Stephanie Zillman
Entrepreneur bringing inbound calls home
At just 19 years of age, Jordan Grives found himself pitching his then brand new telecommunications service to C-suite executives at some of Australia’s most well-known companies.
Small tech pioneers IPO gains
A handful of Aussie tech companies are proving that it’s not just the big companies who can cut it on the ASX.
Get with the mobile times
Not optimised for mobile? You’re about to be penalised for it.
Australia “stalling out” in digital innovation
Australia is stalling when it comes to the digital revolution, according to a number of top academics and even the government’s own independent report commissioned last year.
Government to await white paper before enacting tax reform
According to the Inspector-General of Taxation (IGT) Ali Norooz, there are a number of changes the government could make to the landscape of taxation…
Battle to recover super from phoenix operators intensifies
The Australian Taxation Office is ramping up its response to rogue phoenix operators who exploit seasonal workers, and pocket their superannuation entitlements.
Play to your strengths in battle
Australians prefer to support local businesses, both in terms of retail and in services, a new report has found.
Impact of overseas retailers felt across Australia’s CBDs
Until the arrival of large and mid-range international retailers such as Zara, Topshop and more recently, Sephora, there was an affordability gulf protecting Australia’s own mid-market brands.
Consumer Sentiment plunges even further
In the midst of the peak retail period for the year, the news that consumer sentiment has fallen for the ninth straight month could not come at a worse time.
Avoid a Christmas cash-flow nightmare
The silly season may be switching into gear, but with the increased costs on both businesses and consumers alike, SMEs must ensure they have a plan of attack at the ready.
Niche property site set to go national
The unimaginative among us may lament that ‘all the good ideas are taken’. For young Melbourne entrepreneurs Jordan Catalano and Tom Hywood, that notion is ridiculous.
Former corporate finds niche in handmade resurgence
Between the demise of the Yellow Pages and the growth of mass-produced ‘cookie cutter’ furniture – it was only a matter of time before a backlash started.
The new iPhone 6, here we go again…
The impending release of the iPhone 6 (still over a week away) has already attracted disciples out the front of Sydney’s Apple store.
The rules of engagement are not want you think
A recent report from professional social networking site LinkedIn, Talent Trends 2014, found a shocking 85 per cent of employees are either actively looking for another job or are open to speaking with a recruiter.
Cambridge University unpacks business impacts of climate change
A Cambridge-backed briefing series on the implications of climate change for business is a useful resource for companies wanting to plan for the future.
Majority of businesses supported SG increase
Surprise survey results from one of Australia’s largest superannuation funds has found that the majority of businesses supported the increase to the Superannuation Guarantee (SG) rate, including 14 per cent who strongly supported the rise.
Australia Post next-day delivery to cost extra
Australia Post is seeking to charge customers extra to deliver letters within a designated time, such as the next day.
Social enterprise making a splash
Go back not all that long ago, and the concept of paying $3+ for a small plastic bottle of water would have prompted gasps at the sheer audacity of such a ‘product’.
ASIC ramps up surveillance targeting false declarations
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has announced it is ramping up its surveillance program aimed at weeding out illegal phoenix operators.
Gender pay gap is the elephant in the room
Quite frequently I notice a single theme seems to dominate the week. This week – undoubtedly – it’s feminism.
Mothers face the widest gender pay gap
The ‘motherhood penalty’ is a major factor in Australia’s gender pay gap and an issue that must be addressed with greater urgency, the Diversity Council Australia has said.
Queensland Small Business Week kicks off
Running from September 1-6, a collaboration between the Queensland Government and independent stakeholders will play host to a dedicated week in support of small business.
Australian Made launches in South Australia
The not-for-profit organisation that administers and promotes Australia’s country-of-origin certification trademark is set to launch in South Australia.
‘Doing the right thing’ – fringe to mainstream
Being the emotion-driven person that I am, it’s always more fun to debate the big issues of politics and economics with someone who brings a different perspective, and so my brother makes a perfect sparring partner.