Category: General news

Managing director of Ebono Institute and major sponsor of The Generator, Geoff Ebbs, is running against Kevin Rudd in the seat of Griffith at the next Federal election. By the expression on their faces in this candid shot it looks like a pretty dull campaign. Read on

You too can make it in the music industry

DokterW /15 July, 2014

There is no point denying it. We humans love music. So much that if you play your cards right you can earn enough to make it your sole income. But, that takes a lot of hard work to accomplish. Which is why Little BIGSOUND was started in 2011. It provides a forum for young music Continue Reading →

Business plan controversy over breakfast

Geoff Ebbs /15 July, 2014

Professor Paul Steffen from QUT delivered a bombshell with breakfast at the South West Chamber of Commerce last week. “Our research indicates that business plans are worse than useless,” he said. His research into Innovation and Entrepreneurship indicates that flexibility in response to market demand is a far more important tool for success. He believes Continue Reading →

Productivity gab-fest in Bleak-City

media /15 July, 2014

Brisbanians generally venture to Victoria in August to experience the bracing delights of the snowfields but the Council of Small Business of Australia (COSBOA) encourages us to get down there this August to talk about Productivity. COSBOA president Peter Strong, reminisces about the warmth of last year’s summit here in Southbank … It’s on again, Continue Reading →

Southbank businesses vie for Sustainability Award

media /14 July, 2014

The BSB Sustainability Award is open for nominations. The Award recognises the sustainability activities and initiatives of BSB members throughout 2014. This year there is no set criteria and the Award is open to members to share their unique sustainability story in 300 – 400 words. The Award will close on Tuesday 30 September 2014. Continue Reading →

Host an event for Queensland Small Business Week

media /11 July, 2014

Hosting an event during Queensland Small Business Week is the perfect opportunity to increase your brand recognition, transfer knowledge beneficial to small businesses, and align your organisation with the Queensland Government’s premier small business event. You can host an activity or event anywhere in Queensland, as long as it helps anyone wanting to: start or Continue Reading →