Construction Manager Know-How: What to know about tenders and local government

Working in the building and construction industry is a rewarding career that is fast paced and full of good challenges. One of the most important stakeholders you’ll liaise with is local government. Dealing with tenders, permits and applications...


5 Winning Ways to Improve Relationships at Work and Get Promoted Faster

From offices and outdoors, to transport and teaching, no two workplaces are the same – but they are all filled with people. Establishing, maintaining and improving relationships with your co-workers at work is critical if you (and they)...


5 Savvy Ways to Grow and Expand Your Business

When it’s time to grow and expand your business, you want to do it in a way that stretches you out of your comfort zone but is also sustainable and achievable. Start with these five ways to be...


Essential business management know-how for entrepreneurs

When starting out in business or simply to trying to gain a competitive advantage, all entrepreneurs benefit from learning general business management know-how. “You never lose in business, either you win or you learn.” – Melinda Emerson, business...


What every CEO needs from Purchasing and Procurement

In the more successful purchasing and procurement models, the CEO understands and is across the supply chain functions of the business. A Chief Executive Officer will drive competitive advantage by showing leadership to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO)...


How to Drive Community Engagement as a Practice Manager

Community Healthcare Whether you have a traditional medical centre, allied health centre, or you offer complementary health care – creating and implementing strategies to increase community engagement is usually the responsibility of the Practice Manager. Healthcare centres can...


How to Foster Life-Long Relationships with Clients – 9 Tips for Practice Managers

A rewarding side of practice management is forming life-long relationships with clients, sometimes from birth through childhood, to adulthood or into older age. Here’s 9 ways how a practice manager can foster quality business relationships that last for...


Quality Auditing and ISO

How to use quality compliance to facilitate an ISO accreditation Quality management practices are integral in a competitive marketplace. Quality standards and quality auditing of standards offer many benefits to your business and even more so if ISO...


Purchasing in China and Asia? Here’s what you need to know

Purchasing and Procurement in China and Asia China and Asia have always been hot-spots for businesses with a smart purchasing and procurement strategy. The advantages of purchasing products and equipment from established and emerging Asian economies are plentiful....


9 Business Sectors where Quality Auditing is essential

Quality Auditing is the process of systematically examining a quality system or process in a business. Quality Audits can be conducted by either a qualified internal or external quality auditor. Regular quality audits are an integral part of...


Back to School: A Guide for Young Parents returning to Study

When adults are asked about their high school experience, the response generally falls into one of two categories – ’good’ or ‘bad’. Commonly, each camp agrees that the less said about education during teenage years the better. Returning...


How to give your Career a Spring makeover

Spring has sprung, and with the year being well and truly past the half-way mark, there’s never been a better time for a career spring clean. How is your year going, what’s been great and what’s been mediocre?...


7 Reasons to Consider a Career Transition to Purchasing or Procurement

Variety for all your skills There are several broad categories within a supply chain workforce. Once you have secured a role in one area, there is plenty of scope for variety in your work depending on your skill-set...


The Difference between a Builder and a Construction Manager

If you’re passionate about building and construction and looking to break into the industry, you’re probably wondering whether a career as a builder or a construction manager is the best choice for you. Or, perhaps you’re already a...


Why Nurses make Great Practice Managers

A great way for nurses looking for a different nursing job is to make a career transition into Practice Management. Whether you are currently medical practice nursing or hospital nursing, consider Practice Management when deciding your future career...


The Differences between a BCM and a BCB qualification

A Diploma of Building & Construction (Management), commonly referred to as a ‘BCM’ is often confused with a Diploma of Building & Construction (Building) or ‘BCB’. Although the two qualifications are related to the same industry of Building...


Have you considered a Purchasing/Procurement Career? Six Career Transition Case Studies

Purchasing/Procurement is a multi-faceted area of a business that generally requires a team of people with complementary skills to be successful. However, many professionals have not considered transitioning into a purchasing career and are missing out on exciting...


How to Transition from Administration to Business Management

Many people in administration or finance roles can reach a point where they are looking for more from their career, such as a transition to business management. Small businesses are the backbone of the Australian economy, and many...


5 Reasons to make a Career Change from Nursing to Practice Management

Nursing management career paths are varied, and very often nurses need to make significant career choices about what is best for their overall career and wellbeing. At some point, many nurses face the decision to either leave the...


Project Management Skills for the Future

As job opportunities in many industry sectors are shrinking, it’s a perfect time to consider upgrading your CV with transferable project management skills and future-proofing your career. Adding Project Management skills to the industry qualifications or experience that...


The Career Rewards of Becoming a Construction Supervisor

A logical place to begin a construction management career is with a job as a Construction Supervisor, a rewarding role with high levels of variety and earning potential. If you’re interested in building and construction and enjoy working...


What you need to know about Administration – earning potential and career advancement

Administration is a department that is essential for every business. Unfortunately, it is a role that has a history of being an overlooked and undervalued career choice. Given the importance of administration for every organisation and business in...


How to get a Top 20 Salary Job in Management and Project Management

There is a reason why Project Management and Management jobs are so popular in Australia. Both are highly transferable skills that can be applied to any sector across all Australian states and internationally. Growth in management and project...


How you can work less while earning more in Construction Management

Working as a construction manager is a smart and rewarding career choice for anyone interested in the building or construction industry who wants to work less while earning more. If you’re currently a trades-person or exploring a career...


Construction – What and Where are the best Salary Opportunities

SEEK have released an update on Australia’s highest-paying jobs 2018 vs 2013 and it is satisfying to see that a few high paying roles in construction have emerged in the top 10.   What is the best career...


What Practice Managers need to know about My Health Record

As a Practice Manager make sure you are informed regarding My Health Record management so that you can provide information to patients if needed and understand the benefits for your practice.   An overview of My Health Record...


4 Easy Ways to help you pay off your course fees without breaking the bank

Returning to study is an important investment in your future and your earning potential. Thankfully, with a few changes to your budget and a choice of payment plans, it’s easy to balance your online course fees and minimise...


Project Management News and Opportunities 2018

Opportunities and salaries continue to grow A recent salary survey conducted by SEEK confirms that Australia is now the number one country in the world for the highest paid project management practitioners. The average project management salary is...


7 Reasons to choose a Diploma over a Degree

The decision to choose a diploma over a degree is an important life choice that needs to be weighed up with all the facts in mind. In an ever-changing and competitive job market, vocational education can make you...


4 Vital Elements of giving Constructive Feedback

Giving constructive feedback to employees can be a daunting task for managers. Many managers say it is the least favourite part of the position. However, as difficult as it is, being able to do so effectively can have...