When I started my own small business five years ago, with no experience in shoes, retail or business, I bought every business book that I could get my hands on and still do the same today. I have always sought knowledge through books. They help me grow and get out of my comfort zone and… Read more »
We are highlighting 11 fantastic small businesses who have the perfect gifts for both you and your loved ones. If you want the chance for your small business featured on Kochie’s Business Builders please let us know by commenting below. The Hamper Emporium, Sydney The Hamper Emporium founder Emily came up with the idea of an… Read more »
We are celebrating hardworking mums in small business. We know how tricky it can be juggling being a good parent while also giving as much as you want towards your small business. Here’s also to all the hardworking single mothers, our male and female partners, family members, colleagues and friends who back us up when… Read more »
We investigate and ask … are the more than 414,000 small businesses in Queensland getting more internal support than other states? Here’s a quick look at how far small businesses have come in the Sunshine State. Small business is considered the backbone of the Australian economy and contribute heavily to the regional development with more… Read more »
No one knows the value of good staff more than Lucy Cook and Phil Mazey, founders of Queensland’s Amaze Early Education Centre. When they lost all of their staff (twice in quick succession), they realised something had to change. This small business began with one centre in 2008 and has now expanded to eight centres… Read more »
They say if you do what you love and you will never work a day in your life. For some of us, that’s easier said than done but for Prezzee founders, Matt Hoggett and Claire Morris, it has been a phrase that has rung true. The Sydney based duo work in the gifting industry and… Read more »
The Federal Budget 2017-2018 is looming and will be revealed 7.30pm (AEST) on Tuesday 9 May 2017. In the meantime, many small business owners are left wondering what the outcome will mean for them? According to new research from MYOB, almost half of Australian small businesses aren’t confident the Budget will work in their favour. Small business owners were… Read more »
Running a small business can be challenging yet rewarding! Anyone who has survived 10 years in small business deserves our respect and congratulations. Kochie’s Business Builders are celebrating our 11th anniversary this year along with thousands of other Australian small businesses. Read on to find out how these 14 fantastic small enterprises have lasted 10 years or more in… Read more »
Kochie’s Business Builders is celebrating its 10th anniversary but we aren’t the only ones. Thousands of other Australian small businesses have also been around for more than a decade. We know how much hard work it takes to keep a small business going so we salute you. Sackett & Weir Accountants Sackett & Weir is… Read more »
Are you running a sustainable small business? We have chosen ten great sustainable businesses from around Australia to help mark Earth Day this Saturday 22nd April. There is lots you can do to help do your bit to make your corner of the small business world a better place. If you would like the chance for your… Read more »
Ten years ago, Monique Milenkovic was working as a HR Manager and never dreamed she would be running a budding cupcake empire. With the likes of Fifi Box, Danni Minogue and Chrissy Swan obsessed with her cupcakes, Monique went on to found one of Melbourne’s top destinations for cupcakes. Monique started The Cupcake Queens in… Read more »
Founder of The Healthy Chef, Teresa Cutter, went from being a fitness expert to running a successful small business. Teresa now spends her time formulating healthy new recipes, tasting new products and conducting cooking masterclasses. She is hard at work creating her very own small business empire. Her aim? To get as many of us as… Read more »
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