Business Tips

Are you starting a new small business, or just looking for some advice and inspiration? Here, you’ll find business tips for every stage of your small business journey, from business card etiquette to packaging design. Plus, get inspired by interviews with real business owners all over the world.


Small businesses prioritise marketing & customer acquisition despite current climate

While the lingering impact of the pandemic and new economic headwinds are creating uncertainty for small businesses, our latest research […]

How to have the best small business summer ever

There’s no denying that extreme weather events and the after-effects of the COVID-19 pandemic proved to be a challenging experience […]

What we learned: The importance of heritage & a strong brand story

Family-run businesses are a key part of the small business community. We constantly see small businesses open their doors because […]

What we learned: Hiring employees & growing a staff

Hiring an employee is a major step for a small business owner. When you decided to start your business, you […]

NAIDOC Week 2022: Celebrating Indigenous business

NAIDOC Week is here and to celebrate, we’re showcasing some amazing Indigenous-owned businesses. Torres Strait Island and Aboriginal businesses are […]

Shining a light on LGBTQ+ owned businesses

The LGBTQ+ community is filled with inspiring people and stories; from dreamers and go-getters to innovators and trailblazers. And although […]

How to launch & market your side hustle

Whether you’re a small business owner looking to branch out, or just want to earn a bit of extra cash, […]

7 ways to increase small business customer engagement

You’ve probably heard the term ‘customer engagement’ while marketing your small business. Customer engagement encompasses all of the ways you […]

Shining a light on women-owned businesses

Women-owned businesses are innovative, strong and leading the entrepreneurial charge in Australia – according to a 2020 Xero survey, two-thirds […]

Everything you need to know about TikTok for small business

Social media is one of the best places to market your small business and connect with your customers while driving […]

7 ways eateries can use QR codes

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes QR codes have made a comeback in the last few years — they’ve proven to […]

How small business is shifting in 2023

Regardless of industry, the small business world is ever-changing. In 2020, we saw resilient small business owners shift their offerings […]

Redesign resolution: A new look sparks a brand transformation

MY MARKETING MUST-HAVES Redesign resolution: A new look sparks a brand transformation Estimated reading time: 6 minutes A new year […]

Turning customers into a community: How Pride Fitness built a loyal following

A small business is nothing without its customers. But as many small business owners know, there is a fine art […]

How to use Instagram link stickers for your small business

Good news for small businesses — Instagram link stickers are now available to everyone using the social platform. This feature, […]

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How Aussie small businesses survived 2020

A global pandemic, bushfires, floods and a mouse plague – Aussies did it tough in 2020 and continue to do […]

Adapting to change: Serving up something new with food truck-inspired takeaway

Adapting to change: Serving up something new with food truck-inspired takeaway Estimated reading time: 7 minutes The COVID-19 pandemic threw […]

How to respond to negative reviews as a small business owner

The internet is one of the first places people turn to when they’re searching for a new provider or service. […]

Rooted in community: How Kelly Polanco stands out at local events

Rooted in community: How Kelly Polanco stands out at local events Estimated reading time: 4 minutes One of the best […]

How to create a stand-out shopfront

How to create a stand-out shopfront Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Many small business owners who have a brick-and-mortar store […]

Think outside the shop with a fun footpath pop-up

Think outside the shop with a fun footpath pop-up Estimated reading time: 3 minutes There’s never been a better time […]

5 tips for building trust & credibility as a small business owner

You pour your heart and soul into your business, but can others tell you’re the real deal? In a highly […]

Small business spotlight: Saffron & Rose Ice Cream

When Ali Kashani-Rafye took his family and their small ice cream business all the way from Iran to Los Angeles […]

Side hustle into a full time business.

How to turn your side hustle into a full-time job

Working on a passion project, earning extra money, becoming your own boss – there are many reasons to start up […]