How to find a government grant for your business
Small businesses account for 35% of all value generated in Australia. That’s a big chunk of the economy, which is why both state and federal...
Eyes on your customer?
Do you have your eyes on your customer? Think before you answer this question. As business owners it is all too easy to lose site...
When did you last have your VISION checked?
If the restaurant menu starts to look blurry or you can’t quite make out the traffic signs you get glasses. Without them you don’t know...
Top 7 Small Business Cyber Security Tips
Coffs Coast businesses managed to avoid last month’s worldwide ransomware attack (to the best of our knowledge). The attack was spectacular in size, hitting over...
Small Business Wins in 2017 Budget
When announcing the budget Scott Morrison said that the federal government was in the small business community’s corner, and we are happy to acknowledge that...
Turnover under $10million? You have a decision to make!
Cash versus Accrual Accounting: The Effect on Your Cashflow One of the privileges the ATO affords “small businesses” is the option to report for GST...
7 Online Mistakes We Hope You Aren’t Making
If people hear about you through word of mouth or spot an ad in Focus or the Advocate – you can bet they are going...
How to choose the RIGHT coach or mentor for you
Perhaps the most valuable single tool for any business owner is a good business coach or mentor. Having someone to provide guidance, brainstorm ideas and...
5 Resolutions that will change your business in 2017
The champagne has popped. The fireworks have flared. The New Year has arrived. Along with the usual resolutions to lose weight, eat more fruit and...
Will Your Bank Account Survive the Holidays?
Brendan Hoy recently joined MJA Financial Services as our senior financial adviser. In this article he shares his very wise holiday advice. I’ve been a...