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Financial planning practices can excel – but growth must be the focus
Ray Djani | October 30, 2019Generally speaking, boutique financial planning practices can excel and prosper in the new era of advice, however the rules have changed and standing still or staying small, is no longer an option.
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Negligent employers face jail under new workplace manslaughter laws
First 5000 | October 29, 2019Workplace manslaughter will become a criminal offence, under tough new legislation introduced in Victorian Parliament today.
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Strong climate policy could make Australia a world leader in coal-free steel
First 5000 | October 29, 2019An ambitious policy on climate change and zero-carbon industry could make Australia the first country in the world to produce coal-free steel, said climate think-tank Beyond Zero Emissions (BZE) today.
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In it for the long-term: business, brand and marketing strategy
Rachel Bevans | October 29, 2019Having worked with mid-sized businesses, and evident in research by KPMG, BDO, Grant Thornton and the Australian Government Department of Industry, Innovation and Science (DOI) , the key problems are lower profit margins, cash flow and access to capital, explains Rachel Bevans.
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Why business owners should manage their business as an asset
First 5000 | October 28, 2019For many business owners, their business provides a means of employment and an income. Often, they started the business for that very purpose. However, by not treating their business as an asset, they could be missing out on growth opportunities, according to Andrew Laurie.
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Top recommendations for more productive brainstorming sessions
Carolin Petterson | October 28, 2019Brainstorming sessions can be an important process for any business. Carolin Patterson explains how to make your meeting a success with rather than leaving people feeling like they have wasted their time.
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Australian Space Agency signs with Maxar at IAC
First 5000 | October 28, 2019The Australian Space Agency signed a Statement of Strategic Intent and Cooperation with US based company Maxar Technologies at the 70th International Astronautical Congress (IAC) in Washington DC, last week.
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Eftpos to open payments network to fintechs
First 5000 | October 25, 2019Eftpos today announced it will launch a public API program in early 2020 and is partnering with Stone&Chalk to build closer relationships with Australia’s Fintech community.
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Insolvency practices inquiry inundated by survey responses
First 5000 | October 25, 2019The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell says there’s been an overwhelming public response to the Insolvency Practices Inquiry since it was launched two weeks ago.
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Poorly managed conflicts of interest enable corruption in Victoria: report
First 5000 | October 25, 2019Poorly managed conflicts of interest remain a major enabler of corruption according to a report released Victoria’s by the state’s anti-corruption body, IBAC.
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Skills breakthrough builds a stronger Australia
First 5000 | October 24, 2019Employers welcome the release of the Australian Qualifications Framework review which makes recommendations to help deliver the stronger skills system Australians deserve, according to the Business Council of Australia.
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How can SMBs prepare for cybersecurity challenges?
Keith Coppersmith | October 24, 2019Cybersecurity has become one of the most important business factors for small and medium businesses. The ever-growing threats in the online world are not just focused on corporations and governments.
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Leadership tips to improve your business
Carolin Petterson | October 24, 2019It’s never easy becoming a great leader. But it is something that every business person should strive to achieve. Knowing when to do and how to do it… and, more importantly, admitting a mistake.
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Have your say: financing faster rail, connecting Australians to housing, jobs and services
First 5000 | October 23, 2019The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Infrastructure, Transport and Cities has launched its inquiry into options for financing faster rail. Submissions close Friday, 6 December 2019.
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Importance of developing ‘CX Hub’ within contact centres
First 5000 | October 23, 2019Air Asia, CBA, Australia Post and Qantas will come together at the 5th Annual Customer Contact Week event to discuss the importance customer experience plays within contact centres.