Professional Development
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Learn how an improved privacy strategy can increase market share
Peter Kocovski | December 19, 2011
As the issue of individual identity and privacy become more complex, organisations need more disciplined responses to protect customer and organisational interests and comply with best practice.
For many organisations, Contact Centres are now the first and sometimes the only point of contact for their customers. -
Deloitte drives debate on the new realities facing the Lucky Country
Craig Holland | December 6, 2011
The first paper to be published under Deloitte’s Building the Lucky Country initiative is pertinently called Where is your next worker?
This initial discussion piece urges Australian businesses and government to act now to get ahead of the looming skill shortage. -
Why switching off makes sense
Beverley Head | November 29, 2011
Ever wondered why you have your best ideas when you are in the shower, or driving the car, or walking the dog? It’s because you actually give your brain time to process the stuff that’s already in there.
Sometimes switching off makes sense. -
Google Plus for Business, LinkedIn and Brand Integration Strategy
Jennifer Bishop | November 29, 2011
Get ahead of the curve for 2012 Sydney with the Google Plus for Business, LinkedIn and Brand Integration Strategy seminar.
Join Jennifer Bishop, Linkedinologist, Director Content and Copy Australia for a Business to Business Only interactive learning experience on 16 January 2012 at Cliftons Sydney.
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Retailers support move to alleviate parental leave administration
Helen Hull | November 28, 2011
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has voiced its favour of the Coalition’s move to alleviate retailers from the unnecessary burden of having to act as administrators of the paid parental leave scheme.
ARA Executive Director Russell Zimmerman said retailers were in full support of Government-funded paid parental leave but said the red tape associated with acting as paymasters of the scheme and the added business costs to retailers were pointless. -
SKINS CEO Jaimie Fuller on mentoring
Jaimie Fuller | November 16, 2011
The value of mentors has been recognised by Nokia through its In Hindsight competition which sees the winner receive coaching and advice from First 5000 member Jaimie Fuller, CEO of global sportswear clothing company SKINS.
Swiss based Fuller, who grew SKINS from a start-up to a global company, shares his ideas on mentoring and issues facing SMEs. -
Are your people up to speed on the Australian Consumer Law?
Anthony Roberts | November 9, 2011
The Australian Consumer Law (ACL) commenced on the first of January this year and applies to all Australian businesses. From the board, to sales staff to management and back office operations, it is important your people know what the ACL means for your business.
The ACL reduces business compliance burdens by replacing provisions set out in twenty Commonwealth, state and territory laws with a single national consumer law.
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Get Schmart Marketing Conference back in 2012
Helen Hull | November 2, 2011Discover how to build powerful customer relationships by bridging the gap between social and traditional media at PMP’s 2012 Schmart Marketing Conference.
Popular keynote speaker from the 2011 Schmart Marketing Conference, Jeffrey Hayzlett, former Eastman Kodak chief marketing officer and vice president, returns to Australia to lead the discussion which will take place in Melbourne and Sydney, on 21 and 23 February respectively.
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Business Victoria MasterClass for Growth
Helen Hull | October 26, 2011If you run a business in Victoria and are considering expanding your operations, Business Victoria’s MasterClass for Growth program is for you.
Held annually, the MasterClass is designed for growing small to medium-sized businesses with two to 200 staff and a turnover of over of at least $500,000. This means First 5000 members are eligible.
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Kwik Kopy recognised in franchise Top 10
Helen Hull | October 25, 2011
Kwik Kopy has again made the Top 10 list of Australian franchises in a survey conducted by independent consumer franchise service, topfranchise.com.au.
The corporate design and print solutions specialist and First 5000 partner, continues its climb to the top, this time improving two more spots, to secure fourth position in the latest results. -
Have your say: ISO 31000 – Risk Management
Helen Hull | October 25, 2011
First 5000 members are invited to have their say on the first global survey of ISO 31000–Risk Management Principle and Guidelines.
The survey will run until 31 October 2011.
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Ten important considerations for procurement when engaging marketing
Darren Woolley | October 18, 2011
Darren Woolley, managing director, of marketing consultancy, TrinityP3 outlines the ten most important things your procurement department should consider when working with the marketing team. -
IBM Finance Forum 2011
Nick Peers | October 5, 2011In today’s business world heightened uncertainty is now part of the normal course of business. Everything from consumer demand, to commodities prices and exchange rates remain volatile.
How to grow revenue and profits, and improve return on invested capital while managing risk in uncertain times is on everyone’s mind.
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Going into a business partnership? Seven attributes to consider first
Simon Rowell | September 21, 2011Having been involved in both successful and unsuccessful business partnerships in the past, I have come to realise a few truths along the way that could be useful for anyone contemplating entering a partnership.
Thinking about the attributes before committing will allow for a degree of objectivity in a time when all parties are optimistic for the future. It is worth remembering that no one thinks of anything but success when forming business partnerships, yet many still do end up falling apart over time.
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You CAN afford a creative advertising agency
Matt Batten | August 31, 2011
Business is competitive enough for companies of all sizes. Competing for a share of the marketing landscape is even tougher. Especially if you’re a medium-sized business fighting against the big guns. You probably think your budget is too small to get professional marketing services from an advertising agency
Not true.
