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Women in ICT: a competitive advantage in the making
Sharryn Millican | April 14, 2014Female participation in the information and communications technology is very low compared to other industries. Sharryn Millican from Qlik explains why gender diversity is crucial in today’s business environment.
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What if consumers were as determined as the businesses they dealt with?
Christopher Zinn | March 31, 2014Making meaningful comparisons as a customer is challenging. Christopher Zinn says we need help in order to make better decisions as consumers.
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Defibrillator guidelines released for consultation
Svetlana Stankovic | March 21, 2014Defibrillators at the workplace save lives, and it is critical to ensure that they work when needed. All industry professionals and interested stakeholders are invited to provide their feedback on the new defibrillator guidelines.
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Middle managers are a productivity ‘roadblock’
Tony Gleeson | February 21, 2014Too many middle managers are unloved, unskilled and often unwanted. Tony Gleeson, executive general manager of the Australian Institute of Management, has solutions to improve the productivity of middle managers.
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How to motivate your team
Michal Bodi | February 10, 2014Michal Bodi writes about how to get the best out of your team members so they stay with you for a long time.
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Opportunities for business in a broadband-enabled world
Catherine Fritz-Kalish | February 5, 2014Australia is investing in one of its largest ever infrastructure initiatives which will provide national broadband connectivity.
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How to structure an adaptive organisation
Evan Leybourn | January 15, 2014Agile business empowers employees as well as boosting returns to shareholders. Evan Leybourn says it’s a matter of picking the right way to manage staff.
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Be visionary to make your New Year goals work
Shivani Gupta | January 12, 2014Implementing your business goals for the new year can be challenging. Shivani Gupta explains her five step process to lasting success.
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Technology predictions for 2014
Brad Little | January 3, 2014Technology in the business environment keeps evolving rapidly. Brad Little looks at some of the trends of the coming year.
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Top tips for business travel in Australia
Matt Goss | December 18, 2013Travelling is an important part of conducting a business. Matt Goss explains how to increase employee productivity and efficiencies while on the road.
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Thermomix: from a Polish kitchen to a thriving business
NAB - Business View | December 17, 2013There are some very inspiring business stories out there. NAB Business View shares the rise of cookware company, Thermomix.
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How to deal with poor performing staff
Graham Winter | December 13, 2013What do you do when your team is not working to their best? Teamwork expert Graham Winter shares his tips.
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Practice “Tough Love” when restructuring
Shivani Gupta | December 11, 2013Restructuring is always an important challenge for any business. Shivani Gupta shares how to make the tough decisions easier.
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Older workers: a wider and deeper talent pool
Roger Dawkins | December 2, 2013The engagement and retention of older workers is essential for the future. The Australian Institute of Management explored this issue in a whitepaper released earlier this year.
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Why online video for brands is a really good idea
First 5000 | November 25, 2013There is a buzz around online video and its effectiveness. Luke Hardiman explains what all the fuss is about.