International Women’s Day (IWD) is a critical reminder of our collective journey towards gender equality and the importance of advocating for women’s rights and representation. This day holds a special place in my heart, as it resonates with my own journey of resilience and empowerment, writes Hacia Atherton, founder of Empowered Women in Trades. In… Read more »
Over the past few decades, women have made massive strides in financial independence. More women are starting their own businesses. More women are managing the fine balance of working and caring responsibilities. Women are making their mark in industries typically dominated by men. One of those industries is trading. Women are challenging entrenched norms… Read more »
What if the biggest problem with “greenwashing” isn’t just that it exists, but that it has led to a new problem that could be even more harmful to the climate crisis? Tom Ferrier from Greener for Business explains. Greenwash, like a COVID virus, has somehow morphed into a whole new variant that is breeding… Read more »
In the heart of the vast region straddling the Queensland and New South Wales border lies the rural town of Goondiwindi. Amongst the vast expanses of fields and the resilient, hardworking community, Anna and Darren Dillon have forged not just one but two remarkable businesses Dillons Mechanical and PT Blueboys. Both businesses have become… Read more »
Amidst Australia’s thiving culinary landscape, nestled in Melbourne’s South East, is Kez’s Kitchen’s sweet homegrown success story. Kez’s Kitchen is a family business that has not only stood the test of time but has thrived in an industry dominated by giants. At the helm of this inspirational enterprise are Michael Carp and his sister… Read more »
Each entrepreneur’s journey in business is filled with the highs and lows of the triumphs, trials, and transformative lessons that go with going out on your own. Alexander Bitterman, founder of Sydney-based architecture firm B. Architects, has been building his business with the same boldness and creativity that he taps into when working with homeowners… Read more »
We live in a world slowly embracing difference. Changes to equal opportunity legislation and diversity and inclusion policies within organisations are about creating a fair and equitable playing field for those who often felt unheard and unrepresented. While we have come a long way, many gaps still need to change to truly say everyone… Read more »
It’s no secret times are tough. Every day, there are stories of businesses going bust amid the ripple effects of thirteen consecutive rate rises and inflation. While this rollercoaster ride shows no signs of abating in the next 12 months, is there a light at the end of the tunnel for the 1.5 million… Read more »
After years of working to help promote other entrepreneurs and their startups, PR expert Nancy McDonald has taken the leap and launched her own homewares brand, La Casa. Inspired by her love for interiors and entertaining, Nancy saw a gap in the market for glamorous, affordable homewares. She wanted to create a collection that… Read more »
While it might be tempting to cut corners where you can to save some coin, keeping up with changing customer expectations can make a major difference to your bottom line. Rolling out the red carpet for your customers doesn’t always need to break the bank with a complete overhaul. A little can go a long… Read more »
From a ban on pay secrecy clauses, meaning employees can disclose salaries to one another, to new rights for certain workers to request flexible working arrangements, there’s a raft of new workplace reforms all Australian employers need to be prepared for. In December 2022, The Australian Government’s Fair Work Act reforms came into effect under… Read more »
From the high school dropout who started her first business at 12 and now runs a $25 million empire, to the surfer whose ‘sea bins’ have captured more than 100 tonnes of microplastics in Sydney Harbour in just two years, these entrepreneur podcast interviews will open your minds for 2023. If you’re looking for the… Read more »
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