Professional Development
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Minister for Small Business Bruce Billson keynote – #G20SME
Bruce Billson | June 26, 2014Minister for Small Business, Bruce Billson delivered the following keynote address at G20 Agenda for Growth: Opportunities for SMEs.
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Too big to ignore globally – #G20SME
Kate Carnell | June 25, 2014Cutting down red tape, simplifing the tax system, easier employment and better infrastructure are key to meeting Australia’s G20 target of 2 per cent growth. ACCI CEO Kate Carnell delivered the following address at G20 Agenda for Growth: Opportunities for SMEs.
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Create a more mentally healthy workplace
Brian Graetz | June 25, 2014Too many business owners and managers still believe mental health in the workplace is not an important issue. Brian Graetz says the Heads Up campaign by beyondblue wants to change that perception and help workplaces to be as mentally healthy as possible.
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State of Origin, World Cup passion not productivity concern
Helen Hull | June 19, 2014Last night’s perfect storm of State of Origin and Australia’s World Cup match against the Netherlands could see staff arriving to work today with blood shot eyes and little sleep, or they may not turning up at all. Helen Hull puts the issue of productivity in perspective.
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G20 Agenda for Growth: Opportunities for SMEs Conference
Helen Hull | June 18, 2014Leading experts from business, government, academia, the B20 and the G20, will converge at Parliament House in Melbourne to discuss key challenges facing the Small and Medium Enterprise sector in an event convened by Global Access Partners.
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Is it any wonder there is so much confusion over marketing technology?
Darren Woolley | June 12, 2014Marketers are faced with an almost endless choice of technology to help them in promote their products and services. Darren Woolley explains the challenges they face each day and where they should turn for advice.
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Opportunity: Workplace team performance reviews
Sarah Colley | June 4, 2014Teams are the fundamental building blocks of an organisation and when performing at their best, they can be empowered, high performing and creative. However when they do not perform, often it is not just KPIs that suffer, but also morale and culture. Sarah Colley asks First 5000 members to participate in a project that reviews your strengths and areas for development.
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Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea
Helen Hull | May 22, 2014Is your business hosting Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea in your office this year? While today (22 May) is the official date, you can register to host a tea any time during May or June.
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The secret to winning and retaining customers – Part 3 of 3
Ian Lowe | May 22, 2014Everyone has their own strengths and weaknesses and it is important to embrace what comes naturally. Ian Lowe from Go-Givers Australia concludes his series on retaining customers by highlighting the importance of authenticity.
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Middle managers are a productivity ‘roadblock’
Tony Gleeson | February 21, 2014Too many middle managers are unloved, unskilled and often unwanted. Tony Gleeson, executive general manager of the Australian Institute of Management, has solutions to improve the productivity of middle managers.
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Technology predictions for 2014
Brad Little | January 3, 2014Technology in the business environment keeps evolving rapidly. Brad Little looks at some of the trends of the coming year.
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Top tips for business travel in Australia
Matt Goss | December 18, 2013Travelling is an important part of conducting a business. Matt Goss explains how to increase employee productivity and efficiencies while on the road.
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Thermomix: from a Polish kitchen to a thriving business
NAB - Business View | December 17, 2013There are some very inspiring business stories out there. NAB Business View shares the rise of cookware company, Thermomix.
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How to deal with poor performing staff
Graham Winter | December 13, 2013What do you do when your team is not working to their best? Teamwork expert Graham Winter shares his tips.
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Practice “Tough Love” when restructuring
Shivani Gupta | December 11, 2013Restructuring is always an important challenge for any business. Shivani Gupta shares how to make the tough decisions easier.
