Business Resource Centre

10 Technology Tools Your Business Should Invest In This Year

This year, get your operations sorted and take your business to the next level by investing in these 10 business technology tools & software. Find out how.

Which Devices are Compatible with the Square Reader?

Guide to Starting a Business in NSW

New South Wales is a great place to start a new business - more than 736,000 small businesses call NSW home. Read our guide for tips about starting your own business in NSW.

Guide to Starting a Business in Victoria

Starting a new business is an exciting time – but pre-planning is essential. Read our guide on how to start a business in Victoria.

What is a Barcode and How Does it Work?

Barcodes offer plenty of benefits to shoppers, but they also help retail stores to run more smoothly. Read more information about barcodes and how they work.

How to Use a Cash Register

Read our guide of tips to train your employees in how to use a cash register, and the difference between a cash register and point of sale system.

Types of POS Systems for Different Businesses

Setting up the right point of sale (POS) system for your business is essential to tracking and optimising your sales. Take a look at these different POS options.

9 Most Effective Marketing Channels for Small Business

The right marketing channels for your business will be influenced by your sector, product, target audience, budget and more. Read our guide for some useful tips.

Consumer Behaviour in Marketing and Why it’s Important

It’s important for brands and marketers to study consumer behaviour because it helps them understand what influences consumers’ buying decisions. Learn more in our guide.

11 Home Business Ideas to Start in 2021

If you’re considering starting a home business, read on for some pros and cons and a list of home business ideas that are relatively easy to set up.

Choosing a POS System for your Beauty Salon

Not sure if Square is right for you? Read on for some pointers on the features you should look for when choosing a POS system for your beauty salon or spa business.

How to Use the 7Ps of Marketing

As a small business developing your marketing plan, it’s important to keep in mind the 7Ps of marketing. Read more about how to use the 7Ps in our handy guide.

How to Start an Online Business in 2021

With online shopping growing significantly in 2020 and 2021, it’s a great time to start an online business. Learn about what to consider and useful online store tools in this handy guide.

How to Set Business Goals for the New Financial Year

In this guide we take a look at some tried and true ways to go into the new financial year feeling refreshed and clear on your business goals. Follow these steps and make your EOFY both productive and stress-free.

A Guide to the Australian Minimum Wage for Employers

Whether you’re hiring your first employee or scaling your workforce, here’s what you need to know about minimum wage rates in Australia.

How to Make Use of the Instant Asset Write-Off For Small Businesses at Tax Time

Here’s a refresher on how the Australian government’s instant asset write-off tax scheme works and some tips on getting ready for tax time.

A Beginner's Guide to Content Marketing

Looking to get started with content marketing for your business? Check out these tips, strategies, metrics and more to get started.

8 Features You Should Look for in a Retail POS System

What is a retail point of sale system? Here are the features you should consider when choosing a point of sale system.

What is a Niche Market?

A niche market is a segment of a larger market that has unique needs and preferences. Here’s how to develop a niche market targeting strategy for your business.

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White Whale Coffee Roasters: Growing Cairns’ Coffee Culture and Helping Rebuild the Great Barrier Reef

Co-owner Ali Slotemaker speaks about building her business during a time when Cairns only had one or two coffee shops, going through a rebrand, and what’s next for White Whale Coffee Roasters.

How to Apply for the Victorian Government’s Small Business Digital Adaptation Program

You could be eligible to receive up to a $1200 rebate for digital upgrade projects for your business in Victoria. Learn more about eligibility criteria and how to apply here.

Introducing Square and Linktree’s Integration - How It Works

Square and Australia-based link-in-bio startup Linktree are making it easier for you to accept payments on social media. Learn more and how you can apply for grant program the Passion Fund.

Break-Even Analysis Guide: How to Calculate BEP and Apply It to Your Business

A break-even analysis can help you determine fixed and variable costs, set prices and plan for your business’s financial future.

Inventory Management: How to Manage Small Business Inventory

Running out or having excessive stock are bad for your bottom line. Learn inventory management techniques to have the right products when you need them.

How To Apply For A Small Business Loan

Financing your business with a loan can be a way to maintain ownership of your business and take it to the next level. Here’s how to apply for a small business loan.

Dexterity Salon: From $300 in a Garage, to an Award-Winning Regional Hair Salon

Owner of Dexterity Salon, Jordan Walker, has transformed the salon into a household name in the area, and has picked up several accolades at local business awards.

QR Codes: What They Are And How to Generate One in 2021

Find out how QR codes can be used for business. Square allows you to generate QR codes to be used for ordering, contactless payments & product information.

How to Secure a Business Loan as a New Business

Before you apply for a loan for your new business, here’s what you need to know.

Introducing Square Loans, a Business Lending Product - Now Available in Australia

We’re launching Square Loans, a lending program designed to make it quick and easy for independent, eligible businesses to get access to the capital they need to grow.

Why You Should Rethink Your Bank Loan

Do you think business loans and think endless paperwork, interest payments and impersonal service? Think again.

How to Use Instagram Shoppable Posts to Sell on Social Media

With Instagram shoppable posts, you can sell products directly from shoppers’ feeds. Users can browse, buy, and check out without leaving the app. Here’s how to get started.

What is Working Capital?

Understanding working capital is key to managing your business’ cash flow and making significant purchases to help your business grow.

Tips for Small Business Financing: How To Get Noticed by Square Loans

We look at hundreds of factors to determine where to extend Square Loans. Here are the key things we consider.

Digitalisation vs Digitisation - Explained for Your Business

Here we take a look at the differences between digitisation and digitalisation – and how it’s digitalisation that enables businesses to grow in uncertain times.

All Things Equal: Creating Meaningful Employment and Belonging to People Living with a Disability

All Things Equal is a cafe in Melbourne that aims to help their employees contribute to society, find a sense of belonging in the community, and maintain a sustainable income.