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How to foster positive business leadership for any business
Gloria Tabi | August 3, 2022Workplace Inclusion when cultivated right is a sure way to foster positive culture, and team cohesion. People’s differences are valued and supported, and barriers are removed that would prevent any person from reaching their full potential in the workplace, Gloria Tabi from Everyday Inclusion explains.
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Mid-Sized office ideas to spice up your business
Maryn Mcdonnell | August 2, 2022Small changes to an office space can go a long way toward improving workflow and boosting morale among employees, according to Maryn Mcdonnell.
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3 Female Solo Travel Tips And Best Locations to Visit
Amelia Atkins | August 1, 2022It’s amazing to travel alone for multiple reasons and women all around the world are starting to discover this. Whether you have no one to go with or you simply want to spend a week discovering the destination on your own, solo travel is one of the top ways to spend your vacation. With […]
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Top considerations for SMBs purchasing technology in the new financial year
First 5000 | July 29, 2022Before investing in new technologies, it’s essential to consider how the business has changed and what the goals are for the next 12 months, according to Ross Simon, CEO at BidFin.
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Why Successful Businessmen Turn to Dating Services So Frequently
Amelia Atkins | July 28, 2022In the ever-evolving landscape of contemporary business, where success is often measured in bottom lines and market dominance, the toll it exacts on the personal lives of those at the helm is a fascinating, albeit overlooked, aspect. The unrelenting pursuit of professional milestones and the ceaseless drive to outperform can lead successful businessmen down a […]
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2022 ESG Leader Super funds announced
First 5000 | July 28, 2022Thirty-two superannuation funds have received Rainmaker Information’s ESG Leader Rating, which has been awarded for the first time.
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Over 72,000 complaints taken to financial ombudsman in 2021-22
First 5000 | July 27, 2022Australians in dispute with banks, insurers, super funds, investment firms and financial advisers lodged 72,358 complaints with the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) in the past 12 months, a rise of 3 per cent on the previous financial year.
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Boosting Your Career Development and Taking Your Career to the Next Level
Carolin Petterson | July 27, 2022In today’s fast-paced and competitive professional landscape, career development has become more important than ever. Whether you’re just starting out in your chosen field or looking to advance your current position, taking proactive steps to boost your career is crucial for long-term success. By investing in your professional growth, you can enhance your skills, expand […]
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Five reasons why mid-market businesses should care about ESG
Aletta Boshoff | July 26, 2022No longer just an issue for the world’s most recognisable brands; investors, regulators, and consumers are becoming increasingly concerned about the ESG performance of small and mid-sized companies. Aletta Boshoff, Advisory Partner and National Leader of IFRS & Corporate Reporting at BDO explains.
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Federal gov push to strengthen supply chains
Hamish Gamble | July 25, 2022A policy environment should be created which encourages industry collaboration in the national interest, according to Hamish Gamble, Sovereign Capability Senior Project Officer at the Australian Industrial Transformation Institute (AITI).
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Taking the lead on Age Inclusion
Hunter Leonard | July 22, 2022As our population ages and we live and work longer, programs to bring mature workers and other staff together to learn from each other are clearly going to be crucial for individual mature workers, for our organisations, our community and ultimately our entire economy and society, Hunter Leonard of Silver & Wise explains.
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Top four challenges for CFOs in new financial year
First 5000 | July 21, 2022Rising inflation and the ongoing financial impact caused by COVID-19 and the war in Ukraine continue to cause market volatility and create new challenges for chief financial officers (CFOs) and their teams, according to SAP Concur ANZ.
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Corporate Australia is embracing sustainability but struggling to act
First 5000 | July 20, 2022Most companies see climate change as a major operational risk and support Australia’s transition to net zero. However, while businesses are embracing sustainability, they are struggling to act.
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Retailers welcome reinstatement of pandemic leave payments
First 5000 | July 19, 2022Australia’s largest peak body for retail, the Australian Retailers Association (ARA), said the reinstatement of the pandemic leave disaster payment will come as a welcome relief for workers who are left out of pocket when they’re forced to isolate with Covid.
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New post-COVID office terminology: are you up to speed?
First 5000 | July 18, 2022The workplace is definitely a new and different environment for many due to COVID and now it seems we have a new set of terms to deal with as well, explains Jenny Folley of @WORKSPACES.