Category: Business

  • Vegemite is Australian again with $460 million deal

    Vegemite is Australian again with $460 million deal

    Bega will buy most of US-based Mondelez International’s Australia and New Zealand grocery business, which includes Vegemite, ZoOSh salad dressings and Bonox. The iconic spread, which symbolises nationalism to many Australians, is an important acquisition for the dairy company. “The wonderful heritage and values that Vegemite represents and its importance to Australian culture makes its combination…

  • How to speak up to your boss

    How to speak up to your boss

    It’s really difficult to work hard and feel appreciated in a job when you’re feeling under pressure. Maybe there are new people in your team, or your boss hasn’t listened to your ideas, whatever it is, you need to air your concerns. You should never do so in a public display of airing your dirty laundry,…

  • Business etiquette every professional should know

    Business etiquette every professional should know

    Business etiquette is used to set a professional tone in the office and with clients. Don’t make the mistake of not knowing what do to in certain situations. Following these tips for business behaviour will help you the job or promotion of your dreams. Dress Code First impressions count, so be mindful of the clothes…

  • Professional skills you should learn in your 20s

    Professional skills you should learn in your 20s

    When you’re in your 20s and  fresh out of university, it can be a daunting task to tackle the professional world. There are some skills you should master and some things you should learn simply not to do. It can be hard to know which is which, and struggle through the quagmire of business etiquette.…

  • How to improve your workplace culture

    How to improve your workplace culture

    It’s the new year, which means time for a fresh outlook on life and work. If you’re looking to change things up at work to make your workplace more engaging and interesting, follow these steps to facilitate change.   1. Allow time for creativity Studies on creativity and innovation acknowledge that imposing time pressures can increase…

  • How to survive your first day at a new job

    How to survive your first day at a new job

    It’s the start of the year and time for your new job and fresh impression. So you nailed the interview and scored yourself a job. You feel relieved and excited, but then you remember you’ve still got a long way to go. The first day is all about meeting new people, finding your place in the…

  • What successful people do over holidays

    What successful people do over holidays

    The holidays are a perfect time to rest, relax and restart your system. It can be an ideal time to reflect on yourself and your goals and to contemplate your progress. Successful people know how to take a holiday so it includes some relaxation as well as some fun! So take some tried and tested…

  • Be careful of the 1:42pm stress

    Be careful of the 1:42pm stress

    According to a new survey by Groupon, 1:42pm precisely is the most hectic and stressful minute of the day. With an average person spending 8 hours or more at work, they develop patterns of tiredness and drowsiness during the day. 60% of individuals do not have time to relax at home because of family commitments…

  • How to become wealthy

    How to become wealthy

    Everyone wants to be wealthy (or at least well off) and be able to choose when and why they work. It’s difficult to feel like you’re achieving anything when you’re paying a lot of rent or paying $5 for a coffee every day, but we’ve got some tips to help you save better and spend…

  • Nurofen fined millions for misleading consumers

    Nurofen fined millions for misleading consumers

    The manufacturers of the popular painkiller range Nurofen will be fined $6 million for misleading customers. Today the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) won the court case against pharmaceutical giant Reckitt Benckiser over the targeted pain range. The Federal Court found that the Nurofen targeted pain relief range was misleading because they all had…