Welcome to the halkin blog.
Your source for weekly stories and advice on local business, the economy in general and what’s happening in Sydney this weekend.
A Guide to Starting a Business in Sydney, Australia
Starting a business in Sydney can be an exciting and rewarding endeavor. Sydney is not only Australia's largest city but also a global economic hub with a diverse and dynamic business environment. However, like any entrepreneurial journey, starting a business in Sydney requires careful planning and adherence to various regulations and requirements.
Here’s a quick 12 Step Guide, walking you through some essential, top-level references and providing recommendations to help you successfully launch your business.
Strengthening Your Startup: The Power of Fractional CFO Strategy
Are you a startup founder striving to navigate the complex financial landscape while steering your business toward success? If so, you're well aware that financial management is the backbone of any thriving enterprise. As your business evolves and grows, the need for strategic financial expertise becomes increasingly critical. That's where the concept of fractional CFO (Chief Financial Officer) comes into play.
Federal Budget 2023-2024
On Tuesday 9th May the Australian public received the 2023-2024 Federal Budget.
The overall economic outlook was an improvement in the cash balance and net business debt resulting in a $4 billion surplus. In addition, Treasury is forecasting the economy to slow over the coming 2 years.
Please read on below for key takeaways on the budget initiatives and, as always, our consultants are here to help, so reach out to us to have a conversation about how the budget initiatives can fit in to your circumstances and financial goals.
BIG vs. Small. How SMBs can do More with Less.
I’ve been in startups pretty much my entire working life. At least since I was 20 years old.
Since then, I’ve always been competing against other larger, more established, better funded businesses. It made me better by learning how to do more with less.
Here are a few broad tips based on some of the things I’ve found where small can go toe-to-toe with BIG without having to outspend them.
Sustainable Growth and Success for SMBs
We’ve been helping business owners grow their companies for over 20 years. Here are five good tips for SMBs in Australia, also some best practices to position your business for long-term growth and success in the 21st century market.
Top 5 Concerns for Australian SMBs
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Australia face a number of concerns as they work to grow their customer base and build their team. Here are five key concerns that SMBs in Australia are currently facing.