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SUMMARY:2025 Business Game Plan Workshop
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nAre you ready to take your business to the next level in 2025?\nJoin me for an exclusive 1-hour online workshop designed to help small business owners like you craft a winning strategy for the year ahead. Whether you’re looking to scale\, refine your systems\, or increase profitability\, this workshop will give you the tools\, insights\, and clarity you need to create a clear and actionable game plan for growth.\nIn this hands-on session\, you’ll get: \n\nPractical 1-Hour Workshop: Learn how to map out your strategy for 2025 with actionable steps.\nDesign a 90-Day Game Plan Dashboard: A custom tool to track your progress and keep you on course.\nGrow Your Revenue: Learn how to find ‘missing revenue’ and/or profits in your business\nKPI Trackers & Business Health Checks: Stay focused on the metrics that matter most for business growth.\nDefine Your Unique Selling Proposition (USP): Stand out in a competitive market with a compelling brand promise.\nSystems & Procedures Playbooks: Streamline operations and set your team up for success.\nTeam Design Strategy: Learn how to build a high-performing team that supports your vision.\nMarketing & Sales Hacks: Practical tips and strategies to drive more leads\, sales\, and revenue.\n\nWho This is For:\nBusiness owners who need a clear road map and a practical strategy to accelerate their growth in 2025. If you’re ready to transform your vision into measurable success\, this workshop is for you.\nNormally $399 – but it’s FREE for Business Station subscribers!\nSpaces are limited\, so don’t wait—register now to secure your spot and make 2025 your best year yet!
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/2025-business-game-plan-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250122T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250122T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
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SUMMARY:Small Business Hub - Yarrabilba
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re starting your small business or are already well established\, drop into the Small Business Hub for a face-to-face chat with the team from the Department of Employment\, Small Business and Training and discover a wide range of support and assistance available to you including: \n\nGrants and support – talk to us about small business grants and support programs\nFoster talent – explore apprenticeships and traineeship opportunities\nWorkforce solutions – discuss strategies to attract and retain skilled employees\nFinancial and mental wellness – access financial counselling and wellness coaching\nBusiness advice – connect with a coach through our Mentoring for\nGrowth program\nSeize opportunities – learn how to access government procurement opportunities.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/small-business-hub-yarrabilba/
LOCATION:Yarrabilba Community Centre\, 65 Basalt Drive\, Yarrabilba\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:New business and startups,Small Business
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T232011Z
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SUMMARY:Back to Work - Course Gateway Powered by TAFE
DESCRIPTION:About the Program\n  \nThis collection of micro-credentials provides participants with information on effective workplace leadership\, workplace resilience and wellbeing\, recruitment for small businesses and becoming an employer of choice. This range of courses includes communicating effectively with people with disability\, cultural responsiveness and inclusiveness\, and flexible working arrangements. This collection includes strategies to futureproof your workforce\, support mature and young people\, and regional skill shortage support. \nTo learn more about the Back to Work program\, click here. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/back-to-work-course-gateway-powered-by-tafe/
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan,Networking,New business and startups
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241205T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20241008T010628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T010628Z
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SUMMARY:Research and Development Tax Incentive - registering
DESCRIPTION:Registering for the R&D Tax Incentive\n  \nGet practical advice\, developed by experienced members of the program’s registration team\, on the best approach to prepare for your company’s R&D Tax Incentive registration. \nThis webinar has been designed to assist small to medium businesses and assumes a basic understanding of the R&D Tax Incentive program. \nWe recommend that you attend Introduction to the R&DTI prior to attending this webinar. \nYou will learn: \n\nhow the registration process works\nthe types of information to include and exclude when answering the core and supporting R&D activity application questions\nthe importance of record keeping and the types of evidence you need to keep\nwhere to get help and support.\n\nLearn about the incentive: Overview of the R&D Tax Incentive | business.gov.au \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/research-and-development-tax-incentive-registering/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241127T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241127T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20241008T020303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T020303Z
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SUMMARY:Small Business Hub - Logan
DESCRIPTION:Discover a wide range of support and assistance available to businesses and meet the team from the Department of Employment\, Small Business\, and Training. \n  \nGrants and support: talk to us about small business grants and support programs.\nFoster talent: explore apprenticeship and traineeship opportunities.\nWorkforce solutions: discuss strategies to attract and retain skilled employees\nFinancial and mental wellness: access financial counselling and wellness coaching.\nBusiness advice: connect with a coach through our Mentoring for Growth program.\nSeize opportunities: learn how to access government procurement opportunities. \nWhether you’re just starting your small business or are already well established\, our Small Business Hub can help. \nOccurring on the 4th Wednesday of every month. \nDrop in for a face-to-face chat or register on the link or QR code. \n  \n  \n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/small-business-hub-logan-2/
