Small Business

Oil and gas company Citation Resources is seeking to diversify its business by acquiring an initial 40 per cent interest in an unlisted firm that converts rubber waste into clean fuels, for a cash and share package worth about $7 million.

Tired of unproductive business meetings? GroupMap collects responses from individuals, combines them into a group view for discussion, prioritisation and decision making. It can be used for board and strategy meetings, staff consultation and anything in between.

Hard work makes luck, get people to like you, and know your product – more money-making advice from the masters.

With apprenticeship completion rates below 30 per cent in some industries, the business sector is continuing to push for reforms to vocational education and training.

Dinner Twist is a local and clean alternative that delivers a box of fresh ingredients and recipes weekly.

Every salesperson is looking for an edge, a way to get through the door to the decision maker. It has always been that way.

Startup studio Atomic Sky has named the nine businesses selected for the first edition of the new Fusion Founder startup program, which will be operating in the Tech Hub co-working space in Northbridge.

Buy wines direct from 60-plus of Western Australia’s leading boutique wine producers as well as explore the state’s best wine tourism experiences with regional profiles, winery profiles, user-driven winery reviews and winery rankings.

Helping small business is turning into a bigger business for a handful of service providers selected to run the state government’s SME advisory network, which is about to go through a large and, in places, contentious restructure.

Finding the pathway to the decision maker’s door can be tough, but is the only place you want to be.

Perth has hosted a UK-based incubator’s first pitch night for social entrepreneurs in Australia.

Buzzy is an online marketplace that allows people to outsource their ‘to do’ list to trusted and skilled members of their community.

With the mining downturn weighing on confidence, local small and medium-size businesses are feeling more negative about their economic prospects, according to a new report by Bibby Financial Services.

Making emotional connections is the key to successful engagement with potential customers.

Tech accelerator Amcom Upstart has named the eight successful applicants to be offered a placement in its program and an equal share of $320,000 in funding.

Having run the local operations of multinational MTU Detroit Diesel for 10 years, Mike Cippitelli has established a new business that is defying the tough times facing many operators in Western Australia.

Established in 2008, OZeating is a news and entertainment website focused on food, drinks and restaurants. Relaunched with new look and new CEO in May 2015.

You are the sole architect of your attitude, whether positive or negative. It’s your choice.

Biopharmaceutical company Bone Medical has announced plans for a reverse takeover and backdoor listing of a geospatial data intelligence company founded by Perth entrepreneur Amir Farhand.

VIETNAMESE street food franchise Rolld has joined the rush of eastern states operators moving to Perth, opening its first Western Australian store at Cloisters Arcade in the CBD last week.

The Perth businessman who brought Dippin’ Dots ice cream and Mad Mex restaurants to Western Australia is preparing to launch a high-tech solution to the growing problem of fuel theft.

Today We Learned allows teachers to send specific 60-second updates to parents so they can start better conversations with their children. It closes the loop between the school, the student and the home.

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA has applauded initiatives introduced by the federal government to cut red tape for small business.

Self-belief, preparation and hard work go hand in hand to put you in a winning position – in life and at work.

Local tech entrepreneurs have pitched their ideas to representatives from the Big Pitch competition in Leederville today, with the pick of the crop to go into the national finals with a chance to win $5 million to fund their idea.

The Parkhound service puts those with car parking space to rent out in touch with those looking for space to rent. The site and app allows drivers to compare off-street residential and commercial parking, and also in a world first, street parking options.

Referrals will get you business, but they won’t come unless you earn them.

Two Karratha businesswomen believe cheaper commercial rents are vital to ensuring the sustainable growth of small businesses as part of a plan to diversify the Pilbara’s economy.

The Snaptch app allows models and other creative professionals to showcase their portfolio and social media presence to the industry.

It may provide little comfort, but if you can’t get through to the buyer, rest assured … you’re not alone.

What started as a mishap with an old bow tie has turned into a successful startup business for two young Perth businessmen.

Perth-based tech startup Resource Governance International is seeking to change the way mining companies report their resources and reserves, launching a $3 million capital raising to commercialise software it hopes will become the industry standard.