Newsletter
News Update – December 2014
Season’s Greetings from all at Belmont BEC
From Carol, Geoffrey, Jeya, Dennis, Katherine, Ehsan, Miss Poppy & Volunteers
Patrons, Chair & Committee Belmont Belmont Business Enterprise Centre Inc. (BBEC):
Louise, Ben, Cassie, Jasmyn, Shirley, Anne, Sel, Jules, Lisa, Irving
Illustration: Boab tree in West Kimberley, Western Australia
Belmont BEC Offices will be closed
from Friday 19th December 2014 to Monday 5th of January 2015
Your Office Christmas Parties – On and Off Premises and FBT
Like to know the rules about your staff Christmas Functions? Contact us for the full article.
How to protect your IP assets and Copyright infringement is on the rise
Rip-offs: Aussie businesses “day to day” battle with copycats
Contact us for the full article by Cara Waters, Smart Company
Attend our webinar on How to Licence your Trademarks and Designs www.belmontbec.com/webinars
Latest News from ACCC
From 1 January 2015, the current Franchising Code of Conduct will be repealed and replaced with a new Code which will apply to all franchise systems operating in Australia.
For example, while many provisions of the current Code will remain, some of the changes the new Franchising Code will bring include:
· introducing an obligation for parties to act in good faith in their dealings with one another
· introducing financial penalties and infringement notices for serious breaches of the Code
· requiring franchisors to provide prospective franchisees with a short information sheet outlining the risks and rewards of franchising
· requiring franchisors to provide greater transparency in the use of, and accounting for, marketing funds. Further info visit www.accc.gov.au
1001 Business Tips from 101™ Entrepreneurs
Like To Share Your Business Tips?
Like to be featured in our new book series?
Share insights learnt through running your own business
Grants available for your business
Visit www.business.gov.au/GrantFinder/GrantFinder.aspx Learn tips of applying for Grant Submission and Tenders – book our online webinar or recording www.belmontbec.com/webinars Belmont BEC Members can apply for a Free Voucher.
Welcome to our latest Friends of Belmont BEC Member Arun Annadurai.
You are invited to join Friends of Belmont BEC and receive opportunities for you and your business; Bronze, Silver & Gold Levels available; Membership is tax deductible. www.belmontbec.com/membership
Belmont Business ‘Ask An Expert’ Sundowner, Wednesday, 28 January, 5-7pm
(Note: No Business Sundowner will be held in December). January 28th – Keynote Speaker, Angie Spiteri – Save Time & Money in your Business in 2015 by managing your time and control others wasting your time. Build your business relationships and make new networks! Meet our team of business experts on Websites, IT Management, Energy Efficiency, Business Analysis, Accounting and Bookkeeping. Venue: Function Room, The Belmont, 174 Wright St. Belmont. Free Entry, Nibbles sponsored by The Belmont, Drinks at Bar Prices, 5pm-7pm, Door Prizes. Bookings Essential: www.belmontbec.com/events
ONLINE Business Advisors, Mentors, Coaching available
Starting a Business, business management; Business Planning, financial specialist; Marketing and promoting your business; Strategic planning, global supply chains and opportunities;
Contact us for bookings and rates.
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Monthly Energy Tip
Make a plan to be energy efficient every month of the year with our monthly energy-saving tips.
DECEMBER
Drive Smarter: Avoid speeding, rapid acceleration, and rapid breaking to lower gas mileage by 33% (at highway speeds). Drivers can save litres of fuel or nearly $1000, by driving sensibly on the highway – www.tcfaustralia.com/energyproject
Save $$ Money – Reduce energy usage in your business
Join our free Solar Energy Webinar or request a Recording or Fact Sheet.
Like to speak to our Solar Mentor Expert? Register: www.tcfaustralia.com/tcfaenergyform
View all FREE Energy Efficiency Topics www.tcfaustralia.com/energyproject
Tips from Computer Consultants Professionals
Would you know if your staff deleted some of your files?
There is a (FREE) program that tells you when one of your files is deleted. Run it and the next time it happens you can catch the culprit, quickly!
How Many Website Visitors Will I Need to Generate $100,000?
Set realistic online goals and then use website design, conversion rate optimization and content marketing to make it happen. Read more
NEWS
Short-term Office Hire, Meeting and Training Roomavailable in Belmont – Contact us
Access to IBISWorld Industry Business Forecast Reports IBISWorld – industry research & forecast reports on over 500 industries, Belmont BEC members can view IBIS reports at no cost at our office. (IBIS reports valued at $1,295) Contact us
Business Skills ‘Live’ & ‘On Demand’ Sessions
Live and Recorded Webinars for Online – Anytime – Fast Track your Training
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us
Preparing a Business for Sale
Writing Your Business Plan
*Tips on Saving Energy in Your Business
How To Write a Tender or Grant Submission
Strategies for Off Shore Sourcing
Importing & Exporting
* Webinar Recordings marked* are FREE to attend.
* Special Offer to Friends of Belmont BEC Members– one free webinar in December valued at $30 – email [email protected]
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 61 8 9479 3777.
News Update – November 2014
Belmont BEC News update
November, 2014
Hi Info,
Congratulations to our 2014 Award Winners!
Congratulations to all the finalists and winners of the 2014 Belmont Small Business Awards. More than 25 awards were presented to entrants of the awards, and winners were showcased at the ‘Night of Stars Event’ on 31st of October 2014.
· MOST CREATIVE AWARD– Accesso-Ride
· BEST MARKETING AWARD– Creative Fruition
· ONLINE BUSINESS AWARD– White Chalk Road
· KARL FARRELL INSPIRATION AWARD– Philomena Masters, Dramatic Glass Designs
· ENVIRONMENT AWARD – The Green Stamp Program
· VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARD– Bianca MacDonald
· CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AWARD– Claremont Drapers
· COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARD– Anglicare Op Shop Belmont
· BEST RETAIL BUSINESS– helloworld Belmont Shopping Centre WA
· ENERGY EFFICIENCY AWARD– Ally Fashion
· SPIRIT OF AUSTRALIA AWARD– A.P.S. Rewinds & Sales
· INDIGENOUS BUSINESS OF THE YEARAWARD – Kart Koort Wiern
· BEST NEW BUSINESS– Shingle Inn Belmont Forum
· HOME BASED BUSINESS AWARD– Mini Care Mates
· YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR AWARD– Ami McDonald, La Paleta
· BUSINESS WOMAN OF THE YEAR AWARD– Bianca Chater, Talent Co. Dance & Entertainment
· OUTSTANDING PERSONAL BRAND AWARD– Michael Keil, michaelkeil.com
· FASHION INDUSTRY AWARD– Pierrot’s Hair Studio
· WA RACING INDUSTRY AWARD– Gannon’s
· MOST INNOVATIVE ENTERPRISE– OdaTech
· BUSINESS MIGRANT OF THE YEAR AWARD– Jamie Vine, Liberty Executive Offices
· INTERNATIONAL TRADE AWARD– Supercrane Engineered Lifting Technology
· ENTERPRISE OF THE YEAR– Compu-Stor
· BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR– Andrew Herrmann, Access 1 Security Systems
· JUDGES AWARD– Res-Q
2014 Hall of FameInductees included OdaTech Pty Ltd, Express-Link Pty Ltd, A.P.S. Rewinds & Sales, Compu-Stor and Perth Expo Hire & Furniture Group
All finalists, winners and profiles can be viewed online at www.belmontbec.com/awards
1001 Business Tips from 101™ Entrepreneurs
Like To Share Your Business Tips?
Like to be featured in our new book series?
Share insights learnt through running your own business
Read More Information Here
4 Ways to Enhance Your 2014 Mobile and Omni-Channel Holiday Strategy
Want the tips to start your instore planning from Bronto and Demandware Contact us
Grants available for your business
Visit www.business.gov.au/GrantFinder/GrantFinder.aspx Learn tips of applying for Grant Submission and Tenders – book our online webinar or recording www.belmontbec.com/webinars Belmont BEC Members can apply for a Free Voucher.
Welcome to our latest Friends of Belmont BEC Member Arun Annadurai.
You are invited to join Friends of Belmont BEC and receive opportunities for you and your business; Bronze, Silver & Gold Levels available; Membership is tax deductible. www.belmontbec.com/membership
Belmont Business ‘Ask An Expert’ Sundowner, Wednesday, 26 November, 5-7pm
Join us for our last Sundowner for 2014.
