Thursday 18 August

Today on StartupSmart, we look at what the recent flurry of arrivals by international brands means for start-ups. Faced by heavyweight retailers such as Zara and La Senza to innovative online businesses such as Airbnb and BuyMyTronics, domestic start-ups may be a bit spooked. However, as we explain today, Aussie start-ups can still compete and […]

Oliver Milman 17 August, 2011

Oliver Milman Today on StartupSmart, we look at what the recent flurry of arrivals by international brands means for start-ups.

Faced by heavyweight retailers such as Zara and La Senza to innovative online businesses such as Airbnb and BuyMyTronics, domestic start-ups may be a bit spooked.

However, as we explain today, Aussie start-ups can still compete and even triumph over larger, global rivals, given the right strategy.

Elsewhere, we profile up-and-coming online venture WeTeachMe and mentor Jane Shelton runs through the health and safety rules of working from home.