Louise Ridlen, CEO & Founder of Peppermint iT, has been named among the Inside Small Business Top 50 Small Business Leaders for 2025. This recognition reflects her outstanding leadership, innovation, and commitment in the small business sector. Earlier this year, Louise was also recognised as one of the Top 3 Panelists for Inside Business, further…
Your Key to Business Growth: Collaborative Networking Imagine being a small business owner in Kingscliff. Beautiful coastlines and a lively community surround you. Yet, growing your business can feel challenging. Success isn’t just about a great product or service; it’s about building relationships through collaborative networking. Kingscliff boasts a large middle-class population, positioning itself as…
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Bx is Coming to the vibrant suburbs of Kenmore! When we hear “business networking,” the words “transaction” or “sales” often come to mind. It is not surprising that people have such a traditional view. It’s no wonder people have such a traditional view. Bx brings you a different business networking experience—an experience built on relationships,…
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Hey, we got something xciting for you. RParramatta Lunch is back! At Bx, we understand that business networking isn’t just about making sales; it’s about building meaningful, collaborative relationships with like-minded professionals. The good news is that our Parramatta Lunch is now back in a new central location. This is an opportunity for you to…
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The Business xCellence Awards 2024, held at the illustrious Shangrila in Sydney on August 2, was an unforgettable evening of celebration and connection. The event brought together the brightest minds and most dedicated business owners from the small business industry, all united by a common goal: to recognise and celebrate xcellence. A Night to Remember…
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Imagine you’re a small business owner, working tirelessly to keep your dream alive. Every day brings new challenges, and sometimes, it feels like your hard work goes unnoticed. This is where the Business xCellence Awards come in – a beacon of recognition and a testament to your dedication. Let’s dive into the world of business…
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Remember the xcitement when you started your business? You had dreams of growth and success. But then, maybe a new kind of reality set in. Limited resources, fierce competition, and the isolation of running a small business can make those dreams feel out of reach. You’re not alone in these struggles. Every small business owner faces…
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Business networking is an xcellent way to build your business and find partners, customers and referrals that can help to enhance your work and drive success. When you start going to business networking functions, you’ll realise quickly just how effective they can be for getting your name and brand out there. However, there are some…
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One of the critical techniques within the art form of networking is understanding how to effectively follow up with potential customers, contacts and partners. You don’t want to annoy of offend someone, but at the same time, if you’re too passive, an opportunity might pass you by. There is plenty you can do to refine…
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You’ve got a great business (or business idea), and you want to network. Your potential partners, customers and investors are busy people. How can you convince them that your idea is superior, when you’ve got just a couple of seconds to do so? It all comes down to the elevator pitch. The elevator pitch is…
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