Small Business

Online niche product owners thrive

Lisa Cornish AUSTRALIA'S craftiest small business owners are bucking the trend of high business failure rates by starting online with a niche product.

New powers Bosses fear new bully dob-in laws

Natasha Bita National Social Editor BOSSES fear staff blackmail over new powers imposed by the former Labor government for workers to dob in an office bully.

Worklife The words that are killing your career

STAFF WRITERS STILL waiting for that elusive promotion? You might be doing things all wrong. Here are the 10 buzzwords that could be killing your career.

Work The secrets of successful people

VICTORIA CRAW GLAMOROUS lives and high flying jobs make them the envy of millions. But behind the scenes it can be a different story. Here is the other, dark side of success.

US Fear, misery and the shock decay of a superpower

VICTORIA CRAW IT'S the land of opportunity where anyone willing to work hard can make their dreams come true. But inside an increasingly destitute America, a war is being waged between the new class of poor and the wealthy.

Overseas purchases to be hit Why online shopping is about to get pricey

MALCOLM FARR National Political Editor BETTER get all your online shopping out of the way soon. If the government has its way, it might be about to get rather expensive.

Secrets Mystery of the shadowy Bitcoin master

DANIEL PIOTROWSKI WE ONLY know one thing about the founder of this shadowy billion-dollar enterprise - his name. It just gets more mysterious from there.

Your business Sweeten christmas sales with discounts

Claire Heaney When it comes to luring shoppers this Christmas, there are a few sure fire ways to get it right. Here are tips from the experts on how to have a bumper season.

Bureaucracy One less headache for small business

MALCOLM FARR National political editor GOOD news for small business - the Government's going to give you a big helping hand.

Survey Poor manners, typos costing business

BUSINESS leaders say typos in emails and failure to return phone calls can be major factors when awarding contracts.

Art of investing Three tips to keep your startup alive

By Lisa Mayoh SO you've got a great idea and want to be the next Sergey Brin – but what’s involved and where the hell do you start? Here are the essential tips to save your start-up from crashing.

Retail Why it's time to support small business

Sophie Elsworth AUSTRALIANS are being encouraged to throw their support behind small businesses by spending up big at their stores. Find out how it can benefit you.

Contracts Sink your teeth into government pitch

Claire Heaney Don't be daunted by the prospect of punching above your weight and tapping into some big government contracts.

Banking St George to offer free office space

MALCOLM FARR, National Political Editor ST GEORGE are putting their money behind a boom in small business and are offering up free office space to support the idea.

Wow. This T-shirt will make your jaw drop

DANIEL PIOTROWSKI and MATT YOUNG GRAPHIC IMAGE: There's Not Safe For Work and then there's this. American Apparel are famous for the 'sexploitation' of their ads but this T-shirt is way out there.

Television No bangers: Are these TV ads really offensive?

DANIEL PIOTROWSKI THESE are some of the complaints that have tied up Australia's advertising watchdog in the past year. Some are more than a little ridiculous.

Career 17 things you should never say to your boss

DAVE KERPEN, CEO Likeable Local AS MUCH as you might want to, there are certain things you should never, ever say to your boss. If you want to keep your job, that is. Here are the top 17.

Small business New privacy rules protect entrepreneurs

MALCOLM FARR National Political Editor THE privacy of thousand of small business operators who work from home is now being protected under new rules demanded by the Coalition.

Worklife Foods that should be banned from the office

Staff Writers WE asked. You answered. Here are the top foods our readers want to never, ever see again in the office. Too bad if it's what you have for lunch.

Career Nail the worst interview question

VICTORIA CRAW, Business Editor THERE'S one question in a job interview that makes everyone squirm. Here's how to nail it without sounding like an idiot.

Career Horoscopes essential reading for CEOs

MARIANNE POWER FORGET sales forecasts and revenue reports, CEOs of multi-million dollar companies from all over the world are choosing to act based on the stars. Really.

Your business Franchise concepts whip up interest

Nhada Larkin FROZEN yoghurt, ice-cream, Mexican fast food and pop-up retailing are the latest franchise innovations. But it pays to do your homework.

Business Social media a perfect fit for business

Thessy Kouzoukas and Yiota Karalouka from Sabo Skirt.

Sophie Elsworth SMALL business owners are hitting the centre stage nationally and globally by tweeting, facebooking, instagraming or youtubing their way to success.

Your Business Head in the sand fuels regret

Anthony Keane STRUGGLING business owners need to spot the warning signs early if they want to prevent their business from sliding into insolvency.

Business Small is large for big four banks

Nhada Larkin SMALL business is a key industry sector for the big four banks and business owners can use this to their advantage.

Business Manage your reputation online

Nhada Larkin USING social media well can be crucial to the success of a small business. Here's how to do it well and not get bogged down by bad reviews.

Moonlighting How to turn your idea into reality

David & Libby Koch BREAKING out as your own boss is an Aussie tradition worth preserving. Here's how to turn your bright idea into a business.

Companies Are staff blowing your business secrets?

Claire Heaney DOES the word "confidential" make your ears prick up? If so, you're not alone. There are plenty of ways well-meaning staff could be blowing your business secrets.

Money Making transaction fees count

Anthony Keane FEES charged on business transaction accounts are falling, but there is still plenty business owners can do to cut their banking costs.

Your Business Counting on business outsourcing

Nhada Larkin OUTSOURCING can be a cost-effective way for small businesses to grow and prosper, but it is vital that operators are aware of the potential pitfalls.