Small businesses are vital to the community and economy. They offer many advantages over big-box stores and chain retailers, from personal service to fostering your neighbourhood’s sense of identity and community. But despite all these benefits, people still tend to stick with the tried-and-true big box stores. Why? 1. Slow service & poor customer service […]
As consumers, we have an enormous amount of power over local businesses, and most of us don’t even realise it. Every time we spend money in the marketplace, we’re casting a vote with our dollars on which businesses will succeed and which will fail. This can be scary, but it also means that we have […]
Australian small businesses create amazing products and services right here in Australia, and as an Aussie customer, you can help them thrive by supporting them when you can. Whether it’s through purchasing their goods or services or simply sharing their business with your network of family and friends, the following tips will guide you on […]