If you have a Facebook page for your business and are ready to take the next step and start advertising, this session is for you.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.Learn more about the range of advertising options available on Facebook and how to create ads that convert for your business.Are you ready to take the next step on social media and start advertising on Facebook? This session…

Learn how to run your business anywhere with apps for Google tools.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.Discover how using Google tools can help get your business up and running fast, and simplify day to day work, while keeping your running costs low. Learn how Google Docs and Sheets can be used for real-time commenting and tracking changes, and enable you to share information with co-workers and clients. This…

A practical and interactive session to explain the process of cash flow planning and the methods and software available to you.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.Actively monitoring and managing your cash flow is vital to tracking the financial health of your business. This practical and interactive session explains the process of cash flow planning, including methods and software available to help you.They say ‘cash is king’, and…

Starting your own food business involves more than just a love of food; there are many key steps to ensure you are set up for success.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.This workshop provides practical guidance to anyone who is considering starting a food-based business - whether it's a simple market stall, a mobile food van or a commercial café / restaurant. Key topics covered include regulations and…

Adopting efficient, effective tendering procedures will save time and significantly increase your chances of winning the work.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.Responding to requests to tender for government and contractor work can open up new opportunities for your business, however it's essential to understand the steps required to writing a successful submission.This session will explain how adopting efficient and effective tendering procedures for your business can save…

Learn how to find out what appears when someone searches for your business and how to manage those results.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.If you have no clue about your online presence, what appears when someone searches for your business, and how to sort this out, this workshop is just what you need. Your social media profiles and digital footprint may surprise you. Learn how to conduct…

Determine what you want a website to do for your business and explore options to build it yourself or engage professionals.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.Just about every business needs a website. Even if customers don’t actually buy online, they are still doing extensive online research before making a purchase. Having a website provides the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your goods or services and to…

This session will help you understand key financial information to gauge business performance, make financial decisions and spot problems.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.Running a business means having confidence when it comes to making important financial decisions. This straight forward session will help you understand key financial information so you can gauge how your business is performing, make financial decisions and spot problems before they get out…

Learn how and when to register for GST and how it affects your business, how to prepare a BAS and ensure you meet ATO reporting obligations.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.This session covers everything you need to know about when and how to register for GST and how it affects your business. You'll also learn how to prepare a business activity statement (BAS) to ensure you meet…

This session covers the essential key steps to starting a business and provides hints, tips and practical advice about small business.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.If you are thinking about starting a business, but don't know where to begin, this session will take you through the essentials.You’ll cover the key steps; from initial assessment and looking at your suitability to run a business, to financing your…

This session guides you through developing a business plan and demonstrates why proper planning is an essential tool for any small business.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.Business plans provide a strong foundation for your business and can help you identify the resources needed during set-up and operation. This session will guide you through developing a business plan and demonstrates why proper planning is an essential tool for…

Learning to use web analytics tools properly to give us significant value to meet our business objectives.PLEASE NOTE: To register for this event you must be a business (0-19 employees)  and provide your ABN. Delivery Method: Face to Face Workshop (the session will not be recorded)Level : BeginnerWeb analytics can provide a lot of insights about our customers; what they are doing and not doing on our website.All of this online data is extremely measurable. We can track our customer journeys on our…

Take the mystery out of your business financials by finding confidence to ask the right questions and make informed financial decisionsPlease note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia onlyThis workshop is aimed at people who don’t think of themselves as a ‘numbers person’ and looks to take the mystery out of your business financials. In this interactive session, key financial information will be presented in a visual way using the…

Google Ads is a great tool to generate highly relevant traffic to your websitePLEASE NOTE: To register for this event you must be a business (0-19 employees)  and provide your ABN. Delivery Method: Face to Face WorkshopLevel : IntermediateDate/Time:Wednesday, 24 May 2022WA: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (AWST)You can use Google Ads to generate highly relevant traffic that converts from the front page of Google.The challenge is that Google LOVE to spend your money and many business owners make similar mistakes when setting…

Learn how to visualise our customers' journey when they use our products and servicesPLEASE NOTE: To register for this event you must be a business (0-19 employees) and provide your ABN.Delivery Method: Face to Face Workshop (the session will not be recorded)Level : BeginnerIn this workshop, the participants will learn and apply the practical techniques to empathetically map the journeys of their users and customers in using their products or services through different channels and touchpoints.Eunice will be covering the…

Learn how to visualise our customers' journey when they use our products and servicesPLEASE NOTE: To register for this event you must be a business (0-19 employees) and provide your ABN.Delivery Method: Face to Face Workshop (the session will not be recorded)Level : BeginnerIn this workshop, the participants will learn and apply the practical techniques to empathetically map the journeys of their users and customers in using their products or services through different channels and touchpoints.Eunice will be covering the…

Learn how to create a great-looking Instagram account, what to post, importance of hashtags, how to gain followers plus loads more ideas!Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.This session will help you, even if you don't already have an Instagram account, to learn how to create a great looking account, what to post when you are first starting, plus loads of ideas (with no scary selfies). You will…

Understand the difference between cash flow and profit, how to interpret essential financial reports and learn how to budget.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.Do you sometimes wonder why your profit and loss statement shows a profit, yet you still struggle to pay bills, tax and wages? Business profit doesn't mean good cash flow and as a business owner it's important to understand the difference between cash flow…

Discover realistic strategies for developing and implementing processes that will maximise your efficiency and achieve your goals.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.Many small businesses owners fall into the same planning traps that waste more time than they save. It can be difficult to know where to start with planning your schedule, which work to prioritise, or how to keep your work flowing smoothly and (relatively) stress-free. This…

Join us at this free networking event to meet like-minded small businesses to learn about the available support.You will learn from Business Station, Digital Solutions, and get advice on growing your business. Build strong working relationships with other professionals is crucial for driving your business forward, growing your revenue or incubating your business idea.Take advantage of this networking opportunity and connect with service providers; you will also hear from the keynote speakers NBN Co.NBN Co is a Commonwealth government business…

Learn how to create a powerful Linkedin ProfilePLEASE NOTE: To register for this event you must be a business (0-19 employees) and provide your ABN. Delivery Method: Face to Face Workshop (the session will not be recorded)Level : IntermediateIn this 2-hour intermediate LinkedIn workshop Sandra Tricoli will talk about the importance of building a solid LinkedIn profile in order to position yourself as an authority in your industry as well as attract your ideal connections and clients. Sandra will cover…

This session will help you simplify the process of identifying, tracking and monitoring the vital statistics of your business.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.Regularly monitoring key performance measures in your business is a key to growing revenues and increasing profitability. Without this reality check you are flying blind, with no way of knowing if you are on the right path or, if not, which appropriate corrective actions…

Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only. ProvidingPlease note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only. Providing excellent customer service encourages your customers to keep coming back. This session explains tools and techniques that can help you build lasting customer relationships. Customer service is more than getting the job done. If you’re business environment is hectic, it can…

Join in a range of hands-on activities and seminar discussions around best-practice cyber security, privacy and online protections.Please note: this event is run by the Small Business Development Corporation for small business owners in Western Australia only.There are many reasons you need a basic understanding of cyber security - protecting the privacy of your customer records, intellectual property, and client credit or debit card information - are some of the obvious ones. Luckily, cyber security doesn’t have to be difficult. There…