You've got killer ideas, fire in your belly and you're prepared to put in the hard yards – the first months of a new business venture are often highly exciting and productive. But a slip up now could cost you not only your capital but also your confidence, your reputation and your business.
Sadly, Australian business failure rates are at a six year high, with more than 250,000 businesses deregistered from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission last financial year, most of them (87%) small businesses.
Starting a small business can be very rewarding but it is also very challenging. So, here we're taking a look at five common mistakes that new businesses make and how you can avoid them.
Every customer’s a good customer, right? Wrong. There are some customers you should avoid at all costs.
It can be hard – particularly when you're starting out or when business is slow – to turn away a customer. But there are some customers that put your time, money – and a whole lot more – at risk. Here are five warning signs to watch out for, in initial business dealings.
Hailstorms can cause severe and widespread damage in a matter of minutes and can be especially destructive for motorists.
Hailstorms are common in Australia and can occur at any time of year, although the traditional storm season runs from September to April. Motorists and car owners therefore need to be prepared to deal with the challenges of a storm at any time.
