Business Essentials

Performance management can be a lengthy and often uncomfortable experience that is often delayed. It’s surely one of the most challenging aspects of leadership. But conflict coach and author Genevieve Hawkins can offer some practical help. Genevieve shares her strategies for navigating these conversations effectively, from addressing clarity and capability to fostering a supportive environment with constructive feedback. She explains how emotional maturity and empathy can help overcome any hurdles.

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Business plans are traditionally too expensive, they take too much time, they’re too rigid, and they’re not properly implemented. Roy Osing, former president of TELUS, advises on a strategic game plan with a rule of three: focus on the three things that will produce 80% of your results. Beware though of being diverted by what he calls the “yummy incoming”, the distractions that will pull you away from your game plan.

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From a crowdfunded startup in 2013 to an award-winning brand sold in more than 30 countries, the tale of Four Pillars Gin is an uplifting and inspiring one. One of the distillery’s Co-Founders, Matt Jones, shares his remarkable story and how a commitment to craft, innovation, and intimate customer connections propelled Four Pillars to global success. Matt also reveals the strategies behind scaling intimacy, navigating challenges like COVID-19, and maintaining a relentless focus on excellence. He’s just published a new book: ‘Lessons from Gin, Business the Four Pillars Way'.

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When Colleen Callander was CEO of Sportsgirl, she was burnt out: she’d been doing too much, saying yes to everything, and did nothing but work. These days she helps other women avoid burnout and achieve greater success in life and business. She’s Founder of Mentor Me, and has written a book with fellow business coach, Shannah Kennedy, titled ‘Elevate: unlock your extraordinary potential’. She discusses what business owners can do to redefine success.

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While the rest of the SME sector sails against strong headwinds, one small segment is going gangbusters. Labelled the "Growth Economy", this six per cent of businesses are driving Australia’s future. The CEO and MD of the Australian Business Growth Fund, Anthony Healy, says this small but mighty segment of Australian businesses generate 42% of employment, 26% of GDP, and almost half of all R&D investment. But they too face challenges, so Anthony outlines some strategies that are needed to unlock their full potential.

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Mindfulness, more than ever, has practical business applications. Megan Flamer is the Director of Innovation and Capability at the Monash Centre for Consciousness & Contemplative Studies. She explains how integrating mindfulness into the workplace can boost team cohesion, emotional intelligence, and overall productivity. And she offers some practical strategies for fostering self-awareness, improving communication, and creating a supportive work environment that benefits both employees and business outcomes.

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Change can be a daunting prospect — something many fear and dread. But that doesn’t have to be the case, according to change expert Esther De La Cruz. She says that change can, instead, be an entirely positive experience, depending on the mindset you approach it with. By focusing on the benefits, purpose and rewards, change can become not only easier, but possibly even enjoyable.

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The economy in 2025 is proving difficult to forecast, with an unpredictable new US President who may, or may not, have dramatic impacts on the global — and thus Australia’s — economy. So we have turned to renowned finance journalist, Alan Kohler, Editor in Chief of InvestSMART Group, for his take on the situation. While strong employment figures and government-driven growth in GDP might suggest stability, deeper issues like rising inequality and declining productivity are taking their toll. Economic uncertainties loom, with government spending and investment continuing to play a pivotal role in shaping economic outcomes.

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It’s far easier today to start a business than ever before, which has resulted in more competition in almost every space imaginable. Forget about benchmarking, ‘best of breed’ analyses, and price wars with your competitors, according to entrepreneur Roy Osing. Instead, you need to establish a clear, relevant and unique claim that distinguishes you from everyone else. Roy explains how that’s achieved with his strategic game plan.

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How safe is your workplace in a psychological sense? Workplace expert David Dilger says the concept of psychosocial safety is critical in creating well-performing teams. He explains the biological responses that can hinder workplace productivity and shares strategies to foster worker safety, including regular one-on-one meetings, constructive feedback, and effective communication techniques. David also discusses the importance of building trust, promoting self-awareness, and updating workplace systems to ensure employees feel supported.

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