#Business
The receipts ABN holders never claim: where sole traders quietly lose money at BAS time
Hundreds of thousands of Australian sole traders quietly hand money back to the ATO every quarter, not through evasion, but through lost receipts.
What small business owners say they’d do differently, in hindsight
Working 60+ hours a week makes owners twelve times more likely to say their business is hurting their personal life.
$43k up for grabs for Australian businesses with bold ideas in health and wellbeing
Taiwan’s global health challenge is back and Australian organisations are being specifically invited to apply before entries close in just weeks.
The business content formula that is outperforming sales pitches by 325 percent
Business content built around authentic networking and trust-building is driving three to five times higher engagement than traditional sales pitches.
Australians are still starting businesses in record numbers. But the GST data tells a more cautious story
Lawpath’s April New Business Index reveals a more cautious founder profile emerging across Australia and what it means for the SME landscape.
Let’s Talk: How do you protect a business built too heavily on one client?
This week’s edition of Let’s Talk tackles client concentration risk, and our experts share what they wish more founders knew before it became a crisis.
U.S. business applications see slowdown in 2024
U.S. business applications dropped 4.76% in 2024, signaling a slowdown after last year’s post-pandemic surge.
Rising costs? Here’s how inventory management can help
The primary purpose of inventory management is to ensure there are enough goods or materials to meet demand without creating excess stock, which leads to higher expenses.
Australian dairy goes green
Australian dairy industry representative, Dairy Australia, has committed to reducing the industry’s environmental impact. Its report “30 Ways Australian Dairy is Tackling Climate Change” showcases the steps the Australian dairy industry has taken to go green. The report summarises the innovative and impactful measures farmers are taking in moving towards net-zero carbon emissions in their […]
Hiring in a pandemic: potential versus experience
A set of skills can always be taught, but motivation and ambition cannot.
Three Australian businesses hitting the ball for six in India
India is one of the world’s fastest-growing economies and has become a lucrative market for Australian exporters. Acusensus, Swisse and Mineral Technologies are three Australian-based businesses that have found success working with Austrade through its Australian Indian Business Exchange (AIBX). Acusensus Acusensus is an Australian road safety company delivering AI solutions to mitigate unlawful and […]
A new Google update is on its way and businesses need to be prepared
There are signs that a new Google algorithm update scheduled for June 2021 is already being rolled out, according to digital marketing provider, Localsearch. The update will affect all websites, and Adam Boote, Director of Digital and Growth at Localsearch is concerned that the fast track will leave small businesses unprepared for the changes. New […]
PEPPOL & e-invoicing explained: What it means for your business
Electronic invoicing (e-invoicing) is the system-to-system exchange of invoices via a common standard called PEPPOL (Pan European Public Procurement Online), which Australia and New Zealand adopted in 2019.
Ollee: The Aussie platform connecting purpose-driven B2B buyers with ethical brands
Ollee, the self-titled ‘platform for change,’ seeks to connect eco-conscious retailers with trusted Australian brands around the country.
Investment NSW to boost economy and jobs as part of COVID-19 recovery
The NSW Government has today opened its Investment NSW agency, which aims to maximise economic benefits and jobs for NSW.
6 out of 10 Australian SMEs report losses up to 75 per cent
Business Australia reported that 6 out of 10 Australian SMEs reported sales losses up to 75 per cent this year. Only 18 per cent reported consistent revenue and a mere 9 per cent experienced a growth in sales during the pandemic. Richard Spencer, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Business Australia, offers a list of suggestions […]
Let’s talk: The best marketing methods for businesses
Marketing is a huge topic in itself and the question on every business leader’s and business owner’s mind is ‘What is the best marketing strategy for me/ us?” It could quite literally be a million-dollar question, and it’s quite right that business leaders should have this at the top of their priority list. You could […]
Let’s Talk: Business in crisis
All businesses, regardless of size, have had to deal with the COVID-19 crisis. Some companies have been extremely hard hit, some companies have seen demand sky-rocket… And somewhere on that negative to positive spectrum there are many companies in between. Every single business, however, has had to learn something during this time of crisis. Both […]
How the Hembrow sisters built a multi-million-dollar business empire
The Hembrow sisters have established a highly marketable brand within a short timeframe of just three years, combining their skills to develop a multi-million-dollar global fashion, influencer, health and fitness business empire. Yet like any start-up venture, there are always lessons to be learnt along the way. Tammy Hembrow is one of Australia’s biggest influencers, […]
Why all businesses need to pay attention to data literacy
According to McKinsey Global Institute, data-driven organisations are 23 times more likely to acquire customers, six times more likely to retain customers, and 19 times more likely to be profitable than organisations that don’t leverage their data. Having data literacy is among the most pressing objectives for many executives. With more organisations recognising the importance […]
Why is your personal brand so important in business?
Every business owner should be building their own personal brand in addition to their business – because customers and clients connect with people, not products and services. Social media and branding expert Carissa Hill said a personal brand was important for business owners because increasingly customers want to know the people behind the company. “People […]
Astrology, plant-based products and CBD oil are the 2020 trends
Entrepreneurs looking for their next business adventure this year may need to think outside the box, experts suggest. Apart from traditionally popular sectors for startups – such as retail, technology and finance – wellness industries are also set for explosive growth. According to Melbourne creative platform 99designs and its recent data collection, astrology, cannabidiol (CBD), […]
From bullying victim to founder of Bullyology: Jessica Hickman’s story
Jessica Hickman is a determined advocate for positive change. Having won awards and recognition for her work, she is a dynamic activist in the field of bullying and mental health in work, school and online environment. However, before becoming the champion that she is today, she also suffered from extensive and prolonged workplace bullying that […]
8 mistakes and learnings of building your own startup team
Managing a startup and building a team are something of a delicate art in the current business world. As leaders of their collectives, entrepreneurs are constantly under the pressure of having to make the right decision, which does make the job a bit too stressful sometimes. However, making mistakes is often the best way of […]