UNSW BusinessThink Articles RSS Feed https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/rssfeed.xml This feed allows you to read the articles from the UNSW BusinessThink site in RSS format Copyright © 2024 UNSW Business School™. en Demystifying term sheets: what every founder should know https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/term-sheet-startup-investment In the world of startup funding, term sheets play a crucial role in negotiation strategies, valuation, due diligence and ultimately securing the best investment () Start-ups Entrepreneurship Investment Accounting Finance Business Strategy Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/term-sheet-startup-investment Tue, 23 Apr 2024 19:00:00 GMT With cost of living on the rise, can you afford to travel to work? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/commuting-costs-Australia-public-transport-remote-work Can Australian cities adapt to become more commuter-friendly or will the financial burden of travel force a fundamental shift in work arrangements? a.dhaenens@unsw.edu.au (Andrew Dhaenens) Real estate Government Employment Consumers Behaviour Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/commuting-costs-Australia-public-transport-remote-work Sun, 21 Apr 2024 14:00:00 GMT How good corporate governance reduces equity volatility https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/corporate-governance-equity-volatility-shareholder-risk New research explores how corporate governance reforms can reduce equity volatility and improve the risk-return profile of companies for shareholders a.jeanneret@unsw.edu.au (Alexandre Jeanneret) Regulation Investment Finance Corporate Governance Risk Shareholders Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/corporate-governance-equity-volatility-shareholder-risk Tue, 16 Apr 2024 14:00:00 GMT Explainer: How ChatGPT works in a sentence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/AI-literacy-generative-AI-large-language-models-LLMs AI literacy is critical for business with the use of generative AI technologies such as ChatGPT, write UNSW Business School's Alba Olivares Nadal and Sam Kirshner a.olivares_nadal@unsw.edu.au (Alba Olivares Nadal) Entrepreneurship Data Business Strategy Digital Technology Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/AI-literacy-generative-AI-large-language-models-LLMs Mon, 15 Apr 2024 14:00:00 GMT Olivia S. Mitchell on reducing longevity risk in retirement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/olivia-mitchell-retirement-planning-longevity-risk Rising life expectancy creates challenges for retirement planning, and Professor Olivia S. Mitchell says financial literacy needs to improve to help reduce longevity risks () Population ageing Insurance Aged care Finance Retirement Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/olivia-mitchell-retirement-planning-longevity-risk Sun, 14 Apr 2024 14:00:00 GMT What financial know-how is required to run a successful SME? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/financial-literacy-small-medium-business Understanding your SME's finances empowers informed decision-making, fosters long-term success, and can help balance profit with purpose julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Start-ups Banking Investment Finance Business Strategy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/financial-literacy-small-medium-business Wed, 10 Apr 2024 20:00:00 GMT Back to basics: finance 101 for small to medium enterprises https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/back-to-basics-finance-small-medium-enterprises UNSW Business School Associate Professor Kristle Romero Cortés breaks down the basics of SME finance, from market flows and cost of capital to budgeting for business growth julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Start-ups Entrepreneurship Banking Investment Finance Business Strategy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/back-to-basics-finance-small-medium-enterprises Wed, 10 Apr 2024 14:00:00 GMT Transformation, trust, and tax: A Commissioner’s story https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australian-taxation-office-ATO-chris-jordan Chris Jordan, former Commissioner of Taxation, discusses his unconventional path to leading the ATO, with a focus on transformation, innovation and client experience () Customer experience Policy Corporate Governance Accounting Leadership Government Economics Tax Finance Law Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australian-taxation-office-ATO-chris-jordan Tue, 09 Apr 2024 14:00:00 GMT Hybrid work has gone from the new normal to business as usual https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-working-APS-productivity-employee-engagement Public servants have embraced remote and hybrid working arrangements, but research suggests their managers can take steps to help them be more effective sue.williamson@unsw.edu.au (Sue Williamson) Government Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-working-APS-productivity-employee-engagement Mon, 08 Apr 2024 14:00:00 GMT The challenges of using true demand through the supply chain https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sell-out-data-supply-chain-management-demand-forecasting Sell-out data can transform demand forecasting, optimise supply chains and drive valuable efficiencies and effectiveness, write Ralf Seifert and Richard Markoff (I by IMD) Trade Data Analytics Business Strategy Digital Technology Innovation Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sell-out-data-supply-chain-management-demand-forecasting Sun, 07 Apr 2024 14:00:00 GMT Microsoft’s Kevin Peesker on ethical AI and bridging the tech skills gap https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/microsoft-kevin-peesker-ethical-ai-tech-skills Businesses need to think critically about ethical AI and reskilling workforces for the AI era in order to drive successful outcomes, says Microsoft’s Kevin Peesker () Regulation Data Analytics Business Strategy Digital Technology Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/microsoft-kevin-peesker-ethical-ai-tech-skills Wed, 03 Apr 2024 13:00:00 GMT The right to disconnect: what does it mean and how will it work? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/right-to-disconnect-law-australia UNSW Business School's Professor Emmanuel Josserand discusses new legislation which grants employees the right to disconnect from work outside business hours emmanuel.josserand@unsw.edu.au (Emmanuel Josserand) Regulation Labour relations Law Employment Management Human resources Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/right-to-disconnect-law-australia Tue, 02 Apr 2024 13:00:00 GMT Why Australia's data privacy laws are in real need of reform https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/misleading-privacy-terms-consumer-control-data An urgent update of privacy laws is needed as Australians are tracked, targeted and profiled by businesses and data brokers, writes UNSW Sydney's Katharine Kemp () Customer experience User experience Risk Technology Policy Ethics Digital Data Privacy Law Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/misleading-privacy-terms-consumer-control-data Mon, 01 Apr 2024 13:00:00 GMT Super power: the fund making retirement more equitable https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/superannuation-fund-retirement-equitable Aware Super’s Chief of Staff, Katrina McPhee, explains how the fund is combating the gender retirement gap by leveraging its position in the superannuation market julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Superannuation Equality Diversity Investment Finance Social Impact Retirement Gender https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/superannuation-fund-retirement-equitable Wed, 27 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT How Aware Super is taking aim at Australia’s ‘gender retirement gap’ https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/gender-pay-gap-superannuation-retirement-savings Aware Super’s Chief of Staff Katrina McPhee discusses closing the gender pay gap and improving financial security for women through their retirement savings julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Customer experience Superannuation Social Impact Retirement Gender Finance Diversity Investment Equality Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/gender-pay-gap-superannuation-retirement-savings Wed, 27 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT How mobile app data privacy concerns impact firm performance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/data-privacy-mobile-apps-downloads-labels The importance of data transparency in the mobile app industry: why users download apps less when data collection practices are clear (Knowledge at Wharton) Customer experience User experience Risk Technology Ethics Digital Data Privacy Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/data-privacy-mobile-apps-downloads-labels Mon, 25 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT How to identify and support women facing economic abuse https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-abuse-tax-services-women Financial abuse can trap women in dangerous relationships, but pro-bono tax services can help victims gain financial independence and escape domestic violence a.kayis@unsw.edu.au (Ann Kayis-Kumar) Regulation Health Psychology Government Tax Social Impact Gender Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-abuse-tax-services-women Sun, 24 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT How the opioid crisis impacts business https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-opioid-crisis-impacts-business The opioid crisis has had a ripple effect on the production of corporate information, specifically business forecasts and their accuracy leye.li@unsw.edu.au (Leye (Leonard) Li) Risk Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Government Management Business Strategy Data Health Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-opioid-crisis-impacts-business Wed, 20 Mar 2024 19:00:00 GMT Unveiling the secrets: what VCs look for in early-stage startups https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/early-stage-startup-investment Unlocking the secrets to VC funding: what do investors seek in scalable startups that will attract early-stage investment? () Start-ups Entrepreneurship Investment Finance Business Strategy Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/early-stage-startup-investment Sun, 17 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT Long-term investing: how an Aussie fintech start-up grows trust and success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/long-term-investing-how-aussie-fintech-start-up-grows-trust-and-success Pearler is on a mission to alleviate financial stress through its basic investing app and focusing on trust, transparency, and thought leadership in Fintech julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Brands Customer experience User experience Social Impact Digital Business Strategy Sustainability Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/long-term-investing-how-aussie-fintech-start-up-grows-trust-and-success Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:00:08 GMT Pearler ditches 'fail fast' mindset to grow trust and success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pearler-ditches-fail-fast-mindset-to-grow-trust-and-success Hayden Smith, Co-founder of Pearler, emphasises the importance of instilling customer trust and confidence over rapid growth for fintech entrepreneurs julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Brands User experience Technology Social Impact Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Sustainability Shareholders Start-ups Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pearler-ditches-fail-fast-mindset-to-grow-trust-and-success Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:00:00 GMT Is self-checkout a failed experiment for retailers? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/self-checkout-failed-experiment Wharton’s Santiago Gallino discusses the pros and cons of self-checkout, which has become more popular as stores look for ways to cut labor costs (Knowledge at Wharton) Privacy Regulation User experience Customer experience Consumers Marketing Behaviour Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/self-checkout-failed-experiment Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT When it comes to working capital, don’t dig yourself into a hole https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/working-capital-management-WCM-value-creation Companies responding to the shock of higher borrowing costs must beware of three common misconceptions, write IMD's Salvatore Cantale and Marc Woodfield (I by IMD) Brands Accounting Finance Management Business Strategy Risk Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/working-capital-management-WCM-value-creation Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT Hybrid work revolution: designing an office worth going back to https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-work-office-design-workplace-flexibility Workplaces of the future require rethinking how office space is used and what flexibility means, write UNSW Sydney's Iva Durakovic, Christhina Candido and Samin Marzban () Real estate Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-work-office-design-workplace-flexibility Sun, 10 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT How Myles Baron-Hay became the CEO of the Sydney Swans https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/myles-baron-hay-ceo-sydney-swans Myles Baron-Hay reflects on his non-traditional career path that ultimately brought him to the Sydney Swans and how a Moneyball philosophy was key to the club's success () Management Corporate Governance Business Strategy Behaviour Policy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/myles-baron-hay-ceo-sydney-swans Wed, 06 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT When innovation reinforces gender and salary inequalities https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/innovation-gender-inequalities The ecosystem of entrepreneurial innovation accentuates the differences in income between men and women, writes UNSW Business School’s Pauline Grosjean p.grosjean@unsw.edu.au (Pauline Grosjean) Equality Employment Diversity Management Human resources Gender Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/innovation-gender-inequalities Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT How to manage psychosocial hazards in the workplace https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/manage-psychosocial-hazards-workplace While it can be easy to overlook the subtle connection between power dynamics and mental health in the workplace, this link is crucial to minimising psychosocial hazards m.quinlan@unsw.edu.au (Michael Quinlan) Employee engagement Risk Social Impact Policy Leadership Management Labour relations Psychology Health Employment Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/manage-psychosocial-hazards-workplace Sun, 03 Mar 2024 19:00:00 GMT Selling the dream: can a strong purpose do your marketing for you? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/strong-purpose-marketing Calling their marketing ‘unconventional’ might be putting it lightly, because until recently, Humanitix hadn’t really done any marketing at all. Or at least, not on their own julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Brands Customer experience User experience Social Impact Ethics Innovation Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/strong-purpose-marketing Wed, 28 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT Social enterprise ticketing: building trust and attracting investors https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/social-enterprise-ticketing-Humanitix Humanitix's journey to success as a social enterprise in the competitive ticketing industry is built on trust and attracting the right kind of investors julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Customer experience User experience Social Impact Ethics Business Strategy Innovation Start-ups Marketing Investment Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/social-enterprise-ticketing-Humanitix Wed, 28 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT The art of valuation: how to price your startup for investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/startup-valuation-price-investment When it comes to early-stage startup valuation, a number of key factors, methods and negotiation strategies are critical to securing funding from investors () Entrepreneurship Crowdfunding Investment Finance Business Strategy Crowdsourcing Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/startup-valuation-price-investment Mon, 26 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT Navigating old tax debts (and relief options) in the wake of "Robotax" https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-debt-Australia-Robotax Previously "written off" tax debts can resurface, with the Australian Tax Office (ATO) pursuing billions in old debts, writes UNSW Business School's Ann Kayis-Kumar a.kayis@unsw.edu.au (Ann Kayis-Kumar) Government Customer experience Accounting Finance Tax Social Impact Ethics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-debt-Australia-Robotax Sun, 25 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT How to drive M&A success by buying the right intangible assets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/intangible-assets-merger-acquisitions-M&A-value Research has found that intangible assets such as data, brands and customer relationships can add value for companies on the M&A hunt ron.masulis@unsw.edu.au (Ron Masulis) Entrepreneurship Investment Finance Corporate Governance Business Strategy Risk Shareholders Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/intangible-assets-merger-acquisitions-M&A-value Wed, 21 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT Generative AI: copyright, ethics, and the future of creativity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/generative-AI-creative-industries-copyright-fair-use The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has raised a number of issues about copyright, transparency and the future of creative industries, writes UNSW Sydney's Oliver Bown () User experience Risk Technology Policy Ethics Digital Innovation Data Regulation Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/generative-AI-creative-industries-copyright-fair-use Mon, 19 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT How are consumers and retailers responding to soaring inflation? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inflation-impact-retail-consumer-responses New research examines how inflation is affecting consumers and retailers, and how they are both adapting their shopping habits and retail strategies in response h.vanheerde@unsw.edu.au (Harald van Heerde) Regulation User experience Customer experience Consumers Brands Marketing Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inflation-impact-retail-consumer-responses Sun, 18 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT How building your brand boosts your bottom line https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brand-building-sponsorships-management-trust-image Organisations need to focus on things audiences love to build their brands and maximise the value of sponsorships, according to advertising expert Dee Madigan julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Customer experience Consumers Brands Advertising Marketing Commerce https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brand-building-sponsorships-management-trust-image Wed, 14 Feb 2024 18:00:00 GMT Beyond logos: why better branding means better business https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brand-sponsorship-emotional-branding-consumer-perception-ROI Advertising expert and ad agency owner Dee Madigan explains the role sponsorships play in creating and solidifying a strong brand julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) User experience Entrepreneurship Customer experience Consumers Brands Advertising Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brand-sponsorship-emotional-branding-consumer-perception-ROI Wed, 14 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT ATO versus negative gearing: is a legal showdown coming? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/negative-gearing-australia-ATO-challenge Negative gearing is a controversial tax break that might not survive an ATO court challenge, writes UNSW Business School's Dale Boccabella d.boccabella@unsw.edu.au (Dale Boccabella) Regulation Real estate Law Government Housing Finance Tax Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/negative-gearing-australia-ATO-challenge Wed, 14 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT Labor's stage 3 tax cuts: is there a better, fairer alternative? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/labor-stage-3-tax-cuts-alternative There is an alternative to Labor's proposed stage 3 tax cuts, which would benefit those in need and tackle economic challenges, writes UNSW Business School's Rodney Brown rodney.brown@unsw.edu.au (Rodney Brown) Employee engagement Social Impact Policy Government Economics Data Politics Economy Tax Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/labor-stage-3-tax-cuts-alternative Mon, 12 Feb 2024 19:00:00 GMT Taking the pain out of appraisals: rethinking performance reviews https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/taking-the-pain-out-of-appraisals-rethinking-performance-reviews Organisations are rethinking performance management with a focus on continuous feedback, clear goals and employee development, writes IMD's Lars Häggström (I by IMD) Employment Employee engagement Behaviour Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/taking-the-pain-out-of-appraisals-rethinking-performance-reviews Sun, 11 Feb 2024 18:00:00 GMT Life annuities vs. RADs: the battle for a fairer, simpler retirement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/life-annuity-RAD-aged-care-retirement-income-superannuation Refundable Accommodation Deposits (RADs) may hinder the adoption of a better retirement model in the form of life annuities, writes UNSW Business School's Anthony Asher a.asher@unsw.edu.au (Anthony Asher) Regulation Population ageing Government Aged care Finance Retirement Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/life-annuity-RAD-aged-care-retirement-income-superannuation Wed, 07 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT Australia’s climate risks and COP28 outcomes for business https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-climate-risks-cop28-business A closer look at COP28's outcomes highlights some of the biggest climate risks and opportunities Australian businesses will be presented with this year f.moshirian@unsw.edu.au (Fariborz Moshirian) Risk Environment Social Impact Policy Ethics Business Strategy Sustainability Global Energy Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-climate-risks-cop28-business Tue, 06 Feb 2024 19:00:00 GMT How pay transparency laws have reduced salaries by 2 per cent https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pay-transparency-laws-wage-negotiation-gender-gap Good intentions, unintended consequences? UNSW Business School’s Pauline Grosjean examines why pay transparency can have perverse effects p.grosjean@unsw.edu.au (Pauline Grosjean) Social Impact Policy Human resources Corporate Governance Gender Employment Regulation Diversity Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pay-transparency-laws-wage-negotiation-gender-gap Mon, 05 Feb 2024 13:00:00 GMT Inflation is easing: what impact will this have on Australians? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inflation-Australia-CPI-RBA-cash-rate-housing-market While inflation is cooling in Australia, what is the impact on the CPI, housing markets and RBA decisions on cash rates and mortgages? (Gonzalo Castex Hernandez) COVID-19 Risk Social Impact Policy Government Markets Currency Economics Banking Economy Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inflation-Australia-CPI-RBA-cash-rate-housing-market Sun, 04 Feb 2024 19:00:00 GMT Ethical marketing: how to navigate the AI moral minefield for marketers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ethical-marketing-ai-marketers Link Group CMO Wendy Mak digs into the ethical side of digital marketing, explaining why marketers need to be at the forefront of the conversation, and exploring how brand-new AI tools might not be as helpful as they first seem julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Brands Customer experience User experience Risk Technology Ethics Digital Advertising Analytics Data Marketing Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ethical-marketing-ai-marketers Wed, 31 Jan 2024 19:00:00 GMT "This wasn't created by a human": marketing leader calls for AI ethics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/AI-marketing-ethics There are a number of ethical complexities with AI-powered marketing campaigns, and marketing professionals need to take the lead on trust and transparency julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Brands Customer experience Risk Technology Ethics Digital Data Social media Marketing Artificial Intelligence Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/AI-marketing-ethics Wed, 31 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT Mastering organisational change: Three proven strategies for success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mastering-organisational-change-strategies-success Research-backed change management strategies are essential to introducing new initiatives, securing employee support, and enhancing overall business success a.dhaenens@unsw.edu.au (Andrew Dhaenens) Employee engagement Risk Technology Corporate Governance Leadership Management Business Strategy Data Employment Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mastering-organisational-change-strategies-success Tue, 30 Jan 2024 19:00:00 GMT Why accounting skills and values matter in an age of disruption https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/anna-lee-accounting-skills-values Anna Lee, CEO of Flybuys, explains how trust, ethics, and purpose will shape the future of accounting in the face of technology and changing values p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Social Impact Ethics Accounting Leadership Management Economics Analytics Finance Start-ups Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/anna-lee-accounting-skills-values Mon, 29 Jan 2024 20:00:00 GMT Is the Australian government doing enough to mitigate AI risks? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-ai-risks-federal-government The Australian government has finally released a response to last year’s public consultation on the safe and responsible use of AI, writes UNSW Sydney's Toby Walsh () Customer experience User experience Risk Technology Social Impact Government Digital Business Strategy Data Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-ai-risks-federal-government Sun, 28 Jan 2024 19:00:00 GMT Green skills gap: upskilling for climate risk and reporting https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/green-skills-gap-climate-risk-sustainability-reporting Proposed changes to mandatory ESG reporting mean finance professionals must upskill to be literate in sustainability reporting in an era of increased climate risk p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Environment Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Accounting Business Strategy Analytics Data Finance Regulation Sustainability https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/green-skills-gap-climate-risk-sustainability-reporting Wed, 24 Jan 2024 20:00:00 GMT What makes a company resilient after a product failure? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/product-failure-recovery In today’s competitive market, businesses strive for the top spot by launching new inventions – but only a few can recover successfully from product failure (China Business Knowledge) Brands Customer experience User experience Risk Business Strategy Innovation Start-ups Marketing Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/product-failure-recovery Tue, 23 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT When is a good time to purchase your first home in Australia? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/first-home-buyers-when-good-time-australia Understanding property market trends, the impact of investors and various first homeowner grants could be crucial before making a significant property purchase nalini.prasad@unsw.edu.au (Nalini Prasad) Social Impact Policy Government Markets Housing Data Economy Finance Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/first-home-buyers-when-good-time-australia Mon, 22 Jan 2024 19:00:00 GMT The theory and practice of getting consumers to change behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/consumers-change-behaviour-behavioural-labeling New research examines how organisations and their marketing teams can successfully go about the process of changing consumer behaviour v.melnyk@unsw.edu.au (Valentyna Melnyk) Customer experience User experience Social Impact Advertising Innovation Psychology Marketing Behaviour Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/consumers-change-behaviour-behavioural-labeling Sun, 21 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT If you get a genetic test, could a life insurance firm use it against you? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/genetic-test-life-insurance-discrimination There are a number of serious ethical and legal questions that need to be addressed about life insurance firms discriminating on the basis of genetic testing results feihuang@unsw.edu.au (Fei Huang) Risk Policy Ethics Insurance Data Privacy Health Law Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/genetic-test-life-insurance-discrimination Wed, 17 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT Robotisation benefits productivity and all jobs at pioneering firms https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/robotisation-productivity-employment Research into robotisation and employment shows that technical innovation benefits pioneering companies over competitors, writes UNSW Business School’s Pauline Grosjean p.grosjean@unsw.edu.au (Pauline Grosjean) Risk Technology Management Digital Innovation Data Employment Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/robotisation-productivity-employment Tue, 16 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT How ChatGPT bias affects product recommendations https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chatgpt-bias-product-recommendations Is ChatGPT biased towards prioritising abstract and big-picture concepts over specific details? And what is the significance of this for businesses and consumers? s.kirshner@unsw.edu.au (Sam Kirshner) Brands Risk Technology Social Impact Ethics Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chatgpt-bias-product-recommendations Sun, 14 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT How Alan Kirkland has championed socially responsible leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/alan-kirkland-socially-responsible-leadership Throughout his career as a CEO, Alan Kirkland has demonstrated a commitment to societal impact and championed access to justice for those in need () Customer experience Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Ethics Leadership Management Finance Law Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/alan-kirkland-socially-responsible-leadership Sun, 14 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT GenAI before the courts: the legal risks in using artificial intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/generative-AI-in-legal-practice Good governance is critical for firms that want to avoid legal risks and penalties with the use of generative AI, writes UNSW Business School’s Peter Leonard (Peter Leonard) Risk Technology Policy Corporate Governance Digital Innovation Data Law Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/generative-AI-in-legal-practice Tue, 09 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT Leading through turbulence: navigating disruption and building resilient teams https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/adaptive-leadership-agility-reactive-proactive-resilient Stop reacting, start adapting: how leaders can shift from reactive to proactive in turbulent times, embrace a learning mindset, and unlock their team's full potential () Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Leadership Innovation Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/adaptive-leadership-agility-reactive-proactive-resilient Sun, 07 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT Secrets of the most successful social media marketing campaigns https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/secrets-of-the-most-successful-social-media-marketing-campaigns Three key principles underpin successful social media marketing, which needs to be supported by engaging content, captivating storytelling and data-driven insights liem.ngo@unsw.edu.au (Liem Viet Ngo) Customer experience User experience Digital Advertising Innovation Social media Marketing Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/secrets-of-the-most-successful-social-media-marketing-campaigns Mon, 01 Jan 2024 13:00:00 GMT Rolls-Royce's Aletheia Framework: pioneering safety-critical AI https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rolls-royce-aletheia-framework-safety-critical-ai With its Aletheia Framework, Rolls-Royce is at the forefront of implementing an ethical AI framework that creates safer work environments () Brands User experience Risk Technology Social Impact Policy Ethics Leadership Business Strategy Innovation Data Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rolls-royce-aletheia-framework-safety-critical-ai Sun, 17 Dec 2023 18:00:00 GMT Bank profits and interest rates: who are the winners and losers? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-bank-profits-interest-rates-mortgage-stress-RBA What factors influence bank profits, how do interest rates and monetary policy impact banks, and what are the implications for Australians? M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Markets Consumers Banking Investment Finance Shareholders Economy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-bank-profits-interest-rates-mortgage-stress-RBA Sun, 17 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT Marshall Goldsmith: what are the three things successful leaders do? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/marshall-goldsmith-three-things-successful-leaders Drawing on his experience as an executive coach to accomplished senior leaders, Marshall Goldsmith says three practices underpin success and a fulfilling life () Employment Management Corporate Governance Business Strategy Leadership Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/marshall-goldsmith-three-things-successful-leaders Thu, 14 Dec 2023 19:00:00 GMT Angela Donohoe’s lessons learned from a non-linear CIO career path https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/angela-donohoe-career-path From clerk to CIO: how Angela Donohoe's adaptability took her from accountant to NSW Department of Enterprise Investment and Trade Chief Information Officer () Government Banking Accounting Finance Management Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/angela-donohoe-career-path Wed, 13 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT Six ways to avoid burnout in the end-of-year holiday rush https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/avoid-holiday-burnout Managing your time helps you regain a sense of control, enhances your efficiency, and reduces the likelihood of holiday burnout, write Sophie Scott and Gordon Parker () Employee engagement Risk Human resources Leadership Management Psychology Health Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/avoid-holiday-burnout Wed, 13 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT How authentic should a business leader really be? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/authentic-business-leader Good leaders actively manage their image in a way that does justice to the complexity of their identity, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Leadership Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/authentic-business-leader Tue, 12 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT How does employee rudeness affect the workplace? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/employee-rudeness-affects-workplace Organisational resources and a more nuanced understanding of individuals' backgrounds are needed to mitigate the adverse effects of rudeness in the workplace k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Employee engagement Social Impact Corporate Governance Leadership Management Business Strategy Psychology Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/employee-rudeness-affects-workplace Mon, 11 Dec 2023 19:00:00 GMT Home insurance tips for bushfire season: loopholes to avoid https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/home-insurance-bushfire-season-loopholes A combination of increased insurance premiums, increased bushfire risk, and updated building codes could mean policyholders are underinsured – or worse, not insured at all m.sherris@unsw.edu.au (Michael Sherris) Risk Environment Social Impact Policy Insurance Accounting Housing Data Economy Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/home-insurance-bushfire-season-loopholes Sun, 10 Dec 2023 19:00:00 GMT HR professionals & HR academics: will they ever find each other? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/HR-academics-practitioners-gap-business-school-research-societal-impact Dialogue between HR professionals and HR academics will help ensure HR research is relevant to the needs of businesses and society, writes UNSW Business School’s Karin Sanders k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Employment Data Management Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/HR-academics-practitioners-gap-business-school-research-societal-impact Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT Three ways to incorporate diversity and inclusion in the workplace https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-ways-diversity-inclusion-workplace Three practical strategies for promoting diversity, inclusion, and equity in the workplace from Modupe Akinola, Professor of Business at Columbia Business School () Employee engagement Social Impact Human resources Ethics Leadership Business Strategy Data Employment Behaviour Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-ways-diversity-inclusion-workplace Tue, 05 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT How to make better decisions with evidence-based management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/evidence-based-management UNSW researchers have developed a new approach to measure a predisposition to use evidence-based management through an objective gamification assessment (Christian Criado-Perez) Psychology Entrepreneurship Data Analytics Corporate Governance Behaviour Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/evidence-based-management Mon, 04 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT Three steps for leaders to harness AI-powered decision-making https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/AI-powered-decision-making-data-driven-leadership How is AI transforming leadership and empowering leaders to make informed, data-driven decisions in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape? Mary-Anne.Williams@unsw.edu.au (Mary-Anne Williams) Technology Ethics Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/AI-powered-decision-making-data-driven-leadership Sun, 03 Dec 2023 13:00:00 GMT The progress principle: how climate resilience is shaping jobs of the future https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-resilience-leadership-mitigation Climate resilience is an increasingly important issue for organisations around the world. How will climate change transform the skills you need to do your job? julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Regulation Government Environment Corporate Governance Risk Energy Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-resilience-leadership-mitigation Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:00:00 GMT Climate mitigation and resilience: essential skills for future leaders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-resilience-mitigation What skills are required to build climate resilience in organisations and meet the challenges of climate change in the future of work? julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Regulation Environment Employment Corporate Governance Risk Energy Leadership Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-resilience-mitigation Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:00:00 GMT AMP CEO Alexis George on authentic and adaptable leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/amp-ceo-alexis-george-authentic-adaptable-leadership AMP CEO Alexis George emphasises that effective leadership hinges less on ambition and more on adaptability, consistent actions, and communication to navigate business challenges () Employee engagement Customer experience Finance Management Business Strategy Leadership Superannuation Accounting https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/amp-ceo-alexis-george-authentic-adaptable-leadership Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:00:00 GMT Brave new workplace: the future of hybrid working https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-work-return-to-office-workplace-flexibility How can companies implement hybrid work models that enhance workplace flexibility, improve employee wellbeing, boost productivity and drive innovation? () Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Technology Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-work-return-to-office-workplace-flexibility Mon, 27 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT Who is OpenAI’s Sam Altman, and why does it matter that he got fired? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/openai-sam-altman-fired OpenAI's breakthroughs in artificial intelligence (AI) have recently been overshadowed by the tumultuous firing of CEO Sam Altman, writes UNSW Sydney's Toby Walsh () Brands Risk Technology Corporate Governance Data Global Shareholders Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/openai-sam-altman-fired Sun, 26 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT Digital sustainability: why business should take an ‘ecosystem approach’ https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-sustainability-business-ecosystem-approach The metaphor of a biological ecosystem can help businesses navigate complex, interconnected networks to drive digital sustainability, says UNSW Business School’s Barney Tan (Barney Tan) Environment Social Impact Business Strategy Digital Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-sustainability-business-ecosystem-approach Wed, 22 Nov 2023 19:00:00 GMT Josh Thomas: leading sustainability for the Great Barrier Reef https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/josh-thomas-sustainability-leadership-great-barrier-reef Josh Thomas, CEO of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, discusses the challenges in preserving the reef and the vital role of collaboration in its protection () Government Environment Data Social Impact Policy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/josh-thomas-sustainability-leadership-great-barrier-reef Tue, 21 Nov 2023 19:00:00 GMT Do you trust AI to write the news? It already is – and not without issues https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-generated-news The Guardian has accused Microsoft of reputational damage after it displayed one of its articles alongside an inappropriate AI-generated poll, writes Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Regulation Data Digital Risk Technology Policy Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-generated-news Mon, 20 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT What really happens when tourists turn to algorithms for fair pricing? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tourists-algorithms-pricing Why do consumers feel better if algorithms, instead of humans, offer the best rates for travel, hospitality and accommodation services? (China Business Knowledge) Customer experience User experience Digital Analytics Data Global Marketing Behaviour Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tourists-algorithms-pricing Sun, 19 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT Combating rising home insurance costs: climate solutions hold the key https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-bushfires-insurance Extreme weather events such as fires, floods, and severe storms are on the rise, and these have significant implications for insurance firms and homeowners julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Risk Environment Policy Real estate Corporate Governance Insurance Government Housing Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-bushfires-insurance Wed, 15 Nov 2023 18:30:00 GMT Risky business: adapting to climate change could ‘insure’ a better future https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-insurance-risk Insurance leaders are optimistic that Australia can be more resilient in a climate-challenged future, and they’re learning new ways to deal with risk to get us there julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Risk Environment Policy Corporate Governance Insurance Government Politics Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-insurance-risk Wed, 15 Nov 2023 18:30:00 GMT Amy Cuddy on the science of leading with power and presence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/amy-cuddy-leadership-strategies Amy Cuddy explains how leaders can project confidence, connect with teams, cultivate trust, foster diversity and navigate challenging times effectively c.jackson@unsw.edu.au (Chris Jackson) Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/amy-cuddy-leadership-strategies Tue, 14 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT ESG standards are changing. What’s the impact on business? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/esg-standards-changing-impact-business With new ESG reporting requirements rapidly developing, Australian businesses must start to prioritise integrating climate-related data sooner rather than later p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Risk Accounting Management Digital Business Strategy Analytics Data Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/esg-standards-changing-impact-business Mon, 13 Nov 2023 19:00:00 GMT Understanding auditor behaviour: factors influencing decision-making https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/audit-behaviour-decision-making The audit and assurance industry can glean critical insights from evidence-based research to tackle critical thinking and decision-making challenges () Risk Policy Corporate Governance Accounting Management Digital Business Strategy Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/audit-behaviour-decision-making Sun, 12 Nov 2023 19:00:00 GMT Juliet Bourke: insights from a diversity and inclusion pioneer https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/juliet-bourke-diversity-inclusion From mainstream lawyer to diversity and inclusion entrepreneur, Dr Juliet Bourke's career provides valuable insights for budding leaders in this space julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Employee engagement Customer experience Corporate Governance Leadership Data Employment Start-ups Equality Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/juliet-bourke-diversity-inclusion Tue, 07 Nov 2023 19:00:00 GMT When you should (and shouldn't) hire former entrepreneurs https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/former-entrepreneurs-turnover-risk-talent-shortage Former entrepreneurs can bring a wealth of experience and skills to your organisation. New research has shed light on how to best hire and retain them siran.zhan@unsw.edu.au (Siran Zhan) Start-ups Entrepreneurship Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/former-entrepreneurs-turnover-risk-talent-shortage Tue, 07 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT James Cameron on how AI will impact creativity and innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/james-cameron-ai-creativity-and-innovation Artificial intelligence is having a significant impact but it can't create and innovate in the same way that humans can, according to Hollywood producer James Cameron () Customer experience Marketing Technology Leadership Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/james-cameron-ai-creativity-and-innovation Mon, 06 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT How privacy rights affect personal data markets and firm profit https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/GDPR-data-protection-laws-consumer-rights Striking the right balance between data regulation and consumer benefits is crucial for trust and successful data sharing (China Business Knowledge) Risk Technology Policy Corporate Governance Ethics Digital Data Privacy Global Law Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/GDPR-data-protection-laws-consumer-rights Sun, 05 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT Purple collar workers needed to drive electric vehicle manufacturing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/behyad-jafari-purple-collar-workers-electric-vehicle-EV-manufacturing-industry The electric vehicle industry is surging ahead globally, and Australia needs to take definitive steps to capitalise on important opportunities – or risk being left behind julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Risk Environment Social Impact Government Innovation Economics Global Energy Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/behyad-jafari-purple-collar-workers-electric-vehicle-EV-manufacturing-industry Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT Policy in the slow lane: can we speed up change and drive down emissions? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/purple-collar-workers-electric-vehicle-industry Before we change behaviour, we need to change policy. How can we accelerate the shift to greener, cleaner vehicles, and move away from our reliance on fossil fuels? julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Customer experience Risk Technology Environment Policy Government Innovation Global Energy Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/purple-collar-workers-electric-vehicle-industry Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:00:00 GMT Have economists underestimated climate change's financial hit? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-impact-on-economy The impact of climate change on natural systems is well understood, but climate change impact on the economy is another matter, writes UNSW Business School's Tim Neal timothy.neal@unsw.edu.au (Timothy Neal) Commerce Risk Environment Social Impact Asia-Pacific India Economics Global Finance Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-impact-on-economy Tue, 31 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT NPS: A (somewhat) useful metric, not a magic wand https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/net-promoter-score-NPS-effectiveness-challenges Net promoter score has become a useful metric for business, but companies need to understand its limitations and avoid misusing it, warns IMD’s Frédéric Dalsace (I by IMD) Employee engagement Data Customer experience Analytics Management Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/net-promoter-score-NPS-effectiveness-challenges Mon, 30 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT How Uber drivers revolt against algorithmic management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/uber-algorithmic-management While algorithmic management offers operational efficiencies for companies like Uber, research has found it has also resulted in several real-world challenges p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Brands Customer experience User experience Risk Technology Social Impact Gig economy Corporate Governance Digital Innovation Analytics Data Privacy Start-ups Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/uber-algorithmic-management Sun, 29 Oct 2023 19:00:00 GMT Meet The CEO with Alexis George, CEO of AMP https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/alexis-george-ceo-amp AMP CEO Alexis George discusses her approach to leadership and the positive change she has instilled within AMP and the financial services industry () Risk Corporate Governance Leadership Business Strategy Economics Banking Shareholders Employment Finance Regulation Investment Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/alexis-george-ceo-amp Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT Supermarket surveillance: why we dislike it and what stores should do https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supermarket-surveillance-shoplifting-cost-of-living Supermarket surveillance is on the rise as the cost-of-living crisis has led to an increase in shoplifting. Do stores need to take a new approach to ease shopper frustrations? n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Security Customer experience User experience Risk Technology Ethics Psychology Privacy Behaviour Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supermarket-surveillance-shoplifting-cost-of-living Wed, 25 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT Sustaining Australia’s economic success: A roadmap for the future https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-economic-success-roadmap Australia went three decades without a recession – a streak only broken by a once-in-a-century pandemic. To do it again, five important factors need to be addressed richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Population ageing Risk Environment Policy Government Management Economics Analytics Retirement Politics Economy Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-economic-success-roadmap Tue, 24 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT Does hybrid working really lead to less productivity? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-working-productivity Rather than worrying about productivity, organisations should rethink their approach to managing and leading hybrid workers, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Labour relations Employee engagement Employment Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-working-productivity Mon, 23 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT Home insurance is on the rise. Is there an affordable solution? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/affordability-home-insurance-solution The effects of climate change put affordable insurance, people, their homes and businesses at risk. Solving this problem requires a multi-disciplinary approach feihuang@unsw.edu.au (Fei Huang) Risk Environment Social Impact Real estate Insurance Government Analytics Data Politics Economy Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/affordability-home-insurance-solution Sun, 22 Oct 2023 19:00:00 GMT Can a founder's personality predict start-up success? