Business & Economics

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Money may make the world go round, but what is it exactly?

Why do we need to talk accurately about money? Because understanding it means we can all hold governments and banks to account

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Client-lawyer privilege versus the Australian Tax Office

ATO officers have broad powers of information collection, but how far can they legally go when that information is protected by client professional privilege?

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How job-hopping managers undermine corporate culture

A senior manager’s career preferences shape their team's cultural values in both positive and negative ways, with implications for firms selecting senior managers

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These eight tests will help you decide which of your innovation ideas is going to be a winner

Effectively testing new ideas requires a systematic and structured approach from evaluation through to release

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Opinion

People or planet? We must invest in both for a sustainable future

Environmental and social issues need to be considered together for sustainable finance reforms to contribute positively to the wellbeing of the planet and its people

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Three ways to avoid mega projects going way over budget

Big projects are almost always over budget, but in Australia they too often have massive cost blowouts. There are ways to fix this.

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By investing in women now, we will accelerate progress

This year’s International Women’s Day underscores the enormous potential return on investment from backing women

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How a First Nations’ approach in marketing is helping to decolonise healthcare

Marketing, traditionally associated with branding and sales, now holds immense potential as a catalyst for social change

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Opinion

It’s time for boards to get serious about impact

While many corporate boards see the need to engage with environmental and social issues, they’re falling short on reforms that put people and the planet first

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Too many Aussies are starting a family and raising their kids in poverty

New research finds that the birth of a first child reduces household income and increases the risk of disadvantage

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