#Expansion
The Korean market awaits you
Mr Shin Sung Woo discusses how startups from around the world can benefit from expanding into Korea
Growing a business in lockdown: here’s how we did it
International expansion – into China and the UK – had been on the agenda for a while. After COVID hit, our directors took the brave decision to press ahead anyway…
Let’s Talk: When is the right time for your business to grow? Balancing risk & opportunity
There’s always risk when it comes to pushing your business to the next level. When, how and why should you take the leap? Let’s talk…
Expansion vs cost-cutting: What should your business focus on?
Should you look at expanding the business or instead reduce costs to improve margins? Here are key things to think about when deciding…
How to scale up your business globally – and effectively
Byline: David Link, CEO & Founder of Verrency Overseas expansion is often considered for homegrown companies looking to increase their revenue and customer base. While the lure of international expansion can be promising, it is no easy path in understanding a new environment and also being able to upscale existing operations. Your capital and human […]
How to Sell to Chinese Consumers: three tips
Last year, one of my colleagues built two semi-detached houses, wanting to sell one. His question to me was: How do I sell it to a Chinese buyer? There’s an implied understanding in that question that Chinese buyers will pay a premium to acquire a property. Besides possible higher premiums, the other reason to target […]
The 2017 Budget is a good starting point but more is needed as SMBs take the global stage
The continuation of the $20,000 instant tax write-off for small businesses will come as little surprise: the Treasurer had been hinting heavily at this in his pre-Budget briefings. However, the announcement that businesses with an annual turnover of less than $10 million can claim up to $20,000 worth of depreciating assets each financial year, is […]
Overcoming the cashflow barrier to export
The Australian export market is buoyant, having grown by 4.2% in 2016, according to the latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. This is an excellent example of the hard work and innovation that is making Australian small businesses a global success. Yet small businesses still face a number of challenges before they grow successful […]
Different Ways You Can Expand Your Business
Business is good: that thought is music to the ears of many business owners. When things are going right, it’s hard to ignore the money rolling in hand over fist. Yet, just because a business has tasted a modicum of success, this does not mean that it is time to relax. When a business is […]
The traits of a successful SME exporter
It’s an exciting time to be a small business involved in exporting. With the weaker AUD boosting Australia’s international competiveness in many industries outside of mining, and a host of new free trade agreements opening up entry into foreign markets, there are many great opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) thinking about expanding overseas. […]
Keep your cash flow working while you take a Christmas break
Setting ambitious growth targets for the new year can ensure you hit the ground running, but the effort could be wasted without the cash flow to fund them. The coming Christmas and New Year break is the perfect time for businesses to assess this year’s results and set priorities and growth targets for 2016. A […]
Legal perspective: Thinking of launching a franchise?
Setting up a franchise can be a great business decision, but there are also significant legal and regulatory costs to be considered.
Entrepreneur bringing the sweet scent of New Zealand to Australia
When Jenny Agnew realised New Zealand had little to offer visitors to take back home that really reflected the country’s beauty, she went ahead to create a range of creams and aromas using rare native ingredients.
Fast food chain Carl’s Jr. has big plans for Australia
Global fast food chain Carl’s Jr. has made sales records in New Zealand, opening eight stores in the past 18 months. Now they’ve set sights on Australia.
The international potential for Australian businesses
The prospect of internationalisation is intimidating, especially the overwhelming thought of the time and monetary investment needed to expand. However, international expansion can be as straightforward as trialling your product in new regions or delving further into expansion by developing a localised website.
Servcorp takes virtual office offering to America
Australian company Servcorp has serious growth ambitions, with approximately 50 new office openings on the horizon. Over the next 12 months, Servcorp is opening new doors in Australia, USA, Europe, Japan, Asia, Middle East and India. Most notably, Servcorp is taking on the business capital of the world and opening over 10 new offices on […]