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Leadership & Communication
5 tips for being a more assertive leader
Confident and assertive leaders often command the respect of their employees and superiors, helping them stand out for promotions and other career development opportunities. These leadership skills mean tasks can be completed more efficiently and with less hassle than managers who are hesitant or prone to procrastination. Here are five top tips for being more…
15 Jan 2014, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
Leaders ‘must embody team values’ to succeed
Employees are more likely to respect the leadership skills of managers who embody the values and goals of the team, according to new research. A University of Queensland (UQ) study showed that while it is a common belief social activities are key to building workplace relationships, this is not the case for bonds between staff…
13 Jan 2014, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
Mark Bouris – disrupting the big four banks with leadership skills
Mark Bouris is a household name across Australia, both for his personal appearances in the Wizard Home Loans commercials and as host of the nation's version of the Celebrity Apprentice.Founded in 1996, Wizard Home Loans grew to be one of the biggest non-bank lenders in the country, eventually being sold to GE Money in 2004…
7 Jan 2014, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
‘Practise leadership skills’ over Xmas period
Managers should continue practising their leadership skills over the Christmas holiday season, a leading industry body has advised. The Australian Institute of Management (AIM) said that while the festive period is often a time for family and friends, it is also when people evaluate their career and consider ways to boost their professional status. Vivienne…
6 Jan 2014, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
Managing stakeholder relationships and expectations
A vital part of running a successful project is to develop and maintain good relationships with those who will be affected by its outcomes. However, identifying stakeholders and managing their expectations takes effective leadership skills, excellent communication and an understanding of what drives the individuals involved with the project. Good stakeholder management not only ensures…
23 Dec 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
The benefits of engaging and retaining older staff
Engaging and retaining older employees can have significant benefits for an organisation, including what the Australian Institute of Management (AIM) calls the 'diversity dividend'. As the country's workforce continues to age, businesses must prepare for the changes this will require, but many still have stereotypical views of older staff members. According to AIM, older workers…
19 Dec 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication | Mining & Resources
Aussies dominate inspirational women in mining rankings
Australians have featured strongly in a new ranking of top women in the mining industry. The Standard Bank-sponsored 100 Global Inspirational Women in Mining list had 28 Aussies, including BHP Billiton's iron ore vice-president of finance Margaret Beck and Megan Clark, chief executive of CSIRO. Other names to make the grade were Rio Tinto's general…
17 Dec 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
Handling criticism ‘requires leadership skills’
Managers must show excellent leadership skills when addressing employee criticisms, according to recruitment specialist Hays. The organisation said businesses are failing to adequately listen to staff feedback, which could be hampering talent retention and profit margins. This is particularly true of annual employee survey results, Hays argued, with organisations routinely ignoring comments put forward by…
13 Dec 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
Deloitte: More women needed in ICT leadership positions
Women need more opportunities for leadership development in the ICT sector, new research by Deloitte has claimed. The 'Women in ICT - Perspectives and Perception' report found less than 20 per cent of Australians working in the industry are female, with the disparity worsening at senior levels. According to Deloitte, the number of women in…
12 Dec 2013, by Informa InsightsLeadership & Communication
Tough assignments ‘key’ to leadership development
Taking on tough assignments is a key aspect of leadership development, according to Hospital Corporation of America (HCA) chief Richard Bracken. HCA is one of the world's largest operators of health-care facilities, boasting 165 hospitals, 113 freestanding surgery centres and 200,000 employees across two continents. Bracken, who has spent 30 years at the organisation, said…
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