Small Business Management & Development: Flying Solo: Small Business Advice & Support in Australia

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Staying in love with your business

24 May 13 | Lynda Bayada

As many couples will tell you, having longevity and success in romantic relationships takes commitment and hard work, as well as that special ‘zing’. Here’s how to remain in love with your business. Read more

Comments: 2

It’s not you. It’s me.

14 May 13 | Robert Gerrish

Who’d have thought that the greatest cop-out break-up line would have such relevance in the world of bad business behaviour? Well, it does for me anyway. Read more

Comments: 17

Managing anxiety with mindfulness

07 May 13 | Jodie McLeod

Far from being a self-help buzzword, mindfulness is enabling me to manage one of the biggest hindrances to my wellbeing. So imagine what else it can do. Read more

Comments: 29

Time to show technology who’s boss

30 Apr 13 | Sam Leader

I’ve had enough of being tethered to technology. So I’ve come up with a range of strategies to cut the cord. Read more

Comments: 14

Why can’t we live like we did that summer?

23 Apr 13 | Peter Crocker

It seems to me that everyone has a golden age in the past or a vision of the future where everything seems idyllic. The question is, why is that time not right now? Read more

Comments: 8

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Why changing your name could be bad for business

05 Apr 13 | Kate Toon

Female soloists planning to take their husband’s name after their nuptials really need to stop and think. Dropping your maiden name could have a significant effect on your business. Read more

Comments: 10

Tools for micro business teams

26 Mar 13 | Sam Leader

With six of us working remotely much of the time, it can be tricky to maintain a sense of unity within the Flying Solo team. As the ‘mum’ of the FS family, I’m in charge of making the team feel connected and I have a few tricks to make this happen. Read more

Comments: 6

Preparing business for baby

20 Mar 13 | Jacqui Pryor

One baby is up and running (your business!) and now there’s a real baby on the way. How can you make sure things are in order before your little one arrives? Read more

Comments: 28

Switch on Community Membership

04 Mar 13

After months of planning we’re thrilled to bring you a new membership offering designed to connect you with clients and other small businesses, develop new skills and make working on your business easy. Read more

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Flexible working hours: The end of weekends?

16 Jun 08 | Sam Leader

In a slew of Friday emails to our lovely contributors, I signed off with ‘Have a great weekend.’ I have since realised it’s a bit of a silly thing to say to a soloist with our flexible working hours. 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.