#Training
COSBOA announces Cyber Wardens program for small businesses
COSBOA, in partnership with Telstra and CBA, has announced a new initiative to protect small businesses from scams and cyber threats.
Budget’s JobTrainer Fund extension only one step towards addressing youth unemployment
Mary Malak, CEO of humanity matters, responds to the budget announcement regarding the extension of the JobTrainer fund.
How Product Managers can accelerate business recovery from the pandemic
As a discipline, Product Management (PM) is uniquely placed to help businesses respond to the impacts of the global pandemic…
Is podcasting the new team learning?
I’ve noticed something dramatic occurring in my field of work. As a facilitator of change for teams and individuals I used to be invited to spend several days with teams over a year or more to undertake long term engaged learning that was face to face. People wanted to sit together in a room and […]
Why we have to cure our fear of soft skills training
The power of persuasion is incredibly important.
Why budding entrepreneurs shouldn’t feel ashamed if their startups aren’t successful
There is a stigma about having an unsuccessful startup as it can quickly go from excitedly telling others about your idea to explaining why you have moved back in with your parents. But failing a startup shouldn’t be viewed so negatively by those in the business world or by others. Many budding entrepreneurs who decide […]
How businesses can address low engagement levels amongst their millennial employees
Millennials crave a clear career path, mentoring, training and other learning opportunities. Millennials, defined as those aged in their 30s and below, now make up an increasing percentage of the workforce. However, research suggests that businesses are struggling to find ways to engage their employees, with 59% actively looking for their next employment opportunity. (1) […]
By prioritising professional development for marketers, SMBs can gain a competitive edge
As a champion for professional education, the findings in the recent Salmat Mid-tier Marketing Index (SMMI) really caught my attention. Marketers in the mid-tier sector say that the top two things they would do if they had more time and money would be building more marketing skills and knowledge across their organisation, and building their […]
Your product won’t charm consumers forever: what are the skills needed to move it forward?
We all have products that keep us coming back for more. For you, it might be a simple fitness app like Strava, Instagram’s endless feed of engaging photos, or your flashy Beats by Dr Dre headphones. What these products have in common is their addictive nature – and that they’re not addictive by chance. Businesses […]
Securing a place in the building industry’s toolkit
Take a look across the skyline of any Australian capital city and you’ll see the hallmarks of a healthy building and construction industry. Hundreds of tower cranes busily feeding materials to teams of contractors working together to bring the architects’ futuristic multi-story tower designs to life with extreme precision. These complex multi-billion dollar projects, run […]
Planning for the Christmas rush: last minute tips to make your Christmas sales spectacular
Australians are expected to spend $46.7 billion in retail stores this year in the lead up to Christmas, with analysts predicting a solid, but not spectacular, Christmas shopping season. Many retailers spend several months preparing for the Christmas rush by upgrading systems, training staff and planning promotions. Regardless of what steps you’ve taken to get […]
Best practices that will take your sales team to the next level
Regardless of which industry your small business is in, there’s no doubt that the calibre of your sales team is key to the success of the product or service that you’re offering. Finding the right people who are properly qualified and skilled enough to deliver what you need is only the very beginning of what […]
The benefits of online training for your organisation and employees
The global business community is an ever-evolving environment due to the fast-paced world we live in. Keeping abreast of current technology and business practices can be challenging due to schedule overload. Online training provides a broad range of business skills and is a perfect option for motivated employees who are ready to enhance their skills […]
Trends in learning for small business
The accessibility and advancement in technology is increasing the scope of learning strategies within small business. As a result, there has been a conscious shift away from traditional learning techniques that were often perceived as dull and boring.
From stock to staff – 5 ways to keep your business safe
Prone to losses from shoplifting, burglary and internal theft, keeping your stock and staff safe within your business should be top priority.
How to achieve optimum team performance in your small business
When you look at your people, what do you see? A team? A set of individuals? If you’ve ever watched a Formula One team in action, you’ll see a master class in teamwork.
Quality staff to help SMEs weather the storm
The recruitment, training and retention of staff in today’s highly mobile workplace has been identified by medium sized Australian businesses as a key factor in meeting future challenges. A new report by Bankwest shows that medium sized businesses consider the effective management of staff members, implementation of motivational strategies and the bridging of the generational […]
Is your training agenda BCP ready?
Small businesses should not wait until there is a major issue to contend with. They need to plan for it and rest easy when it doesn’t eventuate.
Richard Branson on how to train your employees
The billionaire entrepreneur on how to help your staff grow their careers and stay passionate about your business.
Getting the most out of your sales team
Do your teams really know how much resource they are allocating where? Often the answer is no.
How to avoid going blank during a presentation
Have you ever been part way through a presentation and suddenly gone blank? You don’t remember where you were up to in your presentation and you look at your audience who in turn are watching your every move.
Make fire training a priority for your business
Protecting against fire should not end once a fire protection system is installed. It’s critical that anyone working within a facility knows how to respond to a fire emergency and knows how to use the fire equipment onsite.
Is your business ready for a new IT system?
If you have a growing business, one of the most important characteristics of your IT system is its scalability and ability to grow along with your company.
Retailers must improve customer service
Poor customer service is losing Australian businesses customers, particularly to the online space, according to Timothy Millett, director of training and development for i perform.