Tag: Tony Abbott

I was recently asked my opinion on what are my thoughts on the election and its effect on small business by veteran journalist Jonathan Jackson.

Here is what I had to say:

"Small businesses are the backbone of the Australian economy.

There are over two million small businesses in this country, which provide approximately seven million jobs and comprise up to 20 per cent of the national economy.

With a Federal election looming and a new Prime Minister to be appointed (or, in Kevin Rudd’s case, a returning Prime Minister), small business owners will be eagerly and nervously awaiting party platforms that impact them.

I understand the pressure and considerations of running a small business more than most. I founded my first business at age 25, and in 2004 established Marketing Eye, Australia’s leading marketing consultancy firm for small to medium businesses.

Watching the Today Show as I am packing up boxes for a house move over the weekend and I must say that Julia Gillard needs some media training.

Did anyone watch Australian Story on the ABC last night?

Paul Howe, the leader of the Australian Workers Union was featured and I have to say I was completely glued to the television set.