I was tired of the usual negative stories about glass ceilings holding women back when International Women’s Day came around this year. I decided to conduct a survey to find out what women really think are the barriers holding... read more
When Pat Rafter was a 10-year-old tennis hopeful in Brisbane, he saw the names Rod Laver, John Newcombe and other tennis greats on a plaque at the courts where he played. He decided that one day his name would... read more
I remember the feeling of sheer elation and expectation I felt in the elevator down from the Department of Fair Trading where we had just registered our new business name. How my business partner and I felt like two... read more
As professional businesswomen we often loathe to admit that we are just not coping as well as we would like. However, saying: “Yes, I need help” can sometimes be difficult. Everyone sees you as a very strong, capable, reliable,... read more
Save time and money By Karen Scott Grocery shopping is one of those little chores that we all have to do. What if someone else could do it for you while also saving you time and money? There has... read more
How often have you bought a product or service and felt inherently dissatisfied – as if something has really let you down? Sometimes this kind of feeling is almost indescribable. Often you feel disappointed, as if you have been... read more
In the great scheme of all things creative and expensive, advertising agencies sit at the top of the food chain, corner print shops (CPSs) at the bottom, and design studios in the middle. Typically, an ad agency offers services... read more
In the fiercely competitive business world, no one needs to remind you that your customers are your greatest assets. As a business owner you are aware of it, but what about your staff? Whatever product or service your business... read more
Have you ever thought of using the Internet to sell your products or services? Many small businesses are using websites on the internet to promote their wares to potential customers all over the world. Not only do you get... read more
Running a small business often means finding ways to cut costs, minimise administration time and create procedures that allow your business to run smoothly so that you can focus on generating business and servicing your clients! Mind Your Own... read more
What would it be worth to you if you could close one door and open another at your new premises without having to do all the work in between? I was speaking with a friend the other day about... read more
Two years ago I decided to write a book called Where’s the Loot? about how people made millions during the high tech and Internet boom. I spoke to those who did well – like Sean Howard, who made $120... read more
