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So, it turns out some of you non-media types are actually interested in what us journalists do on a day-to-day basis. And while it’s definitely not all glamour at Dynamic Business, to the less cynical and jaded people out there, some of the days in the life of an editor are really pretty cool. Take […]
In 2009, the Federal Government’s Investment Allowance offered businesses a once-in-20 years opportunity. So if you ordered a new vehicle or equipment last year, you’ll need to have it installed and ready for use by the relevant deadline this year to reap the rewards. Mark O’Donoghue, principal of Finlease, points out: “You must fund your […]
The results of a Dynamic Business survey today reveal more small business owners are using iPhones than BlackBerrys. We asked the 600 members of our official Facebook group which device they were using and 57.5% said iPhone while 30.% said BlackBerry. The remaining 12% don’t use either. Why not join the Facebook group to take […]
If you are thinking about engaging in PR activity to build your brand awareness this year, I have one very important piece of advice for you. Please keep media deadlines in mind. I understand if you do not work in the media industry there is no reason why you would know when journalists’ deadlines […]
Spammers and phishers have been quick to exploit the Haiti tragedy to generate fraud scams, according to the latest MessageLabs Intelligence Report. Analysis reveals spammers have launched new campaigns related to 2010 events to sustain the high levels of spam experienced toward the end of 2009. The start of 2010 saw the typical special New […]
Online business directory TrueLocal.com.au is giving small businesses a free online course to help them understand the new Fair Work Act implemented earlier this month. The Fair Work Act 2009 is the second major overhaul of the industrial relations landscape in four years. The first phase of the new legislation came into effect on […]
The latest Google Maps initiative was launched today at Sydney’s Taronga Zoo. The Street View Trike will enable Google to capture imagery from places cars can’t go. Taronga Zoo is the first, but the public are being asked to suggest locations too. Street View launched in Australia in August 2008, letting Aussies take a virtual […]
We’re recruiting for a key role here at Loyalty Media: editor of this very website. Interested? You can apply via Seek but the details are below: Web editor Can you stop traffic? Well we don’t want you! We want someone who can build traffic to the successful backend.dynamicbusiness.com through a combination of editorial and marketing initiatives. […]
Telstra today introduced Australia’s fastest, most flexible mobile broadband card. The Telstra Elite is the fastest wireless internet device of its type in the country. Offering download speeds of up to 8MB in capital cities and selected regional areas, the mobile broadband card is up to twice as fast as Telstra’s previous generation express card. It is […]
Microsoft will be serving up an exciting addition to live TV coverage of the Australian Open. The new Windows 7 SNAP feature will feature within live broadcasts of tennis matches on Channel 7. As one of the most popular Windows 7 features, SNAP simplifies life by making it easier and more intuitive to navigate, arrange […]
Tonight is the second #prjournolove in Sydney; an event I spearheaded on Twitter to get PR people and journalists together for a friendly and informal drink. The idea is to discuss work and accept we’re all normal people and communications professionals who don’t have to hate each other. There’s also a distinct possibility that we’ll […]
Australian businesses spend more than 20 hours per week on average looking for lost documents, a new survey has found.
St. George Bank has joined the ranks of companies looking to capitalise on the power of the iPhone by launching a home loan calculator app for prospective home buyers.
After months of unsuccessful negotiations, US food giant Kraft has finally tasted victory, successfully winning its takeover bid of British chocolate bar maker Cadbury.
More than 50,000 small businesses are set to benefit from Federal Government funding which is designed to help them go online or upgrade their business website. The funding is being provided from the Rudd Government’s $10 million Small Business Online program which has been boosted by another $4 million to extend it to more tourism small business […]
Improving maternity leave arrangements will play a key role in lifting workplace productivity and encouraging more women to participate in the workforce, according the head of the Australian Industry Group, Heather Ridout. Speaking on ABC Radio this morning, Ridout said more needs to be done if we are to meet Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s target […]
Residents in Australia’s eastern states are doing their bit for climate change by reducing their greenhouse gas emissions, a new report has found.
A new survey has revealed a jump in support for lenders from their business clients, with 77 percent of Australian private businesses claiming they feel supported by their lender. The Grant Thornton International Business Report (IBR) – a survey which compares business expectations regarding access to finance, with how supportive they feel their lenders are […]
Australian firms face the prospect of renewed cash flow pressures in the months ahead, according to the latest business-to-business trade payments figures released today by credit reporting agency Dun & Bradstreet (D&B). The findings – which examine the more than nine million current accounts receivable records contained on the D&B database – reveal that a […]
Many Australians believe the rich don’t pay enough tax, according to a survey conducted by think tank Per Capita. As the Federal Government considers the recommendations of a comprehensive review of the tax system by the Treasury Secretary, Ken Henry, the survey findings suggest the tax system favours the wealthy. The survey found 53 percent […]
