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01/11/2024

Instagram recently announced its “Creators of Tomorrow” for 2024, which serves to recognise the top emerging creators in the app who are helping to shape cultural trends and usage of the platform in 2024.

Instagram's 2024 Creators of Tomorrow provide a few insights that can guide small-business owners in their growth journey.

01/11/2024

The 2024 Business Awards by Business NSW recognised an impressive array of small businesses last Wednesday.

The 2024 Business NSW Awards recognised an impressive array of small businesses for their ingenuity, resilience, and commitment.

01/11/2024

The latest Business Banking Customer Report by Publicis Sapient revealed a growing dissatisfaction among SMEs with regard to their banks as 40 per cent feel only ‘somewhat positive’ about their bank, and five per cent have expressed negative sentiments.

Less than half of SMEs feel only somewhat positive with their banks as banks fail to take advantage of tapping their SME customer base.

31/10/2024

There has been a push in recent years towards creating what is called ‘lo-fi’ or ‘low-fidelity’ content. Lo-fi content refers to social media marketing content that feels raw, unpolished, and authentic – and it’s making waves with audiences.

Businesses are finding marketing success with "lo-fi content", as it is cheaper, quicker, and feels more authentic to audiences.

31/10/2024

A new report from software marketplace Capterra has revealed that 57 per cent of Australian businesses are using AI-enhanced customer service tools, such as chatbots and virtual assistants, to improve customer experience and operational efficiency.

57 per cent of Australian businesses are using AI technology to improve customer experience and operational efficiency.

31/10/2024

Small-business hiring is still going strong. In the three months to September, jobs growth averaged 4.8 per cent YoY, according to the latest Xero Small Business Insights update.

Small business hiring is still going strong. September saw the largest increase in jobs in two years as SMEs prep for the future.

29/10/2024

As the holiday shopping season draws near, a new report from CPM Australia revealed that while 89 per cent plan to both shop online and visit brick-and-mortar shops, 69 per cent of people said that online marketplaces were still their preferred choice for gift buying.

35 per cent of Aussies plan to do their holiday shopping as early as November, especially during Black Friday.

29/10/2024

The latest industry risk ratings from credit reporting bureau CreditorWatch has revealed that businesses in the hospitality sector are currently exhibiting an extremely high level of risk compared to other sectors.

CreditorWatch found that 16.2 per cent of hospitality businesses are at ‘high’ or ‘very high’ risk due to interest rates and increased costs.

29/10/2024

Consumers still don’t trust that their data is safe in the hands of businesses who use AI.

Consumers don't trust that their data is safe in the hands of businesses who use AI, while regulation lags behind.

28/10/2024

New data from tax and accounting service Hnry has revealed that 45 per cent of self-employed Aussies have yet to file their tax return and 14 per cent have yet to begin their tax filing work at all, despite the threat of a $313 fine for failing to lodge their tax returns.

Almost half of self-employed Aussies have yet to do their tax filing primarily due to stress and time concerns.,

28/10/2024

The Federal government has announced the launch of its new Small Business Cyber Resilience Service, which will allow small-business owners and staff access to free “tailored, one-on-one” assistance in the event of a cyber incident or related threats.

The Small Business Cyber Resilience Service will provide free assistance to SMEs in the event of a cyber threat.

28/10/2024

SME employers are increasingly confused about workplace obligations, particularly when it comes to meeting payroll requirements and adhering to award standards.

Last financial year, the ATO recovered $100+ million in underpayments from SMEs. Why might SME employers struggle to meet their obligations?

25/10/2024

A total of 88 businesses were named as finalists in the 62nd Australian Export Awards.

Many small businesses have been honoured as Australia Export Awards finalists for their contribution to employment and export growth.

25/10/2024

There have been interesting developments in the tech space in the past week that could potentially impact small businesses and their customers. Here is a rundown of some of these developments and what they entail.

Microsoft, Canva, Meta, and TikTok are introducing new tech developments that tap into technologies such as AI.

24/10/2024

CPA Australia has reminded Australians, especially sole traders, to lodge their tax returns before the Halloween deadline on October 31.

The ATO is reminding small busineses to lodge their tax returns early to avoid the deadline rush and be potentially targeted by scammers.

24/10/2024

Optus has announced that it is now offering high-speed, low-latency satellite internet connection powered by Starlink’s satellite internet service.

Optus' satellite internet service for businesses promises to proivde prioritised data connection that can withstand various conditions.

24/10/2024

Creating and maintaining a healthy work-life balance is a common challenge for many small-business owners.

Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is a common challenge for many small-business owners – here are the secrets of 12 of them managed it.

22/10/2024

Small businesses are among many of the First Nations retailers on The First Nations Collective, which is part of the Stockland Marketplace eCommerce platform.

SMEs are among many of the First Nations retailers on The First Nations Collective, part of the Stockland Marketplace eCommerce platform.

22/10/2024

American Express has awarded 13 small restaurants with a AU$21,500 grant each for having won the American Express Backing International Small Restaurants grant program.

American Express has awarded 13 small restaurants in Sydney and Melbourne with a AU$21,500 each as part of its grant program.

22/10/2024

Australian SME workers may feel that they are overworked and under pressure to cut corners, but overall they are more satisfied than those working in larger businesses.

The latest SafetyCulture survey reported that 83 per cent of those working in SMEs are satisfied with their job overall.

21/10/2024

The majority (57.3 per cent) of Australian side-hustlers earn less than $500 a month, according to research by marketing platform Omnisend.

Most Australian side-hustles earn less than $500 a month, says new research. Challenges include time-constraints and saturated markets.

21/10/2024

Featured small business Strapsicle achieved a milestone as they secured an investment of $250,000 through the programme Shark Tank Australia.

Strapsicle secures a s $250k investment from two key investors after making their pitch in Shark Tank Australia.

21/10/2024

With artificial intelligence (AI) gaining traction among more businesses, a new initiative to help small businesses harness the capabilities of AI was launched by the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing (ARM) Hub, Australia’s prominent provider of AI, robotics, and design-for-manufacture innovation services.

The ARM Hub AI Adopt Centre will not only provide practical guidance on utilising AI but also promote ethical and safe AI practices.

18/10/2024

Despite ongoing efforts to address the issue of late payments, the latest Business Risk Index (BRI) report from credit reporting bureau CreditorWatch has revealed that late payments are at their highest rate this September 2024 period, the highest since the end of JobKeeper in March 2021.

The late payments rate for September 2024 is at a record high not seen since March 2021 during the end of JobKeeper .

18/10/2024

There have been intense discussions over a proposal to change the definition of small business in the Fair Work Act.

A proposal to expand the definition of "small business" as one with less than 25 employees has drawn both praise and criticism.

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