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Is your small business suffering staff shortages? Here’s what to do

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The last two years have been anything but certain for Australian businesses. Since the beginning of the pandemic, few have been able to escape the devastating impacts of lengthy lockdowns, ever-changing restrictions, supply chain disruptions and staff shortages. The summer seemed to hold promise for many businesses, particularly in the hospitality and retail sectors who …

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How to market your business in 2022: five branding tips

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“Being a brand in 2022 means having an opinion about more than your product.” — Erika Geraerts, Owner, Fluff In case you missed it, we recently spoke with the founder of Fluff, Erika Geraerts about building a conscious brand, her day-to-day hustle and future plans for Fluff. You can read the full conversation here. Fluff has …

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Hospitality owners and entrepreneurs lagging significantly behind online activity

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According to research by SavvySME, business owners and entrepreneurs in the hospitality industry lagged significantly behind those in other industries when it came to online activity. The SavvySME Industry Report 2022 analyzed how active each industry was on the business community marketplace in the past 12 months. Based on the study, retailers were the most …

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Omicron set to peak soon but adds inflation risk

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The pandemic continues to impact the outlook with Omicron sweeping across the world. Research suggests Omicron is milder than Delta, vaccines still provide a high degree of protection against severe illness, but high transmission is testing hospital capacity and supply chains. The ‘upside’ is Omicron is likely to peak soon. Omicron will clearly slow Q1 …

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Australia launches Visitor Economy Strategy 2030; forward thinking to benefit tourism SMEs

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The Reimagining the Visitor Economy report identified the need for destinations to diversify their products and experiences. Doing so will help attract more visitors from Australia and overseas. This recommendation has been incorporated into the draft visitor economy strategy, THRIVE 2030. Adelaide Oval, the National Zoo and Aquarium, and the Three Capes Lodge Walk show how …

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High global food prices present opportunities for Australian agriculture exporters

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Global food prices have risen to their highest level since June 2011. Price rises are being driven by poor growing conditions in some production regions. Steep increases in logistics and fertiliser costs worldwide are also leading to higher prices. Trade implications Favourable seasonal conditions have returned to much of Australia in 2020–21. This means Australian …

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5 Surprising ways business ownership differs from employment

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If you have never ventured into the world of business ownership before, you may be wondering how different it will be from being employed by someone else. We put together some details on how owning your own business can be a different experience from being someone else’s employee. Flexibility No matter how adaptable your employer …

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Funding extended for free small business mental health services in 2022

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The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson has welcomed the Australian Government’s commitment to renew funding for a critical mental health program tailored to small business owners. Acting Minister for Small and Family Business Anne Ruston announced today that an additional $4.6 million in funding will ensure Beyond Blue’s New Access for …

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Everyone’s a critic; why customers should refrain from negative reviewing short-staffed SMEs

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The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Bruce Billson is urging people to refrain from posting negative online reviews, as short-staffed small businesses struggle to stay open. Mr Billson says many small businesses are working hard to keep their doors open and their employees and customers safe, as we learn to live with Covid. …

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Rent relief extended for small business owners

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Small business owners can now seek rent relief until 13 March 2022. Small businesses affected by COVID-19 will be able to seek rent relief until 13 March 2022. The Retail and Other Commercial Leases (COVID-19) Regulation 2022 rent relief provisions will continue for eligible businesses with a turnover of less than $5 million. The regulations …

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MARKETING

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Low open rate? Follow these 5 email marketing tips
Low open rate? Follow these 5 email marketing tips
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ECONOMY

Omicron set to peak soon...
Australia’s financial wellbeing vs. the world
Australia’s financial wellbeing vs. the world
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Consumer holiday shopping sentiment reaching a 11-year high
Consumer holiday shopping sentiment reaching a 11-year high
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Economy and activity snapping back, says NAB
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