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Have your say: The Australia Telework Survey
Rachelle Bosua | May 29, 2013First 5000 members are invited to participate in the first trans-Tasman Telework survey designed to obtain a better understanding of telework practice in Australia.
The survey closes: 21 June, 2013. DEADLINE EXTENDED TO 31 JULY.
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Ageism as a barrier to employment
The Hon. Susan Ryan | May 29, 2013Age Discrimination Commissioner, the Hon. Susan Ryan, explored how ageism is the major barrier in continuing a productive working life for Australians passing their 50s, in her speech at the GAP/ACHR Conference on Productive Ageing on Friday 17 May 2013.
Despite general agreement that ageing of itself should be no barrier to employment, numerous impediments to this goal remain.
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To be or not to be… insolvent
Suelen McCallum | May 28, 2013
Do you ever go through stages where your business can’t pay its existing debts. Suelen McCallum discusses insolvent trading and what it could mean to you.
Much gets made of insolvent trading and all the threats and worries that go with it, but how much of an issue is it really, and why is insolvent trading a problem? -
Demystifying crowdsourcing
Cassidy Poon | May 22, 2013
The ability to tap into a large global pool of talent is a crowdsourcing drawcard, but there are risks mid sized businesses must be aware of. Cassidy Poon explains how to navigate this popular new world.
Crowdsourcing is “on fire” in Australia but First 5000 members must use it with caution. -
30 seconds now could save you $30,000 a month
Catherine Fritz-Kalish | May 15, 2013Would you like to save money on a range of services? First 5000 general manager Catherine Fritz-Kalish explains how.
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Wading your way through the 457 Visa propaganda
Michael Cosgrove | May 14, 2013
The 457 Visa system has seen much criticism and debate in recent times. IR specialist Michael Cosgrove highlights some of the mistruths associated with using foreign workers.
“457 Visas undercut wages and conditions” – This is one of most intensive statements in regards to 457 Visa workers, one of which is completely inaccurate and one of the biggest IR lies in recent times. -
Managing an ageing workforce
Peter Fritz | May 9, 2013
Ahead of the Global Access Partners conference on Productive Ageing Peter Fritz asks some important questions in regard to working after the age of 65 and how best to prepare for participation of older workers.
When we talk about productive aging, the usual picture that emerges in one’s mind is someone 65, and, if a woman, 60 and over, the fixed ages of retirement. -
What social media really is
Fergus Neilson | May 7, 2013
Approaches to social media are varied and the way to use it can be a challenge if your business has not utilised previously. Fergus Neilson explores how best to tackle social media for stakeholder engagement.
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Love the ones you’re with: An ode to older workers
Leanne Faraday-Brash | April 30, 2013
Older workers are playing an ever increasing role in the workplace. Leanne Faraday-Brash explains how to get the most out of them.
In an uncertain world, there is one thing we know for sure. Whilst it may be masked in a depressed economy, there is and will continue to be, a shortage of knowledge workers in this country that will never be addressed by immigration. -
Is early retirement history?
Philip Taylor | April 30, 2013
As a new consensus around the notion of ‘active ageing’ is emerging internationally, Professor Philip Taylor from Monash University argues that Australia needs to widen the concept of ‘productive ageing’ for a complete strategy for our ageing society.
A vast range of policymaking on age and work among most of the industrialised nations for more than a decade has been concerned with reversing the previous two decades’ trend towards the early withdrawal of older people from the labour market. -
8 ways to help your emerging staff develop into leaders
Lynne Lloyd | April 30, 2013
It’s time to unlock the leadership potential in your business. People Results managing director Lynne Lloyd explains how.
As a senior executive, do you ever reflect on what got you to where you are today? Was it your higher qualifications, your network of influential contacts, your mentors? Or was it all the experience you accumulated in earlier roles as a manager on the way up? -
Navigate the employment landscape: use your age to your advantage
Heidi Holmes | April 23, 2013
Are you a mature worker who is looking for your next break, or have you thought about the benefits of hiring someone with experience? Heidi Holmes shares some quick tips which will help you land that new role.
Finding a job is hard; finding a job when you are a mature age worker can be even harder! This is often a time when your confidence takes a knock and financial pressure builds. -
5 tips for managing your time
NAB - Business View | April 17, 2013Do you often wonder where all the hours in the day have gone? It’s time to make yourself accountable and get on top of time management.
How well you manage your time could shape the future of your business.
Wait and see sentiment permeates the Australian market
Lincoln Crawley | April 17, 2013
What is the general feeling across the marketplace? Lincoln Crawley highlights the key findings of the Manpower Employment Outlook Survey for the second quarter of 2013.
The latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey results showed hiring sentiment for the second quarter of 2013 will remain subdued, as local economic and political uncertainty continue to affect employers.An aussie view from GEC 2013, the biggest global event for entrepreneurship
Jeremy Liddle | April 16, 2013
The world’s brightest business minds gathered in Rio in March for the Global Entrepreneurship Congress. Jeremy Liddle, who led the Australian delegation, shares his experiences of the largest event of its kind.
Thousands of people from 135 countries arrived in Rio de Janeiro for the Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC) and festival in Rio de Janeiro.
