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Julian Smith blogs about getting your business online to get the most out of the Christmas sales season.
“With only 66 sleeps to go, I’m urging all SME retailers to get on board, and get online. If you’re not trading online, you’re missing a huge chunk of the market…”
Consumers are saving at levels not seen since the 1980’s, leading the retail sector to brace for a dismal Christmas. In the current climate of lingering economic uncertainty, businesses are feeling increasingly cautious about the traditionally anticipated holiday boon.
A greater ability to sell things online and the ongoing shaky economic climate has led to a global surge in shoplifting and employee theft.
Alycia Edgar blogs about seizing the day, and taking your business to the next level.
“Those that grab the reins and run with them now will have huge success; those that rest on their laurels in fancy offices will be left in an empty office.”
Aldi and Coles have come out on top amongst the big supermarket chains in customer service, with Aldi leading the field with a 92 percent approval rating from shoppers.
Changing market conditions mean small business owners need to be more adaptable, and a survey has found those that manage this are enjoying greater financial rewards.
Alicia Beachley blogs about protecting the value of your business.
“Thinking business is business, especially in this competitive market, doesn’t mean it should be business at any cost. Not only does it undermine your rate card, it undermines it for other businesses.”
PayPal says new estimates show e-commerce will account for $37.7 billion worth of spending by 2013, as retailers begin to wake up to opportunities presented by the internet and invest more in online strategies.
Brad Callaughan delivers 20 easy ways you can improve your business’ profits.
“Raise your prices. You’ll be surprised how few complaints you’ll get about a 5-10 percent price increase. A slight increase each year is less noticeable then one large increase.”
Michelle Gamble blogs about creating a strong brand to better engage with customers.
“You don’t need a huge budget or long established brand to create raving fans.”
The readers have spoken and the crowdsourced cover of November’s magazine has been chosen. You can read all about it, and its designer, in the November issue, but here’s a sneak peek!
Local food and grocery manufacturers will see their operating profits slide by an average 4.4 percent in 2012-13 as a result of the carbon tax, according to the Australian Food and Grocery Council (AFGC).
Analysts believe that close to 4 million iPhone 4S devices were sold around the world over the weekend, predicting the new smartphone broke the existing record for the number of Apple phones sold in a first weekend.
Hamish Anderson blogs about new cyber threats every business needs to be aware of.
“Smishing is the use of SMS and bogus phone calls to dupe a recipient into providing personal information to a hacker – akin to a phishing scam.”
Matthew Johnson blogs about improving your email marketing.
“Don’t trick people into opening your emails. Be truthful about what’s inside. Set readers up for a positive experience as this will help your open rates.”
Innovation Minister Kim Carr has announced a team of small business and industry experts will oversee the new R&D Tax Incentive and advise the government about its performance.
Lady Danielle Di-Masi blogs about the six questions you should ask yourself before entering into any conflict, discussion or any interaction
“It’s so easy to want to make everything right, fix people, fix situations but you sometimes have to step back and say ‘this isn’t mine to fix.'”
Had a busy week and missed what’s been happening in the business world? Don’t worry, we’ve wrapped up the most important news of the week for you.
The iPhone 4S officially launched in Australia this morning, with Optus celebrating by detailing reduced handset repayments on its $59 cap.
Catriona Pollard blogs about making the most of your relationship with a PR agency.
“Effective management of this relationship and an understanding of the activities & capabilities of your agency results in a happier agency & higher ROI.”