LOCATION:Yarrabilba Community Centre\, 65 Basalt Drive\, Yarrabilba\, Queensland\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241126T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20241125T013904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T013904Z
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SUMMARY:Online MBA Mini Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Griffith University offers the MBA Mini Masterclasses. This is for business leaders\, managers\, change agents\, entrepreneurs and anyone interested in purpose-driven leadership and long-term\, sustainable business growth. \n  \nHow can leaders use uncertainty as a tool for innovation?\nIn complex and uncertain times\, it can be difficult to lead your team to success—but what if you could use the instability as a driver towards innovation? \nComplexity arises when we lose sight of our goal and focus on the chaos that’s in front of us. Through analysing cognitive models\, we can disrupt uncertainty and use it to spur us on to create growth within the business. \nGet greater insight into the strategies you need in intricate situations in our next MBA Mini Masterclass hosted by guest speaker Associate Professor Luke Houghton\, an expert in improving problem solving for innovation\, and Kerryn Dillon\, I-MED Radiology Network’s Chief People Officer and Griffith MBA alumnus. \nDuring this masterclass you will explore: \n\nhow to thrive within ambiguity\nidentifying leverage in different situations\nstrategies to develop a problem-solving mindset that breeds innovation\nhow to intervene at the most effective times in the process to get the biggest wins.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/online-mba-mini-masterclass/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Griffith University":MAILTO:c.alcaraz@griffith.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241114T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241114T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20241010T041036Z
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SUMMARY:Cashflow and Tax Implications
DESCRIPTION:Logan Office of Economic Development (LOED) has partnered with Griffith University Tax Clinic and Small Business Financial Counselling Service to present you with this workshop. \nCommencing a business is difficult with many decisions required to be made. One of the decisions that sometimes is overlooked is the ‘tax’ implications of running a business. Tax is an important consideration as ignoring it can result in penalties and interest charges\, but it can also influence the cash flow of the business. This series of workshops will provide an overview of business cash flow and how tax can influence it. \nAbout the workshop:\nThis workshop will consider how the various types of taxes (particularly income tax and GST) can influence a business’s cash flow\, not only in terms of profit margin but also when payments are due. The workshop will also look at: \n\nCash flow concept\nHow tax (income tax\, GST and superannuation) can influence cash flow\, and\nHow hiring workers influence cash flow and tax obligations.\n\nAbout the presenter:\nBrett Freudenberg\nBrett Freudenberg is a Professor – Taxation at Griffith University (Australia). \nBrett is known for his research expertise in the tax law and policy issues facing private enterprises\, as evidenced by his Fulbright Scholarship (2006) and over 90 refereed publications in leading Australian and international journals. \nBrett is passionate about education being a transformative process\, and his effectiveness as a teacher has been recognised through five national awards (including the award of two Australian Learning and Teaching Council citations: 2008 & 2011). \nDr Melissa Belle\nDr Melissa Belle Isle is a lecturer in taxation law. Melissa’s research focuses on Australian small business cash flow concerns due to taxation and owner literacy. \nMelissa is also passionate about improving the tax literacy of Australians and regularly delivers learning opportunities to community groups to assist with increases in literacy. Melissa is co-director of the Griffith Tax Clinic. \nThe Griffith Tax Clinic provides a free tax advisory service to unrepresented taxpayers and allows Griffith students to further their skills to be work ready once completing their studies. \n  \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/cashflow-and-tax-implications-2/
LOCATION:Logan Central Library\, 26 Wilbur Street\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114
CATEGORIES:New business and startups,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241112T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20241008T010345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T010345Z
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SUMMARY:Research and Development Tax Incentive - introduction
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to the R&D Tax Incentive\n  \nJoin representatives from the Australian Taxation Office and the Department of Industry\, Science and Resources to learn about the Research and Development Tax Incentive program. \nYou will be introduced to the program and guided through key eligibility requirements. We highly recommend attending this session before submitting an application. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nthe benefits offered by the R&D Tax Incentive\nwho can apply\nwhat R&D activities and expenditure are eligible\nthe importance of record keeping\nwhen and how to apply.\n\nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nLearn about the incentive: Overview of the R&D Tax Incentive | business.gov.au
