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Five small-business predictions for 2025
Small businesses should keep an eye out for five key predictions that can help make 2025 a successful year for them.
The entrepreneur who kept going through decade-long setbacks – Harmony Harvest
Ami Nakamura started her organic cosmetics business, Harmony Harvest, in 2002 – but it took decades to truly find her fe...
When to walk away from a business acquisition
Not all business acquisition are as good as they appear to be so it is important to do due diligence first.
Optimistic outlook for SMEs entering 2025
38 per cent of SMEs have an optimistic outlook for 2025 in light of increased revenues and declining financial challenge...
From grants to software pricing, sole traders and micro businesses face unseen challenges
According to the ASBFEO, 88.5 per cent of Australian businesses are sole traders or micro businesses. This means that th...
How to leverage social procurement opportunities as a SME or start-up
Buyers are increasingly sourcing from businesses that address social challenges. Here's how to align your offerings acco...
Beware of bad customers – and three other ways small and medium businesses can thrive in 2025
Despite ongoing challenges, SMEs can improve their prospects in 2025 in ways such as standing firm against bad customers...
What are small-business owners doing this January?
Here's what small-business owners are doing this January, and why not everyone is able to put down the tools.
How to enhance customer experience and build team expertise in 2025
Improving the team expertise through upskilling and feedback increases the prospects of small-business success in 2025.
Building a luxury small business: Chris Wilson on positioning a gym as exclusive
Chris Wilson explains how he built a luxury boutique gym, why exclusivity is key to his business, and why he'll never in...