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Spotlight
In the Spotlight: Sara Ramtoola, Sara Handmade Jewellery
Sara Handmade Jewellery design and create stunning bespoke jewellery and heirloom pieces that can be passed down for generations. From custom handmade engagement rings to remodelling sentimental jewellery you’ve inherited but don’t wear. Their creations help their clients remember life’s special moments.
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Technology
How to protect your home network from hackers
People are more connected to the Internet now than they’ve ever been. Once the only device that you’d access the Internet over was a PC or possibly laptop. Then phones, tablets, game consoles, and televisions got added to the network. Then the Internet of Things (IoT) happened and now there are chips in everything to connect it to the Internet; from the printer though to the refrigerator, security systems, air conditioners, and even the humble light bulb now has an app that you can use to control it over the Internet.
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Productivity
Podcast 258: 4 free Facebook tools that boost small business performance
Given the challenges of this year, we’re all looking for ways to maximise the performance of our business without spending a fortune. Facebook have a range of terrific free business tools to help us perform at our best. Melinda Petrunoff, Facebook director of small and medium business for ANZ talks us through the 4 most crucial.
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Marketing
Will THIS keep our business alive?
When chaos strikes, humans – wisely – revert to survival mode. For business owners, every decision you make is based on the premise: Will THIS keep our business alive?
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Starting
How to build a Virtual Assistant business on little or no income
Let’s chat about money. It’s either what makes the world go round, or the root of all evil. I guess it depends on how much you have and what you need it for. So, do you need money to set up your Virtual Assistant (VA) business? Yes and no.
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Marketing
How to communicate effectively using technology
One of the unintended consequences of COVID-19 has been the supersonic rise in peoples usage of digital communication channels. With social restrictions enforced and less opportunity to communicate in person, we have enthusiastically embraced channels that allow us to still connect and do business.
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FROM THE FORUMS
Best structure for my side projects
Hi all, I am so happy to discover this forum and hoping we can learn from each other. I've been doing side projects in software/apps development and on the top…
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Starting
How to start a specialised freelance writing business
I learned quicky that in the world of selling businesses, time is extremely valuable. I wanted to help both agents & small business owners when it comes to preparing businesses for sale and that is when I started my freelance business journey.
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Marketing
5 consumer trends your business needs to know
There’s plenty of rhetoric talking about consumer trends, but what does the data tell us about changing consumer behaviours and what can businesses learn? Over 200 million businesses use our platforms to connect with over 2.5 billion monthly users, and we’ve seen many businesses use the free tools on Facebook and Instagram to change the […]
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Marketing
Are you our Flying Solo 2020 Solo Biz of the Year?
Truth be told, everyone deserves a medal for making it through this year but… we’re on the hunt for YOUR favourite solo business 🎉 Let’s end this year with a bang and celebrate the wins within our community... We have 3 awards up for grabs!
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Money
Are you charging what you’re worth? Lessons from a supermodel
I was recently asked to speak at an event sharing my experience with changing exactly what I am worth. And it gave me pause to think – am I actually charging what I am worth? How do I even calculate that? Where to start?
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Starting
Spotlight: Amber Duggan founder of Just A Glass Australia
Just a Glass Australia provides a range of premium Australian made and owned vegan wines, packaged in beautifully designed bottles featuring artwork by renowned Australian artist Kasey Rainbow and providing ‘wine lovers’ the very best of what’s available in Australian winemaking in a single serve bottle.
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Marketing
Podcast 255: How to get your business found online with Google Ads
Small Business lifestyle · 255. How to get your business found online with Google Ads
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FROM THE FORUMS
I think I'm making a mess of quoting / estimates for new clients. Please helP!
I'm freelancing in a creative business, so while many of my jobs are similar, none are exactly the same, so it's not appropriate to have a cookie cutter per product…
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Wellbeing
How happy are men in their work?
Careers and workplace wellbeing are a crucial factor for men’s overall health, wellbeing and satisfaction. The 19th November each year is International Men’s Day. And supporting men in navigating their career and the choices and pressures around that is key.
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Connect
2 steps to dropshipping success from Australian small business owners
Approximately 10% of our small business community have created an ecommerce platform for their business since the start of COVID, with dropshipping becoming an increasingly popular option.
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Marketing
How good packaging design can increase your sales
Companies direct a huge amount of time and energy into the creation of their products, but many fall short of putting as much effort into their packaging. While the items you produce and sell are, of course, the primary focus, the failure to best-present them to potential customers can have a dramatic impact on sales. Not convinced? The following points might make you re-think your packaging strategy…
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Money
7 things you’re telling yourself about money that’s stopping it coming toward you (and how to change that!)
What does money mindset for success mean? Most of us have fixed ideas about money that we absorbed from those around us when we were young. What’s important now is to ask if this money mindset has helped or hindered your success in life and what are you going to do about it?
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Wellbeing
What I learnt from falling over
This time last week I set out on a run. A short while later I was lying on the ground in a little ball, trying to work out how I got there. Lets go back a few steps. If only I could.
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Marketing
Three hacks to optimise your site to get your business found online
How do you get your business noticed on Google? We give you the tips you need to know to help you see your business come up on search.
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Marketing
How to create a digital presence for your business
Creating a digital presence for your business online has become more critical than ever. Fortunately, it’s also never been easier to create an accessible website or online storefront and get your business noticed.
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