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/research-and-development-tax-incentive-introduction/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241104T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241104T100000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20241008T012146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T012146Z
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SUMMARY:The marketing ecosystem: How to grow your business with clarity\, focus and direction
DESCRIPTION:Most business owners have a scattered approach to marketing which means they don’t get a great return from their efforts and have no idea of where to focus when it comes to marketing. The Marketing Ecosystem™ is the one framework every business must have to make sure all their marketing strategies are working hand-in-hand.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this session you’ll discover…\n●      How to get a better return from all of your marketing – both online and offline.\n●      The four most essential marketing funnels every business must have.\n●      How to avoid overwhelm and confusion when it comes to selecting the right  marketing strategies.\n●      How to build an effective online marketing machine leveraging the latest strategies.\n●      The core metrics to measure success and bring clarity to your marketing efforts.\nAttendees will walk away with your own Marketing Eco-System™ mapped out and ready to rock
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/the-marketing-ecosystem-how-to-grow-your-business-with-clarity-focus-and-direction/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241015T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241015T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20241008T005156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T005156Z
UID:10000866-1728997200-1729000800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Research and Development Tax Incentive - eligibility and record keeping
DESCRIPTION:Guide to eligibility certainty and record keeping in the R&D Tax Incentive\n  \nLearn from Department of Industry\, Science and Resources representatives about the R&D Tax Incentive Advance Findings for activity eligibility and how to make sure you comply with record keeping requirements. \nThis webinar is designed for small to medium businesses and assumes a basic understanding of the R&D Tax Incentive program. \nWe recommend that you attend Introduction to the R&DTI before attending this webinar. \nYou will learn: \n\nabout the certainty offered by Advanced Findings and how to apply\nhow to maximise your chance of a positive and rapid assessment\nabout record keeping approaches\nwhere to get help and support.\n\nLearn about the incentive: Overview of the R&D Tax Incentive | business.gov.au
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/research-and-development-tax-incentive-eligibility-and-record-keeping/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241003T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20241003T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240724T045902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T045902Z
UID:10000832-1727946000-1727953200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Business Cashflow\, structure and tax
DESCRIPTION:Logan Office of Economic Development (LOED) has partnered with Griffith University Tax Clinic and Small Business Financial Counselling Service to present you with this workshop. \nCommencing a business is difficult with many decisions required to be made. One of the first decisions that need to be made is what business structure to use. The business structure might as a sole trader\, partnership\, company or trust. This decision affects many legal relationships\, as well as tax. This series of workshops will provide an overview of important tax considerations that people about to commence a business should consider. \nAbout the workshop:\nThis workshop will consider how the business structures (whether a sole trader\, partnership\, company or trust) can influence who has the tax obligations\, as well as the rate of tax. This workshop will explain: \n\nthe basic premise of the different business structures\nhow your business structure choice can affect income\, deductions and tax rates\, and\nhow the business structure influences the relationship with workers (such as employees and contractors).\n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/business-cashflow-structure-and-tax-4/
LOCATION:Logan Central Library\, 26 Wilbur Street\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Griffith University":MAILTO:c.alcaraz@griffith.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240905T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240905T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240815T021540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T021540Z
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SUMMARY:Tax & Your Business
DESCRIPTION:You can claim numerous tax deductions as a business. The trick is understanding all of them because you don’t want to claim anything you’re not entitled to\, but you also don’t want to miss the little-known tax deductions that could save a bundle on your tax return. \nThis workshop will consider what it means to be running a business\, especially as a sole trader\, and what are tax obligations required\, such as the need for an ABN\, whether GST registration is needed\, as well as the\, as well as the rate of income tax. This workshop will explain: \n\nthe basic premise of a sole trader (contractor)\nthe ideas behind what is business income\,\nwhat expenses are likely to be deductible\, and\nsuperannuation obligations\n\nLogan Office of Economic Development (LOED) has partnered with Griffith University Tax Clinic and Small Business Financial Counselling Service to present you with this workshop. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/tax-your-business/
LOCATION:Logan Central Library\, 26 Wilbur Street\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240904T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240904T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240724T050743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240820T020939Z
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SUMMARY:Starting a food business from home