Build your business relationships and make new networks! Meet our team of business experts on Websites, IT Management, Energy Efficiency, Business Analysis, Accounting and Bookkeeping. Venue: Function Room, The Belmont, 174 Wright St. Belmont. Free Entry, Nibbles sponsored by The Belmont, Drinks at Bar Prices, 5pm-7pm, Door Prizes. Bookings Essential: www.belmontbec.com/events
ONLINE Business Advisors, Mentors, Coaching available
Starting a Business, business management; Business Planning, financial specialist; Marketing and promoting your business; Strategic planning, global supply chains and opportunities;
Contact us for bookings and rates.
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Monthly Energy Tip
Make a plan to be energy efficient every month of the year with our monthly energy-saving tips.
NOVEMBER
Make sure your AC equipment is in top running order, since cooling puts the greatest stress on your summer energy bills. Adjusting your air-con just one 1 degree can save 10% of operating costs. Like a Fact Sheet or Recorded Webinar on Saving Energy Airconditioning – www.tcfaustralia.com/energyproject
Save $$ Money – Reduce energy usage in your business
Join our new free Solar Energy Webinar or request a Recording or Fact Sheet.
Like to speak to our Solar Mentor Expert? Register: www.tcfaustralia.com/tcfaenergyform
View all FREE Energy Efficiency Topics www.tcfaustralia.com/energyproject
Tips from Computer Consultants Professionals
What’s a Web Bug?
There are two ways to include images in an email, attached, or a link to the image on the web. When you see a prompt to “display images” you’re loading pictures off the web. A web bug is when you use those pictures to track who’s reading your emails, most newsletters do this. The server watches to see if you show the picture and passes that information back to the sender, confirming you’ve opened their email. If you’d like to know more about this please email [email protected]
Engage Your Audience
Social Media Marketing that doesn’t engage your audience and cause them to do something within your sales funnel is just social media and a complete waste of time.
Apply for Free Business Mentoring
MY Business Incubator Project provides FREE online training & mentoring support to small business across Western Australia. Register now at www.belmontbec.com/mybiform
Other Opportunities
Also available under the BPW Business Incubator project providing free online training & mentoring to women in business anywhere in Australia. Register at www.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform
NEWS
Short-term Office Hire, Meeting and Training Roomavailable in Belmont – Contact us
ATO’s NEW Small Business Newsroom – subscribe www.ato.gov.au/sbnews Get all the latest tax, super news and alerts; select what tax topics they want to hear about; opt out of receiving general ATO mail.
Access to IBISWorld Industry Business Forecast Reports IBISWorld – industry research & forecast reports on over 500 industries, Belmont BEC members can view IBIS reports at no cost at our office. (IBIS reports valued at $1,295) Contact us
Combined Small Business Alliance of WA Inc. (CosBA)– Interested in the latest news on WA Small Business Policy and Updates? Visit www.cosba.com.au
Free Legal Advice: Have a business legal issue you would like to discuss with a lawyer? Monthly 30min appointments available at the Belmont BEC. For bookings Contact us
Business Skills ‘Live’ & ‘On Demand’ Sessions
Live and Recorded Webinars for Online – Anytime – Fast Track your Training
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us
*Tips on Saving Energy in Your Business
What Buyers Are Really Looking For
Fashion Sustainability: Diverse Perspectives
Preparing a Business for Sale
How To Write a Tender or Grant Submission
Ethical Fashion
Strategies for Off Shore Sourcing
Importing & Exporting
Writing Your Business Plan
Global Platform – Sourcing from Women in Business
Licence your Trademarks & Designs
Why are you Busy & Poor? How your website can break that cycle
Get noticed by the Media
* Webinar Recordings marked* are FREE to attend.
* Special Offer to Friends of Belmont BEC Members– one free webinar in November valued at $30 – email [email protected]
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 61 8 9479 3777.
News Update – October 2014
NIGHT OF STARS – 21st Belmont Small Business Awards Presentation Evening
Celebrate creativity, energy and achievements of WA Small Businesses
Friday, October 31st, 6-8pm
Ballroom, Perth Exhibition & Convention Centre
$99 includes drinks, savouries and entertainment
Table of 8: $770 Bookings Close 17th October
Email: [email protected] Phone: 9479 3777
Complete our TCF Energy Survey
Last chance – over $2,100 of prizes to win – complete our TCF Energy Survey – 18 prizes to win includes iPad mini, cartons of Margaret River Red & White wine & more! Drawn 20th October.
www.tcfaustralia.com/onlineenergysurvey
4 Ways to Enhance Your 2014 Mobile and Omni-Channel Holiday Strategy
Want the tips to start your instore planning from Bronto and Demandware Contact us
Grants available for your business
Visit www.business.gov.au/GrantFinder/GrantFinder.aspx Learn tips of applying for Grant Submission and Tenders – book our online webinar or recording www.belmontbec.com/webinars Belmont BEC Members can apply for a Free Voucher.
Welcome to our latest Friends of Belmont BEC Members Wilfred Raphael from Xpresso Delight, Richard Scholes from West Coast Water Filter Man and Clare Shellard from Young Living.
You are invited to join Friends of Belmont BEC and receive opportunities for you and your business; Bronze, Silver & Gold Levels available; Membership is tax deductible. www.belmontbec.com/membership
Belmont Business ‘Ask An Expert’ Sundowner, Wednesday, 26 November, 5-7pm
(Note: No Business Sundowner will be held in October). Build your business relationships and make new networks! Meet our team of business experts on Websites, IT Management, Energy Efficiency, Business Analysis, Accounting and Bookkeeping. Venue: Function Room, The Belmont, 174 Wright St. Belmont. Free Entry, Nibbles sponsored by The Belmont, Drinks at Bar Prices, 5pm-7pm, Door Prizes. Bookings Essential: www.belmontbec.com/events
ONLINE Business Advisors, Mentors, Coaching available
Starting a Business, business management; Business Planning, financial specialist; Marketing and promoting your business; Strategic planning, global supply chains and opportunities;
Contact us for bookings and rates.
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Monthly Energy Tip
Make a plan to be energy efficient every month of the year with our monthly energy-saving tips.
OCTOBER
Drive Smarter: Avoid speeding, rapid acceleration, and rapid breaking to lower gas mileage by 33% (at highway speeds). Drivers can save litres of fuel or nearly $1000, by driving sensibly on the highway.
Save $$ Money – Reduce energy usage in your business
Join our new free Solar Energy Webinar or request a Recording or Fact Sheet.
Like to speak to our Solar Mentor Expert? Register: www.tcfaustralia.com/tcfaenergyform
View all FREE Energy Efficiency Topics www.tcfaustralia.com/energyproject
Tips from Computer Consultants Professionals
Are you still paying for your antivirus software?
Microsoft Security Essentials is free for windows 7 and built-in to Windows 8. You don’t need to buy an antivirus anymore. There are other options but Microsoft Security Essentials is the only one free for home and commercial use. If you have a Mac, Sophos has you covered at no charge. It’s a myth that Mac’s won’t get a virus. Call us on 08 9467 2269 if you have any problems with your computers.
Conversion Optimisation: When writing content for a website, don’t capitalise all of your headline to make it stand out, it is actually harder to read and you’ll get less audience engagement. www.fxdigital.com.au
Apply for Free Business Mentoring
MY Business Incubator Project provides FREE online training & mentoring support to small business across Western Australia. Register now at www.belmontbec.com/mybiform
Other Opportunities
Also available under the BPW Business Incubator projectproviding free online training & mentoring to women in business anywhere in Australia. Register atwww.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform
NEWS
Short-term Office Hire, Meeting and Training Room available in Belmont – Contact us
ATO’s NEW Small Business Newsroom – subscribewww.ato.gov.au/sbnews Get all the latest tax, super news and alerts; select what tax topics they want to hear about; opt out of receiving general ATO mail.
