Refreshing his café business has become the latest goal for Paul Stephens, who has operated the business from Church Street since September 2020. Starting with an analysis of the business bottom line, Paul worked with Realise Business to improve operational costs and market the café more effectively. He has already started to see recharged customer […]
It’s Small Business Month in NSW, and this year the NSW Government’s theme is Rebuild, Recharge, Renew. Throughout March, the focus of events and activities is to help small businesses recover from recent challenges and build a brighter, stronger future. Realise Business Advisors have worked side by side with businesses over the past few months. […]
Seeking professional guidance from Realise Business has been a fantastic move for restaurant owners Lily and Evan Li from Zun’s Kitchen, which specialises in quality fresh Korean and Japanese cuisine. The experienced restaurant owners opened their Rydalmere restaurant in mid 2021 and soon faced a lengthy lockdown, but with next-level help from Realise Business they […]
Segmenting your customers into groups is a great way to get the most out of your marketing spend. Building customer personas will help you discover and develop messages that speak to different customer groups, informing them and persuading them to purchase from your business. Suppose you are a high street cafe in the Parramatta area, […]
The following information is a summary of the current financial support offered by the NSW Government for Small Businesses in response to the Omicron Variant. We will continue to update this page with the latest information, as it is released from government. If you need further assistance and would like to speak with an advisor, […]
Interesting changes in consumer behaviour that have followed the extensive lockdown will benefit local retailers. Australians are reporting more accumulated savings than usual. Where they have been unable to spend on travel, for example, they have saved money that is now available for other purchases. And, having learnt to shop locally by necessity, many are […]
Converting ‘lookers to bookers’ is an ongoing goal for Michael’s Parramatta business. He worked with Realise Business on engaging the salon’s social media audience to increase bookings, nurture client relationships and build up his brand. Michael is a highly qualified hairdresser who opened Michael’s Hair and Beauty, his Parramatta salon, in 1989. Michael says, “I […]
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Thanks to warmer weather, longer days, and the easing of some health and safety restrictions, there is a greater sense of optimism and renewal after months of extremely tough business conditions. Parramatta cafes and restaurants have reopened, with operational arrangements based on the latest health advice and the government’s Roadmap to Reopening. The Roadmap to […]
Sushi Mata, a Church Street restaurant established in November 2020, recently consulted Realise Business about readying themselves for reopening. They worked on ensuring the business is generally geared up for success and, in particular, prepared for outdoor dining. Realise Business has worked with several Eat Street businesses, including Sushi Mata, to help them make provisions […]