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Where to for digital retail revolution?
Fi Bendall | December 10, 2014The world of digital retail has really taken off in recent years. Fi Bendall spoke with Paul Greenberg from NORA, and former Managing Director of DealsDirect, about the emerging strength of eCurrency and the digital evolution.
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Women gaining ground in banking
Kevin Jameson | December 8, 2014The ability to inspire, motivate and educate is the foundation of a unique mentoring program. Professor Kevin Jameson, Director of Macquarie Applied Finance Centre explains.
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Four things the G20 did for your business
Roxane Horton | December 2, 2014The G20 Leaders’ Summit was held on 15 and 16 November 2014 in Brisbane. Roxane Horton examines the outcomes from the event.
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Privacy@Play highlights good privacy is good business
Malcolm Crompton | December 2, 2014Privacy should not be underestimated or taken for granted. Malcolm Crompton from Information Integrity Solutions (IIS) reiterates how good privacy is good business following the Privacy @ Play Summit.
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How will the China Australia Free Trade Agreement affect manufacturing?
Peter Roberts | December 2, 2014Australia’s relationship with China has been cemented with the signing of a Free Trade Agreement between the two nations. Peter Roberts, convenor of the Australian Manufacturing Forum outlines what it means for business.
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Risky Business! Top 10 most dangerous jobs in Australia
Tatiana Coulter | November 26, 2014Is going to work each day putting you at risk? Tatiana Coulter highlights the 10 most dangerous jobs in Australia.
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GAP Summit report launched
Svetlana Stankovic | November 26, 2014Education in Australia took center stage at the 5th National Economic Review held at NSW Parliament House in Sydney on 18 and 19 September 2014.
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Calls for greater competition in banking to support SMEs
Jost Stollmann | November 19, 2014Concerns over the domination and control wheedled by the four major banks have been voiced to the Federal Government’s Competition Policy Review. Jost Stollmann of Tyro Payments believes it is time to take action again the unfair punishment of Australia’s small to medium business community.
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Shop Small vital to success of mid-market
Martin Seward | November 19, 2014The month of November has been the focus of a campaign promoting the services of small business. Martin Seward of program sponsor American Express explains the vital role of small business in the community.
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Have your say: Energy Security and Affordability
Fergus Neilson | November 18, 2014First 5000 members are invited to have your say on The Futures Project’s enquiry into Energy Security and Affordability. Submissions close Friday 19 December 2014.
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Empathy – superhero power or essential for engagement and performance in today’s workplace?
Leah Sparkes | November 12, 2014At its essence empathy is our ability to connect with and understand others. Executive coach Leah Sparkes argues that putting yourself into other people’s shoes is good for business and for employees.
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Getting corporate giving right
Fi Bendall | November 5, 2014Does your business have a strategy for giving back to the community? Fi Bendall explains the changing face of corporate responsibility.
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Have your say: Key challenges facing Australia’s companies engaged in international business
Helen Hull | November 5, 2014Following on from the successful launch of last year’s international business survey, the Export Council of Australia are keen to hear from First 5000 members about issues that are most important to your business and your international success.
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Demystifying misconceptions around privacy
Emma Hossack | November 5, 2014Where does privacy sit on the priority list for your company? Emma Hossack President of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (iappANZ) explains the fundamentials of privacy and the use of personal data ahead of the Privacy@Play Summit.
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Tapping the digital opportunity for professional consultants
James Baird | October 29, 2014Are you looking for consultants to support your business? James Baird explains how he has created an online marketplace for professionals and clients to meet and do business in the digital economy.