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-founder-personality-predict-start-up-success Research shows start-up founders have distinct personality traits, and they’re more important to the success of their companies than previously thought () Start-ups Psychology Entrepreneurship Data Business Strategy Innovation Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-founder-personality-predict-start-up-success Wed, 18 Oct 2023 19:00:00 GMT Three strategies to de-risk supply chains amid geopolitical tensions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/strategies-risk-supply-chains-geopolitical-tensions De-risking strategies, sustainability considerations and geopolitical awareness will help reshape how businesses operate in the future, writes IMD’s Carlos Cordon (I by IMD) China Trade Corporate Governance Business Strategy Risk Economy Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/strategies-risk-supply-chains-geopolitical-tensions Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT The bullseye framework: a perfect business model canvas teammate https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bullseye-framework-business-model-canvas New research has uncovered a business strategy framework that complements the business model canvas in a number of important ways g.shinkle@unsw.edu.au (George Shinkle) Entrepreneurship Customer experience Analytics Management Business Strategy Risk Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bullseye-framework-business-model-canvas Mon, 16 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT Government debt: you’re a part of it. Is it a problem? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-debt Eye-watering government debt makes for good headlines, but how much is too much is far less clear, writes UNSW Business School’s Gigi Foster gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) COVID-19 Risk Policy Government Economics Budget Politics Economy Tax Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-debt Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT Four ways to help hybrid workers boost productivity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-knowledge-workers-boost-productivity Knowledge workers require redesigned work structures that prioritise innovation and collaboration over conventional mandates in order to maximise productivity k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Labour relations Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-knowledge-workers-boost-productivity Wed, 11 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT Three keys to navigating digital transformation in Indonesia https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indonesia-digital-transformation-growth Indonesia's digital transformation has led to big societal changes that require collaborative efforts across multiple industries to adapt successfully f.tan@unsw.edu.au (Felix Tan) Digital https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indonesia-digital-transformation-growth Tue, 10 Oct 2023 19:00:00 GMT When workers catch a flu, corporate disclosure catches a cold https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/flu-corporate-forecasts-disclosure Managers take a longer-term approach to corporate forecasts when an organisation and key stakeholders are beset by higher levels of flu activity leye.li@unsw.edu.au (Leye (Leonard) Li) Regulation Employee engagement Investment Accounting Finance Corporate Governance Risk Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/flu-corporate-forecasts-disclosure Mon, 09 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT How to get rid of spam and unwanted email from your inbox https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/spam-unwanted-email-inbox Spam isn’t only annoying, it can also be dangerous. UNSW Sydney's Kayleen Manwaring provides advice for reducing spam and minimising the risk of cyberattacks Kayleen.manwaring@unsw.edu.au (Kayleen Manwaring) Privacy Regulation Data Behaviour Marketing Risk Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/spam-unwanted-email-inbox Sun, 08 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT Why do I owe tax? It could be because the LMITO is gone https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-refund-lmito The Low and Middle Income Tax Offset was a flawed idea. Now that it’s gone, our tax bills are up to $1500 higher, writes UNSW Business School's Ann Kayis-Kumar a.kayis@unsw.edu.au (Ann Kayis-Kumar) Regulation Government Consumers Finance Tax Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-refund-lmito Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:00:00 GMT Empowering diverse teams: six characteristics of inclusive leaders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/empowering-diverse-teams-six-characteristics-inclusive-leaders Inclusive leadership empowers leaders to navigate diversity by emphasising six key factors for better team performance, says UNSW Business School’s Juliet Bourke julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Diversity Social Impact Corporate Governance Behaviour Leadership Human resources Gender Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/empowering-diverse-teams-six-characteristics-inclusive-leaders Mon, 02 Oct 2023 19:00:00 GMT Does moving to another country for work lead to higher pay? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/moving-country-work-higher-pay Working abroad can give you invaluable experience, but beware of the costs, write Wharton’s Martine Haas and Matthew Bidwell (Knowledge at Wharton) Employment Finance Human resources Economy Currency Commerce Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/moving-country-work-higher-pay Wed, 27 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT Where organisations go wrong in managing psychosocial hazards https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/organisations-psychosocial-hazards Organisations need to address the root cause of psychosocial hazards in the workplace rather than applying band-aid interventions focused on the individual () Regulation Health Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/organisations-psychosocial-hazards Tue, 26 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT Chatbot revolution risks becoming a race of the reckless https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chatbot-revolution-AI Tech titans are rushing to stake their claim in the AI chatbot market, but they’re trading off all-important transparency in the process, writes UNSW Sydney's Toby Walsh () Customer experience Risk Technology Corporate Governance Ethics Digital Business Strategy Data Privacy Artificial Intelligence Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chatbot-revolution-AI Mon, 25 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT Are you paying more interest on your mortgage than you think? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/interest-mortgage-rates The way banks calculate interest means that mortgage holders may be paying more than they expected, write UNSW Business School’s Kevin Li and Sander De Groote s.degroote@unsw.edu.au (Sander De Groote) Real estate Housing Banking Investment Accounting Finance Retirement Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/interest-mortgage-rates Thu, 21 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT Three climate risk challenges (and solutions) for industry https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-risk-challenges-solutions-industry There are three specific areas industry needs help with in managing climate risks, writes UNSW Sydney's David Grant, Ben Newell and Scott Donald david.s.grant@unsw.edu.au (David Grant) Risk Environment Policy Corporate Governance Business Strategy Global Energy Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-risk-challenges-solutions-industry Tue, 19 Sep 2023 19:00:00 GMT Why it's time for business to embrace the Consumer Data Right https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/consumer-data-right Businesses that start developing uses for the Consumer Data Right will strengthen Australia's data economy, write UNSW Sydney's Ross Buckley and Natalia Jevglevskaja () Risk Technology Social Impact Policy Government Digital Analytics Data Privacy Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/consumer-data-right Mon, 18 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT The legal do's (and don'ts) of hybrid workplace surveillance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/employers-workplace-surveillance-monitoring-employees Employers may be monitoring employees who are working remotely, which raises questions about the ethics and legality of such surveillance (Peter Leonard) Security Risk Technology Corporate Governance Digital Data Privacy Employment Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/employers-workplace-surveillance-monitoring-employees Sun, 17 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT Why is excess inventory bad for business? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brand-overstock-excess-inventory Brands that manage excess inventory through forecasting sales or recycling win consumers' favour, while those that destroy unsold goods take a hit to their reputation t.bucic@unsw.edu.au (Tania Bucic) Brands Customer experience Environment Social Impact Business Strategy Data Marketing Behaviour Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brand-overstock-excess-inventory Tue, 12 Sep 2023 20:00:00 GMT Secrets of Christian Sutherland-Wong’s career success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/christian-sutherland-wong-career-glassdoor Christian Sutherland-Wong says there have been a number of important career-defining moments in his journey to becoming CEO of Glassdoor () COVID-19 Brands Employee engagement Risk Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/christian-sutherland-wong-career-glassdoor Tue, 12 Sep 2023 19:00:00 GMT Do male schmoozers block females from climbing the career ladder? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/male-schmoozers-females-career-ladder Subconscious and subtle mechanisms partly explain why women still experience career progression challenges and pay gaps, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Psychology Equality Employment Management Behaviour Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/male-schmoozers-females-career-ladder Mon, 11 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT What the metaverse means for marketing and generative AI https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/metaverse-marketing-generative-ai By embracing innovative marketing strategies, businesses can leverage the metaverse to stand out in a sea of AI-generated content m.chylinski@unsw.edu.au (Mathew Chylinski) Social media Brands Advertising Marketing Technology Artificial Intelligence Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/metaverse-marketing-generative-ai Sun, 10 Sep 2023 20:00:00 GMT Six ways to leverage AI for sustainable development https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leverage-ai-sustainable-development Businesses can leverage AI technology as a medium for digital sustainability to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) shan.pan@unsw.edu.au (Shan-Ling Pan) Technology Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Ethics Digital Business Strategy Analytics Data Energy Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leverage-ai-sustainable-development Wed, 06 Sep 2023 20:00:00 GMT How trade credit is a double-edged sword https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/trade-credit-double-edged-sword Trade credit helps increase a country’s economic output, but it can also bring vulnerabilities during times of financial distress, according to research from Wharton (Knowledge at Wharton) Commerce Risk Markets Economics Global Economy Finance Investment Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/trade-credit-double-edged-sword Tue, 05 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT Embodied carbon in buildings: new frontiers in greenhouse gas reduction https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/embodied-carbon-buildings-greenhouse-gas-reduction How we reduce CO2 emissions in the built environment is changing, with focus moving from energy efficiency to reducing embodied carbon () Real estate Markets Housing Government Risk Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/embodied-carbon-buildings-greenhouse-gas-reduction Mon, 04 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT How BVN is striking the right balance with hybrid working https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bvn-hybrid-working Organisations are adapting to hybrid work by adopting ‘elastic work models’, in which an office can flex, physically, culturally and operationally, says BVN principal Ali Bounds (Christian Criado-Perez) Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bvn-hybrid-working Sun, 03 Sep 2023 14:00:00 GMT The Intergenerational Report: ageing & economic growth to slow https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/intergenerational-report-ageing-economic-growth The latest Intergenerational Report makes a number of important predictions about ageing, work and other significant trends, writes CEPAR's Rafal Chomik (Rafal Chomik) Population ageing Labour relations Government Employment Retirement Economy Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/intergenerational-report-ageing-economic-growth Wed, 30 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Kevin Roberts on how to succeed through purpose-driven leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/kevin-roberts-leadership-business-creativity-sustainability Leaders are in a critical position to tap into the power of creativity, curiosity, and ideas through active listening in order to drive outcomes n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Brands Employee engagement Customer experience User experience Leadership Business Strategy Advertising Psychology Marketing Behaviour Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/kevin-roberts-leadership-business-creativity-sustainability Tue, 29 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Your top three questions about hybrid work answered https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-work-business-organisations Business leaders struggle with a number of questions around hybrid work, but there are answers in optimal organisational design, productivity, and workplace culture b.hastings@unsw.edu.au (Bradley Hastings) Employment Employee engagement Data Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-work-business-organisations Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Farayi Chipungu: two big ideas for successfully leading change https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/change-adaptive-leadership-farayi-chipungu Harvard Kennedy School of Government's Farayi Chipungu explains how to approach challenges and examines why truly transformative leaders often disappoint people () Management Behaviour Business Strategy Risk Leadership Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/change-adaptive-leadership-farayi-chipungu Sun, 27 Aug 2023 20:00:00 GMT Why the modern economy couldn’t exist without accounting https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accounting-professor-ray-ball Chicago Booth Business School Professor Ray Ball reflects on the evolution of accounting, the important role it plays and how AI will shape the future of the profession p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Social Impact Corporate Governance Accounting Digital Business Strategy Economics Analytics Data Economy Finance Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accounting-professor-ray-ball Wed, 23 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Throwing a financial lifeline to struggling microbusinesses https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/microbusinesses-tax-finances Microbusinesses face a range of financial challenges, and help is often needed to manage pressing financial problems such as Australian Taxation Office (ATO) debts a.kayis@unsw.edu.au (Ann Kayis-Kumar) Gig economy Government Accounting Finance Tax Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/microbusinesses-tax-finances Tue, 22 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Making longer working lives a sustainable and equitable reality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/working-lives-sustainable-equitable Workplaces will need to become more supportive of mature-age workers in order to achieve longer working lives, write Mitiku Hambisa and Kim Kiely () Health Government Equality Employment Social Impact Human resources Retirement Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/working-lives-sustainable-equitable Mon, 21 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Arrested development: young workers struggle with working from home https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/youngest-generation-working-from-home-learning The rise of hybrid work is a godsend, but the youngest generation taking their first steps at work face an unknown challenge, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/youngest-generation-working-from-home-learning Sun, 20 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT How credit supply and loans to investors impact housing prices https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investor-housing-loans-markets Restrictions on investor lending reduce the share of properties purchased by investors as well as the relative price of properties of interest to investors nalini.prasad@unsw.edu.au (Nalini Prasad) Housing Banking Investment Finance Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investor-housing-loans-markets Wed, 16 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Digital resilience in action: five lessons from engaged research https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-resilience-lessons-engaged-research An engaged research study conducted in collaboration with frontline healthcare practitioners has revealed a five-step approach for implementing digital resilience yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) User experience Risk Technology Social Impact Digital Innovation Data Global Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-resilience-lessons-engaged-research Tue, 15 Aug 2023 20:00:00 GMT Making messy challenges manageable with adaptive leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/people-challenges-adaptive-leadership Adaptive leadership equips leaders with a framework and the tools required to accurately diagnose and confront difficult situations in challenging times n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Employee engagement Management Behaviour Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/people-challenges-adaptive-leadership Sun, 13 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Pearler’s Hayden Smith on investing for financial wellbeing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pearler-hayden-smith-investing-financial-wellbeing Pearler Co-founder Hayden Smith says starting small and prioritising simplicity and long-term market exposure are key to investing for financial security () Customer experience User experience Technology Social Impact Leadership Business Strategy Innovation Banking Finance Start-ups Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pearler-hayden-smith-investing-financial-wellbeing Wed, 09 Aug 2023 20:00:00 GMT How real estate asset tokenisation is helping solve housing problems https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/blockchain-assets-property-tokenisation-housing In a world increasingly defined by digital innovation, blockchain is playing an important role in solving real-world housing problems through asset tokenisation e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Cryptocurrency Technology Real estate Digital Housing Innovation Data Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/blockchain-assets-property-tokenisation-housing Tue, 08 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT The power of being nice: can prosocial motivation benefit your career? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/power-of-being-nice-prosocial-motivation-career New research challenges the notion that “nice guys finish last” and suggests that prosocial motivation can be an asset in the workplace (China Business Knowledge) Psychology Employment Management Social Impact Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/power-of-being-nice-prosocial-motivation-career Mon, 07 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Meet the CEO with Christian Sutherland-Wong, CEO of Glassdoor https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ceo-christian-sutherland-wong-glassdoor Christian Sutherland-Wong, CEO of Glassdoor, shares his thoughts on the rapidly evolving global job market, workforce trends, and his own personal career journey () Employee engagement Risk Technology Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ceo-christian-sutherland-wong-glassdoor Sun, 06 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT This time it will be different: are the robots really coming for your job? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/robots-coming-for-your-job For certain tasks, AI outclasses experts. But the question is whether AI will be used as a replacement or in addition to work, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Employment Data Analytics Digital Technology Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/robots-coming-for-your-job Sun, 06 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT The RBA explained: what we get wrong about the Reserve Bank https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rba-explained-reserve-bank With rising interest rates and a new governor chosen, the RBA is under pressure to ease cost-of-living pressure. But there are other things it must consider. M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Risk Policy Government Markets Economics Banking Politics Economy Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rba-explained-reserve-bank Wed, 02 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Applying the science of supply chains to the art of talent management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supply-chain-HR-management-talent-work The pandemic turned well-established supply chain and HR management strategies on their head, and there are important lessons in this for talent management professionals f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supply-chain-HR-management-talent-work Tue, 01 Aug 2023 14:00:00 GMT Back-to-the-office push could reverse gains for disabled workers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/back-to-office-workers-disability Avoiding the office commute is one reason why working from home suits many workers with a disability better, write Sue Williamson, Helen Taylor and Vindhya Weeratunga sue.williamson@unsw.edu.au (Sue Williamson) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Diversity Management Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/back-to-office-workers-disability Mon, 31 Jul 2023 14:00:00 GMT How the $500 million ATO fraud highlights myGov identity flaws https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ato-fraud-bank-account Scammers have exploited a weakness in the myGov portal to redirect hundreds of millions of tax refund dollars, writes UNSW Business School's Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Security Customer experience Risk Technology Policy Corporate Governance Ethics Government Digital Data Finance Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ato-fraud-bank-account Sun, 30 Jul 2023 14:00:00 GMT IBM’s David Solsky on driving change towards sustainability https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ibm-david-solsky-driving-change-sustainability One of the biggest sustainability challenges for organisations is translating their lofty environmental goals into real and meaningful change c.vantoorn@unsw.edu.au (Christine Van Toorn) User experience Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Leadership Data Energy Start-ups Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ibm-david-solsky-driving-change-sustainability Wed, 26 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT Going Berserq with generative AI for promptography https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/berserq-generative-ai-promptography Advanced AI models like the ones developed by Berserq are disrupting the stock photo industry by generating realistic images based on a few descriptive words (Peter Leonard) User experience Start-ups Data Ethics Artificial Intelligence Innovation Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/berserq-generative-ai-promptography Tue, 25 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT Arminé Nalbandian: how to engage government and drive social change https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/armine-nalbandian-engage-government-social-change Arminé Nalbandian, CEO of the Centre for Social Impact, explains the key strategies to effectively engage government and generate greater social impact () Government Environment Entrepreneurship Corporate Governance Social Impact Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/armine-nalbandian-engage-government-social-change Mon, 24 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT Supermarket tricks to watch out for as cost of living soars https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supermarket-tricks-cost-of-living With the cost of living on the rise, consumers are more money conscious. What tactics do supermarkets use to get consumers to spend more money? n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Psychology Customer experience Consumers Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supermarket-tricks-cost-of-living Sun, 23 Jul 2023 14:00:00 GMT How AI will accelerate the end of the 5-day week https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-accelerate-productivity-week Experiments with working patterns have been hit and miss, but generative AI offers a new way forward for productivity, employment and employee happiness, writes IMD's Michael R. Wade (I by IMD) Employee engagement AR Technology Human resources Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-accelerate-productivity-week Wed, 19 Jul 2023 14:00:00 GMT Why the real drain on Australians' productivity is falling wages https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australians-productivity-falling-wages While labor productivity is falling, it appears employers are less interested in motivating workers to produce more, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Employment Employee engagement Behaviour Human resources Economics Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australians-productivity-falling-wages Tue, 18 Jul 2023 14:00:00 GMT The long-term business case for corporate purpose https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-case-corporate-purpose Business leaders do not have to choose between their values and creating value, according to a new study by Wharton’s Witold Henisz (Knowledge at Wharton) Employment Corporate Governance Management Social Impact Business Strategy Risk Ethics Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-case-corporate-purpose Mon, 17 Jul 2023 14:00:00 GMT How organisations can tackle unconscious bias in decision-making https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/organisations-unconscious-bias-decision-making Organisations can combat unconscious bias, particularly in the form of strategy surrogation, by adopting flexibility in their performance metrics (Mandy Cheng) Data Corporate Governance Management Business Strategy Risk Shareholders Ethics Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/organisations-unconscious-bias-decision-making Thu, 13 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT What are we teaching our children when we use them as taxpayers of convenience? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/teaching-children-taxpayers-convenience Purporting to distribute money to children to take advantage of their tax-free thresholds sends a message about how important it is to be truthful when complying with the tax law, writes UNSW Business School's Dale Boccabella d.boccabella@unsw.edu.au (Dale Boccabella) Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Government Economics Data Tax Finance Law Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/teaching-children-taxpayers-convenience Wed, 12 Jul 2023 23:00:00 GMT Authors sue OpenAI over ChatGPT copyright: could they win? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/authors-sue-openai-chatgpt-copyright Two authors allege unauthorised use of their books in a lawsuit against OpenAI, but they must prove potential economic loss, writes UNSW Business School's Dilan Thampapillai (Dr Dilan Thampapillai) User experience Risk Technology Social Impact Ethics Digital Business Strategy Innovation Law Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/authors-sue-openai-chatgpt-copyright Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT Cracking the code: why people fall for scams https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cracking-the-code-why-people-fall-scams As scam losses surge in Australia, UNSW Business School experts shed light on the psychological factors behind falling for scams and offer essential protection measures (Kam-Fung Cheung) Security Customer experience Technology Digital Business Strategy Psychology Data Privacy Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cracking-the-code-why-people-fall-scams Sun, 09 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT Matthew Longland: Transforming Sydney Trains for sustainability https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/matthew-longland-sydney-trains-sustainability Public transport plays a vital role in shaping cities, contributing to their overall productivity, liveability, and sustainability, explains Sydney Trains Chief Executive Matthew Longland n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Customer experience Corporate Governance Management Social Impact Business Strategy Energy Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/matthew-longland-sydney-trains-sustainability Wed, 05 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT What can business learn from the Wagner Group mutiny in Russia? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-learn-wagner-group-mutiny-russia There are important lessons for business leaders from the debacle that Russia found itself in with the Wagner Group, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Politics Management Business Strategy Risk Leadership Economics Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-learn-wagner-group-mutiny-russia Tue, 04 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT When will interest rates stop rising? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/interest-rate-rises-inflation Australian interest rates will continue rising until speculators stop betting that housing investments are risk-free, writes UNSW Business School's Associate Professor Konark Saxena k.saxena@unsw.edu.au (Konark Saxena) Risk Policy Government Housing Economics Data Economy Finance Regulation Investment Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/interest-rate-rises-inflation Mon, 03 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT Three tips to kickstart your journey as an angel investor https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-tips-angel-investor-journey Creativity and determination can open doors (even when capital is limited) and Co Venture's Maxine Minter says financial limitations should not deter aspiring angel investors () Customer experience Social Impact Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-tips-angel-investor-journey Sun, 02 Jul 2023 20:00:00 GMT The great construction company collapse: when your builder goes bust https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/construction-company-collapse The great Australian dream of home ownership is becoming a nightmare for would-be homeowners whose residential builders have recently gone bankrupt peter.swan@unsw.edu.au (Peter Swan) Regulation Real estate Markets Housing Consumers Finance Economy Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/construction-company-collapse Wed, 28 Jun 2023 14:00:00 GMT Building a greener future: how Lendlease manages sustainability https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-sustainability-carbon-lendlease Lendlease's sustainability framework covers a range of environmental and social impact focus areas that are core to its business operations shan.pan@unsw.edu.au (Shan-Ling Pan) Environment Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Business Strategy Innovation Energy Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-sustainability-carbon-lendlease Tue, 27 Jun 2023 14:00:00 GMT The changing role of data scientists: from astronaut to race-car driver https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/role-data-scientist To unlock commercial value from their data, businesses are scrambling to hire data scientists who are in short supply, write Amit Joshi, Magali Deloof and Henriëtte Hoving (I by IMD) Employee engagement Technology Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Employment Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/role-data-scientist Mon, 26 Jun 2023 14:00:00 GMT How leaders can develop strategic mindsets for uncertain times https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/problem-solving-strategic-mindsets-uncertain-times Leaders need to adopt a systematic six-fold approach to problem-solving in order to develop business strategies that will meet the challenges of uncertain times () Risk Corporate Governance Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Employment Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/problem-solving-strategic-mindsets-uncertain-times Sun, 25 Jun 2023 14:00:00 GMT Are rent freezes a viable solution for housing stress? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rent-freeze-viable-solution-housing-stress While rent freezes may appear beneficial for renters, addressing the root cause of housing stress requires an approach that goes beyond short-term solutions peter.swan@unsw.edu.au (Peter Swan) Population ageing Risk Social Impact Government Housing Data Politics Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rent-freeze-viable-solution-housing-stress Wed, 21 Jun 2023 20:00:00 GMT Behind the content moderation strategies of social media giants https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/content-moderation-strategies-social-media New research highlights the potential for enhanced accountability on the part of social media platforms to curb the spread of misinformation and harmful content online c.clune@unsw.edu.au (Conor Clune) Customer experience User experience Social Impact Policy Ethics Digital Privacy Social media Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/content-moderation-strategies-social-media Mon, 19 Jun 2023 20:00:00 GMT Relying on consultancies like PwC undermines government capacity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/consultants-public-service-pwc The growing use of external consultants to do government work has led to a “hollowing out” of the public service, writes UNSW Canberra's Helen Dickinson () Risk Policy Corporate Governance Ethics Government Management Business Strategy Politics Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/consultants-public-service-pwc Sun, 18 Jun 2023 14:00:00 GMT Four reasons organisations need an adaptive approach to leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/adaptive-leadership Organisations need a new operating model that will build capacity and democratise leadership to help employees adapt quickly to disruptive changes () Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/adaptive-leadership Wed, 14 Jun 2023 14:00:00 GMT The path towards Indigenous economic empowerment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indigenous-economic-empowerment Bridging the gap between traditional knowledge-based values and the modern capitalist model is critical to Indigenous economic empowerment (Wayne Bergmann) Social Impact Policy History Government Economy Regulation Diversity Equality Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indigenous-economic-empowerment Tue, 13 Jun 2023 20:00:00 GMT Blood & water: digital transformation and control of family businesses https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/transformation-control-family-businesses Family owners’ judicious investment strategies for digital transformation give their companies the edge over competitors in a hostile business environment (China Business Knowledge) Risk Corporate Governance Leadership Management Business Strategy Shareholders Employment Behaviour Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/transformation-control-family-businesses Mon, 12 Jun 2023 14:00:00 GMT Calculating risk and return in the new world of sovereign debt https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/risk-return-sovereign-debt-countries New research sheds light on how investors can enhance their sovereign bond market creditworthiness and risk assessments to ultimately achieve better market outcomes a.jeanneret@unsw.edu.au (Alexandre Jeanneret) Markets Government Investment Finance Risk Economy Economics Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/risk-return-sovereign-debt-countries Wed, 07 Jun 2023 14:00:00 GMT How should Australia capitalise on AI while reducing its risks? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-ai-government-risks The artificial intelligence boom means a multi-trillion dollar industry is coming into existence before our eyes, writes UNSW Sydney's Toby Walsh () Customer experience Risk Corporate Governance Ethics Digital Innovation Analytics Data Privacy Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-ai-government-risks Mon, 05 Jun 2023 14:00:00 GMT How successful organisations can hire and fire at the same time https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/successful-organisations-hire-fire As organisations shed staff from one part of the business while hiring for another, workforce tensions must be managed during this process, writes IMD's Lars Häggström (I by IMD) Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/successful-organisations-hire-fire Sun, 04 Jun 2023 14:00:00 GMT Does client 'importance' affect audit partner independence? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/client-importance-audit-partner-independence Recognising the potential threat to auditor independence posed by important clients is crucial for maintaining public trust in financial reporting j.coulton@unsw.edu.au (Jeff Coulton) Regulation Data Accounting Finance Tax Corporate Governance Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/client-importance-audit-partner-independence Wed, 31 May 2023 20:00:00 GMT Protecting your privacy: should AI write hospital discharge papers? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/protecting-privacy-ai-data With the next big shift in AI advancements just around the corner, businesses must ensure these new tools are ethical – before it’s too late (Lamont Tang) COVID-19 Technology Social Impact Policy Ethics Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/protecting-privacy-ai-data Mon, 29 May 2023 20:00:00 GMT Is it time for the last great superannuation reform? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/superannuation-retirement-lifetime-pensions The government as well as the superannuation and life insurance industries need to take action to improve the lifestyles of retirees while reducing the cost of the Age Pension a.asher@unsw.edu.au (Anthony Asher) Population ageing Regulation Politics Government Finance Risk Retirement Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/superannuation-retirement-lifetime-pensions Sun, 28 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT Three ways to help avoid burnout for shift workers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shift-volatility-burnout-shift-workers Just-in-time scheduling is great for employers but exhausting for employees, and scheduling alternatives can help firms reduce turnover and retain staff (Knowledge at Wharton) Health Employment Employee engagement Aged care Management Risk Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shift-volatility-burnout-shift-workers Wed, 24 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT The Voice already exists… just not everywhere https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/voice-already-exists Allowing Aboriginal communities to guide funding allocation is the fastest way to bridge the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, writes Ash Walker () Politics Government Equality Diversity Social Impact Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/voice-already-exists Mon, 22 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT The impact of COVID on gender inequality: what are the long-term consequences? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-gender-inequality-consequences The COVID pandemic impacted the careers of women and men differently, and there are important lessons in this for the future, writes UNSW Business School’s Karin Sanders k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) COVID-19 Employment Diversity Management Risk Human resources Gender https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-gender-inequality-consequences Sun, 21 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT Is paying top dollar for star talent really worth the investment? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/performance-hiring-demand-spotlight-personnel Research has found there are a number of key considerations when it comes to hiring highly paid sports and entertainment stars as well as leading talent in other industries h.vanheerde@unsw.edu.au (Harald van Heerde) Employment Customer experience Consumers Behaviour Risk Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/performance-hiring-demand-spotlight-personnel Wed, 17 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT Business AI: the game-changer in predicting and enhancing employee retention https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-predicting-employee-retention AI can help organisations anticipate employee turnover and significantly improve retention rates, write UNSW Business School's Andrew Dhaenens, Mary-Anne Williams and Karin Sanders a.dhaenens@unsw.edu.au (Andrew Dhaenens) Employee engagement Human resources Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Employment Behaviour Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-predicting-employee-retention Tue, 16 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT Who gained (and lost) working from home during the pandemic? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/employees-working-from-home-pandemic As hybrid working becomes entrenched in organisations, organisations would do well to tailor working practices to specific groups of employees sue.williamson@unsw.edu.au (Sue Williamson) COVID-19 Employee engagement Risk Human resources Leadership Management Psychology Health Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/employees-working-from-home-pandemic Mon, 15 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT Could decentralised identities put a stop to deepfakes? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/decentralised-identities-deepfakes A decentralised identity regime is a strong contender solution to the problem of increasingly convincing deepfakes, writes UNSW Business School's Eric Lim e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Privacy Data Analytics Digital Risk Ethics Artificial Intelligence Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/decentralised-identities-deepfakes Sun, 14 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT Deloitte’s Ellen Derrick: how passion and purpose beat self-doubt https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/deloitte-ellen-derrick-passion-purpose-beat-self-doubt Imposter syndrome remains a common phenomenon even at the highest executive level. Deloitte’s Ellen Derrick explains how passion and purpose can help overcome your self-doubt n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Employee engagement Corporate Governance Leadership Digital Business Strategy Psychology Employment Marketing Behaviour Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/deloitte-ellen-derrick-passion-purpose-beat-self-doubt Wed, 10 May 2023 20:00:00 GMT Diplomacy resolves Australia-China barley dispute amid trade tensions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/diplomacy-australia-china-barley-trade-tensions Australia's abandoning its WTO case is a quicker path to getting barley back into China and a potential model for resolving other disputes, write Weihuan Zhou and James Laurenceson ( Weihuan Zhou) COVID-19 Security Corporate Governance Government Markets Economics Politics Economy Regulation Consumers China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/diplomacy-australia-china-barley-trade-tensions Tue, 09 May 2023 20:00:00 GMT In the co-pilot's seat: how AI is transforming healthcare https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-healthcare The broader adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) as a "co-pilot" for healthcare professionals will require humility, leadership and strong change management (Lamont Tang) Employee engagement Social Impact Leadership Government Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Health Start-ups Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-healthcare Tue, 09 May 2023 02:00:00 GMT Privacy and responsible AI https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-privacy-responsible-AI The Business of AI (episode 3): How can consumers and citizens safeguard their right to privacy when using AI, and how can businesses stay ahead of the AI privacy compliance curve? (Lamont Tang) Artificial Intelligence Privacy Business Strategy Corporate Governance Risk Ethics Innovation Technology Analytics Data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-privacy-responsible-AI Mon, 08 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT How can AI help healthcare? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-AI-healthcare The Business of AI (episode 2): At a time when healthcare workers are stretched to near breaking point, what role does AI have in augmenting natural skills and capabilities? (Lamont Tang) Business Strategy Corporate Governance Risk Ethics Artificial Intelligence Innovation Technology Analytics Data Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-AI-healthcare Mon, 08 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT The permanence paradox: why shareholder value always wins https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/permanence-paradox-shareholder-value The powerful ‘Big Three’ index funds managers will not protect their portfolio companies from hedge fund activists, writes Jerry Davis (I by IMD) Social Impact Corporate Governance Accounting Markets Economics Global Shareholders Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/permanence-paradox-shareholder-value Sun, 07 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT Four key strategies of successful fintech startups https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/strategies-successful-fintech-startups Most fintech startups will fail in the first five years. New UNSW Business School research reveals the strategies that distinguish successful fintechs from those that won’t make the cut (Barney Tan) Crowdsourcing Brands Employee engagement Customer experience User experience Risk Technology Social Impact Digital Business Strategy Innovation Banking Data Shareholders Economy Finance Start-ups Regulation Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/strategies-successful-fintech-startups Thu, 04 May 2023 20:00:00 GMT How ethical leadership creates responsible AI https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ethical-leadership-responsible-ai Artificial intelligence (AI) can only be as ethical and responsible as the humans who design, develop, and deploy it (Lamont Tang) User experience Technology Policy Ethics Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ethical-leadership-responsible-ai Tue, 02 May 2023 01:00:00 GMT What went wrong with First Republic Bank? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/first-republic-bank First Republic Bank has collapsed due to declining asset values and deposit flight. UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner examines what happens now M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Policy Corporate Governance Government Management Banking Shareholders Economy Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/first-republic-bank Tue, 02 May 2023 01:00:00 GMT Ethical AI – or ethical humans? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-ethical-AI The Business of AI (episode 1): AI and machine learning are already reshaping the way we live and work. How can leaders use it ethically? (Lamont Tang) Business Strategy Corporate Governance Risk Ethics Artificial Intelligence Innovation Technology Analytics Data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-ethical-AI Mon, 01 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT Should we convert empty offices to address housing shortages? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/office-buildings-housing-conversion Quality of life must lead office-to-residential conversions to ensure inequities are not built into our housing system () Real estate Housing Government Finance Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/office-buildings-housing-conversion Sun, 30 Apr 2023 14:00:00 GMT Have you given away business secrets on ChatGPT? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-secrets-chatgpt Curious about how ChatGPT can help you at work? Be careful what company information might be given away while experimenting, writes UNSW Business School's Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Privacy Data Analytics Corporate Governance Digital Risk Technology Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-secrets-chatgpt Wed, 26 Apr 2023 20:00:00 GMT Can virtual credit cards shield you against identity theft? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/virtual-credit-card-identity-theft While virtual credit cards are gaining popularity thanks to their added layer of security and ability to protect user data online, they also have limitations (Kam-Fung Cheung) Security Customer experience User experience Risk Technology Digital Innovation Data Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/virtual-credit-card-identity-theft Tue, 25 Apr 2023 20:00:00 GMT Is there a banking crisis, or just a market reshuffle? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/banking-crisis-risk Is the banking system in crisis? Not really, say two UNSW Business School experts – but there is cause for concern td.to@unsw.edu.au (Thuy Duong To) Commerce Risk Corporate Governance Markets Business Strategy Economics Banking Shareholders Economy Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/banking-crisis-risk Sun, 23 Apr 2023 14:00:00 GMT Six tips for accounting professionals to excel in a world with ChatGPT https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accounting-chatgpt-ai Accountants have an opportunity to ‘level up’ and become proactive and influential advisors to businesses and clients through the selective and smart use of AI p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Technology Accounting Digital Business Strategy Innovation Economics Analytics Data Finance Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accounting-chatgpt-ai Tue, 18 Apr 2023 14:00:00 GMT MilkRun: another nail in the 10-minute grocery delivery business model https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/milkrun-grocery-delivery-business-model Australian startup MilkRun may have attracted more than $85 million in venture capital, but it always had a challenging business model, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Start-ups Entrepreneurship Brands Business Strategy Risk Shareholders Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/milkrun-grocery-delivery-business-model Mon, 17 Apr 2023 20:00:00 GMT The productivity divide: how AI will separate the strong from the weak https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/productivity-divide-ai With the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), the skills and capabilities needed to thrive in the workforce are rapidly changing, writes UNSW Business School's Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Data Analytics Management Business Strategy Digital Technology Artificial Intelligence Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/productivity-divide-ai Sun, 16 Apr 2023 20:00:00 GMT How demonstrating vulnerability can improve diversity & inclusion https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/vulnerability-leaders-biases-diversity-inclusion Demonstrating vulnerability through role modeling and sharing stories are some of the most important ways leaders can help encourage diversity and inclusion () Equality Employment Diversity Management Social Impact Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/vulnerability-leaders-biases-diversity-inclusion Thu, 13 Apr 2023 20:00:00 GMT Xero Chair David Thodey: three tips to become an innovation leader https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/xero-chair-david-thodey-innovation-leader Skill development, risk-taking and passion combined with purpose are three key ingredients in the recipe for successful innovation Mary-Anne.Williams@unsw.edu.au (Mary-Anne Williams) Brands Technology Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Economy Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/xero-chair-david-thodey-innovation-leader Wed, 12 Apr 2023 20:00:00 GMT Can digital eye contact be as engaging as real eye contact? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-eye-contact-engaging If two people look at each other through a camera during a Zoom meeting, UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel asks, is this as powerful as physical eye contact? f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Social media Psychology Employee engagement Diversity Behaviour Digital Technology Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-eye-contact-engaging Tue, 11 Apr 2023 20:00:00 GMT Three ways data analytics will change the future of accounting https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accounting-data-analytics-future Data analytics is having a profound impact on the accounting profession, and now is the time for accountants to embrace technological change p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Technology Accounting Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Finance Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accounting-data-analytics-future Tue, 04 Apr 2023 14:00:00 GMT What are the key items on the global tax compliance agenda? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/global-tax-compliance-agenda The OECD’s crackdown on multinational tax avoidance schemes has been successful, with international agreements driving stronger tax compliance around the world () Cryptocurrency Risk Policy Gig economy Corporate Governance Ethics Accounting Government Economics Global Politics Tax Finance Law Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/global-tax-compliance-agenda Mon, 03 Apr 2023 14:00:00 GMT GMO food labelling: what works (and what doesn’t) for consumers? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/gmo-food-labeling-consumers When it comes to GMO food labelling, new research has found the type of label and policy regimes can significantly impact consumers’ willingness to pay sunah.kim@unsw.edu.au (SunAh Kim) Health Customer experience Consumers Advertising Marketing Behaviour Ethics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/gmo-food-labeling-consumers Sun, 02 Apr 2023 14:00:00 GMT App-solutely addicted: is your screen time impacting your health? