by Bronwyn | Jul 7, 2021 | Blog, Business Ethics, Small Biz Big Biz Relationships
There are millions of amazing Small Business stories, so why can’t we hear them? I recently heard from some amazing business owners and was reminded that sometimes the greatest inspiration comes from the quietest people. If I ever had any doubt about the power of...
by Bronwyn | Jul 7, 2021 | Small Company Big Business
I recently presented to an audience of procurement professionals from large organisations on the topic of creating better relationships between Small and Large Business. I was the sole ‘Small Business’ person at the conference, so I had a chance to advocate on behalf...
by Bronwyn | Jul 7, 2021 | Blog, Business Systems, Case Studies, News, Small Biz Big Biz Relationships
Maybe I’ve just become attuned to this trend, but I am definitely noticing an increase in content on the topic of political and economic power in Australia, and who wields it. I’m not talking about electricity – although that is a controversial topic itself – but...
by Bronwyn | Jul 7, 2021 | Blog, Small Biz Big Biz Relationships, Small Biz Tips
In all my research and experience with Small Businesses trying to land contracts with big buyers, there is one problem that really stands out – getting noticed. One of the best ways to overcome this hurdle is to seek out partnerships and strategic alliances. By...
by Bronwyn | Jul 7, 2021 | Australian Small Business, Blog, Small Biz Big Biz Relationships, Small Biz Tips
BE YOUR OWN BOSS Starting your own sole-trader or small business is an exciting time. When you’ve got specific skills and services that people want to pay for, being your own boss can give you a lot of flexibility. Read on for a list of small...
by Bronwyn | Jul 7, 2021 | Blog, News, Small Biz Big Biz Relationships
I’m confident that, like me, many Smallville readers enjoy a glass of excellent Australian wine. Maybe two. Consequently, I’m also confident that our readers won’t be happy about yet another threat to our wine supply. But that’s exactly what is happening, and...
by Bronwyn | Jul 7, 2021 | Blog, Business Ethics, Small Biz Big Biz Relationships, Small Biz Tips
We need to get smarter about managing perceptions because living in a regional area does not automatically strip someone of all education, innovation and ability. Sometimes, when I venture out of regional Queensland and head South, I feel as though I have dropped in...
by Bronwyn | Jul 7, 2021 | Blog, Business Systems, News, Small Biz Big Biz Relationships, Small Biz Tips
The last week of August was a very busy one for me, apart from my normal schedule, I got to appear before not one, but two Parliamentary Inquiries. A Parliamentary Inquiry is used when our Government wants to investigate a particular issue by canvassing submissions...
by Bronwyn | Jul 6, 2021 | Blog, Business Ethics, Business Systems, Small Biz Big Biz Relationships, Small Biz Tips
In case you haven’t heard, Australia is going to have a Federal election this year. That means we will be subject to all manner of prognostications and promises from the political parties as they try to win our favour – and our vote. In order to gain a short term...
by Bronwyn | Jul 6, 2021 | Blog, News, Risk Management
Be careful of “The Adani Boom” hype: Hotspotting’s Terry Ryder EXPERT OBSERVER State Government approvals which appear to green light the Adani coal project represent a clear and present danger for property investors with poor research and short memories. I was...
