“A domino effect”: The government’s coronavirus stimulus package doesn’t do much for startups
According to GO1 founder Vu Tran, while there are some helpful elements in the package for small businesses, startups might fall through the cracks.
“A world where I could make the rules”: Inside Joan Westenberg’s journey to entrepreneurship
Joan Westenberg saw her career opportunities dry up when she transitioned. But instead of letting it break her, she began her journey to entrepreneurship.
Tech jobs are scalable, tech skills can be learnt: Why startups are the future of the Australian economy
The economy is going to grow and scale. But that scale is going to come from technology companies, not legacy industries.
Forget MVP: Future innovation is dependent on having an MTP
From small business to startups, there is often an emphasis on the importance of MVP. But to create a positive impact today, you need an MTP.
Culture Amp co-founder, Startup Vic chief join new Victorian innovation taskforce
The Victorian government has formed a taskforce aimed at fostering local innovation and building global connections, and members include Culture Amp co-founder Didier Elzinga and Startup Victoria chief Judy Anderson.
A new SmartCompany: The what, why and how
Today marks a new chapter for SmartCompany. Here's what we’ve done, why we’ve done it, and how we built it.
Relax, recharge and reset: How founders can double-down on goal setting in 2020
Are you a startup founder looking to maximise the highs and minimise the lows? Check out Benjamin Chong's tips for goal setting in 2020.
The ‘little and subtle things’ keeping women out of startups — and what to do about them
Many 'little and subtle things' work together to keep women out of startups, according to Jacqui Barrett, a partner at Hall & Wilcox’s Frank Lab startup accelerator.
Ola’s boss says competition with Uber boosts driver earnings — but contractors are using multiple platforms to make ends meet
As multinationals such as Ola compete for Australia's rideshare market, contractors operating within the platforms say it's become harder to make ends meet.
Battery boom: The Aussie-made SME taking on Tesla as renewable storage evolves
RedEarth Energy is looking to take on Tesla in the household battery market as government support and surging demand drive growth.
Who really reads the fine print? Fintechs welcome ASIC’s hands-on approach to dodgy finance
ASIC says it will wield new powers to ensure financial services companies are playing good ball, arguing there's been an over-reliance on disclosure.
Take your business global: Ten tips to help Aussie startups make their mark overseas
Landing Pads helps startups and scale-ups grow overseas with 90-day residency programs. Here are 10 things globally ambitious startups must consider.
