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In the diverse world of business startups, from tourism and recreation to care, education, and beyond, the key to success often lies in one critical phase: testing and validating your Minimum Viable Product (MVP). But when your MVP is an experience – be it an […]

Introduction: The Winning Formula for Startup Success Entrepreneurship is a journey fraught with challenges, yet filled with opportunities. At Sea to Valley Startups, the proven path to success involves a blend of expert coaching, strategic action, and relentless learning. This post delves into the practical, […]

Allendale North, Barossa Valley, South Australia – March 1st, 2024 Get ready for a day of unparalleled entertainment and networking as Rock & Wood Quarry in Allendale North hosts two extraordinary events on March 1st, 2024, featuring a unique blend of history, nature, and show-stopping […]

Creating vibrant Communities of Practice (CoPs) that evolve into Communities of Innovation requires an understanding of their foundational elements and a commitment to fostering an environment where every member can contribute, participate, and innovate. Drawing from “A Guide to Managing Knowledge: Cultivating Communities of Practice” […]

Various business associations and groups have events coming up across the region and here are a few to check out and put into your calendar:   Makers Market Date and Time: January 21 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Host: Kapunda Business Alliance Find out […]

Welcome to the Nifty Fifties Wendy! Have a smashing day! All the best, Danielle of Mandala Tribal Belly Dance 😊 Hi Wendy, Have a fabulous 50th birthday, indulge and enjoy, you deserve it. Cheers, Jenny Redshaw Happy Birthday Wendy! Wishing you a fun-filled and fantastic 50th! All the […]

Greetings Local Businesses and those with Business Ideas There’s an exciting opportunity coming up for you and your business. The Port Pirie Power-Up: Propel Your Business & Personal Progress is an experience to get stuff done that you won’t want to miss. Here’s why: Knowledge […]

I don’t know about you, but we find that spring can influence your outlook and decision-making as a business owner and someone with lots of ideas.  A more optimistic mindset, renewed energy, fresh ideas and innovative thinking, increased productivity, and a focus on getting stuff […]

There are many opportunities to serve clients in the care sector, especially in aged care and disability services regionally. Flexibility in hours and working close to home, or planning a loop for travel, and making a difference for clients, are high motivators. And it is […]

Barossa Farmers Market Dates: Every Saturday Time: 7:30am – 11:30am Location: Angaston Road & Stockwell Road The Barossa Farmers Market is an authentic farmers market open Saturday morning from 7:30am to 11:30am, offering a selection of fresh, seasonal, artisan-made Barossa and regional South Australian food. […]

August 2023 Inspiring Business Stories – AUKUS & Export, Events & Sport + Networking Tuesday, 1 Aug 2023 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM ACST The Lady Daly Hotel 126 Port Rd Hindmarsh, SA 5007 Register here   Women in Business Networking Event – 2 August […]

As a business owner, it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day operations and challenges of running your company.  However, joining entrepreneurial events can be a game-changer for your business and personal growth. These events provide invaluable opportunities to expand your knowledge, network with […]

Sea to Valley Startups organised the “Regional Innovation Reverse Pitch Night & Networking Event” on the 29th of May 2023 to bring together diverse stakeholders, fostering collaboration, and igniting the spirit of entrepreneurship. By flipping the traditional pitch night format and focusing on challenges presented […]

Aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs alike understand the power of connections and continuous learning in driving business success. That’s why events dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and acquiring new knowledge are invaluable resources on the entrepreneurial journey. “Founders in the Forest” was one such meticulously crafted […]

Businesses including accommodation, administration support, aged care experts, agronomy, arts, automotive, building and construction, catering, cleaning, dance, driving instructor, farming, food vans, gardening, handyman services, hotel, HR consulting and recruitment, kids’ and family activities (at caravan parks, OHSC), museum (auto/motor vehicles), music, NDIS providers, oyster […]

In today’s digital age, businesses are constantly looking for ways to increase their productivity and streamline their operations.  With the rise of mobile technology, many businesses are turning to mobile apps to help them achieve their goals. However, there are three factors to be considered […]

You are invited to join in free Business Lunches, Meetups over Drinks with Nibbles, and Coffee Catch Ups, in Port Vincent, Minlaton, Yorketown, Stansbury, Edithburgh, Ardrossan, and Maitland, with conversations on promoting small business ownership and self-employment. Come along to as many of the events […]

The Yorke Peninsula is a stunning and diverse region located in South Australia, known for its beautiful coastlines, picturesque towns, and friendly locals.  In anticipation of the year ahead, Cooper Trails Bike Hire alongside Sea to Valley Startups recently hosted an event to bring together […]

