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🎉 Looking to turn your customers into raving fans? Inside Small Business offers some key strategies to help you achieve this. Understanding why customers pay for your service and playing to your strengths are crucial. Also, don’t underestimate the power of listening to complaints—they can provide invaluable insights for improvement. Building a base of loyal, enthusiastic customers starts here. Read the full article for more insights: https://buff.ly/3NCsApe

🌏 Australian consumers are increasingly using their purchasing power to drive social change. Recent research reveals that 81% of Aussies prefer to support brands engaged in social good, and 25% have boycotted brands due to unethical or unsustainable actions in the past year. This trend underscores the importance of individual actions, with 69% of Australians believing their choices make a crucial difference in fostering global and social change. Over the past year: 53% have embraced the circular economy by purchasing or donating second-hand goods. 55% have made an effort to buy more environmentally friendly items. 46% have chosen to shop local to reduce emissions and support local businesses. Consumer activism is clearly on the rise in Australia. Join the movement by supporting brands that align with your values and contribute to a positive impact. Read more about this inspiring trend: https://buff.ly/3BGrM02

🌟 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽: 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺? 🌟 In yesterday's Ecommerce Masterclass, Jeff highlighted a common mistake many inventory businesses make: not knowing when to use Shopify + Xero versus Shopify + other combinations like Cin7 + Xero for inventory management. Here are some key reasons to consider integrating an IMS like Cin7 with Shopify and Xero: • Track COGS and inventory valuation • Calculate product margins • Minimize stock outs • Calculate landed costs • Manage manufacturing BOMs • Handle quotes efficiently • Manage fulfillments from multiple channels Many businesses stick with familiar tools without realizing the potential benefits of exploring new solutions. Products like A2X and Foresight AI can save you time and significantly improve your business processes. 𝗣𝗿𝗼 𝗧𝗶𝗽: 💡 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘵𝘰𝘰𝘭 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘢𝘯'𝘵 𝘥𝘰 𝘴𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘴𝘦𝘵 𝘶𝘱 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴. A big thank you to Xero, Shopify, Cin7, and A2X for making this event a success!

Is your tech stack a tangled mess of incompatible software? If so, you're likely dealing with FrankenApps – the disjointed tools that complicate rather than simplify. Our new blog post explores the pitfalls of FrankenApps and provides actionable strategies to overcome them. Let's work together to streamline your business operations and drive growth. Read more and start your journey to seamless integration today! 🚀 https://buff.ly/4fwhtuj

📢 Need help managing your inventory and sales with your Xero and Shopify setup? 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀: 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗫𝗲𝗿𝗼 is live right now and it's packed with valuable insights! Jeff is on the panel, sharing his expertise on seamlessly syncing and reconciling data, managing inventory, and avoiding common ecommerce pitfalls. If you're looking to get the most out of your Shopify, Xero, Cin7 and A2X setups, it's not too late to jump in! Don’t miss this chance to learn from the best in the business. Join us now: https://lnkd.in/gne9hEEZ

🧐 Do you consider yourself a small business? The Australian government is currently debating what defines a small business, and it's crucial to stay informed! There’s a proposal to change the definition in the Fair Work Act from less than 15 employees to less than 25 employees. Business groups argue this change could reduce regulatory burdens and compliance costs, while the government fears it might lead to increased employee dismissals. Why is this important? The definition affects everything from tax rates to grant access and regulatory compliance. With around 25 different definitions across Australia, the current situation is confusing and inconsistent. What’s your opinion? Should the definition be expanded? Join the conversation and read more about this critical debate: https://buff.ly/4h9JcCv

You don't want to miss this!! If you're running a Shopify store with Xero, this webinar is for you.

🧹 Is digital clutter affecting your productivity? As business owners, we’re often buried in data, emails, files, and digital tools. While technology has transformed our work, it’s also led to an overload of digital "clutter." A digital declutter can be as refreshing as a spring clean, helping streamline operations and refocus your mind. Plus, it can save you money! Want to boost your productivity and efficiency? Read this article from Inside Small Business for actionable steps to declutter your digital space! 🌟 Read more: https://buff.ly/4043QOj

🚀 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘆𝗲𝘁? 𝗬𝗼𝘂'𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲!  🛍️ November 29th is just around the corner, and we've got some insider tips you won't want to miss! We asked industry pros for their best advice on prepping for the big day, and their tips are pure gold. Watch the video and get ahead of the game! 🌟 Ashley from Sandy Rose Designs talks about the importance of stocking up and getting your marketing ducks in a row well in advance. 📦Luke Chapman at BigCommerce stresses knowing your inventory like the back of your hand. 💡 Huw Griffiths from Airwallex shares why early planning and cost optimization are essential. ✉️ Kara from Yotpo reminds us to never overlook the power of a well-proofread email. Even though it feels like you have some time until the big day, getting your messaging and tech stack ready now can make a world of difference. Have you got any secret sauce ideas that we've missed? Drop your tips in the comments!

📈 Positive news for the retail sector! Retail sales in Australia saw a 3.1% increase in August, reaching $36.48 billion. 🌟 With the warmest August on record since 1910, spending surged on summer clothing, outdoor dining, and camping equipment. Cosmetics and sports goods led the way with a 6.5% growth, followed by food sales at 3.8% and department stores at 2.1%. Paul Zahra, CEO of the Australian Retailers Association, notes that retailers are shaking off the winter blues and gearing up for a busy season. Despite ongoing challenges, this positive trend is encouraging. Let's continue to support our local retailers and build on this momentum! 🛍️ Read more: