Free financial counselling services are available to help small business owners who need information about managing debt or are in financial distress. Financial challenges are often cited as the biggest cause of anxiety for small business owners. Some industries, such as wholesale trade and accommodation and food services are more prone to feeling...
Tax time can be a stressful time for many business owners. It can be confusing keeping on top of deadlines, changing rules and deductions. The best place to start with your taxes is by enlisting the help of a tax professional to make sure you’re on track with your deductions and tax obligations. You don’t want to claim for deductions you later find...
Gaelle Morival’s foray into the business world began with her love for French pastries and a desire to bring a slice of France to Perth. In October 2023, she purchased an existing café, French Resistance, which had already been operating for five years. Gaelle saw this as an opportunity to combine her passion for delicious French pastries with a...
Small Business Commissioner, David Eaton PSM, has announced he will not be renewing his contract at the end of his current five year term in January 2025. David shares the following message for the SBDC’s clients, collaborators and stakeholders. As valued clients and stakeholders of the SBDC, I would like to share with you a significant...
A business plan is a valuable document for business owners as it helps you clarify your thinking, set a tone and direction for your business and gain a deeper understanding of your market.
The port City of Fremantle has bounced back from the disruption of COVID-19 with a number of initiatives to support local and small businesses. The City of Fremantle signed up to the Small Business Friendly initiative in 2019 and since then, has maintained a strong focus on supporting its small business community. The City demonstrates its...
Have you ever tried to set up a Google Ads account or campaign but found the process fell into the ‘too hard’ basket? Search engine marketing (SEM) and being found on Google are important elements of any small business marketing plan. To make it easier for you to get set up with Google Ads, we have created a series of instructional videos to help...
If you run a hospitality or entertainment business near residential areas, you may have received noise complaints in the past. Running a bar, pub, live music venue, or other hospitality or entertainment business likely means you’re contributing to the vibrancy and culture of your local community. However, problems can arise, if your business is...
You may be aware of the wise advice that to achieve the best outcomes, you should work on your business, not just in it. However, the reality is that some important but non-urgent tasks usually sink to the bottom of the to-do list. This includes maintaining an effective online presence - an essential part of a modern marketing approach. Overall...
This workshop examines a range of digital marketing options, including social media, email marketing and blogging, to help you understand what would work for your business.
Selling online involves more than just having a great product or service. You need to choose platforms that align with your target audience, business goals and budget. Here are some expert tips on making the most of Meta’s Facebook and Instagram for your business. Social media sales platforms are always evolving but according to digital marketing...
If you’re expecting a surge in business in the 2024-25 financial year that will boost your taxable income, now is the time to plan ahead to make sure you meet your obligations and maximise your cashflow. Take a look at your expected taxable income for the current financial year (2023-24) - that’s the assessable income for your business minus any...
