Online retail war heats up, NAB chaos continues; Liberal policies for Victoria, Corporate profits down in third quarter

home | contact us | advertise Dear SmartCompany reader, It’s official: online international retailers are targeting Australian shoppers, but are you ready to do battle? As I explain in Boss Lady today, the tipping point has been reached. Also today, the Liberal Party is set to take power in Victoria in a surprise win, the chaos with NAB's computer glitch continues, a disappointing end for the Spring property season and the growing frustration over property investment advisors. For all this and more, head to our home page. News NAB account glitch fixed, but thousands still affected by delays Online retail war heats up as international retailers target Australian shoppers, experts urge local SMEs to innovate Business profits fall in third quarter, government promises carbon price for 2011: Economy Roundup Liberal victory almost certain in Victoria, with Ted Baillieu set to take power Spring season a disappointment for property owners but pain set to continue, experts say Frustration grows at lack of regulation for property investment advisors THE BIG PICTURE: Spotting the booming regions New COSBOA chairman Geoff Fader to deliver personal approach to small business Positive franchise forecast for 2011 Will Australia follow Ireland? Kohler Rich Secrets Australia's most influential billionaires The wealthy exert their influence through various avenues. For Gina Rinehart, her recent stake in Ten Network could be one way she's throwing her weight around. BY JAMES THOMSON. Property Why home owners are staying put Over the past five years the average length of tenure of ownership has increased sharply, indicating that Australians have a lower propensity to sell properties. BY TIM LAWLESS. Aunty B I am in a tiz about my Christmas promotion. Help! If I were you I would promote the hell out of the gift vouchers but don't offer a discount. Your aim is to get every cent in the door that you can. Trends Wikileaks unveils thousands of US cables Google Wave makes a comeback Apple buys HP campus to expand Selling Sue Barrett How do I lead and manage a virtual or remote sales team? Working with remote teams has it challenges but it can also be very rewarding – if you get it right. Authentic Leadership Dennis Roberts Entrepreneurs as leaders: How to create impact Let's be clear – you are a business leader. So, as CEO of your business you are responsible for three key areas: strategy, team building and business development. Retail trends Kevin Moore Online shopping gears up for Christmas This will undoubtedly be the year when we hit the tipping point and substantial amounts of product are purchased online and delivered to our doors. Boss Lady Amanda Gome The tipping point The rising dollar has finally pushed the point home for Aussie retailers - shoppers are choosing online retail in droves. Coming Up Public speaking myths exploded. Best wishes, Amanda Gome Founder / Publisher SmartCompany.com.au Let's be clear – you are a business leader. So, as CEO of your business you are responsible for three key areas: strategy, team building and business development. When you sit down to review/plan the strategic direction of your business, make it coincide with a business or planning cycle. The most common cycles are financial year or calendar year. With the Christmas/New Year vacation upon us, now is a perfect time to review past performance and begin the new year afresh. Dennis Roberts, executive coach/business mentor Click here for more. FOLLOW US OUR PARTNERS UPCOMING EVENTS

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Australian entrepreneur jailed in China, Julia Ross eyes off $26 million payday, R&D tax credit delayed again, Wage rises spark inflation fears

home | contact us | advertise Dear SmartCompany reader, Today we look at how the Government's long-awaited R&D tax credit scheme was stalled until at least early next year, look at the Australian entrepreneur who has been detained in China on embezzlement charges, ask where wages (and interest rates) are heading and look at why recruitment veteran Julia Ross is eyeing off a $26 million payday. Plus in Entrepreneur Watch, James Thomson celebrates a biotech milestone we should all be proud of. For all this and more, head to the home page. News R&D tax credit scheme delayed again as critics call for changes Australian entrepreneur detained in China on embezzlement charges Big union pay rises will put pressure on interest rates, economist warns Julia Ross eyes $26 million payday as battle for recruitment firm to drag on Delays continue to plague NAB customers after technical problems Victorian Premier caught up in collapse of resort on the eve of state election Reserve Bank says rates appropriate but inflation risk remains: Economy Roundup NBN legislation stalled in Senate as telco chiefs attack costings Tech start-ups offered $8 million export boost THE LIGHTER SIDE: Qantas' latest woes Conroy's two tier TV strategy still protects free-to-air moguls: Bartholomeusz How I How I survived when the competition threatened my suppliers Founder of Slim Secrets, Sharon Turin learnt early on the importance of maintaining good relationships with suppliers. BY PATRICK STAFFORD. Exit Strategies Forget the multiple Selling a business is not about valuation, it is all about creating a compelling opportunity for the buyer. BY TOM MCKASKILL. Aunty B Can I ban t-shirts in the office? Ban them from the office? Listen mate. I am appointing you CEO of the Human Race so you could ban t-shirts from the entire Planet Earth. Trends Facebook set to trademark “face” iPhone App of the Week: The Economist Richard Branson to reveal iPad-only magazine Selling Strategies Trent Leyshan The game changer! One of the great things about trying new things and being open to self-learning is you never know where it may lead you. Online sales Chris Thomas Last minute online marketing ideas for Christmas If you haven't got cracking with email marketing – now's the time to start. The Futurist Colin Benjamin Go for growth Planning ahead to get ahead requires smart companies to identify their best growth prospects and identify the compelling case for lenders to give the support for growth prospects. Female Entrepreneur Naomi Simson Finding the right balance of authenticity Social media isn’t about just having a presence, it’s about using the platform to actively engage and talk to consumers. Don’t underestimate the power of a personal response! Entrepreneur Watch James Thomson Acrux leads the way The success of Australian biotechnology company Acrux is something all SMEs should celebrate. Have a great weekend, Amanda Gome Founder / Publisher SmartCompany.com.au The advice I would give is simply that you must focus on what you're able to do and then move on from there. You can't be distracted by difficult issues that crop up. Focus on building relationships with suppliers and then what you are doing in your own business. Sharon Turin, Slim Secrets Click here for more. FOLLOW US OUR PARTNERS UPCOMING EVENTS

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