By Kate Pierson Tough love can be a hard pill to swallow, particularly when you’re on the receiving end of it. Because whether it’s a bumped knee or bruised ego…
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By Kate Pierson Somewhere in between taming rogue organisations that function as unpredictably as a two year old and helping overly-bureaucratic organisations take a professional chill pill so they are…
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By Paul Robinson As we put the global financial crisis behind us, New Zealand is now moving swiftly into a global talent crisis. The ongoing skills shortage has been cited…
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By Terry Barber If someone asked you for a good synonym for inspiration, what would you say? Some might answer that ‘stimulation’ is a good substitute. Others might choose ‘influence’…
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By Melinda Collins Leadership is the quality of spirit that enlists the aid and support of others in accomplishing a common task. It is a way for people to contribute…
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During his time as an author and management consultant, Peter Drucker shared a wealth of timeless advice for CEOs. Here is a small summary of his wisdom. Clear focus Leaders…
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By Kate Pierson Nothing in life is ever certain, except of course for the degenerative nature of the human condition. One of the most unpredictable elements within any society is…
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By Bridget Gourlay In our digital world, websites are the new shop windows. They are the first glance, and if done properly, they’ll make people want to come in and…
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By Bridget Gourlay Change is a part of life, and for a business’ life it’s no different. As the economy shrinks, markets open or practice differs, companies sometimes have to…
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By Kate Pierson We’re all familiar with the expression, ‘a leopard never changes its spots.’ It’s a saying based on the understanding that we are what we are. And while…