Your guide to starting a small business in Australia

An online business can be a great way to start out. Here’s what you need to know to set up online. Read more!

A good business proposal is an important part of pitching your ideas when seeking out funding or partners. Read on to find out more!

Registering a business name in Australia is a crucial step for every start up. Here’s what you need to know.

Business registration is a critical step when starting out. Read on to find out the key details to help start your small business.

Becoming a franchisee can be a great way to start a small business with some extra security. Read on to find out more.

A business model lays out the foundation for your business. So how do you create a solid game plan? Read more.

Capital and operating expenses are two key metrics for tracking the health and growth of small businesses. Let’s break down capex vs opex.

What is the cost of goods sold? How do you calculate cost of goods sold? Simply, the cost of goods sold (COGS) is a core calculation in the buying and selling of goods by a small business, distributer, wholesaler, or manufacturer and we’ll show you how to...

Firstly, let’s answer the question ‘what is accounting?’ and get on the same page. Accounting is the recording, analysing and summarising of financial information. It’s imperative in helping you understand the financial health of your business and planning your...

If you're excited about starting your own business but not quite sure about which path to follow, you’ve come to the right place. We've put together our list of some of the most rewarding business ideas that actually work. Perfect for beginners, thanks to little...

I bet you didn’t know that last year over 250 000 people started their own business? Have you ever thought of joining these hundreds of thousands of Aussies? When you consider the reasons for people leaving their job to become their own boss, such as achieving a...

Your business brand identity is one of the main reasons customers buy from you: Who are you? Why should they buy from you? What are you all about? These questions are why you need to pay attention to brand identity and all the branding activity which accompanies...

For those small business owners looking to avoid the harsh reality of failure, learning from common and famous business mistakes is an excellent remedy to your own possible missteps. Small business mistakes and ultimate failure is all too common and there’s a...

You have a tantalising small business idea, a solid financial basis, and a lot of determination, but no business strategy. What is a business strategy and why does a good business idea need one, you ask? Finding success is momentous task unto itself but...

What is a director in a company exactly? What is their role? How does it differ to the role of a CEO or managing director?  As a small business owner, what do you need to understand about the role of a director? What is a director of a company? The director of a...

If you’ve started or are starting a new business, there’s lots of decisions to be made that can have a huge impact on the day-to-day running of your business. Getting on top of the tax obligations and regulations that apply to your business can seem overwhelming....

If you’re setting up a new business, you’ll need to know how to get an ABN in Australia – otherwise know as an Australian business number.  Finding out how to get an ABN is one of the first steps you’ll take, and it’s not as daunting as it sounds. But what an ABN...

If you’re setting foot into the small business world and are unsure of how to write a business plan, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered with our free small business plan template! To kickstart your new venture, we also combined the free downloadable business...

Budgeting and forecasting for small businesses sits at the very heart of profitability and success. If forecasting and budgeting for small businesses is inadequate, the ability to turn a profit, grow a business, get finance and endure into the future could be...

You simply can’t have too many small business budgeting tips. For good reason too, a properly managed budget is your most important financial blueprint. For those small businesses who budget effectively, there are innumerable rewards in terms of boosting savings...