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Leadership Mastery: 6 essential small business leadership skills

 Small business leadership is challenging. You’ve carved out your niche, got some money coming in, and just made your first hire. Soon enough, they all be looking to you for guidance, inspiration, and motivation  to achieve bigger and better for the business, and for themselves.

The thing i...

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05.05.22 06:30 AM - Comment(s)
Federal Budget: What's in it for small businesses?

Now that the dust has settled on the 2022 Federal Budget, it’s clear that there are a few announcements that every small business owner should know about. Make sure you are across the key changes to certain deductions, PAYG and GST installations, and economic support before we head into the next fin...

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04.04.22 02:26 PM - Comment(s)
'Outside of Year Parameters' error: Solved

Have you ever had this error message when using Cashflow Manager? “Outside of Year Parameters”

It can sound like a scary message, but it’s actually quite a simple fix. Essentially, it means that your software (whether that’s Cashflow Manager, Cashflow Manager Gold, Wages Manager or Wages 1-4) is...

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29.03.22 12:00 PM - Comment(s)
Knowledge Base: Your Cashflow Manager Help Centre

You spoke, we listened, and now we would like to introduce to you Knowledge Base, our online Cashflow Manager Help Centre.

Knowledge Base is a centralised, easy-to-use database filled with helpful information about using Cashflow Manager programs. Knowledge Base gives you instant access to helpf...

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20.12.21 12:25 PM - Comment(s)
5 Ways to Overcome Fear of Failure in Business

Have you ever felt frozen by fear? Forget about spiders, heights or even clowns – it’s fear of failure that entrepreneurs and small business owners will most often face.

If you’re a small business owner or self-employed, it’s important to be able to make quick, sound decisions that balance ...

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24.09.21 03:30 PM - Comment(s)
A Father’s Bond Forged in Steel

Since starting their family business 13 years ago – almost by accident – Buronga husband and wife Brian and Sandra Gregg always prioritised their relationship with their children.

They knew, better than most, that when you work with your family, Father’s Day takes on a special significance.

Despite th...

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05.09.21 08:30 AM - Comment(s)
How To Be Environmentally Responsible as a Small Business

As a small business owner, you know that it’s up to you to set the tone for what your business prioritises, prides itself on and stands up for. If environmental care and sustainable business practices are something you want as part of your story, there are some simple steps you can take to promote i...

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02.09.21 01:52 PM - Comment(s)
Small Business Goals You Can Set This Financial Year

The new financial year can be an exciting time for small businesses. With end of financial year obligations out of the way, you have the opportunity to reflect on the successes and challenges of the last twelve months, and use those learnings to set smart business goals for the year ahead. Read on a...

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16.06.21 11:09 AM - Comment(s)
How E-Commerce Can Help Small Business Owners

Electronic Commerce, also know as e-commerce defines purchasing and selling of products or services over the internet. In 2020, Australia Post reported 1.36 million Aussies shopped online for the first time and overall online purchases grew 57% year on year.

E-commerce has revolutionised th...

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18.05.21 09:34 AM - Comment(s)
10 Best Micro Business Start-Up Ideas In Australia

It might be the idea of being your own boss, being able to set your own hours or simply doing something you love that has you considering starting a micro business. Well, now is the time to turn those thoughts to reality and if you’re stuck for new business ideas, we have some for you.

So, what is a ...

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11.05.21 09:06 AM - Comment(s)
Why Ergonomics Is So Important For Your Office Staff

Ergonomics is commonly referred to in the workplace, but rarely implemented at a meaningful level; often due to time or cost barriers. But investment in ergonomics can benefit your office staff in the long run (making for a more positive environment – plus saving you time and money, so it’s importan...

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18.03.21 07:33 AM - Comment(s)
Do You Need An ABN?

An ABN, or Australian Business Number, is a must if you’re a sole trader or starting a new business. But how do you get an ABN? And, how much does an ABN application costs? Here’s everything you need to know.

What is an ABN?

An ABN is an Australian Business Number. It’s an 11-digit number that the gov...

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04.03.21 09:10 AM - Comment(s)
10 Home Business Ideas To Be Your Own Boss

Choosing your own work hours, deciding which projects you take on, and possibly even pursuing your passion. Sounds like the ideal work situation, right? With a little creativity, you could be running your own business from home sooner than you think.

For many, working from home became the new normal ...

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18.02.21 09:11 AM - Comment(s)
How to manage and embrace change in turbulent times

The new “working-from-home economy” is predicted to continue long past the pandemic that prompted it. That’s not all: e-commerce has likely changed forever as online shopping boomed during lockdowns; Zoom meetings and get-togethers are now commonplace; and we all now know ho...

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19.11.20 12:42 PM - Comment(s)
Time saving tips for the savvy small business owner

We all have those days where you sit down with your morning coffee, read a few emails, then look at the clock and it’s already 2pm. Time just slips away from us, and for business owners, this happens far too often. Unfortunately you can’t add more hours to the day, so here are our tips on time savin...

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14.10.20 08:33 AM - Comment(s)