DESCRIPTION:Logan Office of Economic Development (LOED)\, in collaboration with our Health\, Environment and Waste (HEW) Branch- present you with this workshop exploring what you need to start a food business from home. \nAbout the workshop:\nStarting your own food business from home involves more than just a love of food; there are many key steps to ensure you are set up for success. \nThis workshop provides practical guidance to anyone who is considering starting a food-based business from home. \nIn this workshop\, we will look at: \n\nRegulations and licences required to start your business\nHow to comply with health and safety standards\nUnderstand your local law and regulations\n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/starting-a-food-business-from-home-3/
LOCATION:Logan City Council Administration Building\, 150 Wembley Road\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114
CATEGORIES:New business and startups,Small Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Logan Office of Economic Development":MAILTO:loed@logan.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240828T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240828T133000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240815T010358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T011556Z
UID:10000844-1724850000-1724851800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Hiring Outside the Box
DESCRIPTION:Join this webinar series\, Hiring Outside the Box! You’ll learn about alternative recruitment practices to develop your workforce. Hear from industry experts and employers about practical strategies they’ve used\, including the benefits of tapping into new pools of talent\, and hiring a diverse and inclusive team. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/hiring-outside-the-box/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Jobs and Employment,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240827T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240827T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240815T004818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T011445Z
UID:10000843-1724756400-1724758200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Ending employment
DESCRIPTION:All employees in Australia are protected by laws while they are working\, and this includes when their employment ends. It is important for employers and employees to understand their rights and obligations when it comes to ending an employment relationship. \nThis webinar will cover: \n\ndetermining notice periods for ending employment\nredundancy entitlements under the National Employment Standards\nunderstanding final pay entitlements\nunfair dismissal and unlawful termination\nthe tools and resources available to assist.\n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/ending-employment/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240822T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240822T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240806T000708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T011644Z
UID:10000835-1724324400-1724329800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Know Your Numbers (Business Financials)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner (or senior manager) but have never been properly shown how to read your business financials or understand the numbers in your business? \nWould you like to learn how to better manage your business and make better decisions based on the numbers? \nIn the Know Your Numbers workshop\, you will: \n\nUnderstand how to read your Profit & Loss Statement and how it should be laid out (which even some accountants don’t know).\nHave the Balance Sheet explained in simple terms and why it’s important to the health of your business.\nLearn all about KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators) and identify the key numbers for you to track to ramp up the performance of your business.\nGet clear on your Break-Even Point and how to use this knowledge to set sales targets for you and your team.\nUnderstand the levers of cashflow\, how to maximise them and why some businesses run out of cash as they grow.\nLearn the best (and simplest) tools to forecast your cashflow and make decisions ahead of time.\nComplete a practical exercise (yes\, you will need your calculator) to properly understand product/service margins and how this affects the profitability of your business.\nLeave with the confidence and understanding to better manage your business and put in place steps to boost your profits and longer-term growth.\nLearn the immediate next steps to continue to learn and stay focused as you implement these improvements in your business.\n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/know-your-numbers-business-financials-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240806T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240806T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240723T045734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T045734Z
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SUMMARY:Business Essentials: Marketing Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business operators and entrepreneurs who want to better understand and use marketing in supporting customers to buy their product or services. \nKey topics include: \n• Market Research \n• Identifying your Target Market \n• Developing your Customer Value Proposition \n• The four P’s of marketing \n• Marketing Channels \n• Setting your Marketing Mix and developing a Marketing Strategy \nAfter completing this workshop\, you should be better informed about the fundamentals of marketing and how you may apply those marketing principles to increase customer awareness and potential to buy from your business. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/business-essentials-marketing-fundamentals-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240806T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240806T101500
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240718T025347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T025347Z
UID:10000825-1722936600-1722939300@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Stay Secure\, Stay Ahead: Is your website protected?
