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Unearth strategic ways to boost your brand's reputation and draw in eco-conscious customers through meaningful sustainability initiatives in our latest edition of Let’s Talk. Discover insights from industry experts on striking the balance between business growth and environmental stewardship.

Did you know 95% of Australians are in a loyalty program, and a whopping 30% pay for it? Curious about the rising importance of loyalty programs and shopping preferences of Aussies? Discover how personalisation and rewards shape local shopping trends.

Join us as we delve into the real challenges faced by women in the professional world. From imposter syndrome to balancing work and family, our contributors share their experiences and insights on investing in women for a more equitable future.

Take your entrepreneurial journey to greater heights with UOW's iAccelerate's regional program. Improve your skills, gain industry insight, and uncover innovative business strategies catering to key fields. Help drive regional economic resilience and competitiveness.

Are you ready to be inspired? Join us as we explore the power and impact of 'Inspire Inclusion'. From challenging barriers to fostering diversity, find out how this theme is sparking real change towards a more equitable world.

Discover the four companies chosen for Cremorne Digital Hub's inaugural Scaleup Program, backed by $10 million from the Victorian Government. This comprehensive support system aims to accelerate growth, facilitate market penetration, and remove barriers to commercialization. Learn more about the innovative solutions and partnerships that will drive their success.

From navigating her own journey to becoming one of the youngest female directors at amaysim, this inspiring woman reflects on the influences and challenges that paved her career, highlighting the importance of mentorship and collective action to bridge the gender pay gap.

International Women's Day is more than just a single day. It's a platform to invest in women and drive change in the workplace. Learn how you can make a lasting impact by providing support, conducting pay gap analysis, and creating a more inclusive environment. Let's keep the conversation going beyond March 8th.

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Top stories

Avoiding small business tax mistakes is crucial to avoid overpaying, triggering IRS attention, or facing penalties. Common errors include misreporting income, failing to separate personal and business finances, and not utilizing tax deductions effectively. Stay informed and transparent with your CPA.

Australia

The Boosting Female Founders program, intended to support women in startups, faced significant delays blamed on a spending audit. The scheme, offering grants to women-led startups, has been marred by setbacks and poor communication, with only 12% of funding going to all-women teams in 2023.

Australian Economy

Women's domestic labor is essential to the economy, yet undervalued and undercounted. Australian women do $771 of unpaid work weekly, compared to men's under $500. Recognizing and valuing women's work can lead to a more gender-equitable economy.

World

The Albanese government's $2 billion pledge aims to mitigate risks in Southeast Asia, particularly Indonesia. The investment facility, announced at the ASEAN Summit, aims to attract Australian investors to support renewable energy and infrastructure development.

The Albanese government's $2 billion promise to South-East Asia faces challenges despite progress in Indonesia, highlighting the region's complex regulatory environment. Foreign investment is crucial for Indonesia's clean energy and infrastructure goals. Australian investors may be enticed by the promise.

Investors have abandoned hopes of a volley of rate cuts this year, but remain hopeful that strong US economic activity will boost corporate profits and power Wall Street even higher, writes Karen Maley.

Tech

The EU's new Digital Markets Act forces Big Tech to open up competition on their platforms. Apple recently unbanned Epic Games due to this regulation, allowing Fortnite to potentially return to iOS in Europe. Exciting developments ahead.

Apple is making significant changes to its mobile platforms in response to the EU's Digital Markets Act. These changes include opening up app distribution, offering browser choices, allowing third-party payment apps, and making it easier to transfer data to non-Apple devices.

Google's latest AI model, Gemini, is available on the Pixel 8 Pro but not the smaller Pixel 8 due to unspecified "hardware limitations." The lack of clear communication from Google has left consumers feeling misled.

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Establishing a business can be thrilling, but young entrepreneurs often neglect tax compliance, causing costly mistakes. Understanding tax planning, worker classifications, record-keeping, and state taxes are crucial for safeguarding startup financial health and success.

UnitedHealth Group's cyberattack on the nation's largest billing and payment clearinghouse, Change Healthcare, has left providers in financial turmoil. The attack has exposed vulnerabilities and raised concerns about patient data security.

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace has revolutionized industries, from improving search algorithms to transforming healthcare practices and logistics. Successful AI adoption requires transparency, education, and collaboration to create a future-ready team that embraces innovation and diversity.

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