Savvy leaders manage business debt

Savvy managers with leadership development training may recognise the value added by actively managing a firm's debt collection policies.

Sydney spring selling season starts

Sydney homeowners received some good news in the sudden increase in the auction clearance rate over this weekend (September 10 and 11).

Work-life balance and mobile technology

Managers are now in the position where they can contact workers almost instantly, meaning they effectively control their employees' work-life balance.

Melbourne is the world's most 'liveable city'

Melbourne has overtaken Vancouver and Vienna to claim the rank of the world's most 'liveable' city.

Slow market is good news for new home buyers

The number of new houses being sold in July has fallen by 8 per cent in July, according to a recent industry report.

Brisbane's property market showing "green shoots" of recovery

Queensland's capital is showing signs of a revitalised property market after the June quarter displayed increases in median house prices and preliminary sales.

Skilled leaders hard to find

A survey of some of Australia's top performing businesses shows that the sourcing of talented workers is becoming increasingly difficult for many firms.

The link between leadership training and mentor programs

The leadership development process can benefit by including a dedicated mentoring program.

IAG warns of rising premiums

IAG chief executive Mike Wilkins warns of rising insurance premiums in the face of natural disasters

NT to roll out mandatory smoke alarms

The NT government has made the installation of high-end smoke alarms mandatory for all residences.

Investment leadership training through online games

The Commonwealth Bank has launched an online game that allows potential property investors to experience detailed market conditions without the potential expenses.

Melbourne property managers experience a rise in pre-lease agreements

Victoria is experiencing increased rate of pre-lease contracts as companies seek to lower storage and production costs.

Australian households may be getting bigger

The rising number of people in shared housing agreements could be due to increases in basic cost of living.

Why respect leads to retention

A report into staff satisfaction has found that Australian workers value the respect of their managers when deciding whether or not to change careers.

Office rules promote staff productivity

Employee behaviour and leadership practices can make an office a comfortable place to work or an office of frustration.