Tag: Entrepreneur

Virgin Blue has been named Australia’s most attractive employer at the inaugural 2011 Randstad Awards, edging out rival airline Qantas and mining heavyweight BHP Billiton.

Brad Smith’s story is a classic example of a passionate hobby unfolding into small business success. From quiet beginnings in the backyard shed with his Dad, his passion, drive and energy have helped him build a retail chain of braaap stores.

Have you ever wondered why some trends spread quickly and stick? Or thought about selling your car to start a digital revolution, and along the way build a billion dollar enterprise? Read on.

Kellie Hill’s story lies at the very heart of Australia’s mining boom. Her business Kellie Hill Consulting (KHC) is a legal consultancy specialising in native title and heritage approvals for mining projects. Their job is to find the middle ground between the traditional owners and her clients, the mining companies.

Former Dynamic Business Magazine entrepreneur of the year Matt Barrie has taken out the number one spot in BRW’s inaugural Entrepreneur of the Year competition. The founder of Freelancer.com said he was honoured.

Phillip Di Bella, founder of Di Bella Coffee, has been named an Adjunct Professor of Griffith Business School. The commerce graduate will share the secrets of his success with students by teaching entrepreneurship.

How do small businesses reduce staff churn if sixty percent of their admin team are currently thinking of moving on?

If the changes suggested in the Henry Tax Review are introduced by Government, what will it mean for small businesses? Blogger Julian Smith explains some key changes.

Are your accounts in order or is it time to find a better way of doing things? Blogger Leighton Jenkins offers these pointers to help you find the best accounting system to suit the needs of your business.

Thinking of entering the Telstra Small Business awards? Even just putting your entry in can be valuable as you review where you’ve been and where you’d like to go next.