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Have you ever been caught in that awkward moment when a group of people are being introduced, the men enthusiastically shake hands with each other and then they turn around and nod at you? Many people (both men and... read more
You may not be thrilled with the way you manage time in your business life. On the other hand, you may not want to invest precious money, energy, thought and – yep, even time – into finding a whole... read more
Conflict is a fact of life. In business, it seems to be inevitable. It can occur when people are working towards different goals or outcomes. Or when people who have an unfortunate history are brought back together and simple... read more
I’m not normally a fan of reality TV, but Keeping Up with the Kardashians intrigues me — this family embodies the luxury Californian dream… A-list parties, private jets and shoes worth the average monthly mortgage repayment. The show seems... read more
It’s a fact that the process of job-hunting is essentially a marketing exercise, where, with all other things being equal, the most strategic marketer will win the job. The competition for good jobs across all levels of Australia’s job... read more
Networking continues to be one of the best ways to raise your profile, bring in new business and meet future clients, prospects, partners and suppliers. Networking HAS changed over the years, but how? What are the latest and greatest... read more
No matter how much you want it to work, how hard you try or how many hours you put in – if the job you’re in just isn’t right for you (anymore) – it’s time to move on. It... read more
Perhaps in response to the growing media and community focus on the topic of women on Australian boards, a growing number of corporate women are seeking board positions. Some have their sights firmly set on a full-time career as... read more
As a business owner, I often use telephone interviews to screen candidates before inviting a shortlist to meet with me face-to-face. It’s not uncommon to interview virtually via phone or Skype, even for roles that are in your own... read more
While a growing business may seem like a nice class of problem to have, it’s not all plain sailing. “One of the biggest traps a small business can fall into is becoming a victim of its own success. The... read more
For some, the ‘job seeking’ process is confronting, challenging and scary. But for others, it’s not the hardest part of changing jobs, it’s the resignation process which fills them with the most dread and fear! This is most often... read more
Networking is a concept most people don’t give serious thought to — but in today’s economic climate, it can and should be an important part of your business plan. When we think about networking, the tendency is to think... read more
