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Economic Development Sparrowly Group Economic Development Sparrowly Group

In defence of the dollar - why impact measurement needs a common denominator

Economic impact analysis plays a crucial role in balancing social, environmental and financial outcomes - yet it’s often misunderstood. Sparrowly Group’s Senior Economist, Sam Miller, demystifies why using the dollar as a common measure helps compare diverse impacts, improve decision-making and align policy and business choices for greater overall community benefit.

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SME Sparrowly Group SME Sparrowly Group

Nailing your next grant application

Grant writing for small business and community projects can feel daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Sparrowly Group’s Naomi Farrelly shares practical tips to craft compelling applications, strengthen your case for funding and improve your chances of success - helping you secure support for projects that make a real impact.

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SME Giovanna Lever SME Giovanna Lever

Adapt your business by adopting the 5% rule

Sparrowly Group’s Managing Director, Giovanna Lever shares how she has continued to apply the 5% to the business and in life, and how it has helped maintain focus as the world adapts to a new normal.

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SME Giovanna Lever SME Giovanna Lever

Goal setting for every age

Now that the New Year hype is over and the pressure for new starts is off, let’s get real about creating goals and bring it back to basics. Giovanna Lever has mentored hundreds of individuals in her career from school leavers to senior managers and small business owners.

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