Business Planning Q&A

Is there an Alibaba equivalent within Australia US or Europe?

Hi guys, I'm trying to start up my own accessories range and I want to do my due diligence and leave no stone unturned before settling for a Chinese warehouse from Alibaba. (I've been told it could...

How much notice do I need to give when dismissing an employee?

I thought it was 4 weeks notice? Same as if an employee were to resign after the intial probation period? I read in the Fair Work handbook otherwise. It says that if an employee has been with the...

How much tax will I have to pay for a side business?

I am a full time employee and want to start a small business on the side.  If I go ahead and register a small business as a Sole trader with an ABN, I understand that I need to update my details and...

Any Lean Startup That Successfully Grew Into A Lean Company?

Scaling an organization is hard enough on its own but how about scaling the culture and values of a lean startup into a larger business? Do you know someone who has successfully scaled up from a...

Are Live Marketing And Industry Events Still Relevant Today?

I am interested to hear what people think about the relevance of face-to-face meetings, events, networking, seminars and expos in today's digitised world. Why run a seminar (with venue hire etc) when...

How does a small business get started with VR Marketing?

How much does Google AdWords cost?

For businesses trying it for the first time, how much does Google AdWords cost? How do you calculate it and how much should you allocate for it? 

How much does website design cost for a small business?

How much does a small business website design cost these days? What are some factors that I have to consider? Is it worth it to hire a developer/ agency or just go DIY?

How can We Find Affordable WordPress Development company?

Why PSD to WordPress is an apt choice for your website?

How much does accounting services cost in Sydney?

For businesses in Sydney, how much did you spend for your accounting services? Do accountants charge per hour or per task?