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Make a pledge on a crowdfunding site
2:38PM | Thursday, 14 February 2013 | TaskmasterAre you uncertain about the concept of crowdfunding? It might be worthwhile to test the waters before diving in head first.
Spend money to make money
2:43PM | Monday, 11 February 2013 | TaskmasterNapoleon Perdis has suggested Australian department stores could reverse their fortunes by investing in staff. It’s a suggestion with implications far beyond the retail sector.
Reckon looking to take on Xero by joining cloud accountancy battle
2:09PM | Friday, 8 February 2013 | Warwick GoodmanReckon is aiming to shake up the Australian accounting software market when it launches its first cloud-based product Reckon One in the next quarter.
Secret Recipe collapses after investors spent $7 million in start-up costs
2:52PM | Friday, 8 February 2013 | Cara WatersAn ambitious food franchise chain has come unstuck after start-up costs doused its flames.
Three tests to see whether your start-up is investment ready
2:19PM | Wednesday, 6 February 2013 | Marc PeskettIs your business ready for outside investment? Here are the three key benchmarks you need to look at before you start seeking finance. BY MARC PESKETT.
Online sales growth takes seasonal December slip
2:54PM | Tuesday, 5 February 2013 | Warwick GoodmanOnline retail growth took a dip in December compared to the previous month, according to new figures, but an economist has played down concerns that eCommerce spending is on the slide.
RBA leaves cash rate unchanged – but for how long?
2:51PM | Tuesday, 5 February 2013 | Michelle HammondThe Reserve Bank board has left the cash rate on hold at 3%, despite admitting that the labour market is softening and unemployment is edging higher.
Do some worst-case scenario planning
1:00AM | Friday, 20 January 2012 | TaskmasterThe economy remains tough at the moment. However, some smart scenario planning can ensure that you react to changes in a fast, considered way.
Small business set to benefit from revised Code of Banking Practice
2:09PM | Friday, 1 February 2013 | Michelle HammondBanks will need to give at least 10 days’ notice before making any materially adverse changes to small business customers’ terms and conditions, as part of the revised Code of Banking Practice.
The Iconic’s India outsourcing sparks sale speculation
2:00PM | Friday, 1 February 2013 | Michelle HammondCashed-up online fashion retailer The Iconic has come under fire after it was revealed the company has been outsourcing jobs to India, with a retail expert suggesting the start-up is preparing to sell.
Consumer credit demand up 4.1% but debt expectations at three-year low
1:59PM | Wednesday, 30 January 2013 | Michelle HammondConsumer credit demand rose by 4.1% over the past year, according to new data from Veda, but a Dun & Bradstreet report shows expectations for household debt are at a three-year low.
Former Rich Lister Eddy Groves declared bankrupt
1:30PM | Wednesday, 30 January 2013 | Cara WatersFast Eddy was nowhere to be seen when an Adelaide court delivered its ruling in bankruptcy proceedings brought by the Commonwealth Bank against the former Rich Lister.
Flood insurance claims set to hit $50 million
1:38PM | Tuesday, 29 January 2013 | Michelle HammondThe total claimed losses from the floods affecting Queensland and NSW are likely to hit $50 million this week, according to the Insurance Council of Australia.
Independent eftpos provider Tyro surpasses $3.5 billion in transactions
1:09PM | Tuesday, 29 January 2013 | Michelle HammondIndependent eftpos provider Tyro Payments has vowed to step up its fight against the big banks, after revealing it surpassed $3.5 billion in credit and debit card transactions in 2012.
Energy costs up 14.5% for start-ups after carbon tax: Report
1:54PM | Tuesday, 29 January 2013 | Yolanda RedrupEnergy costs for businesses have risen on average by 14.5% since the introduction of the carbon tax, according to new figures from the Australian Industry Group.
Andrew Bogut hopes new start-up venture is a slam dunk
1:47PM | Friday, 25 January 2013 | Oliver MilmanAndrew Bogut, Australia’s premier basketballer, has launched a new venture that aims to help Australian start-ups gain contacts and funding opportunities in Silicon Valley.
Combet warns the high Aussie dollar is "here to stay": Five ways to adapt
1:25PM | Friday, 25 January 2013 | Cara WatersGreg Combet says struggling manufacturers should just get used to a high Aussie dollar and change their game plans to suit.
The harsh reality of raising $2.5 million
1:08PM | Friday, 25 January 2013 | Michelle HammondWith the 2013 StartupSmart Awards coming up, we’re taking a look back at last year’s winners. In our first profile, StartupSmart speaks to augmented reality pioneers Explore Engage. BY MICHELLE HAMMOND.
Super-hyper-mega-ultra-synergy Industries? Time to cut the buzzwords
1:28PM | Thursday, 24 January 2013 | TaskmasterCan “synergies” and “solutions” really generate sales or win funding for your business? The Taskmaster certainly doesn’t think so.
Christmas fizzer for small businesses following December sales slump
1:52PM | Wednesday, 23 January 2013 | Michelle HammondEconomy-wide spending fell almost 2% in December, according to the latest Commonwealth Bank Business Sales Indicator, despite small businesses’ hopes for a buoyant Christmas shopping season.
