Taking a few small steps towards developing a sustainable business can deliver long term benefits for not only the environment, but also your business’s bottom line, contributing to your long term profitability and building customer loyalty. It can also help you win tenders and contracts, with sustainability increasingly becoming a focus and...
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...
The Small Business Friendly Approvals program, funded via a Streamline WA commitment to streamline regulatory processes in Western Australia, has seen the SBDC work with selected local governments to identify reforms that will improve the process of starting and operating a small business in each area. The City of Wanneroo, one of the first local...
A feature of my role as the Small Business Commissioner is that I am often asked about emerging issues in the small business landscape, particularly as each new year commences. While I sometimes wish for a clearer crystal ball, the benefit of having a network of peers across business and all levels of government, as well as having access to our in...
Should you borrow money from your family? Questions to ask yourself before getting loved ones involved.
Food based businesses are a popular pursuit for many aspiring business owners. While the process of starting a business is generally the same regardless of your industry, starting a food based business does involve some additional steps. Here is an overview of the additional steps you’ll need to follow to start a food based business. Tip: We...
