Standing out against your competition

Standing out against your competition

When going for a job interview, it is important that you stand out against your competition. This can be tricky when you rely solely on the skills you possess and not the vibe you give off. Chances are when you go for an interview, you will be just as qualified as every other applicant. You…

Google hacks you never knew

Google hacks you never knew

Google is one of the most popular search engines and for good reason. However, finding useful results can be frustrating. Fortunately, there are some Google search shortcuts which can help generate the results you are looking for. Here are five tips to get better Google search results: Use symbols If you’re looking for more specific…

Defining business values

Defining business values

Business values, much like personal values, influence behaviour and provide a set of rules or guidelines to follow. However, in a business context, values are often set and ignored. To avoid this, business leaders need to create values that can lead to action and align with the business’ overall mission. Consider the following when defining…

Building awesome business relationships

Building awesome business relationships

An important aspect of any successful business is the ability to build and maintain strong business relationships. Whether you like it or not, at times you will find yourself surrounded by people you would rather not work with, because they have different values or views to you, because their personality clashes with yours, or to…

Handing the family business over to your kids

Handing the family business over to your kids

Keeping the business in the family when you decide it’s time to retire is a common choice for many business owners. However, ensuring the change of hand is carried out effectively is seldom done right. If you plan on handing your business over to your child/children or any other family member, there are specific precautions…

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2018 business trends

To keep your business relevant in 2018, staying up to date with emerging business trends is essential. There are a number of strategies you can incorporate into your business model to ensure you are remaining at the top of the pack within your industry. Consider the following: Online working environments To allow your business the…

Price of housing drops in

Price of housing drops in 2018

Research indicates that the pricing of houses in Australia has been dropping so far in 2018, and the trend is expected to continue. Last month, the price of housing on a national scale dropped by 0.5 per cent. This is reflected in state trends, with the following statistics: Adelaide prices have decreased 0.9 per cent…

Considerations before accepting a job offer

Considerations before accepting a job offer

Accepting a new job offer can be exhilarating; you’ve put yourself out there, gone for an interview, waited to hear back and you finally get the good news. While it is all very exciting, before accepting any new job, you need to ask yourself a few questions about the new workplace and most importantly your…

The secrets of giving feedback

The secrets of giving feedback

Providing feedback is a necessary part of any business. Providing effective feedback can make a significant difference to your employees, their job satisfaction and retention rates. Consider the following secrets to giving effective feedback when it comes to your business and your employees: Time appropriate When providing feedback, it needs to be timely. It is…