It can be an exciting and challenging experience – here are some essential things you need to know and do: Decide on your business structure: The most common types of business structures in Australia are sole trader, partnership, company, and trust. Each structure has its […]

You or someone you know may be interested in gaining a better understanding of what’s involved in starting a business. It can be hard to figure out where to start, what help is available to you, how to generate and validate business ideas, and to […]

It was a great event on Wednesday night where we heard from Russell Peate, CEO Copper Coast Council, Lisa Brock, Employment Facilitator, Local Jobs Program, and from local startups. Please show your support and get behind those people who pitched supporting: – Malcolm Chapman, Chapman Trailer Components – Justine […]

By Emma Heidenreich Updated October 25 2022 – 9:35am, first published October 21 2022 – 11:45am https://www.portpirierecorder.com.au/story/7951665/could-now-be-the-best-time-to-start-a-small-business-in-port-pirie/?cs=1530 Port Pirie may not be the most obvious choice when it comes to starting a small business. After all, the challenges that regional businesses of all sizes face today seem never-ending. […]

Employability Skills, Entrepreneurial Mindset and Team Work When you have a business idea, startup or small medium enterprise (SME), there is a never-ending list of tasks to do, and you could always get more help.  And, if you are a job seeker, participant, or student, […]

Business and educational networking events are a great way to interact with likeminded people.  The benefit of attending these events is that you will be able to network with other business owners, learn new skills and meet professionals who may become your mentor or future […]

Are you unemployed, under-employed and/or owners of existing micro-businesses (with up to 4 employees) who need support for the business to be commercially viable? Would you like to explore your idea for a business and/or get some help with your existing business? Self-Employment Assistance can […]

The Set Yourself Up for Success in the New Financial Year event on Friday afternoon at the Cove Business Hub saw a number of aspiring and current business owners come together in a relaxed setting to hear about services that can help you. From Self-Employment […]

Seems like things are flying towards the end of the financial year where the wild and woolly weather is a metaphor of there being so much on over June and into July 2022. What are you getting involved in, hosting and/or going along to? 07 […]

Some people say, “I didn’t know that this event was on…and I’m not happy that I missed out”, so don’t be that person. Instead look at events coming up where we could catch up and you can meet potential collaborators, customers, startup, and business friends. […]

\”Another great event on Wednesday, you are truly leaving in your wake a wonderful legacy that will live on for eons to come, well done and thank you.\” Thanks so much for Wednesday night\’s #shoplocal Beverages and Beer, Food and Fun Event at Shapeshifter Brewing Company, which […]

When you start up a business and as you grow it, developing relationships, gaining introductions and connections is key, particularly where you are business to business or business to government. There are so many events that you could go to where you’ll decide what might […]

Being asked to share events that are coming up over the next 6 weeks or so and they are in date order with face-to-face events first and then online sessions too.   March 2022 Face to face 24.3.22, 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm, KEEP CYBERCRIMINALS […]

If you are based in Adelaide there are heaps of events to choose from for business and pleasure. And let’s get straight to it with face to face first: 05 Mar 2022 – 10 Mar 2022, Adelaide Writers Week 07 Mar 2022 5:00 PM – […]

Going along to events and networking is a fundamental part of building your business and networks, gaining feedback, ideas and connections, but a lot of time can be wasted going to activities that may not be valuable for you. And whilst you do need an […]

Many Australian women are starting their own businesses, which seems to have increased over the recent years of the Covid-19 pandemic. It is gratifying to know that Australia ranked 8th in the world for proportion of women-owned and women-led businesses according to the Mastercard Index […]

No matter what kind of business you have, email marketing should be a top priority and 89% of marketers claim email as their primary channel for lead generation. However, just because you\’re sending promotional emails it doesn\’t mean they\’re all working and it\’s possible that […]

It was 3 weeks ago when the Launch Party for South Australian Businesses with Female Founders was held at Jackson Square in Hindmarsh and what a fun night! Celebrating 5 female founders who launched 4 businesses and new offerings, with a Salsa demo by Val, drinks and […]

A common question asked is what events should you go to?  And this will be different for everyone, based upon target market and focus on difference industry sectors and then there are some events that you don\’t want to miss. For example, you should want […]

A way to build your confidence and networking skills is to go along to relevant events and Meetup groups. There are many events on every week and sometimes it can be too much, or you might not know which activities will provide the most value.  […]

People new to business and startups bring with them a number of different emotions and feelings. It is inevitable that feelings like excitement, determination, passion, strategy, and fun will come and go in waves. There comes a time, however, when it can be overwhelming with […]

