From welder to biz wizard

This high school dropout-turned childcare king tells Kim Macdonald about the lessons he has learnt.

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Franchisees weathering rough economic winds

Franchise operations have emerged as one of the more resilient business models, with the latest figures showin...

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Cashing in with app-titude

Creating a must-have app is a dream for Gen Y. Kim Macdonald examines how to turn the idea into reality.

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Selfie selection a recruiting hit

Computer games and self-made videos are enhancing traditional job interviews.

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Think small to get big results

An inaugural Small Business Day celebrated the success of entrepreneurs in this State and highlighted the impo...

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Crackdown on bullies

New laws give short shrift to workplace bullying. Kim Macdonald reports.

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Embrace the process

Young jobseekers should brace their nerves before an important interview and follow these simple tips on stayi...

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Surviving in the aftermath

Having adequate insurance to rebuild after a disaster is not enough to protect your business.

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Malone makes mark on Perth’s start-up scene

Michael Malone, the man who founded iiNet, is setting himself up to become an angel investor in Perth’s fledgl...

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Wages Top Expense in Restaurant Industry

According to Restaurant and Catering Australia's 2014 Industry Benchmarking Report the industries wages and st...

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Learning leadership

With mounting evidence employees leave their bosses, not their jobs, recruiting firm Hays advises workers new ...

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At the crossroads

A niggle that there was more to life than the rat race they were in led these women to shake things up. They t...

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Retailers told to go mobile for sales success

One in three shoppers prefer to use their smartphone to find additional information rather than ask a store em...

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Tax tips to avoid becoming ATO target

The Australian Taxation Office has released its online guide for tax compliance.

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Bosses run legal minefield

Employers are at increasing risk of costly legal action if they fail to properly address mental health issues ...

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Experts share insights on business networking

The value of physical and online networking is an essential but often elusive element to developing a business...

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Small farm businesses the main winners

Farmers who run small businesses with a turnover of less than $2 million were the clear winners in the 2015 Fe...

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Camel dairy proposed for WA

A company backed by WA’s former agriculture minister Kim Chance wants to build Australia’s first commercial ca...

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How to get more than 15 of fame

Kim Macdonald explains how SMEs can build a media profile.

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Peddling big ideas on the net gets Cycliq moving

It has been a whirlwind 18 months for Andrew Hagen and Kingsley Fiegert. The former property developers-turned...

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Getting touched by an angel

A blend of altruism and love of capitalism drives the State’s angel investors, Kim Macdonald finds.

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Strictness the key to getting paid

Experts tell Kim Macdonald that SMEs should act like the Supernanny over late pay.

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Insider guide to getting finance

Getting dependable finance is the Holy Grail for SMEs. Some of WA’s leading bank executives tell Kim Macdonald...

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Does sex sell?

Risque advertising can backfire unless it is properly targeted and associated with the right product. Kim Macd...

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Boost for women in trades

A new State Government scheme to get women into trades is a step in the right direction, according to Industry...

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Do your homework

People considering buying a franchise should evaluate everything from their financial position to their abilit...

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Get a cult following

Everyone has a favourite supermarket. Kim Macdonald discovers why.

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The next big thing

Being first to market is a formidable advantage. Kim Macdonald looks at growth industries of the future.

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Big data in reach of minnows

The latest trend in marketing is not just for the big boys. Kim Macdonald explains

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Office culture is key

A positive working environment plays a big role in attracting new staff members, according to Gough Recruitme...

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Getting a gun adviser is money well spent

Choosing a good financial planner is a lot like finding a competent doctor, writes Ben Harvey.

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Poor networks hinder productivity

One of the biggest hurdles to increased agricultural productivity is the lack of a 4G network, inhibiting farm...

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Perfume a pearler of an idea

Atlas Pearls: The stunning turn-around of a struggling company.

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Putting a brake on bullying

Workers lodge complaints against colleagues they deem to be harassing them.

