Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) has been a top priority for businesses in the last few years – and it’s not hard to figure out why. A rich depth of perspectives and experiences can unlock innovation by creating a culture where ‘outside of the box’ ideas are heard, writes Francesca Deery, Global VP People &… Read more »
What’s the biggest challenge for the Albanese Government cabinet? First, implement prime minister Albanese’s vision and commitment to an optimistic Australia and an optimistic government, writes Victor Perton, founder and Chief Optimism Officer of The Centre for Optimism. On election eve, Mr Albanese said, “I want a country where hope and optimism are the major… Read more »
Want to succeed in business? Then perhaps you need to go back to the most basic of basics and think like a Monopoly player, writes ‘Mr. Monopoly’ himself, Philip Orbanes. Without a strategy, there is no plan of action to achieve your goals, be it in a game, life or business. Monopoly is like that.… Read more »
We hear a lot about working on our weaknesses and it’s true – ’tis a noble pursuit to better ourselves. But Steve Glaveski, CEO of Collective Campus, says that too much focus on ‘fixing’ our weaknesses may be getting in the way of playing to our strengths. Play to your strengths Michael Jordan is arguably… Read more »
Elections are a test – the ultimate test, really – of those who serve as parliamentarians and those who aspire to serve. Scott Morrison asserted quite absurdly early in the 2022 campaign that the election was not a popularity contest. Clearly, the opposite is true. An election involving every eligible voter is by definition a… Read more »
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese met in the second election debate on Sunday evening, before a panel of journalists. Here’s how an expert panel rated their performances. The Great Debate In the often fiery debate, the leaders answered questions about the cost of living, aged care, national security and a federal… Read more »
The past few years have seen Australians face all kinds of challenges. From devastating natural disasters to pandemic disruption, uncertainty has seemingly become the new norm. These events have tested our limits – in particular, small business owners’. But has the turbulence defeated our entrepreneurial spirit? Absolutely not, writes Joseph Lyons, Managing Director, Xero AU… Read more »
After years of struggle through not only the pandemic, but also multiple natural disasters, Australian small businesses are finally feeling the hope of a bumper Easter in spending as the world opens up and restrictions ease. But let’s not forget those who will miss out, still heartbroken and struggling after the recent East Coast floods,… Read more »
After half a century in business, executive chairman of Muzz Buzz, Warren Reynolds, has learned that the only way for a business to survive for the long haul is to be willing to embrace change. Having been involved in business for the past 50 years, there’s little I haven’t seen when it comes to industry… Read more »
Now, this is a story all about how Will’s life got flipped, turned upside down … and I’d like to take a minute, just sit right there, I’ll tell you how he became the petulant prince in a town built on hot air. In an incident that has been the water cooler event of the… Read more »
The Federal Government’s announcement of support for small and medium sized businesses adopting digital technologies and cloud computing, is a welcome incentive, writes Helen Lea, MYOB Chief Employee Experience Officer. It provides an opportunity for small businesses to embrace the power of digital transformation and cloud computing, to improve their critical business processes, reduce cyber… Read more »
Despite some wins, overall the government’s budget falls short in assisting business owners who continue to face a cash flow crisis following the impact of the pandemic. While investment in digital solutions for small business owners is welcomed, the budget does little to address the majority of small business owners’ concerns, say some small business… Read more »
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