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90% of companies don’t have the cybersecurity culture they want
First 5000 | October 18, 2018With cybersecurity threats continuing to escalate worldwide, a new report finds that just 5 per cent of employees think their organisation’s cybersecurity culture is able to protect their business from internal and external exploitation.
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Delivering growth with equity
Karen Chester | October 18, 2018Karen Chester, the Deputy Chair of the Productivity Commission, discusses the ways in which social equity can be supported alongside economic growth to ensure a prosperous future for all Australians.
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What I learned running an online dog treats business
Paul Campbell | October 18, 2018Dog food entrepreneur Paul Campbell explains what motivated him to start his own online business and how spotting a gap in the market has put him on the path to success.
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Boost your productivity with these proven music tips
Dan Anderson | October 17, 2018Many people like to listen to some music to help them focus on their work, but what are the best ways to use music as a way to improve your efforts, rather than distract you from them?
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Getting good financial advice in separation or divorce
Iain Reid | October 17, 2018When a marriage or relationship ends, many people find themselves in a vulnerable financial as well as emotional position. Seeking financial as well as legal advice is key to making the best of a bad situation.
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How to increase your online sales this Christmas
Jen McKenzie | October 17, 2018More Australians than ever are shopping online, and medium sized firms with their own online stores are up against significant competition from the major players. Optimising the online experience for your customers will help more of the Christmas shopping spree come your way.
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Australia’s space industry reaches for the stars
Larry Marshall | October 16, 2018CSIRO’s Space Roadmap draws on its networks within the Australian space industry to inform the strategic direction being developed by the new space agency.
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Setting up a killer presentation
Lillian Connors | October 16, 2018Just as the finest restaurants know that good food is 50% presentation, so setting up an attractive and functional presentation room is half the battle in winning new sales, contracts or investors. Get the room right, and the rest will follow.
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Get on your bike for Ride2Work Day
First 5000 | October 16, 2018Women across Australia are being encouraged to leave the car at home and jump on their bike this Wednesday.
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Why more women should take the leap to become the boss
Andrea Edwards | October 15, 2018Times are changing but the fact remains the number of women running a business is still lagging well behind that of men. Refresh Dental Spa owner Dr Kristina Cain says she hopes she inspires others to take the plunge because women are natural leaders.
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Attracting and retaining people – Myths, magic or mayhem?
Stephen Chong | October 15, 2018The traditional recruitment process mayhem is a recipe for undue stress, workplace disruption and distraction from the important goals and KPI’s of your business but remembering the ‘SHIFT’ formula can help you find the right person for the job.
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Stronger penalties required for franchising codes and UCT laws
First 5000 | October 15, 2018ACCC Deputy Chair Mick Keogh has called for changes to protect franchisees in a speech delivered at the National Franchise Convention Legal Symposium in Melbourne.
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How great leaders manage underperforming teams
Alexander Hunkin | October 14, 2018Great leaders have the ability to transform even the most unproductive teams into much more than the sum of their parts. Following a few simple guidelines can help managers improve outcomes while building more cohesive teams.
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Living lab launched to reinvent modern ageing
Andrew Spence | October 14, 2018A centre dedicated to designing products and services specifically to help older people live better lives has opened in South Australia.
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Leading the digital revolution in agriculture
First 5000 | October 14, 2018The Victorian Government has unveiled its plan ensure the state’s $14 billion agriculture sector is best-placed to capitalise on new technologies, placing the region’s farmers at the forefront of the digital revolution.