Online Free Webinar – Essential tips and tools for small businesses: four government regulators tell you the key things you should know – registering a company or business name; hiring or managing employees; selling goods and services to customers; setting up invoicing, payments and records systems, 22 October Register online
Access to IBISWorld Industry Business Forecast Reports IBISWorld – industry research & forecast reports on over 500 industries, Belmont BEC members can view IBIS reports at no cost at our office. (IBIS reports valued at $1,295) Contact us
Austrade Women in Global Business (WIGB) Speaker Series 28th October at CCIWA – to help you maximise the benefits of doing business in the developed markets of Asia http://www.austrade.gov.au/export/events/australian-events/women-in-global-business-speaker-series-2014
Practical Retail Solutions from John Stanley Associates – retail and marketing tips from around the globe – Simple Winning Ideas – The Amazon Effect – The Voodoo Effect – Food Pantry Development – Farmers markets move into software management. Contact us for his Retail Newsletter link.
Combined Small Business Alliance of WA Inc. (CosBA) – Interested in the latest news on WA Small Business Policy and Updates? Visit www.cosba.com.au
Free Legal Advice: Have a business legal issue you would like to discuss with a lawyer? Monthly 30min appointments available at the Belmont BEC. For bookings Contact us
Business Skills ‘Live’ & ‘On Demand’ Sessions
Live and Recorded Webinars for Online – Anytime – Fast Track your Training
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us
Low Cost Energy Efficiency Accreditation*
Establishing Your Label in the USA
Reduce Lighting Costs in your Business*
Reduce Office Equipment Energy Costs*
Starting Your New Business
Dealing with Agents and Retailers
Tips on Saving Energy in Your Business
How To Write a Tender or Grant Submission
Strategies for Off Shore Sourcing
Licence your Trademarks & Designs
Get noticed by the Media
Solar Energy*
03 October Tips on using Social Media in your Business – LIVE
16 October Importing & Exporting – LIVE
21 October Writing Your Business Plan – LIVE
15 October How to Grow your business – LIVE
14 October Pricing, Costing & Cashflow – LIVE
* Webinar Recordings marked* are FREE to attend.
* Special Offer to Friends of Belmont BEC Members – one free webinar in October valued at $30 – email [email protected]
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 61 8 9479 3777.
News Update – September 2014
Belmont BEC News update
September, 2014
Last chance to gain recognition for your business achievements!
Enter the 21st Belmont Small Business Awards. Entries close 30th September at 5pm.
Visit: www.belmontbec.com/awards
FREE Weekly Awards Info Sessions. FREE Business mentors available to assist with your submission preparation contact us
Complete our TCF Energy Survey
Over $2,100 of prizes to win – complete ourTCF Energy Survey – 18 prizes to win includes iPad mini, cartons of Margaret River Red & White wine & more! www.tcfaustralia.com/onlineenergysurvey
Welcome to our latest Friends of Belmont BEC Members Latha Thyagarajan from Abakuz Bookeeping, Kay Woodcock from Santa Fe Wridgeways and Jeremey Dunnette from Proof Reading WA.
You are invited to join Friends of Belmont BEC and receive opportunities for you and your business; Bronze, Silver & Gold Levels available; Membership is tax deductible. www.belmontbec.com/membership
Belmont Business ‘Ask An Expert’ Sundowner, Wednesday, 24 September, 5-7pm
Build your business relationships and make new networks! Meet our team of business experts on Websites, IT Management, Energy Efficiency, Business Analysis, Accounting and Bookkeeping. Venue: Function Room, The Belmont, 174 Wright St. Belmont. Free Entry, Nibbles sponsored by The Belmont, Drinks at Bar Prices, 5pm-7pm, Door Prizes. Bookings Essential: www.belmontbec.com/events
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Monthly Energy Tip
Save $$ Money – Reduce energy usage in your business
A small business consuming 50,000 kilowatt hours per annum that installs a 15 kW system can displace an average of 33 per cent of its electricity usage.
Join our new free Solar Energy Webinar or request a Recording or Fact Sheet.
Like to speak to our Solar Energy Mentor? Register: www.tcfaustralia.com/tcfaenergyform
View all FREE Energy Efficiency Topics www.tcfaustralia.com/energyproject
Tips from Computer Consultants Professionals
HP Recall – check if your power cord is a fire hazard HP announced a worldwide recall and replacement program for power cords – due to concern about overheating and cause of fire hazard. If you have a HP Notebook sold Sept 2010 and June 2012 check your cords for the mark ‘LS-15’ tag. www.ccp.com.au Further information http://www.hp.com/support/PowerCordReplacement
Does Your Website Reflect Your Unique Selling Proposition (USP)? If you want your website to generate leads, business and work for your business then there is a lot more to designing a website than putting up something pretty looking. Your website needs to speak and engage your audience in a way that describes your business to them in words they themselves would use. It should reflect boldly your unique selling proposition (USP) or as some call it, your value proposition statement. www.fxdigital.com Like the full article? Contact us
Apply for Free Business Mentoring
MY Business Incubator Project provides FREE online training & mentoring support to small business across Western Australia. Register now at www.belmontbec.com/mybiform
Other Opportunities
Also available under the BPW Business Incubator project providing free online training & mentoring to women in business anywhere in Australia. Register at www.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform
NEWS
Looking to Invest in Property? – Belmont BEC or TCFWA members can collect their free copy of ‘Real Estate Tips & Advice’, compliments of Charthill Legal. Contact us to reserve your copy.
Short-term Office Hire, Meeting and Training Roomavailable in Belmont – Contact us
Transport – 8 ton tray truck with container hooks, looking for work two or three days a week in Belmont or Perth Metro area. Contact us
Do you belong to a Club or Organisation that is suffering Membership decline? Belmont BPW is hosting an Open Forum with Guest Speaker Dr John Carlson for members of all Club’s – service clubs, community organisations, sporting clubs, NFP’s, Venue: Function Room, The Belmont, 15th September 5pm-7pm, details bookings www.belmontbec.com/events
AusIndustry new Entrepreneurs Infrastructure Programme – Finding the time and having the expertise to work on your business, rather than in your business, can be a major challenge, but the rewards for doing so can be significant in terms of growing your business and improving your competitiveness and productivity. Further info at www.business.gov.au
Timber sector and small business New laws to start in November require timber importers to guarantee that any imported timber is legally logged. If you don’t, you could face jail. But government reports say it’s impossible to comply… Want the further info Contact us
Free Legal Advice: Have a business legal issue you would like to discuss with a lawyer? Monthly 30min appointments available at the Belmont BEC. For bookings Contact us
Small Business Skill Development for today’s busy Entrepreneur
Recorded Webinars for Online – Anytime – Fast Track your Training
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us
* Webinars Recordings marked * are FREE to attend.
* Special Offer to Friends of Belmont BEC Members – one free webinar in September valued at $30 – email [email protected]
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 9479 3777.
News Update – August 2014
Gain Media & Promotion for you and your Business!
Complete your application into the 21st Belmont Small Business Awards, entries close September.
Visit: www.belmontbec.com/awards
FREE Weekly Awards Info Sessions. FREE Business mentors available to assist with your submission preparation Contact us
Complete our TCF Energy Survey
18 prizes to win valued over $2180 includes iPad mini, cartons of Margaret River Red & White wine & more! Short survey is on any aspect of energy savings in your small business www.tcfaustralia.com/onlineenergysurvey
Newsflash– Belmont BEC & TCF Global commences International APEC Pilot Online Training and Mentoring for Women in Small Business through the BPW Business Incubator Project. In conjunction with The Chinese Taipei Foundation for Women’s Rights Promotion and Development – Belmont BEC & TCF Global will provide online small business skills to women in Chinese Taipei, Republic of Korea, The Philippines, Chile and Australia. Visit: www.bpwbusinessincubator.com/apec
Single Business Service launched by Department of Industry
Streamlining the way Australian businesses access industry information and services. A contact centre and a face-to-face business facilitation network to link interested businesses with relevant programmes and services. Visit www.business.gov.au or Phone 13 28 46.
Grants available for your Business Visit www.business.gov.au/GrantFinder/GrantFinder.aspx Learn tips of applying for Grant Submission and Tenders – book our online webinar or recording www.belmontbec.com/webinars
Reminder– Nifnex Speed Networking Record Join the Guinness Book event for Nifnex Speed Networking, Perth Town Hall, 8 August, 10am-4p. For more information on the event visit: http://nifnexreview.com/nifnex-speed-business-networking-perths-guinness-book-of-records-attempt/
Reminder– SwitchMYLoan – Date a Lender – find the best home loan – Applecross, 7pm, 7 August http://www.switchmyloan.com.au/date-a-lender – few spaces are still available.
