Why Australia’s start-up scene is getting social
Social enterprises are springing up from Melbourne to Mangalore. However, building a business with an altruistic aim can create some unique challenges. BY LEON GETTLER.
From tech newbie to industry advocate
Growing a tech start-up into a market leader is challenging, especially if you have a non-technical background. But through faith in her product, Maree Adshead succeeded. BY MICHELLE HAMMOND.
Five business rebrands that got lost in translation
Sydney start-up Wyngle has rebranded to avoid a negative reaction in the US. Alas, other rebrands haven't avoided confusing or upsetting consumers at home and abroad. BY OLIVER MILMAN.
Time to stop overlooking start-ups at handouts time
Start-ups are the future foundation of our national economy. So why do politicians completely ignore them when they look to help other businesses create wealth? BY MARC PESKETT.
Five top tips for handling negative media coverage
Has your start-up received a bad media write-up? If so, there are five things you must do to ensure a dire review or negative blog doesn't harm your business. BY MICHELLE HAMMOND.
Women in Business
In this discussion, Jane Lu from Show Pony Fashion and Samantha Cran from 1disease share their inspiring entrepreneurial experiences. BY ORSI PARKANYI.
Start-up Profiles
 Soul VirginsSoul Virgins is known for creating sophisticated non-alcoholic drinks with fruit concentrates and natural flavours. |
Start-up Idea
 Offline travel app puts little-known destinations on the mapAn app called Triposo describes itself as the perfect app for travelers, with in-depth destination guides for “not just Paris, but also Palembang, Porto and Pula”. |
News
Researchers at the University of Melbourne identified a formula to understand why some branded YouTube videos go viral, while others fail.
A range of entrepreneurial speakers are set to take to the stage at TEDxSydney 2012 this weekend, including Jeremy Heimans, co-founder and chief executive of social enterprise Purpose.com.
Facebook has acquired US-based mobile commerce start-up Karma for an undisclosed sum, after raising $US16 billion from its much-anticipated IPO, valuing the company at $US104 billion.
Facebook’s much-hyped float saw its shares gain just 0.97% to end at $US38.37, but the IPO looks set to be a boon for start-ups, as the company’s cashed-up founders and early investors look to sink funds into ventures such as Quora and Crowdmob.
The Australian dollar could be pushed lower than 90 US cents if Greece pulls out of the euro zone, a currency analyst has warned, as G8 leaders met in an attempt to resolve Europe’s financial woes.
Taskmaster
Most of your potential customers will never speak directly to the CEO of your ASX listed competitors. If you run a start-up, you can use this to your advantage.
Tech Tricks
Have you ever wanted to import a Google Calendar into Outlook? With this trick, you can.
Mentors
Franz Madlener
What tips do you have on staying motivated?
To give you a definitive answer, I’d need to write a book. That being said, there are a few key tips I can share.
Craig Yeung
Is there a template I should follow when it comes to drawing up non-disclosure agreements?
If you don’t do your homework, signing an NDA can end in disaster. Here are some critical points to look at.
Craig Hodges
How do I send direct messages on Twitter to my customers without spamming them?
The essential thing to remember is that social networks exist based on relationships of trust.
Philip Alexander
Are there any issues with having an interstate investor?
Cloud computing has made interstate business partnerships technologically possible. However, you need to be careful when managing the human side of your relationship.
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