Suze English
Suze English, SmartCo. Media
Suze is a writer and digital communicator with a passion for helping Australian companies, particularly small businesses, bring their stories to life. With over 15 years’ experience as a social media editor, digital content producer and campaign manager for various Australian media publications, she helps businesses get the most out of their digital campaigns.
Latest from Suze English
One of the most common ways small business owners describe being their own boss is that it’s “a labour of love”. Pouring your blood, sweat and tears into making a business successful is par for the course. But what happens when you fall out of love with your business? Sarah Holder from Active Admin &…
Since launching his Airbnb-style caravan hire marketplace in 2015, Camplify founder Justin Hales has revolutionised the RV industry and developed a bright idea into a global, ASX-listed brand. He joined the First Act podcast to share some of the biggest learnings he’s gained in his rapid rise to success. According to Justin, a chance…
If the past few years have been anything to go by, it’s clear that catastrophic weather events and natural disasters in Australia are a given and could strike anywhere, at any time. Is your business ready? Natural disasters can be ruinous for small and family businesses yet only one in four small businesses have…
Ah, Valentine’s Day – the day of love. What better time to shine a spotlight on some of the wonderful Aussie businesses that are doing good in the world? Every day, thousands of amazing small to medium-sized businesses in Australia pay it forward by supporting their local communities, donating to not-for-profits and charities, and ensuring…
If there’s one man who can spot a gap in a market a mile off, it’s Mike Halligan. The serial entrepreneur loves building brands that deliver solutions to consumer problems and he’s been founding businesses since the age of 17. He’s now the co-founder of Scratch, Australia’s fastest-growing direct-to-consumer dog food company, and has…
As an internationally respected disability advocate, author, business consultant, and media professional, Lisa Cox is proof that living with disabilities need not hold a person back from achieving amazing things in life. Lisa says it’s not her disabilities, but societal attitudes that have made it hardest for her to get ahead. She joined the…
Small business defaults are on the rise with hospitality businesses at highest risk of insolvency, closely followed by transport, postal and warehousing, and arts and recreation services, according to findings from the latest CreditorWatch Business Risk Report. Falling consumer demand, rising costs, skills and staff shortages and more are creating a perfect storm of…
Aunty’s Ginger Tonic founder, Yarrie Bangura is a shining example of how determination, courage and passion can help you achieve your dreams, no matter the challenges you face. The Sierra Leone refugee fled her war-torn homeland as a child and started a new life in Australia with her family in 2004. She joined the…
Clovis Young founded one of Australia’s tastiest fast-food success stories, Mad Mex Fresh Mexican Grill. With over 70 restaurants operating in Australia and New Zealand, Mad Mex has been a significant disruptor in the fast-food industry, offering healthier alternatives that set them apart from their industry competitors. Clovis joined the First Act podcast to…
As growing numbers of Australian small businesses expand into overseas markets, many face ‘fee shock’ when paying suppliers simply because they haven’t shopped for the best exchange rate deals. Research commissioned by global comparison service Money Transfer Comparison found that nearly two-thirds (60 per cent) of Australian businesses don’t check exchange rates or shop around for the best rates…
