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Starting and running a small business is a massive commitment. Unlike big businesses that can hire legions of staff to perform all sorts of roles, small business owners end up doing most jobs. This section provides insight into some key issues for every small owner to think about.
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The benefits of exporting
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15 May, 2012 |
| As a small business owner, you might be thinking, 'Why would I want to export to other countries when I can sell my goods in Australia?' The answer is that exporting gives your business many benefits that a singular market may not be able to deliver. Here are four advantages of exporting. |
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Four ways to recover from a sales slump
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05 April, 2012 |
| It's no secret that the retail market continues to remain difficult, particularly for small enterprises Given the current economic conditions, a sales slump can have a significant impact on your cash flow cycle. Here are four ways to boost sales. |
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R&D tax scheme: What you need to know
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22 March, 2012 |
| The Federal Government's research and development tax incentive scheme has garnered a significant amount of press in recent weeks, but a lack of information and documentation has left small businesses and tax experts alike confused as to how the scheme works. Read on for more information on the R&D scheme. |
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How PPSR can benefit your business
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29 February, 2012 |
| It has been a month since the national personal property security register (PPSR) became operational, but many small businesses are still unaware of how they are affected by the new PPSR reforms. Here are some ways PPSR will benefit your business. |
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How to reduce your risk of buying a franchise
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23 February, 2012 |
| Getting into a franchise often costs a lot of money- sometimes even your life savings. With so much at stake, here are a few ways to reduce the risk of getting stuck with an unreliable franchise business. |
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Five fatal business planning mistakes
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10 February, 2012 |
| New business owners often don't recognise critical errors that can turn off potential investors. To make sure your business plan is taken seriously, be sure to avoid these five fatal mistakes. |
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How SMEs can benefit from the NBN
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25 January, 2012 |
| There's no doubt that over the years, the NBN has courted controversy and even direct opposition, but at the end of the day, it's here to stay. And as a small business owner, there may be some benefits you can reap from this new development. Read on for more information on how you can benefit from the NBN. |
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Six low-risk ways to start a business
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13 January, 2012 |
| Every startup involves some degree of risk, but careful planning can help get your business up and running with a minimal amount of risk. Here are six low-risk strategies you can employ in the New Year to maximise your resources and effort during the early stages of your business. |
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Three things businesses should do before Christmas
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14 December, 2011 |
| For many businesses, the holiday season will provide a much-needed boost to sales and revenue, particularly for the embattled retail and services sector. Here are some Christmas 'gifts' you can bestow upon your business to ensure a successful start to 2012. |
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Tax breaks for small business owners
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07 December, 2011 |
| Nothing in life is as certain as death and taxes but while you can't avoid the former, you can definitely reduce the impact of the latter with tax-reducing benefits that your business may qualify for. Here are three tax breaks for SMEs: entrepreneurs tax offset, CGT benefits and write-offs. |
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