There is no doubt that Western Australia has lived through unbelievable economic times in the past decade.
Iron Ore, the one commodity that drives a large part of the state’s economic activity, has experienced a huge and unprecedented price increase driven by the urbanisation program in China and its veracious demand for steel. (more…)
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Early in September, the global leadership consultancy Zenger Folkman published an article in the Harvard Business Review titled – 9 Habits That Lead to Terrible Decisions. Based on the 360 degree feedback for 50,000 leaders worldwide, it’s a fantastic read and I have summarised their findings in this post so let’s get straight into it! (more…)
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Marketing is one of the most important growth tools your business can deploy. If you are intent on growing your business, you need to engage in marketing. It is the act of introducing your business to potential clients and making sure your existing clients don’t go to a competitor.
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I’ve just spent to the day on Rodeo Drive, one of the world’s most famous shopping strips. In a 700-metre stretch of tarmac I saw every luxury brand I know plus a heap I didn’t know.Rodeo Drive is not just a global epicentre of luxury goods; it’s also the global epicentre of ‘the customer experience’. (more…)
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I was reflecting on a very personal situation recently and it got me thinking about Stephen Covey’s Seven Habits of Highly Successful People. For those who haven’t read it – it’s brilliant. It’s been a major influence on my thinking and a reference book for when I am facing an unprecedented challenge. (more…)
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