Revised Debt collection guideline released
ACCC and ASIC have released a revised Debt collection guideline: for collectors and creditors to assist creditors, collectors and debtors re rights and obligations.
Access to IBISWorld Industry Business Forecast Reports IBISWorld – up to date business & industry research & forecast reports on over 500 industries including statistics and analysis. Belmont BEC members can access IBIS reports at our BBEC office to better assist you in business planning and national industry research. Contact us for for details.
Join Friends of Belmont BEC network and receive unique benefits for you and your business; Bronze, Silver & Gold Levels available; Membership is tax deductible. Opportunities for Corporate Sponsors and supporters. Visit www.belmontbec.com/membership
ONLINE Business Advisors, Mentors, Coaching
Starting a Business, business management – Geoffrey Hawke
Marketing and promoting your business – Dennis Chiron
Business Planning, financial specialist – Jeya Ramanathan
Strategic Planning, global supply chains and opportunities – Carol Hanlon
Contact us for bookings and rates
Belmont Business ‘Ask An Expert’ Sundowner, Wednesday, 27 August, 5-7pm
Meet experts on Business Analysis, Property Investments, Loans & Finance, Legal Contracts, Websites, Computer IT Management, Energy Efficiency, Accounting and Bookkeeping. Make new business contacts; Join us at the Function Room, The Belmont, 174 Wright St. Belmont. Free Entry, Nibbles sponsored by The Belmont, Drinks at Bar Prices, 5pm-7pm, Door Prizes valued over $200, Bookings Essential: www.belmontbec.com/events
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Monthly Energy Tip
Lighting can account for between 20 and 80% of energy consumption in commercial buildings, including; shops, offices, factories, warehouses….
Up to 80% of this energy can be saved through efficient lighting solutions. Sometimes the capital cost to change and upgrade lighting may seem high and prevent you from taking action, however in many cases the capital pay back to upgrade can be less than 1 year. Leasing the lights over a 2 year period would insure no capital outlay with over 50% of the savings back from day one. Register for your FREE Energy Business Mentor! www.tcfaustralia.com/tcfaenergyform
Save Money – Reduce Energy in your business – FREE Fact Sheets on range of 8 energy efficiency topics. Email [email protected]
Book your ONLINE FREE Energy Efficiency webinars or recordings here: www.tcaustralia.com/calendar
Virus Tips from Computer Consultants Professionals
Not sure how to detect if your computer has a virus? Try free virus detection tools MalwareBytes and TDSSkiller. Clean scans mean you’re probably not infected. Stubborn infections may require other tools, and professional assistance. For further assistance contact Lee Sanders, CCP www.ccp.com.au
Content Marketing = invest in creating quality engaging content that educates and informs your target customer profile = the more sales you will make. Read more: https://website-designs.com/online-marketing/content-marketing/content-marketing-101/
Apply for Free Mentoring
MY Business Incubator Project provides FREE online training & mentoring support to small business across Western Australia. Register now at www.belmontbec.com/mybiform
Other Opportunities
Also available under the BPW Business Incubator project providing online training & mentoring to women in business anywhere in Australia. Register at www.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform
NEWS
The Australian retail sector is in the midst of its third major revolution in 50 years, says Myer CEO Bernie Brookes. Contact us for the full story.
Research Report on WA Retail Trading Hours– a look at the effects of Weeknight and Sunday Trading on Small Retail Businesses in WA. Contact us for the full report.
ISS Institute 2014 Fellowships, now available – AgriFood International Fellowships $10,000 closes: August and Transport & Logistics International Fellowships $12,500 www.issinstitute.org.au
Free Legal Advice: Have a business legal issue you would like to discuss with a lawyer? Monthly 30min appointments available at the Belmont BEC. For bookings Contact us
Combined Small Business Alliance of WA Inc. (CosBA) Interested in the latest news on WA Small Business Policy and Updates? Visit www.cosba.com.au
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
‘Live’ Webinars – Online Training from your office or home
www.belmontbec.com/webinars
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us for info.
Can’t make the time or date – request a recording!
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 9479 3777. All our Webinars are live presentations that require you to have internet access with audio or can be accessed via telephone linkage.Never attended a webinar? visit our user friendly guide available online
*All Energy Efficiency Webinars & Recordings are FREE to attend.
Short Term Office Hire, Meeting Rooms– hourly rates
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News Update – July 2014
Belmont BEC News update
July, 2014
Promote your business achievements!
Entries now being accepted for the 21st Belmont Small Business Awards. Visit: www.belmontbec.com/awards
FREE Weekly Awards Info Sessions. FREE Business mentors available to assist with your submission preparation – bookings essential Contact us
False billing scams hit small businesses
ACCC is warning small business about false billing scams after reports revealed a 45 per cent increase in complaints. To learn more about scams, watch this SCAMwatch warning video visit the SCAMwatch website, register for SCAMwatch radar alerts or Small business scams factsheet
Unfair Contract Terms
Participate in a WA survey to share your experiences of unfair contracts: www.smallbusiness.wa.gov.au/contract-terms-survey Survey closes 11 July.
Small Business Disputes
Find the information you need to resolve a business dispute, and identify the most appropriate low-cost dispute resolution service. Dispute Support is available at www.asbc.gov.au/disputesupport
Nifnex Speed Networking
Join the Guinness Book event for Nifnex Speed Networking, Perth Town Hall, 8 August, 10am-4pm
Belmont BEC and TCFWA has affiliated with the Guinness Book event running at Perth Town Hal on the 8th August. Partnered with the City of Perth with backing from AusIndustry and other sponsors, Nifnex Speed Business Networking is set to smash the Guinness Book of World record collectively as a business community. More info on the event: http://nifnexreview.com/nifnex-speed-business-networking-perths-guinness-book-of-records-attempt/
ONLINE Business Advisors, Mentors, Coaching available
Contact us for bookings
Starting a Business, business management – Geoffrey Hawke
Marketing and promoting your business – Dennis Chiron
Business Planning, financial specialist – Jeya Ramanathan
Business Analysis, specialist services – Ehsan Shahsavand
Strategic Planning, global supply chains and opportunities – Carol Hanlon
Apply for Free Mentoring
MY Business Incubator Project provides FREE online training & mentoring support to small business across Western Australia. Register now at www.belmontbec.com/mybiform
Other Mentoring Opportunities
Also available under the BPW Business Incubator project providing online training & mentoring to women in business anywhere in Australia. Register at www.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform
Belmont Business ‘Ask an Expert’ Sundowner, Wednesday, 30 July, 5-7pm
Meet Your Local Members – Glenys Godfrey MLA, Member for Belmont MLA & Samantha Rowe MLC, Member for East Metropolitan Region
An open forum to share your small business issues and concerns – red tape, regulations, budget concerns, consumer and community confidence. Update on City of Belmont campaign against amalgamation.
Meet experts on Marketing, Websites, Computer & IT Management, Legal, Accounting, Bookkeeping, Loans and Energy Efficiency. Build your business networks – those attending will have a chance to introduce themselves and their business. Join us at the Function Room, The Belmont, 174 Wright St. Belmont. Free Entry, Nibbles sponsored by The Belmont, Drinks at Bar Prices, 5pm-7pm, Door Prizes valued over $200, Bookings Essential: www.belmontbec.com/events
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Monthly Energy Tip
Make a plan to be energy efficient every month of the year with our monthly energy-saving tips.
Keep the Cold Out – Plug energy leaks with weather stripping and caulking, and be sure your office is properly insulated to save up to 20% on energy bills.
Book your FREE Energy Business Mentor, Register www.tcfaustralia.com/tcfaenergyform
Book ONLINE FREE energy efficiency webinars or recordings onwww.tcaustralia.com/calendar
New acronyms NCA and EP&L may be the newest flavours
From Copenhagen Fashion Summit, the Sustainable Fashion Academy held a symposium on Natural Capital Accounting (NCA) for policy makers, organizations, designers and other interested parties. NCA is a way to value the finite stock of natural assets (air, water and land) provided free of charge by nature, which are used by a range of industries to provide consumer goods and services.
Puma’s Environmental Profit & Loss (EP&L) accounting which now will become the standard for the whole group. “By 2016 all companies in the Kering family will be doing EP&L,” This means companies like Gucci and Stella McCartney soon will be show-casing how their production can affect ecosystems and natural capital consumption.
