Entrepreneur
“The heart is extremely important – you need to have a passion for what you do – and you need to enjoy doing it.” These words, spoken by Sir Richard Branson at the National Achievers Congress 2015 in Sydney yesterday succinctly unified a number of messages delivered to over 4000 business owners and entrepreneurs throughout […]
We’ve all experienced the monotony of online training, typically characterised by a series of slides where the only shred of interactivity comes through the “next” button. But according to Ben Roulston, learning doesn’t have to be like that. After forging a career in the consulting space and gaining a wealth of experience from various customer […]
If there’s one thing that separates great companies from the rest of the pack, it’s that they are never afraid of change. When the world or their industry changes around them — as it often does — great companies rise to the challenge, and ensure they aren’t left behind. Innovation can come in different packages. […]
Founded upon the principle that “access to justice is a basic human right but legal knowledge today is trapped in the minds of lawyers” a new Australian startup has sought the power of technology to “democratise the legal profession.” These are the words of Brennan Ong, founder of LawAdvisor that launched this week. Brennan Ong was […]
Lawyers accustomed to long working days might consider it a ‘good day’ if they made that 7pm dinner appointment they tentatively arranged three weeks prior. Thoughts of week-life being any other way could only mean one thing – a new career – a daunting prospect when you have come so far down the road of […]
SMEs in the food industry have traditionally turned to free samples, displays and one-off advertisements to entice customers. Now, business owners are turning to Instagram to wet the appetite of foodies all over Australia – and it’s taking them by storm. With 36 per cent of Australian Instagrammers following foodie accounts according to recent Aussies […]
Starting a business is no simple task—there are often few or no guidelines to follow, the risks are usually high, and the pressure is always on. Despite this, while most entrepreneurs consider digital marketing to be an incredibly important part of success, only a precious few consider receiving formal training in the subject. As a […]
Three months after the 2015 Budget announced a $20,000 tax break to small businesses, Tim Reed, CEO of MYOB, provider of business management solutions, shares his professional view with Dynamic Business on the effect these budget measures can have on the Australian small business community. Commenting on the $20,000 tax break, Mr Reed said “small […]
One good idea breeds another – is what TuShare founder James Chin Moody could say about his new venture, Sendle, a revolutionary door-to-door delivery service. TuShare, a marketplace where those unwanted space robbing items can find their way to a new home, was founded upon partnerships with delivery services who made getting items from A […]
Offering emergency response, crisis and risk management services to government agencies, corporates and not-for-profits, Perth-based Executive Risk Solutions (ERS), were crowned Business of the Year at the 2015 Telstra Business Awards ceremony in Sydney last night. Scott Houston, who served in international conflicts as a former Special Air Services Regiment trooper, established the business in […]
A three-day festival is due to take place in Sydney that aims to address an urgent need for innovation in Australian business. Sound like a good cause? Well, that’s not all – all proceeds for the event will go directly to Cure Brain Cancer Australia. SWITCH FESTIVAL will take place 27-29th of August at the University […]
Leaving the secure walls of employment to satisfy your inner entrepreneurial spirit is one thing, but to close the door on a business to pursue a new venture is quite another. David Ranger, carpet cleaning business owner come inventor of the WAYO digital sandwich board, tells Dynamic Business how he did exactly that. What’s the […]
Apple Inc co-founder, Steve Wozniak, has been announced as a judge for the global 2015 Talent Unleashed Awards. Steve Wozniak will be one of a number of high-profile tech and entrepreneurship experts on the judging panel including Sir Richard Branson who will present the winners at the final ceremony on 11 September. Talent Unleashed 2015 […]
When people hear about your business, what do you want them to think? How do you want them to respond to your products? How do you want them to see your organisation? That’s your brand identity – quite literally your business’ reputation. It’s one of the most important elements involved in starting a business. This […]
The term ‘social media’ means something different to every single one of us. To some entrepreneurs, it may mean the next big thing – a powerful tool that promises unparalleled opportunity, which must be taken advantage of. To others, it’s simply a passing fad and an unprofitable marketing interest, a buzzword with no practical advantages. […]
Most entrepreneurs speak of moments of inspiration when asked why they started their business but for Dominic Cain, it was desperation not inspiration that sowed the seeds of his success. Working in a kitchen, Dominic made numerous attempts to source particular ingredients or supplies to later concede that his efforts were futile. Confident there would […]
In an environment that encourages new start-ups, more of us are finding the motivation to ‘bite the bullet’ in an attempt to carve a successful future from our own passions and skills. From fitness and hospitality to retail, technology and many more, there is a diverse range of new businesses out there – all driven […]
From humble beginnings, Dean Ramler has turned his startup, Milan Direct, into Australia’s number one online furniture retailer. He shares his expert opinion and advice around starting, growing and staying competitive in the market. When you start a business, you’re so focused on the day to day that it’s difficult to step back and look […]
How many times has it happened, another week ends and you feel like it was the longest in memory. You ask yourself, why do I do this job? What is the alternative? What would change bring? The reality could be that if you changed jobs you would find yourself in the same situation in a […]
When it comes to running a business, many people don’t like the networking aspect. It takes a lot of effort and can be difficult or uncomfortable. It’s easy to think that a good product or business idea is all you need to get started. I’m a big proponent of networking as it’s had a huge […]