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Maintaining good customer service is essential

McKenzie Holland a Sales and marketing firm based in Melbourne, offer important customer service advice and ou...

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The Globetrotting Entrepreneur

Kim Macdonald speaks to the man behind a frosty business idea.

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Did you hear the one about . . .

Stand-up comedy, like business, is ruthless. So it makes sense that you can turn a dollar from a good routine....

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Taking care of business

Generation Y workers, particularly women, are creating their own jobs.

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Retail sector jobs boost

Entry of international brands and lower petrol prices improve outlook.

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Is work ruining your sex life?

Are you feeling more frazzled than frisky? Is your idea of a romantic evening a bottle of beer shared with yo...

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The long road to restoring trust

Financial planning confidence debacle: Suffer the battler looking for a financial planner to guide them throug...

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Farmers face skilled labour shortage

The availability of skilled staff is the biggest issue facing Esperance farmers, according to the South East P...

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High-level skills

A strong construction industry, a shortage of skilled specialists and a demand for digital marketing are among...

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Independent warns peers of turbulent times in retail

A part-owner of supermarket Fresh Provisions has warned WA’s independent retailers are in for one of the tough...

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Beyond the boom

WA future looks bright.

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Remote corn venture brings sweet returns

Growing sweet corn in the desert is a risky business, but Trandos Farms has been sending truckloads to Perth f...

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Prep for a pay rise

Six out of 10 Australians are expecting a pay rise this year, according to research by recruitment company Rob...

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Payroll tax hike

Tax slug as Budget dives into the red.

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Maternity skills valuable

Mums returning to the workforce should include unpaid jobs on their CVs.

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Homes Boom

Industry struggles to meet demand for tradies.

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Coping with redundancy

An unexpected job loss can be confusing but is also an opportunity for change.

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Mentors lead by example

A strong role model for an apprentice makes all the difference in the early stages.

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Beginning a business

Franchises offer an established brand and start-up support.

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Nannies in high demand

Daycare facilities are not sufficient for the needs of many working families.

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Part-time guns for hire

Business experts are hiring out their experience, one job at a time. Kim Macdonald talks to some of the new wa...

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How Inadvertent bullies risk court

The definition of bullying is a grey one, an AIM WA human resources forum was told. Kim Macdonald reports.

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Career change an option

It’s never been easier to move jobs and employers want innovative people.

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Franchise code offers clarity on risky issues

A national Franchising Code of Conduct came into force last month, ensuring greater protection for franchise o...

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WA’s wage equality gap still worst in the nation

WA continues to have the worst pay gap in Australia, with men paid 25 per cent more than women.

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World’s biggest wagyu herd makes way to WA

WA is set to become home to the world’s biggest herd of full-blood wagyu cattle as part of a $100 million proj...

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A superfast superfood

WA’s fledging quinoa industry is growing at an incredible rate as a group of growers continue to unlock the s...

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Tradies on the cusp of a boom

The rising cost of a tradesman has barely matched inflation in the past year but rates are likely to jump in t...

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Try to focus on positives

Awkward situations such as a difficult co-worker are often best dealt with face-to-face and informally, say ex...

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Research result a wake-up call

“The amount of sleep required by the average person is five minutes more.”– Wilson Mizner

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Entrepreneurs on the outer

Tradies are like the weather vanes of the economy. They are among the first to feel an upturn, and they tend t...

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Warning to small business

Kalgoorlie-Boulder business groups are urging small business owners to check regulations before considering op...

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Pitfalls of quick moves

Employers tend to view suspiciously those who consistently change positions

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Local heroes

WA producers and suppliers are the real heroes for Jus Burgers’ Justin Bell, whose outlets in Leederville, Fre...

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Another brick in the wall

Women share the load in the building industry as its workforce ages

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Perth in final 14

Perth was named as one of 14 finalists in the international online search to find the world’s seven “wonder” c...

