Cutting the Red Tape Trap: The Preliminary Results are in
April delivered a one–two punch for Australian enterprise. First came the release of our non-partisan whitepaper. Then, fuelled by BNI Australia’s network, hundreds of owners filled our open survey in record time. The interim findings show founders freezing growth, shelving start-ups, and capping revenue to dodge regulation. Here is what the numbers mean, what comes next, and how every voter can keep candidates honest.
The IT Blindspot That’s Putting Your Business at Risk – And How to Fix It Before It’s Too Late
Your “I don’t do IT” attitude could be the ticking time bomb that destroys your business. Discover why ignoring cybersecurity is no longer an option—and the simple steps you must take today to protect your company’s future.
Cutting the Red Tape Trap: How Smarter Regulation Will Supercharge Australian Small Businesses
Australian small businesses are drowning in unnecessary bureaucracy. This article explores why cutting red tape isn’t just good policy – it’s essential for economic growth, political stability, and community vitality.
2025 Budget vs Coalition Predecessors – A Small Business Perspective
Australia’s 2025 Federal Budget arrives amid political intensity, with over two million small businesses closely observing its implications. This analysis rigorously evaluates Labor’s fiscal strategies against recent Coalition budgets, highlighting macroeconomic outcomes and practical impacts on small enterprises, sole traders, and average Australians.
Generative AI Revolution: The New Era for Australian Small Businesses
Generative AI is reshaping Australia’s small business landscape – tradies, manufacturers, health, education, hospitality, NFPs and aged care.
Revolutionise Your Small Business Marketing with Automation
Discover how small businesses in Australia can transform their marketing strategies using automation tools like Constant Contact. Streamline processes, save time, and stay ahead in a competitive economy.
The AI Evolution: A Game-Changer for Small Businesses
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries worldwide. Understanding and leveraging AI is crucial for Australian small businesses to remain competitive. This article explores AI’s challenges and opportunities, offering guidance on navigating this transformative landscape.
Small Business Survival in 2025: Navigating Australia’s Economic Crossroads
As Australia nears the 2025 Federal Election, small businesses face growing uncertainty. The Business Council of Australia (BCA) has identified five significant economic challenges that will shape the nation’s future. These challenges impact businesses of all sizes, but small enterprises often bear the brunt of economic shifts. While the BCA presents broad strategies, the question remains—are they enough to support small businesses, or are alternative approaches needed?
Navigating Fair Work Compliance Amidst Rising Penalties and New Regulations – February FWC roundup
Recent Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) enforcement actions highlight the urgent need for Australian small businesses to prioritise compliance. With substantial penalties being issued and new regulations taking effect, businesses must act proactively to avoid costly legal missteps.
Beyond Traditional Hiring: Unlocking Innovation Through Transferable Skills
In a competitive job market, businesses relying on traditional hiring models risk missing out on exceptional talent. Candidates with cross-industry experience bring fresh perspectives, challenge conventional thinking, and drive innovation. This article explores how transferable skills can unlock new opportunities and reshape leadership in today’s evolving workforce.
US Trade Isolation: A Crisis or a Catalyst for Better Business?
What would happen if the world turned its back on the US over aggressive tariffs? While short-term disruption is inevitable, history tells us that economies adapt, often for the better. This article explores how Australia and its small businesses could emerge stronger, discovering higher-quality, competitively priced alternatives while building more resilient supply chains.
Trump series (6): The final word
Governance is more than a balance sheet—nations must prioritise citizens over profit. Trump’s business-first approach to leadership tests the limits of economic pragmatism in a political world.