Some people struggle to find time in the day, not because they’re overwhelmed with tasks, but because they are working with no logic and strategy. They come into the office, attend scheduled meetings, answer emails and address the urgent things that come up...
The Queensland Government has announced support grants to help businesses that were affected by lockdowns across the state in August, 2021. The grant is open to eligible small and medium businesses, large tourism and hospitality businesses as well as not-for-profit...
One of the fundamental building blocks for achieving a high-performance culture and an empowered workforce is effective delegation. As a leader, you must be efficient at delegating to free up more of your valuable time. Delegation is itself a business process, and...
Selling a business is often a complicated process. One complicating factor for any CEO or business owner is determining what to tell employees about the pending sale, as well as when and how much. Every large-scale plan to sell the business must address this part of...
After all, the hard work that goes into starting and maintaining a business, deciding years later to sell that business can be among the biggest challenges in a CEO or business owner’s career. You’re certainly an expert in your own field, but unless you have...
It may not seem possible now, but the day will come when you no longer run your business (either as a CEO or business owner). Recognising this inevitability is the first step towards selecting and grooming a successor who holds the same passion for the business as...
When you last strolled around your workplace, did you notice any difference in the environment? Did you get a sense that your employees felt stressed out (or more so than usual)? Were people less friendly than in the past? Was some sort of “siege mentality vibe”...
When was the last time you thought about changing the design of your workplace? If you feel there’s potential for greater productivity among your employees, take a close look at how your office or workspace is presently configured. This design might just be limiting...
It’s hard to imagine a more difficult time for being an effective business leader. Correspondingly, finding significance in what we do has never seemed more fleeting…and, necessary. As we all emerge from this pandemic and endeavour to lead our businesses...
Transitioning your business is one of the most critical and life-changing decisions you’ll make as a business owner. If you handle the process well, you will be helping not only yourself, your team, and your business but also the future owner. It will save...
Families in the process of transferring their business to the next generation have a number of complex challenges to overcome. Maintaining the viability of the business enterprise is foremost. This involves good business planning, sound management, effective practices...
Your first 90 days as CEO will set the tone for your entire tenure in the organisation. Therefore, this is a crucial time, and the goal is to establish your credibility and trust, so the team and the shareholders have confidence in you moving forward But how do you...
Social media is growing and evolving constantly, and can feel like a full time job for business owners. It can be daunting if you don’t know where to begin. The Alternative Board’s July 2016 Small Business Survey revealed that the majority of business owners...
The global pandemic shook the world and put our lives on hold – which at the time seemed like it would last indefinitely. Though many inconveniences have now been resolved, and people have once again found their way through tough circumstances, there is however, a...
There are many things successful business owners consciously steer clear of while going about running and growing their business. We asked 13 TAB members what they believe entrepreneurs should assiduously avoid doing at any cost. Learn from their hard-won lessons...
The Queensland Government announced several packages to support businesses that suffered during the pandemic. Though most of these have either exhausted their funds or are no longer accepting applicants – there’s one that’s about to open. The Business Boost Grants...
The invention of personal computing revolutionised the way we did business. From small, local businesses to international conglomerates, the second half of the twentieth century radically altered the opportunities available for operating, expanding, and imagining...
Is selling your company part of your exit strategy or succession plan? Having your business ready for sale can make an impact on the amount of money you receive for it, and satisfaction of your leaving the business in good stead. Here are five big considerations a...
Why is search engine optimisation so important for your website? One of the lessons learned from the recent Covid-19 pandemic concerns the need for businesses to boost their online presence. Right now, SEO can help you achieve this goal. Here are some SEO strategies...
Search engine optimisation (SEO) is an online strategy that can result in your website being displayed at the top of the search engine results pages. If you want to attract and engage customers in your area, you will definitely need local SEO. This is where you...
Earlier this month, the Fair Work Commission’s wage panel announced an increase in the minimum wage, by 2.5%. The Australian minimum wage is set to rise from $19.84 an hour to $20.33, taking the minimum weekly wage up to $772.60 per week. This decision came about...
As a smaller business, being well placed online in a search and social capacity is crucial. It can drive precious customers to your site, and result in conversions. Search engine optimisation (SEO) is an online strategy that can result in your website being displayed...
No business wants to get a bad review for its products or services. But it can be impossible to please everyone, and so there is always a chance you may get a negative review. It can be turned around though. Businesses that respond adroitly, with a professional tone...
As business leaders, we all know it can be “lonely at the top”. This is one of the key reasons that so many entrepreneurs seek out a peer advisory group. Peer advisory groups are an organisation whose main purpose is to create an environment for non-competitive...
The pandemic has created a new work order. Remote work is no longer considered uncharted territory. As companies worldwide are moving toward a virtual work environment, they are also struggling to find solutions to motivate employees and keep them engaged. Many...
Unless you’re a serial entrepreneur who started a business with the sole motive of selling it, passing the reins of your company to someone else can take an emotional toll. If you happen to also be part of Australia’s largest generation of retiring business owners—the...
If you run a business that is truly valuable to your customers, your network of sources will want to help their colleagues by referring your business to them. Small business owners repeatedly admit that referrals are their best method of acquiring and retaining good...
