Planning
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.
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.
Breathing life into Aussie innovation
Christopher Niesche Phil Morle is one of the people would-be web entrepreneurs turn to for a chance to turn their dream into reality.
10 Questions for...
From garage to corner office
Interview by Max Mason It’s been 11 years since Andrew Segar launched his flagship product Simplicity CRM software that helps record and organise a company’s interaction with clients, from his garage in Auckland.
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.
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.
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
Big bucks: the handsome gap in the marriage market
David Wilson Two enterprising blokes are tapping into the male side of the multibillion-dollar wedding industry.
Startup
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Startup
What's your problem?
Whats Your Problem Q. I've started an online store. How do I calculate postage costs for different countries?
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Whats Your Problem Q. We're setting up a travel business to India. What should we be aware of?
Startup
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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.
TRENDS
What's mine is yours: the rise of the 'share' market
Alexandra Cain Need to borrow a chainsaw, get an urgent errand run or swap a surfboard? A raft of new businesses might just be able to help.
TECH
Website or app: what should start-ups build first?
Alexandra Cain Apps are becoming so popular that some start-ups are bypassing a website in favour of developing their own smartphone tool.
WHAT'S YOUR PROBLEM?
Finding the right manufacturer
Whats Your Problem Q. I am starting a business selling shoes I have designed myself. How do I find manufacturers?
START-UP
Hot or not? Market research tactics that work
David Wilson So you've had that 'aha!' moment. Here's some tips on finding out whether your inspired idea is as good as you think.
