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.

Advisory services

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

Templates, tools and guides

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

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.

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

 

Browse our current workshops

Upcoming Workshops

Sales and marketing
Building a High Converting WordPress Website
Discover the conversion secrets to build a website that helps you find customers.
2 April
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.
2 April
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.
4 April
Sales and marketing
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 April
Financial management
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.
4 April
Business skills
Financial management
Xero for Intermediate Users
Make the most out of the Xero and learn how to use its advanced product features to get the most out of this powerful accounting tool.
5 April
Financial management
Sales and marketing
Brand Storytelling and Success
Discover the power of storytelling, how it can build your brand and differentiate your business from your competitors.
5 April
Sales and marketing
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.
9 April
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.
9 April
Business 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.
10 April
Business skills
Tendering and contracts
Managing Contracts
Contracts are legal binding documents that can safeguard a business, or create issues if things go wrong. Learn about how contracts are structured, when they are used, and what you need to know as a small business operator.
10 April
Tendering and contracts
Business skills
Becoming an NDIS Provider
This workshop will teach you how to start a business as a NDIS provider, from getting registered to navigating compliance requirements and the rigorous auditing process.
10 April
Business skills
Photo of a male SBDC Dispute Resolution Service Case Manager speaking with a female client during a meeting.

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.
Photo of David Eaton, the Small Business Commissioner of Western Australia.

Meet the Commissioner

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

About the commissioner   Our work