One of the key responsibilities of the modern CFO is to obtain appropriate funding for the business. While debt and equity have always been key sources of funding, one area that tends to be overlooked is government grants. Government grants, in particular the Research and
You pour your heart and soul into your business, but can others tell you’re the real deal? In a highly competitive market where customers are spoilt for choice, having a great product or service often isn’t enough to stand out – and it’s normal for
Winning a retail award is an invitation for people to connect with you and will create new opportunities for you and your business – however, the entry process might feel daunting at first. To help out, we have put together our tips for entry when entering the
Most private businesses and many family groups have an Australian trust somewhere in their legal structure. While the use of trusts has become common place, it is critical not to forget the basics of how trusts work. Trusts are a complex structure. The below comments
Business is like a shark – if it stops moving, it dies. The same goes with growth – if a business isn’t doing all it can to grow, it’s stagnating. Though interest rates are rising and inflation makes forward planning uncertain, financing your business growth
As a leader and/or manager, you are oftentimes conflicted between the best interests of the business, and your employees. You might be responsible for making tough decisions such as the business no longer affording to retain your full team, but you being well aware that
There are times when you’ll need to have a difficult conversation with suppliers, clients or your family. Here are some tips to help you through these situations. Nobody likes an awkward conversation. As tough as it may be, it’s hard to avoid difficult conversations when
Is maintaining health and fitness and success in your business linked in any way? How can focusing on your fitness help you with your business? Those questions and more will be answered in this article and by the time you’ve read the piece, you’ll fully
Acquisition, service, growth and retention are four important areas to focus on if you want to grow your customer base for increased profit and long-term growth. Many businesses only think of acquiring more customers, employing telemarketers and buying leads, when in fact these are only
While the end of financial year is fast approaching, there is still time for business owners to be proactive with their tax planning. This can help to maximise returns and reduce liabilities. As part of an effective tax planning strategy, you should consider the following
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