NEWS
Combined Small Business Alliance of WA Inc. (CosBA) – Interested in the latest news on WA Small Business Policy and Updates? Visit www.cosba.com.au
A simple merchandising message from Retail Consultant John Stanley. Looking at merchandising in this part of the world there is one simple message.. keep it simple. When it comes to displays we often make displays too complicated. Look at the innovators in the market place and they are focused on a simple message using simple props and a few products. The challenge with simple is that it often takes more …… contact us for the link to the full story and introduction to John Stanley & Associates.
Win an Autographed John Stanley Retail Book – Send us your top tip for retail displays and go in the draw for an autographed copy of John Stanley’s Book, ‘Just About Everything a Retail Manager Needs to Know’.
FREE LEGAL ADVICE:Have a business legal issue you would like to discuss with a lawyer? Monthly 30min appointments available at the Belmont BEC. For bookings contact us
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
‘Live’ Webinars – Online Training from your office or home
www.belmontbec.com/webinars
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us for info.
Can’t make the time or date – request a recording!
08 Jul Starting Your New Business – Live Webinar
08 Jul Marketing on a Budget
09 Jul Measuring Energy Usage in Your Business – Recording*
09 Jul Monitoring your Energy Bills in Your Business*
09 Jul Belmont Small Business Awards Information Session
09 Jul TCF Global Sourcing Opportunities
10 Jul Strategies for Off Shore Sourcing
10 Jul Importing & Exporting
11 Jul Free Legal Advice
15 Jul Starting Your New Business – LIVE Workshop
15 Jul Pricing, Costing & Cashflow
16 Jul Tips on Saving Energy in Your Business – Recording*
16 Jul Energy Efficiency Accreditation*
16 Jul Belmont Small Business Awards Info Session Workshop
16 Jul How To Write a Tender or Grant Submission
17 Jul Starting a Fashion Label
17 Jul Manufacturing Pitfalls
22 Jul Writing Your Business Plan
22 Jul Italian Fashion Media – How to get noticed
23 Jul Energy Usage in your Supply Chains – Upstream & Downstream*
23 Jul Reduce Costs in Air conditioning*
23 Jul Belmont Small Business Awards Webinar
23 Jul Licence your Trademarks & Designs
24 Jul Reduce Lighting Costs in your Business*
24 Jul Reduce Office Equipment Energy Costs*
24 Jul Get noticed by the Media
29 Jul How to Grow your business
29 Jul Ethical Fashion
29 Jul Sustainable Sourcing
30 Jul ‘Ask an Expert’ Belmont BEC Sundowner
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 9479 3777. All our Webinars are live presentations that require you to have internet access with audio or can be accessed via telephone linkage.Never attended a webinar? visit our user friendly guide available online
Friends of Belmont BEC Members receive one Free Webinar during July. Contact us to nominate the topic of your choice.
*All Energy Efficiency Webinars & Recordings are FREE to attend.
Short Term Office Hire, Meeting Rooms– hourly rates
OFFICE SPACE | TRAINING ROOM | SHOWROOM | CONTACT US
News Update – June 2014
Belmont BEC News update
June, 2014
Be recognised for your business achievements!
Entries now open 21st Belmont Small Business Awards www.belmontbec.com/awards
FREE Weekly Awards Info Sessions. Business mentors available to assist with your submission preparation. Contact us
NEW LOCATION! Belmont Business ‘Ask An Expert’ Sundowner, Wednesday, 25 June, 5-7pm
Meet experts on Marketing, Websites, Computer IT Management, Legal, Accounting, Bookkeeping and Loans. Make new business contacts; Join us at the Function Room, The Belmont, 174 Wright St. Belmont. Free Entry, Nibbles sponsored by The Belmont, Drinks at Bar Prices, 5pm-7pm, Door Prizes valued over $200, Bookings Essential. www.belmontbec.com/events
ONLINE Business Advisors, Mentors, Coaching available
Contact us for bookings
Starting a Business, business management – Geoffrey Hawke
Marketing and promoting your business – Dennis Chiron
Business Planning, financial specialist – Jeya Ramanathan
Strategic Planning, global supply chains and opportunities – Carol Hanlon
Nifnex Speed Networking
Join the Guinness Book event for Nifnex Speed Networking, Perth Town Hall, 8 August, 10am-4pm
Belmont BEC and TCFWA has affiliated with the Guinness Book event running at Perth Town Hal on the 8th August. Partnered with the City of Perth with backing from AusIndustry and other sponsors, Nifnex Speed Business Networking is set to smash the Guinness Book of World record collectively as a business community. More info on the event: http://nifnexreview.com/nifnex-speed-business-networking-perths-guinness-book-of-records-attempt/
Apply for Free Mentoring
MY Business Incubator Project provides FREE online training & mentoring support to small business across Western Australia. Register now at www.belmontbec.com/mybiform
Other Opportunities
Also available under the BPW Business Incubator project providing online training & mentoring to women in business anywhere in Australia. Register at www.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Monthly Energy Tip
Make sure your heating/cooling thermostat is set to a 2°C range of 22°C
FREE copy Energy Efficiency Air Conditioning Fact Sheet, Webinar, Recording on how to reduce and manage your air-conditioning and heating costs. Book your FREE Energy Business Mentor, Register www.tcfaustralia.com/tcfaenergyform
Book ONLINE FREE energy efficiency webinars or recordings onwww.tcaustralia.com/calendar
NEWS
ASIC Small Business Survey– Have you used services from ASIC, like to provide feedback on the small business services provided
https://www.deloittedtermine.com/SPSSMR/ImageCache/ImageCache.aspx?project=ASICSMBS003L&file=default.htm
Online Shopping Cart Abandonment – average rate of shopping carts abandoned are averaging 60-70%, to understand the reasons why and develop top strategies to bring those shoppers back to increase your revenue. Contact us for the Bronto report.
Small Business Employment Fact Sheet – Fairwork Ombudsman provides Termination of Employment Fact Sheet dealing with Unfair Dismissal and Redundancy http://www.fairwork.gov.au/resources/fact-sheets/conditions-of-employment/pages/termination-of-employment-fact-sheet
Retail Innovation – How retailers are using the new “ibeacons” to enagage effectively with customers. Contact us for the report.
FREE LEGAL ADVICE:Have a business legal issue you would like to discuss with a lawyer? Monthly 30min appointments available at the Belmont BEC. Bookings contact us
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
‘Live’ Webinars – Online Training from your office or home
www.belmontbec.com/webinars
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us for info.
Can’t make the time or date – request a recording!
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 9479 3777. All our Webinars are live presentations that require you to have internet access with audio or can be accessed via telephone linkage.Never attended a webinar? visit our user friendly guide available online
Short Term Office Hire, Meeting Rooms– hourly rates
OFFICE SPACE | TRAINING ROOM | SHOWROOM | CONTACT US
News Update – May 2014
Belmont BEC News update
May, 2014
Congratulations to Belmont BEC & Founding Manager, Carol Hanlon – celebrating 20 years of service and support for the small business community.
During this time Belmont BEC has supported in excess of 24,000 new and existing small businesses. Special thanks to all Belmont BEC Committee, Advisors, Mentors, Presenters, Staff, Volunteers, Sponsors and Supporters who have assisted since 1994.
21st Belmont Small Business Awards is now open for nominations and entries.
Application forms can be downloaded at www.belmontbec.com/awards. To apply for a business mentor to assist with your submission contact us
*New Location* Belmont Business Sundowner, May 28th
May Guest Speakers include Oliver Moon, CEO, Combined Small Business Alliance of WA Inc. (CoSBA); Malav Oza, PKF Lawler McGillivray; Zeeshan Pasha, The Nifnex Review; and join with numerous experts on Energy Efficiency, Legal, Accounting, Bookkeeping, Loans, Insurance and eCommerce. Build your business networks.
Function Room, The Belmont, 174 Wright St. Belmont. Free Entry, Nibbles sponsored by The Belmont, Drinks at Bar Prices, 5pm-7pm, Door Prizes valued at $200.Bookings essential www.belmontbec.com/events
10th Designedge Innovation Festival
10th Designedge Innovation Festival – a vast array of ONLINE webinars, events and networking events, ends May 29th, view all festival activities www.belmontbec.com/2014innovation
Special Membership Offer
Join in May for 12 months Membership benefits to June 2015 and receive 2 months for free, contact us to receive more details.
