As a small business owner, you have a lot on your plate. Sustainability is not high up on the priority list, even though it is so important to your business and could assist in the economic growth of your organisation. Taking the first steps towards sustainable business practices can be overwhelming for any business owner. To assist you in getting started, here is a list of ways to begin your journey towards sustainability! 1. Define your purpose Last week, we spoke about bra

Small businesses are beginning to realise the importance of economic, social and environmental sustainability in their decision-making. Giving either time or money to a cause can benefit a small-to-medium-sized enterprise (SME). Today, we explore exactly how. 1. Employee satisfaction and productivity A few months ago, we discussed how a sustainability program can benefit your business' team. In this article, we explored the data pointing to increased demand by employees for b

The idea of sustainability in business is becoming less of a political issue and more of a basic standard of good business practice. With an increasing number of the world's top companies publishing sustainability commitments and producing sustainability reports, small business owners are feeling empowered to take a stand on protecting our economic, social and environmental future. I am often asked if this is really the role of a small business owner. Should they be standing

You're a small business owner. You already work longer hours than the average 9-5 employee, trying to stay on top of everything that a small business owner needs to manage. You're chasing up client invoices, making sure your suppliers are getting paid, seeking new customers and ensuring the service you are providing your current clients is at the incredibly high standard you have set for your business. Sustainability is the last thing from your mind. This is typical for a sma