a smart phone, computer or online? What would happen if you lost access to that information or it...