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/phone-addiction-apps-impact-health Our addiction to smartphone apps could be affecting our health negatively, leading to issues like sleep deprivation, says a UNSW Business School technology expert e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) User experience Technology Social Impact Digital Analytics Data Health Social media Behaviour Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/phone-addiction-apps-impact-health Thu, 30 Mar 2023 20:00:00 GMT The future of the economy with AMP's Diana Mousina https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/future-economy-amp-diana-mousina Diana Mousina, Senior Economist at AMP, discusses what's in store for the economy, careers in economics and how to improve gender diversity in the finance industry () Markets Investment Finance Risk Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/future-economy-amp-diana-mousina Tue, 28 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT How sunk costs affect firms’ investment decisions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sunk-costs-investment-decisions Research has found companies systematically fail to ignore “sunk costs” in losing ventures, which leads to significant investment distortions (Knowledge at Wharton) Investment Finance Corporate Governance Management Business Strategy Risk Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sunk-costs-investment-decisions Mon, 27 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT KPMG’s Chelsea Watt on six ways to succeed in a hybrid workplace https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/kpmg-chelsea-watt-hybrid-workplace There are a number of important ways to stand out and succeed in hybrid workplaces, which have become the standard working arrangement in many organisations () Asia-Pacific Employment Employee engagement Management Social Impact Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/kpmg-chelsea-watt-hybrid-workplace Sun, 26 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT CSI’s Danielle Logue on how to best invest for social impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investing-social-impact-csi-danielle-logue Governments, businesses and not-for-profits need to work together on real solutions that address pressing social and environmental issues (Danielle Logue) Environment Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Government Markets Crowdfunding Politics Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investing-social-impact-csi-danielle-logue Thu, 23 Mar 2023 19:00:00 GMT WSP's Guy Templeton: navigating challenging market conditions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/wsp-guy-templeton-ESG-supply-chain-skill-shortages Guy Templeton, CEO of WSP Asia Pacific, explains how the firm is managing a range of challenges including ESG compliance, supply chain risks and skill shortages f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Risk Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/wsp-guy-templeton-ESG-supply-chain-skill-shortages Tue, 21 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT How compassionate leaders improve business performance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/kindness-motivation-business-performance Measuring leaders’ empathetic qualities against employee motivation is one way to quantify its impact on business performance, write IMD's Paolo Cervini and Gabriele Rosani (I by IMD) Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/kindness-motivation-business-performance Sun, 19 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT Five ways to protect your data and prevent identity theft https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/five-ways-protect-data-identity-theft So you've got that dreaded message saying your data's been leaked. Now what? Two UNSW experts explain how to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft () Brands Employee engagement Risk Technology Digital Data Privacy Employment Social media https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/five-ways-protect-data-identity-theft Wed, 15 Mar 2023 19:00:00 GMT Charting a new course for university education in the age of ChatGPT https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/university-education-chatgpt With the advent of ChatGPT, now is the time for universities to embark on a grand new adventure, write UNSW Business School's Chona Ryan, Christine Van Toorn, Eric Lim, Michael Cahalane and Sam Kirshner chona.ryan@unsw.edu.au (Chona Ryan) Technology Social Impact Ethics Digital Innovation Data Behaviour Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/university-education-chatgpt Tue, 14 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT Three reasons Silicon Valley Bank failed (and what happens next) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/reasons-silicon-valley-bank-failed Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) has collapsed. UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner explains how this happened and what to expect next M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Risk Corporate Governance Accounting Government Economics Banking Shareholders Finance Start-ups Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/reasons-silicon-valley-bank-failed Sun, 12 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT The superannuation tax grab is neither “modest” nor sensible https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/superannuation-tax-grab Plans to apply an extra tax on those with more than $3 million in superannuation are based on class warfare, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Superannuation Politics Banking Finance Retirement Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/superannuation-tax-grab Wed, 08 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT How women can adapt for success in performance evaluations https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/women-adapt-performance-evaluations New research has found women who exhibit adaptive behaviour in their work teams are rewarded at the time of performance reviews c.g.collins@unsw.edu.au (Catherine Collins) Employee engagement Human resources Leadership Management Psychology Employment Diversity Behaviour Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/women-adapt-performance-evaluations Tue, 07 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT How to detect and deter customer misbehaviour on social media https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/customer-misbehaviour-social-media Research finds companies should consider actively intervening when customers misbehave in online communities (China Business Knowledge) Customer experience Risk Technology Digital Data Social media Marketing Behaviour Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/customer-misbehaviour-social-media Tue, 07 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT How will Australia transition to renewable energy? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-transition-renewable-energy The transition to renewable and equitable energy is essential, not optional. What has to happen for the lights to go out on fossil fuels? k.ignatieva@unsw.edu.au (Katja Ignatieva) Risk Technology Social Impact Policy Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Energy Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-transition-renewable-energy Sun, 05 Mar 2023 19:00:00 GMT Burning up: what will we do when the energy runs out? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-energy-supply-chain-evergen The Business of Supply (episode 3): Today, energy markets are in a state of intense flux. How can leaders inside and outside the energy sector best keep up, and plan for the secure future of their industry? k.ignatieva@unsw.edu.au (Katja Ignatieva) Business Strategy Trade Corporate Governance Risk Global Energy Economics Environment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-energy-supply-chain-evergen Sun, 05 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT Developments in accounting for digital assets: a lost opportunity? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accounting-digital-assets Accounting standards for digital assets need to go further than just cryptocurrencies, writes UNSW Business School's Andrew Jackson a.b.jackson@unsw.edu.au (Andrew Jackson) Cryptocurrency Commerce Technology Policy Accounting Digital Analytics Data Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accounting-digital-assets Wed, 01 Mar 2023 13:00:00 GMT What do officers and directors really need to know about ESG? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/directors-officers-esg-compliance Officers and directors need to assess whether environmental or social initiatives offer a positive net present value, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Regulation Environment Investment Corporate Governance Social Impact Risk Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/directors-officers-esg-compliance Tue, 28 Feb 2023 19:00:00 GMT Three useful things for educators to know about ChatGPT https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chatgpt-education-students-learning-AI Students require the ability to discern between what AI tools like ChatGPT can produce and the critical thinking necessary for good-quality work s.kirshner@unsw.edu.au (Sam Kirshner) User experience Digital Risk Technology Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chatgpt-education-students-learning-AI Mon, 27 Feb 2023 19:00:00 GMT How sustainable are the links in the world’s food supply chains? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainable-food-supply-chains The resilience and sustainability of food supply chains are increasingly important in the face of challenges such as climate change and geopolitical shocks michele.roberts@unsw.edu.au (Michele Roberts) Health Environment Customer experience Social Impact Risk Ethics Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainable-food-supply-chains Sun, 26 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT Disrupting the food chain https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-food-supply-chain-vow The Business of Supply (episode 2): It's rare that we look down at our plates and consider where our food comes from – that is until it’s gone michele.roberts@unsw.edu.au (Michele Roberts) Leadership Management Business Strategy Trade Corporate Governance Risk Ethics Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-food-supply-chain-vow Sun, 26 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT Inside Roblox's blueprint for disruptive innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/roblox-disruptive-innovation Roblox’s recipe of simple fun for the masses highlights the flaws in Meta’s more sophisticated approach for high-value customer segments, writes IMD's Howard H. Yu (I by IMD) Brands User experience Technology VR Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Marketing Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/roblox-disruptive-innovation Wed, 22 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT Bard, Bing and Baidu: how big tech's AI race will transform search https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/google-bing-search-ai With Google, Microsoft and Baidu competing for search engine market share, AI will forever change how we interact with computers, writes UNSW Sydney's Toby Walsh () Entrepreneurship Data Analytics Digital Technology Innovation Global Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/google-bing-search-ai Tue, 21 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT How the hunt for talent changes the labour market power balance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/talent-balance-global-labour-market-power A looming showdown in the labour market is producing both winners and losers, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Labour relations Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/talent-balance-global-labour-market-power Mon, 20 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT Three critical steps to an ethical and sustainable supply chain https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ethical-sustainable-supply-chain Supply chain risk management has come into sharp focus with increased demand for ethical and sustainable supply chains from consumers, regulators and shareholders michele.roberts@unsw.edu.au (Michele Roberts) Brands Risk Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Ethics Business Strategy Labour relations Data Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ethical-sustainable-supply-chain Sun, 19 Feb 2023 19:00:00 GMT How ethical is your supply chain? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-ethical-supply-chain-givvable The Business of Supply (episode 1): Advances in regulation, law reform, and technology have greatly enhanced our capacity to create ethical and sustainable business practices. michele.roberts@unsw.edu.au (Michele Roberts) Leadership Management Business Strategy Trade Corporate Governance Risk Ethics Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-ethical-supply-chain-givvable Sun, 19 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT How do shareholder votes enhance a company's CSR performance? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shareholder-csr-committee A new study shines a light on the importance of CSR committees and reveals how shareholder votes play an influential role in improving CSR performance g.monroe@unsw.edu.au (Gary Monroe) Government Environment Employee engagement Corporate Governance Management Social Impact Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shareholder-csr-committee Wed, 15 Feb 2023 19:00:00 GMT How AI can help solve the pressing problems of banking and finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/fintech-problems-banking-finance The UNSW FinTech AI Innovation Consortium is a groundbreaking industry-led research group spearheaded by leading AI academics at UNSW Sydney e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Technology Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Banking Data Finance Regulation Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/fintech-problems-banking-finance Tue, 14 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT Why the key to bridging Australia's gender pay gap lies in statistics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-gender-pay-gap-statistics Australia's new pay equality law may undermine efforts to close the gender gap because of a reliance on bad statistics, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Accounting Leadership Government Management Data Employment Regulation Diversity Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-gender-pay-gap-statistics Mon, 13 Feb 2023 19:00:00 GMT What technology skills are needed to future-proof business? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/technology-skills-business From soft skills to data management, how can organisations ensure employees have the capabilities they need to future-proof their business? (Barney Tan) Employee engagement Risk Technology Gig economy Human resources Leadership Management Digital Analytics Labour relations Data Employment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/technology-skills-business Sun, 12 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT Tens of thousands have been laid off in tech: what will happen next? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/laid-off-tech-talent Over 85,000 workers in tech have been laid off so far in 2023. So, what does this mean for the industry – and the wider economy? (Barney Tan) Gig economy Employment Employee engagement Corporate Governance Management Digital Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/laid-off-tech-talent Wed, 08 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT The end of ‘made in China’? Five ways to cut supply chain risks https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-production-supply-chain COVID outbreaks and geopolitical tensions underscore the urgent need to look beyond costs and diversify production to alternative locations, writes IMD's Carlos Cordon (I by IMD) COVID-19 Brands Customer experience User experience Business Strategy Global Economy Start-ups Regulation China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-production-supply-chain Mon, 06 Feb 2023 20:00:00 GMT Short selling Adani: how Hindenburg Research triggered the price plunge https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/short-selling-adani-hindenburg There are legal and ethical questions that need to be asked about Hindenburg Research's report into Adani Group, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Risk Corporate Governance Ethics Markets Global Shareholders Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/short-selling-adani-hindenburg Mon, 06 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT How has Airbnb’s "live and work anywhere" policy really worked? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/airbnb-live-work-anywhere-policy Organisations have struggled to adapt to workplace change in recent times, but Airbnb is one company that has successfully adopted a “live and work from anywhere” policy  n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) COVID-19 Brands Employee engagement Human resources Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Global Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/airbnb-live-work-anywhere-policy Sun, 05 Feb 2023 13:00:00 GMT How FTX Australia was able to claim it was 'ASIC-licenced' https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ftx-australia-asic-licenced FTX's licence didn’t extend to trading in cryptocurrencies and had been granted to a firm FTX took over rather than FTX itself, explains UNSW Business School's Pamela Hanrahan p.hanrahan@unsw.edu.au (Pamela Hanrahan) Brands Security Cryptocurrency Customer experience User experience Risk Technology Policy Government Digital Business Strategy Analytics Data Finance Regulation Investment Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ftx-australia-asic-licenced Wed, 01 Feb 2023 19:00:00 GMT A simple intervention that can reduce employee turnover https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/workload-quitting-turnover Managers who want to keep employees from quitting should consider reordering their tasks, according to Wharton management professor Maurice Schweitzer (Knowledge at Wharton) Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/workload-quitting-turnover Tue, 31 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT The future’s got (tech) talent https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-future-talent-technology-microsoft The Business of Work (episode 3): What will the future of work look like in a world increasingly dominated by technology? (Barney Tan) Employee engagement Technology Human resources Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Analytics Data Employment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-future-talent-technology-microsoft Mon, 30 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT Five ways to entice employees back into the office https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/employees-office-hybrid-work Business leaders looking to retain top talent must create enticing hybrid work environments that meet workers' needs for autonomy, support and genuine connection k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Employee engagement Technology Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Data Employment Diversity Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/employees-office-hybrid-work Sun, 29 Jan 2023 19:00:00 GMT How to build a culture that attracts and retains talented staff https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-culture-attracts-retains-talent-airbnb The Business of Work (episode 2): It’s always been vital to build a company culture that attracts and retains talented employees. n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Employment Employee engagement Diversity Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-culture-attracts-retains-talent-airbnb Sun, 29 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT The work of making hybrid work, work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-making-hybrid-work-mirvac The Business of Work (episode 1): It’s been almost three years since office workers were told to pack up our laptops and head home. Is working from home working for business? k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Employee engagement Human resources Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Psychology Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leadership-podcast-making-hybrid-work-mirvac Sun, 29 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT Are you a shapeshifter? What this style of leadership says about you https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shapeshifter-leadership-style The ability to ‘shapeshift’ in an agile working world is an increasingly important skill for leaders and also has the potential to deliver optimal results in the workplace () Leadership Technology Business Strategy Behaviour Employment Employee engagement Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shapeshifter-leadership-style Thu, 26 Jan 2023 19:00:00 GMT Why do central banks often get their forecasts wrong? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/central-banks-forecasts While central banks certainly have a difficult job, they do make life more challenging for themselves, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Risk Policy Markets Economics Banking Data Global Economy Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/central-banks-forecasts Thu, 26 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT Do landlords (and their tax agents) lead in tax evasion and cheating? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/landlords-tax-agents-income-tax-non-compliance The residential rental property sector is plagued by heavy and persistent non-compliance when it comes to tax deductions, writes UNSW Business School's Dale Boccabella d.boccabella@unsw.edu.au (Dale Boccabella) Risk Policy Real estate Accounting Government Tax Finance Law Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/landlords-tax-agents-income-tax-non-compliance Tue, 24 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT Is big business threatening your venture capital funded start-up? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/venture-capital-startup Venture capital investors can adopt a number of strategies to strengthen their start-up investments in the face of competition from cashed-up corporates () Risk Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Economics Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/venture-capital-startup Mon, 23 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT Could decentralised identities stop cybersecurity breaches? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/decentralised-identity-cybersecurity With a number of recent cybersecurity breaches, UNSW Business School's Eric Lim examines whether a decentralised identity system could thwart future cyberattacks e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Security Data Corporate Governance Digital Risk Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/decentralised-identity-cybersecurity Sun, 22 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT Microsoft's Yasminka Nemet: the skills needed for digital resilience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/microsoft-yasminka-nemet-skills-digital-resilience Non-technical skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity and collaboration play a crucial role in fostering digital resilience yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) Brands Employee engagement Customer experience Risk Technology Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Employment Start-ups Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/microsoft-yasminka-nemet-skills-digital-resilience Wed, 18 Jan 2023 19:00:00 GMT Want a pay rise in the new year? Here are three tips for career success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pay-rise-new-year-career-success Depending on your age and years of experience, taking on lateral job opportunities (as opposed to waiting for a promotion) may hold the key to your long-term career success k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Employment Employee engagement Consumers Corporate Governance Management Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pay-rise-new-year-career-success Tue, 17 Jan 2023 19:00:00 GMT How the ball and chain of COVID debt impacts Australians https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-debt-australian The amount of national debt per Australian has increased more than tenfold to $34,107 at the end of 2022, and this will impact Australians in a number of ways gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) COVID-19 Government Budget Finance Risk Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-debt-australian Mon, 16 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT How an agile mindset can change your career for good: Rob Chan https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/agile-mindset-change-career-good Being "agile" at work means adapting to a new environment, but it can also mean the difference between a job that is "good enough" and a fulfilling, purpose-driven career () COVID-19 Employee engagement Customer experience Leadership Digital Business Strategy Data Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/agile-mindset-change-career-good Sun, 15 Jan 2023 19:00:00 GMT Does blockchain have a future in supply chains? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/blockchain-future-supply-chains Blockchain implementation in the global supply chain seems to have reached an impasse, writes IMD's Ralf W. Seifert (I by IMD) Cryptocurrency Customer experience Risk Social Impact Digital Markets Currency Innovation Data Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/blockchain-future-supply-chains Wed, 11 Jan 2023 19:00:00 GMT Should Australia tax the windfall profits of energy companies? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/windfall-tax-profits-energy Levying windfall taxes on energy companies reflects a poor understanding of business practices and economic cycles, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Policy Corporate Governance Government Markets Politics Shareholders Energy Economy Tax Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/windfall-tax-profits-energy Tue, 10 Jan 2023 19:00:00 GMT Why the ability to write well is the most underrated skill https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/writing-skill-ai Artificial intelligence will not spell the end of writing skills; rather, the career advantage for the gifted writer only increases, writes UNSW Business School's Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Social media Employment Employee engagement Data Marketing Business Strategy Digital Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/writing-skill-ai Mon, 09 Jan 2023 19:00:00 GMT Australia’s COVID response cost 68 times more than benefits delivered https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-lockdowns-government-policy-analysis Why have the federal and state governments of Australia conspicuously failed to provide a cost-benefit analysis of their COVID-era policies? gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) COVID-19 Politics Government Budget Risk Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-lockdowns-government-policy-analysis Tue, 03 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT A dozen evidence-based ways to nail your goals this year https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/evidence-based-ways-nail-goals Feeling pumped to turn your New Year’s resolutions into your new reality? Peter Heslin, Ute-Christine Klehe and Lauren Keating explain how goal enablers can assist heslin@unsw.edu.au (Peter Heslin) Psychology Behaviour Social Impact Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/evidence-based-ways-nail-goals Mon, 02 Jan 2023 13:00:00 GMT What are the three biggest challenges facing organisations? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-challenge-research-organisations The UNSW Business Insights Institute helps organisations solve complex challenges by linking them to academics and providing them with access to novel research insights b.hastings@unsw.edu.au (Bradley Hastings) COVID-19 Employee engagement Risk Technology Social Impact Policy Human resources Corporate Governance Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Economics Data Employment Behaviour Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-challenge-research-organisations Sun, 18 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT Do fund managers need to consider ESG when investing? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/fund-managers-esg ESG is merely one of many factors that might influence whether an investment is attractive, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Risk Environment Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Markets Economics Shareholders Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/fund-managers-esg Wed, 14 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT Can machines invent things? AI reveals the answer is 'yes' https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/machines-invent-things-ai AI is transforming the process of invention and careful thought needs to be given to how the innovation system adapts, writes UNSW Sydney's Toby Walsh and Alexandra George () Customer experience Technology Social Impact Policy Leadership Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Economy Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/machines-invent-things-ai Tue, 13 Dec 2022 19:00:00 GMT Is it normal to be super stressed at work before the holidays? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stressed-work-holidays As workers rush to finish up outstanding tasks before the end of the year, it is not uncommon for "holiday burnout" to set in a.dhaenens@unsw.edu.au (Andrew Dhaenens) Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Risk Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stressed-work-holidays Sun, 11 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT When corporate philanthropy keeps staff happy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-companies-philanthropy-employees Research shows that firms which align their philanthropy efforts with the values of workers may benefit from lower turnover (China Business Knowledge) Employee engagement Environment Social Impact Human resources Corporate Governance Leadership Management Global Employment Behaviour Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-companies-philanthropy-employees Tue, 06 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT Demand fulfilment: a key to supply chain management sustainability https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainability-supply-chain-management Location and lead time affect inventory management and stock levels, and can even lead to overproduction and extreme waste in supply chain operations s.kirshner@unsw.edu.au (Sam Kirshner) Risk Technology Policy Corporate Governance Management Innovation Data Global Employment Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainability-supply-chain-management Mon, 05 Dec 2022 19:00:00 GMT How did COVID-19 impact global stock market liquidity? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-stock-market-liquidity The COVID-19 pandemic exposed one of the major issues faced by global equity market makers: a downward liquidity spiral exacerbated by an increase in margin requirements amy.kwan@unsw.edu.au (Amy Kwan) COVID-19 Risk Markets Economics Banking Global Shareholders Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-stock-market-liquidity Sun, 04 Dec 2022 13:00:00 GMT Are big tech companies victims of their own success? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-tech-companies-victims-success The world’s largest technology companies have delivered stellar growth but the good times may prove their eventual undoing, says IMD’s Mike Wade (I by IMD) Brands Technology Management Business Strategy Innovation Economics Analytics Data Global Social media Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-tech-companies-victims-success Tue, 29 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT Why the collapse of crypto exchange FTX is worse than Enron https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/collapse-crypto-ftx-enron Crypto exchange FTX has collapsed in spectacular fashion thanks to a complete failure of corporate controls, writes UNSW Business School’s Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Cryptocurrency Regulation Investment Accounting Finance Corporate Governance Risk Ethics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/collapse-crypto-ftx-enron Mon, 28 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT Has Deliveroo “done a Foodora” in exiting Australia? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/deliveroo-foodora-australia Deliveroo’s decision to exit Australia’s food delivery services platform market has a number of important implications for workers in the sector greig.taylor@unsw.edu.au (Greig Taylor) Gig economy Regulation Employee engagement Employment Brands Corporate Governance Risk Ethics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/deliveroo-foodora-australia Mon, 28 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT No time to waste: how Australia can ditch landfill https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/waste-australia-landfill-recycling Emerging recycling technologies offer sustainable solutions to landfills and promote a circular economy () Environment Entrepreneurship Consumers Investment Social Impact Economy Energy Government https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/waste-australia-landfill-recycling Thu, 24 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT KPMG Chair Alison Kitchen: how accounting can improve ESG impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/kpmg-alison-kitchen-accounting-esg As ESG reporting and disclosure become increasingly important, accountants can play an important role in measuring and driving sustainability outcomes p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Risk Environment Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Accounting Business Strategy Economics Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/kpmg-alison-kitchen-accounting-esg Tue, 22 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT This start-up calculator can predict the employment impact of recessions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/startup-calculator-employment-recessions By measuring employment at start-ups across different recessionary scenarios, researchers have been able to predict the potential economic impact of future pandemics (Petr Sedlacek) COVID-19 Risk Social Impact Policy Government Economy Finance Start-ups Regulation Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/startup-calculator-employment-recessions Mon, 21 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT Is modern slavery in your supply chain? Business is failing to act https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/modern-slavery-supply-chain-business Australia's Modern Slavery Act requires businesses to report on the risks of modern slavery in their supply chains, but a new report has found these measures are failing () Brands Environment Social Impact Gig economy Ethics Business Strategy Labour relations Employment Economy Regulation Diversity Equality Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/modern-slavery-supply-chain-business Sun, 20 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT Mike Cannon-Brookes shakes up AGL's board of directors. What's next? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mike-cannon-brookes-agl-australia Mike Cannon-Brookes has succeeded in overtaking AGL's board of directors, and that's just the beginning, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Risk Environment Corporate Governance Government Markets Shareholders Energy Economy Finance Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mike-cannon-brookes-agl-australia Wed, 16 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT Should online platforms share market data with sellers? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/online-platforms-share-market-data-sellers Online platforms can maximise profits through the judicious sharing of information and offering incentives to set prices that match its goals (China Business Knowledge) Customer experience User experience Commerce Risk Technology Digital Data Privacy Global Consumers China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/online-platforms-share-market-data-sellers Tue, 15 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT Meet the CEO with Shemara Wikramanayake, CEO of Macquarie Group https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shemara-wikramanayake-ceo-macquarie-group Shemara Wikramanayake, CEO of Macquarie Group, discusses her approach to leadership, building diverse and high-performing teams and how to create a purpose-driven career () Customer experience Risk Asia-Pacific Corporate Governance Leadership Markets Business Strategy Innovation Banking Shareholders Employment Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shemara-wikramanayake-ceo-macquarie-group Mon, 14 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT Why it’s so important to make people feel like they matter https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/important-make-people-feel-like-they-matter With the shift to hybrid work, people have become alienated from their work because they feel anonymous and invisible, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/important-make-people-feel-like-they-matter Mon, 14 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT Why Meta shareholders can do little about Mark Zuckerberg https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mark-zuckerberg-Meta-shareholders Meta's business performance and Mark Zuckerberg's sacking 11,000 workers are cautionary tales for shareholders, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Employee engagement Customer experience Risk Technology Social Impact Digital Data Global Shareholders Employment Social media Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mark-zuckerberg-Meta-shareholders Sun, 13 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT Microsoft’s Lee Hickin on digital resilience beyond cybersecurity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/microsoft-lee-hickin-digital-resilience-cybersecurity Building digital resilience starts with solid foundations and human capabilities – before investing in new technologies, says Microsoft’s Lee Hickin yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) Security Customer experience Technology Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/microsoft-lee-hickin-digital-resilience-cybersecurity Wed, 09 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT Workplace surveillance: should employers be using 'bossware'? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/workplace-surveillance-employers-monitor-workers While more than 500 workplace surveillance technologies have been created to monitor workers, Jerry Davis asks if there are other ways to ensure efficiency and compliance (I by IMD) COVID-19 Security Employee engagement Corporate Governance Leadership Business Strategy Psychology Data Employment Social media Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/workplace-surveillance-employers-monitor-workers Tue, 08 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT What happens to the economy if people can't pay their home loans? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economy-home-loans As Australia sees mortgage stress and other cost-of-living pressures rise, can it avoid the financial impact that is currently being seen in the UK and US? kristle.cortes@unsw.edu.au (Kristle Romero-Cortés) Risk Policy Gig economy Real estate Insurance Government Markets Housing Banking Economy Law Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economy-home-loans Mon, 07 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT The privatisation of Australia’s container ports has failed miserably https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-container-ports-privatisation-productivity Federal and state governments need to take three steps to stem the economic damage caused the failed privatisation of Australia’s major container ports greig.taylor@unsw.edu.au (Greig Taylor) Commerce Risk Policy Corporate Governance Government Global Politics Regulation Investment Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-container-ports-privatisation-productivity Sun, 06 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT Contactile Co-Founder Heba Khamis on giving robots a human sense of touch https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/contactile-heba-khamis-robots Contactile CEO and Co-Founder Dr Heba Khamis explains how to turn a research idea into a profitable business () Start-ups Crowdsourcing COVID-19 Technology Social Impact Business Strategy Innovation Investment Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/contactile-heba-khamis-robots Wed, 02 Nov 2022 19:00:00 GMT Why Rishi Sunak has his work cut out for him https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rishi-sunak-australia-uk Rishi Sunak has inherited a mess and it will be a tough challenge to restore the UK’s economic credibility, writes UNSW Business School’s Mark-Humphery Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Trade Politics Government Finance Economy Policy Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rishi-sunak-australia-uk Tue, 01 Nov 2022 13:00:00 GMT How likely is a US recession? About 75 per cent https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/US-global-recession A growing number of economists are predicting a US recession is on the cards, which could have a potentially significant effect on the Australian and global economies k.saxena@unsw.edu.au (Konark Saxena) Policy Government Markets Economics Politics Employment Economy Finance Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/US-global-recession Mon, 31 Oct 2022 19:00:00 GMT Labor's budget leaves Australians short-changed on climate action https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/labor-budget-australians-climate-action While initiatives in Labor's federal budget should be applauded, many Australians want more action on climate change, writes UNSW Business School's Timothy Neal timothy.neal@unsw.edu.au (Timothy Neal) COVID-19 Regulation Superannuation Risk Environment Policy Corporate Governance Ethics Government Markets Data Budget Politics Energy Economy Finance Investment Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/labor-budget-australians-climate-action Sun, 30 Oct 2022 19:00:00 GMT Reach Robotics' Mark Sproule on hiring talent in an automated world https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/reach-robotics-mark-sproule Robotics companies need a special kind of talent to develop robots that operate in harsh environments and remove people from harm’s way (Maureen Murphy) Start-ups Entrepreneurship Management Business Strategy Digital Risk Technology Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/reach-robotics-mark-sproule Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT What Meta can learn from the ‘New Coke’ debacle https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/meta-new-coke Much like “New Coke”, Meta is alienating users by fixing a product that did not need fixing, writes UNSW Business School’s Associate Professor Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Brands Customer experience User experience Technology Digital Business Strategy Innovation Social media Regulation Marketing Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/meta-new-coke Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:00:00 GMT Healing intergenerational trauma through meaningful work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/intergenerational-trauma-work-indigenous-australians Creating employment opportunities for Indigenous Australians is how Ngalawa Nura Founder and Director Brendan Thomas disrupts the cycle of multi-generational trauma () Social Impact Leadership Management Employment Start-ups Diversity Equality Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/intergenerational-trauma-work-indigenous-australians Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT What's behind the rise and return of the middle manager? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rise-return-middle-manager It’s time to re-evaluate the middle manager because the empirical evidence for their added value is overwhelming, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Employee engagement Human resources Corporate Governance Leadership Management Business Strategy Employment Behaviour Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rise-return-middle-manager Sun, 23 Oct 2022 19:00:00 GMT Deloitte CEO Adam Powick on how to attract and retain the best talent https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/deloitte-adam-powick-work-talent Adam Powick, CEO of Deloitte Australia, says the firm has taken a number of significant steps to remain competitive in the new world of work julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) COVID-19 Employee engagement Risk Technology Corporate Governance Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Economics Data Employment Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/deloitte-adam-powick-work-talent Wed, 19 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT What Australians did with their superannuation when COVID struck https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/withdrawers-superannuation-covid Five million Australians withdrew a collective $36 billion from their superannuation savings through COVID, write UNSW Sydney’s Nathan Wang-Ly and Ben Newell () COVID-19 Superannuation Social Impact Policy Government Economics Retirement Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/withdrawers-superannuation-covid Tue, 18 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT How the changing fortunes of politicians impact supply chains https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/political-leader-supply-chains-multinational-corporations Supply chain leaders in multinational corporations need to manage risks associated with political leadership changes in countries where operations could be disrupted c.dong@unsw.edu.au (Maggie Chuoyan Dong) Risk Asia-Pacific Government Markets Business Strategy Global Politics Regulation Investment Trade China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/political-leader-supply-chains-multinational-corporations Mon, 17 Oct 2022 19:00:00 GMT Sample size matters: do people pay attention to how big a study is? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sample-size-study Journalists and business leaders need to be careful about misleading others when it comes to broadcasting research findings based on small studies siran.zhan@unsw.edu.au (Siran Zhan) COVID-19 Data Consumers Social Impact Policy Digital Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sample-size-study Sun, 16 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT The next frontier of AI in marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-marketing-CMOs Chief marketing officers (CMOs) need to learn how to use AI to drive wholesale change in their marketing strategies, writes IMD's Amit Joshi (I by IMD) Brands Customer experience Technology Digital Innovation Analytics Data Social media Marketing Artificial Intelligence Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-marketing-CMOs Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT Should billionaires drive company policy? Even if they’re doing good? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mike-cannon-brookes-AGL-company-directors The case of AGL and Mike Cannon-Brookes demonstrates why a billionaire cannot dictate company policy or influence individual directors, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Risk Social Impact Corporate Governance Leadership Markets Business Strategy Economics Shareholders Economy Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mike-cannon-brookes-AGL-company-directors Tue, 11 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT "Burn and mint": the best approach to launching an ICO? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/burn-mint-coins-ico There is one particular approach to launching ICOs for blockchain-based start-up projects that strikes the right balance for potential investors richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Cryptocurrency Risk Technology Digital Currency Innovation Regulation Marketing Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/burn-mint-coins-ico Tue, 11 Oct 2022 06:00:00 GMT What are the legal and tax complications of side hustles? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/legal-tax-complications-side-hustles More Australians are now taking on a second job to relieve cost of living pressures. But is the extra money worth the amount of tax payable and time it takes up? d.boccabella@unsw.edu.au (Dale Boccabella) Gig economy Regulation Law Entrepreneurship Employment Management Business Strategy Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/legal-tax-complications-side-hustles Mon, 10 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT Why it’s unwise to make long-term labour market forecasts https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/long-term-labour-market-forecasts Pundits make long-term forecasts about global labour market trends at their own peril, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Employee engagement Policy Gig economy Human resources Management Labour relations Global Employment Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/long-term-labour-market-forecasts Sun, 09 Oct 2022 19:00:00 GMT It looks like Elon Musk will acquire Twitter after all https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/elon-musk-acquire-twitter-after-all There are several possibilities why Elon Musk is reviving his Twitter takeover which may finally draw to a close, writes UNSW Business School’s Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Brands Corporate Governance Digital Global Shareholders Social media Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/elon-musk-acquire-twitter-after-all Wed, 05 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT Following on from a founder in the family business https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/founder-family-business Taking control of the family business provides opportunities to innovate while benefiting from the company’s historical approach to success, writes IMD's Alfredo De Massis (I by IMD) Entrepreneurship Employment Consumers Customer experience Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/founder-family-business Tue, 04 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT How to manage supply shortages in the face of unexpected events https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supply-shortages-purchase-limits Companies that face supply chain disruptions can use a sliding scale purchase limit model to adjust prices while ensuring adequate supply during shortages jihwan.moon@unsw.edu.au (Jihwan Moon) COVID-19 Trade Customer experience Consumers Brands Social Impact Risk Commerce https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supply-shortages-purchase-limits Mon, 03 Oct 2022 13:00:00 GMT Australia should adopt 'gold standard' in data laws after Optus leak https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-data-laws-optus-leak The Australian government needs to overhaul privacy and security standards to provide more protection for consumers in the wake of the Optus data breach () Brands Security Customer experience User experience Risk Corporate Governance Government Digital Data Privacy Law Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-data-laws-optus-leak Thu, 29 Sep 2022 20:00:00 GMT Should mandatory quarterly reporting be scrapped? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mandatory-quarterly-reporting As regulators worldwide contemplate the necessity of mandatory quarterly reporting, it is important to consider the potential impact on investor confidence and firm value () Data Analytics Finance Corporate Governance Management Shareholders Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mandatory-quarterly-reporting Wed, 28 Sep 2022 20:00:00 GMT Does ‘quiet quitting’ really deserve our attention? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/quiet-quitting-attention The trend of "quiet quitting" probably hasn’t much substance, but its media popularity suggests it captures the zeitgeist, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Psychology Employment Employee engagement Behaviour Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/quiet-quitting-attention Mon, 26 Sep 2022 14:00:00 GMT Saving through spending for retirement: can it be done? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/saving-through-spending-for-retirement A new way to structure superannuation contributions could become standard practice in some developed countries j.piggott@unsw.edu.au (John Piggott) Population ageing Aged care Social Impact Retirement Policy Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/saving-through-spending-for-retirement Sun, 25 Sep 2022 20:00:00 GMT Are companies illegally collecting third-party data to profile you? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/companies-third-party-data Many companies generally ignore that it is illegal for them to buy or exchange consumers’ personal data for profiling or targeting purposes, writes Katharine Kemp () User experience Risk Technology Government Digital Analytics Data Privacy Law Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/companies-third-party-data Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:00:00 GMT Are service robots suitable for all brands? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/service-robots-suitable-brands Research reveals why some brands may not always benefit from using frontline service robots (China Business Knowledge) China Brands Customer experience Data Business Strategy Innovation Technology Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/service-robots-suitable-brands Mon, 19 Sep 2022 21:00:00 GMT How will businesses be affected by rising insurance premiums? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/businesses-rising-insurance-premiums A number of factors are impacting premiums and these have important implications for insurance companies and businesses, writes UNSW Business School’s Michael Sherris m.sherris@unsw.edu.au (Michael Sherris) Insurance Consumers Finance Risk Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/businesses-rising-insurance-premiums Mon, 19 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT Why Southeast Asia is the next hotspot for fintech https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/southeast-asia-next-fintech-hotspot As more Southeast Asian start-ups break into the unicorn club, many budding entrepreneurs are wondering where the next billion-dollar business ideas will come from (Barney Tan) Technology Social Impact Asia-Pacific Digital Markets Data Global Shareholders Social media Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/southeast-asia-next-fintech-hotspot Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT Marketing in the metaverse: time to explore, experiment and learn https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/marketing-metaverse As the metaverse expands its reach, IMD’s Howard H. Yu examines how CMOs should position themselves to make the most of related business opportunities (I by IMD) Marketing Digital Technology Social media User experience Data Customer experience Brands Advertising Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/marketing-metaverse Wed, 14 Sep 2022 06:00:00 GMT How do you demonstrate enthusiasm in a job interview? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/demonstrate-enthusiasm-job-interview Is there such a thing as being too enthusiastic in a job interview, and how should hiring managers assess candidates on this? k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Human resources Management Employee engagement Employment Psychology Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/demonstrate-enthusiasm-job-interview Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:00:00 GMT Advancing diversity and inclusion in an age of hybrid work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/diversity-inclusion-hybrid-remote-work Organisations and their leaders need to take steps to ensure diversity and inclusion efforts are supported as hybrid and remote working become the norm () COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Diversity Management Human resources Gender Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/diversity-inclusion-hybrid-remote-work Mon, 12 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT Does Buy Now, Pay Later still work if the cost of living keeps rising? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/buy-now-pay-later-costs With the cost of living on the rise, there are risks associated with Buy Now, Pay Later financing for both consumers and companies natalie.oh@unsw.edu.au (Natalie Oh) User experience Customer experience Consumers Behaviour Economy Ethics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/buy-now-pay-later-costs Thu, 08 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT Can you take sick leave for a mental health day? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sick-leave-mental-health-day When it comes to sick leave entitlements and mental health at work, there are some rights and obligations employees and their employers should be aware of () COVID-19 Employee engagement Social Impact Policy Human resources Business Strategy Psychology Health Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sick-leave-mental-health-day Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:00:00 GMT Steer it – don’t fear it: navigating AI with confidence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/navigating-ethical-ai-business When it comes to designing and implementing AI, business leaders have to navigate an incredibly complex landscape – but there are steps they can take to make the journey less risky Mary-Anne.Williams@unsw.edu.au (Mary-Anne Williams) User experience Risk Technology Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/navigating-ethical-ai-business Mon, 05 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT Is it high time to tax unrealised capital gains on land? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-unrealised-capital-gains-land Taxing unrealised capital gains on land could help reduce housing market inflation and reduce budget deficits, writes UNSW Business School’s Anthony Asher a.asher@unsw.edu.au (Anthony Asher) Policy Real estate Government Housing Economics Budget Economy Tax Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-unrealised-capital-gains-land Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT Does nudging really work? Let's look at the evidence. https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/nudging-evidence The effects of nudging are probably much smaller and more situational than is often claimed, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) User experience Psychology Customer experience Management Behaviour Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/nudging-evidence Wed, 31 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT What will Australian regulation mean for cryptocurrency? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australian-regulation-cryptocurrency The Australian government has announced a big step towards regulating Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. What does this mean for the future of digital assets? (Barney Tan) Cryptocurrency Risk Technology Corporate Governance Digital Business Strategy Currency Data Finance Start-ups Regulation Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australian-regulation-cryptocurrency Tue, 30 Aug 2022 07:00:00 GMT Xendit's Moses Lo: four tips for budding entrepreneurs https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/moses-lo-four-tips-budding-entrepreneurs Success in the world of start-ups is a function of luck, work ethic and smarts, says Moses Lo, co-founder and CEO of Xendit () COVID-19 Employee engagement User experience Technology Social Impact Asia-Pacific Leadership Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/moses-lo-four-tips-budding-entrepreneurs Mon, 29 Aug 2022 07:00:00 GMT Why employee turnover costs more than you think https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/employee-retention-important-business The findings of a recent study suggest businesses could be underestimating the importance of employee retention – to their detriment (Knowledge at Wharton) Employee engagement Risk Human resources Corporate Governance Management Business Strategy Shareholders Employment Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/employee-retention-important-business Thu, 25 Aug 2022 07:00:00 GMT How leaders should weigh up the risks and rewards of AI https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/risks-rewards-ai-leaders What do leaders need to consider to be able to take advantage of AI, while also overcoming its complex challenges? Mary-Anne.Williams@unsw.edu.au (Mary-Anne Williams) Risk Technology Corporate Governance Ethics Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/risks-rewards-ai-leaders Wed, 24 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Why restricting and taxing stock buybacks is a bad idea https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stock-buybacks-shareholders Stock buybacks are good for shareholders and governments should actively encourage them, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Government Investment Finance Tax Shareholders Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stock-buybacks-shareholders Tue, 23 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Beyond subscription models: recurring revenue-generating patterns https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/subscription-models-recurring-revenue-generating-patterns With Netflix’s loss of subscribers, it may be time to move towards alternative models of customer retention, write Alexander Osterwalder and Matthieu Manzoni (I by IMD) Brands Customer experience User experience Technology Digital Innovation Psychology Data Marketing Behaviour Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/subscription-models-recurring-revenue-generating-patterns Mon, 22 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Alison Telfer: five leadership skills to accelerate your career https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/alison-telfer-five-leadership-skills UBS Asset Management's Alison Telfer says framing is an essential leadership skill that gives meaning to the ‘what’ by articulating the ‘why’ behind choices and actions n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Management Leadership Finance Diversity Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/alison-telfer-five-leadership-skills Thu, 18 Aug 2022 07:00:00 GMT Export quotas: how should companies manage production? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/export-quotas-production Companies would profit more from stockpiling inventory even when sales are restricted by export quotas (China Business Knowledge) Commerce Risk Government Markets Business Strategy Economics Global Politics Economy Investment Trade China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/export-quotas-production Wed, 17 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Why boards need to take action on power-hungry leaders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/power-hungry-leaders Leaders who consolidate power through retaining decision-making rights are willing to sacrifice their organisation’s expected earnings in order to retain control richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Risk Corporate Governance Leadership Management Business Strategy Psychology Shareholders Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/power-hungry-leaders Tue, 16 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT What is greenwashing, and how can ESG investors spot it? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/greenwashing-esg-investors While greenwashing remains unregulated in Australia, there are ways ESG investors can spot companies misrepresenting their climate change credentials () Risk Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Ethics Government Management Markets Business Strategy Data Shareholders Energy Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/greenwashing-esg-investors Mon, 15 Aug 2022 07:00:00 GMT Labour force shrinkflation is coming. What can companies do about it? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/increased-wages-companies-employees Companies need to take a leaf out of their executive compensation playbook and provide skilled workers with the right kind of incentives, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Labour relations https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/increased-wages-companies-employees Thu, 11 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Behavioural economics: how nudge turned into sludge https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/behavioural-economics-nudge-sludge Is it ill-will, arrogance or just incompetence? Sludge – the reverse of nudge – is everywhere, writes UNSW Business School's Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Psychology Customer experience Consumers Behaviour Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/behavioural-economics-nudge-sludge Wed, 10 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Is there an evergreen organisational structure? Lessons from Unilever https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ideal-organisational-structure-unilever Is there an ideal structure for large multinational organisations? UNSW Business School’s Jacqueline Mees-Buss examines how Unilever has adapted to changing times j.meesbuss@unsw.edu.au (Jacqueline Mees-Buss) Employment Corporate Governance Management Business Strategy Leadership Innovation Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ideal-organisational-structure-unilever Tue, 09 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Inside the resilient world of the business of art https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-of-art The business world of art has remained resilient in recent times, with significant technological developments in how art is created, marketed and sold n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) COVID-19 Entrepreneurship Customer experience Consumers Investment Digital Commerce https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-of-art Mon, 08 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Time to start planning for quantum https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/quantum-computing-business Quantum computing could arrive sooner than many leaders expect and they need to start laying the groundwork now, write Piers Clinton-Tarestad, Justin Ging and Denise Ruffner (I by IMD) Entrepreneurship Data Analytics Business Strategy Digital Technology Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/quantum-computing-business Thu, 04 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Meet The CEO with Moses Lo, CEO of Xendit https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/moses-lo-ceo-xendit Moses Lo, CEO of Xendit discusses what it takes to build a unicorn company and explains how the payment gateway Xendit is changing the digital infrastructure landscape in Indonesia () Customer experience Commerce Technology Social Impact Asia-Pacific Digital Business Strategy Innovation Global Finance Start-ups Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/moses-lo-ceo-xendit Wed, 03 Aug 2022 14:00:00 GMT When will cryptocurrency’s winter come to an end? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cryptocurrency-winter With the price of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies dropping dramatically, what is in store for the digital asset market? e.sojli@unsw.edu.au (Elvira Sojli) Cryptocurrency Risk Technology Digital Currency Economics Shareholders Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cryptocurrency-winter Wed, 03 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT How can HR help workers when a disaster strikes? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/HR-workers-environmental-disasters As environmental disasters become more frequent, the role of sustainable human resource (HR) practices will be critical in supporting the wellbeing and safety of workers k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) COVID-19 Employee engagement Risk Environment Social Impact Human resources Management Business Strategy Psychology Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/HR-workers-environmental-disasters Tue, 02 Aug 2022 07:00:00 GMT Why passive ETFs are really active, and what that means for investors https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/passive-etfs-active-investors Tracking errors result when exchange-traded funds (ETFs) pursue liquidity by deviating from their underlying indices, according to research co-authored by Wharton’s Yao Zeng (Knowledge at Wharton) Markets Investment Finance Risk Shareholders Economics Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/passive-etfs-active-investors Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMT Why plant-based milk substitutes are rising to the top https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/plant-based-milks In the milk market, consumption of milk substitutes such as soy and almond milk is increasing at the same rate dairy milk is falling n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Health Environment Consumers Brands Marketing Ethics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/plant-based-milks Thu, 28 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT Should you express emotions with your new venture team? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/emotions-new-venture-team New research provides evidence for showing your emotions at work – but there are occasions when managing them may also be crucial to the survival of your business markusg@unsw.edu.au (Markus Groth) Start-ups Psychology Entrepreneurship Brands Crowdfunding Behaviour Business Strategy Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/emotions-new-venture-team Wed, 27 Jul 2022 07:00:00 GMT Investing in the stock market: buy shares now or hold off? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stock-market-buy-shares Share markets are in turmoil, with volatility that hasn’t been seen since 2020. And with some stock prices plummeting – is now a good time to buy? j.parwada@unsw.edu.au (Jerry Parwada) Markets Investment Finance Risk Shareholders Economy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stock-market-buy-shares Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT New challenges for Consumer Price Indices: a view from the UK https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/consumer-price-indices-uk There are a number of considerations for national statistical agencies looking to take maximum advantage of the data revolution, write Kevin Fox, Peter Levell and Martin O’Connell k.fox@unsw.edu.au (Kevin Fox) COVID-19 Data Consumers Economy Commerce Policy Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/consumer-price-indices-uk Mon, 25 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT The wrong influence: the risks of mixing business with politics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/influence-risks-business-politics A new study based on evidence from China finds businesses engaging in lobbying and other forms of political influence should consider the priorities of different stakeholders weiting.zheng@unsw.edu.au (Weiting Zheng) Risk Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Ethics Government Business Strategy Politics Shareholders Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/influence-risks-business-politics Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:00:00 GMT Is Australia ready for a four-day work week? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-four-day-work-week While four-day work weeks are the norm for employees in some countries around the world, it may be some time before this becomes a reality for workers in Australia k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Employee engagement Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Data Employment Economy Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-four-day-work-week Wed, 20 Jul 2022 07:00:00 GMT Three ways CEOs can untangle supply chains https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ceos-supply-chains Supply chain management was about reducing costs in the past, but now executives are also trying to improve resilience and reduce shortages, writes IMD's Carlos Cordon (I by IMD) COVID-19 China Trade Business Strategy Risk Commerce Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ceos-supply-chains Tue, 19 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT Did Twitter deliberately mislead Elon Musk in his acquisition bid? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/twitter-mislead-elon-musk-acquisition Elon Musk has officially ended his bid to acquire Twitter on the grounds that it misled the market in its disclosures, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Brands Corporate Governance Digital Business Strategy Global Shareholders Social media Law Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/twitter-mislead-elon-musk-acquisition Mon, 18 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT Buy, sell or hold: can culture influence analyst recommendations? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/buy-sell-hold-culture-analyst-recommendations Analysts who come from individualistic cultures are more likely to issue bold earnings forecasts and stock recommendations, but the market usually discounts these reports (China Business Knowledge) Markets Data Investment Finance Risk Shareholders Economics Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/buy-sell-hold-culture-analyst-recommendations Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT How insurers can mitigate the discrimination risks posed by AI https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/insurance-ai-discrimination Research reveals insurers can use fairness criteria alongside AI to minimise bias and discrimination risks feihuang@unsw.edu.au (Fei Huang) Risk Social Impact Insurance Digital Analytics Data Finance Regulation Artificial Intelligence Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/insurance-ai-discrimination Wed, 13 Jul 2022 07:00:00 GMT Three megatrends reshaping the world of investment management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-megatrends-world-investment-management Future investment industry leaders will require high levels of emotional intelligence and agile mindsets in addition to a keen understanding of data and how it can be applied natalie.oh@unsw.edu.au (Natalie Oh) Leadership Management Digital Analytics Banking Data Employment Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-megatrends-world-investment-management Tue, 12 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT What is the problem with Australia's carbon credits? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-carbon-credits-review A probe into Australia's carbon credit scheme must address evidence of systemic fraud, write ANU's Andrew Macintosh and Don Butler, and UNSW Sydney's Megan Evans () Government Environment Data Corporate Governance Social Impact Risk Energy Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-carbon-credits-review Mon, 11 Jul 2022 07:00:00 GMT The six key ingredients in Dr Tim Sharp's recipe for happiness https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/key-ingredients-tim-recipe-for-happiness Discovering and leveraging one’s innate strengths is one of six key strategies that will help individuals lead happier lives both personally and professionally () Health Psychology Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/key-ingredients-tim-recipe-for-happiness Thu, 07 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT Five ways to figure out how to make the most of your data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/five-ways-make-most-data Putting the right infrastructure in place and demystifying data analytics for employees will help companies gain a competitive edge, writes IMD's Amit Joshi (I by IMD) AR Technology Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/five-ways-make-most-data Wed, 06 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT AI in the workplace: what should CEOs really be thinking about? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-machine-learning-work-ceos There are a number of important factors leaders should consider when it comes to getting the most out of AI and machine learning at work () Technology Human resources Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-machine-learning-work-ceos Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT Why learning ability is the skill that trumps all other skills https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/talent-learning-ability-skills Businesses need to change how they approach skills in order to recruit or develop the talent they need, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/talent-learning-ability-skills Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT How insurers skim your personal online data to price insurance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/insurance-online-data-consumers There’s little transparency around how insurance firms use personal data to establish insurance costs, write Kayleen Manwaring, Zofia Bednarz and Kimberlee Weatherall () Security Customer experience Risk Technology Insurance Digital Analytics Data Privacy Health Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/insurance-online-data-consumers Thu, 30 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT How grief at work impacts CEOs (and their management forecasts) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/grief-work-CEOs-hidden-costs CEOs who experience grief following the death of a close work colleague are more likely to make more pessimistic management forecasts for up to one year later leye.li@unsw.edu.au (Leye (Leonard) Li) COVID-19 Employee engagement Risk Leadership Management Business Strategy Psychology Health Finance Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/grief-work-CEOs-hidden-costs Wed, 29 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT How can private insurance help fund Australia’s aged care? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/private-insurance-australia-aged-care Private insurance in the form of long-term care could deliver higher quality aged care Australians are demanding, but there are potential drawbacks to using it m.sherris@unsw.edu.au (Michael Sherris) Population ageing COVID-19 Social Impact Policy Retirement Health Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/private-insurance-australia-aged-care Tue, 28 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT Is the party over for early stage VC investment? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/early-stage-vc-investment There is less appetite among early-stage venture capital (VC) investors for companies that burn cash with a narrow path to profitability, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) COVID-19 Corporate Governance Markets Innovation Crowdfunding Economy Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/early-stage-vc-investment Mon, 27 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT Faethm's Mike Priddis: how COVID changed the future of work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/faethm-mike-priddis-work-automation-technology Faethm's Michael Priddis says there have been significant changes in the world of work with a dramatic acceleration in automation and related technologies Mary-Anne.Williams@unsw.edu.au (Mary-Anne Williams) COVID-19 Employee engagement Human resources Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Employment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/faethm-mike-priddis-work-automation-technology Thu, 23 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT How free tax advice can support financial wellbeing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/free-tax-advice-financial-wellbeing New research reveals a crucial need for pro bono tax advice to help improve the financial wellbeing of vulnerable communities youngdeok.lim@unsw.edu.au (Youngdeok Lim) Social Impact Policy Ethics Employment Tax Finance Law Regulation Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/free-tax-advice-financial-wellbeing Wed, 22 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT Is the crypto world having its own 2008 Lehman Brothers’ moment? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/crypto-world-lehman-brothers-moment Cryptocurrency markets have tumbled in recent times due to the age-old story of greed, arrogance and disregard for responsibility, writes UNSW Business School’s Eric Lim e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Cryptocurrency Risk Corporate Governance Ethics Markets Currency Economics Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/crypto-world-lehman-brothers-moment Tue, 21 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT What’s really behind the sputtering supply of talent? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sputtering-supply-of-talent If every country faces the same record tight labor market, then local policy failure may not be the cause, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Management Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sputtering-supply-of-talent Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT Does paying for tax advice save money? Only if you’re wealthy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-advice-money-wealthy Tax advisers disproportionally help the wealthy minimise their taxes, write UNSW Business School's Youngdeok Lim, Ann Kayis-Kumar, and Chris Evans youngdeok.lim@unsw.edu.au (Youngdeok Lim) Social Impact Policy Accounting Banking Data Politics Tax Finance Investment Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-advice-money-wealthy Thu, 16 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT Insider trading: are all company directors treated equally? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/insider-trading-company-directors-treated-equally There is currently no consistent ethical standard that companies adhere to when it comes to opportunistic insider trading s.degroote@unsw.edu.au (Sander De Groote) Risk Corporate Governance Ethics Accounting Leadership Management Business Strategy Shareholders Employment Diversity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/insider-trading-company-directors-treated-equally Wed, 15 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT Sydney FC’s Danny Townsend: kicking goals for the business of sport https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sydney-fc-danny-townsend-business-of-sport In the business world of sports, good leadership, customer focus and data analytics are helping clubs like Sydney FC succeed in new and important ways n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) COVID-19 Customer experience Technology Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sydney-fc-danny-townsend-business-of-sport Tue, 14 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT Why has Elon Musk put his $44 billion Twitter takeover on hold? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/elon-musk-twitter-takeover-hold Elon Musk’s bid to acquire Twitter has hit many roadblocks – the latest being concerns over fake, spam and bot accounts, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Brands Technology Corporate Governance Privacy Shareholders Social media Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/elon-musk-twitter-takeover-hold Fri, 10 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT How to grow a family-owned investment portfolio https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/family-owned-investment-portfolio Making the transition from selling a family-owned business to growing a family-owned investment portfolio requires a long-term commitment, writes IMD's Peter Lorange (I by IMD) Brands Employee engagement Business Strategy Crowdfunding Employment Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/family-owned-investment-portfolio Thu, 09 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT Energy crisis: why are electricity prices set to rise? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/energy-crisis-electricity-prices-rise As Australia slides into a potential energy crisis, UNSW Business School’s Katja Ignatieva explains what customers and markets can expect next k.ignatieva@unsw.edu.au (Katja Ignatieva) Environment Government Policy Energy Economy Corporate Governance Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/energy-crisis-electricity-prices-rise Wed, 08 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT How to successfully onboard new hires in the world of hybrid work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/new-hires-onboarding-hybrid-work A new job sounds tempting. But in a hybrid world, starting over is damn hard, writes UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Management Human resources Technology Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/new-hires-onboarding-hybrid-work Mon, 06 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT Will pressures on workers mean more union strikes? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pressures-workers-union-strikes With education, aged care, and health workers joining the ranks of those protesting for better work conditions, is there a renewed interest in unions and industrial action? p.grosjean@unsw.edu.au (Pauline Grosjean) COVID-19 Employee engagement Social Impact Policy Gig economy Corporate Governance Economics Labour relations Employment Economy Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pressures-workers-union-strikes Thu, 02 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT Mike Cannon-Brookes vs AGL: what's next for shareholders? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mike-cannon-brookes-agl-shareholders Mike Cannon-Brookes has won a major battle against AGL, which could now potentially become a takeover target, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Brands Risk Technology Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Shareholders Energy Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mike-cannon-brookes-agl-shareholders Wed, 01 Jun 2022 07:00:00 GMT Supply chain health: a new way to predict credit ratings https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supply-chain-health-credit-ratings Investors have used credit ratings to assess a company’s financing risk, but small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are often completely left out of the game (China Business Knowledge) Commerce Risk Technology Digital Innovation Global Finance Regulation China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supply-chain-health-credit-ratings Tue, 31 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT Unemployment: why are more people on JobSeeker than pre-COVID? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unemployment-jobseeker-covid The number of Australians claiming unemployment benefits through JobSeeker remains higher than at any point before the pandemic, write UNSW Sydney's Bruce Bradbury and ANU's Peter Whiteford () COVID-19 Social Impact Policy Gig economy Human resources Government Employment Economy Regulation Diversity Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unemployment-jobseeker-covid Mon, 30 May 2022 09:00:00 GMT Managing the micromanager in a new world of hybrid work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/managing-micromanager-hybrid-work Many organisations and their managers need assistance with understanding and implementing optimal hybrid working arrangements k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/managing-micromanager-hybrid-work Thu, 26 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about quantitative analysts https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-quantitative-analysts Today's successful quantitative analysts require good communication skills, a curious mind, and a willingness to learn, says Macquarie Bank Quantitative Strategist Dr Jason Scally natalie.oh@unsw.edu.au (Natalie Oh) Data Banking Analytics Finance Digital Shareholders Markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-quantitative-analysts Wed, 25 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT Marketing analytics: are you a data-savvy marketer? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/marketing-analytics-data-savvy-marketer Data-driven marketing requires a certain level of data-savviness to cut through the noise and realise the most value from marketing analytics n.chu@unsw.edu.au (Nicolas Chu) Start-ups User experience Data Entrepreneurship Marketing Social Impact Digital Technology Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/marketing-analytics-data-savvy-marketer Tue, 24 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT How leaders in the AEC industry can drive digital transformation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/aec-industry-digital-transformation Leaders in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry need to adopt four different ways of thinking to build digital transformation readiness g.shinkle@unsw.edu.au (George Shinkle) Data Analytics Business Strategy Digital Technology Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/aec-industry-digital-transformation Mon, 23 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT The minimum wage shouldn’t be tied to inflation. Here’s why https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/minimum-wage-tied-to-inflation There are several solutions that can help to mitigate demands and the potential need for wages to be linked to inflation, writes UNSW Business School’s Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) COVID-19 Social Impact Gig economy Government Economics Labour relations Politics Economy Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/minimum-wage-tied-to-inflation Thu, 19 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT Is using super for housing a good or bad idea? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/super-housing With the federal election only days away, debate is raging over the major parties’ housing affordability schemes and their potential impact on super savings (Rafal Chomik) Superannuation Real estate Politics Housing Government Finance Retirement Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/super-housing Wed, 18 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT What do business leaders really need to know about ethics and AI? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leaders-ethics-ai While many companies are exploring how to use artificial intelligence, they also need to consider a number of important legal and ethical implications () Risk Technology Ethics Digital Data Privacy Regulation Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leaders-ethics-ai Tue, 17 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT Three paradoxes luxury brands face in the digital era https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/luxury-brands-digital-era Luxury brands can maintain exclusivity by extending into the digital world and using consumer insights to personalise interactions, writes IMD's Hannes Gurzki (I by IMD) Brands Customer experience Technology Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Global Marketing Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/luxury-brands-digital-era Mon, 16 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT Whistleblowers allege Facebook news blackout was deliberate https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/facebook-news-blackout-whistleblowers Facebook employees offered solutions to restore non-news pages during last year's news blackout, but whistleblowers allege these were ignored, writes UNSW Business School's Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Regulation User experience Social media Employee engagement Consumers Digital Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/facebook-news-blackout-whistleblowers Thu, 12 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT Transforming the future of business education https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/transforming-business-education UNSW Business School is embarking on an innovative industry-first to transform its curriculum to meet the evolving demands of future students and industry c.mathies@unsw.edu.au (Christine Mathies) Employment Social Impact Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/transforming-business-education Wed, 11 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT Do consumers have enough control over online marketplace data? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/consumers-control-online-marketplace-data An ACCC report says consumers should have more control over how online marketplaces such as eBay and Amazon collect and use their data, writes Katharine Kemp () Commerce Risk Technology Ethics Digital Data Privacy Law Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/consumers-control-online-marketplace-data Tue, 10 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT Should interest rates be capped? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/interest-rates-banks-capital One of the touted solutions to rising interest rates is an interest rate cap, though this could have repercussions for banks and available capital, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Politics Government Banking Finance Economy Commerce Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/interest-rates-banks-capital Mon, 09 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT How to really engage young people with superannuation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/engage-young-people-superannuation Young people play an important role in co-creating solutions to Australia's superannuation and retirement challenges – but engaging them remains an ongoing challenge kevin.liu@unsw.edu.au (Kevin Liu) Population ageing Superannuation Social Impact Policy Government Psychology Retirement Economy Social media Investment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/engage-young-people-superannuation Thu, 05 May 2022 07:00:00 GMT Rising interest rates and inflation: signs of economic pain to come? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rising-interest-rates-inflation The decision by the Reserve Bank of Australia to increase interest rates is designed to put the brakes on inflation and reduce pressure in Australia’s housing market peter.swan@unsw.edu.au (Peter Swan) Real estate Politics Government Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rising-interest-rates-inflation Wed, 04 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT ALP’s housing support plan: good policy or risky bubble generator? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/alp-housing-affordability-plan The ALP’s housing support policy creates significant risks and voters will need to carefully consider these risks versus alleged benefits, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Policy Real estate Government Housing Economics Retirement Politics Economy Finance Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/alp-housing-affordability-plan Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT Company directors fall short of cyber security skills mark https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/company-directors-cyber-security-skills New research has found there are significant skill gaps around cyber security awareness and resilience among ASX 100 company directors () Security Risk Technology Corporate Governance Leadership Management Digital Data Privacy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/company-directors-cyber-security-skills Mon, 02 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT What are the next steps in Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/elon-musk-twitter-takeover Elon Musk is very likely to acquire Twitter – despite the fact regulators and shareholders are yet to approve the deal, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Brands Technology Corporate Governance Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Data Shareholders Social media Regulation Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/elon-musk-twitter-takeover Thu, 28 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT Why JobSeeker is too low despite improvements in unemployment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobseeker-low-unemployment Even with the latest small increase, JobSeeker remains too low by overseas standards – about the lowest in the OECD, write UNSW Sydney's Bruce Bradbury and ANU's Peter Whiteford () COVID-19 Social Impact Gig economy Government Economics Politics Employment Economy Regulation Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobseeker-low-unemployment Wed, 27 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT How financial advice helps to deter financial crime https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/financial-advice-helps-deter-financial-crime There are lesser-known benefits to having financial advisers in the community, like fewer cases of financial crime, a UNSW Business School study has found natalie.oh@unsw.edu.au (Natalie Oh) Regulation Data Customer experience Consumers Investment Finance Tax Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/financial-advice-helps-deter-financial-crime Tue, 26 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT The Business of Sport https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-sport In this episode, we investigate the opportunities and challenges for sports to succeed on and off the field in Australia, where professional teams face a battle for the hearts and minds of fans n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) COVID-19 Brands Customer experience Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Psychology Data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-sport Tue, 26 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT The Business of Art https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-art In this episode, we investigate how online purchases and technology like NFTs is growing and opening the art market to a new generation of enthusiasts n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Brands Cryptocurrency Technology Digital Innovation Start-ups Marketing Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-art Tue, 26 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT Seven ways to achieve sustainable aged care funding https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainable-aged-care-funding A balance between public and private funding is needed to achieve sustainable aged care, says UNSW Business School’s Michael Sherris m.sherris@unsw.edu.au (Michael Sherris) Population ageing COVID-19 Superannuation Social Impact Real estate Government Aged care Retirement Health Politics Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainable-aged-care-funding Thu, 21 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT Twitter demonstrates why poison pills are bad for shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/twitter-poison-pills-shareholders Twitter’s poison pill appears to be an attempt to entrench the board rather than delivering shareholder value, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Brands Risk Corporate Governance Business Strategy Global Shareholders Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/twitter-poison-pills-shareholders Wed, 20 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT How to stop worrying about employee mental health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stop-worrying-employee-mental-health You can turn your worry about your employees’ mental health into constructive action when you learn what to watch for and when to act, write Alyson Meister, Kathleen M. Pike and Daryl Tol (I by IMD) Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Social Impact Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stop-worrying-employee-mental-health Tue, 19 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about business analytics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-business-analytics Business analytics can help transform organisations, but only when technical know-how is combined with a supportive data-driven culture fei.shi@unsw.edu.au (Yunfei Shi) Customer experience Technology Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-business-analytics Thu, 14 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT What are stock splits and are they good for shareholders? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stock-splits-shareholders Markets tend to react positively when a firm announces a stock split, which can benefit firms in a number of ways, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Markets Investment Finance Shareholders Risk Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stock-splits-shareholders Wed, 13 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT Why companies need to be authentic about brand activism https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/companies-authentic-brand-activism Companies looking to engage in brand activism need to be authentic in their campaign otherwise they run the risk of consumer backlash n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Brands Customer experience Social Impact Ethics Advertising Global Social media Marketing Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/companies-authentic-brand-activism Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT Digital disruption: how can traditional businesses thrive? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-disruption-how-traditional-businesses-thrive Research into Shanghai's taxi industry suggests businesses and policymakers need to take steps to mitigate adverse effects associated with digital disruption (Barney Tan) Risk Technology Digital Business Strategy Innovation Economics Data Economy Social media Start-ups Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-disruption-how-traditional-businesses-thrive Mon, 11 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT How did COVID really impact the mental health of CEOs? (part 2) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-mental-health-ceos-boards With COVID-19 still causing significant levels of disruption, CEOs need to look after their own mental health – and board directors should play an important role in the process f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Health Corporate Governance Management Behaviour Risk Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-mental-health-ceos-boards Thu, 07 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT How did COVID really impact the mental health of CEOs? (part 1) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-mental-health-wellbeing-ceos Many CEOs have struggled with mental health issues through COVID-19, and they need additional skills to lead themselves and their organisations safely into the future f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Psychology Corporate Governance Management Behaviour Risk Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-mental-health-wellbeing-ceos Wed, 06 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT Budget expands first home buyers deposit loan scheme – what are the risks? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-deposit-scheme-first-home-buyers The federal government’s first home loan deposit scheme will help those who qualify, but at the expense of those who do not, writes UNSW Sydney's Nigel Stapledon () COVID-19 Social Impact Policy Real estate Government Housing Economics Banking Budget Politics Economy Tax Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-deposit-scheme-first-home-buyers Mon, 04 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT The spending Budget: a turnaround story (with a $40 billion problem) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/spending-budget-leaves-40-billion-problem While the 2022-23 budget is a remarkable turnaround, the next government must close the deficit gap without resorting to austerity, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Social Impact Policy Government Economics Budget Politics Employment Economy Tax Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/spending-budget-leaves-40-billion-problem Fri, 01 Apr 2022 07:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about mentally healthy workplaces  https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-mentally-healthy-workplaces Prevention is a crucial aspect of addressing mental health in the workplace, and it starts with organisational culture, says UNSW Business School's Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Employee engagement Social Impact Human resources Corporate Governance Leadership Management Business Strategy Health Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-mentally-healthy-workplaces Thu, 31 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT Why rising petrol prices are unlikely to fuel an EV boom in Australia https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rising-petrol-prices-ev-boom-australia Lack of government policy, rather than the huge spike in the current cost of petrol caused by sanctions on Russia, is holding back domestic electric vehicle sales () Environment Social Impact Asia-Pacific Corporate Governance Government Markets Innovation Budget Energy Finance Regulation Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rising-petrol-prices-ev-boom-australia Wed, 30 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT How should leaders manage hybrid working relationships? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-manage-hybrid-working Organisations and their leaders need to adapt to new ways of working and hybrid work relationships, write UNSW Business School’s Karin Sanders, Andrew Dhaenens and Patrick Sharry k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-manage-hybrid-working Tue, 29 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Lifeline CEO on how tech can help support employee mental health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lifeline-ceo-tech-support-employee-mental-health Organisations can leverage digital technologies to promote mental health at work, but they must also consider the ethical implications, says Lifeline International CEO Thilini Perera n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) COVID-19 Technology Social Impact Human resources Business Strategy Psychology Data Health Employment Equality Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lifeline-ceo-tech-support-employee-mental-health Mon, 28 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT Digital sustainability: technology solutions to climate change https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-sustainability-solutions-climate-change Digital sustainability is playing an important role in combating climate change, and researchers can assist citizens, communities and organisations in meeting the challenge shan.pan@unsw.edu.au (Shan-Ling Pan) Technology Environment Policy Digital Innovation Analytics Data Global Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-sustainability-solutions-climate-change Thu, 24 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Why the ACCC is suing Meta for Facebook celebrity crypto scam ads https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accc-meta-crypto-scam-ads-facebook The ACCC says Meta failed to take sufficient steps to stop scam crypto ads, even after celebrities complained about the misleading conduct. Is the tech giant liable and what happens if it is? () Brands Cryptocurrency Technology Social Impact Corporate Governance Digital Privacy Social media Law Regulation Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accc-meta-crypto-scam-ads-facebook Wed, 23 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT The Business of Mental Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-mental-health This episode unpacks how COVID-19 has digitised mental health support services n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) COVID-19 Health Psychology Management Behaviour Risk Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-mental-health Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Sustainable crypto: solutions to Bitcoin's environmental problem? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainable-crypto-solution-bitcoin-environmental-problem The use of cryptos like Bitcoin has a significant environmental impact, and sustainability should be a pressing concern alongside the economic benefits they generate (Barney Tan) Cryptocurrency Technology Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Digital Currency Data Energy Economy Finance Regulation Investment Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainable-crypto-solution-bitcoin-environmental-problem Tue, 22 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT How gig workers are managing risk during the pandemic https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/gig-workers-risk-pandemic Gig workers are using a range of tactics to mitigate health risks while managing their reputation with demanding customers during the pandemic (Knowledge at Wharton) COVID-19 Technology Gig economy Human resources Management Digital Innovation Labour relations Employment Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/gig-workers-risk-pandemic Mon, 21 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Learning from local start-ups: how to innovate in China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/local-start-ups-innovate-china There are several ways Western multinationals can leverage the innovation capabilities of China’s start-up ecosystem, write Erik Walenza-Slabe, Yunfei Feng and Mark Greeven (I by IMD) User experience Technology Digital Markets Business Strategy Innovation Crowdfunding Global Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/local-start-ups-innovate-china Wed, 16 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT Neoliberalism and harnessing markets for economic and social good https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/neoliberalism-markets-social-economic-good It’s time for a new brand of democratic liberalism, one that understands and harnesses the power of markets for social and economic good, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Social Impact Policy History Markets Currency Global Economy Tax Finance Regulation Investment Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/neoliberalism-markets-social-economic-good Tue, 15 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about data, AI and the privacy debate https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/data-AI-privacy-debate Organisations must develop ethical, socially responsible, trustworthy, and sustainable data business models to ensure consumers’ privacy is protected in an increasingly AI-driven world r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Security Risk Technology Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Government Digital Innovation Data Law Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/data-AI-privacy-debate Mon, 14 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT Are we seeing the Great Resignation – or the Great Exhaustion? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/great-resignation-or-great-exhaustion Following the Great Resignation, another significant workplace trend has emerged: the Great Exhaustion – a burnout phenomenon that is disproportionately impacting women (Leisa Sargent) COVID-19 Employee engagement Social Impact Gig economy Human resources Corporate Governance Leadership Management Gender Employment LGBTI Behaviour Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/great-resignation-or-great-exhaustion Wed, 09 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT How big tech companies are sanctioning Russia https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-tech-companies-sanctioning-russia Alphabet, Apple, Meta, Amazon and Microsoft have each taken some form of action against Russia – but the actual impact tech-related sanctions will have isn’t clear, says UNSW Business School's Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Brands Cryptocurrency Technology Ethics Digital Global Politics Economy Law Regulation Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-tech-companies-sanctioning-russia Tue, 08 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT A tarnished Crown: is it too late for the casino operator to redeem itself? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/crown-governance-risk With AUSTRAC taking civil penalty action against Crown, the company requires fundamental changes to convince regulators and the public that it deserves a licence to operate a.hargovan@unsw.edu.au (Anil Hargovan) Security Risk Policy Corporate Governance Government Management Law Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/crown-governance-risk Tue, 08 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT Crypto wars: Can Russia use blockchain to get around sanctions? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/crypto-wars-russia-blockchain-sanctions There are currently no measures to prevent Russian market participants or economic entities from using cryptocurrencies to circumvent economic sanctions e.sojli@unsw.edu.au (Elvira Sojli) Crowdsourcing Security Cryptocurrency Technology Government Markets Privacy Global Politics Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/crypto-wars-russia-blockchain-sanctions Mon, 07 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT Why Australia’s hairdressing-led economic recovery can’t last https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-recovery-growth The federal budget will require more than a rebound in restaurant meals and haircuts in order to drive future economic growth, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Policy Gig economy Government Economics Budget Employment Economy Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-recovery-growth Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT Blockchain: what's the next big craze after Bitcoin and NFTs? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/next-big-blockchain-craze Bored of Bitcoin? No flipping time for NFTs? Here's what a UNSW cybersecurity expert has to say about the next wave of blockchain applications () Cryptocurrency Technology Digital Currency Innovation Data Crowdfunding Energy Economy Investment Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/next-big-blockchain-craze Tue, 01 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT Stealth tax rises are eating into your income – but we know the solution https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stealth-tax-rises-income-solution To eliminate tax rises stemming from bracket creep, governments need to index income tax thresholds to inflation, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Social Impact Policy Accounting Government Economics Banking Budget Economy Tax Finance Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stealth-tax-rises-income-solution Tue, 01 Mar 2022 07:00:00 GMT Managers and employees have different experiences working from home https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/managers-employees-working-from-home As Australians return to their workplaces and adjust to ‘COVID-normal’, a discrepancy remains between the needs, preferences and perceptions of managers and employees sue.williamson@unsw.edu.au (Sue Williamson) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/managers-employees-working-from-home Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT The bullwhip effect in supply chains and how to prevent it https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bullwhip-effect-supply-chains-how-to-prevent The bullwhip effect has been wreaking havoc on supply chains for decades, but a new approach to improve incentives, transparency and communications has emerged, write Ralf Seifert and Olov Isaksson (I by IMD) COVID-19 Trade Consumers Brands Management Business Strategy Risk Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bullwhip-effect-supply-chains-how-to-prevent Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT Hey good looking: feeling attractive influences purchasing decisions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/attractive-influences-purchasing-decisions Boosting customers’ self-perceived physical attractiveness has a marked impact on their purchasing behaviours, according to new research veronica.jiang@unsw.edu.au (Veronica Zixi Jiang) Psychology Consumers Customer experience Marketing Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/attractive-influences-purchasing-decisions Wed, 23 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT Apple and Foxconn: addressing power imbalances in global supply chains https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/apple-foxconn-power-imbalances-global-supply-chains Global suppliers such as Foxconn can form strong business networks to put pressure on dominant clients such as Apple to address power imbalances in global supply chains c.dong@unsw.edu.au (Maggie Chuoyan Dong) Brands Employee engagement Technology Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Ethics Global Shareholders Employment Trade China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/apple-foxconn-power-imbalances-global-supply-chains Tue, 22 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT Unemployment needs to be lower but future-proofing jobs lifts wages too https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unemployment-future-proofing-jobs-wages Australia needs a tighter labour market and better education policies to help workers acquire the skills needed in the future, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Social Impact Policy Gig economy Government Economics Employment Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unemployment-future-proofing-jobs-wages Mon, 21 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT Lucy Brogden on how leaders can support their own mental health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lucy-brogden-leaders-mental-health Frederik Anseel, Professor of Management and Senior Deputy Dean (Research & Enterprise) at UNSW Business School, interviews Lucinda Brogden, National Mental Health Commission Chair and Commissioner, about the importance of leaders looking after their own mental health f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Health Psychology Employment Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lucy-brogden-leaders-mental-health Mon, 21 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT Paradoxical leadership: a virtue of innovative leaders? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/paradoxical-leadership-innovative-leaders In today’s rapidly changing business environment, businesses need innovative leaders who understand the importance of paradoxical leadership in reconciling conflicts and contradictions in the modern workplace (China Business Knowledge) COVID-19 Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Start-ups Behaviour Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/paradoxical-leadership-innovative-leaders Thu, 17 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT Lucinda Brogden: how leaders can improve workplace mental health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lucinda-brogden-leaders-workplace-mental-health As Australia adapts to living with COVID-19, leaders must move away from yoga and fruit bowls and focus on job design to genuinely support workplace mental health, says National Mental Health Commission Chair Lucinda Brogden f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Employment Diversity Management Social Impact Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lucinda-brogden-leaders-workplace-mental-health Tue, 15 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT Small businesses need a national support plan to survive the COVID-19 pandemic https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/small-businesses-national-support-plan-survive-pandemic Small businesses need a national support plan which would simultaneously deliver a shot of confidence for consumers for the remainder of the COVID-19 pandemic, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Regulation Politics Government Employment Consumers Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/small-businesses-national-support-plan-survive-pandemic Mon, 14 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT High-speed rail can generate economic growth to help pay for itself https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/high-speed-rail-economic-growth Land value growth could be used to fund the proposed high-speed rail network on the east coast of Australia, UNSW research shows () Government Economy Innovation Policy Energy Housing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/high-speed-rail-economic-growth Fri, 11 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT NFTs are not a gimmick. They could radically transform your business https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/nfts-transform-business The token economy could transform your company, turning on its head the concepts you currently have of business model, customer, shareholder, supplier and user, writes IMD's Arturo Bris (I by IMD) Cryptocurrency Data Investment Digital Commerce Technology Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/nfts-transform-business Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT How workers create meaning in the gig economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/workers-meaning-gig-economy In a world in which gig work is increasingly common, new research has found ride-hailing drivers employ different methods to keep themselves engaged on the job (Knowledge at Wharton) Employee engagement Gig economy Human resources Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Psychology Employment Regulation Behaviour Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/workers-meaning-gig-economy Tue, 08 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT Australia's mortgage interest rates are fixed for shareholders, not home owners https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-mortgage-interest-rate-shareholder There is no reason why Australia can't restructure the mortgage market to better protect borrowers from swings in interest rates, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Policy Real estate Government Markets Housing Banking Politics Economy Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-mortgage-interest-rate-shareholder Mon, 07 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT Juliet Bourke on harnessing the power of diversity for innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/diversity-improved-innovation What are the two common assumptions around diversity of thinking that need to be challenged within organisations? julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Technology Human resources Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Employment Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/diversity-improved-innovation Thu, 03 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT How organisations can fulfill their quest for cleaner business models https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-model-regenerative Organisations can adopt cleaner business models through utilising green dynamic capabilities, decarbonisation and regenerative systems, write Sandor G. Lukacs de Pereny and Gavin Schwarz g.schwarz@unsw.edu.au (Gavin Schwarz) Environment Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Management Innovation Economics Global Energy Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-model-regenerative Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT Why it’s too early for the RBA to pull the trigger on interest rates https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rba-interest-rates The case for the RBA increasing interest rates certainly exists, but it’s far less pressing than the situation in the US, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Regulation Markets Government Employment Economy Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rba-interest-rates Tue, 01 Feb 2022 07:00:00 GMT Six steps to building effective teams fast https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/six-steps-building-effective-teams-fast Newly appointed CEOs and senior leaders must concentrate their energy on getting the right people in place quickly, as failure to build an effective team fast will have serious consequences, writes IMD's Michael Watkins (I by IMD) Entrepreneurship Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/six-steps-building-effective-teams-fast Mon, 31 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT How Angry Birds developer uses data analytics to inspire creativity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/angry-birds-data-analytics-inspire-creativity There are five key ways to ensure data analytics enhance creativity, a process that was instrumental in transforming Rovio's game Angry Birds into a free-to-play model yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) Employee engagement Data Customer experience Analytics Business Strategy Digital Technology Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/angry-birds-data-analytics-inspire-creativity Thu, 27 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT Supply chains and COVID-19 stock shortages: five things to know https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supply-chains-covid-19-stock-shortages Stock shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic are about more than just panic buying or labour shortages in supply chains, says UNSW Business School's Professor Jack Cadeaux j.cadeaux@unsw.edu.au (Jack Cadeaux) COVID-19 Brands Customer experience Government Markets Advertising Economy Regulation Marketing Trade Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/supply-chains-covid-19-stock-shortages Tue, 25 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT Governments should disclose more COVID-19 information (not play bingo with statistics) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-government-information With COVID-19 dominating Australians’ lives, governments should disclose as much information about infections, hospitalisations and deaths as possible, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Social Impact Policy Government Aged care Psychology Health Employment Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-government-information Mon, 24 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT How do equity analysts learn to make accurate forecasts? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/equity-analysts-learn-improve-forecast-accuracy A new study sheds light on how equity analysts learn from past mistakes and how companies can utilise this behaviour to make more accurate forecasts (China Business Knowledge) Risk Markets Finance Investment Behaviour China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/equity-analysts-learn-improve-forecast-accuracy Thu, 20 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT Falling flat: why startups need hierarchical structure https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/startups-hierarchical-structure It is crucial for founders to consider what kind of hierarchy will work best and when to implement it, says Wharton Assistant Professor of Management Saerom (Ronnie) Lee (Knowledge at Wharton) Employee engagement Leadership Business Strategy Data Employment Start-ups Behaviour Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/startups-hierarchical-structure Wed, 19 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT What do job seekers think of your organisation's political position? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/organisation-political-position-recruitment UNSW Business School research has found roughly a third of job seekers will not apply to a firm because of its political views (Liwen Zhang) Employee engagement Social Impact Human resources Leadership Management Global Politics Employment Diversity Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/organisation-political-position-recruitment Tue, 18 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT The three problems with fines for not reporting positive COVID tests https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/fines-reporting-positive-covid-tests There are a number of good reasons why the $1000 fine for failing to report a positive rapid antigen test is a bad idea, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Law Health Behaviour Risk Ethics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/fines-reporting-positive-covid-tests Mon, 17 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Arowana CEO Kevin Chin: why impact investment makes business sense https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/arowana-impact-investment-business The green revolution presents significant opportunities for businesses and investors looking to help in the fight against climate change, says Arowana CEO Kevin Chin michele.roberts@unsw.edu.au (Michele Roberts) Environment Social Impact Asia-Pacific Leadership Markets Shareholders Energy Economy Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/arowana-impact-investment-business Thu, 13 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT Can you "die" in real life if the metaverse bans you? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/metaverse-ban Four important elements are required in order for the metaverse to become a decentralised creators’ economy, writes UNSW Business School's Eric Lim e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Cryptocurrency Privacy Social media Data Digital AR Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/metaverse-ban Wed, 12 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Innovation set to be biggest challenge for small businesses in 2022 https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/innovation-challenge-small-businesses Government support is urgently needed to help small businesses with innovation in the forthcoming year, writes UNSW Business School's Tania Bucic t.bucic@unsw.edu.au (Tania Bucic) COVID-19 Entrepreneurship Employee engagement Consumers Management Business Strategy Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/innovation-challenge-small-businesses Tue, 11 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Sydney to Newcastle fast rail makes sense. Making trains locally does not https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-policy-high-speed-rail There are numerous government policy challenges associated with high-speed rail in Australia which require careful consideration, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Regulation Politics Government Economics Policy Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-policy-high-speed-rail Tue, 11 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Airtasker CEO Tim Fung: three powerful lessons for entrepreneurs https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/airtasker-ceo-tim-fung-three-lessons-entrepreneurs Airtasker founder and CEO Tim Fung says one of his biggest lessons in leading as an entrepreneur has been learning to catch people doing the right thing () Brands Customer experience Leadership Digital Innovation Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/airtasker-ceo-tim-fung-three-lessons-entrepreneurs Thu, 06 Jan 2022 07:00:00 GMT What firms should do when political partners are done for misconduct https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/firms-political-partners-misconduct Firms should adopt a two-pronged strategy if political partners are investigated for misconduct, according to UNSW Business School research weiting.zheng@unsw.edu.au (Weiting Zheng) China Politics Government Corporate Governance Risk Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/firms-political-partners-misconduct Wed, 05 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT Health care inequality in Australia: how fair is Medicare? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/health-care-inequality-australia-how-fair-is-medicare Low- and high-income patients navigate very different health care pathways following the onset of diabetes or heart disease, and policy changes are needed to tackle health care inequalities d.fiebig@unsw.edu.au (Denzil Fiebig) Health Government Equality Social Impact Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/health-care-inequality-australia-how-fair-is-medicare Thu, 30 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT Is the world ready for the invasion of the digital nomads? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/invasion-digital-nomads Both companies and countries need to adapt their policies to accommodate and attract this new breed of worker, writes IMD Business School's Arturo Bris (I by IMD) Gig economy Human resources Leadership Management Innovation Labour relations Global Employment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/invasion-digital-nomads Tue, 28 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Optus CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin on humility and leading through COVID-19 https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/optus-ceo-kelly-bayer-rosmarin-humility-leading-through-covid-19 The ability to recognise when you don't have all the answers is a crucial attribute of successful leaders and has helped CEO Kelly Bayer Rosmarin lead Optus through the pandemic () COVID-19 Brands Employee engagement Customer experience User experience Leadership Digital Business Strategy Employment Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/optus-ceo-kelly-bayer-rosmarin-humility-leading-through-covid-19 Wed, 22 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about the future of the finance industry https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/future-finance-industry Rapid advances in technology are creating new business opportunities in the finance industry, while shifts in consumer behaviour have led to an increase in ESG investments e.sojli@unsw.edu.au (Elvira Sojli) COVID-19 Risk Social Impact Corporate Governance Leadership Innovation Banking Shareholders Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/future-finance-industry Tue, 21 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Budget update: no sign of a return to austerity as Frydenberg prevails https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-austerity-frydenberg The economy looks to bounce back in the short-term but the predictions for long-term growth are not as optimistic, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Government Employment Markets Politics Budget Banking https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-austerity-frydenberg Mon, 20 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT Zero Co Founder Mike Smith on business: stop talking, start doing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/zero-co-founder-mike-smith Some of the world's biggest problems, like single-use plastic rubbish, can only be solved by entrepreneurs brave enough to walk the talk, says Zero Co Founder Mike Smith () COVID-19 Brands User experience Environment Social Impact Leadership Business Strategy Shareholders Employment Social media Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/zero-co-founder-mike-smith Thu, 16 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT How has COVID-19 impacted the future of VR innovation? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-future-vr-innovation While the COVID-19 pandemic has had plenty of negative impacts, it has also paved the way for groundbreaking uses of virtual reality (VR) technology (Maureen Murphy) COVID-19 User experience Technology VR Digital Innovation Data Health Global Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-future-vr-innovation Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Responding to activist short seller attacks https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/activist-short-seller-attacks Research finds that companies that do not respond to activist short sellers’ allegations are associated with fewer stock price declines and fewer other negative outcomes (China Business Knowledge) Risk Digital Markets Economics Analytics Data Shareholders Finance Investment Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/activist-short-seller-attacks Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT The case against death duties just got stronger https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inheritance-tax-death-duties The Productivity Commission’s startling finding is that passing on wealth actually cuts inequality, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Regulation Population ageing Superannuation Tax Social Impact Economy Ethics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inheritance-tax-death-duties Mon, 13 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT Three key ways to future-proof business against climate change https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/future-proof-business-climate-change There are still several opportunities to future-proof business and rise to the challenge of creating a more sustainable future for all, says Penny Joseph, Head of Resilience and Climate Change Adaptation at Sydney Water k.fong@unsw.edu.au (Kingsley Fong) Risk Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Leadership Management Business Strategy Energy Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/future-proof-business-climate-change Wed, 08 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT Lessons from the Great Resignation in how to find meaning at work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/great-resignation-meaning-work The coronavirus pandemic has led many individuals to rethink the meaning of work in their lives and reconsider the importance of mental health and wellbeing () COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Digital Human resources Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/great-resignation-meaning-work Tue, 07 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT Do individualised work arrangements benefit firms? Yes, but not without strong HR practices https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/individualised-work-arrangements-hr-practices Individualised work arrangements will not only persuade individuals to come and work for an employer, but will also lead to better firm performance, writes UNSW Business School's Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Labour relations Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/individualised-work-arrangements-hr-practices Mon, 06 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT Albanese to come clean on emissions targets, but a carbon price is still hush-hush https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/labor-emissions-carbon-price-election The Australian Labor Party is set to release its plan to reduce emissions and boost renewable energy initiatives – but it is still running scared from the best mechanism to achieve them? richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Environment Policy Government Politics Energy Economy Law https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/labor-emissions-carbon-price-election Fri, 03 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT Why investor engagement with ‘dirty’ companies is better than divestment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investor-engagement-divestment-companies Instead of divesting, socially conscious investors should invest and exercise their rights of control and engage with companies to change corporate policy (Knowledge at Wharton) Technology Social Impact Corporate Governance Management Economics Shareholders Energy Economy Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investor-engagement-divestment-companies Thu, 02 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT Meet Lael Brainard, Biden’s new pick at the US Federal Reserve https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brainard-us-federal-reserve Lael Brainard has been pushing the US Federal Reserve to consider exposure to climate change in its regulation and analysis of banks, sparking fury from Republican senators – and even a Nobel Prize winner richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Policy Leadership Government Markets Economics Global Politics Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brainard-us-federal-reserve Wed, 01 Dec 2021 07:00:00 GMT Need crowdfunding? 6 steps to success for entrepreneurs https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/crowdfunding-success-entrepreneurs New research has found crowdfunding entrepreneurs should follow a number of steps to generate trust with investors in order to realise the full potential of crowdfunding steven.lui@unsw.edu.au (Steven Lui) Technology Digital Innovation Crowdfunding Social media Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/crowdfunding-success-entrepreneurs Tue, 30 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Solving succession woes with Employee Ownership Trusts https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/solving-succession-woes-employee-ownership-trusts When it comes to the issue of planning business affairs for the unexpected, the decision-making of what should happen in the future doesn't need to be as dramatic as an episode of 'Succession' a.pendleton@unsw.edu.au (Andrew Pendleton) Employee engagement Markets Business Strategy Employment Regulation Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/solving-succession-woes-employee-ownership-trusts Mon, 29 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT How to engage with Indigenous cultural and intellectual property: Terri Janke https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indigenous-cultural-intellectual-property-terri-janke Indigenous cultural and intellectual property is about more than protecting Indigenous art; it is about safeguarding Indigenous culture and heritage for future generations () Equality Diversity Social Impact Leadership Law https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indigenous-cultural-intellectual-property-terri-janke Thu, 25 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT Why news on wages points to anything but hyperinflation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/news-wages-hyperinflation True wages growth, and true price growth, is probably less than the official figures suggest – meaning there’s no need for alarm about inflation in Australia, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Government Markets Currency Economics Banking Finance Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/news-wages-hyperinflation Wed, 24 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT How is AI changing power dynamics in the world of money? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-balance-power-financial-services Artificial intelligence (AI) and other technologies are causing a shift in power dynamics in financial services, and this change has significant implications for individuals' privacy and government regulators r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Risk Technology Policy Corporate Governance Ethics Government Digital Analytics Banking Data Privacy Finance Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-balance-power-financial-services Tue, 23 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Australia's Great Resignation and five top tips for employee retention https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-great-resignation-employee-retention Are you prepared for Australia's Great Resignation? Here are five ways to recruit and retain the best talent as more employees start looking for new jobs jing.hu@unsw.edu.au (Jing Hu) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Behaviour Human resources Psychology Diversity Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-great-resignation-employee-retention Mon, 22 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT Investible CEO Rod Bristow: six must-have interpersonal leadership skills https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/interpersonal-leadership-skills-rod-bristow There are a number of critical interpersonal skills required for successful leadership in challenging times, according to Investible CEO Rod Bristow () Entrepreneurship Investment Finance Management Behaviour Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/interpersonal-leadership-skills-rod-bristow Thu, 18 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT Employees behaving badly: how high CEO pay can encourage wider wrongdoing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ceo-pay-wrongdoing Research suggests that CEO stock option schemes combined with a large pay gap can encourage and motivate lower-ranking employees to commit illegal behavior (I by IMD) Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ceo-pay-wrongdoing Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Are Australians ready to break up with casual work? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australians-casual-work Will casual workers be willing to return to tenuous employment arrangements and the same labour market which suffered massive job losses through COVID? e.dechter@unsw.edu.au (Evgenia Dechter) COVID-19 Gig economy Labour relations Employment Employee engagement Management Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australians-casual-work Tue, 16 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why we need less marketing and more markets to get to net zero https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-emissions The prime minister road-tested an avalanche of marketing slogans – some of them clearly false, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Environment Government Markets Energy Economy Tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-emissions Mon, 15 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT The Business of Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-of-finance In this episode, we explore the changing landscape and look at how shifts in consumer behaviour are driving demand for ethical investment n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Data Banking Analytics Investment Finance Economy Commerce Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-of-finance Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Behind Macquarie Telecom Group's industry-leading net promoter score https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/macquarie-telecom-nps Frederik Anseel, Professor of Management and Associate Dean Research for UNSW Business School, interviews David Tudehope, co-founder and CEO at Macquarie Telecom, about the company's industry-leading NPS and award-winning customer engagement strategy f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Employee engagement Customer experience Consumers Management Business Strategy Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/macquarie-telecom-nps Thu, 11 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Unilever’s CEO Nicole Sparshott on the business of sustainability https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unilever-sustainability Unilever is one of the first major global companies to declare a commitment to sustainability and is actively embedding responsible management practices across its global operations n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Employee engagement Customer experience Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Ethics Leadership Management Business Strategy Global Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unilever-sustainability Thu, 11 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT A lesson from King Solomon: how good leaders can make good decisions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lesson-king-solomon-how-good-leaders-make-good-decisions Today's economists are tantalisingly close to getting 'implementation theory' right, but there’s still work to be done, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Markets Finance Behaviour Risk Economy Economics Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lesson-king-solomon-how-good-leaders-make-good-decisions Wed, 10 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT The Business of Climate Change https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-climate-change This episode explores how climate change is impacting business, industry and global markets, and what we all can do to address it n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Regulation Politics Government Environment Social Impact Energy Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-climate-change Tue, 09 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Decentralised identity: first step towards banking the unbanked https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/decentralised-identity A decentralised digital and economic identity can improve the lives of the impoverished and unlock hidden economic value in places where traditional banks fear to tread e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Commerce Risk Technology Digital Innovation Banking Privacy Global Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/decentralised-identity Tue, 09 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT How can leaders get employees to change? Adopt a net-promoter mindset https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/change-employees-leaders There are three important keys for leaders in overcoming change management barriers with employees, write UNSW Business School's Bradley Hastings and Gavin Schwarz g.schwarz@unsw.edu.au (Gavin Schwarz) Psychology Employee engagement Management Behaviour Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/change-employees-leaders Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why Facebook's meta-morphosis won't fix ethics headache https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/facebook-meta-ethical-business Facebook is under fire (again) for its questionable business ethics – what exactly did it do wrong and what will happen as a result? r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Risk Technology Corporate Governance Ethics Leadership Digital Data Social media Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/facebook-meta-ethical-business Thu, 04 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT Slower Chinese economic growth inevitable without internal reform https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-economic-growth For China to continue its economic growth, it will need to invest more in human capital and ensure a stable and predictable legal regime, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 China Trade Economy Energy Technology Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-economic-growth Wed, 03 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT How investors can hedge against inflation in times of uncertainty https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investors-inflation-market With inflation on the rise, investors are looking for safe havens for their money – and markets that were considered riskier in the past are now looking increasingly attractive j.doran@unsw.edu.au (James Doran) Risk Real estate Markets Economics Shareholders Energy Economy Finance Investment Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investors-inflation-market Tue, 02 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT The 'S' in ESG and what it truly means for corporate sustainability https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/social-esg-truly-means-corporate-sustainability The social pillar in ESG is critical because it both reflects the 'how and why' of a company, and social movements are the only real way to create the positive and lasting change the planet needs michele.roberts@unsw.edu.au (Michele Roberts) Environment Corporate Governance Ethics Gender Economy Diversity Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/social-esg-truly-means-corporate-sustainability Mon, 01 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT AI: friend or foe? (and what business leaders need to know) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-business-technology Artificial intelligence presents significant opportunities for business – as well as not insignificant threats to humanity – and governance frameworks are urgently needed to create a fair and equitable future under AI s.kirshner@unsw.edu.au (Sam Kirshner) Customer experience Risk Technology Ethics Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-business-technology Thu, 28 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT Coach your people to switch from 'survive' to 'thrive' mode https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coach-people-switch-survive-thrive-mode Understanding what motivates your people can help you connect with your staff and prevent them from becoming disengaged as they contend with the uncertainty wrought by the pandemic, write IMD's Michael Watkins and Brenda Steinberg (I by IMD) COVID-19 Leadership Human resources Business Strategy Management Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coach-people-switch-survive-thrive-mode Wed, 27 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT Australia's 'underclass': vulnerable job seekers don't get the help they need https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-underclass-vulnerable-job-seekers There is no single winning formula to help Australia's most disadvantaged and vulnerable job seekers, write UNSW Sydney's Siobhan O'Sullivan, University of Melbourne's Mark Considine and Maynooth University's Michael McGann () COVID-19 Employee engagement Social Impact Policy Government Employment Regulation Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-underclass-vulnerable-job-seekers Tue, 26 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT Indigenous tourism presents new opportunities for Australia's travel industry https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indigenous-tourism-australia-travel-industry It’s no big secret that Australian tourism has faced a tough time over the past two years, and now the industry is looking for new ways to create exciting domestic travel experiences () COVID-19 Environment Diversity Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indigenous-tourism-australia-travel-industry Mon, 25 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT How Alison Mirams champions gender diversity in the construction industry https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/champion-gender-diversity-alison-mirams-construction-industry Changing the culture of any industry isn’t easy, but in the ‘man’s world’ of construction, Roberts Co’s founding CEO proves gender diversity in any workplace is possible () Regulation Real estate Housing Government Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/champion-gender-diversity-alison-mirams-construction-industry Thu, 21 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT Did JobKeeper save Australia's economy from COVID-19? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobkeeper-save-australia-economy-covid-19 When COVID-19 struck, Australia’s Treasury didn’t have the luxury of years of work, refinement and debate to develop JobKeeper – it had to perform battlefield surgery, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Regulation Government Budget Economy Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobkeeper-save-australia-economy-covid-19 Wed, 20 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT Localisation: where effective supply chain management meets smart politics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/localisation-supply-chain-management With global threats from COVID to trade tensions exposing companies to costly disruptions, leaders should be thinking about supply chain resilience and regionalisation, write Salvatore Cantale and David Bach (I by IMD) Trade Business Strategy Risk Economy Commerce Economics Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/localisation-supply-chain-management Tue, 19 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT A bad economic bet: What will climate change inaction cost Australia? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-australia From higher mortgages to hoarding outdated technologies, how will the government's current stance on climate change affect the economy for Australians? richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Risk Environment Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Government Innovation Global Energy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-australia Mon, 18 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT Tech in Australia: why wealth isn't the best measure of success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tech-australia-wealth-measure-success Australian tech is worth billions and making waves on a global scale, but there is still room for improvement in how research, industry and government collaborate to generate real success (Topaz Conway) Start-ups Entrepreneurship Innovation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tech-australia-wealth-measure-success Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT Laugh at the US if you will, but Australia narrowly escaped a debt ceiling https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/us-australia-debt-ceiling The US debt ceiling is a form of self-delusion and Australian politicians made the right decision in abolishing the country's own debt ceiling, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Politics Government Finance Economy Economics Policy Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/us-australia-debt-ceiling Wed, 13 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT Food for thought: how regenerative agriculture is changing Australia’s food industry https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ethical-sustainable-regenerative-agriculture-changing-australia-food-industry Customers are demanding ethical and sustainable food products, and regenerative agriculture offers a self-sufficient solution that keeps costs low and quality high n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Brands Environment Ethics Social media Marketing Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ethical-sustainable-regenerative-agriculture-changing-australia-food-industry Tue, 12 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT How better leadership in hospitals can improve patient outcomes https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leadership-hospitals-communication New research has found an improved approach to leadership coordination and communication in hospitals can improve patient outcomes g.schwarz@unsw.edu.au (Gavin Schwarz) COVID-19 Health Employment Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leadership-hospitals-communication Mon, 11 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Business of Tourism https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-tourism This episode explores the rise of Indigenous tourism experiences and the opportunity they bring to Australia’s tourism industry n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) COVID-19 Customer experience Leadership Management Business Strategy Global Employment Economy Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-tourism Wed, 06 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Business of Food https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-of-food This episode investigates how the food industry is responding to the sustainable food movement n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Health Entrepreneurship Consumers Management Business Strategy Economy Commerce https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-of-food Wed, 06 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Business of AI https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-of-ai This episode unpacks how businesses and governments can better understand and implement AI n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Risk Technology Ethics Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Privacy Entrepreneurship Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-of-ai Wed, 06 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why Evergrande's executives can expect a fate worse than debt https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/evergrande-chinese-government The Chinese government could mitigate economic fallout while deterring corrupt behaviour in addressing the Evergrande crisis, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) China Real estate Government Finance Corporate Governance Risk Ethics Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/evergrande-chinese-government Wed, 06 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT Is business or government responsible for getting Australia to 80% vaccination? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-government-responsible-australia-vaccination As Australia edges closer to vaccination rollout targets needed to open international borders, big businesses have been stepping up – but is it their responsibility to speed up the government's plan? t.wilcox@unsw.edu.au (Tracy Wilcox) COVID-19 Regulation Employment Employee engagement Corporate Governance Social Impact Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-government-responsible-australia-vaccination Mon, 04 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT Why is cryptocurrency so threatening for some governments? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cryptocurrency-government-society The adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender in El Salvador is a monumental event and many traditional institutions would like to see it fail, writes UNSW Business School's Eric Lim e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Cryptocurrency Technology Government Digital Currency Economics Global Politics Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cryptocurrency-government-society Thu, 30 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT How has COVID changed the way we should collaborate and innovate? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/work-collaborate-innovate Organisations need to adopt a specific approach to hybrid working in order to improve collaboration, communication, productivity and innovation f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Employee engagement Technology Human resources Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/work-collaborate-innovate Wed, 29 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT A simple way to cut carbon emissions: don't let polluters hide https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/carbon-emissions-polluters Disclosure requirements force companies to own up to their customers and investors and face the reality of their carbon emissions, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Regulation China Environment Energy Policy Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/carbon-emissions-polluters Tue, 28 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT Sustainable solutions to gender inequality in the labour force https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/underemployment-women-gender-labour The latest underemployment and labour force participation figures underscore gender inequalities and suggest disadvantages are being passed onto future generations e.dechter@unsw.edu.au (Evgenia Dechter) COVID-19 Equality Employment Data Social Impact Gender https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/underemployment-women-gender-labour Mon, 27 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT The top 5 communication pitfalls to avoid during a CEO transition https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/communication-ceo-transition There are five considerations when it comes to developing an effective plan for maximising communication during CEO transitions, write Donna Teach and Michael Watkins (I by IMD) Employment Management Shareholders Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/communication-ceo-transition Thu, 23 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT We're doing well despite Delta, but 3 major economic challenges loom https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-economic-recovery Australia faces problems with its economic road to recovery if three big structural reform areas are not addressed, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Politics Housing Government Employment Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-economic-recovery Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why is a ‘positive duty’ to prevent workplace sexual harassment so important? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/positive-duty-prevent-workplace-sexual-harassment The Morrison government says existing laws already provide a positive duty to prevent sexual harassment but do they go far enough? sue.williamson@unsw.edu.au (Sue Williamson) Regulation Employment Employee engagement Management Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/positive-duty-prevent-workplace-sexual-harassment Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT A message to the marketing world: purpose drives growth and good https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/marketing-purpose-good An increasing number of companies are looking at their triple bottom line and how marketing can assist in communicating a meaningful purpose beyond profit – for the benefit of all johnr@agsm.edu.au (John Roberts) Brands Customer experience Social Impact Corporate Governance Ethics Leadership Business Strategy Shareholders Diversity Equality Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/marketing-purpose-good Mon, 20 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT Outsourcing offshore? How to pick the perfect partner (and get customers on board) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/offshore-partner-benefit-customers-outsourcing UNSW Business School researchers test a new 'service offshoring fit' model that shows what brands should look for to find an ideal offshore partner and how to communicate the benefits of outsourcing to customers g.gregory@unsw.edu.au (Gary Gregory) Asia-Pacific Customer experience Marketing Business Strategy Brands Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/offshore-partner-benefit-customers-outsourcing Thu, 16 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT AI chatbots: How IBM and UNSW are working together to solve industry problems https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-chatbots-ibm-unsw Graduates with skills to design and build virtual assistants like chatbots are in high demand as organisations increasingly turn to AI technology to solve business challenges j.cadeaux@unsw.edu.au (Jack Cadeaux) Brands User experience Business Strategy Innovation Social media Start-ups Marketing Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-chatbots-ibm-unsw Wed, 15 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT When managing change in the virtual world, less is definitely more https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/managing-change-virtual-world It’s always been tough for CEOs to drive through new ways of working, and the virtual office has added to the challenge. But there are solutions, write Ask Agger and Jennifer Jordan (I by IMD) COVID-19 Technology Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/managing-change-virtual-world Tue, 14 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT How machine learning is improving job transitions through skills matchmaking https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/machine-learning-job-transitions Researchers have developed a machine learning-based system that acts as a skills matchmaker to assist with the process of effective job transitions Mary-Anne.Williams@unsw.edu.au (Mary-Anne Williams) COVID-19 Technology Gig economy Human resources Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Psychology Data Employment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/machine-learning-job-transitions Mon, 13 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT The top 5 professional skills accountants need for success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/professional-skills-accountants There are a number of important hard and soft skills that accountants need in order to excel in their professional roles, according to Isha Miglani, an award-winning accountant in the entertainment industry p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Accounting Finance Business Strategy Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/professional-skills-accountants Thu, 09 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT How contractor-managers can successfully lead from the outside https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/contractor-manager This is how successful contractor-managers leverage their outsider status to navigate office politics, encourage talented workers and get things done (Knowledge at Wharton) Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/contractor-manager Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT Is Australia’s coronavirus bill a debt burden future generations must bear? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/debt-government-australia The Australian government is spending at unprecedented levels with the coronavirus pandemic. Where does this money come from, and can governments keep borrowing – without saddling young people with too much debt? gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) COVID-19 Government Finance Risk Economy Economics Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/debt-government-australia Tue, 07 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT How might consumer data rights in banking transform our lives? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/banking-consumer-data Customers – not banks – will own their banking history under changes that are already in motion, and it's likely other industries will adopt a similar approach, writes UNSW Law & Justice's Professor Ross Buckley () Customer experience Technology Digital Innovation Banking Data Privacy Finance Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/banking-consumer-data Mon, 06 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT From battlefield to boardroom: lessons in military crisis leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-lessons-military-crisis-leadership All leaders make mistakes – but it's what they learn from them that truly counts, says former military officer turned non-executive board director Alison Creagh AM CSC () COVID-19 Social Impact Business Strategy Leadership Diversity Security https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-lessons-military-crisis-leadership Thu, 02 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT The power of calling in effective talent management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/effective-talent-management A highly focused strategic HR system can promote positive work behaviours among employees through building a sense of calling (China Business Knowledge) Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/effective-talent-management Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT Business insolvency rates show post-Jobkeeper fallout yet to emerge https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-insolvency-rates-jobkeeper Australia is not yet seeing the level of business insolvency rates predicted for when Jobkeeper and other support measures came to an end a.hargovan@unsw.edu.au (Anil Hargovan) COVID-19 Risk Policy Government Business Strategy Economics Employment Economy Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-insolvency-rates-jobkeeper Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT The essential elements to successful negotiation and dispute resolution https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/successful-negotiation-dispute-resolution Focusing on post-negotiation outcomes and aiming for consensus increase the chances of successful dispute resolution, write Suzanne C. De Janasz, Michael Watkins, Christopher Zintel and Susan Stehli (I by IMD) Psychology Management Behaviour Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/successful-negotiation-dispute-resolution Mon, 30 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT Four ways COVID-19 affects CSR reporting (and what to do about it) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/COVID-CSR-sustainability-reporting-organisations How is the COVID-19 pandemic affecting decision making on sustainability reporting, and what can organisations do to mitigate the adverse effects? k.humphreys@unsw.edu.au (Kerry Humphreys) COVID-19 Regulation Environment Government Investment Corporate Governance Risk Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/COVID-CSR-sustainability-reporting-organisations Thu, 26 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT Young adults’ mental health most affected by COVID restrictions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mental-health-covid-restrictions A new study finds the mental health of young adults aged 18 to 34 is the most affected by restrictions associated with COVID-19 e.sojli@unsw.edu.au (Elvira Sojli) COVID-19 Social Impact Policy Human resources Leadership Management Psychology Health Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mental-health-covid-restrictions Wed, 25 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT 4.6% unemployment rate hints at what’s possible, but it’s not the real thing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unemployment-wages-lockdown The latest ABS labour force figures provide the first tiny glimpse into the labour-market fallout from Australia’s recent lockdowns, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Government Employment Finance Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unemployment-wages-lockdown Tue, 24 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT Are you experiencing burnout? Here’s what to look out for https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lockdown-burnout-work-symptoms-strategies Feeling exhausted, unable to concentrate and want to withdraw and disconnect from the world and those around you? You could be heading towards burnout, write UNSW Sydney's Gabriela Tavella and Gordon Parker () COVID-19 Health Psychology Employee engagement Management Risk Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lockdown-burnout-work-symptoms-strategies Mon, 23 Aug 2021 07:00:00 GMT Are hybrid work models good for diversity and inclusion? Not necessarily https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-work-diversity-inclusion A hybrid work model isn’t automatically better for the purposes of diversity and inclusion. That's up to management to determine, say UNSW Business School academics (Leisa Sargent) COVID-19 Human resources Leadership Management Innovation Gender Employment Diversity Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hybrid-work-diversity-inclusion Thu, 19 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why the workplace chameleon is a paradox for diversity and inclusion https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chameleon-diversity-inclusion Do employees need to be like chameleons to survive certain corporate cultures, despite the best efforts of diversity and inclusion initiatives? (Jessica Yustantio) Psychology Equality Employment Diversity Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chameleon-diversity-inclusion Wed, 18 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT If you want predictions, ask an astrologer. Economists have better things to do https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/predictions-economists Economists have contributed to a richer understanding of important public-policy questions by combining rich data with clever empirical methods, says UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) History Social media Data Economy Policy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/predictions-economists Tue, 17 Aug 2021 07:00:00 GMT Want the best performance and productivity? Take a rest https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/executives-performance-productivity Executives can learn how to optimise productivity and performance by studying the training routines of Olympic athletes, write IMD Business School's Susan Goldsworthy and Lindsay Sarah Krasnoff (I by IMD) Health Psychology Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/executives-performance-productivity Mon, 16 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT How Woolworths became Australia’s most trusted brand https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/woolworths-australia-trusted-brand Australia's largest supermarket chain remains one of the country's most trusted brands, thanks to its ability to innovate and meet customers’ changing demands throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, says Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci () COVID-19 Brands Employee engagement Customer experience User experience Leadership Management Business Strategy Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/woolworths-australia-trusted-brand Wed, 11 Aug 2021 07:00:00 GMT Why investors want to see more CSR reporting from companies https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investors-csr-reporting Investors and other stakeholders are increasingly demanding CSR reporting to evaluate companies in a more comprehensive and well-rounded manner hien.hoang@unsw.edu.au (Hien Hoang) Risk Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Leadership Management Markets Business Strategy Economics Shareholders Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investors-csr-reporting Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT Four effective and practical ways leaders can truly do more with less https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-effective-practical-ways-leaders-more-less By prioritising projects, communicating the 'why' and truly recognising how individuals perform under pressure, leaders can encourage their teams to work effectively and minimise the risk of burnout c.g.collins@unsw.edu.au (Catherine Collins) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-effective-practical-ways-leaders-more-less Tue, 10 Aug 2021 07:00:00 GMT What was the real impact of COVID-19 on our mental health? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mental-health-covid A new research review suggests people’s psychological immune system is strong enough to overcome the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Health Psychology Human resources Leadership Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mental-health-covid Mon, 09 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT Practical lessons in entrepreneurial business success from Jonathan Lui https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jonathan-lui-entrepreneur-business For most entrepreneurs, there is no secret ingredient to business success – all you need is a problem in need of a solution, some professional experience, and a good team behind you, says Soho App founder and CEO Jonathan Lui () Brands Customer experience Technology Digital Business Strategy Innovation Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jonathan-lui-entrepreneur-business Thu, 05 Aug 2021 07:00:00 GMT Should governments run venture capital and private equity funds? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/governments-venture-capital-private-equity-funds Private investors in government-owned venture capital have a positive impact, according to UNSW Business School’s Jo-Ann Suchard and Mark Humphery-Jenner j.suchard@unsw.edu.au (Jo-Ann Suchard) Policy Corporate Governance Government Economics Global Politics Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/governments-venture-capital-private-equity-funds Wed, 04 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT Uber’s impact on traffic accidents is a lesson in calculating social benefit https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/uber-traffic-accidents-social-benefit New research shows Uber has led to a reduction in drunk driving and offers a system to tally up the total social value of other business or technological innovations richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Gig economy Regulation Consumers Social Impact Technology Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/uber-traffic-accidents-social-benefit Tue, 03 Aug 2021 07:00:00 GMT What are the external factors that influence academic excellence? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/education-naplan-student There are a number of significant social and community-related factors outside of the school system which play an important role in academic excellence richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Equality Data Social Impact Policy Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/education-naplan-student Thu, 29 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT Five ways leaders can create trust in times of uncertainty https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-information-trust-uncertainty The key to creating trust as a leader is clear communication – even in times of uncertainty when you don't have all the information k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) COVID-19 Employee engagement Business Strategy Management Leadership Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-information-trust-uncertainty Wed, 28 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT Three simple ways to get ahead in your career: Sheila Vijeyarasa https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-ways-get-ahead-career-sheila-vijeyarasa Sheila Vijeyarasa, founder of Empowering Intuition, describes the skills she gained from completing an MBA at AGSM @ UNSW Business School, and says there are three simple ways aspiring leaders can get ahead in their careers. () Leadership Business Strategy Management Employee engagement Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-ways-get-ahead-career-sheila-vijeyarasa Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why most economists continue to back lockdowns https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economists-lockdowns Dealing with the pandemic requires collaboration and insights from a range of disciplines, write UNSW Business School's Richard Holden and The University of Queensland's John Quiggin richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Risk Policy Leadership Government Economics Health Economy Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economists-lockdowns Tue, 27 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT How to spot and avoid greenwashing in supply chains https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/greenwashing-supply-chains Higher profits brought about by greenwashing are short-lived – only truly green supply chains can improve firms’ capital market valuation in the long term, according to research (China Business Knowledge) China Trade Brands Corporate Governance Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/greenwashing-supply-chains Mon, 26 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT From audio apps to food delivery, picking winners in era of change https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/work-payment-delivery-company-apps Keeping a fluid mindset is vital as we steer a course towards a post-pandemic business landscape. IMD Business School's Howard Yu identifies four trends that are likely to outlast COVID-19 (I by IMD) COVID-19 Cryptocurrency Technology Gig economy Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Global Marketing Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/work-payment-delivery-company-apps Thu, 22 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why should financial regulators worry about exorbitant house prices? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/financial-regulators-housing-australia A new UNSW Sydney report recommends a Royal Commission and broader RBA remit to address the effect of soaring house prices on productivity, economic instability and inequality a.asher@unsw.edu.au (Anthony Asher) Regulation Population ageing Real estate Housing Government Risk Retirement Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/financial-regulators-housing-australia Wed, 21 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT Sustainable investment is on the rise globally. Is Australia being left behind? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainability-investment-australia Investors might consider unsustainable investments in Australia safe considering the government’s inaction towards sustainability, but moves from global bodies are still likely to impact these investments financially k.fong@unsw.edu.au (Kingsley Fong) Risk Environment Social Impact Management Global Shareholders Energy Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainability-investment-australia Tue, 20 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT Australia's unemployment rate hits decade low amid lockdown gloom https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-unemployment-rate-lockdown Australia’s unemployment rate has fallen below 5 per cent for the first time in a decade, but it's not time to celebrate just yet, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Gig economy Employment Data Economy Regulation Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-unemployment-rate-lockdown Mon, 19 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT How middle managers can help make a more equitable workplace https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/middle-managers-equitable-workplace Middle managers shape the daily expectations of their employees, which means they have the power to create a more equitable workplace culture (Knowledge at Wharton) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Diversity Management Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/middle-managers-equitable-workplace Thu, 15 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT How to live your truth: spiritual guidance for corporate leaders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/spiritual-guidance-corporate-leaders From corporate executive to author, career mentor and spiritual teacher, Sheila Vijeyarasa’s career has been anything but linear – her experience proves that to get ahead, today’s corporate leaders must forge their own path instead of doing what is expected of them () Management Leadership Entrepreneurship Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/spiritual-guidance-corporate-leaders Wed, 14 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT Why RBA's forward guidance on interest rate policy is a dangerous game https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rba-inflation-policy The Reserve Bank Governor's 'forward guidance' approach runs the risk of being unable to adapt to changing circumstances, says UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Regulation Government Economy Markets Banking Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rba-inflation-policy Tue, 13 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT Always be learning: the key to Dr Richard Tarvin’s business success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/richard-tarvin-business-success As far as career paths go, it’s fair to say that Dr Richard Tarvin’s has been unorthodox – but a shining example of continuous learning in action and a practical demonstration of what a bright mind, ambition and a “can-do” attitude will achieve () Markets Entrepreneurship Investment Finance Leadership Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/richard-tarvin-business-success Mon, 12 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT A surge in demand: what record job vacancies mean for Australia https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/record-job-vacancies-australia Australia has experienced its largest-ever spike in job vacancies in the last quarter, but a quarter of employers reported they were struggling to fill roles raja.junankar@unsw.edu.au (Raja Junankar) COVID-19 Gig economy Labour relations Start-ups Employment Data Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/record-job-vacancies-australia Thu, 08 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT HR strengths: three keys to effective employee crisis communication https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hr-strengths-employee-crisis-communication As crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic emerge and evolve, leaders should utilise these Human Resource (HR) strengths to communicate critical information to employees k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) COVID-19 Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hr-strengths-employee-crisis-communication Wed, 07 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT Amazon’s prime movers face a tricky transition https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/amazon-board-ceo-chair Jeff Bezos will find the move from CEO to Chairman of the Board far from easy. IMD Business School's Didier Cossin and Michael Watkins provide advice on avoiding the pitfalls (I by IMD) Employment Corporate Governance Management Business Strategy Shareholders Human resources Leadership Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/amazon-board-ceo-chair Tue, 06 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT Australia's ageing population: why the reality of the intergenerational report may be worse https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ageing-population-intergenerational-report With an ageing population and slowing productivity growth, CEPAR's Rafal Chomik says a lot would need to go right to meet projections in the latest intergenerational report (Rafal Chomik) Population ageing COVID-19 Superannuation Policy Government Data Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ageing-population-intergenerational-report Mon, 05 Jul 2021 07:00:00 GMT The new rules for managing knowledge workers in a post-COVID world https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/managing-knowledge-workers-covid Managers need to follow a three-step process to get the best performance and productivity out of knowledge workers in hybrid working arrangements g.shinkle@unsw.edu.au (George Shinkle) COVID-19 Employee engagement Human resources Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Labour relations Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/managing-knowledge-workers-covid Thu, 01 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT Digital activism: how social media fuelled the Bersih movement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/activism-social-media-Bersih-movement While social media played a key role in empowering the masses in Malaysia's Bersih movement, it still took some form of organisation and formalisation to sustain the global social movement carmen.leong@unsw.edu.au (Carmen Leong) Politics Law Government Social media Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/activism-social-media-Bersih-movement Wed, 30 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT How to halve serious injuries and deaths from teenage driving accidents https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/serious-injuries-deaths-teenage-driving-accidents Australia appears to have cracked the case on teen driver safety by restricting late-night passengers, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Regulation Health Social Impact Behaviour Risk Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/serious-injuries-deaths-teenage-driving-accidents Tue, 29 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT 9 ways to position the business of today for tomorrow: David Gonski AC https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/future-proof-business-david-gonski The key to keeping ahead in business and ready for future disruptions is to be open to new ideas, says David Gonski AC, Chancellor of UNSW Sydney () Business Strategy COVID-19 Start-ups Entrepreneurship Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/future-proof-business-david-gonski Mon, 28 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT US lawmakers are taking a massive swipe at big tech. If it lands, the impact will be felt globally https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lawmakers-big-tech-impact Five antitrust laws proposed in the US aim to aggressively rein in the market power of “big tech” companies and change the way they do business, writes UNSW Sydney's Katharine Kemp () Technology Corporate Governance Ethics Digital Data Global Social media Law Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lawmakers-big-tech-impact Thu, 24 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT Fuse soft skills and digital for customer centricity on steroids https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/soft-skills-digital-customer-centricity Companies must blend soft skills such as empathy, humility and audacity with digital innovation to achieve true customer centricity, write IMD Business School's Didier Bonnet, Katharina Lange and Frédéric Dalsace (I by IMD) Customer experience Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Global Marketing Behaviour Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/soft-skills-digital-customer-centricity Wed, 23 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why has growth slowed globally? It has something to do with technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/productivity-innovations-investment Innovations in technology are needed to boost productivity, improve living standards and lift GDP, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Technology Policy Government Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Economics Global Economy Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/productivity-innovations-investment Tue, 22 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT Fuelling the fires of innovation and entrepreneurship at Shippit https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/innovation-entrepreneurship-shippit An award-winning approach to innovation and entrepreneurship has helped Shippit become the fastest-growing shipping platform in the Asia Pacific c.vantoorn@unsw.edu.au (Christine Van Toorn) COVID-19 Employee engagement Customer experience Risk Technology Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Start-ups Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/innovation-entrepreneurship-shippit Mon, 21 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT COVIDSafe: how privacy concerns impact contact tracing app use https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/COVIDSafe-privacy-contact-tracing There is a discrepancy between individuals’ intentions to protect their privacy to how they behave when it comes to contact tracing apps such as COVIDSafe lemuria.carter@unsw.edu.au (Lemuria Carter) COVID-19 Privacy Regulation User experience Security Data Government Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/COVIDSafe-privacy-contact-tracing Thu, 17 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why it’s not the Reserve Bank’s job to worry about housing prices https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inflation-australia Although the prospect of inflation is an important consideration, the Reserve Bank of Australia shouldn't be spooked into raising interest rates, says UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Real estate Markets Housing Government Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inflation-australia Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why Australia needs a dual strategy for its trade relationship with China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-strategy-trade-relationship-china Australia wants the World Trade Organisation to rein in China's "economic coercion", but it also needs to constructively engage with China on trade disputes, write Weihuan Zhou and Markus Wagner () Commerce Risk Policy Asia-Pacific Government Economics Global Politics Economy Trade China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-strategy-trade-relationship-china Tue, 15 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT What are the hidden costs of COVID-19 lockdowns? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-lockdowns-cost Research details new ways of measuring the effects of prolonged lockdowns and suggests policy responses should address both the seen and unseen costs of COVID-19 gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) COVID-19 Risk Social Impact Policy Government Aged care Health Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-lockdowns-cost Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT Digital automation: reaping the benefits requires careful planning and processes https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-automation-planning-processes Careful planning and processes are required to manage the speed, resources, sponsor commitment and change activities associated with technology implementations, writes IMD Business School's Bettina Büchel (I by IMD) User experience Data Analytics Investment Digital Technology Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-automation-planning-processes Wed, 09 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT Can the law truly protect consumers from data profiling? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/law-protect-consumers-data-profiling It is clear that consumers expect the law to protect them when it comes to how their data is collected, shared and used. But is the law enough? r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Privacy Regulation Security Consumers Social Impact Digital Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/law-protect-consumers-data-profiling Tue, 08 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT Why ASIC’s crusade against activist short selling will be bad for regular folk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/activist-short-selling-market-regulation Activist short selling plays an important role in keeping financial markets accountable and efficient, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Markets Economics Banking Shareholders Finance Law Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/activist-short-selling-market-regulation Mon, 07 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT Lucy Turnbull’s three lessons in leadership and forging successful careers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lucy-turnbull-three-lessons-leadership-successful-careers From promoting women to boost organisational culture to pursuing her interests and taking opportunities as they arise, Lucy Turnbull AO shares the key insights from her illustrious career () Entrepreneurship Diversity Investment Management Leadership Government https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lucy-turnbull-three-lessons-leadership-successful-careers Thu, 03 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT How evidence-based marketing can change public health and nutrition for good https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/evidence-based-marketing-health-nutrition A new study by UNSW Business School shows how businesses and brands can provide more credible and trustworthy food and nutrition messages to the public n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Health Social media Brands Marketing Social Impact Behaviour Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/evidence-based-marketing-health-nutrition Wed, 02 Jun 2021 07:00:00 GMT How common ownership of start-ups improves innovation efficiency https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/common-ownership-start-ups-VCs Common ownership of start-ups by venture capitalists has a positive impact on correlative ratios between R&D output to funding (Knowledge at Wharton) Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Global Shareholders Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/common-ownership-start-ups-VCs Tue, 01 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT Bounce-back in private business investments signals possibility of very good news https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bounce-back-private-business-investments The latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reveal businesses are optimistic about the future and are looking to expand despite ever-present uncertainties, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Markets Investment Economy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bounce-back-private-business-investments Mon, 31 May 2021 07:00:00 GMT Navigating the noise: how ambient sound affects trading performance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ambient-sound-affects-trading-performance Ambient sound affects financial traders’ ability to perceive financial risks and UNSW Business School research suggests their workspaces can be designed to improve efficiency elise@unsw.edu.au (Elise Payzan-LeNestour) COVID-19 Employee engagement Leadership Markets Business Strategy Economics Psychology Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ambient-sound-affects-trading-performance Fri, 28 May 2021 07:00:00 GMT What do investors need to know before buying Bitcoins? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investors-buying-bitcoins Bitcoin’s price is volatile and it is extremely likely it will decrease in value over the next six months, says Elvira Sojli, Associate Professor of Finance in the School of Banking and Finance at UNSW Business School e.sojli@unsw.edu.au (Elvira Sojli) Cryptocurrency Markets Investment Finance Digital Risk Currency https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investors-buying-bitcoins Wed, 26 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT What is the role of large shareholders in monitoring corporate performance? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/large-shareholders-corporate-performance Research in China suggests that increased stock liquidity provides large shareholders with incentives to enhance monitoring activities and improve corporate governance (China Business Knowledge) Risk Corporate Governance Markets Business Strategy Economics Global Shareholders Finance Investment China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/large-shareholders-corporate-performance Wed, 26 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT Six leadership myths debunked during the pandemic https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leadership-myths-people-work Many beliefs about leadership, people and work have evaporated before our eyes over the past 18 months, and some of these beliefs have been held for so long that they became myths, writes IMD Business School's Susan Goldsworthy (I by IMD) COVID-19 Employee engagement Human resources Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Global Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leadership-myths-people-work Tue, 25 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT Wages growth desultory, unemployment stunning https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/wages-unemployment-labour Australia's official unemployment rate falling to 5.5 per cent is enough to make a treasurer dance. But with low wages growth we shouldn't get too carried away, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Politics Government Employment Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/wages-unemployment-labour Mon, 24 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT How to avoid the ethical pitfalls of artificial intelligence and machine learning https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ethical-pitfalls-artificial-intelligence-machine-learning While many organisations are developing and implementing a range of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) solutions, there are costly reputational, regulatory and legal risks that need to be carefully considered in the process (Peter Leonard) Risk Technology Policy Ethics Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Privacy Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ethical-pitfalls-artificial-intelligence-machine-learning Thu, 20 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT NFTs: a turning point for digital content creators and artists? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/non-fungible-tokens-nfts While non-fungible tokens (NFTs) may seem like a fad, they are revolutionising how digital content creators and artists create new business models e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Cryptocurrency Entrepreneurship Digital Currency Commerce Technology Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/non-fungible-tokens-nfts Wed, 19 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT Budget changes make Pension Loans Scheme more attractive to senior homeowners https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pension-loans-scheme While changes in the 2021-22 Federal Budget make the Pension Loans Scheme more attractive for senior homeowners, there is more that can be done, write UNSW Business School's Katja Hanewald, Hazel Bateman and Katie Sun h.bateman@unsw.edu.au (Hazel Bateman) Population ageing Housing Budget Aged care Retirement Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pension-loans-scheme Mon, 17 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT Federal Budget 2021-22 earns a “C-grade” rating from economists https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/federal-budget-2021-22-c-grade-economists While the federal government is spending big in its 2021-22 federal budget, there are a number of important questions around whether the government is spending in the right areas, says UNSW Business School’s Gigi Foster gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Policy Government Economics Budget Politics Employment Economy Tax Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/federal-budget-2021-22-c-grade-economists Thu, 13 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT Did the 2021-22 federal budget miss the right spending mark? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/federal-budget-spending There are a number of important questions around whether the government is spending in the right areas with its 2021-22 federal budget, says Gigi Foster, Professor of Economics at UNSW Business School gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Population ageing Government Budget Aged care Retirement Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/federal-budget-spending Wed, 12 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT Budget 2021-22: the floppy-V-shaped recovery https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-2021-recovery While the federal government is spending big in the budget, this won't necessarily translate into stronger employment and wages growth, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Regulation Politics Government Employment Budget Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-2021-recovery Wed, 12 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why the RBA wants to cut unemployment, not soaring house prices https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rba-unemployment-house-prices The RBA has said it will look to zero in on unemployment, but this puts the onus on the government to take action to rein in home prices, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Policy Government Markets Banking Budget Politics Economy Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rba-unemployment-house-prices Tue, 11 May 2021 07:00:00 GMT How Karl Chong pandemic-proofed his new business in New York https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/karl-chong-pandemic-proofed-business-new-york A keen focus on purpose, strategy and leadership have helped entrepreneur Karl Chong overcome pandemic-related challenges in starting his new business in New York () COVID-19 Employee engagement Risk Human resources Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Global Start-ups Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/karl-chong-pandemic-proofed-business-new-york Mon, 10 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT Should the government worry about its record debt in the federal budget? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/debt-australia-economy While the federal government is currently carrying record levels of debt, there are more important considerations for the Australian economy in the federal budget, says UNSW Business School gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Politics Government Employment Budget Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/debt-australia-economy Thu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT Does the government’s budget childcare package fall short? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-childcare-package As Australia’s economy emerges from recession in 2020, universal basic childcare is a no-brainer when it comes to stimulating growth and productivity, says UNSW Business School gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Regulation Government Employment Budget Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-childcare-package Wed, 05 May 2021 00:00:00 GMT The Bitcoin bubble: four predictions about the future of cryptocurrency https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bitcoin-bubble-cryptocurrency The market is filled with irrational exuberance when it comes to Bitcoin, and this could affect whether or not the cryptocurrency becomes a legitimate form of payment in the near future, says UNSW Business School's Elvira Sojli e.sojli@unsw.edu.au (Elvira Sojli) Cryptocurrency Technology Markets Banking Privacy Economy Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bitcoin-bubble-cryptocurrency Tue, 04 May 2021 07:00:00 GMT Electric trucks are curbing transport emissions – but passenger vehicles might take a little longer https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/electric-trucks-transport-emissions Companies are making commitments to cut carbon emissions and UNSW Sydney experts say the business sector can play a key role in modernising their fleets through long-haul electric trucks () Gig economy Regulation Environment Social Impact Risk Energy Technology Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/electric-trucks-transport-emissions Tue, 04 May 2021 07:00:00 GMT Three economic facts point to a big-spending federal budget https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-spending-federal-budget Inflation, interest rates and booming mining royalties give the Morrison government scope to ignore the deficit daleks, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Social Impact Policy Government Politics Employment Economy Tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-spending-federal-budget Mon, 03 May 2021 07:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about Bitcoin risk, returns and diversification https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bitcoin-returns-risk Bitcoin has a number of risk and return characteristics, and investors need to factor in a number of important considerations when adding Bitcoin to a diversified portfolio, writes UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Cryptocurrency Markets Investment Finance Risk Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bitcoin-returns-risk Thu, 29 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT How diversity can be leveraged to drive organisational performance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/diversity-organisation-performance Greater diversity doesn't necessarily equal better performance, and organisations still have to be mindful of how diversity is managed in order to improve performance, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Employee engagement Social Impact Corporate Governance Leadership Gender Employment LGBTI Diversity Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/diversity-organisation-performance Wed, 28 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT Sometimes people can do with a break: 3 ways tax debt relief rules are too tough https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-debt-relief-rules Given that Australia's tax relief rules are outdated, policymakers should focus on three key points for reform, write UNSW Business School's Ann Kayis-Kumar, Kevin O'Rourke and Michael Walpole a.kayis@unsw.edu.au (Ann Kayis-Kumar) Regulation Government Accounting Tax Economy Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-debt-relief-rules Mon, 26 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT Managing global supply chain risks effectively: how outsourcing affects voluntary disclosures https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/outsourcing-global-supply-chains-voluntary-disclosures The uncertainties associated with outsourcing through global supply chains significantly reduce corporate voluntary disclosures, according to UNSW Business School research lili.dai@unsw.edu.au (Lili Dai) COVID-19 Risk Corporate Governance Business Strategy Global Economy Start-ups Investment Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/outsourcing-global-supply-chains-voluntary-disclosures Mon, 26 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT A world-first: Federal Court rules Google has misled users on personal location data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/federal-court-google-personal-location-data Companies need to be careful about their privacy policies and settings after the Federal Court found Google misled users about their data, writes UNSW Law's Katharine Kemp () Risk Technology Corporate Governance Ethics Digital Data Privacy Global Law Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/federal-court-google-personal-location-data Wed, 21 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT Forming innovative and successful strategic alliances amid market uncertainty https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-partner-innovation-alliance Market uncertainty can harm the innovative ability of companies in alliances, but partnering with foreign firms or outside the industry can mitigate these risks (China Business Knowledge) COVID-19 China Trade Markets Investment Business Strategy Innovation Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-partner-innovation-alliance Tue, 20 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT Is the future of money digital? Why the CBDC is a game-changer https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/CBDC-digital-currency-central-banks Should commercial banks be concerned about central banks issuing a new form of digital currency to individuals? () Cryptocurrency Technology Government Currency Innovation Banking Economy Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/CBDC-digital-currency-central-banks Tue, 20 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT Christine Holgate’s ‘principal’ error was applying corporate logic to Australia Post https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/incentives-australia-post Private-sector incentives don’t lead to the best outcomes when an organisation such as Australia Post needs to balance a hard-to-measure social mission with a relatively easy-to-measure corporate mission, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Government Employee engagement Corporate Governance Management Risk Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/incentives-australia-post Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why attractive and trustworthy Airbnb hosts can charge more https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Airbnb-attractive-trustworthy-host Airbnb hosts who appear to be more attractive and trustworthy charge up to 5 per cent more than their peers for similar listings, UNSW Business School research has found s.kirshner@unsw.edu.au (Sam Kirshner) Gig economy Customer experience User experience Technology Social Impact Innovation Analytics Data Privacy Behaviour Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Airbnb-attractive-trustworthy-host Thu, 15 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why the government's plan for dealing with sexual harassment in the workplace falls short https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-sexual-harassment-workplace The government's response to Kate Jenkins' landmark report on sexual harassment in the workplace doesn't go far enough, says UNSW Sydney's Emma Golledge, Dianne Anagnos, Madeleine Causbrook and Sean Bowes () Risk Policy Human resources Government Management Gender Employment Law Diversity Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-sexual-harassment-workplace Tue, 13 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT Do board committees hinder decision-making? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/board-committees-decision-making Committees of the corporate board could be hindering firms from making optimal strategic decisions, says UNSW Business School's Robert Tumarkin r.tumarkin@unsw.edu.au (Robert Tumarkin) Management Corporate Governance Business Strategy Risk Shareholders Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/board-committees-decision-making Tue, 13 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT To fix Australia’s housing affordability crisis, negative gearing must go https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-housing-affordability-crisis-negative-gearing Failing to address skyrocketing housing prices risks the future of young Australians and the financial system, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Regulation Real estate Politics Markets Housing Government Economy Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-housing-affordability-crisis-negative-gearing Mon, 12 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why swaps, options and other derivatives aren’t just for the financial elite https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/financial-savings While there has been plenty of justified criticism of the financial sector in recent years, new and better financial products can help small-time investors, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economy Superannuation Markets Investment Finance Risk Shareholders Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/financial-savings Wed, 07 Apr 2021 07:00:00 GMT Overcoming inequality: the not-so-hidden-cost of modern economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-political-inequality-tax We must rethink the political and ideological factors that have led to inequality in order to achieve a new era of economic justice, says French economist Thomas Piketty richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) History Politics Law Social Impact Tax Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-political-inequality-tax Tue, 06 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT How Macquarie Telecom Group creates the world's best customer experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/macquarie-telecom-tudehope-customer-experience David Tudehope, co-founder and CEO at Macquarie Telecom Group, says a completely transparent and brutally honest approach to customer service has been critical to its industry-leading net promoter scores and award-winning customer experience f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) COVID-19 Employee engagement Customer experience Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Start-ups Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/macquarie-telecom-tudehope-customer-experience Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why empathy training is unlikely to work for our politicians https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/empathy-training-politicians Sending recalcitrant politicians to empathy training courses is not where we should focus attention in order to address gender equality, says UNSW Canberra's Sue Williamson () Risk Human resources Ethics Leadership Management Politics Gender Diversity Behaviour Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/empathy-training-politicians Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Eight ways to improve safety in the road transport industry https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/safety-sustainability-road-transport The government must address issues around performance-based payment and subcontracting in the road transport industry if there are to be meaningful safety improvements in the sector m.quinlan@unsw.edu.au (Michael Quinlan) Gig economy Regulation Employment Management Social Impact Risk Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/safety-sustainability-road-transport Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT How is FinTech helping digital entrepreneurs in developing communities? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-entrepreneurs-farming-FinTech FinTech is playing an important role in helping digital entrepreneurs tap into growth opportunities in Indonesia's developing communities, according to UNSW Business School research carmen.leong@unsw.edu.au (Carmen Leong) Technology Social Impact Asia-Pacific Digital Innovation Banking Data Crowdfunding Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-entrepreneurs-farming-FinTech Wed, 24 Mar 2021 07:00:00 GMT Could COVID-19 be a turning point for ESG in China? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-ESG-investments-china Research has found that companies with a higher allocation of ESG assets performed much better on the stock market during the COVID-19 pandemic, which suggests ESG investments could help mitigate the risks posed by future crises (China Business Knowledge) COVID-19 China Environment Finance Corporate Governance Social Impact Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-ESG-investments-china Wed, 24 Mar 2021 07:00:00 GMT Moral courage meets strategic vision: the role of ethical leaders in an accelerating world https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/moral-courage-strategic-vision-ethical-leaders Leaders must measure up to the moral expectations of their employees, stakeholders and the public – while building trust in an increasingly sceptical environment () Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/moral-courage-strategic-vision-ethical-leaders Tue, 23 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Four ways managers can support women in leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/women-leadership-cybersecurity Women in business still face social and cultural barriers when it comes to leadership, but managers can create an environment that supports women and provides them with leadership opportunities n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) COVID-19 Equality Employee engagement Management Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/women-leadership-cybersecurity Fri, 19 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT The hidden cost of ride-hailing: is Uber bad for the environment? