How we can help

Running a small business requires skills and knowledge of a variety of areas.

We provide a range of resources, tools and services to help develop your business. 

Business information

We provide a wealth of resources covering almost every aspect of starting and running a business.

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Advisory services

We offer advice, dispute and mediation services for small businesses throughout Western Australia. 

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Templates, tools and guides

We have a variety of tools, templates and guides to assist with your business needs.

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Advisory services

Looking for business advice?

We recommend the following approach when looking for business advice.

  1. Take a look through our extensive collection of business information.
  2. If you can't quite find the right information, discuss your business questions or concerns with our free business advisory service.

Workshops

Build the skills to succeed

We offer a range of practical workshops across Western Australia.

They are delivered by selected presenters who are specialists in their subject matters and have a background in small business.

    Government supported

    Specialist facilitators

    Tailored for small business

 

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Upcoming Workshops

Sales and marketing
Managing your Marketing Budget
How much should you spend on marketing? Learn how to set a marketing budget, track your spending and understand typical advertising costs for both digital and traditional channels.
26 May
Sales and marketing
Business skills
How to Start a Food Business
Starting your own food business involves more than just a love of food. There are many key steps to ensure you are set up for success.
27 May
Business skills
Business skills
Jump Start your Business
The Jump Start your Business program equips you with the essential tools, knowledge, and resources needed to support your ongoing business development.
27 May
Business skills
Business skills
Starting a Business
If you are thinking about starting a business, but don't know where to begin, this free two hour workshop will take you through the essentials.
27 May
Business skills
Interpersonal skills
The Art of Negotiation
As a business owner your ability to negotiate is constantly tested by customers, suppliers and staff. Improve your skills and learn the secrets to negotiation.
28 May
Interpersonal skills
Business skills
How to Write a Business Plan
A business plan is a valuable document that helps you clarify your thinking, set a direction for your business and gain a deeper understanding of your market.
29 May
Business skills
Sales and marketing
Digital Marketing Essentials
This workshop examines a range of digital marketing options, including social media, email marketing and blogging, to help you understand what would work for your business.
30 May
Sales and marketing
Sales and marketing
Creating Complete Digital Marketing Campaigns
Cut through the digital marketing overwhelm to discover a powerful step-by-step method to creating digital campaigns that attract new customers.
3 June
Sales and marketing
Business skills
Starting a Business
If you are thinking about starting a business, but don't know where to begin, this free two hour workshop will take you through the essentials.
3 June
Business skills
Business skills
Understanding the Risks of Importing and Exporting
Rules and regulations, customs and quarantine requirements, these are just some of the considerations when starting an import export business.
4 June
Business skills
Financial management
Understanding Business Financials
If you're new to business, this workshop will show you how to develop 'snapshot' measures (key performance indicators) of your business so you can make sure it stays on track financially.
4 June
Financial management
Sales and marketing
Marketing your Business
This workshop will show you how to understand your customers, stretch your marketing budget and make sure your business is noticed by the people who need what you have to offer.
5 June
Sales and marketing
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Advisory services

Is your business in dispute?

We recommend the following approach when looking for help to resolve a business dispute.

  1. Take a look through our extensive collection of dispute resolution information.
  2. If you've tried to resolve the problem and are unsure of what to do next, contact our dispute resolution service.

About the Commissioner

Meet the Commissioner

Saj Abdoolakhan is Western Australia’s Small Business Commissioner and CEO of the Small Business Development Corporation.

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