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How to lead when you are not the boss
As an employee, taking charge when you are ‘outranked’ on the management ladder might appear a bit daunting. However, leading when you are not the boss is something many employees happily do,…
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How to help your business thrive in a recession – some tips
In the words of some of the more pessimistic market analysts, the Australian economy is currently teetering on the edge of a recession. All is not lost however, as recent research has…
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The rise of the freelance worker
A recent study estimates that by next year, more than 40 per cent of the American workforce – about 60 million people – will be independent workers, such as freelancers, contractors, and…
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How to motivate your team – Some easy steps
Recent research has shown that only about seven per cent of workers recognise how their work contributes to the ‘big picture’, and this lack of motivation can really hold back your team.…
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Emotional intelligence – What is it exactly?
Emotional intelligence is a key factor in business success, but not everyone knows exactly what it is. The ability to listen and communicate is an important aspect of emotional intelligence, as is…
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How Social Responsibility can improve your business – Some tips
Defined as ‘the responsibility of enterprises for their impacts on society’,Corporate Social Responsibility (or CSR) is being embraced more and more by businesses these days. CSR has many benefits as it can…
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Becoming a more resilient leader – Keeping it ‘REAL’
A resilient leader is able to make well-informed decisions that ultimately create new realities in organisations. In a recent article, author and educator Katherine Klein cites the acronym ‘REAL’ to help organisations…
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Building your influence in the workplace – Five guidelines
The ability to influence others is a valuable skill, and the maxim “influence is power” is well known. Indeed, gaining influence on a team or in your business not only helps you…
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The four abilities you need to save your career
In today’s workplace, the average person will go through four complete career changes. Why? It could be their area has been overtaken by technology, moved offshore, or there is a shrinking of…
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‘Keeping it REAL’ – 4 Ways to Be More Resilient at Work
By definition – resilience is about embracing change. And there are many proven ways to practice resilience – with learning high on the list. In her article ‘Thriving In Tough Times’, US…
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