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Pendle Party and Event Hire is a family business that offers party and event equipment for hire to south east Queensland. Read more
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What say you?
What kind of personality does your business have?
36% - Jovial and social
52% - Serious and down-to-earth
12% - Glamorous and arty
What's new
How safe is that cloud app?
17 May 12Scott McKenzieCloud apps might seem like a godsend for soloists, increasing efficiency, mobility and capabilities, and are often free to download and install. But have you considered the risks associated with the benefits? Read more
Comments: 1
Make report and proposal writing easy with an outline
16 May 12Maria PantaloneCreating an outline for writing reports and proposals can save you time and effort. Here’s how. Read more
Comments: 3
Let’s get personal
15 May 12Jayne TancredWhether you’ve put conscious thought into it or not, your business already has a brand personality – and if you’re a soloist, it’s probably closely aligned to your own. Read more
Comments: 19
WorkSmart: Why moving fast can equal failure
14 May 12Robert GerrishRecently I've heard of a couple of instances where hurried behaviour very nearly resulted in the loss of a sale…and that can't be good. Read more
Podcast: What happens when passion takes over
13 May 12Tim Reid and Luke MoultonIn this podcast, Tim and Luke interview Hana Tolhoek, the creator of Strom, a high end spirit retailing at $110 per bottle. Hana is a true marketing go-getter. Read more
Explore
Our bestseller is back! Bigger, bolder & fully updated...
27 Feb 12Flying Solo: How to go it alone in business is a book that gives you the tools you need to start your own venture, or totally rejuvenate one that’s been ticking along for years. Read more
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Make report and proposal writing easy with an outline
16 May 12Maria PantaloneCreating an outline for writing reports and proposals can save you time and effort. Here’s how. Read more
Comments: 3
Let’s get personal
15 May 12Jayne TancredWhether you’ve put conscious thought into it or not, your business already has a brand personality – and if you’re a soloist, it’s probably closely aligned to your own. Read more
Comments: 19
WorkSmart: Why moving fast can equal failure
14 May 12Robert GerrishRecently I've heard of a couple of instances where hurried behaviour very nearly resulted in the loss of a sale…and that can't be good. Read more
Podcast: What happens when passion takes over
13 May 12Tim Reid and Luke MoultonIn this podcast, Tim and Luke interview Hana Tolhoek, the creator of Strom, a high end spirit retailing at $110 per bottle. Hana is a true marketing go-getter. Read more
Startup
How perfection prevents action
03 May 12Deborah JacksonDo you let perfectionism hold you back from marketing yourself? If you wait for that perfect moment, if you wait until you’ve learnt it all, if you hesitate for any reason, then you lose. The perfect time to market yourself is today. Read more
Comments: 3
Armageddon in the dojo
01 May 12Jodie McLeodIs your home office equipment letting you down? Mine did, and on my first day on the job with Flying Solo, no less. Read more
Comments: 18
Podcast: The ‘cover some serious marketing ground’ episode
11 Mar 12Tim Reid and Luke MoultonIn this podcast, Tim Reid and Luke Moulton cover more marketing ground than Michael Schumacher on race day! Read more
Marketing
- Podcast: Those 11 forgotten marketing concepts explained
- Five easily avoidable marketing mistakes
- Podcast: LinkedIn’s MD on how to use LinkedIn for business
- Presentation skills for beginners
- Podcast: Roger Hamilton – Futurist, Social Entrepreneur, Wealth Dynamics creator
- How self-discipline brought in big bucks
- Developing your communication strategy
- Sharpen up, soloists!
- Podcast: How To get 500 bums on seats. Fast!
- Four free tabs to make your Facebook page POP
- How to get your expert opinions flowing
- Podcast: How To Learn Faster
- Media campaign mistakes: what not to do
Make report and proposal writing easy with an outline
16 May 12Maria PantaloneCreating an outline for writing reports and proposals can save you time and effort. Here’s how. Read more
Comments: 3Work smart
WorkSmart: Why moving fast can equal failure
14 May 12Robert GerrishRecently I've heard of a couple of instances where hurried behaviour very nearly resulted in the loss of a sale…and that can't be good. Read more
How smart sourcing can help your bottom line
12 May 12Michelle KvelloSmart sourcing is the big brother of outsourcing: it’s not just about cutting costs; it’s about sourcing the optimum solution for your business, making sure that it stays agile and flexible. Read more
Comments: 1
When is it time to hire an employee?
11 May 12Brad CallaughanIf you are planning to bring on an employee in order to help grow or support your business, just how should you go about it? Read more
Comments: 1
WorkSmart: Are you sabotaging your success?
30 Apr 12Robert GerrishDiligence and attention to detail are great qualities in a small business owner. But a preoccupation with perfecting process and too much fine tuning can sabotage our success. Read more
Live smart
- What would you tell yourself a decade from now?
- Indoor air quality: Breathe easy in your home office
- Is giving away free advice a thankless task?
- Why mindfulness matters
- Which of these are you?
- My work-life blend experiment
- Switching off from work
- Risky business
- How soloists can make the best music
- The resolution solution
- Your number one priority
- You shouldn’t keep it a secret
- Keep calm and carry on
Tips for staying calm under pressure
07 May 12Maria PantaloneBeing a soloist is sometimes stressful, and high stress levels can impact on your communication style, which may ultimately damage your relationships. Here are some tips for staying calm under pressure. Read more
Comments: 4Tech
How safe is that cloud app?
17 May 12Scott McKenzieCloud apps might seem like a godsend for soloists, increasing efficiency, mobility and capabilities, and are often free to download and install. But have you considered the risks associated with the benefits? Read more
Comments: 1
Is cloud computing best for my business?
05 May 12Heather CoxThere’s been a lot of talk recently about how the cloud will revolutionise business computing. But how is it different to what you’re doing now, and what’s the benefit? Read more
Comments: 7
Why the cloud is safer than your desktop
20 Apr 12Sholto MacphersonOne of the greatest concerns about cloud-computing services is security. Is it safer to put important information on the web, or should you keep it on your desktop or server under lock and key? Read more
Comments: 5Finance
Manage your cash flow and get paid on time
10 May 12Jo UcukaloGetting paid on time is essential to minimising cash flow problems, especially for new businesses. Here are seven simple techniques to help you avoid cash flow roadblocks. Read more
Comments: 5
Pricing for wimps: your minimum hourly rate
04 May 12Julia BickerstaffAs a soloist, how do you determine what your hourly rate should be? Use this simple three-step formula to help you work out the minimum you should be charging. Read more
Comments: 6
Are you undervaluing what you offer?
28 Apr 12Deborah JacksonUndervaluing what you offer could be costing you both clients and money. Here’s how to spot the tell-tale signs and start turning things around. Read more
Comments: 3
Good record keeping
25 Apr 12Michael QuinnKeeping good records involves more than just knowing which records to keep and for how long. It could mean the difference between the failure and success of your business. Read more
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Small Business is Australia's fastest growing sector – this business community site was created for those running a small business of one to five people. Here the solo and micro business owner will find small business forums, a small business directory, free resources, help, tips and advice on: starting a small business; working smarter when working from home; effective small business marketing; small business networking; the solo psyche; staying balanced as a small business owner; small business technology advice and small business finance tips.
