Businesses can freely use the SDG framework, logos and colours in their communications without any external validation, meaning they can misuse them without needing to take them seriously. (Shutterstock)At first glance, the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) appear to be a rallying cry for businesses to transform and contribute to the betterment of society and the environment.
A study compares what students and recent graduates want from their jobs with what recruiters think they want.
Business leaders are increasingly worried about AI’s disruptive effects on the future of work. Many workers fear job losses, but their anxiety also stems from the idea of AI making decisions about their work. Should we worry about a future with robot-managers? And are managers themselves at risk of losing their jobs?
The key to maximizing AI's potential lies in understanding the distinct but complementary roles that both humans and AI play. (Shutterstock)Generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT or Dall-E are changing how creative work is done, particularly in industries that rely on innovation.
Meteoritka/ShutterstockIn Australia, it’s scam victims who foot the bill for the overwhelming majority of the money lost to scams each year.
A 2023 review by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) found banks detected and stopped only a small proportion of scams. The total amount banks paid in compensation paled in comparison to total losses.
New Zealand is highly reliant on trade – particularly on maritime routes, which are lifelines for exports and imports. Key sectors such as agriculture, construction, and wholesale and retail trade depend heavily on this global network.
External events can severely disrupt the flow of goods, delay deliveries or damage critical infrastructure.
But a crisis like the COVID pandemic can also disrupt business commitments to sustainability goals such as reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste and improving resource efficiency.
When you’re a manager, delivering feedback can feel like walking a tightrope. Whether you’re praising an employee’s accomplishments or addressing a shortfall, how you communicate can have a big impact on how your words are received and acted upon.
Sanga Park/ShutterstockChina’s relentless economic growth used to be the marvel of the world. Oh, what a memory.
Galdric PS/ShutterstockIn a move that could reshape how Australians pay for everyday purchases, the federal government is preparing to ban businesses from slapping surcharges on debit card transactions.
This plan, pending a review by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), promises to put money back into consumers’ pockets.
Gorodenkoff/ShutterstockListening to music can enhance our lives in all kinds of ways – many of us use it during exercise, to regulate our mood, or in the workplace.
But can listening to background music while you work really make you more productive?
It’s a controversial topic. Some people swear by it, others find it painfully distracting. The research agrees there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this question.
