Industry

Techie helps filmmakers get with the program

Christopher Niesche When Melbourne computer programmer Chris Rickard heard how films were planned and scheduled, he thought there had to be a better way.

Buying a bargain could be risky business

Christopher Niesche Many small businesses are going cheap right now, but potential buyers shouldn't be seduced by low prices and the chance to be their own boss.

Start-up

Creating a courier community

Christopher Niesche When Erin Mulvey bought a chest of drawers in Bellingen in Northern NSW a couple of years ago, she was stumped about how to get her new purchase back to Sydney.

Planning

How to write an effective business plan

Christopher Niesche The research and analysis involved in writing a business plan can be more important than the document itself.

START-UP

Online selling with a social mission

Alexandra Cain The inspiration for Rupal Ismin's new website came from her Indian grandfather, who despite being so poor he couldn't afford shoes, donated 10 per cent of everything he earned to charity.

10 Questions for ... Marie Enna-Cocciolone

Marie Enna-Cocciolone left "no room for failure" when she aimed to corner the skin care market with inskincosmedics.

START-UP

Why doing business in Bali is no holiday

Alexandra Cain Why starting a business in an exotic location overseas could be the hardest thing you ever do.

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Recruiters mine rich source of talent

Miriam Steffens InTalent Group are in an enviable position, facing more demand than they can satisfy.

Start-up idea began on the go

Christopher Niesche Nathan Tesler had an idea for an app, but no programming skills.

New track for daily deals duo

Madeleine Heffernan It's been a busy couple of weeks for the 30-something entrepreneurs behind daily deals site deals.com.au, with the launch of two new businesses in food and music.

ENTREPRENEURS

Dodging the doubters: how to get rich despite the sceptics

Alexandra Cain Like many young entrepreneurs, Jack Delosa faced a huge amount of scepticism from friends and family when he bailed out of a commerce/law degree aged 18 to buy into his first business.

The ultralight start-up: how to launch a business without clout or capital

David Wilson Launching a start-up is easier than ever. But, because entry barriers verge on non-existent and everyone wants to be the next Facebook, Twitter or Dropbox, competition is fierce.

Zumba isn't just exercise, it's big business

Alberto Perez started out as a street performer, today he stands at the centre of the Zumba exercise craze, having helped transform Zumba Fitness into a rapidly growing fitness empire.

START-UP

Why didn't he call? New app tackles dating dilemma

David Wilson Business guru's app helps shed light on a classic dating dilemma.

START-UP

Pushing the right buttons: new help for start-ups

Alexandra Cain Forget traditional venture capital - a new approach to helping start-ups with potential is emerging.

START-UP TIPS

10 things to consider before ditching your day job

David Wilson Dreaming of throwing in the towel and going it alone? Make sure you've thought of everything.

ONLINE SELLING

A rookie's guide to online selling

Antonia Magee It may seem like an easy ticket to online riches, but the reality of setting up your own internet store is vastly different to what many expect.

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