Employment Hero’s Alex Hattingh on why the future of work is remote
SmartCompany sat down with Employment Hero chief people officer Alex Hattingh to talk about the biggest people challenges facing small businesses right now.
Adore Beauty COO Sarah Mullen on how Australia’s beauty disruptor focuses on innovation
Adore Beauty COO Sarah Mullen returns as a Smart50 judge for 2022. Here, she shares tips gleaned from her own e-commerce experience.
Talking community and the true potential of WoC-led startups with The Creative Co-Operative founder Priyanka Ashraf
Priyanka Ashraf worked in a number of businesses across the community function, and has herself built a community: The Creative Co-Operative.
The unbundling and rebundling of the bank: Prospa co-founder reflects on 10 years of business financing
Beau Bertoli reflects on the ways online finance has both changed and remained the same during Prospa's 10 years.
How Smart50 winners and new entries use shared values, fun and failure to motivate their people
Smart50 entries from last year and this year give us a look at the best practices and joys of leading people in a positive, supportive way.
Jane Lu on what retailers should focus on when money is tight for consumers
Jane Lu on staying ahead of the game in retail, and how storytelling and social savvy will see retailers through more than the tech talk.
Sustainable business and the path to taking your relationship with customers beyond the point of purchase
Smart50 Awards guest judge Michel Hogan talks sustainable business and how companies can get it right.
When sustainability isn’t viewed as ‘business critical’, it’s time for a rethink, says Julie Mathers
Economic hardships push sustainability down the priority list for consumers and businesses alike. We asked Julie Mathers how businesses can find a balance.
Last year’s Smart50 winner InstantScripts sees 10% increase in valuation following $5 million invesment
The recent investment from Bailador Technology Investments sees InstantScripts' valuation rise by $1.7 million.
My biggest mistake: Kim Teo, co-founder of Mr Yum
Mr Yum has collected more than $100 million in venture capital to date, helping it expand overseas and launch acquisitions of its own. And yet, along the way, mistakes were made.
Stratospheric satisfaction: How the fastest-growing SMEs turn customer service into growth
In this article, we break down exactly how three Smart50 businesses are adapting to changing customer demands to fuel growth.
Marketing in confusing times: Six pro tips for growth in 2022
Marketing is a very different kettle of fish post-pandemic. SmartCompany spoke to Lauren Oakes, CEO of Megaphone Marketing, and Sabri Suby, founder and head of growth at King Kong, to get their top tips on brand-building in 2022 and beyond.