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Michelle O'Hara, Director - OH! Marketing
'Across many industries pipelines have slowed or disappeared altogether. It is important for businesses to look at their marketing strategies and how they are using certain channels to attract new clients.' In this article Michelle from OH! Marketing shares which channels are the best for B2B and B2C and what mistakes to avoid when using other channels. …


Richard Munro, Partner - Alternate Business Strategies

"A robust strategy is more than just a selling decision and has many elements." …


Ben Watts, CEO - Watts Next

“As businesses continue to grapple with returning to office spaces, we have seen and predict a significant increase in FWA requests from employees seeking to maintain flexible work arrangements”
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Dr Steve Bagi, Consulting Psychologist, Teaching Fellow - Bond University  

"Have you spent time considering your strengths and how they help you to be effective in your leadership role?" …


Lisa Carter, CEO/Managing Director - Clear Insurance

'One of the most crucial aspects for a business to navigate is cyber insurance. It's not just about knowing what to cover and why, but also understanding the implications and potential risks that can be mitigated through it.' …


Ben Watts, CEO - Wattsnext

'On June 3rd, 2024, Fair Work Australia announced a 3.75% increase to the minimum wage. This coincides with the pre-planned 0.5% increase to Superannuation, resulting in wages costs growing by 4.25% on July 1st, 2024.'
'Business owners must be strategic. It’s about finding ways to absorb these costs without compromising on the quality of service or overburdening our financial health.' …


Peter McKeon, Founder/CEO - Salesmasters International

'The sales landscape is continually evolving, presenting both opportunities and challenges. By addressing misconceptions about hiring, updating sales processes, enforcing KPAs and KPIs, aligning reward metrics, and focusing on value-based selling, sales teams can overcome blockers to growth.' …


Anna Linning - Phoenix Occupational Medicine

'Pre-employment medical assessments and alcohol and other drug testing programs offer valuable tools to mitigate such risks – especially in transport and industries with safety critical roles'  …


Peter McKeon, Founder/CEO- Salesmasters

'In sales, first impressions aren't just important; they're everything. The moment you start that conversation, you're either on the path to a deal or a dead end. So, how do you ensure it's the former? By mastering the first two minutes of your sales interaction.' …


Virgina Tobias, CEO - BAMSS

'Positioning your business as a thought leader in security means staying ahead of the curve, anticipating changes, and being prepared to pivot strategies swiftly. It involves a commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and most importantly, sharing knowledge with the community to foster a safer digital ecosystem.' …


'There is no escaping the fact that there are a number of new technologies,  including AI, Robotics, No-Code and IoT, that are set to change the business landscape dramatically in the coming years'  …


Jack Perlinski, Founder & CEO. Principal Strategy Advisor - DAIS

'When talking about brand equity, it’s important to understand that a brand is far more than just a logo.' …


Peter McKeon, CEO - Salesmasters International

'To understand sales performance thoroughly, consider various metrics. Different reps excel in different areas, so a multifaceted approach offers insight into each one's strengths.' …


Bill Owens, Managing Director - Veracity

'Cyber attacks are on the rise, with a cyber crime now reported every six (6) minutes. What’s more, the cost of cyber crime to organisations is increasing.' …


Peter McKeon, CEO - Salesmasters International

'Obtaining a lead is one thing in sales, but it is actually the conversion of that lead that at the end of the day really matters. Lead conversion is one of nine key KPIs we measure in sales, and it is probably the most well-known. So, what does it mean?' …


Ty Osborne, CEO - Brainstorm 

'The more data you have, the better your AI will be. While not all data is created equal, it’s important to make sure you're collecting the right data, and that it's well-organised and easy to analyse.' …


Frank Cassells - Director, Cassells / Resolutum 

'This blend of tangible and intangible hazards creates a unique challenge for employers. While we are accustomed to solving problems with well-defined processes, addressing human behaviour is not always straightforward.' …


The security posture of a third party directly impacts your organization. A breach in their systems can easily translate to a breach in yours, especially if they have access to your data or IT infrastructure. …


Liisa Hill - AIRAH

At the recent Women of AIRAH breakfast, attendees were challenged to be agents of change for greater equity, diversity and inclusion in our sector. …


Lisa Carter, Managing Director - Clear Insurance

'Your business is probably one of the most valuable assets you have – so it makes sense to protect it in good times and bad. Inadequate cash flow is one of the major reasons small businesses fail in Australia *1.' …


Andrew Hill, Senior Advisor - Carroll Consulting

'When undertaking a new hire, spend some time thinking constructively and critically about your business. Do you know why someone would want to come and work for your organisation?' …