Membership is tax deductible and receive member benefits www.belmontbec.com/membership
Apply for Free Mentoring
MY Business Incubator providing online support to small business across Western Australia
Would you like to access free mentoring and free business online training to assist your business growth and development? Register at www.belmontbec.com/mybiform
Other Opportunities
Also available under the BPW Business Incubator project providing online training & mentoring to women in business anywhere in Australia. Register at www.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Monthly Energy Tip
Disable screen savers & set sleep function to 5 minutes inactive & buy only LCD or LED display monitors
Make a plan to be energy efficient every month of the year with our monthly energy-saving tips.
Contact us for your Free Mentor to assist you one /one with your specific energy usage problems, or Fact Sheets, Online Webinars, Recordings that cover 8 topics to help you lower your energy costs and save money. Register for your free mentor at www.tcfaustralia.com/tcfaenergyform
Don’t forget to book for our FREE webinars orregister for our FREE Helpline & Energy Mentoring www.belmontbec.com/calendar
NEWS
ASIC Small Business Survey– Have you used services from ASIC, like to provide feedback on the small business services provided
https://www.deloittedtermine.com/SPSSMR/ImageCache/ImageCache.aspx?project=ASICSMBS003L&file=default.htm
Country of Origin Labelling – Penalties up to $1.1million
Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has new guidance to assist firms when making country of origin claims when labelling your products. Ensure you have a clear understanding of these regulations, including content and care labelling being used. Contact us for a copy of the report
Access to IBISWorld Industry Business Forecast Reports
IBISWorld – up to date research & forecast reports on over 500 industries, including statistics and analysis. Belmont BEC members can access IBIS reports at our BBEC office to better assist you in business planning and national industry research. Contact us
FREE LEGAL ADVICE:Have a business legal issue you would like to discuss with a lawyer? Monthly 30min appointments available at the Belmont BEC. Bookings contact us
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
‘Live’ Webinars – Online Training from your office or home
www.belmontbec.com/webinars
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us for info.
Can’t make the time or date – request a recording!
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 9479 3777. All our Webinars are live presentations that require you to have internet access with audio or can be accessed via telephone linkage.Never attended a webinar? visit our user friendly guide available online
Office Hire & Meeting Rooms– hourly or daily rates
HOT DESKS | OFFICE SPACE | TRAINING ROOM | SHOWROOM | CLEARANCE SALES
News Update – April 2014
Belmont BEC News update
April, 2014
Special Membership Offer
3 months Free Membership Offer Friends of Belmont BEC
Join in April for 12 months Membership benefits to June 2015 and receive 3 months for free, contact us to receive more details
Membership is tax deductible and receive your FBEC benefits www.belmontbec.com/membership
Belmont Business Sundowner, April 30th
Meet our April Guest Speakers – Mayor City of Belmont, Cr Phil Marks; The Nifnex Review Zeeshan Pasha; Website Blitz Paul Barden and join with numerous experts on Energy Efficiency, Legal, Accounting, Bookkeeping, Loans, Insurance and eCommerce. Build your business networks.
150 East Bar & Restaurant, 150 Great Eastern Highway, Ascot. Free Entry, Happy Hour, Nibbles sponsored by 150 East. 5pm-7pm, Bookings Essential. Door Prizes valued $250.
Book online www.belmontbec.com/events
NEWSFLASH: 21st Belmont Small Business Awards
Soon to be launched an official VIP BEC Member Event, nominations are now being called , entries open may 9th – email mailto:[email protected]?subject=Belmont%20Small%20Business%20Award%20Nominations
10th Designedge Innovation Festival
Action packed month of workshops, forums, displays, webinars and networking events, contact us for the full program
MY BUSINESS COACHING
Bookings Now Open
Are you taking time to work ON your business and are you only working IN it! My Business Coaching services are what you need to take your business to the next level and give you a competitive advantage. Contact us to arrange your tailored business development program.
Apply for Free Mentoring
MY Business Incubator providing online support to small business across Western Australia
Would you like to access free mentoring and free business online training to assist your business growth and development? Register at www.belmontbec.com/mybiform
Other Opportunities
Also available under the BPW Business Incubator project providing online training & mentoring to women in business anywhere in Australia. Register at www.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Monthly Energy Tip
Recycling Paper
Paper labelled as “recycled paper” does not necessarily mean it is 100% recycled paper, it could mean anything from 100 percent true recycled paper (great!) to one per cent remanufactured ends of large paper rolls (not that much help). Look for the percentage and type of recycled content, which you should find next to the recycled symbol, The more “post-consumer” recycled content the better.
Every tonne of paper recycled saves almost 13 trees, 4,100 kilowatts of electricity and more than 30,000 litres (7,900 gallons) of water.
Make a plan to be energy efficient every month of the year with our monthly energy-saving tips.
Contact us for your Free Mentor to assist you one /one with your specific energy usage problems, or Fact Sheets, Online Webinars, Recordings that cover 8 topics to help you lower your energy costs and save money. Register for your free mentor at www.tcfaustralia.com/tcfaenergyform
Don’t forget to book for our FREE webinars orregister for our FREE Helpline & Energy Mentoring www.belmontbec.com/calendar
MY Business Incubator VIRTUAL Office Services
Hourly or Daily Rates
HOT DESKS | OFFICE SPACE | TRAINING ROOM | SHOWROOM | PRODUCT LAUNCH | CLEARANCE SALES |
NEWS
Cybersecurity Alert – Heartbleed
Ensure your website is updated with security patches, upgrades and
check with your webhosting provider or contact us to link with Website Blitz to receive a website checker.
Our Changing Markets, From the Desk of Phil Ruthven
In our new age, which supplanted the Industrial Age in the mid-1960s, we have become a market-oriented economy, not a production-pushed one. The customer is king (or queen), not the producer: It’s a buyer’s market most of the time, not a seller’s market. Contact us for a copy of the full report
Have your say on the future of franchising
http://www.business.gov.au/Newsandfeatures/2014/Apr/Pages/Have-your-say-on-the-future-of-franchising.aspx
ABS Small Business Stats – most small businesses don’t have any staff and turnover of between $50,000 and $200,000.
When it comes to revenue numbers, the majority of businesses in operation at June 2013 had turnover of between $50,000 and $200,000 (34.5 per cent), followed by those with turnover between $200,000 and $2 million (32.3 per cent), and then those with revenue of less than $50,000 (26.8 per cent). Like the full report, contact us
Want to simplify super payments for your employees
http://www.business.gov.au/Newsandfeatures/2014/Apr/Pages/Want-to-simplify-super-payments-for-your-employees.aspx
Perth Runway for a Cause, May 17-18
A fashion weekend charity event supporting Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation featuring over 20 WA designers. If you are interested in participating or attending Perth Runway For A Cause, contact us
FREE LEGAL ADVICE:Have a business legal issue you would like to discuss with a lawyer? Monthly 30min appointments available at the Belmont BEC. Bookings contact us
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
‘Live’ Webinars – Online Training from your office or home
www.belmontbec.com/webinars
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us for info.
Can’t make the time or date – request a recording!
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 9479 3777. All our Webinars are live presentations that require you to have internet access with audio or can be accessed via telephone linkage.Never attended a webinar? visit our user friendly guide available online
News Update – March 2014
Belmont BEC News update
March, 2014
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MY Business Incubator VIRTUAL Office Services
HOT DESKS | OFFICE SPACE | TRAINING ROOM | SHOWROOM | PRODUCT LAUNCH | CLEARANCE SALES |
Looking to grow your home based business –contact us
Private office to meet your clients on an hourly or daily basis? Hot Desk on ‘as needs’ basis. Services Available Reception | Mail | Secretarial| Messages | Parking | Wifi | Temp Staff| Catering | Air-con | Lunch Van | Business Advisory Support | Business Coaching | Newsletters | Web Services | Social Media
Belmont Business Sundowner, March 26th
Join us for monthly guest speakers and networking at 150 East Bar & Restaurant, 150 Great Eastern Highway, Ascot. Free Entry, Happy Hour, Nibbles sponsored by 150 East. 5pm-7pm, Bookings Essential.