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hidden-toll-ride-hailing-uber-cities-environment Research shows that Uber’s carbon footprint depends largely on the characteristics of individual cities. () Gig economy Start-ups Environment Global Data Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hidden-toll-ride-hailing-uber-cities-environment Thu, 18 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Should universities try to capture more value from their research? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/universities-research-commercialisation This is why universities need to take a closer look at the value they are extracting by commercialising their patents and intellectual property (Knowledge at Wharton) COVID-19 Technology Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Global Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/universities-research-commercialisation Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Why Yallourn's closure signals it's high time for a carbon price https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/yallourn-closure-carbon-price For an orderly transition away from fossil fuels, Australia needs a carbon price to replace its hodgepodge of clumsy government interventions, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Environment Government Tax Social Impact Energy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/yallourn-closure-carbon-price Tue, 16 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT How COVID has impacted working women (and what to do about it) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-working-women While COVID-19 has disproportionately affected working women more than men, UNSW Canberra research has found a hybrid workplace could help progress gender equality () COVID-19 Human resources Leadership Management Innovation Gender Employment Diversity Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-working-women Mon, 15 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Can being promoted to leadership change who you are? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-development-personality New research into leadership, development and personality has found people adapt and grow more conscientious when promoted to supervisory roles at work () Employee engagement Management Behaviour Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-development-personality Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Rebuilding trust in financial services: 5 lessons for leaders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/trust-financial-services-lessons-leaders Trust is a crucial attribute of adaptive leaders in financial services, especially following the Royal Banking Commission and COVID-19, says Rob Adams, CEO and Managing Director at Perpetual () Employee engagement Customer experience Social Impact Corporate Governance Insurance Leadership Management Business Strategy Finance Diversity Behaviour Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/trust-financial-services-lessons-leaders Wed, 10 Mar 2021 07:00:00 GMT How universities can become more inclusive for all women (and men) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/universities-inclusive-women-men Forget the 'ideal worker' myth, Australia's universities need to become more inclusive for all women – and men will benefit too, write UNSW Sydney's Leisa Sargent and Eileen Baldry (Leisa Sargent) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Diversity Social Impact Behaviour Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/universities-inclusive-women-men Tue, 09 Mar 2021 07:00:00 GMT Why organisations fall victim to phishing attacks (and what to do about it) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/organisations-phishing-attacks UNSW Business School's Dr Yenni Tim speaks with Bianca Wirth, Director – Cyber & National Security Strategy & Governance Lead at KPMG Australia, about how organisations can prevent their employees from falling victim to cyber-attacks () Psychology Data Analytics Behaviour Digital Risk Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/organisations-phishing-attacks Mon, 08 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT 3 ways data helps tackle phishing and other cyber security threats https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tackle-phishing-cybersecurity-threats Industry-research partnerships can generate valuable data and provide practical solutions that can help organisations effectively manage cybersecurity risks, says Bianca Wirth, Director – Cyber Security at KPMG yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) Security Risk Technology Social Impact Digital Business Strategy Analytics Data Privacy Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tackle-phishing-cybersecurity-threats Mon, 08 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT In the battle over interest rates, it is unwise to bet against the RBA https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bonds-cash-rate-traders-RBA The RBA will win whatever battle it chooses to fight because, unlike traders, it can create as many Australian dollars as it needs in order to buy as many bonds as it needs, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 User experience Commerce Markets Economics Banking Budget Politics Economy Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bonds-cash-rate-traders-RBA Fri, 05 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Tesla bought $1.5 billion of Bitcoin. What are the implications for crypto? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tesla-bitcoin-implications-crypto There are a few things that need to be solved before Tesla can accept Bitcoin as a legitimate method of payment, says UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Cryptocurrency Risk Management Currency Global Shareholders Finance Investment Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tesla-bitcoin-implications-crypto Wed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT How accounting accreditations are evolving to meet the needs of business https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accounting-accreditations-evolving-business Professional accounting bodies are updating accreditation requirements for both current and future members to focus on specific technical and professional skills that will help accountants better meet the needs of organisations in the future p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) COVID-19 Risk Technology Corporate Governance Ethics Accounting Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Analytics Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accounting-accreditations-evolving-business Wed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT JobSeeker: how do Australia's unemployment benefits rank in the OECD? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobseeker-australia-unemployment-benefits-oecd With JobKeeper payments increasing marginally from April 2021 Australia now has the second-lowest unemployment benefits out of any OECD country, write UNSW Sydney's Bruce Bradbury and Australian National University's Peter Whiteford () COVID-19 Social Impact Policy Government Economics Budget Politics Employment Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobseeker-australia-unemployment-benefits-oecd Tue, 02 Mar 2021 07:00:00 GMT How is COVID-19 changing digital marketing practices? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-digital-marketing-practices UNSW Business School's Veronica Zixi Jiang speaks with Cameron Bryant, co-founder and partner of Australia’s largest digital performance agency Sparro, about shifts in consumer trends post-COVID-19 and why businesses may need to rethink their marketing strategies going forward veronica.jiang@unsw.edu.au (Veronica Zixi Jiang) COVID-19 Brands Customer experience User experience Digital Business Strategy Innovation Marketing Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-digital-marketing-practices Tue, 02 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT Has the News Media Bargaining Code struck the right balance? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/news-media-bargaining-code-google-facebook Google and Facebook will pay Australian news media businesses tens of millions of dollars each year – though a clear standard offer is yet to be made by the platforms, says UNSW Business School’s Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Regulation Social media Government Advertising Business Strategy Digital Technology Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/news-media-bargaining-code-google-facebook Mon, 01 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT How COVID-19 has changed consumer trends forever https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-consumer-marketing-trends As consumer trends continue to shift, businesses may need to rethink their marketing strategy, mix and spend in order to set themselves up for success through COVID-19 and beyond, according to Sparro co-founder Cameron Bryant veronica.jiang@unsw.edu.au (Veronica Zixi Jiang) COVID-19 Brands Customer experience User experience Technology Digital Business Strategy Advertising Innovation Social media Marketing Entrepreneurship Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-consumer-marketing-trends Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Redefining customer experience: how AR can boost retail https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/redefining-customer-experience-ar-retail By assisting in mental imagery and making retail products seem more tangible, AR technology significantly impacts the customer experience and decision-making () COVID-19 Brands AR Customer experience User experience Technology Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Social media Marketing Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/redefining-customer-experience-ar-retail Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT 3 useful things to know about stocks and market manipulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/market-manipulation-stocks As the SEC investigates social media posts for GameStop manipulation, UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner says it is important to remember that market manipulation is illegal M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Regulation Social media Markets Finance Social Impact Investment Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/market-manipulation-stocks Tue, 23 Feb 2021 07:00:00 GMT How Facebook could lose out on advertising over its content ban https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/facebook-advertising-consequences-content-ban Facebook’s recent botched takedown of content publishers could lead to a loss of advertising revenue for the social media platform, says UNSW Business School’s Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Regulation Social media Politics Data Brands Risk Technology Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/facebook-advertising-consequences-content-ban Mon, 22 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT What if Biden's $1.9 trillion stimulus package is too big? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/biden-stimulus-package The Biden administration’s stimulus package has been criticised as unncessarily large, but it's better to run the risk of spending too big rather than too small, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Politics Markets Government Economy Economics Policy Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/biden-stimulus-package Thu, 18 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT What Tesla’s $1.5 billion bet on Bitcoin means for crypto legitimacy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tesla-bitcoin-crypto-legitimacy Some significant issues need to be resolved before Tesla can accept Bitcoin as a legitimate method of payment, says UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Technology Social Impact Innovation Economics Economy Tax Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tesla-bitcoin-crypto-legitimacy Wed, 17 Feb 2021 07:00:00 GMT Retail investors are holding more stocks post-COVID https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/retail-investors-sharemarket UNSW Business School research sheds light on retail investor share ownership trends and highlights the need for better visibility on the beneficial owners of Australian companies c.comerton-forde@unsw.edu.au (Carole Comerton-Forde) Markets Investment Finance Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/retail-investors-sharemarket Wed, 17 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Juliet Bourke on how leaders can achieve diversity of thinking https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/juliet-bourke-leaders-diversity-thinking Diversity of thinking is more of a challenge for leaders and their organisations through COVID-19, says Deloitte Australia's Juliet Bourke julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) COVID-19 Employment Employee engagement Diversity Management Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/juliet-bourke-leaders-diversity-thinking Mon, 15 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Moove & Groove’s founder on how to lead a business with purpose https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-lead-business-with-purpose By authentically combining passion and purpose, leaders like Moove & Groove’s Alison Harrington are changing the nature of business today (Leisa Sargent) COVID-19 Employee engagement User experience Social Impact Leadership Business Strategy Aged care Health Start-ups Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-lead-business-with-purpose Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Improving sales and profitability through better store shelf design https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/product-sales-profitability-store-shelf-design A new research study reveals competition between products next to each other on shelves can increase product demand () Customer experience Consumers Brands Marketing Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/product-sales-profitability-store-shelf-design Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT Taking care of business: the private sector is waking up to nature's value https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-private-sector-nature-value There is a growing push from some businesses to protect the climate and nature, but more action is needed – businesses, governments and philanthropy all play a crucial role in mitigating these financial risks, writes UNSW Canberra's Dr Megan Evans () Risk Environment Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Government Markets Economics Energy Economy Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-private-sector-nature-value Wed, 10 Feb 2021 07:00:00 GMT Australia's recovery hinges on government spending and vaccine rollout https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-recovery-government-spending-vaccine-success Australia's economic recovery from COVID-19 depends on government spending and how quickly we get the vaccine, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Risk Policy Government Markets Banking Budget Economy Social media Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-recovery-government-spending-vaccine-success Tue, 09 Feb 2021 07:00:00 GMT Pricing fairness: tackling big data and COVID-19 insurance discrimination https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-data-covid-19-insurance-discrimination Research highlights the need for regulators, consumer advocate groups and industry associations to be involved in determining what insurers can – and cannot – discriminate against feihuang@unsw.edu.au (Fei Huang) COVID-19 Social Impact Policy Insurance Health Economy Finance Regulation Equality Data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-data-covid-19-insurance-discrimination Mon, 08 Feb 2021 07:00:00 GMT Should short selling be banned following GameStop's surge? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/GameStop-stock-shares-short-selling Short selling is a crucial part of markets and regulators must examine the real impact of short selling on market efficiency before trying to restrict it, says UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Risk Markets Data Shareholders Economy Social media Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/GameStop-stock-shares-short-selling Thu, 04 Feb 2021 07:00:00 GMT Why any talk of raising interest rates is a huge mistake https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/JobKeeper-Reserve-Bank-Australia-interest-rate Australia's economy still needs all the support it can get, which means the Reserve Bank should stick to its guns and keep interest rates low, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Regulation COVID-19 Government Banking Finance Economy Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/JobKeeper-Reserve-Bank-Australia-interest-rate Wed, 03 Feb 2021 07:00:00 GMT GameStop: how Redditors played hedge funds for billions (and what might come next) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/GameStop-Reddit-hedge-fund The GameStop drama of the past two weeks has sent waves through financial markets, and UNSW Business School's James Doran says the ease with which these stocks are being manipulated is cause for concern j.doran@unsw.edu.au (James Doran) Regulation Social media Markets Finance Risk Shareholders Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/GameStop-Reddit-hedge-fund Tue, 02 Feb 2021 07:00:00 GMT The rise of telework: how to make working from home a success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/telework-working-from-home While working from home has become a more entrenched work practice, the impact of home and place on motivation need more serious consideration, says UNSW Sydney’s Robert Freestone and co-authors () COVID-19 Employee engagement Social Impact Policy Human resources Leadership Government Management Business Strategy Innovation Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/telework-working-from-home Mon, 01 Feb 2021 00:00:00 GMT How to build an international business through the power of influence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brands-consumers-business-influence UNSW Business School Professor of Practice Tim Harcourt speaks with Access Corporate Group co-founder and chief brand officer Livia Wang about brands, consumers and the international power of influence in building a successful business (Tim Harcourt) COVID-19 Brands Customer experience User experience Asia-Pacific Digital Business Strategy Innovation Marketing Entrepreneurship Consumers China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brands-consumers-business-influence Fri, 29 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT How should a robot talk to a customer? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/customer-service-language-robots Research reveals consumers prefer straightforward and clear direction in service encounters () Customer experience User experience Technology Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Behaviour Artificial Intelligence Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/customer-service-language-robots Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT Biden’s economic centrism isn’t exciting, but right for these divisive times https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/biden-economic-centrism Joe Biden's middling economic policies offer a chance to cut through the bitter polarisation of US politics, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) COVID-19 Markets Politics Government Economy Policy Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/biden-economic-centrism Mon, 25 Jan 2021 07:00:00 GMT Why coal exports to China are finished (and what to do about it) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-coal-future-china China is moving away from burning coal for power because of sustainability concerns, and it's time Australia faced this reality and reconsidered its coal export future, says the University of Newcastle's Hao Tan, UNSW Sydney's Elizabeth Thurbon and Macquarie University's John Mathews and Sung-Young Kim () Technology Markets Global Energy Economy Finance Investment Trade China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-coal-future-china Thu, 21 Jan 2021 07:00:00 GMT Will Parler prevail in its antitrust case against Amazon? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/parler-antitrust-case-amazon Parler is unlikely to win its antitrust lawsuit against Amazon because it will be difficult to prove that the tech giant booted the platform off its server for competitive reasons, says Wharton Professor Herbert Hovenkamp () Technology Social Impact Ethics Digital Data Privacy Social media Regulation Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/parler-antitrust-case-amazon Mon, 18 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT Price of a life: why food delivery services need a regulation overhaul https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/food-delivery-regulation-overhaul Governments are scared of appearing business ‘unfriendly’ by intervening in the gig economy and UNSW Sydney experts believe a number of important steps need to be taken to protect an emerging underclass of workers () COVID-19 Gig economy Regulation Labour relations Employment Social Impact Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/food-delivery-regulation-overhaul Thu, 14 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT Do leaders make strategic decisions to minimise regret? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/people-strategic-decisions-minimise-regret Strategic decisions are often influenced by beliefs and predictions about the likelihood of others' actions, and less so by the anticipation of regret, according to UNSW Business School research () Management Behaviour Business Strategy Risk Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/people-strategic-decisions-minimise-regret Wed, 13 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT How investors and entrepreneurs can successfully play the forecasting game https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investors-forecasts-entrepreneurs Entrepreneurs are not the naïve dreamers that investors assume them to be, according to new research which has important implications for both entrepreneurs and venture capitalists f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Risk Corporate Governance Leadership Management Business Strategy Innovation Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/investors-forecasts-entrepreneurs Mon, 11 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT For him it rains, for her it pours: how weather and gender impact consumption https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/marketing-consumer-consumption-weather-gender Marketers and business managers benefit from knowing why weather may be associated with increased consumption, and how this process may differ across men and women, according to UNSW Business School research n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) User experience Social media Consumers Brands Advertising Behaviour Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/marketing-consumer-consumption-weather-gender Thu, 07 Jan 2021 07:00:00 GMT How to apply science to maintain the holiday glow https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/activities-experiences-work-identities It is important to make time for activities and experiences which will contribute to healthy identities and more fulfilling work in the coming year, says UNSW Business School's Peter Heslin heslin@unsw.edu.au (Peter Heslin) Health Psychology Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/activities-experiences-work-identities Wed, 06 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT Working from the office or home? 5 air quality tips to reduce COVID https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/office-home-covid-air-ventilation With many people returning to the office – or continuing to work from home – there are a number of ways to improve air quality to reduce the risk of spreading SARS-CoV-2, writes UNSW Sydney’s Mary-Louise McLaws () COVID-19 Health Employment Management Risk Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/office-home-covid-air-ventilation Thu, 24 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Taking China to the WTO plants a seed, but it is no 'quick fix' https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australia-China-trade-WTO Although Australia's best bet is taking China to the World Trade Organisation to resolve escalating trade disputes, it won't be an easy win, writes UNSW Law's Dr Weihuan Zhou ( Weihuan Zhou) China COVID-19 Security Politics Government Policy Leadership Global Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australia-China-trade-WTO Tue, 22 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Digital nomads: five key insights into the future of knowledge work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-nomads-five-key-insights-future-of-knowledge-work The post-pandemic future of knowledge work presents two very different options, but UNSW Business School experts say it is up to us to move towards the future we want dubravka@unsw.edu.au (Dubravka Cecez-Kecmanovic) Entrepreneurship Employment Social Impact Business Strategy Digital Technology Innovation Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-nomads-five-key-insights-future-of-knowledge-work Mon, 21 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT When skill met luck: 4 things Australia’s COVID-19 response got right https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/skill-luck-australia-covid-response A great measure of skill on the part of government policy (and a good dose of luck) helped Australia avoid a COVID catastrophe in 2020, writes UNSW Business School’s Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Regulation Health Politics Government Risk COVID-19 https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/skill-luck-australia-covid-response Mon, 21 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT How entrepreneurs and their mentors can become more successful https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-entrepreneurs-mentors-successful Whether you’re new to entrepreneurship or an experienced founder, the balance between novelty and commercial viability is key to your entrepreneurial success, says UNSW Business School’s Siran Zhan. siran.zhan@unsw.edu.au (Siran Zhan) Entrepreneurship User experience Start-ups Digital Social Impact Technology Innovation Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-entrepreneurs-mentors-successful Fri, 18 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Novelty vs commercial viability: what makes entrepreneurs successful? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/novelty-commercial-viability-entrepreneurs-successful Whether you’re new to entrepreneurship or an experienced founder, striking the right balance between novelty and commercial viability is key to entrepreneurial success siran.zhan@unsw.edu.au (Siran Zhan) User experience Start-ups Entrepreneurship Customer experience Social Impact Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/novelty-commercial-viability-entrepreneurs-successful Thu, 17 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT The Business of Purpose-Led Leadership (episode 2) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-purpose-led-leadership-2-podcast In this episode, we explore what it takes to lead with purpose – from identifying what personal contribution you want to make to the world through your career, to purpose-driven business models (Leisa Sargent) Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-purpose-led-leadership-2-podcast Wed, 16 Dec 2020 13:00:00 GMT Is there a basis for a Royal Commission into News Corp? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/royal-commission-news-corp-australia There are a number of important factors to consider in assessing whether News Corp should be the subject of a Royal Commission because of excess market power M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Social media Law Government Social Impact Digital Shareholders Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/royal-commission-news-corp-australia Wed, 16 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT The Paris Agreement: why Australia's big coal exporters face a reckoning https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/fossil-fuel-australia-emissions-exporting Until the fossil fuel export industry is subject to demanding targets – and made to accept responsibility for its associated emissions – countries like Australia will continue on a dangerous global warming trajectory, says UNSW Sydney's Jeremy Moss () Commerce Risk Environment Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Economics Global Energy Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/fossil-fuel-australia-emissions-exporting Tue, 15 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Business of Purpose-Led Leadership (episode 1) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-purpose-led-leadership-1-podcast In this episode, we explore the business and societal impact of leading with purpose w.felps@unsw.edu.au (Will Felps) Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-purpose-led-leadership-1-podcast Mon, 14 Dec 2020 13:00:00 GMT The home stretch: accessing home value to fund long-term care https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accessing-home-value-fund-long-term-care There are a number of new ways to assist with funding long-term care using housing wealth, according to UNSW Business School’s Katja Hanewald and co-authors k.hanewald@unsw.edu.au (Katja Hanewald) Population ageing Real estate Housing Aged care Finance Retirement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accessing-home-value-fund-long-term-care Mon, 14 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Digital resilience: how a rural Chinese community adopted digital social innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-resilience-rural-chinese-community-adopted-digital-social-innovation A research study sheds light on the use of digital technology to address societal challenges and provides advice on how to nurture a self‐sustaining and resilient community yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) Brands Customer experience User experience Technology Digital Markets Innovation Data Social media Start-ups Marketing Entrepreneurship Consumers China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-resilience-rural-chinese-community-adopted-digital-social-innovation Thu, 10 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT ‘A true omnichannel view’: marketing in a technology-driven world https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/omnichannel-marketing-technology Technology is driving several trends that will reshape marketing, and brands should be implementing integrated marketing to provide customers with a seamless experience n.chu@unsw.edu.au (Nicolas Chu) Brands Technology Digital Business Strategy Advertising Innovation Analytics Data Privacy Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/omnichannel-marketing-technology Wed, 09 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT How market design is transforming the role of economists into engineers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/market-design-economists-engineers This year's Nobel Prize in economic sciences is a testament to the importance of market design, which is a transformative approach to economics and the social sciences more broadly j.goeree@unsw.edu.au (Jacob Goeree) Markets Business Strategy Commerce Economics Technology Innovation Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/market-design-economists-engineers Tue, 08 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT How resilient is the insurance industry against climate change? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-resilient-insurance-industry-climate-change-risk New research has found there are several steps insurers can take to improve the way they assess and manage the impacts of climate change on the community qihe.tang@unsw.edu.au (Qihe Tang) Risk Environment Social Impact Ethics Insurance Accounting Markets Economics Banking Data Energy Economy Finance Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-resilient-insurance-industry-climate-change-risk Mon, 07 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT AI: what are the present and future opportunities for business leaders? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-opportunities-business-leaders There are several steps that business leaders can take to educate their employees and distinguish their organisations from other players in the market when it comes to AI () Employee engagement Technology Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Data Start-ups Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ai-opportunities-business-leaders Thu, 03 Dec 2020 07:00:00 GMT Technology, work and innovation: what does the future hold? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-innovation-future Organisations and their leaders will need to take a different approach to innovation with a more dispersed and virtual workforce in the future, say UNSW Business School's Professor Leisa Sargent and Scientia Professor John Piggott (Leisa Sargent) Employee engagement Technology Human resources Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-innovation-future Thu, 03 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT The long-term impact of COVID-19 recession on human capital https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/impact-covid-19-recession-human-capital More experienced business leaders need to help younger, more disadvantaged workers with career and mentoring opportunities as a result of the COVID-19-induced recession, says UNSW Business School's Professor Gigi Foster gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Employment Employee engagement Management Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/impact-covid-19-recession-human-capital Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Testamentary trusts: one of the last outrageous means of avoiding tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/testamentary-trusts-avoiding-tax Tax concessions need to be properly targeted and justified, and it is high time for the under-18 tax concession for testamentary trusts to be reviewed, says UNSW Business School's Dale Boccabella d.boccabella@unsw.edu.au (Dale Boccabella) Regulation Law Tax Finance Retirement Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/testamentary-trusts-avoiding-tax Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Four ways leaders can gain value from AI and advanced analytics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-value-ai-advanced-analytics Extracting value from advanced analytics, AI and machine learning requires a deeper understanding and self-reflection among leaders of human strengths and frailties in contrast to that of modern, software-based machines and algorithms () Data Analytics Digital Technology Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-value-ai-advanced-analytics Tue, 01 Dec 2020 00:00:00 GMT Janet Yellen: the very model of a modern Madam Secretary https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/janet-yellen-treasury-secretary The next US Treasury Secretary – widely tipped to be Janet Yellen – will take office with the US in the worst economic shape since the Great Depression, writes UNSW Business School’s Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Politics Government Finance Economy Commerce Economics Policy Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/janet-yellen-treasury-secretary Mon, 30 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT How is COVID-19 reshaping the FinTech industry? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-reshaping-fintech-industry The financial services industry could look very different a few years from now, thanks to COVID-19 accelerating several emerging trends in FinTech k.fong@unsw.edu.au (Kingsley Fong) User experience Technology Digital Innovation Finance Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-reshaping-fintech-industry Thu, 26 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT Trade tensions: what does China want from Australia? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/trade-tensions-china-want-from-australia There are a number of factors at play in escalating trade tensions between Australia and China, and both countries need to sort out their disagreements through diplomatic or political channels, say UNSW Sydney experts (Tim Harcourt) Security Risk Asia-Pacific Government Markets Economics Global Politics Economy Law Trade China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/trade-tensions-china-want-from-australia Wed, 25 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT Six strategies to ensure your new organisation structure works https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/six-strategies-new-organisation-structure When it comes to organisational redesign, leaders need to leave their own biases at the door and instead follow a six-step process that will set their redesign up for success greg.joffe@nousgroup.com.au (Greg Joffe) Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Leadership Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/six-strategies-new-organisation-structure Tue, 24 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT How is COVID-19 changing the nature of work? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-changing-nature-work COVID-19 is permanently reshaping the nature of how work is done in a number of ways, according to Iva Durakovic, Associate Lecturer at UNSW Built Environment, and Frederik Anseel, Associate Dean of Research and Professor of Management at UNSW Business School () Employment Management Business Strategy Human resources Technology Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-changing-nature-work Tue, 24 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT How $1 billion per year (or less) could halve rental housing stress https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/halve-rental-housing-stress It is possible to lift more Australians out of housing stress, but the solution requires reform of the Commonwealth rent assistance system, write UNSW Sydney's Chris Martin, Hal Pawson and co-authors () Housing Government Budget Social Impact Economy Policy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/halve-rental-housing-stress Mon, 23 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT David Thodey on three essential qualities of a transformational leader https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/david-thodey-three-essential-qualities-transformational-leader While good ideas and purpose are the bedrock of success, leaders today must also be willing to challenge themselves and change course when the timing feels right, says David Thodey, Board Director and former CEO of Telstra () Entrepreneurship Management Social Impact Business Strategy Digital Economy Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/david-thodey-three-essential-qualities-transformational-leader Thu, 19 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT 3 useful things to know about big tech success during COVID-19 https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/find-success-tech-covid-19 With very few truly global tech companies in existence, having the right local partner is key amidst rising techno-nationalism () Technology Social Impact Government Digital Data Global Social media Start-ups Trade China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/find-success-tech-covid-19 Wed, 18 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT Why ESG investors are happy to settle for lower returns https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/esg-investors-happy-settle-lower-returns Some investors are happy to sacrifice on returns if it means gaining positive social impact by shifting investments towards greener firms, according to experts at Wharton () Risk Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Ethics Markets Economics Data Shareholders Energy Economy Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/esg-investors-happy-settle-lower-returns Tue, 17 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT Why Australia needs to prepare for a global carbon price now https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-global-carbon-price Australia needs to take bigger steps towards a cleaner and greener economy, and it can do so without disadvantaging exporters, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Government Economics Global Energy Economy Investment Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-global-carbon-price Mon, 16 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT Working from home during COVID-19: What do employees really want? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/working-home-what-employees-want People vary a lot in how much they want to work from home, but one thing is clear — most want to do some of their paid work from home, says UNSW Business School's Dr Ioana Ramia and co-authors () Employee engagement Technology Social Impact Gig economy Human resources Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Health Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/working-home-what-employees-want Thu, 12 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT Australia and the world: South Korea's economic success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-world-south-korea-economic-success South Korea is a remarkable story of economic transformation and has gone from being a hermit kingdom to a hub economy in the space of a few decades, says UNSW Business School’s Tim Harcourt (Tim Harcourt) Global Leadership Technology Economics Economy Investment Asia-Pacific https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-world-south-korea-economic-success Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT How a lift and shift in skills is helping Bain & Company meet the challenges of COVID-19 https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lift-shift-skills-bain-company-covid-19 Bain & Company is looking for work-ready business graduates with a more diverse and cross-functional skillset in order to meet changing client needs through COVID-19 m.uncles@unsw.edu.au (Mark Uncles) Commerce Technology Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Finance Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lift-shift-skills-bain-company-covid-19 Wed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Navigating the next phase of COVID-19: three critical issues for business leaders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/next-phase-covid-19-three-critical-issues-business-leaders Business leaders need to address a number of important questions around work processes, performance and virtual teams in order to improve productivity and engagement through the COVID-19 induced recession, says UNSW Business School gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Regulation Government Digital Economy Economics Global Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/next-phase-covid-19-three-critical-issues-business-leaders Tue, 10 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT How Australia can reap the benefits and dodge the dangers of the IoT https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-benefits-dangers-IoT The Internet of Things presents opportunities but brings many risks too, and Australia needs to take a national approach and focus on areas of strength in order to make IoT work for the benefit of all, write UNSW Business School's Kayleen Manwaring and Peter Leonard Kayleen.manwaring@unsw.edu.au (Kayleen Manwaring) Commerce Risk Technology Digital Innovation Analytics Data Privacy Economy Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-benefits-dangers-IoT Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Business of Transformational Leadership (episode 2) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-transformational-leadership-2-podcast In our second episode on Transformational Leadership, we explore how businesses can respond to AI, and harness big data to make decisions that benefit employees, customers and shareholders () Employee engagement Technology Human resources Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Employment Behaviour Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-transformational-leadership-2-podcast Mon, 09 Nov 2020 13:00:00 GMT Here's how to fix the broken model for funding aged care https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/aged-care-commission-funding-providers Part of the solution to the rising funding problem in the aged care sector might be a Medicare-style levy, writes CEPAR Senior Research Fellow Rafal Chomik (Rafal Chomik) Population ageing Superannuation Risk Social Impact Policy Ethics Economics Retirement Health Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/aged-care-commission-funding-providers Thu, 05 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT Starve or serve? Real solutions to the harsh reality of child labour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/child-labour-economic-insecurity-poverty Mitigating economic risks in local communities is critical to addressing the financial uncertainty and extreme poverty which push children into child labour around the world s.walker@unsw.edu.au (Sarah Walker) Social Impact Economy Economics Global Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/child-labour-economic-insecurity-poverty Wed, 04 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT Why an ongoing unemployment rate of 5.5 per cent is intolerable https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unemployment-australia-labour-market Monetary and fiscal authorities should use all the firepower at their disposal to avoid ongoing unemployment rates of 5.5 per cent, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Social Impact Policy Government Economics Data Politics Employment Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unemployment-australia-labour-market Tue, 03 Nov 2020 07:00:00 GMT How COVID-19 could accelerate the rise of smart cities https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-accelerate-smart-cities The dramatic changes to the workforce brought about by organisational responses to COVID-19 will likely accelerate the shift to smart cities, according to UNSW Sydney f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Real estate Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Technology Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-accelerate-smart-cities Mon, 02 Nov 2020 00:00:00 GMT Perspiration and aspiration: behind South Korea's economic success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/south-korea-economy-australia-trade South Korea is a remarkable story of economic transformation and has gone from being a hermit kingdom to a hub economy in the space of a few decades, writes UNSW Business School’s Tim Harcourt (Tim Harcourt) Asia-Pacific Trade Markets Government Economy Commerce Economics Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/south-korea-economy-australia-trade Thu, 29 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT Google's market share doesn't automatically make it a monopoly https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/google-market-share-monopoly Just because a tech company has a big share of the market doesn't mean it has the power to keep it, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Brands User experience Technology Social Impact Digital Markets Advertising Data Privacy Global Shareholders Economy Social media Tax Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/google-market-share-monopoly Wed, 28 Oct 2020 07:00:00 GMT The Business of Transformational Leadership (episode 1) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-transformational-leadership-1-podcast In this episode, we’ll explore the ‘now of work’ – and how leaders need to innovate to create organisations that are more human, creative and resilient () COVID-19 Psychology Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-transformational-leadership-1-podcast Wed, 28 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT "Pretty good, but not great": highlights of the Federal Budget https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/good-but-not-great-2020-federal-budget The Federal Government’s 2020-21 Budget was generally well-received among economists and focused on many important areas, with UNSW Business School's Professor Gigi Foster giving it a “B-grade” overall gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Policy Government Economics Budget Politics Employment Economy Tax Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/good-but-not-great-2020-federal-budget Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT Four tech innovations that will change the way we live and work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-tech-innovations-live-work Four emerging innovations will have a significant impact on the way people work and live over the next decade and beyond, according to IBM () AR Risk Technology Social Impact VR Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Economy Finance Investment Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-tech-innovations-live-work Tue, 27 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT How the antitrust case against Google could change online search https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/antitrust-case-google-change-online-search It's the biggest monopolisation case since a 1998 lawsuit against Microsoft, but it may be several years before a settlement of any kind is reached, writes UNSW Law's Katharine Kemp () Social media Brands Security User experience Risk Technology Social Impact Government Digital Innovation Data Privacy Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/antitrust-case-google-change-online-search Mon, 26 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT How to beat analysts and the stock market with machine learning https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-beat-analysts-stock-market-machine-learning Investors can profit from a new machine-learning model that can predict stock prices and measure the mistakes other analysts are making, says Wharton's Jules H. van Binsbergen () Markets Data Investment Finance Risk Economics Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-beat-analysts-stock-market-machine-learning Thu, 22 Oct 2020 07:00:00 GMT Learning from crises: six critical leadership lessons https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/learning-crises-six-critical-leadership-lessons Leaders need to be authentic, courageous people who understand the benefits of continuous learning, how to adapt and align their values with purpose, and receive honest feedback in order to successfully lead people through crises, according to Alexis George, Deputy CEO of ANZ n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Technology Leadership Management Digital Banking Employment Economy Finance Consumers Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/learning-crises-six-critical-leadership-lessons Wed, 21 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT JobMaker: Why there's a lot to like about the JobKeeper replacement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobmaker-jobkeeper-replacement JobMaker, the new system that is to replace the current JobKeeper, will direct money to employers who actually create jobs, writes Peter Davidson () Policy Gig economy Government Economics Budget Employment Economy Tax Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobmaker-jobkeeper-replacement Tue, 20 Oct 2020 07:00:00 GMT Strategic manufacturing: why Australia needs a different approach https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/strategic-manufacturing-australia It makes sense for Australia to take a more strategic approach to manufacturing certain equipment, even if producing these goods locally is not as efficient as buying them from overseas, writes UNSW Business School’s Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) China Trade Consumers Investment Economy Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/strategic-manufacturing-australia Fri, 16 Oct 2020 07:00:00 GMT Analytics, risk and managing the 21st century supply chain https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/analytics-risk-managing-21st-century-supply-chain Hospitals and health centres around the world are struggling to keep pace with the surge in demand post-COVID-19, and while it is difficult to predict future outbreaks, combining several analytics-based tools can help prepare in the future, write Wharton's Michael Ferrari and Raghu Iyengar () Security Cryptocurrency Risk Digital Business Strategy Analytics Data Health Economy Finance Investment Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/analytics-risk-managing-21st-century-supply-chain Thu, 15 Oct 2020 07:00:00 GMT What skills does EY look for in its graduates of the future? