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EVENT: Maximise the value of your business
Craig West | March 17, 2023The team at Succession Plus in conjunction with First 5000 invites you to join us for an interactive seminar exploring the key drivers of business value acceleration – which levers can you pull and which ones make the most difference for your business in your circumstances.
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Top office trends sweeping the country
First 5000 | March 16, 2023Businesses across the country are transforming their offices into comfort zones as staff return to work – bringing with them a new era of office quirks, according to Jenny Folley, founder and CEO of @WORKSPACES.
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Businesses should know their bank, tips for businesses in wake of US bank run
First 5000 | March 15, 2023The latest US bank run has emphasised the importance of which financial institution businesses put their money in, even in Australia, according to CPA accountant, Coco Hou, managing director of Platinum Professional Training.
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Succession Plus partner with mid-market business alliance group First 5000
First 5000 | March 9, 2023Mid-market advisory firm Succession Plus has announced a major partnership with First 5000 to better support and promote mid-market business owners in Australia.
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Celebrating female leaders on International Women’s Day
First 5000 | March 8, 2023On International Women’s Day 2023, First 5000 encourages you to celebrate female leaders and we are excited to share six female leaders who are challenging stereotypes and misconceptions to pursue a career in manufacturing.
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Top 300 organisations failing to address gender-biased language: report
First 5000 | March 6, 2023A report from business performance consultancy We Are Unity has revealed that while ‘implicit gender bias’ has improved, ‘gender-balanced language’ has stagnated in Australia.
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Australians call for more sustainability initiatives at work
First 5000 | March 3, 2023A report from workplace supply solutions company COS has found that 79 per cent of Australians would like to see more sustainable initiatives at work.
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Business Succession and Exit planning International Survey
First 5000 | February 18, 2023Have your say today! At First 5000 we are working closely with Succession Plus to see what matters to mid sized businesses. We invite you to take part in our international survey about business succession and exit planning.
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7 mistakes (or 7 critical success factors) for Successful Succession
Craig West | February 17, 2023Succession planning is important for every business. Craig West from Succession Plus outlines how you can maximise the value of your business and achieve a successful exit.
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The Evolution of 3D Printing in Construction
Amelia Atkins | November 26, 2022In recent years, the construction industry has witnessed a paradigm shift propelled by the integration of 3D printing technology. This transformative innovation, once relegated to the realms of prototyping and smaller-scale applications, is now poised to redefine the fundamental processes of construction. The implications of 3D printing in construction extend far beyond mere novelty, promising […]
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Use sustainability to inspire business, brand and employer brand transformation
Rachel Bevans | November 3, 2022We’re now living in the decade towards 2030 UN Sustainable Development Goals, and with COP27 literally around the corner, we’re faced with increasing awareness and experience of the gaps in the plan – post COVID recovery, the climate crisis and growing inequality. Rachel Bevans from The Healthy Brand Company explains.
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Re-skilling mature workers – what skills will they really need in the future?
Hunter Leonard | October 30, 2022For some, it is a little insulting after 25 or 30 years in the workforce to be told you now need to re-skill in order to keep your job, or get a new one. Hunter Leonard of Silver & Wise explains.
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Why onboarding is the first step towards a thriving culture
Brad Giles | October 26, 2022Positive Leadership starts on the very first day that someone enters your company. Brad Giles of Evolution Partners highlights why implementing a detailed onboarding plan is an essential step to understanding if someone is the right fit for your business.
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Renovating Your Office Space
Carolin Petterson | October 24, 2022The workplace environment has evolved significantly over the years, recognizing the profound impact it has on employee productivity, morale, and overall well-being. Well-designed office space is not just a utilitarian necessity; it’s an embodiment of the company’s ethos and a potent tool for nurturing creativity, collaboration, and efficiency. Renovating the office is a strategic step, […]
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Businesses warned not to take short cuts on cybersecurity
First 5000 | October 20, 2022Business owners have been urged not to take short cuts when it comes to IT and cybersecurity as hackers continue to target vulnerable systems.