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
SEO Bootcamp
Give your online presence a boost and improve your websites search engine visibility through easily actionable SEO techniques.
8 May
Sales and marketing
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.
9 May
Business skills
Financial management
Xero for Beginners
Streamline your bookkeeping procedures with Xero, a cloud based accounting software system.
10 May
Financial management
Business skills
Providing Excellent Customer Service
This workshop explains tools and techniques that can help you build lasting customer relationships by providing excellent customer service.
13 May
Business skills
Business skills
Writing Effective Policies and Procedures
Human Resource policies are a useful tool for employers to help manage their business and client needs. Learn how to write an effective HR policy to protect your business.
13 May
Business skills
Strategy and risk
Sharpen your Business Strategy
A well defined strategy can be the difference between success and failure. In this workshop, you will get clear on your strategy, from long term goals to immediate priorities.
14 May
Strategy and risk
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.
14 May
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.
14 May
Business skills
Sales and marketing
Creating Content using ChatGPT
Discover how you can utilise the power of AI in your business to help generate content and increase productivity.
15 May
Sales and marketing
Business skills
Leadership and Management Essentials
Learn what it takes to lead your small business towards success using a combination of leadership and management skills.
15 May
Business skills
Sales and marketing
Instagram Reels and Stories
Tell your brand story, engage with your audience and enhance your online visibility using Instagram reels and stories.
15 May
Sales and marketing
Business skills
Website Planning
This workshop will help you to determine what you want a website to do for your business. It will also explore the options to build it yourself or to engage professionals.
15 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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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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