Setting up a purpose-driven business allows an owner to act on something bigger than the actual product or service, with Hunter Johnson CEO at The Man Cave and STUFF It requires conscious thought about the ‘why’ for your every business decision. Learn the ‘how’, and what the benefits of a purpose-driven business might be on…

Understanding how to manage the flow of money in and out of a creative business is always a challenge - and in a pandemic, even more so. The roller coaster of income and expenses, the 'famine and the feast', can be managed - but only with some expert advice and real-world examples to help. Cashflow…

This in-person workshop is a surprisingly fun event designed to encourage creative people to get to know each other, while acknowledging the horror, and sharing a few tips at the same time. While it’s a vital skill in the creative industries, many practitioners consider networking to be the stuff of nightmares. Networking Tips for Creatives…

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ARTS UPPER HUNTER Government funding, grants, awards and procurement are often held up as the holy grail of a successful arts business, but this revenue stream also takes hard work and patience. After all, there’s no such thing as ‘free money’. Funding Guidelines for Creatives showcases the basics of writing, winning, and…

This webinar is run by the Australian Taxation office. Running your small business from your home may cost you more in expenses such as electricity, gas, phone, furniture, and cars. Come to this one hour session to find out what expenses you can claim for tax deductions and how to calculate the amounts you can…

As regulatory oversight and compliance requirements continue to evolve, it is critical for businesses to stay ahead of the curve. During this event, you'll learn from NRA Legal’s expert workplace relations and safety leaders about the most pressing regulatory challenges and best practices for navigating them. Lindsay Carroll and Amy Lynes will provide valuable insights…

Want to start a business but don’t know what? Whether you are looking to quit the daily grind or trying to make extra cash as a way to get out of debt, starting an business or a side hustle can be the ideal way to meet your goals. There are countless business opportunities just waiting…

In this workshop, you will learn about eight steps to help decide if you're ready to go into business, how to get started and where to seek help along the way. Determine if you are ready Assess your business idea Build your business plan Choose your business structure Check your legal obligations Build your support…

The power of A.I. As more and more businesses flock to explore the use of A.I. in their business, now is the time to understand how to best use A.I. and how to avoid potential pitfalls of the technology. During this webinar, Troy will explore the following • AI Prompt Engineering • How to avoid…

Marketing health checks are similar to regular health checks because they’re easy for a busy business owner to neglect. These health checks are a fast way to diagnose your marketing efforts with simple tests, questions and reviews to help your business understand how potent your marketing is. It can also shed light on problems you…

Tax is a necessary pain and managing the annual and ongoing obligations as a creative means getting their financial house in order. It's not fun, but a few simple tips and tricks (and a friendly face) can help. TAX TIME FOR CREATIVES covers the basics, and examines the intersection between individual tax, small business and…

This webinar is run by the Australian Taxation office. Running your small business from your home may cost you more in expenses such as electricity, gas, phone, furniture, and cars. Come to this one hour session to find out what expenses you can claim for tax deductions and how to calculate the amounts you can…