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15 basics to know if you use Excel spreadsheets 
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15 basics to know if you use Excel spreadsheets

by Darien Graham-Smith  |  16 May 2013  |  Comment now
Don't like that annoying habit Excel has of trying to guess the right format for a cell you're updating? Here's how to turn it off, plus other handy tips.
Quick tip: how to create a PowerPoint show with audio 
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Quick tip: how to create a PowerPoint show with audio

by Simon Jones  |  24 Apr 2013  |  Comment now
Want a snazzy slideshow or show-reel you can play at a seminar or sales event while the audience files into the room or breaks for lunch? Here's a quick tip using PowerPoint 2013.
Dropbox for Teams: is it suitable for business? 
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Dropbox for Teams: is it suitable for business?

by Jon Honeyball  |  5 Apr 2013  |  Comment now
Jon Honeyball is shocked at the lack of security in Dropbox for Teams. Click to read why.
10 absolute basics when starting a business 
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10 absolute basics when starting a business

by Krishan Sharma  |  29 Mar 2013  |  Comment now
Is 2013 the year you finally put your business idea into action? Here are 10 absolute basics to think about over the weekend.
Get your web site on Google: a 60 second "cheat sheet" 
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Get your web site on Google: a 60 second "cheat sheet"

by Krishan Sharma  |  26 Mar 2013  |  Comment now
This one-page SEO cheat sheet from Google is a basic introduction to crucial knowledge you should have if you have your own web site.
Lodging your BAS online: a basic intro 
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Lodging your BAS online: a basic intro

by Daniel James  |  25 Mar 2013  |  Comment now
These three videos introduce lodging your BAS online. They are general in nature, but they might at least help point you in the right direction.
43,000 Australians offering services on Airtasker site 
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43,000 Australians offering services on Airtasker site

by Krishan Sharma  |  1 Mar 2013  |  Comment now
If you need an easy way to outsource small jobs locally, Airtasker might be worth looking into.
A free program for recording Skype calls 
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A free program for recording Skype calls

by Anthony Caruana  |  7 Feb 2013  |  Comment now
If you need to record a Skype video call, here is a free program that will let you do it.
IT basics: The abc's of Remote Desktop 
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IT basics: The abc's of Remote Desktop

by Adam Turner  |  1 Feb 2013  |  Comment now
[Sponsored article] If you need to get some work done when you're away from your desk then remote access tools can save the day. Here are tips, advice, options and more.
Buying a franchise? The ACCC's free "buying a franchise" online course 
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Buying a franchise? The ACCC's free "buying a franchise" online course

by William Maher  |  31 Jan 2013  |  Comment now
More than 3,500 people have signed up to this free web course for want-to-be franchisees.
Survey your customers for $25 a month 
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Survey your customers for $25 a month

by Daniel James  |  24 Jan 2013  |  Comment now
When was the last time you asked your customers what they want?
Learning how to manage cash flow in small firms 
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Learning how to manage cash flow in small firms

by Tim Mazzarol  |  21 Jan 2013  |  Comment now
The financial management benchmarks of large firms should not be used for small ones.
Doing business online: when you don't know where to begin 
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Doing business online: when you don't know where to begin

by Daniel James  |  18 Jan 2013  |  Comment now
We've just spotted a 12-week online crash course in all the major online business basics.
How to easily switch from Windows Live Messenger to Skype 
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How to easily switch from Windows Live Messenger to Skype

by Anthony Caruana  |  17 Jan 2013  |  Comment now
Your Messenger account will shut down in March, but fortunately there's a way to switch to Skype and keep the same username and password. Click to see how.
Get free help with Intuit QuickBooks Online 
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Get free help with Intuit QuickBooks Online

by Anthony Caruana  |  17 Jan 2013  |  Comment now
Intuit is running a series of free workshops on QuickBooks Online for bookkeepers, accountants and consultants through late January and early February.
Basic tips for making money from Google AdSense 
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Basic tips for making money from Google AdSense

by Daniel James  |  16 Jan 2013  |  Comment now
Google has just published a checklist for how to optimise the placement of AdSense ads.
How to start the year with a clean slate in Dropbox 
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How to start the year with a clean slate in Dropbox

by Anthony Caruana  |  8 Jan 2013  |  Comment now
Start the New Year with a clean slate in Dropbox, with all your old 2012 items kept separate.
6 tips for using free Wi-Fi safely 
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6 tips for using free Wi-Fi safely

by Daniel James  |  20 Dec 2012  |  Comment now
Here are six steps you can take to protect yourself when using free Wi-Fi while you are out and about.
Handy tip: The best way to send really big files 
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Handy tip: The best way to send really big files

by Anthony Caruana  |  30 Nov 2012  |  Comment now
From Dropbox to Google Drive, YouSendIt and email, which is the best way to send very big files?
NAB spruiks Facebook shop idea to busy business owners 
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NAB spruiks Facebook shop idea to busy business owners

by Daniel James  |  13 Nov 2012  |  Comment now
Setting up a Facebook shop supposedly takes about 30 minutes to set up using an NAB-backed system.
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