Appreciate that everyone has a different opinion about writing for websites, landing pages and social media posts so this blog isn’t about what you should do… rather it is more about whether these suggestions make sense to you and giving it a go. If you’ve […]

Running your own business can be challenging as there\’s always so much to do. Taking care of your clients always comes first but finding time to accomplish all of the other things you need to do to build your business is a real challenge. So, […]

The inaugural Switch Start Scale 2021 Awards took place on Thursday night (10.6.21), at a very cool and perhaps unexpected venue which was George St Gym in Hindmarsh, where the unique stage was a boxing ring. Showcasing fantastic new ventures and seeing first-hand the diverse […]

Always keeping an eye out for grants and funding, here is what is open or coming up in due date order, plus programs and opportunities that you can tap into now: Switch Start Scale City of Charles Sturt City of Holdfast Bay City of Port […]

You can learn lessons from those that have gone before you, whether that is from the past hundred years or in more recent times. Going back over history, there are many innovations that were ahead of their time, and you might wonder, how did you […]

Do you want to take your business or idea to the next level?  Entering awards can give you profile and promotion, opening up networks and new opportunities. This event is the inaugural awards for Switch Start Scale, the Entrepreneurship Facilitator Service in Adelaide. Eligibility: Being […]

Across the broader Adelaide metropolitan region, and especially in the Western suburbs there is much support for local businesses, startups and scaleups. Networking is key to how business is done, with referrals and recommendations to local experience, products and services.  And when councils get behind […]

Are you aware that there is increasing demand, now and into the future, for human resources and providers in the care sector? And you might not know about, or have the networks into sectors such as aged care, community services, disability and health, so maybe […]

Strategic planning is a systematic process of outlining an organisation’s direction. It helps to clearly understand the objectives and actions required to achieve that future vision and goals that the organisation wishes to fulfill and also helps measure success. Once you start to use this […]

Lockdowns in 2020 have brought business operations to a halt, leaving no industry sector untouched. The second wave closures brought a sense of novelty, amid the stress, evoking a sense of being on holidays or at home, especially if you were in a place like […]

Writing proposals, tenders and requests for quotes are necessity for running a business. Whether you’re pitching to Government, business to business, and/or for public partnerships, you need to put your best foot forward and have a go. There are key documents you need to do […]

You start the week with the best of intentions. ‘I’m going to smash through my to-do list’, is your mantra.  Until a few emails or a new project comes in, there’s an issue you need to attend or something simply takes longer than initially planned. […]

Emailing marketing is an effective, low-cost way to communicate with your customers, prospects and fans. It’s important that each ‘wave’ focuses on them, not cheers for you. Inboxes are a special place to personally connect with your tribe and requires various factors to get good […]

Pages are the essence of your brand’s website, with one goal: to persuade your prospects to the next step to becoming a customer. Landing Pages are, effectively standalone, websites. Smaller than your ‘Google HQ’, promoting a brand’s product, service or action, often mirroring an introduction […]

Pitching to customers and selling online requires a different skillset to face-to-face. There’s an art to selling online. The great news is, it can be learned. With ‘Zooming’ being a popular thing because of COVID, we’ve had to adapt to communicating, interacting, pitching and selling […]

Turning a side project into a full-fledged business is an optimistic dream that’s viable with passion and determination. You might work a full-time job but you’re looking for a creative outlet, especially in isolation. Maybe your circumstances have changed and you want to take ownership […]

Facebook is a powerful medium, well beyond it’s ‘social media channel’ identity. It’s becoming a hybrid media outlet, replacing traditional means with a personally curated ‘news’ scroll. Networking in Facebook Groups, watching exclusive Lives and webinars, and using Reviews in decision making. It’s a constantly-changing […]

To say the past few weeks have been challenging is a massive understatement. Businesses have ended, projects stopped, and bookings have vanished. Few industries are immune from the dual economic-health crisis, with small businesses, self-employed and start-ups getting hit hard. But in the midst of […]

Do you agree that more and more businesses need to make sales online? And, that having an online shop will mean that you can reach more customers all over the world, 24 hours a day? But you might be wondering, which of your products and […]

As an entrepreneur, start-up, small business or someone with a great idea, it can be frustrating to get the media’s attention. You live and breathe it but selling the awesomeness of your idea or brand to the media powers that be is very difficult. The […]

It has been great working with all of you this year, enjoy your time off, take it easy & see you in 2020 #entrepreneurshipfacilitators.

Time is everything for a startup business and every minute counts. Owing to the limitation of funds, staff, and stress of business expansion, the startup period seems to be a rough phase where one needs to focus more on the core business operations of the […]