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Australia’s SME exporters are vital drivers of our economic growth, however, they’re not often an overnight success. Creating a successful export operation takes grit, determination and a good deal of careful preparation.
A small to medium enterprise or SME in Australia must have access to specific, fundamental types of legal advice. The failure to obtain this advice can result in a SME ending up facing significant and costly legal problems.
I’ve been fortunate enough to be my own boss for twenty years. Let me be the first to say that there isn’t a business owner in Australia, nay the world, who hasn’t fought in the battle of obtaining finance.
Building up your social media network can take time, but here are a few tips to help you speed up the process on the main three platforms and give your social media marketing a jump start.
There will be expectations that are unique to each industry, however, when buying into an existing franchise franchisees can expect to receive expert assistance from franchisors in a range of areas relevant to their business.
We take a look at how the relationship between the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) can have an effect on the success of big data projects.
83 per cent of Australia’s leading business women say that “confidence to challenge and influence authority” is an important factor needed to succeed in business.
While the most recent SME Confidence Report sees increased optimism over the Christmas period, growth in SMEs can be hindered by three major factors: emotional decision making, lack of attention to detail, and the business-as-a-hobby mentality.
72 per cent of Australians are fearful that hackers are attacking major industries and sectors of the economy, according to a global survey by Honeywell: Process Solutions.
Satisfied employees tend to work harder, and longer, while enjoying the extra challenge. They’re also more likely be loyal and to spread the word about their employer to their friends and professional networks.
We are all aware of the time-wasting abyss that social media can be on a personal level, why is it assumed to be different for business?
The term ‘workplace culture’ is commonly used as a point of difference between businesses looking to attract high-calibre employees to work for them, but what does it mean and does it really matter to small businesses?
A new survey has shown that despite the rise in the use of technology, Australian SMBs are collectively spending an estimated $608 million on paper a year.
Here’s all you need to know about how to arrange your office to help your employees become more engaged and productive.
Staying motivated as a remote worker is a two-way street. While it’s up to the employee to establish and implement their own system to work effectively, the employer must also make an effort to manage and include these employees in daily business.
I think it’s fair to say, the term ‘innovation’ has had its day.
The latest findings from the Roy Morgan Single Source Survey reveal the satisfaction level of personal bank customers reached its highest in eighteen years, while business customers levels were overall lower.
Franchisors work hard to develop their business model into a format that can be easily replicated. To build an exceptional franchise brand, franchisors are looking for exceptional people to join their team.
The Australian Government wants small to medium businesses, training providers, community organisations and other groups to provide input on a discussion paper, titled Industry Skills Fund -Youth Pilot Programmes, released today.
When it comes to lawyers, jokes and stereotypes abound. Some are true, others are actually very outdated.
