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    • Getting startedIf you’re starting a new business in Australia, you’ll find stacks of resources to help ensure you get off on the right foot. Find out if you’re well suited to running your own show with our nifty quiz.
        • How the Small Business Ombudsman can help you resolve a business dispute

          How the Small Business Ombudsman can help you resolve a business dispute

          May 18, 2022
        • Three secrets to a winning business strategy: hint it begins with clarity

          Three secrets to a winning business strategy: hint it begins with clarity

          May 13, 2022
        • Five ways your brain might be secretly sabotaging your business

          Five ways your brain might be secretly sabotaging your business

          April 26, 2022
    • MarketingGetting to grips with small business marketing is an essential element of solo success. Find the support you need here. Need more help? Check out our step-by-step course to solo success.
        • How to choose the best PR to represent your small business

          How to choose the best PR to represent your small business

          May 16, 2022
        • How to snag new clients and get them to pay upfront without a single conversation

          How to snag new clients and get them to pay upfront without a single conversation

          May 4, 2022
        • TikTok releases algorithm info: How to make it work for your business

          TikTok releases algorithm info: How to make it work for your business

          April 27, 2022
    • Sales
        • Four outdated sales styles you definitely need to kick to the curb

          Four outdated sales styles you definitely need to kick to the curb

          April 6, 2022
        • Do what they don’t: 7 things to do better than your competitors

          Do what they don’t: 7 things to do better than your competitors

          March 31, 2022
        • Reading minds: Learn what makes your customers tick to boost your sales

          Reading minds: Learn what makes your customers tick to boost your sales

          March 11, 2022
    • ProductivityKnowing what’s involved in setting up and running a small business in Australia, this section will help your productivity. Check out our step-by-step course to solo success.
        • Personal growth is never comfortable: How to feel the fear but do it anyway

          Personal growth is never comfortable: How to feel the fear but do it anyway

          May 18, 2022
        • Focus on what matters most: Five steps to maximise your productivity

          Focus on what matters most: Five steps to maximise your productivity

          May 9, 2022
        • Four things you should never say to investors when pitching your business

          Four things you should never say to investors when pitching your business

          May 3, 2022
    • Business technologyWith business technology changing so rapidly it can be hard to keep up-to-date with the latest developments. In this section, we provide straightforward, easy to understand articles about online business tools and other business technology. From choosing a customer relationship management system or an inventory management system to app development, computer and software security and data backups, you are sure to find something useful for your small business in this section. Check out our step-by-step course to solo success.
        • Four helpful ways a CRM system can help your business grow

          Four helpful ways a CRM system can help your business grow

          April 21, 2022
        • How to protect your home network from hackers: Security is easier than you think!

          How to protect your home network from hackers: Security is easier than you think!

          January 24, 2022
        • 5 steps to setting up an online business in Australia

          5 steps to setting up an online business in Australia

          September 11, 2021
    • Health + wellbeingYour health and wellbeing is as important as mastering the challenges of small business management and development. Check out our step-by-step course to solo success.
        • Want to allow flexible work for your staff? 6 steps to a successful hybrid team

          Want to allow flexible work for your staff? 6 steps to a successful hybrid team

          May 12, 2022
        • How to recognise your mental health symptoms before you hit crisis point

          How to recognise your mental health symptoms before you hit crisis point

          May 11, 2022
        • Three daily habits that will significantly increase your happiness

          Three daily habits that will significantly increase your happiness

          May 11, 2022
    • News
        • Reserve Bank of Australia hikes rates by 0.25%, warning more rises to come

          Reserve Bank of Australia hikes rates by 0.25%, warning more rises to come

          May 3, 2022
        • Calling all copywriters and content creators! CopyCon is back in 2022

          Calling all copywriters and content creators! CopyCon is back in 2022

          April 1, 2022
        • Everything small business owners need to know about the 2022 budget

          Everything small business owners need to know about the 2022 budget

          March 30, 2022
    • SpotlightBusiness Class Members showcase their profiles and the services they offer to small business customers in Australia.
        • “How I built my online side hustle into a massive success in just 3 years”

          “How I built my online side hustle into a massive success in just 3 years”

          February 23, 2022
        • In the Spotlight: Pat Mannix, Cotchy.com.au

          In the Spotlight: Pat Mannix, Cotchy.com.au

          January 17, 2022
        • Soloist spotlight: Wendy MacManus, Wendy & Holly Shoes

          Soloist spotlight: Wendy MacManus, Wendy & Holly Shoes

          November 18, 2021
  • Listen & Watch
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          • Flying Solo: Going It Alone In Business
            The weekly podcast for those going solo in business, hosted by Cec Busby.

