Here are ten ways to make sure that you continue to drive through each business quarter with purpose, vision and the courage to super-charge your business.

Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking webinar as we dive into the most influential figure in the post-war era—Donald Trump.

‘Uncertainty’ has been the defining phrase for the first half of the 2020s. The markets are unstable, supply chains have been wobbly and finding talent has been difficult. But as we head into 2025, and the second half of the decade, what are the major threats, opportunities and challenges that your business should focus on? We’ve highlighted five of the big business challenges.

Putting data at the heart of your growth strategy is a no-brainer. We’ve broken down five ways that data-based decision-making helps you grab the best opportunities and grow at pace.

Running any kind of business is tough work. But when you add in the additional challenges of running a family business, things can begin to get complicated – and personal!

As a business owner, it’s increasingly difficult to ride out the changing economic conditions and manage the financial ups and downs of doing business in 2024. According to recent data from the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), 11,053 companies went into administration in the 2023-24 financial year.

We’re living through what the World Economic Forum has called ‘The Fourth Industrial Revolution', and artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the formative technologies of this revolution. AI is no longer the stuff of science fiction. AI solutions and business tools are here right now, demonstrating new ways to operate, manage and staff your small business.

Successfully implementing change in your business Research by Kotter International found that more than 70% of change projects within a business fail. Why is this? The research findings show that employee engagement is the biggest factor. Whether it is a small change to one or two processes, or a company-wide change, it's common for staff to feel intimidated by it. So what can you do for successful implementation of change? Here are the principals from Kotter’s 8-Step Program:

Through shared knowledge, collective learning, and a supportive network, members of the subcommittee are empowered to thrive in their audit practices, driving positive outcomes for clients and reinforcing DFK’s position as a leader in the global accounting landscape.

“Less Than 15 – Bite-sized Business Bulletins” is designed to offer short, snappy, and succinct actionable interviews with experts from our own firms and from carefully selected guests in other fields that complement our work. Each episode is designed to deliver practical tips and valuable knowledge in under 15 minutes.

Session Details When: Thursday 31 October, 1pm AEDT Title: Fortify & Protect: 5 Essential Tips to enhance your cyber security position Presenter: Anna Furlong, Executive Director, The Virtual IT Department

When you’re running a business, it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day activity and lose sight of the big picture. Taking stock of the health of your business is important. Knowing where you are allows for more effective planning, early warning about any issues, and the chance to better chart a course for success.