Sharing positive stories of rural businesses and communities.
As consumers we have recently witnessed scenes of empty supermarket shelves never seen before in our lifetime. A spotlight has been shone on local manufacturers and suppliers in every rural and regional community creating a new level of loyalty and appreciation.
Read MoreCustomers understand the benefits of shopping local. They want to support their local businesses but protecting the health of their family and household budgets will take priority. Going back to doing ‘business as normal’ is NOT an option, it is a risk!
Read MoreChatting with small businesses across Australia I am keen to learn how they have fared during the COVID-19 period to date (noting that this is far from over). Some have pivoted, a few have packed their bags (and that is perfectly OK), and the lucky ones are punching goals. More updates will be added to the top of this post in the coming weeks.
Read MoreCOVID-19 has affected businesses in multiple ways with uncertainty being a common denominator. What has been most heartening is seeing new ways of thinking and doing business emerging. Quite literally, it has taken a pandemic to shake us out of our complacency and clearly, it is the most adaptable who thrive. Why would we want to return to ‘normal’?
Read MoreCOVID-19 has presented a unique opportunity for local government to effectively engage with their business community. This is one of those rare times, prompted by a global disaster, to throw out the position descriptions, roll up the sleeves and work side by side as we prepare for a government stimulated bubble to burst in September.
Read MoreKerry Anderson shares how we can we be proactive rather than reactive during this difficult time as the COVID-19 impacts on Australia. It's time to bring the team together and have some important conversations. Kerry has come up with a few suggestions to get you started and reminds us that tough times also present a wonderful opportunity to innovate and improve our businesses.
Read MoreHow is the Corona Virus, or more importantly public reaction, going to affect your rural business? We are a long way from the cities and the crowds, but we know that the impact – real or perceived - is inevitably coming our way. How can we be proactive rather than reactive?
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