CBA boss suggests ban on cash payments above $500
Cash payments above $500 should be banned to help curb the shadow economy, according to CBA CEO Matt Comyn, who outlined a bold suite of economic reform suggestions for the federal government at a banking summit on Tuesday.
The most popular startup stories on SmartCompany in 2023
From the death and rebirth of Milkrun, to CBA getting sued and the continued controversy around Boosting Female Founders, here are the most-read startup stories on SmartCompany in 2023.
The change management skills every business owner needs
There’s a reason an agile body and mind are so highly prized in competitive sports. Being able to change direction quickly and make good decisions lightning-fast and under pressure allows athletes to capitalise on unexpected opportunities. And, in doing so, to outsmart and outperform their opponents.
Empowering staff supports sound change management
It’s only by truly empowering your team that it’s possible to embrace change. That’s CERTECH Managing Director Andrés Runge’s message to other businesses exploring ways to navigate challenging times.
Be prepared: four change management tips for small businesses in 2024
Good change management is vital for modern leaders, on par with entrepreneurial characteristics such as being inspirational, strategic, organised and process driven.
Millennials and gen Z driving growth in the number of Aussie small business owners
The number of millennial and gen Z small business owners is on the rise according to research released by the Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
Small businesses embrace sophisticated change management strategies
Small businesses make up 97% of all commercial entities across the nation. They are involved in every aspect of society and are truly the country’s lifeblood.
Embracing the shift: change management
Introducing Embracing the shift: Change management stories from the best in SME, a video panel brought to you in partnership with CBA.
Former worker sues CBA-backed startup over 60-hour work week
CBA is being sued by a former employee of Unloan, owned by its VC arm x15ventures, for 60-hour work weeks and having to be across multiple roles.
Australia’s own Silicon Quantum Computing raises $50 million for commercialised quantum computers
Despite originally aiming for $130 million, Silicon Quantum Computing has landed $50 million in a sluggish funding environment.
Little Birdie launches e-commerce browser extension to help smaller retailers challenge big competitors
Australian e-commerce platform Little Birdie will today launch a new browser extension it claims will show shoppers the best possible deal, while allowing small retailers to meaningfully compete against their big business rivals.
Proptech startup :Different calls in administrators after unsuccessful bid to raise new funding
Property management startup :Different has entered into voluntary administration with KPMG after failing to receive additional funding.