Business and Community – A Two-Way Relationship

Business and Community – A Two-Way Relationship

In so many towns, especially in regional areas, the post office is the hub of the community.  “It’s where people come to meet, to see and chat with each other, to find out information, to conduct their business and banking and of course to stay connected to...
Why Disaster Preparedness is Relevant Right Now

Why Disaster Preparedness is Relevant Right Now

As a business owner, you never know what’s around the corner.  The start of 2022 has brought with it a roll-call of challenges relating to COVID-19, storms and floods.  The only thing that’s certain is that more disasters are coming, more frequently. It’s an...
Could your business operate without power?

Could your business operate without power?

In 2016, the whole of South Australia lost power.  Adelaide and the suburbs close to the city had power within a few hours, but some parts of the state had no power for almost a week. It’s easy to take it for granted that power will always be available.  These days,...
How well do you know your neighbours?

How well do you know your neighbours?

The Australia Talks National Survey 2021 found 38 per cent of Australians do not know many of their neighbours by name. Yet research consistently concludes that knowing your neighbours helps build community connection.  Plus if you’re a business owner, getting to know...
Could you operate your business with no internet?

Could you operate your business with no internet?

These days businesses and their customers are more connected than ever.  Most businesses rely heavily on fast, reliable internet to run their operations. For instance, it is generally required in order for EFTPOS machines to run, allows customers to purchase products...
Why You Need to Remove Yourself From Your Business

Why You Need to Remove Yourself From Your Business

Many small business owners start their business because they have a passion for what they do and they love their work.  And when business owners are starting out it’s very easy to get sucked into all aspects of the business and to feel like you have to be doing,...