DESCRIPTION:Did you know Queensland has the highest rate of cybercrime incidents\, with 85% targeting small businesses? Join Business Chamber Queensland and .au Domain Administration (auDA) for upcoming webinar “Stay secure\, stay ahead: Is your website protected?”. \nIn this informative session you will learn simple strategies to protect your website from Domain Name System (DNS) abuse like phishing and malware\, discover how auDA can help if your domain name is compromised and explore consumer research showing why over half of Australians prefer buying from .au websites. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/stay-secure-stay-ahead-is-your-website-protected/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240802T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240802T110000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240724T045131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T053140Z
UID:10000831-1722589200-1722596400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Superannuation for self-employment
DESCRIPTION:Logan Office of Economic Development (LOED) has partnered with Griffith University Tax Clinic to present you with this workshop. \nWhile you are running your business\, your retirement may be the last thing you are thinking of. However\, if you’re self-employed\, it could be a good idea to consider your retirement needs and understand how paying yourself super could benefit you and your business. What you may not realise\, is you could be legally required to pay yourself super based on how your business is set up. Another important thing to remember is you need to pay super to eligible employees under the super guarantee system. \nThis workshop will consider how paying yourself super can influence your tax obligations\, as well as your business deductions. This workshop will look at: \n\nHow your super obligations are influenced by the way you set up your business (sole trader\, partnership\, company and trust)\nWhen is a tax deduction available for your super contribution\, and\nYour super obligations you have for workers of your business.\n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/superannuation-for-self-employment-3/
LOCATION:Logan City Council Administration Building\, 150 Wembley Road\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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ORGANIZER;CN="Griffith University":MAILTO:c.alcaraz@griffith.edu.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240801T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240801T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240704T044826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T044826Z
UID:10000817-1722510000-1722515400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Know Your Numbers (Business Financials)
DESCRIPTION:Learn the critical skills to understand your business financials and key numbers \n  \nAre you a business owner (or senior manager) but have never been properly shown how to read your business financials or understand the numbers in your business? \nWould you like to learn how to better manage your business and make better decisions based on the numbers? \n  \nIn the Know Your Numbers workshop\, you will: \n\nUnderstand how to read your Profit & Loss Statement and how it should be laid out (which even some accountants don’t know).\nHave the Balance Sheet explained in simple terms and why it’s important to the health of your business.\nLearn all about KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators) and identify the key numbers for you to track to ramp up the performance of your business.\nGet clear on your Break-Even Point and how to use this knowledge to set sales targets for you and your team.\nUnderstand the levers of cashflow\, how to maximise them and why some businesses run out of cash as they grow.\nLearn the best (and simplest) tools to forecast your cashflow and make decisions ahead of time.\nComplete a practical exercise (yes\, you will need your calculator) to properly understand product/service margins and how this affects the profitability of your business.\nLeave with the confidence and understanding to better manage your business and put in place steps to boost your profits and longer-term growth.\nLearn the immediate next steps to continue to learn and stay focused as you implement these improvements in your business.\n\nThis is an interactive training workshop\, and the session will not be recorded. So\, bring along your calculator and leave the workshop with the financial skills needed to run a more successful business. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/know-your-numbers-business-financials-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:New business and startups,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240801T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240801T100000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240723T045331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T045331Z
UID:10000827-1722502800-1722506400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Health & Safety Obligations for Queensland Employers
DESCRIPTION:The Work Health and Safety and Other Legislation Amendment Act 2024 (QLD) passed into law earlier this year\, with some changes in effect\, and others proposed to start on July 29. \nJoin Business Chamber Queensland for the webinar ‘Health & Safety Obligations for Queensland Employers’ in partnership with DWF Law to understand your responsibilities in relation to the new laws and how to stay compliant. \nBusiness Chamber Queensland member price: FREE\nNon-member: $80 + gst \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/health-safety-obligations-for-queensland-employers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240725T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240704T045943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T045943Z
