Best of Digital Collaboration Tools By Josh Alston Remote working is here to stay and it is important that businesses establish the right systems and platforms for workers to be able to divide their time between home, the office and other remote locations. While flexible work and work from home arrangements existed before Covid, there […]

Cash flow woes? 5 ways restructuring your loans could make all the difference By Sophia Auld If your small- to medium-sized business (SMB) is experiencing cash flow trials, you’re not alone. In fact, a recent Xero report found whilst stabilising, Australian SMBs are regularly being paid late. Furthermore, businesses who wait longer for payment grow

The Complete Guide to Buying a Business in Australia Buying an existing business is a great option for people looking to break into an industry and for ambitious business owners looking to expand their operations. Research from Industrial and Corporate Change reveals that business takeovers are more likely to survive and are generally more successful

How to Create a Cash Flow Forecast Cash flow is one of the most critical factors in the success of any business. Forecasting your cash flow enables you to take steps to ensure you have enough liquidity to capitalise on opportunities and grow your business. Key Cash Flow Statistics: 63% of Australian small businesses experienced

How Asset Finance Can Save You Money By Richard Holdcroft Paying cash for the equipment your business needs instead of taking on debt may sound like a good idea, but are you hobbling your business’s growth? Cash has always been the simplest way to buy assets such as tools, machinery or vehicles, and there’s no

Small business fast track insolvency By Zilla Efrat In what it calls the most significant reforms to Australia’s insolvency framework in 30 years, the Federal government has introduced a simplified liquidation process for incorporated small businesses with liabilities of less than $1 million. The changes make permanent what were previously temporary regulatory measures, first announced

Small Business – Issues to watch out for as budget night approaches The government has remained tight-lipped ahead of the federal budget for 2022-23, to be held on Tuesday 29 March. Given that it is an election year, observers suggest any measures proposed will form a key part of the government’s election platform. So, what

The Advantages of Debt over Equity Finance By Richard Holdcroft Does your business need to raise funds? Whether you’re looking to take advantage of new opportunities or meet existing commitments, there’s a wide range of options available to suit every stage of your business journey. The two main sources of finance for businesses are debt

5 good reasons to use a Small Business Consultant By Josh Alston If you’re a small business owner, you know how difficult it can be to stay on top of everything. You have to deal with the day-to-day operations of your company while also trying to grow and expand. It can feel like there are

What are the tools and software that will become essential for small businesses to manage a remote workforce? By Josh Alston A new breed of startups and small businesses are managing a remote workforce in 2021. At the same time, existing SMEs are adapting to a new world where they are hiring freelancers, contractors and