It is a uniquely Australian experience. Every few years, the north-eastern coast of Australia is devastated by catastrophic floods or bushfires. Lives, homes and businesses are swallowed up. The media descends, and we hear the same questions on a loop ... Read more

Effective team decision-making hinges on a leader's skill in creating an environment where employees feel empowered to think differently and express divergent views. For business owners whose competitive advantage is their ability to out-think the ... Read more

Operating a small business, in its simplest form is about being able to manage and solve problems for people, just in time. However, many business owners report that they regularly struggle to diagnose business problems accurately. What if the problem ... Read more

Many people go into business with a business partner. It can be a great way to leverage skills, increase profitability and extend the business's reach into new customer markets. The downside is that if not managed well, it can also increase the risk ... Read more

Given the abundance of our modern lives, it is not surprising that we end up with complicated feelings and concerns about money and possessions. Children ask a lot of questions-it is part of their job, and adults raising children are going to face unexpected ... Read more

Thinking about setting some financial goals this year? Sounds simple enough right? But simple doesn't always mean easy. When it comes to managing our personal debts and credit cards, savings and investing, many people are quick to look for a sequence ... Read more

Get clear on what is at stake when you borrow with others. Understanding joint and severally liability loans and what it means for you You might think when you take out a joint mortgage with someone else that you are only responsible for your 'half' ... Read more