UID:10000820-1721912400-1721916000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:How to Use These Social Media Trends to Boost Profits
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE WORKSHOP \nIn this webinar\, you will learn about the biggest trends happening across social media right now that are directly impacting your business and how to use them to boost your social media footprint. The social media landscape has changed dramatically over the last 2-3 years\, and if you’re not staying up to date with the latest trends and content\, your business will be left behind. This workshop will largely focus on Instagram and Facebook\, but will also touch on TikTok and the impact TikTok has had on all social media platforms. \nWHAT YOU’LL GAIN:\n– What the major social media trends in 2024 are\n– How to use those trends to grow your business\n– What social media platforms you should be focusing on \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/how-to-use-these-social-media-trends-to-boost-profits/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ASBAS Digital Solutions
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240725T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240725T123000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240605T022341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T022341Z
UID:10000805-1721905200-1721910600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Know Your Numbers (Business Financials)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner (or senior manager) but have never been properly shown how to read your business financials or understand the numbers in your business? \nWould you like to learn how to better manage your business and make better decisions based on the numbers? \nWe always tell people that “numbers are the language of business”. And if you really want to elevate the success of your business then you need to learn how to speak this language. \nAnd it doesn’t need to be complicated or confusing. It’s all about keeping things simple\, and this workshop is designed for people who have never had any financial training\, and that may even be afraid of looking at their business financials or numbers. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/know-your-numbers-business-financials/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,New business and startups
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240723T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240704T044037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T044037Z
UID:10000816-1721732400-1721736000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Social Media Strategy to Attract More Customers
DESCRIPTION:ONLINE WORKSHOP \nA well-crafted social media plan is essential for businesses and individuals alike to effectively engage with their audience and achieve their goals. Whether you’re looking to build brand awareness\, drive traffic to your website\, or increase sales\, having a strategic approach to social media can make all the difference. This webinar will guide participants through the process of creating a tailored social media plan that aligns with their objectives and maximizes their impact on \nWHAT YOU’LL GAIN: \n– Learn how a clear digital plan can reduce stress and grow your business. \n– Explore your online tools to find new ways to expand. \n– Set up a straightforward 30/60/90 day plan with Google Ads\, social media\, and more. \n– See how to connect all your online efforts to get more visibility and attract customers easily. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/social-media-strategy-to-attract-more-customers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:New business and startups,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240718T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240718T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240704T043456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T043456Z
UID:10000815-1721307600-1721311200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Master Online Branding to Grow Your Business Instantly
DESCRIPTION:Today we live in an ever-changing digital\, interactive and multi-platform world. In order to stand out and get noticed\, brands need a single minded story\, aligned across all platforms\, which is relevant and discriminating. Branding separates the ordinary from the extraordinary. Learn how to set your business up for success as you build your brand online and social media. \nWHAT YOU’LL GAIN: \n– Understanding your brand proposition\n– Target audience personas\n– Understand the competitive value map and customer drivers\n– Plan to set objectives\, identify activities\, KPI’s and process for execution and review\n– Navigating Google search\n– Tips on multiple platform execution\n– Content marketing strategies and plan \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/master-online-branding-to-grow-your-business-instantly/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ASBAS Digital Solutions,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240711T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240704T023917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T032355Z
UID:10000812-1720702800-1720706400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Start from Scratch: SEO Tips for Total Newbies!
