Massive turnover When looking at buying a business there are many areas you need to look into, just because a business has huge turnover does not mean that it a good purchase. Before every purchase you should get your accountant to do a business evaluation. Interested in joining our team? Why not apply today? […]
What is business development?
What is business development? Lately I have wondered myself in my role as a business developer how it would define it, so I looked at what other people though and I came to a definition defined by Forbes magazine “Business development is the creation of long-term value for an organization from customers, markets, and […]
How can you make the most of your 2014
How can you make the most of your 2014 To really succeed in 2014 it’s critical to prepare for the year ahead. So here are some tips small to medium size businesses should look to implement now to ensure they are successful. Dig out your business plan Updating your business plan will provide you […]
Turbocharge your business in 2014
Turbocharge your business in 2014 In order to transform new-year optimism into action, here are five tips to turbo-charge your business in 2014: 1. Be discerning Achieving clarity on your value proposition makes it easier to sift opportunities that come your way. 2. Partner up Businesses that are smart about strategic partnerships will […]
Five tips to help your business grow
Five tips to help your business grow You need to ensure that your business is ready to grow before you take off. Here are some tips that can help you fast-track your business’ growth: 1. Stay lean It’s easy to create short term revenue growth by running lots of advertisements, or offering rebates and […]
How to get out of meetings
How to get out of meetings In today’s world it seems impossible to get through the day without being called into a meeting. But while there are many meetings where it is crucial to attend, there are just as many others that are going to be a waste of time. So how can you get […]
10 tips to tame the office whinger
10 tips to tame the office whinger If you’ve accidentally hired a habitual whinger, or one of your employees morphs into a grumbler, take heed of these 10 tips: 1. What are your unspoken ground rules? A person will only become a whinger at work is if it’s accepted and encouraged. In high-performing […]
Australians may have to work for welfare
Australians may have to work for welfare The ACTU has lashed the federal government for planning an “enhanced” work-for-the-dole program, warning Holden workers facing the loss of their job could end up picking garbage. The peak union body’s president, Ged Kearney, said the plan to expand the work program for unemployed people would not necessarily […]
Tax tips for Australian businesses
Tax tips for Australian businesses 6 January 2014 Media release 2014/01 The Australian Taxation Office today launched a new campaign to help Australian businesses meet their tax obligations. The social media and promotional campaign provides business owners with practical tips to increase awareness of their tax rights and obligations and make it easier to comply. […]
Hunter Region BEC Awards
Hunter Region BEC Awards Hunter Region BEC Business Awards Hunter Region BEC Awards Read more: http://www.hunterregionbec.com.au/business-excellence-awards/ Interested in joining our team? Why not apply today? About Our Traineeships:- Join the Market Leader in 2016 – Accounting Traineeships Looking to study a B.Com at University of Newcastle in 2016? Bottrell Business Consultants are a Multi Award […]
Writing Business Plans
Writing Business Plans How do I write a business plan? | How-to guide Writing Business Plans Investing time and focus in creating a business plan is one of the most valuable activities you can undertake. Creating a well-structured business plan will give you direction and help your business become a success. A business plan provides […]
Business Award Applications
Business Award Applications Dear Valued Clients Re; Business Award Applications Would you like to be recognised as a leader in your field? Looking for additional marketing exposure? The team at Bottrell Business Consultants have been successful in winning the Hunter Region BEC Business Awards for 2012 & 2013 and were also a […]
Australian Dollar
Australian Dollar The Australian dollar has been boosted by an improvement in local business conditions. At midday AEDT on Tuesday the Aussie was trading at 87.59 US cents, up from 87.05 US cents on Friday. The currency fell as low as 86.78 US cents over the long weekend – its lowest point since […]
Bitcoin dealers charged in US
Bitcoin dealers charged in US US authorities have filed criminal charges against two operators of a Bitcoin exchange, which enabled its users to buy drugs and other illicit goods on the Silk Road underground website. Federal prosecutors said they unsealed a criminal complaint against Robert Faiella and Charlie Shrem, who ran a company allowing […]
JB Hi-Fi shares jump after solid result
JB Hi-Fi shares jump after solid result JB Hi-Fi shares posted their biggest gains for almost a year, rising 11 per cent after the consumer electronics retailer maintained its full year sales guidance and confirmed that December-half net profit was expected to rise 10 per cent. Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/business/retail/jb-hifi-shares-jump-after-solid-result-20140128-31jqs.html#ixzz2rfPgVOrV Interested in joining our […]