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
Introduction to Work Health and Safety Legislation
As a small business owner it is important to understand your obligations in regard to Workplace Health and Safety (WHS).
26 April
Strategy and risk
Sales and marketing
Setting Up your Services Sales Funnel
Learn how to set up your sales funnel to acquire new clients and sell your services.
1 May
Sales and marketing
Sales and marketing
Introduction to Google Business
Learn how to create and optimise a Google Business Profile to enhance your online presence and reach more customers.
1 May
Sales and marketing
Business skills
Preparing Employment Contracts
Learn how to prepare employment contracts that not only protect you as a business owner but also provide clarity to your employees around the terms and conditions of their employment.
1 May
Business skills
Tendering and contracts
Top Tips for Tenders
This workshop will teach you how to identify opportunities and develop successful tender submissions to win new business.
2 May
Tendering and contracts
Business skills
How to Start a Side Business
Have you wondered if your business idea is viable? This workshop will show you how to test the market before committing to running a business full time.
3 May
Business skills
Interpersonal skills
Building Entrepreneurial Resilience
This workshop explores some of the tools you can use to build your resilience and maintain a healthy, positive mindset.
6 May
Interpersonal skills
Business skills
Digital Tools to Boost Productivity
Discover how you can use low-cost digital applications to improve business productivity and efficiency.
6 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.
7 May
Business skills
Business skills
Hiring your First Employee
Learn how to navigate hiring your first employee, from ensuring legal compliance through to gaining access to essential resources and documentation that will set you on the path to success.
7 May
Business skills
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.
7 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.
8 May
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.
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About the Commissioner

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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