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          • Flying Solo Small Business Spotlight
            Featuring innovative businesses and soloists from around Australia

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            Take the first steps to starting your side hustle or small business now

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            The complete guide to designing your own business.

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Business Class Members showcase their profiles and the services they offer to small business customers in Australia.

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‘I saved a 90-year-old business. Here’s what I’ve learned about bringing it back to life.’

Adam Bub - March 22, 2022
One of the oldest businesses in Adelaide, Kappy’s Tea and Coffee is celebrating its 90th year keeping locals caffeinated. Simon Oaten and his wife...
Soloist stories

From spare room to boom! How WAVES have nailed their niche and found success

Suze English - March 18, 2022
When WAVES co-founders George and Olivia Kazma kicked off their side hustle selling new-release sneakers, clothing and accessories from their spare room in 2020,...
Cleanse & Co. founder, Hayley De Angelis
Soloist stories

“How I built my online side hustle into a massive success in just 3 years”

Suze English - February 23, 2022
Melbourne-based entrepreneur and self-confessed crystal queen Hayley De Angelis is the brains behind eCommerce sensation, Cleanse & Co. Hayley took her business from side...
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In the Spotlight: Pat Mannix, Cotchy.com.au

Cec Busby - January 17, 2022
We sat down with Pat Mannix from Cotchy.com.au  to get the lowdown on  Cotchy –  a platform that specialises in servicing the accounting needs...
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Soloist stories

Soloist spotlight: Wendy MacManus, Wendy & Holly Shoes

Cynthia Marinakos - November 18, 2021
In February 2010 bookkeeper Wendy MacManus embarked on a much-needed holiday overseas to unwind and de-stress from the long hours, and boring, unfulfilling desk...
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Soloist stories

Women in Business | Sonia Gibson: How to be the change you want to see

Flying solo - November 16, 2021
When we think about women working in fields like finance, we think of strong, hard women that are ambitious and perhaps even a little...
claudia bouma
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In the Spotlight: Claudia Bouma, Copywriter

Cec Busby - August 9, 2021
Claudia Bouma is an SEO copywriter and Brand Strategist who works with big brands and small businesses to develop their tone of voice to craft...
Chris Kondou
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In the spotlight: Chris Kondou, Virtual CFO

Cec Busby - July 20, 2021
Chris Kondou is a virtual CFO. He has spent the past 25 years assisting business owners, soloists and company directors to build the finance...
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In the Spotlight: Dessy Angelova, SEOlancer

Cec Busby - July 13, 2021
Dessy Angelova is an SEO specialist who loves nothing better than helping her clients succeed. If you’d love to see your business feature more...
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In the Spotlight: Kerri Bennett Yellow Door Digital

Cec Busby - June 7, 2021
Kerri Bennett is a self-described ‘digi-geek’. She loves helping Aussie small businesses get their wares online and is a pro at developing eCommerce strategies...
Tasman Tudor
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In the Spotlight: Tasman Tudor, Scale It Consulting

Cec Busby - June 2, 2021
Tasman Tudor is on a mission to end data creep. As the owner of Scale It Consulting, he helps small business owners unravel the...
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In the Spotlight: Sarah Walkerden, The Rural Copywriter

Flying Solo - January 21, 2021
Sarah Walkerden, The Rural Copywriter, is a digital marketing messaging and strategy ace. She helps rural and regional businesses win scores of adoring customers...
Melissa Gerke
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In the Spotlight: Melissa Gerke

Lisa Crocker - January 16, 2021
Melissa Gerke is an SEO copywriter who likes to write copy for websites that require technical jargon translated into readable content for their ideal...
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In the Spotlight: Sara Ramtoola, Sara Handmade Jewellery

Cec Busby - November 27, 2020
Sara Handmade Jewellery design and create stunning bespoke jewellery and heirloom pieces that can be passed down for generations. From custom handmade engagement rings...
Soloist stories

2 successful soloists share what it’s really like to start a small business

Flying Solo - October 16, 2020
Small business owners have always been a brave bunch. Sure you need a great business idea to get something off the ground but ...
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