--- title: National small business summit presentation description: Azure Group managing director, Michael Derin was invited to be a panelist at the recent National Small Business Summit held in Brisbane. 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Azure Group was well represented with Michael on a panel discussing how micro businesses are faring in the current market.    Michael speaks on why it's important for micro business to have defined business and personal objectives in order to achieve success. Read Michael’s [Dynamic Business blog post](http://www.dynamicbusiness.com.au/articles/articles-blogs/national-small-business-summit-2010.html) on his wrap up of the Summit   --- *This article is intended to provide general information only, and is not to be regarded as legal or financial advice. 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