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Make crowdsourcing work for you: Expert tips
Crowdsourcing is taking a job and putting it out to either a defined or undefined crowd to find the person with the most suitable skills to complete it. It’s a growing phenomenon – so how can you make it work for your business?
A $7 million loan and a giant leap of faith
Not many people would be brave enough to borrow $7 million to open a family holiday park while pregnant with their first child, but with business booming six years on, Sophie Bone has no regrets.
Meet four interior designers, with a head for business
You might think life as one of Sydney’s top interior designers would be all glamour and tantrums. Not so. Behind the scenes there are the same cashflow and staffing issues as any other small business.
SMB owners call support line 50,000 times
The national Small Business Support Line, which provides information and referral services to local SMBs, is close to receiving its 50,000th call.
What do start-ups really need to get off the ground?
When starting a business, capital is thin on the ground. It’s tempting to either cut corners or, on the other hand, to overspend to make a good impression on new customers. Before you get the credit card out, read these expert words of advice.
Website helping SMBs to price products right
For small businesses, valuing a product can be a veritable minefield; Are you charging too much? Are you underselling your product? Charge too little and you could be leaving money on the table; charge too much and you risk not selling your product. Enter, PricingProphets.com.
Six key considerations when establishing a new business
When setting up a new business, there are a number of things you’ll want to get right the first time around. Here, an expert looks at the six aspects you need to get right if you’re going to go it alone.
What is it about Byron Bay and business?
Byron Bay might be most famous for its laidback inhabitants and pristine beaches, but the coastal city also has an eye for business.
Looking to start a business? Consider this first
Starting or buying a business can seem like a very attractive proposition, what with the promise of improved work/life balance and being your own boss, but it’s not all smooth sailing. Here are the important considerations all potential SMB owners should keep in mind when deciding to go into business for themselves.
Six steps to a successful franchise business in 2012
Decided this is the year you want to be your own boss and buy a franchise? Get on the right track with this top line advice.
The link between realistic client expectations and healthy business relationships
Setting realistic expectations early promotes healthy business relationships. It discourages clients from expecting too much of you and being disappointed when you can’t deliver and also gives you more chances to exceed their expectations, especially when your product or service has a lot of promise.
Technology entrepreneurs to get a start in Silicon Valley
The NSW Government has announced its support for local technology companies to get started in Silicon Valley. Deputy Premier and Minister for Trade and Investment Andrew Stoner announced government support for 12 early stage technology ventures with the costs of renting office space and accommodation at the new technology incubator StartUp House located in San Francisco.