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• Soapbox

  Beware the lure of the quickie

  So your customer rings and says, “I need something fast, cheap and cheerful, nothing fancy. Could you have a quick look?” Don’t believe it. The result can be less than satisfying for all involved.

  • Published today
  • Peter Crocker
  • 29 Comments

• Working Smarter

  How to outsource your life by offshoring

  Have you used offshoring in your business? In this article I will discuss the pros and cons of offshore outsourcing as well as provide tips for a good offshoring experience.

  • Published yesterday
  • Andrew May
  • 10 Comments

• Technology

  Business technology money saving tips

  To run a successful business, you must ensure your costs are under control. The costs of business technology is no different. Even trying just one or two of the money saving tips below could translate into immediate savings for your bottom line.

  • Published 4 days ago
  • Greg Pritchard
  • 6 Comments

• Technology

  Your business needs an effective website!

  And the team at The Web Showroom can help. They specialise in building professional and effective websites for Australian small business. If your business needs more leads, or more sales, then Speak to The Web Showroom today!

• Stay Balanced

  How to avoid burnout by managing stress

  Stress fuels burnout, so if you want your business to last for life and avoid burnout, you need to understand what triggers stress. When we take a close look at managing stress, the first thing to realise is stress is actually a response.

  • Published 01 October 08
  • Lucinda Lions
  • 8 Comments

• Soapbox

  What I got out of Flying Solo LIVE!

  Before our recent live event, I spent my time fretting about mechanics. Will everyone show? Will the audience be able to hear? What flavour are the mini gelato cones? After all we’re forever told it’s the small stuff that matters.

  • Published 30 September 08
  • Sam Leader
  • 7 Comments

• Working Smarter

  Money management tips to survive the downturn

  If you can keep your cool while economic mayhem abounds, you could set up your business for not just survival, but for greater profit and cashflow when things improve. Here are some money management tips to thrive and survive in the downturn.

  • Published 29 September 08
  • Sue Hirst
  • 3 Comments

• Marketing

  Tips for successful Google AdWords campaigns

  Google AdWords can be the most profitable advertising you’ll ever do, provided you do it correctly. This article reviews three common mistakes businesses make when running their own Google AdWords campaigns.

  • Published 26 September 08
  • Philip Shaw
  • 15 Comments

• Starting Out

  The definitive guide to going solo

  In times of uncertainty, getting the basics right is more crucial than ever. Flying Solo – How to go it alone in business is a book which will give you the confidence and tools to stay at the top of your game.

• Stay Balanced

  Starting a business with a baby

  The first few weeks as a first time parent are filled with fear and questions, but then you relax and start to think about the future. In many ways it’s the ideal time for acting on that great business idea and starting a business.

  • Published 24 September 08
  • Joh Baker-Dowdell
  • 17 Comments

• Soapbox

  The things people say

  Having spent last week at our conference and much of this week at someone else’s, it occurs to me that simple, memorable wisdom can come from anywhere. Here are some personal favourites.

  • Published 23 September 08
  • Robert Gerrish
  • 30 Comments

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