You’ve probably heard of phishing, where cyber criminals send texts, emails or social media posts which appear to be from individuals or organisations you think you can trust. Business email compromise takes phishing one step further. Using phishing techniques, cyber criminals can steal information such as log in and financial details by...
Find out more about what a capability statement is, how it could help your business, and how to access our free template and information guide.
Vicki Read’s personal journey recovering from cancer led her to transforming her hobby of pottery into a full-blown business. After resigning from her full-time job in aged care, the Great Southern-based potter sought a more flexible job – and in the process found crucial guidance in the Business Local team at the Albany Business Centre. “When I...
Nobody likes an awkward conversation. As tough as it may be, it’s hard to avoid difficult conversations when you’re in business. Here are some tips to help you plan ahead and ensure difficult conversations run smoothly and calmly. Difficult conversation #1: A client hasn’t paid you When you spend so much of your time working to attract new clients...
Have you ever thought about entering a business award? We spoke to multi award-winning business owner, Ryan Mossny, about the benefits and tips for success.
By mid-2020, the COVID-19 pandemic had impacted small businesses across many sectors. Whether lockdowns and restrictions had affected them financially, or the constantly changing environment had left them emotionally exhausted, some small business owners needed additional support to move forward and pivot how they operated. “Before COVID came...
The recent three day lockdown of Perth and Peel over the Anzac weekend was another hurdle for small businesses to jump in a marathon year. I want to take a moment to once again recognise the significant part you are playing in supporting the long term recovery of our WA economy by complying with the lockdown closure orders and the ongoing...
Your business name is a valuable asset, so when you receive a renewal notice your first thought is often to pay it straight away. While the notice letter or email may look official, you may not realise that it may have been sent by private organisations looking to make money from you. These unsolicited approaches are often made just before the...
Running a business from home provides a number of cost and lifestyle benefits, including a range of eligible tax deductions. Home-based businesses provide an opportunity to save on rent, the time and cost of commuting while providing flexibility in your work hours. It can also provide valuable ‘breathing space’ while you grow your business...
Could predicted jobs of the future spark ideas for your new small business?
Following the great feedback we received last year, our staff will continue to hit the airwaves on RTRFM’s ‘Taking Care of Business’ show in 2019. Through these popular interviews, which started last year, we’ll be providing advice and information on current small business trends and the key issues facing the sector. If you miss the interviews when...
There’s no perfect time to start a business – but navigating the challenges of a tropical cyclone and pandemic would be enough to test any new business. Wendy Drew has made the most of the SBDC’s regional support through RSM Business Local, to help her Karratha business not only survive, but thrive, in challenging conditions. After years of...