Does your small business have not-so-small ambitions? Here you'll find info, tools, articles, tips and calculators to start-up, manage cash flow, expand and finance your business goals.
Buying a small business
Thinking of buying an existing business? Here’s how to assess if it’s right for you.
Business plan template
The foundation of every business is a solid plan. Use this template to build yours.
Identifying your business drivers
Like to boost profitability? An important first step is to identify your key business drivers – here’s how.
Innovation a key driver for success
Many thought Thankyou water would fail. 7 years on, they’re still growing. Their co-founder explains how they do it.
Valuing a business
What’s your business worth? Buyers and sellers rarely agree. Learn more about what influences the price.
Cash flow forecast template monthly
It can be easier to make decisions with monthly cash flow forecasts. Find out how to do them with this handy template.
How to reduce costs
There’s always room to reduce costs. Find out how to do it properly and get some quick cost-cutting ideas.
Buying a small business
Thinking of buying an existing business? Here’s how to assess if it’s right for you.
Turning a hobby into a business
Mari-Mar Walton loves running marathons and travel. See how she combined these hobbies to create a niche travel agency.
Kochie’s Business Builders: Starting a business
Kochie gives some advice on how help to stack the odds in your favour when you’re starting a new business.
How to write a business plan
A business plan is used to help support an application for business finance or business grants, or as a roadmap for the growth of your business.
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Business plan template
The foundation of every business is a solid plan. Use this template to build yours.
Kochie’s Business Builders: Beattie Wines
Georgia Beattie took single-serve wine containers from an idea to an international business. She shares her thoughts here.
Launch your new business faster with NAB Startup
Take the hassle out of setting up your ABN, registering for tax, domain names and more with NAB Startup service.
How a business plan got a business off the ground
This butcher has a refreshing approach to his business. He’s got some tips that any business should pay attention to.
Are you suited to running a business?
See if you have what it takes to run a business and identify areas that you may need to work on
Identifying your business drivers
Like to boost profitability? An important first step is to identify your key business drivers – here’s how.
How to avoid bad debts
Bad debts are bad business. Here’s how to manage your debtors so everyone wins.
The cash flow improvement calculator
See how even small changes could have a big effect on your cash flow.
How to manage a cash crisis
Facing a cash flow crisis? Don’t panic - there are plenty of options for you to consider.
How to get better deals from your suppliers
Being on good terms with your suppliers helps if you get in to a tight spot. Here’s how to get a better deal.
How to reduce costs
There’s always room to reduce costs. Find out how to do it properly and get some quick cost-cutting ideas.
Cash flow forecast template monthly
It can be easier to make decisions with monthly cash flow forecasts. Find out how to do them with this handy template.
Expanding locally
This Burleigh Heads businessman gets a kick out of expanding. Here he shares some of his secrets.
Vehicle finance: deciding which vehicle to buy
Buying a vehicle for your business? Here are the pros and cons of new versus second hand.
How to select Equipment Finance for your business
Financing equipment for your business doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s what you need to think about first.
The 3 C's of credit assessment
When a bank is assessing you for a loan they’ll look at the 3 Cs. NAB’s specialist and Kochie talk through each one.
Kochie’s Business Builders: Equipment Finance
Getting new equipment needn’t cripple your cash flow. Kochie explains why.
Applying for business finance
The more info you supply the smoother your finance application will go. Here’s the 4 main things you’ll need to consider.
Case study: Financing a fleet of trucks, trailers or buses
60 years on, this bus company is still growing. Find out how vehicle financing has been a big part of their success.
Start your business with a Microenterprise loan
Hemp Hemp Hooray! started with no capital but a NAB Microenterprise Loan got them going. Here they share some highs and lows.
Kochie's Business Builders: Emma and Tom's
Ten years after launching Tom Griffiths shares the key things that have kept Emma and Tom's growing.
Getting the right FX solution
Whether you’re big or small, you can benefit from a foreign exchange strategy. Here’s the basics you should know.
How to start exporting
Looking to export? The rewards can be great if you do it right. Here’s our best tips to get you started.
Expanding into Asia
Thinking about expanding into Asia? Find out how we can help with the payments and banking side.
How to achieve the ultimate in exporting
An unusual honey wine got this wine-maker into the Asian market. A big part of it was finding easier ways for his customers to pay him.
How to start importing
Starting an importing business is exciting. Before you jump in, here’s what you need to think about.
Making international payments
Making an international payment? It’s not that hard, but there are some important basics you’ll need to master first.
Kochie’s Business Builders: SpotGo
SpotGo’s owner is bucking the trend by keeping his manufacturing local. He explains why.
Building referrals with online marketing
In just two and half years, this Gold Coast couple grew their limo business from one car to 14. They say online marketing was the key.
Service sells: start up tips from LJ Hooker
LJ Hooker’s third best performing branch is in isolated Karratha. Its owner talks about what he thinks makes a difference.
Networking and building relationships for your business
This successful hamper business started in a living room. Find out how networking and some smart NAB solutions helped it grow.
Get your business started with an ABN from NAB Startup
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