Book onlinewww.belmontbec.com/events
New Australian Privacy Principles commence March 12, 2014
Is your business prepared for the new Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) on how ‘business’ and government agencies can collect, store and handle individuals’ personal information. Penalties up to $1.7 million against non-compliant organisations. Join Belmont BEC Webinar ‘Understanding the Australian Privacy Changes’ presented by Lawyer Jules Lewin, Charthill Legal or book a recording if you can’t make our ‘live’ session. BBEC Members can also contact us for 10 tips to get started on your APP Privacy Update checklist for your business
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Reminder: Celebrate International Women’s Day, March 8th 12-2pm buffet lunch and great speakers. www.belmontbec.com/IWD2014
Reminder: Networking Forum for Small Business, March 10th 5pm-6pm,Share your small business issues with Hon Bernie Ripoll MP, Hon Kate Doust MLC, Hon Samantha Rowe MLC. Bookings www.belmontbec.com/events
Free Legal Advice
Have a business legal issue you would like to discuss? Monthly 30min appointments available at the Belmont BEC. Bookings contact us
MY BUSINESS COACHING
Bookings Now Open
Are you taking time to work ON your business and are you only working IN it! My Business Coaching services are what you need to take your business to the next level and give you a competitive advantage. Contact us to arrange your tailored business development program.
Apply for Free Mentoring
MY Business Incubator providing online support to small business across Western Australia
Would you like to access free mentoring and free business online training to assist your business growth and development? Register atwww.belmontbec.com/mybiform
Other Opportunities
Also available under the BPW Business Incubator project providing online training & mentoring to women in business anywhere in Australia. Register at www.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform
Access to IBISWorld Industry Reports
IBISWorld produce comprehensive, up to date research & forecast reports on over 500 industries, including statistics and analysis. Belmont BEC/TCFWA members can access IBISreports at our office to better assist you in business planning. Contact us for more information.
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Monthly Energy Tip
Be aware of which items use the most energy and where energy can be saved : 20-40% of energy can be saved through no cost or low cost actions. If you are unsure of where your energy is being consumed ‘low cost energy monitors’ can be purchased that connect to your power supply and give instant and recorded energy usage. This will enable you to understand your energy usage and assist with taking actions to reduce it.
TCF Australia Energy Tip provided by Craig Benporath, GreenHouse International
Make a plan to be energy efficient every month of the year with our monthly energy-saving tips.
Don’t forget to book for our FREE webinars or register for our FREE Helpline & Energy Mentoring www.belmontbec.com/calendar
NEWS
Scams….Don’t let your business get caught out…
http://www.business.gov.au/Newsandfeatures/2014/febPages/Be-on-your-toes-for-scams.aspx
Social Media BEWARE! Your business is legally responsible for both your own or your staff’s social media comments for any reputational harm caused to another business through posting comments online. Like more information contact us
eCommerce Facts & Fiqures 2013
Australians spent $15 billion shopping online during 2013. 70% was spent in Australian online stores. 90% of goods purchased online were less than $100.Less than 3% of transactions were for goods costing more than $250 Source: Design Identity
Know a Small Business impacted by Fire, Flood or Disasters – Refer them to one of our of FREE Mentoring support programs www.belmontbec.com
Enterprise Connect – Grants for Group Business Reviews & Tailored Business Advisory Like to have one/one tailored business advisory for your business and those in your supply chain (up to 5 firms) for business improvement, strategic business issues and identify pathways for growth. (Group Reviews/Advisory $120,000). Like further info contact us
Combined Small Business Alliance of WA Inc. (CosBA) Interested in the latest news on WA Small Business Policy and Updates visit www.cosba.com.au
Do you provide Business Advice, Mentoring, Facilitation? Interested to get formal accreditation to provide small business mentoring, advisory and facilitation. Apply to Australian Institute of Enterprise Facilitators email [email protected] view requirements & benefits www.aief.org.au
Looking for what Grants may be available for your Business?Visit www.business.gov.au/GrantFinder/GrantFinder.aspx Like to learn the tips of applying for Grant Submission and Tenders – book our webinar or recording online www.belmontbec.com/webinars
Volunteers Wanted as a Non Profit community organisations Belmont BEC & TCFWA rely on the assistance of our volunteer network, if you have a skill or expertise you would like to share with our small businesses or can help us with data input, admin, marketing, social media then please contact us
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
‘Live’ Webinars – Online Training from your office or home
www.belmontbec.com/webinars
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us for info.
Can’t make the time or date – request a recording!
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 9479 3777. All our Webinars are live presentations that require you to have internet access with audio or can be accessed via telephone linkage.Never attended a webinar? visit our user friendly guide available online
News Update – February 2014
Newsflash
Belmont BEC releases MY Business Incubator VIRTUAL Office Services
HOT DESKS | OFFICE SPACE | TRAINING ROOM | SHOWROOM | CLEARANCE SALES
Looking to grow your home based business – contact us
Private office to meet your clients on an hourly or daily basis? Hot Desk on ‘as needs’ basis. Services Available Reception | Mail | Secretarial| Messages | Parking | Wifi | Temp Staff| Catering | Air-con | Lunch Van | Business Advisory Support | Business Coaching | Newsletters | Web Services | Social Media
Belmont Business Sundowner, February 26th
Join us for monthly guest speakers and networking at 150 East Bar & Restaurant, 150 Great Eastern Highway, Ascot. Free Entry, Happy Hour, Nibbles sponsored by 150 East. 5pm-7pm, Bookings Essential.
Book onlinewww.belmontbec.com/calendar
Nifnex Influential 100 Awards
Hyatt Regency Perth, 27th February
The top 100 Most Influential individuals within Perth’s Small Business Community will be honoured at the Gala Cocktail Awards Evening with The Honourable Lord Mayor City of Perth Lisa Scaffidi as the Guest of Honour.
Purchase Tickets
Celebrate International Women’s Day
Saturday March 8th 12-2pm
Bring a friend and celebrate a Japanese Asian Buffet Lunch $35 includes wine & soft drinks.
Guest Speakers
Jana Vodesil-Baruffi, Artist ‘Permanent Impressions’ & Carina Hoang, Publisher & Award Winning Author ‘Boat People’ will share their inspirational stories. BPW Candle Lighting Ceremony will celebrate women around the globe.Raffle to assist rebuild the TCF Ormoc Sewing Centres, damaged through Typhoon Yolanda.
Bookings www.belmontbec.com/IWD2014
MY BUSINESS COACHING
Bookings Now Open
Are you taking time to work ON your business and are you only working IN it! My Business Coaching services are what you need to take your business to the next level and give you a competitive advantage. Contact us to arrange your tailored business development program.
Rebuilding the TCF Ormoc Sewing Centres
A 40ft container of donated sewing machines, textiles, and sewing haberdashery and emergency relief items sailed for TCF OCCCI, Ormoc, Philippines on 8th Feb. Ormoc was in the path of Typhoon Yolanda that hit the Leyte Province late 2013. Thanks to all who donated items for the fundraising raffles and financial donations towards the shipping freight costs. A Special ‘big’ thankyou to the Zip Group & Gabriella Frattini Fashion Stores, Australia for donating hundreds of cartons of fashion garments and shoes for the Typhoon Survivors. Thanks also to our many volunteer packers.
John Stanley Retail Solutions
A global leader in retail advisory, John Stanley provides his ‘Keep Up – Trend Tips for 2014’ Tip 1) Baby Boomers and Millennial Kids Tip 2) The world’s largest store…is in their pocket Tip 3) Same Day Delivery. Like to read John’s full trend tips – contact us and receive introduction to register for the John Stanley Retail Newsletter.
Go in our February Lucky Draw for a John Stanley autographed book “Just about everything a retail manager needs to know’ by emailing us with your tip for surviving the tough times in retail.
Apply for Free Mentoring
MY Business Incubator providing online support to small business across Western Australia
Would you like to access free mentoring and free business online training to assist your business growth and development? Register atwww.belmontbec.com/mybiform
Other Opportunities
Also available under the BPW Business Incubator project providing online training & mentoring to women in business anywhere in Australia. Register at www.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform
Services provided by My Business Incubator and BPW Business Incubator are partly supported by the Australian Government.
