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Social media has become one of the most influential marketing strategies for businesses in recent years, which begs the question: How do you best use social media? It comes down to knowing your target audience and the platforms best suited to you and your product and or service. There is a whole range of diverse […]
The world as we know it has changed. Over the last few months, the uncertainty surrounding us has forced decisions upon our business community that were unexpected and for most, unwelcome. There are a lot of different scenarios which can play out and important decisions to be made. Although each industry is different, what we […]
As a small business owner, you could be wondering if during the chaotic times of COVID-19, is it still possible to sue a customer for an unpaid account/debt? In the first instance, you should try as hard as you can to recover funds you’re owed through processes such as payment plans if a customer simply […]
The new COVID-19 environment of home-based working and social distancing has not only posed unprecedented challenges in productivity for many workplaces, but it could also be affecting employees’ mental health. A leading workplace safety expert is urging organisations to prioritise the health and wellness of their employees during this challenging time, revealing the important benefits […]
Djordje (DJ) Dikic, with co-founder Rocky Liang, launched Australian B2C paint brand Tint only five months ago in December 2019. Since the coronavirus outbreak, their sales have increased dramatically, confirming their suspicions that their business idea was what was needed in the paint industry and direct-to-consumer market. DJ’s advice for succeeding in business is to […]
Many of us are adjusting to working from home with the increasing risk of Coronavirus. Some of us might not have the ergonomic set up that helps us to work without physical pain; we may be sharing a desk with our partners or family members who are also working from home; we might live alone […]
Staff motivation can be tricky to master at the best of times. Throw a pandemic in to the mix, and it becomes extra hard to know the steps to take for keeping your teams driven and focussed on the business’s goals. Motivation is not black and white, and it is impossible to feel motivated at […]
Business owners are being urged to register for the JobKeeper allowance despite trepidation and confusion from many around the scheme, according to a leading tax expert. Pilot Partners head of taxation Murray Howlett said business owners who took a ‘wait and see’ approach to the scheme could be missing out on a huge financial incentive. […]
State governments announced the commercial tenancy code of conduct last week, which aims to support businesses with commercial rent reductions. The code outlines a set of principles which tenants and landlords are expected to follow, along with Australian banks. It will be prepared for legislation this week. Is my business eligible for rent relief? If […]
In the midst of the coronavirus lockdown in Australia, we wanted to ask small businesses first-hand how they are pivoting and adapting in the circumstances. With so many businesses forced to close in a matter of days, it’s been a challenging time to survive. On the other hand, some businesses are having to survive through […]
The JobKeeper payment or wage is a subsidy program announced by federal government to help with upholding the Australian economy during the coronavirus outbreak. It is designed to save six million jobs during the coronavirus pandemic, giving employees the chance to keep their jobs (hence the name) by handing out cash payments every fortnight in […]
With most office-based small business making the switch to working from home, we wanted to share some tips from the community on how you can make the most of the remote working situation. From trivia and quizzes to “wine downs” and group exercise, we hope these insights bring you some practical and fun ideas for you and your […]
As workplaces move to a work from home arrangement, it’s raised the issue of whether workers who catch Coronavirus while working from home are able to pursue workers compensation claims. Employment law expert Bruce Simmonds says the answer is a yes but with conditions and people working from home during the COVID- 19 crisis who […]
Lis Armstrong founded her vegan chocolate business Treat Dreams in 2015, after craving dairy-free treats herself and seeing the demand from others in the same situation. Starting simply with a Facebook page, a photo album of the products customers could buy and an email address, Treat Dreams has now grown into a large team, with […]
Sabri Suby of King Kong agency discusses how businesses can rebound from recessions and, perhaps controversially, how important marketing is during times of economic difficulty. As businesses around the world wake up to the challenges of the ongoing global health emergency, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the situation. But don’t let fear get the […]
Unsure of your employer tax obligations and tax relief options during this uncertain time? The Australian Tax Office (ATO) is encouraging business impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to get in touch with them to discuss relief options. However, with so many businesses looking for answers right now, we thought we’d summarise some of the biggest […]
With international manufacturing markets being thrown into uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic, General Manager of Adina Watches, Grant Menzies, believes there has never been a better time to shine a spotlight on the capabilities of Australian businesses than right now. As one of the nation’s oldest watchmakers, Adina has always been advocates for home-soil […]
T2 founder Maryanne Shearer, as well as Mash founder Tash Menon and Career CEO founder Andrea Clarke, see the COVID-19 crisis as an opportunity to ‘recalibrate,’ transform and reignite their business passion. COVID-19 and the subsequent economic crisis is a “slap in the face reminder to do what you’re passionate about and what you’re good […]
‘Soft skills’ in leadership refer to a host of skills that differ from hard skills, and include empathy, teamwork, flexibility, positivity, adaptability and many more. They differ from the ‘hard’ skills that we are likely to see on CVs or Cover Letters in that they have more room for debate or interpretation. For example, a […]
Expanding internationally always has risks but developing a business during a global pandemic is not usually a central part of a risk management strategy. The global nature of the COVID-19 outbreak has given international businesses an unprecedented challenge, one that requires diversification and resilience. Here are a few ways you can mitigate the pandemic risk […]
