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MYOB boss Tim Reed joins start-up Healthshare following capital raising
2:57PM | Wednesday, 6 February 2013 | Michelle HammondMYOB chief Tim Reed has joined the board of digital health platform Healthshare, which has announced the successful closing of its capital raising, although the amount is undisclosed.
The Australian economy under a re-elected Gillard government
2:37PM | Wednesday, 6 February 2013 | Bernard Keane and Glenn DyerWhile they’re behind in the polls, it’s worth taking a look at what another term of Julia Gillard and Labor would mean for the economy and your business. BY BERNARD KEANE and GLENN DYER.
Thinking of launching an online retailer? Meet Gerry Harvey
2:23PM | Wednesday, 6 February 2013 | TaskmasterLast night, while using a nearby “leisure computer”, the Taskmaster managed to catch an interview with Gerry Harvey. The same interview holds a hidden lesson for anyone thinking of launching an online retailer.
Gerry Harvey says he will dominate online retail: Five gems from his latest interview
2:56PM | Wednesday, 6 February 2013 | Patrick StaffordLast night, Gerry Harvey gave an interview on the future of online retail – here are five of his most interesting comments.
Beaumont Tiles sweeps up fellow family business Majer Tiles
2:40PM | Tuesday, 5 February 2013 | Michelle HammondNationwide tile retailer Beaumont Tiles appears to be on a spending spree, after making its third major acquisition, purchasing Queensland-based business Majer Tiles for an undisclosed sum.
Super Bowl 2013: The marketing trends, and five early ads
2:35PM | Monday, 4 February 2013 | Patrick StaffordWith the San Francisco 49ers facing the Baltimore Ravens in Super Bowl XLVII, it’s time to examine the major advertising trends to emerge this year.
The break-up: What happens when franchises go wrong
2:12PM | Monday, 4 February 2013 | Leon GettlerA good franchise has a lot in common with a good marriage. In both cases, however, things can get messy if it ends in divorce. BY LEON GETTLER.
To whom it may concern: A letter to the small business minister
2:59PM | Monday, 4 February 2013 | TaskmasterLast week, the Taskmaster suggested it was time to write to a few pollies ahead of the next election. However, after four small business ministers in just 14 months, it’s easier said than done.
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.
HMV staff hijack Twitter feed, live-tweet mass layoffs
2:30PM | Friday, 1 February 2013 | Patrick StaffordA disgruntled employee of collapsed music retail chain HMV hijacked the company's Twitter account and started live-tweeting about mass lay-offs.
Why eBay liked the look of a Melbourne start-up
2:24PM | Friday, 1 February 2013 | Michelle HammondExpectations are high for Melbourne start-up and eBay preferred shipping supplier Ship2Anywhere, which won two titles at the 2012 StartupSmart Awards. BY MICHELLE HAMMOND.
Record numbers of businesses are for sale
1:10PM | Thursday, 31 January 2013 | Yolanda RedrupTwo separate reports are saying small business is in for a hard slog in 2013.
The one (election) day in September we want to remember
1:39PM | Thursday, 31 January 2013 | TaskmasterThe 2013 federal election has been called for September 14. Old Taskmaster says it’s time for a little less conversation and a little more action.
Aussie start-up seeks third co-founder for Startupbootcamp Amsterdam
1:48PM | Wednesday, 30 January 2013 | Michelle HammondAustralian start-up 7write.com is scrambling to find a third co-founder after being selected as a finalist for Startupbootcamp Amsterdam, which has a preference for teams with three founders.
Melbourne entrepreneur offers $2,000 bounty in hunt for co-founder
1:51PM | Tuesday, 29 January 2013 | Michelle HammondA Melbourne-based entrepreneur has taken an unusual approach in his search for tech co-founders, offering a $2,000 bounty to anyone whose recommendation is eventually hired.
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 efficiency start-up BuildingIQ scoops $9 million in funding
1:22AM | Tuesday, 29 January 2013 | Oliver MilmanEnergy efficiency start-up BuildingIQ has secured $9 million in venture funding, just 18 months after snagging $1.2 million in backing from Commercialisation Australia.
Shoes of Prey joins David Jones to launch in-store sales booths
1:40PM | Friday, 25 January 2013 | Patrick StaffordShoes of Prey has taken a step towards the bricks-and-mortar world, teaming up with department store giant David Jones.
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 law of the jungle: The dinosaurs of retail and media
1:19PM | Friday, 25 January 2013 | TaskmasterCan the business models of the old media and retail giants be salvaged? Old Taskmaster visited the dinosaur exhibit at a local museum to find out.
