The International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) on 3 December is a global celebration of the diverse talents, skills, and life experiences of people with disabilities. For small businesses, it’s an opportunity to recognise and engage with people with disabilities, not only as customers but also as valuable members of the workforce...
Preparing a tender to secure a new contract or funding? Uncover all the tips and tactics to write a winning submission.
Making the most of local events is a great way for you to boost sales and market your small business. While running your own event takes a fair amount of time, effort and creativity, attaching your marketing to a local event can make your life a great deal easier. Local events such as street fairs, festivals, outdoor concerts, and sporting can...
If you supply products or services to other businesses, you may find that your clients seem to be deliberately prolonging paying your invoices to help control their own cash flow. However, even when this expected income hasn’t come in on time, you still have operating costs to meet in your business. Managing the impact of late payments on your...
After two decades of working for others in the commercial plumbing and gas industry, Brian McDaid knew it was time for a change. Despite his established skills, knowledge and reputation, he felt that something was missing and needed a new professional challenge. “I thought I wanted to get out of plumbing, but when I started doing my own work, I...
Focusing on how to make use of surplus product has created a win-win situation for gourmet soup business, the Suppa Club. Founder David Kane set out to provide a product for those who craved pure, whole-foods, with the comfort of home-style cooking without the hassle, which gave rise to the Suppa Club. Focus on producing a ‘no-waste’ product David...
Withholding retention payments in construction can affect subcontractors’ cash flow and profitability. Often used in the construction industry, retention is a fixed percentage of the total payment due for a contract, withheld for a period after the work is completed. It’s there to make sure that the contractor or subcontractor properly completes...
You may have received emails or reminders about registering the “.au” version of your business website. At first glance, it could appear to be yet another spam email – but there could be a legitimate opportunity for business owners in Australia if you act before the September deadline. Here are some common questions small business owners have about...
The Perth Inner City Group (PICG) has invested in a Destination Perth marketing campaign to attract additional interstate and intrastate visitors to key destinations and local business centres located within a five-minute drive of the Perth CBD. All Small Business Friendly, the Cities of Perth, South Perth, Subiaco and Vincent and the Town of...
On 1 July 2024, Business Local became SBDC Regional. While the name has changed, we’re still here providing you with free business advice and support in your area. Find your SBDC Regional provider . While navigating the uncertainty of COVID was a challenge for many small businesses, for popular Geraldton restaurant Skeetas, the pandemic proved a...
Many small businesses are facing challenges because of increased costs, the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 and other economic factors. You might be one of many business owners who negotiated rent relief to manage the impact of the pandemic, now facing the prospect of paying back your deferred rent on top of meeting your ongoing rent and other business...
Family-owned and operated business, Leaf Bean Machine, has spent more than a decade taking their love of a good brew to the next level by focussing on being more than just a coffee roaster. Fleur and Brad Cassidy, the husband and wife team behind Leaf Bean Machine, created a three pronged product focus which gave rise to its trading name. They...
