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
Improve your Sales Skills
Would you like to become better at selling? Learn the simple principles and skills that will set you apart from competitors and help you close sales more easily.
19 September
Sales and marketing
Sales and marketing
Creating with Canva
Confidently use Canva to create marketing collateral including a video, branded templates and a brochure you can use to promote your business.
19 September
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.
24 September
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.
25 September
Sales and marketing
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.
25 September
Tendering and contracts
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.
26 September
Business skills
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.
1 October
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.
1 October
Business skills
Business skills
Growing your Creative Business
Discover how to diversify and build growth in your creative business through research and planning to identify trends and opportunities you can capitalise on.
2 October
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.
3 October
Financial management
Financial management
Applying for Grants
Learn where to find grant opportunities and how to prepare a successful application.
3 October
Financial management
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.
3 October
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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