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Running my business

Creating a solid foundation for your business success

Running a business is more than just providing your goods or services

Whether you’re a sole operator looking for a steady income or a major operator intending to expand into international markets, you’ll need to have plans and strategies to provide a foundation for your daily business operations and your long-term productivity and growth.

You’ll also need to be aware of and comply with the financial, legal and staff-related obligations and licensing requirements that exist to help you manage your affairs within local, state and national frameworks.

Well-researched business planning provides the framework for your operations and intentions.

Business Advisory & Support Services

National, South Australian and local government services are available to offer the right advice for your business.

Energy bill relief

Help to pay your electricity bill is available for eligible small businesses.

Mental health & wellbeing

Taking steps to boost your mental health and maintaining a healthy workplace for you and your employees.

Mitigate risk and protect your business

Assessing your risks and treatments helps your business become more resilient and prepared.

Exit and succession planning

Strategies for identifying, developing and transitioning a new leader or owner for your business.
Workplace

Managing your workforce

Your employees can be your best asset in building and promoting your business, so it is important to know how to recruit and look after them.

Helpful business services

business.gov.au

The Australian Government business.gov.au offers simple and convenient access to all federal government information, assistance, forms and services you need for planning, starting and growing your business.

SafeWork SA

Regulations and requirements relating to providing a safe and healthy environment for staff, customers and clients who access your workplace.

Office of the Small Business Commissioner

Facilitate alternative dispute resolution processes between small businesses, and between small business and State and Local Government.

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