Australia’s agricultural sector is set to enjoy a generally profitable year ahead – underpinned by high commodity prices, positive seasonal conditions and low-interest rates, and despite expected continuing trade tensions with China.
If you are self-employed or working in a small business, time is a precious commodity, but even a minute or two can be revitalising.
A concept with heart, soul and lofty aspirations, Global Sisters Marketplace is Australia’s first not-for-profit online marketplace dedicated to supporting women achieve financial independence.
If you’ve had an extended absence from work, developing a personalised ‘return to work’ plan gives you a sense of control over your hours, duties and the support will best meet your needs.
Sickness, injury and other life events that require extended time off work can happen at any time. When you own a business and that business depends on you, taking unexpected leave can threaten your operations and financial situation. Developing a plan of action for unplanned leave is a proactive way to protect you and your […]
Owning a business can be wonderful, however, at times it can also place considerable strain on your personal relationships. The responsibilities of work can consume so much of your time and focus that it can be difficult to ‘switch off’ and be present with those you love. At the start, your partner and family may […]
For the Icon Group, delivering world-class cancer care across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia has required extensive travel to train staff and support its cancer centres and other sites. The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed the way they work, with teams embracing cutting-edge technology including augmented reality headsets to continue delivering essential care. The Icon Group […]
Many of us will notice changes in the people around us and get the feeling that ‘something is not right’ or is different with them. You may not want to say anything for fear of making the situation worse or because you don’t know what to say if they confirm your concerns. While these conversations […]
COVID-19 has tested business owners’ personal and professional resilience like never before and entrepreneurs continue to need internal fortitude as they face ongoing uncertainty. So, what is resilience, and how can it be strengthened? “From a psychiatric point of view, resilience is a complex concept but the easiest way to conceptualize it is one’s ability […]
As Australia’s leading provider of synthetic and medicinal chemistry services, Epichem met the challenges of COVID-19 head on, by protecting its business and employees while supporting the community and launching new innovations. Founded in Perth in 2003, Epichem creates specialised products and provide technical expertise to customers in more than 40 countries in the pharmaceutical, […]