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is designed to demystify SEO and provide total newbies with the foundational knowledge and practical tips they need to start optimizing their websites from scratch. Participants will learn how search engines work\, the basics of keyword research\, on-page and off-page SEO techniques\, and the tools that can help them along the way. \nWHAT YOU’LL GAIN: \n– Understand the basic principles of SEO and how search engines rank websites.\n– Learn how to conduct effective keyword research to identify relevant search terms.\n– Gain insights into on-page SEO techniques\, including optimizing titles\, meta descriptions\, and content.\n– Discover off-page SEO strategies to improve your website’s authority and backlink profile.\n– Get acquainted with essential SEO tools and how to use them for tracking and improving your site’s performance.\n– Develop a step-by-step action plan to start implementing SEO strategies on your own website. \nTo attend this workshop\, you must have signed up and purchased a Digital Solutions package through Realise Business. This event is funded and brought to you by the Australian Government – Australia Small Business Advisory Services (ASBAS) program. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/start-from-scratch-seo-tips-for-total-newbies/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:ASBAS Digital Solutions
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240711T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240704T015959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T015959Z
UID:10000809-1720695600-1720699200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Quick Win Webinar – Milking online reviews
DESCRIPTION:Our Quick Win webinars are super informative sessions on key digital topics that you must know to run a successful\, competitive tourism business. \n\nHow to optimise your business on the largest review websites\nHow to make the most of ChatGPT in your review strategy\nWhat you can do to maximise visibility of your positive reviews\nWhere to integrate your reviews to grow leads and sales\n\n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/quick-win-webinar-milking-online-reviews/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Small Business,Tourism Industry
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240711T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240711T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240704T020611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240704T020611Z
UID:10000810-1720690200-1720697400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Winning Government Business for Queensland SMEs
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) looking to expand your business opportunities and secure government contracts? If so\, this workshop is for you. You will learn how to: \n\nUnderstand the government procurement process and the requirements for bidding on contracts\nIdentify and access relevant sources of information and support for SMEs\nFind out what Government wants from its SME partners\nPrepare and submit high-quality proposals that meet the government’s expectations and criteria\nUnderstand how to access opportunities for Government contracts for the 2032 Olympic Games\n\nBy the end of this workshop\, you will have a clear understanding of how to become an attractive partner for government supply and how to increase your chances of winning government contracts as an SME. You will also have the opportunity to network with other SMEs who are looking to win and fulfil Government contracts. \nDon’t miss this chance to grow your business and access new markets. Register now and join us for this informative and interactive presentation. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/winning-government-business-for-queensland-smes/
LOCATION:260 queen street\, 260 Queen Street\, Brisbane City\, QLD\, 4000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Procurement and tendering,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240627T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240529T225514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240609T223825Z
UID:10000702-1719478800-1719493200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Resilient Business: AI-Powered Strategies for Post-Disaster Recovery
DESCRIPTION:AI can play a significant role in enhancing post-disaster planning and recovery efforts for businesses. \n\n\nLogan Office of Economic Development (LOED) has partnered with Queensland AI Hub to present you with this workshop. AI offers several benefits for businesses\, enhancing efficiency and decision-making\, making it a powerful tool for enhancing business continuity and reducing vulnerability to future disasters. \n\n\n\n\nWhat you will learn\nIn this workshop you will learn how to use AI to: \n\nUnderstand what AI is and the tools available for small business\nLearn what AI capabilities and limitations are.\nPrototyping AI solutions\, to enhance business continuity and reducing vulnerability to future disasters.\n\nWhat you will leave with\nParticipants will leave the workshop with a solid foundation in AI\, practical experience in addressing real-world problems using AI\, and a prototype solution tailored to specific work problem. \nAbout the presenter\nQueensland Artificial Intelligence Hub – Toni Peggrem | Chief Executive Officer\nToni is the CEO of the Queensland AI Hub. Toni has been supporting the growth of the Queensland AI Hub and the AI community for the past year and has over 30 years’ experience in strategic planning and successfully leading organisational reform programs that have enabled services to navigate complex operating environments and realise improved performance outcomes.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/resilient-business-ai-powered-strategies-for-post-disaster-recovery/
LOCATION:Fitzy’s Loganholme\, Cnr Bryants Rd & Pacific Highway\, Loganholme\, QLD\, 4129
CATEGORIES:Business Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Logan Office of Economic Development":MAILTO:loed@logan.qld.gov.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240620T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20240620T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T181428
CREATED:20240605T020725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T020725Z
UID:10000804-1718877600-1718888400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Business Essentials: Business obligations and Finances 101
DESCRIPTION:Setting your business foundations\nThis workshop is for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are thinking about starting a business or who are already in business and want to get a better understanding of the statutory and legal requirements that need to be considered when operating a business in Australia. It also introduces basic financial management concepts and tools needed to help you run a business. \nKey topics include: \n\nBasic Business Structures\nSkills\, certifications and licencing\nGovernment requirements such as tax\, superannuation and employer obligations\nBusiness management obligations such as insurance\, record keeping\, business names and intellectual property\nFinancial Literacy and business terms\nBasic financial management concepts\, reports and tools\nCommercial viability and solvency\n\nAfter completing this workshop\, you should be better informed about some of the statutory requirements and other obligations that you will need to consider\, should you go into business. You should also have developed a better appreciation of some business financial fundamentals that you may need to build on in setting the foundations for your business. \n 
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/business-essentials-business-obligations-and-finances-101-3/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:New business and startups,Small Business
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