Everybody loves music. Playing some tunes in your workplace can help create a positive working environment for your staff or help set the mood for your customers while shopping, dining or working out. Some studies have even shown it can influence people to buy more! But did you know that if you play music in your business, you’re required to have a...
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
If you’re one of the many small business owners across WA facing rising costs, uncertain economic conditions and the impact of inflation, you’re not alone. While you can’t control these factors, you can take action to help put your business in the strongest position possible. We asked one of our experienced business adviser, Brian Childs, for some...
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...
The State Government has approved extended trading hours for general retail shops in the Perth metro area in the lead up to Christmas. While businesses classed as small or speciality retailers can generally trade across whichever hours they choose, if you’re a small retailer that’s based in a shopping centre (and have to follow standard trading...
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.
Having a clear refund and returns process can help you avoid being overwhelmed after the busy Christmas sales period. Here are some tips to help you get started.
If you have never ventured into the world of business ownership before, you may be wondering how different it will be from being employed by someone else. We put together some details on how owning your own business can be a different experience from being someone else’s employee. Flexibility No matter how adaptable your employer is, it’s hard to...
Once you’ve developed your business plan, successfully launched your business and are starting to enjoy life as an entrepreneur, you may be thinking about the best ways to take your business to the next level. Whether you work from home or from other premises, one way to get more done in your business is to hire some extra hands to help. Hiring...
Keen to use your culinary skills as part of a new business or side gig? Here are our top tips to help you find the recipe for success.
Invoicing - something every business owner needs to know how to do, but are you getting it right? As a business owner, you’re required to provide proof of purchase within seven days and a tax invoice within 28 days of it being requested or having supplied goods and/or services.. Getting your invoicing right will not only save time, but will also...
Here are some tips to help you manage the impact of the Federal Government’s new social media age restrictions if your customers, or potential customers, are under 16. Effective 10 December 2025, the Federal Government’s social media restrictions for under 16s mean that small business owners who have connected with younger customers through social...
