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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.
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.
The Australian economy under Abbott
2:24PM | Tuesday, 5 February 2013 | Bernard Keane and Glenn DyerWith a federal election coming up, it's time to take a look at what an Abbott-led government would mean for the economy and your business. BY BERNARD KEANE and GLENN DYER
Anything’s Pozible for musician Clare Bowditch following funding success
2:31PM | Monday, 4 February 2013 | Michelle HammondAustralian musician Clare Bowditch will accelerate the development of her side project Big Hearted Business after smashing her $26,450 target on local crowdfunding platform Pozible.
Labor appoints fourth small business minister in two years
2:25PM | Monday, 4 February 2013 | Michelle HammondThe small business sector has been handed its fourth minister in two years, with former immigration minister Chris Bowen assuming the role as part of an unexpected cabinet reshuffle.
Forbes’ Australian rich list pits innovators with miners
2:23PM | Friday, 1 February 2013 | Michelle HammondForbes Asia’s annual list of the richest Australians is littered with mining magnates, including Gina Rinehart in the top spot, but it also features a strong contingent of entrepreneurs who have made their fortunes in other fields.
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.
How do I work out what my best business concept is?
2:52PM | Friday, 1 February 2013 | Brad CallaughanThere is no substitute for doing your homework before you decide to pursue a business opportunity.
Business groups fear policy paralysis following election announcement
1:43PM | Thursday, 31 January 2013 | Michelle HammondYesterday’s announcement of the 2013 federal election date garnered a largely positive response from business groups, but there are now concerns about “policy paralysis” within government.
Australia up three spots in global innovation – but expert says we can do better
1:23PM | Thursday, 31 January 2013 | Michelle HammondA new report shows Australia has improved its global ranking in the innovation stakes, moving from 16th spot to 13th spot, although access to venture capital and public funding remains a problem for start-ups.
Retail Food Group sees 120% post-Christmas spike in franchise enquiries
1:19PM | Thursday, 31 January 2013 | Michelle HammondRetail Food Group says it received more than double the number of enquiries this January compared to January 2012, as enquiries throughout franchising experience an upward trend.
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.
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.
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.
Election announcement welcomed by business as focus turns to policy
1:40PM | Wednesday, 30 January 2013 | Michelle HammondPrime Minister Julia Gillard’s surprise announcement about this year’s federal election has been welcomed by the business community for giving “certainty” to small firms.
Seven key challenges set to hit SMEs in 2013
1:42PM | Wednesday, 30 January 2013 | Greg HayesIt is easier to overcome business challenges if you prepare for them ahead of time. Here are seven challenges you should start planning for in 2013. BY GREG HAYES.
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.
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.
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.