NEWS
Why do shoppers abandon their carts in your online shop? 1,000 online shoppers were surveyed about their awareness of shopping cart technology. BEC Members who would like a copy of the Bronto | Magento full report “Why we Don’t Buy: Consumer Attitudes on Shopping Cart Abandonment. Contact us
Enterprise Connect – Grants for Group Business Reviews & Tailored Business Advisory
Like to have one/one tailored business advisory for your business and those in your supply chain (up to 5 firms) for business improvement, strategic business issues and identify pathways for growth. (Group Reviews/Advisory $120,000). Like further info contact us
Small business complaints to the ACCC up 84%, as businesses dob in their competition: The ACCC received almost 3,600 complaints from small businesses between July and December last year.ACCC deputy chair Michael Schaper comments “People will call up to find out about their responsibilities and things like what acceptable refund policies are, but they also complain about their competition. Schaper says not only do businesses dob in other businesses, but there have also been some whistle blowers.”
Australian Consumer Law and your business
Watch these easy-to-understand videos…
http://www.business.gov.au/Newsandfeatures/2014/feb/Pages/Australian-Consumer-Law-and-your-business.aspx
Combined Small Business Alliance of WA Inc. (CosBA) Interested in the latest news on WA Small Business Policy and Updates visit www.cosba.com.au
FREE LEGAL ADVICE: Have a business legal issue you would like to discuss? Monthly 30min appointments available at the Belmont BEC. Bookings contact us
Five legal matters to be aware of in 2014… http://www.business.gov.au/Newsandfeatures/2014/feb/Pages/Legal-essentials-for-your-business.aspx
Accreditation for Business Advisors, Mentors, Facilitators
Interested to get formal accreditation to provide small business mentoring, advisory and facilitation. Apply to Australian Institute of Enterprise Facilitators email [email protected] view requirements & benefits www.aief.org.au
Looking for what Grants may be available for your Business?Visit www.business.gov.au/GrantFinder/GrantFinder.aspx Like to learn the tips of applying for Grant Submission and Tenders – book our webinar or recording online www.belmontbec.com/webinars
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Air Conditioning accounts for about 40% of the energy consumption in most *businesses (*varies between businesses).
Every one-degree change will affect energy consumption by 10%. Settings should be maintained around 24°C when cooling and around 20°C when heating.
Like a Free copy of our Energy Efficiency Air Conditioning Fact Sheet, Webinar or Recording on how to reduce and manage your energy costs. Email us
Contact us for your Free Mentor to assist you one /one with your specific energy usage problems, or Fact Sheets, Online Webinars, Recordings that cover 8 topics to help you lower your energy costs and save money. Register for your free mentor at www.tcfaustralia.com/tcfaenergyform
Book ONLINE free energy efficiency webinars or recordings covering eight topicswww.belmontbec.com/calendar
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
‘Live’ Webinars – Online Training from your office or home
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us for info.
Can’t make the time or date – request a recording!
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 9479 3777. All our Webinars are live presentations that require you to have internet access with audio or can be accessed via telephone linkage.Never attended a webinar? visit our user friendly guide available online
News Update – January 2014
Belmont BEC News update
January, 2014
Happy New Year and best wishes for a successful year ahead in business.
Chinese New Year ‘Year of the Horse’ January 31st
Belmont Small Business Awards 2013
Congratulations to all the Small Business Award Winners and Finalists. View the Night of Stars www.belmontbec.com/awards
Belmont Business Sundowner, January 29th
Kick the year off with new business contacts! You and your staff are invited to join us for monthly networking at 150 East Bar & Restaurant, 150 Great Eastern Highway, Ascot. Free Entry, Nibbles sponsored by 150 East. 5pm-7pm, Bookings Essential.
Book online www.belmontbec.com/calendar
TCF Ormoc, Philippines
Help us rebuild the TCF Ormoc Sewing Centres, Philippines
Donations are still being accepted of sewing machines, textiles and financial contributions towards shipping costs for the next container due to leave end of January. TCF Ormoc was in the path of the recent devastation of Typhoon Yolanda where thousands lost their lives in the region. All assistance is very much appreciated email [email protected] if you can assist in any way. www.tcformoc.com
Nifnex Influential 100 Awards
Hyatt Regency Perth, 27th February
The top 100 Most Influential individuals within Perth’s Small Business Community will be honoured at the Gala Cocktail Awards Evening with The Honourable Lord Mayor City of Perth Lisa Scaffidi as the Guest of Honour.
Website Voting
Facebook Voting
Purchase Tickets
International Women’s Day
Saturday March 8th 12-2pm
Bring a friend and celebrate a Japanese Asian Buffet Lunch $35 includes wine & soft drinks.
Guest Speakers
Jana Vodesil-Baruffi, Artist ‘Permanent Impressions’ & Carina Hoang, Publisher & Award Winning Author ‘Boat People’ will share their inspirational stories. BPW Candle Lighting Ceremony will celebrate women around the globe.
Bookings www.belmontbec.com/IWD2014
MY BUSINESS COACHING
Bookings Now Open
2014 is the time to relook at your business goals, business plans and future strategic direction, as your client and market is changing as fast as their technology! My Business Coaching services are what you need to take your business to the next level and keep you on top of your competition. Contact us to arrange your tailored business development program.
Make a plan to be energy efficient
Make a plan to be energy efficient every month of the year with our monthly energy-saving tips.
Don’t forget to book for our FREE webinars or register for our FREE Helpline & Energy Mentoringwww.belmontbec.com/calendar
Apply for Free Mentoring
MY Business Incubator providing online support to small business across Western Australia
Would you like to access free mentoring and free business webinars to assist your business growth and development? Register atwww.belmontbec.com/mybiform
Other opportunities also available under the BPW Business Incubator projectproviding online support to women in business anywhere in Australia. Register atwww.belmontbec.com/bpwbiform
Services provided by My Business Incubator and BPW Business Incubator are partly supported by the Australian Government.
NEWS
Social Media Marketing Predictions for 2014
In 2014, social media will continue to be a necessity for small business marketing, not just a fad that will fade away.Contact us for the predictions
Scams – Beware of ‘monks’ collecting money
WA Consumer Protection have put out an alert to be aware of shaven headed men collecting money purporting to be monks. Information about how to avoid scams is available on WA. ScamNet: www.scamnet.wa.gov.au.
FREE LEGAL ADVICE: Have a business legal issue you would like to discuss? Monthly 30min appointments available at the Belmont BEC. Bookings contact us
Accreditation for Business Advisors, Mentors, Facilitators
Interested to get formal accreditation for your past experiences in providing small business mentoring, advisory and facilitation. Apply to Australian Institute of Enterprise Facilitators email [email protected] view requirements & benefitswww.aief.org.au
Trends @ MY Green Incubator
Air Conditioning accounts for about 40% of the energy consumption in most businesses, and accounts for about 70% of the building owner’s (common area) energy bills, and is the key contributor to peak demand charges. Contact us for Free Fact Sheet, Live Webinar, Recording or Free Mentor to help you lower your energy costs.
Or register at www.tcfaustralia.com/tcfaenergyform
Book ONLINE free energy webinars or recordings onwww.belmontbec.com/calendar
BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
‘Live’ Webinars – Online Training from your office or home
Improve your business skills to move into the new era of business!
Would you like to access $200 Training Voucher?
Join our webinars online through your iPad or iPhone – contact us for info.
Can’t make the time or date – request a recording!
To book for upcoming events visit www.belmontbec.com/calendar or contact us on 9479 3777. All our Webinars are live presentations that require you to have internet access with audio or can be accessed via telephone linkage.
Never attended a webinar? visit our user friendly guide available online
Opportunities
Special Offer – ‘two people for the price of one’ to attend a great selection of online webinars to grow your business. Email us to receive your special offer link. Bookings now available so don’t miss your chance to improve your skills and discover business opportunities.
View the full Calendar | Book now
Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) – an online register that protects your business when buying, selling or leasing out property including valuable goods, stock, vehicles, machinery, office equipment, crops and livestock – almost anything except real estate. Grace Period to register expires January 30th – For more info or register www.ppsr.gov.au
Access to IBISWorld Industry Reports
IBISWorld produce comprehensive, up to date research & forecast reports on over 500 industries, including statistics and analysis. Belmont BEC/TCFWA members can access IBISreports at our office to better assist you in business planning. Contact us for more information.
Volunteers Wanted – as a Non Profit community organisations Belmont BEC & TCFWA rely on the assistance of our volunteer network, if you have a skill or expertise you would like to share with our small businesses or can help us with data management, marketing and social media then please contact us
Training and Meeting room available – can be hire for hourly or daily rates. Free onsite parking incl. For further details please contact us