As a small business owner engaged in today’s digitally driven market, it is crucial to understand the intricacies of model releases and parental consent forms if you don’t want to fall outside the law, explains KBB legal expert Shalini Nandan-Singh, founder of Love Your Legals. These documents are not exclusive to professional models but... Read more » The post Making content: why you need to understand model release and parental consent forms appeared first on Kochie's Business Builders ..read more

DoorDash and local food relief champions Foodbank are joining forces to launch Project DASH in South Australia. The initiative aims to ensure everyone can access nutritious meals, especially those experiencing food insecurity. Alarmingly approximately 135,000 South Australians grapple with food insecurity each month. This issue isn’t confined to South Australia> Last year nationally, a staggering... Read more » The post Feelgood Friday: DoorDash and Foodbank fight food insecurity in South Australia appeared first on Kochie's Business Builders ..read more

  Imagine this: For every dollar your business invests in effective mental health initiatives, you could see a return of $2.30 in improved productivity and reduced costs. And for small businesses, the ROI can be much higher writes wellbeing coach and peak performance expert, Vesna Hrsto. Yet despite the clear financial incentive, a staggering 65%... Read more » The post 5 wellbeing strategies for creating a thriving workplace culture appeared first on Kochie's Business Builders ..read more

  Life as a business owner certainly brings plenty of excitement, challenge and opportunity – and the rewards can be substantial.  However there is also risk, trade mark expert Jacqui Pryor shares how you can protect your brand. But starting your own business, building its reputation and growing your market also takes significant time, effort... Read more » The post Defending your brand: Understanding trade mark infringement appeared first on Kochie's Business Builders ..read more

When sales slow down and new customers are harder to reach, it can feel like your business is on its last legs. But the reality is that seasonality – with heady highs and frustrating lows – is simply part of running a modern business. This is especially true for eCommerce operations. The good news is... Read more » The post ‘I run a self-funded eCommerce business. How do I manage slow seasons?’ appeared first on Kochie's Business Builders ..read more

  Tax season is a busy time of year for small businesses, especially given that there is a skills shortage in the industry. Without adequate resources, the end of the financial year can easily become a time of stress and long hours — an undesirable predicament for employees who may already feel stretched for time,... Read more » The post Four ways automation can simplify tax time and improve finance year-round appeared first on Kochie's Business Builders ..read more

  Success isn’t just what you know, but often who you know. In business, a single great connection could change the entire trajectory of your growth, writes Anthony Lam Entrepreneurs’ Organization Melbourne Board Member Networking is a cornerstone of building and growing a thriving businesses, yet for many entrepreneurs, the mere thought of networking can... Read more » The post How to fall in love with networking: 5 entrepreneurs share their tips for growth appeared first on Kochie's Business Builders ..read more

  There’s nothing more frustrating than spending too much time scouring your emails for a document or file. In fact, many small business owners tell us that they feel overwhelmed by the volume of communication they receive every day – from emails, chats, and social media to calls and texts. So what can you do... Read more » The post How to declutter your business and save time appeared first on Kochie's Business Builders ..read more

  After pouring your heart into your awards submission, you nervously clicked submit.  A few weeks later, you’re jumping for joy when the email tells you that you are a finalist. You grab your gala event ticket, buy an outfit, and turn up on the night to find out that if you win, you have... Read more » The post The winner is… How to blow your big moment on stage appeared first on Kochie's Business Builders ..read more

  Imagine you’re on hold for some assistance. Your only lifeline is a robotic voice stating, ‘Your call is important to us, please hold’. You finally connect, only to realise you’re speaking to a perfectly balanced and precise AI-generated voice. It doesn’t ask you how your day was; it’s devoid of empathy. We’ve all been... Read more » The post Why we want exceptional human service in an age of average AI appeared first on Kochie's Business Builders ..read more