Nestled in the busy cafe strip of Mt Hawthorn in central Perth lies a fashion lovers paradise, female-founded designer boutique Stella Rose Fashions. Founder Jen Rabe has been running the business for almost nine years and loves every day that she gets to spread her passion for fashion among her loyal customers. “I really enjoy helping the women of...
Starting his business five years ago and completing nearly 20 of our SBDC business skills workshops so far, Laundon Peacock is someone who loves to learn! Here he shares some of his experiences and lessons from his videography business, LP Visuals. Laundon Peacock launched his small business, LP Visuals, while he was a university student. What...
Have you heard about small businesses having their Facebook and Instagram accounts wrongfully shut down, in some cases severely impacting their business? Here’s a look into what has happened and how you can help to protect your business from the impact of something similar. Many WA businesses rely on their Meta accounts (which include Facebook and...
When you first develop an idea you may decide to test it as a hobby but it’s important for tax purposes to know when an activity becomes a business
According to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), three children have died and at least one child is seriously injured every month after swallowing or inserting button batteries in their bodies. Button batteries, also known as coin batteries, are small silver-coloured batteries which contain hazardous chemicals and can pose a...
Ending an employment relationship is one of the tougher parts of running a small business. While most business owners want to do the right thing, it’s not always clear what that looks like in practice. Understanding your employer obligations and following a fair process can reduce the risk of disputes and help you move forward with confidence. We...
Are you thinking it may be time to move on from your business? If you’re planning to sell your business, your mind has probably jumped to thoughts of how to manage the sales process and the price. But before listing it for sale, there are important housekeeping tasks to help you: package your business so that it’s attractive to a new buyer make the...
Running a business from home provides several cost and lifestyle benefits, including a range of eligible tax deductions. Home based businesses provide an opportunity to save on rent, the time and cost of commuting while providing flexibility in your work hours. It can also provide valuable ‘breathing space’ while you grow your business. Eligible...
Most business owners who’ve worked hard to establish their business, want to see it continue to thrive after they leave. A succession plan, or exit strategy, determines the best way to leave a business, whether that’s by sale, passing it onto other family members, introducing new management, or simply reducing your role in the business. Succession...
When you’re a small business owner, there are a number of government regulations and compliance requirements you need to stay on top of. While it may seem challenging to be across all the changes that may affect your business, there are three easy steps you can follow to ensure your business is meeting its legal requirements. Use subscriptions to...
Buying an established business can be challenging – but it can help knowing there’s somewhere you can turn for support. Jasmine Kik from Fireplaces WA uses our SBDC services regularly and shares her story. Fireplaces WA is a family-owned business offering a range of gas, wood, bio-ethanol, and electric fireplaces. According to the Fireplaces WA...
Have you been wondering how you can take paid parental leave from your business and what you may be entitled to? As a small business owner, you might have experienced how hard it can be to take any kind of break from your own business. Taking a day off can sometimes feel impossible, let alone taking a holiday from your business – or parental leave...
