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Worsening economic conditions impacting female small-business owners particularly hard
The high cost of doing business has long been the major pain point for female small-business owners, alongside issues fi...
Sole traders facing declining revenue and job uncertainty after two-year upside
Only 56 per cent of sole traders in March 2024 felt secure in their jobs, falling from 61 per cent in October last year.
How do I find the right consultant to help grow my business?
Once you are clear on what you wish to achieve, then it is the consultant's job to convince you that they can meet your ...
Salary transparency: deciding if it’s the right strategy for your business
Employers might be surprised to hear that 65 per cent of job seekers are still willing to apply for a role they're inter...
Report urges Melbourne city retailers to embrace ‘twilight trading’
Melbourne CBD foot traffic has increased 35 per cent after 6pm as people head into town to enjoy retail, food, and enter...
Majority of SMEs confident about their business health
Four in five small businesses feel that they are well-placed to meet their financial obligations in 2024.
Why your business needs a tried and tested annual review
We are navigating in an uncertain world so it is essential that we regularly adjust our goals and intentions.
What the small business office will look like in 2024
For small businesses, the ideal office of 2024 is not only made up of just a physical space but also a cloud-based syste...
Five things I wish I knew before I opened my small business
While small-business owners need to work hard, it shouldn't be used as an excuse to let your personal life fall by the w...
Optus workshops to help small businesses become ‘future fit’
The FutureFit workshops will enable small businesses to strategically plan digital initiatives, identify and respond to ...