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Home is where the work is

Research finds there are pros and cons of clocking in away from the office

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WA's cheapest towns

Where will you find the lowest house prices in the State?

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Roast turkey could be rare treat at Christmas

Traditional roast turkey may be off the menu at Christmas with a Perth butcher predicting a “turkey fight” for...

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Australians the biggest fraudsters?

If you believe a PwC poll, Australia may well be a hotbed of business fraud, with local companies reporting a ...

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Minister calls for cut to Sunday pay rates

Workers at small businesses should have their Sunday and public holiday pay rates cut, according to Small Busi...

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Holy McDelivery

A home-delivered Big Mac was previously restricted to holidays in Bali and the 2am dreams of drunken people bu...

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Keep outside work safe

Loud phone calls and open laptops at the cafe could get you into trouble

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Businesses face worker woes

A Kalgoorlie-Boulder small business owner has given up on recruiting locals because of issues involving crimin...

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Geminids meteor shower 2014

The 2014 Geminids meteor shower is best viewed in WA skies on December 13 and 14, from 10pm.

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How to shop fair this Christmas

If shopping with a conscience is at the top of your Christmas list this year, the new Fair Trade Shopping Guid...

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Young guns muscle in on big boys

The battle against the bulge is a First World problem which spawned a fitness and diet industry worth billions...

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More choose to start a business at home

Budding Kalgoorlie-Boulder entrepreneurs are turning to home-based or small businesses to supplement their inc...

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Cooking up a raw deal

The founder of a WA food firm tells Kim Macdonald she is miffed by the mung-bean myth

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All work and no play

We spend longer doing our jobs than people in most developed countries and we can’t do much about it

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Race to keep pace hurts mum, dad stores

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Building an online presence

Most marketing professionals believe that having a website is essential in order to market a business effectiv...

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The tax tips that can get you the big bucks

Small businesses need to be on top of their BAS statements because of a crackdown by the Tax Office, says acco...

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The eight steps to finding a planner

The team at The West Australian’s Your Money personal finance section is regularly asked one question. It’s no...

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Make sure you're heard

SMEs who find a good telecom package will reap rewards, say the experts.

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The rise of life coaching

Across all sectors and company sizes, experts are helping staff focus.

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Devil in farm structure detail

Children returning to a family farm business should be cautious about immediately taking on directorship roles...

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Tax relief for value-adding

Primary producers that process or convert their produce could soon be eligible for a whole or partial land tax...

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Busy bees go nuts over macadamias

Most Capes residents are recovering from a quiet winter but that’s not the case for Quindalup farmers Chip Yel...

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How to impress the bank

Small business operators need to understand their personal and financial situation and be prepared to field qu...

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Wardrobe sharing spawns Rock Her Frock

A Manjimup woman has started a business in hopes of solving the dilemma about buying a dress and only wearing ...

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Passionate Baker takes cafe challenge

Built at the front of the bakery, the cafe is about five times bigger than the original premises and will incl...

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Woosha talks business

Bunbury's business community got a lesson in leadership and the importance of regional sport when West Coast E...

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Bridgetown pie prizes a tasty surprise

Two bronze medals won at the Official Great Aussie Pie Competition were a pleasant surprise for Hansen’s Hot B...

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Buying a franchise

Do your homework before making the move to franchising.

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Food vans replace tuckshops

Mobile food trucks are muscling in on Perth high schools as a replacement for the traditional tuckshop.

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Jewellery passion lures FIFO worker

Salma El-Batanouny has left behind her high-vis work uniform and the red dirt of Port Hedland in favour of Cla...

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Three cheers for WA beers at awards

Bassendean-based Nail becomes toast of a burgeoning beverage market after win at Craft Beer Industry Awards.

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Space to grow and thrive

The concept of shared offices helps transform ideas into business reality.

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Hedland Business Centre fills gap

Scalable solution for start-ups and professionals to access corporate facilities in the Pilbara.

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