They’re brands you’ll see everywhere from Melbourne to New York to Hong Kong. But to grow internationally, they’ve had to solve a major money headache Aussie eCommerce businesses face every day. KeepCup is instantly recognisable for its reusable coffee cups and water bottles. July is known for its stylish, super-light luggage in airports, and now… Read more »
The definition of insanity is repeating the same thing over and over, expecting different results. In over 50 years as an entrepreneur and owner of multiple businesses, it is evident to me that many businesses around the world function from this insanity, writes Gary Douglas. Rather than choosing to do things ‘different’, (yes, I… Read more »
Most startups begin a business without much thought as to how they will end the business. They also tend to build a business around their technical skill – builders start construction companies, chefs open restaurants, accountants start an accountancy business. The trouble is, these technicians get so involved in ‘doing the work’ they forget… Read more »
The last few years have seen Australians face an onslaught of successive macro-level events, which have impacted so many facets of daily life. From the pandemic to the cost of living crisis, Australians are now prioritising health more while being more discriminating in how and where they spend their hard-earned dollars, writes Shaun Broughton, Managing… Read more »
There is pressure on businesses to constantly reinvent themselves, creating new products or services, but sometimes a ‘less is more’ approach can actually lead to success, explains David Fish, founder of No Two Fish. The problem starts when there is a feeling of not having enough of something; not enough products to sell, not… Read more »
With a crowded small business landscape and a strong competitive market, it’s hard to gain the attention of customers, let alone retain them. But the ultimate goal for any small business should be to build a strong base of loyal customers and repeat business, writes Elise Balsillie, Head of Thryv Australia. Sounds easy, doesn’t it?… Read more »
What does money mean to you? How many points of view do you have about wealth and abundance? asks Gary Douglas, bestselling author of Money Isn’t the Problem, You Are. Your points of view about money create your experience with money. For example, if you have decided that you have to work hard to make money, you… Read more »
With high-profile fans across Hollywood, Bollywood and K-Pop, Gold Coast clean beauty brand Skin O2 has experienced major growth since taking part in Trade & Investment Queensland’s Go Global Export Program. The story of Skin O2 plays like an Australian small business fairytale: Gold Coast husband and wife develop product, roll it out to medical… Read more »
Five times young rich-lister, Celebrity Apprentice advisor, founder of Superist – owner of 21 global agency businesses and growing, Nick Bell knows a thing or two about taking a business globally and he shares his top tips with KBB I first went global about ten years ago, having recognised the opportunity to take what I… Read more »
As business owners, when we start or purchase our business, it can be a nerve-wracking time. Diving into the unknown is normally an incredibly creative period where we invent, dream, ponder and give birth to new and wonderous products and services. All the while hoping there is someone out there who values our offering… Read more »
If you think it takes a big budget to provide your customers with a five-star experience, then business strategist Kobi Simmat author of How to Build a Business Others Want To Buy, has some low-cost, no-cost business strategies that will prove you wrong. I have worked as a business improvement consultant for over twenty years.… Read more »
When you’re a disruptor in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, every step towards innovation can feel like a leap into the unknown, explains Mez Jamali, founder of Wholesome Bowl Our journey to launch Wholesome Bowl has been marked by challenges, lessons, and unexpected rewards.So, I hope our experiences can light the way for future… Read more »
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