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Expert office interior design tips for midsize companies
Maryn Mcdonnell | December 2, 2019From influencing a company’s image to boosting employee performance and productivity, the benefits of office design cannot be disregarded.
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How to build homegrown solutions to technology skills shortage
First 5000 | November 29, 2019The majority of Australians believe the continued and increasing need for high-technology skills in the workforce should be addressed through home grown education and not by foreign skilled immigration, according to a new attitudinal survey.
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How to manage an AI workforce
Mat Donald | November 29, 2019AI is emerging across a range of industries due to faster computer hardware, software advancement and new algorithms.
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5 business ideas in the 3D printing industry
Carolin Petterson | November 29, 2019The concept of 3D printing is not just something that changes how we perceive the concept of printing but also how we see manufacturing as a whole.
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Trade Committee exports parliament to Sydney
First 5000 | November 28, 2019An inquiry into supporting Australia’s export market is exporting the work of the federal parliament to Sydney, where it will hold a hearing on Friday (29 November).
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Paint manufacturer ordered to upskill senior staff in safety
First 5000 | November 28, 2019An industrial paint mixing and manufacturing company, MMP Industrial Pty Ltd, was ordered to provide essential safety training to key staff after a worker was seriously burnt during cleaning activities.
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How you can help people realise their potential
David Banger | November 28, 2019The expectations of employees have changed; the role of performance management continues to evolve with some organisations now removing their traditional annuals review process and replacing these with regular coaching conversations.
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Why backing yourself and your business model will help you find the right partners
Matej Varhalik | November 27, 2019Two years ago, my business partners and I were on the TV show Shark Tank.
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How businesses can reap the benefits of international expansion
First 5000 | November 27, 2019Businesses looking to grow and expand their operations should consider going international to generate more or new revenue streams, investment opportunities, cost reductions, diversification opportunities, and recruiting options.
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Digital takeovers, transactions may harm consumers
First 5000 | November 27, 2019Takeovers of smaller rivals by digital platforms, including their data sets, may pose a threat to consumers’ choice and privacy, said ACCC Chair Rod Sims.
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New centre to link blockchain and industry across the globe
First 5000 | November 26, 2019Monash University today launched a centre bringing together world-leading researchers in blockchain technology to push the frontiers of research in the rapidly expanding field.
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Engage your people when it comes to culture
Ross Judd | November 26, 2019Creating a great organisational culture should be a fantastic experience, after all it’s something everyone wants, even your most jaded, cynical, and negative person. Think about it, do you know anyone that wouldn’t want to be part of a great culture?
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Tourism is Victoria’s business according to latest tourism results
First 5000 | November 26, 2019Victoria is leading the charge in the growth of businesses in the tourism sector, according to a recent report released by Tourism Research Australia.
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Podcast: top 6 barriers to growth
Craig West | November 25, 2019What’s stopping your business from reaching its full potential? Host Craig West talks with Marianne Wichman from Attaché Software about how to overcome challenges with digital technology, sales growth, cash flow, affordable advice, succession planning and time management.
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Report outlines emissions reduction options for industrial process heat users
First 5000 | November 25, 2019The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) released a report that outlines renewable energy options for all Australian industrial users of process heat last week.