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Focus on ASEAN – Malaysia and Myanmar
First 5000 | March 14, 2018Malaysia and Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, have taken very different paths in recent history, and are the focus of today’s post on Australian business opportunities in ASEAN.
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Jobs for New South Wales hits back at media jibes
First 5000 | March 13, 2018David Thodey, the under fire chairman of the Jobs for New South Wales fund, has moved to counter damaging media claims that the $190 million scheme created less than 500 jobs last year.
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ASEAN’s renewed centrality
Shiro Armstrong | March 13, 2018US President Trump fired the first shots in what could become a global trade war this week with the imposition of 25% tariffs on imports of steel and 10% tariffs on aluminium. How will the shift to protectionism affect ASEAN – and Australia?
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Focus on ASEAN – Laos and Indonesia
First 5000 | March 13, 2018Continuing our series on Australian mid-sized market opportunities in ASEAN, we analyse the contrasting nations of Laos and Indonesia.
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What investors really look for
Jamie Pride | March 12, 2018Whether seeking extra investment for an existing company or starting a new one, knowing how to present your pitch and woo potential investors can be the difference between success and failure.
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Focus on ASEAN – Brunei and Cambodia
First 5000 | March 12, 2018Australian businesses looking to export to ASEAN nations should be aware of the diverse stages of development across its different markets. In the first of a new series, First5000 looks at prospects for Australian firms in the very different nations of Brunei and Cambodia.
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How the government can finance company tax cuts
Miranda Stewart | March 11, 2018Slashing company tax rates to 25 or even 20% would attract foreign investment, boost wages and encourage growth but how could it be paid for?
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The 4 factors creating ASEAN opportunities for Australian firms
First 5000 | March 11, 2018Buoyed by urbanisation, a swelling middle class and thriving digital connectivity, ASEAN’s fast growing economies offer new export opportunities for Australia’s mid-sized firms.
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Why ASEAN matters to Australia’s mid-sized firms
First 5000 | March 10, 2018Australia will welcome ASEAN leaders to Sydney on March 17-18 for the first Special Summit of its kind. In a new series on First 5000 we outline why ASEAN matters to the nation’s mid-sized businesses.
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Social media – how to manage your content and time
Stephen Barnes | March 10, 2018In the last of his series on social media for business, Stephen Barnes of Byronvale Advisors offers some useful tips and apps to manage your social media presence and boost consumer engagement.
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Australian eyes turn to ASEAN as Sydney Summit nears
Steven Ciobo | March 9, 2018Federal Trade Minister Steven Ciobo says Australian business have an exciting opportunity to capitalise on the significant and growing opportunities available on our doorstep in the ASEAN region as the special Sydney Summit draws closer.
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Why economists love surge pricing – and why you should, too!
Andrew Pickford | March 9, 2018Talk of an Uber-tax and banning Uber drivers from the new Perth stadium in Western Australia is part of the fight between vested interests and disruptive business models.
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Recognising women in the workforce on International Women’s Day
First 5000 | March 8, 2018Small and Family Business Ombudsman, Kate Carnell acknowledges the importance of women in the workforce and SMEs on International Women’s Day.
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Women make strides but are stopped short of the boardroom
First 5000 | March 8, 2018Australian women are progressing on jobs, super, pay and education but still fail to find representation on company boards.
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Celebrate female success in family firms on International Women’s Day
Kim Harland | March 8, 2018Women play an increasingly important part in today’s business world, from starting their own companies to running major international corporations, but also have a vital role in sustaining family firms.