Gallery - November 2023

Final event for 2023 which includes the Graduation event - view photos here from the afternoon into the evening.  …


Brian Ruddle, Managing Director - Impact Innovation

Innovation can be your organisation’s ‘secret weapon’ to navigating the future. Rather than be stuck playing catch-up, investing in innovation drives competitive advantage, growth and employee engagement. There’s a cost to doing it - and there’s potentially an enormous cost if you don’t do it. …


Jo Kitney, Managing Director - Kitney Occupational Health & Safety

'The McKinsey Global Institute recognise that an investment in digitalisation is cumulative, can boost growth, and a force for change if the business can adapt.' …


Author: Jack Perlinski from DAIS Brand Strategy Advisors

Employer Branding is vital to the success of every business – you need to create a brand story and culture that engages your market and attracts amazing candidates that will make your brand even more outstanding.  …


Michael Blonk, Manager - Optimum Recoveries

“The recent Creditor Watch Business Risk Index highlighted a sharp increase in B2B trade payment defaults, signalling growing stress among businesses and predicting a rise in insolvency rates in the coming months.' …


Toni Powell

As the founder and former director of a film festival dedicated to positive films that uplift, I have rejoiced to see television series like Ted Lasso and Schitt's Creek on our screens. In a world increasingly plagued by division, entitlement, and aggression, these shows serve as profound reminders of what we desperately need at this moment. …


Peter McKeon, Founder & Director - Salesmasters International

Improving sales capability sometimes involves hiring a salesperson. Here’s five signs it’s the right time to hire a hunter and when to consider another solution. …


James Paulsen - Founder & Executive Director, Queensland Leaders

'With increasing interest rates, inflation and cost of living pressures, businesses are under more pressure than at any time in recent history'  …


Shannon Wang, Director - Miss Curtains

'As a non-native English speaker, I have faced challenges in creating content that is easy to understand. However, with the help of AI technology, I am able to improve the quality of my writing and make it more accessible to a broader audience.'
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Andrew Nicholson, Partner - Mullins

'All organisations and businesses operating in Australia will soon be forced to review their privacy and data collection practices, with changes coming as a result of pressure on Government to act following recent high-profile data breaches including Optus, Medibank, and QUT.'


New requirements will soon be introduced, with some of the changes relating to data retention practices, targeted marketing and data trading, and improving clarity of consent. 

Partner, Andrew Nicholson discusses some of the methods in which organisations can utilise to get ahead now and reduce future impact of what are set to be sweeping reforms.  …


Adrian Vaida, Director - Sustainability Compass

'At Sustainability Compass we firmly believe that embedding sustainability in the core business is the right thing to do, right now.' …


John Brown - Director, One Source

 “Small businesses devote a lot of time pretending to be bigger than what they really are…..large businesses on the other hand spend money pretending to be smaller and personalized.” …


Melissa Langton, Director - Exceler8

'...we need to stop asking 'Are we doing things right?" and start asking 'Are we doing the right things?'. We need to access the right information and make sustainable decisions.' …


Karl Yunker, Managing Director of Pensar, who continues to lead the business following the acquisition, said:  “Together, RSK and Pensar have the opportunity to become a world leader in the design and delivery of critical water infrastructure projects, meeting the water security needs of Australia’s dynamic and growing population..." …


7 December 2022 

Gallery from Queensland Leaders Christmas Lunch at the Queensland Cricketers' Club - A fantastic afternoon of brightness, fun, laughter, trivia and even a fashion parade! We thank everyone who attended, the effort made with costumes, and to our fabulous host & Advisory Board Member, Vivienne Anthon.  It was a great way to end the year!  …


Published in Moreton Daily - written by Ashleigh Howarth

Passionate frozen berry producers win excellence award

'My Berries in Caboolture South has taken home the top gong at this year’s Moreton Bay Business and Innovation Awards in the Award for Food and Agribusiness Category.' …


Petra Zink, Managing Director - Impaccct 

'You’ve got the degrees, you earned the credentials, you’ve gained years of experience and yet, you’ve missed out on opportunities to others, less qualified and less experienced professionals.' …


July 2022 - Tristan Mitterstoger, Director - Resurge Digital

"If you’ve had any experience with search engine optimisation as a business owner, you may have already asked yourself questions like “Is SEO Still Relevant?” or “do I NEED SEO?”. …


Danielle Appi - Partnerships & Corporate Development, RizeUp Australia

'RizeUp’s programmes promote women’s independence and decision-making in public life and relationships, which is a key outcome to preventing domestic violence.'
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Scott Patterson, Partner - Alternate Strategies

'"Most people would not describe the process of owning and running their own business as “an unplanned adventure”. …

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