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Market research is crucial to the success of a small business, but in order to implement a successful strategy you need to avoid making these five simple mistakes.

Inc.com columnist Phil Simon says Facebook could solve a few key problems with one simple solution.

Think the little guy can’t compete? Think again. Check out these simple steps to beat the big guys at their own game.

To create a nimble culture, communicate clearly about your core values – and encourage entrepreneurialism at every turn.

Nathan Murphy is the young gun behind the MuesliForMe start-up, a subscription commerce venture that’s making waves in the breakfast market.

It’s easy to get so caught up in the running of a business that you forget to celebrate the important milestones reached along the way. Use these simple tips to celebrate your achievements, and those of your team – your business culture will thank you.

When used effectively, social media can be a boon for small business. Unfortunately – for every SMB that gets it right, countless more have yet to master this marketing tool. If you’re among this number, here are the 7 social media sins you need to avoid.

Buying business insurance through a qualified adviser, rather than organising it yourself directly through the insurer, could be the difference between survival or closure in the face of a disaster. Here’s why.

The national winners of the Telstra Business Awards were announced at a lavish ceremony this week, with green businesses strongly represented among the finalists.

The hot social network can help boost website traffic, sales and customer retention.

We might be living in a digital world, but paper business cards remain a vital part of networking, here’s how to make yours memorable.

Phillip Di Bella is the aficionado behind the homegrown, now global, boutique coffee business, Di Bella Coffee. Here, he reveals the secret to creating a stand out brand in a crowded and competitive market.

How to maintain your authority when you become close with your employees.

The best negotiators are those who come to the meeting with a negotiation planned out – but with room to be flexible and a mindset of fairness to both parties. If you haven’t mastered this important skill, these 10 tips will help.

Starting a business can be the most exhilarating yet terrifying experience. Although risky, some careful planning from the very beginning can help ensure you’re running a smart start-up. Consider these 5 tips.

With over 1000 franchise systems in Australia choosing the right one can be a challenging process for industry newcomers. It need not be a daunting decision though, if you consider these straightforward tips from an industry expert.

Jurors reveal the details behind their $1 billion decision in the high-stakes court battle between the tech giants.

Maybe you already proudly “fail fast and fail often.” There’s one type of failure you’re probably still avoiding – but shouldn’t.

Stay off the lists of the worst companies to work for. Here’s five simple steps.

At the core of a happy and engaged workforce is a great leader. Anyone can be a manager, but can they be an inspirational, affiliative and collaborative leader? MYOB CEO Tim Reed offers these thoughts.