Could a change in payment times across the board be the silver lining to the pandemic cloud?
Life as a small business owner can sometimes be lonely, especially if you work from home or alone. While some people may think it’s all flexible hours and working in your pyjamas (which is a nice perk), that’s not the complete picture of what running a one person operation is actually like. At times, a lack of interaction with others or feeling...
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools can streamline many aspects of running a small business – but it’s important to remember that AI can also make costly mistakes. AI tools have changed the way many small businesses operate. In many cases, using AI can feel like having an extra staff member who can take care of certain tasks, leaving more time and...
Applying for a grant or tendering opportunities can involve formalising, adopting or reporting on practices you might not have considered before, such as sustainability practices, inclusion and diversity, and modern slavery risks. More than ever, government bodies and corporations are taking a formal approach to addressing climate change through...
Card surcharges for Visa, Mastercard and EFTPOS payments have been banned. Here’s what you need to know and how this could affect your business. Paying by card is a popular and convenient way for Australians to buy goods and services from a range of businesses, online and in person. Previously, businesses could charge a surcharge or merchant fee...
Setting a clear vision for the future of your business – and a strategy to get you there – could help you to grow your sales and build a stronger and more resilient business. If you’re wondering whether you’re ready to grow your business, don’t miss these expert tips. As a business owner, one of the first lessons you might have learned is how...
Whether your business is surviving, thriving, or just getting off the ground, it is important to know if your business is viable. What does it mean to be a viable business? Viability refers to something working successfully over a sustained period of time. Ensuring your business can survive and overcome obstacles that may arise is an important part...
Food trucks have become a popular feature at many outdoor events. What do you need to know before starting a food truck business?
Find out more about the pros and cons of short term leases and one could be right for your business.
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...
Connecting to a business adviser at the SBDC can make the world of difference to any new business according to artistic business founder, Kym Gow. “It is daunting starting out in a new business,” Kym said. “I wish I'd known about what was on offer from the SBDC in the beginning.” Colour Passion is an online business that provides high quality...
There are indications that a global trend termed ‘The Great Resignation’ will see more workers than usual quit their jobs following the COVID-19 pandemic. What could this mean for you? In 2021, a survey by consulting firm PwC Australia found that 38 per cent of workers wanted to find a new job in the next year, while people management platform...
