Have you been avoiding networking to build business relationships? Read our five easy ways to make it work for you.
Sometimes the simplest business tips are the most important pieces of advice you can adopt, and that’s definitely the case when it comes to ‘get it in writing’.
If you are applying for a grant via the SBDC, it’s now essential that you use myGovID to verify your identity before commencing your claim. What is myGovID? myGovID is a national digital identity tool that operates through smart devices, such as your mobile phone. It has been designed to help individuals prove their identity, in a similar way to a...
The cost of renting your premises can be one of the biggest overheads in your business, and can put the pressure on you when a rental increase is looming. Learn about market rent reviews and what you can do if you’re a tenant facing rising rental costs. The costs of being in business are rising because of inflation, interest rate rises and other...
The Small Business Friendly Approvals program, funded via a Streamline WA commitment to streamline regulatory processes in Western Australia, has seen the SBDC work with selected local governments to identify reforms that will improve the process of starting and operating a small business in each area. The City of Wanneroo, one of the first local...
Problems and delays getting invoices paid can be an issue for all types of business – and contractors and subcontractors in the construction industry can be hit particularly hard. Many subcontractors and suppliers have to spend considerable amounts of money to pay for the materials and labour they need to complete a project. Issues and delays...
As we transition out of our week of lockdown here in WA, I’d like to take a moment to recognise and commend small businesses for the part they have played. Over the week our thoughts have been with many members of the community, including small businesses, who have been impacted by the devastating bushfire emergency in Perth’s east, as well as the...
Many small businesses come up with great products and services, but struggle to find the right audience online. Knowing where your customers are spending time online is a key component in understanding how to market to them. Many small businesses come up with great products and services, but struggle to find the right audience online. You already...
Andrew Erkins first launched Digit to help small businesses in WA strengthen their financial management through bookkeeping and payroll support, and implement business apps and cashflow advisory. Eight years later, Andrew has grown the business into an award-winning enterprise, having won Bookkeeping Firm of the Year award at the 2021 Australian...
Identifying and understanding your potential customer base can help you market your business more effectively by keeping your advertising spend in the right places. Knowing where to find this information can often seem like a challenge, but the good news is that there are free tools you can access to help you find out more about your potential...
Growing your business can be difficult without access to trusted expertise or answers to your business questions. Established regional small businesses seeking growth and innovation can now access the WA Leaders Connect Series program at a subsidised rate, thanks to the support of the State Government through the SBDC. An online membership program...
If you are thinking about starting a business, but don't know where to begin, this FREE workshop will take you through the essentials.