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Successful negotiation in the Workplace
Sandra Wright | September 24, 2014When making decisions in the workplace it is important that staff can provide feedback. Sandy Wright Executive Development Manager for People & Culture COE at AMP and speaker at the 2014 Macquarie University Women, Management and Work Conference, highlights how negotiation can achieve the most effective outcome.
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Office dynamics of an intergenerational workplace
Heidi Holmes | September 24, 2014‘Wisdom Workers’ offer businesses a unique approach and commitment. Heidi Holmes explains the benefits of hiring experienced 45 to 65 year olds.
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What does a chair really do?
Alan Castleman | September 24, 2014The role of a chair extends outside the boardroom. Alan Castleman explains the important position.
During the last 20 years as a professional director, I have served on a wide range of boards, with different types of companies, in many industries, and served as chair of about half of them.
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Working the Law: 2014 NAB Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards
NAB - Business View | September 10, 2014Fay Calderone’s unique approach to managing people, clients and budgets has seen her recognised as ‘Emerging Leader in the Private Sector’ at the 2014 NAB Women’s Agenda Leadership Awards. The annual awards celebrate the most inspiring and outstanding female talent in business and the community.
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Cyber security a greater risk for Australian SMEs
Catalin Cosoi | September 10, 2014Maintaining online security risks is a never ending task. Catalin Cosoi, Chief Security Strategist antivirus software provider Bitdefender offers tips to help SMEs maximise their security measures as global security concerns spike.
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Civic Hacking: Business models driving Government Innovation
Lindsay Banffy | September 4, 2014Governments are improving their relationship with business and are releasing open source data to SMEs in an effort to provide the best public services for the community. Ahead of CeBIT’s GovInnovate Summit, Lindsay Banffy spoke with Mark Headd about important role ‘Civic Hacking’ plays.
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Holistic approach key to telework success
Nina Sochon | August 28, 2014When implementing a telework program it is important to look at it from all angles. Nina Sochon explains it’s more than just about HR and IT working together.
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Get ASEAN’d! Position your SME for the opportunity on Australia’s doorstep
Peter McKenna | August 27, 2014There are lots of opportunities for First 5000 members seeking to expand their operations. Venturenauts managing director Peter McKenna shares his experiences in ASEAN and looks at how you can access this growing region.
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Ensuring workplace conflict remains constructive rather than destructive
Adam O’Donnell | August 14, 2014It’s easy for workplace conflict to spiral out of control. Corporate Commando Adam O’Donnell shares his ideas on how to keep the peace.
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Weight lifted by niche approach
Luke Lawler | August 14, 2014Business success doesn’t just happen overnight, it takes years of research, dedication and refinement. Luke Lawler, CEO of Prima Health Solutions shares his company’s approach in the area of weight and lifestyle related chronic disease management.
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Digital economy removes tyranny of distance
Nick Stanley | August 14, 2014Australia suffers due to the tyranny of distance when doing business. Nick Stanley believes it is time to play to our competitive advance by embracing the internet and digital age.
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Local knowledge major challenge for exporters: survey
Helen Hull | August 7, 2014A lack of information on areas such as local culture, business practices, language, consumer requirements, local regulations and tariffs are the most prominent challenges of doing business in the most difficult overseas markets, according to a survey commissioned by the Export Council of Australia.
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2015 Asian Cup: Australian business opportunities
NAB - Business View | August 6, 2014With the FIFA World Cup still fresh in our minds, it is a fitting time to take a look at opportunities associated with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup being held in Australia in 2015. First 5000 sponsor NAB explains what should your business be doing to be prepared.
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Australian App economy provides employment opportunities
Helen Hull | July 31, 2014Australia is experiencing strong job creation as a result of the App boom, according to research from US based Progressive Policy Institute (PPI).
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HECS-style loan scheme for Paid Parental Leave provides fairness
Matthew Taylor | July 31, 2014The Abbott government’s proposed Paid Parental Leave scheme remains controversial. Matthew Taylor from the Centre for Independent Studies lays out an alternative to the Coalition’s reforms.