The overriding emotions that govern how individuals make decisions in regards to their investments are fear and greed. It is for these reason everyday investors should educate themselves on how to properly invest rather than solely rely on the advice of brokers and advisors. Decisions based on fear stem from the concern of not wanting […]
Productivity centres will be set up throughout Australia to assist small to medium enterprises (SMEs) grow their international competitiveness. The productivity centres, part of a $351.8 million initiative by the Australian Government, will target SME manufacturers and service companies. By providing a no cost business review and access to funding for tailored advisory services, the […]
An Australian company has launched online business training as an alternative for time-poor professionals who want to have up-to-date skills without leaving the office. CPDlive.com recently launched their online training, taking advantage of the advent of web 2.0 internet based technology. The training aims to reduce business costs, both in terms of travel time to […]
Global logistics company DHL has recently launched shipping services that eliminate paperwork, moving services completely online. Customer's can now submit shipment details electronically via e-mail. A confirmation e-mail is then sent out with an attached air waybill and the necessary declaration forms to print and attach to their shipment. The new online shipping process aims […]
Yahoo!7, eBay and Paypal have launched a joint effort to attempt to stop fraudulent e-mails and phishing attacks. eBay and Paypal are often subject to such scams due to the nature of their websites and the sensitive personal information their sites require of their customers. Yahoo! Mail aims to stop these attacks through the use […]
Do you know the difference between a manager and a leader? According to Dr Alex Maritz, managers survive, leaders innovate. So, what do you do? The rapidly changing global scenario—defined by global competition, rampant change, faster flow of information and communication, increasing business complexity and pervasive globalisation—exerts many pressures on Australian businesses. Some may see […]
There are some crucial things business owners need to consider and implement for your store to be found on the internet. John Debrincat reveals some of the more obvious (yet often overlooked components) steps in building and launching a successful home page. "If you build it, they will come…" (with apologies to Field of Dreams). […]
This exciting event covers the second generation of web based communities. With day one exploring the explosion of online participation and the opportunities this brings for both advertisers and marketers. Day two continues to assess web 2.0 and how it can assist business process. Day 1 | online social networking With consumers living, interacting and […]
UNICEF’s A Year in Review will be held on Tuesday November 27, from 12pm at The Westin Hotel Sydney. A Year in Review is one of the premier events on the Australian corporate events calendar and this year boasts an impressive line-up of entertainment. As always, the rampaging comic duo Roy & HG, (John Doyle […]
Australia's best and brightest franchisees were honoured today at the Regional Franchisee of the Year Awards in Melbourne. Organised by the Franchising Council of Australia and sponsored by PWC, the awards recognise franchising excellence. From the five regional winners, one will be declared the National Franchisee of the Year Award. "I congratulate the award winners. […]
