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

Strategy and risk
Defining your Vision and Values
Does your business have a clear vision? Gain some clarity on your vision and values and learn how to align them to your strategy to empower your decision making and grow your business.
21 May
Strategy and risk
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.
21 May
Business skills
Financial management
Increasing Revenue and Profitability
This workshop will help you discover the key levers in your business and to develop initiatives and strategies to boost revenue and profitability.
22 May
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.
22 May
Sales and marketing
Strategy and risk
Prepare your Business for Sale, Merger or Closure
Learn how to create a successful exit strategy for your business, ask questions and gain expert insights into selling, merging or closing your business in this live Q&A session.
22 May
Strategy and risk
Sales and marketing
Stand Out on Social Media
Discover how to capitalise on the popularity of the latest social media trends by incorporating them into your marketing plans.
23 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.
23 May
Business skills
Sales and marketing
Creating a One Page Marketing Plan
This practical workshop will guide you through the process of creating a one page marketing plan to help you promote your business in a way that will be cost effective and achieve maximum results.
24 May
Sales and marketing
Financial management
Tax Essentials
Your tax knowledge can play a large part in the success or failure of your business, particularly in the start-up phase. This workshop will help you understand key tax matters including income tax, GST and record keeping obligations.
27 May
Financial management
Sales and marketing
Connecting with your Customers
Transform your brand through compelling narratives and powerful storytelling to build connections with your audiences and set your business apart.
27 May
Sales and marketing
Business skills
Scale your Business with Digital Tools
Did you know digital tools can help scale your business and boost your revenue? This interactive workshop will teach you how to automate tasks, streamline workflows and make better decisions.
28 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.
28 May
Business skills
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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.
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Meet the Commissioner

David Eaton became Western Australia’s first Small Business Commissioner and CEO of the Small Business Development Corporation in January 2012.
 

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