Self-made millionaires follow a tried and tested formula that embraces success and hard work, writes Zaki Ameer. By Zaki Ameer Zaki Ameer was never interested in academic life. He failed at school, and began his entrepreneurial journey by selling cassettes to classmates. After moving to Australia to study for a Bachelor of Business, a chance… Read more »
While MLMs promise financial independence, flexibility and work-life balance, very few MLM sellers ever make any profit. Multi-level marketing (MLM) is a business model that relies on direct selling and consultants recruiting friends and relatives to also become consultants, salespeople or distributors. MLM salespeople sell products – such as beauty products, kitchen wares, essential oils… Read more »
While we think we are teaching our children how to run a business, they have a thing or two to teach us. Which is just one of the many lessons from a lemonade stand, writes Annette Densham. Across the country, there are thousands of people who are juggling growing their business with the needs of… Read more »
Steve Glaveski spoke with marketing luminary, Seth Godin, for an episode of the Future Squared podcast. Here are Seth Godwin lessons we should all know about. Of course, Seth Godin needs no introduction, but the TLDR of it is this – he’s the author of 19 books including titles such as Linchpin and Purple Cow, he… Read more »
Behind great family businesses are great relationships. So what’s the secret to running a successful business together … at home and at work? By Katrina Fox We asked for some sage wisdom from family-run businesses where the co-owners also happily cohabitate. Here’s what they reckon is important when you’re running a successful business together and staying… Read more »
There are two things you need to be successful: the right place and time and the right attitude. There’s a lot to be said for being in the right place at the right time. Whether it’s meeting a new love, being introduced to a future employer or just scoring a free drink, timing can be… Read more »
You’ve got a great idea for a side hustle to boost your income, but getting out there and promoting it just feels… awkward. Personal branding expert Amanda Williams has plenty of tips to help you master the art of self-promotion and really make a go of things. I am anything but a wallflower, having grown… Read more »
Research shows eight out of ten startups fail, so how do you know your idea has legs? David Wareing co-founder of GetReminded shares his six key startup tips. The startup tips you need to know 1. Find partners with complementary skills Although I may have had a great idea, I was well aware that I… Read more »
You don’t have to make contributions to your superannuation when you’re self-employed. But if you don’t have a sensible super strategy, you’re probably not going to love retirement. Firstly, congratulations. Taking control of your life by working for yourself is commendable. I salute you, because I know it’s not the easiest of paths to take.… Read more »
Damian Blumenkranc, founder of Creativa, started his first business at age 15. He shares his top entrepreneurship lessons for inspiring start-ups. Before launching one of the largest video production companies in Australia, Creativa, which won more than 80 awards and grew significantly over a decade, I sold modems. I was fifteen years old, living in… Read more »
