Small Business
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman has encouraged small business operators to take advantage of the Government’s instant asset write-off extension. More businesses are now eligible to buy equipment (new or second hand) up to $20,000 and write it off immediately after legislation passed the Senate. Multiple claims can be made under the […]
To save business owners the hassle of having to source over-the-counter payment solutions from multiple vendors, Square has launched an online, one-stop shop offering a suite of third-party point-of-sale (POS) hardware and accessories. According to the global payment tech company, products available through the online store are compatible with its ecosystem of tools, including the Square POS App and […]
It’s nearing that time of year that all business owners dread, as the June 30th deadline approaches, SMEs are forced to get their last year of financials in order and prepare for tax time. As we close in on the end of the financial year, here are some top tips and expert advice for Australian […]
With over seven million monthly active Instagram users on the platform in Australia, there is a real opportunity for businesses to tap into this community to create authentic customer relationships and turn their passion into a business. With 80% of Instagram users following a business and the average Australian checking their feed 11 times a […]
As a champion for professional education, the findings in the recent Salmat Mid-tier Marketing Index (SMMI) really caught my attention. Marketers in the mid-tier sector say that the top two things they would do if they had more time and money would be building more marketing skills and knowledge across their organisation, and building their […]
Businesswomen will continue to be underrepresented in tech-related industries if they are judged against male values, according to Silicon Valley veteran Julie Demsey, General Manager of SBE Australia. Demsey spoke to Dynamic Business about the skills women bring to the tech sector, the difference between Australia’s start-up culture and America’s, and the launch of SBE Australia’s […]
There’s a lot of research into diversity and its impact on the workforce. The main message that’s currently broadcast is that diversity is a great thing and beneficial to business. It can be a good thing, but it can also be problematic. I looked into both these aspects in my recent PhD into diversity in […]
Based in London and Buenos Aires, Plan South America crafts one-of-a-kind adventures to some of the most remote and spectacular corners of South America and Antarctica. Since inception in 2006, Director Harry Hastings has learnt some important lessons operating in multiple countries across cultures and time zones. Live local I lived in Buenos Aires for […]
If you run a manufacturing plant or industrial operation, your priority will be ensuring that you produce the highest quality products possible. While many factors will go into producing an end result that you can be proud of, one of the biggest deciding factors will be the quality of the parts that you use. It […]
It’s estimated a huge 488 million business trips are taken every year in the US alone. Whilst traveling on business allows you to experience a new place for the sake of work (something not many people get to do!), they can also be hugely stressful if you don’t plan properly or if something unexpected goes […]
Mobile businesses are unique. From taco vans to locksmiths, and dog groomers to plumbers, these businesses gain a competitive edge through their ability to operate from any location. Mobile businesses have needs that are very different from their stationary counterparts. They need different stock, different equipment, and importantly, different insurance. In this article, we explain […]
The Fair Work Commission today delivered its annual wage review. This decision will have a significant impact on all businesses and industries and over 2.3 million employees who are paid at the National Minimum Wage or minimum Modern Award rates. From the first full pay period commencing after 1 July 2017: all Modern Award rates will increase by […]
The 2016-17 Annual Wage Review has been handed down, with the Fair Work Commission determining the national minimum wage (NMW) should be increased by 3.3% from 1 July 2017 to $18.29 per hour or $694.90 per week. The Commission has also resolved to increase modern award minimum wages by 3.3 per cent. In deciding to […]
Sunday penalty rate reductions for employees covered by the Hospitality, Fast Food, Retail, Pharmacy and Restaurant Awards will be phased in over three to four years from 1 July. The Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission issued a decision on 23 February 2017 to reduce Sunday and public holiday penalty rates in the Hospitality, […]
“Regardless of what sector you work in, the only constant for our generation is CHANGE. There will be no slowing down of the technology and innovation boom”. So says Kate Middleton, who has the distinction of being the only female CEO of a major player in the Australian insurance adjusting and engineering industry While sectors such as […]
Amongst Australia’s SME owners, millennials are not only more optimistic about the future, they are also more likely to expand their business in the near future, according to a new whitepaper from NAB. Titled The Moments That Matter: Understanding Australian SMEs, the whitepaper reports on qualitative and quantitative research undertaken by IPSOS on behalf of […]
In a world where social media is (almost) everything, there is no denying the benefits of an engaging online presence for your business. More than 1 in 10 surveyed Australians have now shopped via a social media platform[1]. Successful social media strategies allow small businesses to convert customers to unofficial, yet involved, brand ambassadors who […]
When you’re travelling for work, it’s never ideal to get caught out in a situation that makes you late. Whether it’s travel delays, a public transport strike or anything else that comes up, it can be very frustrating having to postpone a meeting or function because of an unforeseen interruption. In fact, it’s probably up […]
When it comes to acquiring finance for your business either to get started or expand, traditionally banks have been the popular option; however, with more than half of SME loan applications being rejected by banks every year, banks are proving to be yet another hurdle for small businesses. Whether it is to fund start-up costs, […]
Amazon is one of the biggest companies in the world, especially when it comes to retail. You can find nearly anything you could ever want on the website as well as some things you never even knew existed! But did you know that you can also use the mega-site to make money of your own? […]