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/skills-ey-graduates-future There are five new skills and competencies EY is looking for in graduates as the global firm successfully adapts to a number of market challenges as well as operating in a COVID environment m.uncles@unsw.edu.au (Mark Uncles) Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/skills-ey-graduates-future Wed, 14 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT How IBM and Wandering Warriors became inclusive leaders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ibm-wandering-warriors-inclusive-leaders Diversity initiatives at IBM and Wandering Warriors offer examples of how leaders can adopt a more inclusive mindset, unlock new perspectives and the richness of ideas within their organisations n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Diversity Equality Employment Management Social Impact Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ibm-wandering-warriors-inclusive-leaders Tue, 13 Oct 2020 07:00:00 GMT Why economists are giving the Federal Budget a “B-grade” rating https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economists-giving-federal-budget-b-grade-rating With the government taking on record levels of debt to help fund its 2020-21 budget and pull Australia out of recession, infrastructure-related spending must be carefully managed in order to deliver the best return on investment for the country gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Social Impact Policy Government Aged care Economics Retirement Economy Tax Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economists-giving-federal-budget-b-grade-rating Fri, 09 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT Four proven ways to foster stronger customer loyalty https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-proven-ways-foster-customer-loyalty Managers and marketers who want to boost customer loyalty post-COVID-19 should focus on four key areas, according to UNSW Business School research liem.ngo@unsw.edu.au (Liem Viet Ngo) Brands Marketing Social Impact Business Strategy Consumers Advertising https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-proven-ways-foster-customer-loyalty Wed, 07 Oct 2020 07:00:00 GMT How COVID-19 will change Australia's policy landscape https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-change-australia-policy-landscape As we see the reshaping of the economy in the next few years, the policy landscape may need drastic reform to support business and people’s livelihoods, says UNSW Business School's Scientia Professor of Economics John Piggott j.piggott@unsw.edu.au (John Piggott) Population ageing Superannuation Social Impact Policy Government Housing Budget Economy Tax Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-change-australia-policy-landscape Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT The federal budget makes fiscal sense but avoids tricky tax reform https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/federal-budget-fiscal-sense-tax-reform By not bringing phase 3 tax cuts forward in its federal budget, the government risks waiting too long to begin the task of serious tax reform, writes UNSW Business School’s Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Policy Government Economics Budget Employment Economy Tax Finance Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/federal-budget-fiscal-sense-tax-reform Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT myGov and facial recognition: inside the Government's Digital Business plan https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-business-plan-mygov-facial-recognition The Federal Government must be ready to handle the responsibilities associated with its $800 million plan which includes granting access to government services through facial recognition, writes UNSW Business School's Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Government Business Strategy Digital Economy Technology Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digital-business-plan-mygov-facial-recognition Tue, 06 Oct 2020 00:00:00 GMT No, the unemployed won't be fruit picking once JobSeeker is cut https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobseeker-unemployed-fruit-picking-not-true Exploitation and underpayment are rife in fruit picking, and JobSeeker appears not to have dented the will to work, writes Adjunct Senior Lecturer Peter Davidson () Gig economy Regulation Employment Economy Policy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobseeker-unemployed-fruit-picking-not-true Thu, 01 Oct 2020 07:00:00 GMT The future of work is now: So how should leaders drive innovation? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/future-work-leaders-drive-innovation Business risks, innovation, customer engagement and the need to become truly “omnichannel” will be critical factors for leaders adapting to the new normal, says UNSW Business School's Leisa Sargent (Leisa Sargent) Technology Social Impact Policy Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/future-work-leaders-drive-innovation Thu, 01 Oct 2020 07:00:00 GMT Growth leaders: It’s time to rethink how you innovate https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/growth-leaders-rethink-innovate The fallout from COVID-19 has created new opportunities which growth leaders can capture by investing in and giving innovation talent the latitude to seize opportunities, write Wharton’s George S. Day and Gregory P. Shea () Technology Human resources Leadership Business Strategy Innovation Employment Economy Diversity Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/growth-leaders-rethink-innovate Wed, 30 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT The Business of Inclusive Leadership (episode 2) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-inclusive-leadership-2-podcast This episode of AGSM’s The Business Of podcast examines inclusive leadership and how access to a diverse range of perspectives is critical for leaders to thrive in an accelerated world () Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-inclusive-leadership-2-podcast Tue, 29 Sep 2020 14:00:00 GMT How to avert the worst of Australia's insolvency tsunami https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-avert-insolvency-tsunami New rules will allow small businesses at risk of collapse to continue to work out their problems instead of appointing an administrator, writes UNSW Business School's Anil Hargovan a.hargovan@unsw.edu.au (Anil Hargovan) Accounting Government Business Strategy Shareholders Economy Tax Finance Law Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-avert-insolvency-tsunami Tue, 29 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT The Business of Inclusive Leadership (episode 1) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-inclusive-leadership-1-podcast This episode examines inclusive leadership and diversity from the perspective of leaders who are creating new business models that reflect evolving market demand and opportunity () Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-inclusive-leadership-1-podcast Mon, 28 Sep 2020 14:00:00 GMT Google shouldn't subsidise journalism, but the government could https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/google-subsidise-journalism-government Making Google and Facebook pay Australian news publishers might be good politics, but it is odd economics, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Regulation Social media Politics Government Advertising Social Impact Digital Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/google-subsidise-journalism-government Mon, 28 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT How big tech companies are adapting their workforces for the future https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-tech-companies-adapting-workforces-future There are a number of important lessons for leaders who are looking to maximise productivity and engagement with employees who work from home in the long-term f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Employment Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Human resources Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-tech-companies-adapting-workforces-future Fri, 25 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT R&D: it's time to grant Australia the opportunity to innovate https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/grant-australia-opportunity-innovate Innovation is crucial to Australia's recovery from the COVID-19 economic crisis, but when it comes to innovation-led economies, Australia has shifted into reverse – this is why direct R&D grant funding is vital, writes UNSW Business School's Jo-Ann Suchard j.suchard@unsw.edu.au (Jo-Ann Suchard) Social Impact Government Business Strategy Innovation Economy Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/grant-australia-opportunity-innovate Thu, 24 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT Why quarterly reporting is undesirable post-pandemic: David Gonski AC https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/quarterly-reporting-undesirable-post-pandemic-david-gonski Quarterly reporting puts unreasonable pressure on CEOs and senior leadership teams to perform in the short-term when they need to be more focused on the longer term, according to David Gonski AC, Chancellor of UNSW Sydney () Banking Finance Corporate Governance Management Business Strategy Shareholders Economics Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/quarterly-reporting-undesirable-post-pandemic-david-gonski Tue, 22 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT Migration and income growth: what policy changes could drive Australia’s recovery? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/migration-income-growth-policy-changes-drive-recovery Australia needs migration to boost income growth, but with no end in sight to border restrictions due to COVID-19, the policy landscape may need drastic reform to support business and people’s livelihoods j.piggott@unsw.edu.au (John Piggott) Regulation Population ageing Health Government Employment Social Impact Economy Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/migration-income-growth-policy-changes-drive-recovery Mon, 21 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT Milton Friedman told us greed was good. He was half right https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-lessons-milton-friedman-50-years-on 50 years ago Milton Friedman declared that greed was good, but there was always more to the story – as well as making profits firms hold the unique power to achieve social objectives, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Social Impact Markets Economics Economy Finance Investment Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-lessons-milton-friedman-50-years-on Mon, 21 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT Security and the Internet of Things: How to better protect consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/security-internet-of-things-protect-consumers The Australian government has introduced a new code of practice to boost the security of IoT devices, but it may actually expose consumers to even greater risks, write UNSW Business School's Dr Kayleen Manwaring and UNSW Law's Dr Roger Clarke Kayleen.manwaring@unsw.edu.au (Kayleen Manwaring) Security Risk Technology Government Digital Data Social media Regulation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/security-internet-of-things-protect-consumers Fri, 18 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT Inside this insider trading loophole: What shareholders need to know https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/insider-trading-loophole-shareholders Shareholders who seek out public trading information may be able to spot illegal insider trading sooner and better safeguard their investments from potential fallout from such behaviour () Shareholders Corporate Governance Accounting Digital Markets Business Strategy Economics Economy Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/insider-trading-loophole-shareholders Thu, 17 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT How Singapore is improving food innovation, sustainability and productivity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-singapore-is-improving-food-innovation-sustainability-and-productivity Singapore is embracing a range of initiatives to help improve its food security and food supply, with one approach around food innovation already delivering tangible benefits shan.pan@unsw.edu.au (Shan-Ling Pan) Asia-Pacific Entrepreneurship Data Business Strategy Digital Innovation Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-singapore-is-improving-food-innovation-sustainability-and-productivity Wed, 16 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT How to get shareholders on board with corporate philanthropy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shareholders-corporate-philanthropy There are a number of important considerations corporate Australia need to factor in when it comes to getting shareholders to support donations to charitable causes c.vansteenkiste@unsw.edu.au (Cara Vansteenkiste) Risk Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Business Strategy Shareholders Tax Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shareholders-corporate-philanthropy Tue, 15 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT "Change is about people": Xero's five lessons in digital transformation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/xero-five-lessons-digital-transformation With COVID-19 accelerating industry-wide digital transformation trends such as the shift to cloud, Xero’s CEO Steve Vamos shares valuable insights around driving innovation, collaboration and how to successfully lead people through change () Employee engagement Customer experience Technology Accounting Leadership Digital Business Strategy Innovation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/xero-five-lessons-digital-transformation Fri, 11 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT Five ways CEOs can help their business thrive post-COVID-19 https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/five-ways-to-lead-organisation-recovery With CEOs focused on helping their organisations navigate through and past COVID-19, four distinguished UNSW Business School alumni explore how to best accomplish this not inconsiderable challenge () Customer experience Technology Corporate Governance Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/five-ways-to-lead-organisation-recovery Fri, 11 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT Contracting COVID-19: How liable are employers for staff? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/contracting-covid-19-workplace-liable-employers Respectful and consultative communication about COVID-19 is needed in the workplace in order to minimise potential OHS legal risks for employers, says UNSW Business School's Dr Sarah Gregson s.gregson@unsw.edu.au (Sarah Gregson) Health Employment Employee engagement Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/contracting-covid-19-workplace-liable-employers Thu, 10 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT Four ways to build financial resilience through COVID-19 https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-ways-financial-resilience-covid-19 There are a number of critical steps leaders should adopt to build strategic and financial resilience into their organisations through COVID-19 () Employee engagement Customer experience Accounting Management Business Strategy Risk Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-ways-financial-resilience-covid-19 Wed, 09 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT How technology can support employee mental health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-technology-can-support-employee-mental-health There are several proven strategies managers can put in place to support employees working remotely, as well as steps employees can adopt to utilise technology and work more effectively, says UNSW Business School's Markus Groth markusg@unsw.edu.au (Markus Groth) Employee engagement Technology Social Impact Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Psychology Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-technology-can-support-employee-mental-health Wed, 09 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT How firms can become more resilient in the new normal https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-firms-become-more-resilient-new-normal The steps that will help tomorrow's business leaders become more resilient to unexpected crises include being more agile and rethinking supply chains, write Wharton's Professor Christopher Ittner and Deloitte's Omar Aguilar () Brands Risk Corporate Governance Accounting Leadership Management Digital Business Strategy Data Shareholders Economy Finance Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-firms-become-more-resilient-new-normal Tue, 08 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT How do you fight a recession without precedent? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-do-you-fight-a-recession-without-precedent The current recession is an unusually deep one, and digging out of it will require first containing and defeating the virus followed by significant spending in addition tax cuts, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Policy Government Markets Economics Budget Economy Finance Investment Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-do-you-fight-a-recession-without-precedent Mon, 07 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT Technology and mental health: The dos and don’ts of working from home during COVID-19 https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/technology-mental-health-working-from-home New research identifies proven strategies managers can put in place to support employees working remotely, as well as steps employees can adopt to utilise technology and work more effectively markusg@unsw.edu.au (Markus Groth) Employee engagement Technology Leadership Management Digital Psychology Health Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/technology-mental-health-working-from-home Fri, 04 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT How leaders can regain trust in untrusting times https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-regain-trust-untrusting-times For leaders who are willing to put in the work, there are 10 practices they can follow to rebuild the relational fabric essential to leadership, writes Wharton Adjunct Professor of Management Gregory P. Shea () Employee engagement Corporate Governance Management Behaviour Social Impact Leadership Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-regain-trust-untrusting-times Thu, 03 Sep 2020 00:00:00 GMT Should Google and Facebook be forced to pay for news in Australia? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/google-facebook-pay-news-australia If Facebook follows through with its threat to pull news on its site in Australia it could be contributing its own demise, writes UNSW Business School’s Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Brands Social Impact Ethics Digital Advertising Privacy Social media Regulation Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/google-facebook-pay-news-australia Wed, 02 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT How COVID-19 accelerated the university funding crisis https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-covid-19-accelerated-university-funding-crisis Australia's higher education sector needs significant reform to remove the perverse incentives that have made universities dependent on revenue from international students, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) China Risk Economy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-covid-19-accelerated-university-funding-crisis Tue, 01 Sep 2020 07:00:00 GMT Four cybersecurity misconceptions placing your business at risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-cybersecurity-misconceptions-risk Common cyber misconceptions may be preventing your organisation from maintaining a safe online environment, says UNSW Canberra Cyber Director Nigel Phair () Privacy Regulation Digital Risk Data Security https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-cybersecurity-misconceptions-risk Fri, 28 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT Lessons from AMP: how can shareholders effect company change? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/AMP-shareholders-company-change With the resignation of key board members from AMP, UNSW Business School's Richard Holden says company shareholders looking to achieve socially optimal goals need to speak up and be heard richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Banking Finance Corporate Governance Management Shareholders Risk Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/AMP-shareholders-company-change Fri, 28 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Business Of Adaptive Leadership (episode 3) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-adaptive-leadership-3-podcast In this episode, we speak to leaders from the financial services sector and explore how they’ve adapted and led through successive crises () Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-adaptive-leadership-3-podcast Thu, 27 Aug 2020 14:00:00 GMT How COVID-19 has reshaped manager attitudes about working from home https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-manager-attitudes-working-from-home New research indicates the great working-from-home experiment of 2020 has finally broken the back of managerial resistance, according to UNSW Canberra's Sue Williamson and CQUniversity Australia's Linda Colley () Employment Employee engagement Social Impact Behaviour Business Strategy Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-manager-attitudes-working-from-home Thu, 27 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT The Business Of Adaptive Leadership (episode 2) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-adaptive-leadership-2-podcast In this episode, we explore transformation and how leaders can leverage complex change with a growth mindset () Employment Employee engagement Management Behaviour Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-adaptive-leadership-2-podcast Wed, 26 Aug 2020 14:00:00 GMT Five mobile app tactics that will add value to your brand https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/5-mobile-app-tactics-add-value-brand New research explores the value of retail apps, which customers benefit the most, and the critical app features that will improve consumer engagement – regardless of your brand or budget h.vanheerde@unsw.edu.au (Harald van Heerde) Brands AR Customer experience User experience Technology Innovation Marketing Behaviour Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/5-mobile-app-tactics-add-value-brand Wed, 26 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT The Business Of Adaptive Leadership (episode 1) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-adaptive-leadership-1-podcast This episode examines adaptive leadership through the lens of crisis recovery and the challenges business leaders now face because of COVID-19 richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Psychology Employment Employee engagement Management Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-adaptive-leadership-1-podcast Tue, 25 Aug 2020 14:00:00 GMT Four essential elements for higher education's future success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/4-essential-elements-higher-education-future-success COVID-19 has highlighted the importance of continued education – researchers and business must now work together to embrace the opportunities the pandemic presents and generate growth for the future f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Regulation Government Equality Employment Social Impact Business Strategy Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/4-essential-elements-higher-education-future-success Tue, 25 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT The RBA has done all it can – now it's up to the government https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/reserve-bank-done-as-much-as-can-up-to-government With the Reserve Bank Australia having exhausted the limits of monetary policy, now is the time for the government to step up – like reducing imposts on business by lowering taxes, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Policy Government Markets Banking Politics Economy Tax Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/reserve-bank-done-as-much-as-can-up-to-government Mon, 24 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT Timing the share market is hard – just ask your super fund https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/timing-share-market-super-fund Super funds could have cleaned up when the market crashed 40 per cent and then rebounded by about as much – that they didn't reveals a lot about how hard it is to time trades, writes UNSW Business School's David Bell () Superannuation Investment Markets Economy Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/timing-share-market-super-fund Fri, 21 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT Manufacturing innovation: where are the real opportunities? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/manufacturing-innovation-opportunities There are a number of ways Australia can improve innovation and onshore manufacturing while leveraging offshore capability and reducing supply chain risks, according to UNSW Business School arpita.chatterjee@unsw.edu.au (Arpita Chatterjee) Asia-Pacific China Trade Technology Innovation Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/manufacturing-innovation-opportunities Thu, 20 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT A closer look inside AI at Google and Microsoft https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/closer-look-inside-ai-google-microsoft With companies increasingly handing decisions over to AI, how are tech giants like Google and Microsoft navigating the ethical challenges posed by machines? () Technology Ethics Digital Business Strategy Artificial Intelligence Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/closer-look-inside-ai-google-microsoft Wed, 19 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT Why are stock markets defying economic reality? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-stock-markets-defying-economic-reality With the S&P 500 nearing its all-time high, it's become pretty clear that stock markets in 2020 no longer tell the truth about the economic reality – instead, they're defying it, writes UNSW Business School's James Doran j.doran@unsw.edu.au (James Doran) Data Investment Finance Economy Markets Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-stock-markets-defying-economic-reality Mon, 17 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT Calling all real-world economists: your hour is now https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/calling-all-real-world-economists-your-hour-is-now With greater access to data combined with advances in methods, modelling and computing power, the next generation of well-trained economists can have more influence than ever, writes UNSW Business School’s Professor Gigi Foster gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Markets Data Analytics Finance Economy Economics Commerce https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/calling-all-real-world-economists-your-hour-is-now Fri, 14 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT Six important ways COVID-19 has changed the workplace for good https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/6-key-ways-covid-19-changing-workplace A new study sheds light on exactly how workplaces are changing during COVID-19, and the steps business leaders can take to ensure employees adapt effectively f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Psychology Employee engagement Management Social Impact Business Strategy Behaviour Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/6-key-ways-covid-19-changing-workplace Thu, 13 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT Paradigm shift: a roadmap for tackling the tough social issues https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/roadmap-social-issues Why the challenging social issues confronting Australia require a long-term and more holistic approach to policy on the part of the public and not-for-profit (NFP) sectors () Equality Social Impact Ethics Policy Government https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/roadmap-social-issues Tue, 11 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT Australia’s coronavirus bill: who is the government in debt to? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-coronavirus-government-debt Australia’s near $300 billion coronavirus deficit has been called "eye-watering" and could take decades to pay back, but who exactly is Australia in debt to? M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Government Markets Economics Banking Budget Economy Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-coronavirus-government-debt Mon, 10 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT Shorter meetings but longer days: how has COVID-19 changed the way we work? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shorter-meetings-longer-days-covid-19-work COVID-19 induced lockdowns have reduced the amount of time most workers spend in meetings but increased their working hours, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Employment Management Behaviour Technology Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shorter-meetings-longer-days-covid-19-work Mon, 10 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT Can we have GST reform without adding to social inequality? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/gst-reform-social-inequality It’s no surprise that NSW is touting changes to the rate and scope of the Goods and Services Tax amid the financial crisis triggered by coronavirus – but this could adversely impact lower-income households, says UNSW Business School's Jennie Granger (Jennie Granger) Regulation Government Equality Social Impact Economy Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/gst-reform-social-inequality Fri, 07 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT In a world-first, Australia plans to force Facebook and Google to pay for news https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-force-facebook-google-pay-news If the ACCC takes one of the tech giants to court for breach of the code, the penalty could be more than $10 million, writes UNSW Business School's Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Regulation Social media Brands Digital Ethics Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-force-facebook-google-pay-news Thu, 06 Aug 2020 00:00:00 GMT How to hedge your superannuation fund against recession risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/superannuation-hedge-recession Recent market turmoil has heightened concerns around superannuation, but UNSW Business School research shows pension fund managers can utilise portfolio insurance strategies to protect people’s later life savings from downside risk m.xu@unsw.edu.au (Mengyi Xu) Superannuation Risk Insurance Markets Retirement Economy Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/superannuation-hedge-recession Wed, 05 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT 3 keys to improving the mental health of SMEs in financial distress https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/3-keys-improving-mental-health-smes-financial-distress The mental health of small business owners is suffering amid the COVID-19 pandemic, but research linking financial wellbeing and poor tax health offers vital insights to improving the outlook for SMEs, says UNSW Business School's Ann Kayis-Kumar a.kayis@unsw.edu.au (Ann Kayis-Kumar) Policy Economy Tax Finance Accounting Government Law https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/3-keys-improving-mental-health-smes-financial-distress Mon, 03 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT The ACCC is suing Google – but is calling it out easier than fixing it? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accc-suing-google-misleading-millions Following a privacy policy change in 2016, Google has been collecting users' data from third-party websites and apps, and the ACCC argues users were misled into signing away their privacy, writes UNSW Law's Katharine Kemp () Regulation Security Privacy Data Customer experience Consumers Brands Digital https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accc-suing-google-misleading-millions Mon, 03 Aug 2020 07:00:00 GMT Blue-chip, volatile, high-risk: what retail investors are buying and why the professionals are selling https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/retail-investors-buying-professionals-selling Institutional investors are selling stocks while retail investors are buying them – but they may not understand the risks, says UNSW Business School's ​Carole Comerton-Forde c.comerton-forde@unsw.edu.au (Carole Comerton-Forde) Investment Finance Social Impact Risk Shareholders Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/retail-investors-buying-professionals-selling Fri, 31 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT Inside the digital transformation of China's Terracotta Warrior army https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/terracotta-warriors-digital-transformation The digital transformation of the museum housing the Terracotta Warriors army in China offers three essential lessons for business leaders in challenging times yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) Digital Data VR AR Innovation Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/terracotta-warriors-digital-transformation Thu, 30 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about diversity and inclusive leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/3-useful-things-diversity-inclusive-leadership Commitment to act and the courage to be vulnerable should form the foundation of any leadership model – not just inclusive leadership, according to Deloitte’s Juliet Bourke julietbourke@outlook.com (Juliet Bourke) Diversity Psychology Employee engagement Gender LGBTI Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/3-useful-things-diversity-inclusive-leadership Wed, 29 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT How to accelerate digital transformation in your organisation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-accelerate-digital-transformation-in-your-organisation Leaders should encourage everyone to view digital transformation as an opportunity and an exercise in organisational empowerment, according to UNSW Business School's Dr Yenni Tim yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) China Data Digital VR AR Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-accelerate-digital-transformation-in-your-organisation Wed, 29 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT The COVID-19 safe harbour: a shelter in the storm for directors? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-safe-harbour-directors The COVID-19 safe harbour provides some breathing-room for directors of companies in trouble – but the relief is time-limited and the clock is ticking, according to UNSW Business School's Pamela Hanrahan and Anil Hargovan p.hanrahan@unsw.edu.au (Pamela Hanrahan) Regulation Corporate Governance Leadership Risk Law https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-safe-harbour-directors Tue, 28 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT Five key considerations: should Australia diversify trade away from China? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-diversify-trade-china Businesses need to consider five important factors which will play a key role in Australia's future economic relationship with China, writes UNSW Business School’s Tim Harcourt (Tim Harcourt) China Politics Government Economy Global Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-diversify-trade-china Mon, 27 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT Three ways HR can benefit from 'skunk works' to help tackle COVID-19 https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hr-skunk-works-covid-19 Businesses and their HR teams can take advantage of 'skunk works' to improve people management outcomes during challenging times, writes UNSW Business School's Karin Sanders k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Leadership Technology Human resources Employee engagement Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hr-skunk-works-covid-19 Fri, 24 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT Post-COVID-19 revival: alternatives to spending superannuation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-alternatives-spending-superannuation With some 2.7 million people applying for early access to super, financial advisors need to consider more efficient and effective delivery modes to assist individuals in need of unbiased advice, writes UNSW Business School’s Anthony Asher a.asher@unsw.edu.au (Anthony Asher) Regulation Superannuation Investment Finance Retirement Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-alternatives-spending-superannuation Thu, 23 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT The Business Of Sustainable Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-sustainable-leadership-podcast This episode examines sustainable business models and a prevalent issue in global supply chains — modern slavery () Customer experience Risk Environment Social Impact Policy Corporate Governance Ethics Leadership Government Management Business Strategy Employment Regulation Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-sustainable-leadership-podcast Wed, 22 Jul 2020 14:00:00 GMT The Business Of Resilient Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-resilient-leadership-podcast This episode examines the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the valuable lessons it provides business leaders on how to build and nurture a culture of resilience and innovation within their organisations f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Employee engagement Risk Social Impact Human resources Leadership Management Business Strategy Employment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-resilient-leadership-podcast Wed, 22 Jul 2020 14:00:00 GMT The Business Of Ethical Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-ethical-leadership-podcast This episode explores the intricacies of ethical leadership and the challenges and opportunities leaders face combining profit with purpose k.muir@unsw.edu.au ( Kristy Muir) Equality Employment Employee engagement Management Corporate Governance Behaviour Digital Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-ethical-leadership-podcast Wed, 22 Jul 2020 14:00:00 GMT AU-US trade deal: What businesses need to know https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/au-us-trade-deal-businesses There are a number of key considerations businesses need to be aware of when it comes to Australia's trade deal with the US, says Tim Harcourt, J.W.Nevile Fellow in Economics at UNSW Business School (Tim Harcourt) Politics Economy Economics Trade China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/au-us-trade-deal-businesses Wed, 22 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT How CEO and director age affects boardroom decisions (and what boards can do about it) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ceo-director-age-boardroom-decisions Boards must encourage diversity across all levels – age, gender and expertise – to ensure shareholder interests are represented in significant business decisions, says UNSW Business School's Victoria Clout v.clout@unsw.edu.au (Victoria Clout) Diversity Employment Business Strategy Shareholders Retirement Gender https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ceo-director-age-boardroom-decisions Tue, 21 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT The cost of lockdowns is nowhere near as big as we have been told https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cost-lockdowns Profound confusion about the economic cost of the coronavirus compared to the economic cost of lockdowns needs to be cleared up, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Health Government Finance Risk Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cost-lockdowns Tue, 21 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT A cyberwar could cost $30 billion in weeks. But where's the real loss? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/30-billion-cyberwar-real-loss-erosion-public-trust Beyond the obvious risk of financial loss, cyberattacks can weaken trust in digital infrastructure – and by extension, trust in public institutions, writes Cyber Security Professor Richard Buckland () Asia-Pacific China Trade Security Politics Data Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/30-billion-cyberwar-real-loss-erosion-public-trust Mon, 20 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT 3 keys to 'authentic brand activism' at THE ICONIC https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/3-keys-brand-activism-the-iconic Brands backing the Black Lives Matter movement like THE ICONIC openly show support and solidarity on social media, but doing so can result in vastly different business outcomes for other brands – and its important to ask why, says a UNSW Business school expert n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Social media Equality Consumers Brands Diversity Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/3-keys-brand-activism-the-iconic Fri, 17 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT Four ways to make better business decisions in challenging times https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-decisions-challenging-economic-times How can leaders can make better business decisions on key issues in the current economic environment? UNSW Business School’s Mandy Cheng and Kerry Humphreys outline a four-step process (Mandy Cheng) Employee engagement Management Behaviour Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-decisions-challenging-economic-times Thu, 16 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT How our brains blind us to 'black swan' economic events https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brains-blind-black-swan-economic-events Neurobiological factors blind people to making sound investment decisions when markets are hit by large macroeconomic shocks, according to UNSW Business School research elise@unsw.edu.au (Elise Payzan-LeNestour) Psychology Consumers Investment Risk Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/brains-blind-black-swan-economic-events Wed, 15 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT Why the idea of a “job guarantee” is not that straightforward https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/job-guarantee-straightforward Higher unemployment is a price that has been paid to control the coronavirus pandemic, and it will take a mix of measures – beyond a simple job guarantee – to ensure that cost is only temporary, writes UNSW Sydney's Dr Peter Davidson () Labour relations Government Employment Social Impact Policy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/job-guarantee-straightforward Tue, 14 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT How business analytics and ethical AI create competitive advantages https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-analytics-ethical-ai There are a number of important considerations organisations must take into account when it comes to business analytics, big data and ethical AI, according to UNSW Business School's Sam Kirshner s.kirshner@unsw.edu.au (Sam Kirshner) Data Analytics Digital Business Strategy Technology Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-analytics-ethical-ai Fri, 10 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT Climate change and shareholder activism: what should boards do? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-shareholder-activism-boards Little research has been done into why shareholder activism is so effective, but a recent study sheds new light on how business can work with advocacy organisations to create positive change c.clune@unsw.edu.au (Conor Clune) Environment Investment Finance Corporate Governance Social Impact Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-change-shareholder-activism-boards Thu, 09 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT The case for sustainable communities: three big ideas to future-proof Australia https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainable-communities-future-proof-australia Business leaders can mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change by generating thousands of jobs in renewable energy, which can, in turn, help build more sustainable communities across the country p.sheldon@unsw.edu.au (Peter Sheldon) Environment Employment Investment Risk Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sustainable-communities-future-proof-australia Thu, 09 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT How to use regulatory technology to get deregulation right https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/regulatory-technology-deregulation The use of regulatory technology by both regulators and the regulated requires a deep understanding of its underlying fundamentals, writes UNSW Business School’s Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Regulation Law Government Corporate Governance Risk Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/regulatory-technology-deregulation Tue, 07 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT Stamp duty is an economic drag. Here's how to move to a better system https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stamp-duty-economic-drag-better-system It's time to reform stamp duty – one of the most inefficient and distorting taxes collected by Australia's state and territory governments, writes Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Regulation Real estate Housing Government Tax Economy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stamp-duty-economic-drag-better-system Mon, 06 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT How is climate risk impacting assets and infrastructure? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-risk-assets-infrastructure The cost of not reducing greenhouse gas emissions can no longer be ignored by business, and in this landscape, all asset owners and investors should be planning now for the ongoing viability of their portfolios () Risk Environment Social Impact Corporate Governance Health Energy Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/climate-risk-assets-infrastructure Fri, 03 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT Effective change leadership & the power of the people around you https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/change-leadership-power-people The ability to critically reflect, refresh and renew is crucial for change leaders, but being able to engage and motivate people is just as important, according to AGSM @ UNSW Business School () Business Strategy Leadership Innovation Behaviour Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/change-leadership-power-people Thu, 02 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT Australia's cybersecurity fragility: just how vulnerable is business? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-cybersecurity-vulnerable-business The announcement of the biggest ever package to fight cyberattacks confirms just how vulnerable Australia's cybersecurity really is to foreign economic espionage – and businesses must do more to protect themselves before it's too late () Security Risk Technology Government Data Privacy Trade China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-cybersecurity-vulnerable-business Wed, 01 Jul 2020 07:00:00 GMT Inside the successful digitalisation of Singaporean bank DBS https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digitalisation-dbs-bank Singaporean bank DBS has embarked on an aggressive digitalisation strategy to meet customer requirements and become more future-ready, writes Robin Speculand () Banking Business Strategy Digital Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/digitalisation-dbs-bank Tue, 30 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT Coronavirus' economic impact: challenges & opportunities for business https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-economic-impact-business The coronavirus has had a dramatic impact on economies around the world, and both business and government will need to take a carefully measured approach in managing for the long-term n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Regulation Government Economy Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-economic-impact-business Mon, 29 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT Trade tensions: Could boycotts hurt China more than Australia? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/trade-tensions-boycotts-hurt-china-australia UNSW Business School's J.W. Nevile Fellow in Economics, Tim Harcourt, examines whether the recent trade boycott imposed on Australia by China could be expanded and why the boycott could potentially harm China more than Australia. () China Trade Politics Markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/trade-tensions-boycotts-hurt-china-australia Mon, 29 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT How SAP is successfully navigating the coronavirus pandemic https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sap-navigating-coronavirus-pandemic SAP has focused on a number of key areas to help both employees and customers successfully manage through the coronavirus pandemic () Asia-Pacific Employment Customer experience Business Strategy Digital https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sap-navigating-coronavirus-pandemic Fri, 26 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT Why Google's plan to buy Fitbit has the ACCC's pulse racing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/google-fitbit-ACCC The competition watchdog has voiced concerns over the proposed US$2.1 billion ($3 billion) merger from which both users and Australian health services could lose out, according to UNSW Law's Dr Katherine Kemp () Technology Digital Regulation Data Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/google-fitbit-ACCC Thu, 25 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT What does the roadmap to recovery look like for Australia? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/roadmap-recovery-australia With some Australian businesses reopening from the pandemic shutdown, there are a number of important considerations and opportunities in the process, according to UNSW Business School j.piggott@unsw.edu.au (John Piggott) Population ageing Health Government Employment Economy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/roadmap-recovery-australia Wed, 24 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT Should there be a cap on tax advice deductions? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cap-tax-advice-deductions There is a solution to help individuals and businesses better manage the cost of tax advice – but it does not involve a cap on deductions, says UNSW Business School's Dr Ann Kayis-Kumar a.kayis@unsw.edu.au (Ann Kayis-Kumar) Regulation Law Tax Finance Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cap-tax-advice-deductions Wed, 24 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT Why China believed it had a case to hit Australian barley with tariffs https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-australian-barley-tariffs With China's recent imposition of tariffs on Australian barley there are also significant implications for the Murray Darling Basin Plan, according to UNSW Law's Dr Weihuan Zhou () Trade China Environment Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-australian-barley-tariffs Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT Why we need more stimulus to deal with the COVID-19 recession https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-recession-stimulus Policy responses to the current economic crisis must be different to past responses as fiscal contraction may simply make a recession worse, writes UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economy Economics Politics Government Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-recession-stimulus Mon, 22 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT Inside Atlassian's approach to making informed business decisions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/atlassian-business-decisions Atlassian's approach to making business decisions provides insights for leaders looking to better inform their decision-making processes in order to improve commercial outcomes (Christian Criado-Perez) Data Customer experience Business Strategy Digital Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/atlassian-business-decisions Fri, 19 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT 5 tips to become a more resilient leader in challenging times https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/5-tips-to-become-a-resilient-leader There are ways you can increase your resilience as a leader, but bouncing back doesn’t necessarily mean a return to normal, according to AGSM @ UNSW Business School () Psychology Employment Employee engagement Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/5-tips-to-become-a-resilient-leader Thu, 18 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT How agribusiness could generate opportunities for Indigenous Australians https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indigenous-agribusiness-opportunities Agribusiness offers a spark of social change that could benefit Indigenous Australians, according to AGSM @ UNSW Business School Indigenous Leadership alumni () Environment Employment Diversity Investment Social Impact Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indigenous-agribusiness-opportunities Wed, 17 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT What tax reforms are required to reduce our largest-ever deficit? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-policy-reforms-largest-ever-deficit There are a number of tax policy reforms that could be deployed to promote business investment, generate economic growth and create jobs in the wake of COVID-19, according to UNSW Business School's Jennie Granger (Jennie Granger) Government Budget Tax Economics Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-policy-reforms-largest-ever-deficit Tue, 16 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT Scrip dividend pros & cons: how dividend policies change in a crisis https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/scrip-dividend-policies-crisis With the coronavirus pandemic causing turmoil on markets around the world, companies need to take a cautious approach to scrip dividends in lieu of cash dividend payments, according to UNSW Business School research c.vansteenkiste@unsw.edu.au (Cara Vansteenkiste) Markets Investment Finance Shareholders Commerce https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/scrip-dividend-policies-crisis Mon, 15 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT How can business leaders accelerate digital transformation? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leaders-accelerate-digital-transformation There are several vital considerations business leaders must be clear on before they embark on a journey of digital transformation () Analytics Data Business Strategy Digital Leadership Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leaders-accelerate-digital-transformation Fri, 12 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT 4 lessons in digital transformation from the lucrative K-pop industry https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lessons-digital-transformation-k-pop K-pop is set to become one of the most lucrative industries in the world thanks to digital transformation, and this provides important insights and lessons for businesses more broadly, says UNSW Business School's Felix Tan f.tan@unsw.edu.au (Felix Tan) Customer experience User experience Technology Digital Social media Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/lessons-digital-transformation-k-pop Thu, 11 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT From coronavirus to recession: 6 keys to economic recovery https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-recession-keys-to-economic-recovery Australia has a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to rebuild the economy, but the government must reform six key areas if it is to kickstart the post-coronavirus economic recovery, according to UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Government Employment Economy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-recession-keys-to-economic-recovery Wed, 10 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT What are the six principles of sustainability leadership? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/six-principles-sustainability-leadership The six principle framework can be used as a tool for leaders to reflect on their sustainability development. UNSW Business School's Dr André Taylor discusses what it takes and how to grow as an effective sustainability leader. (André Taylor ) Leadership Business Strategy Management Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/six-principles-sustainability-leadership Tue, 09 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT Why candidates’ social media profiles are a waste of time for recruiters https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/candidates-social-media-recruiters There is little to no correlation for recruiters between a job candidate’s social media profile and potential on-the-job performance or retention levels, according to UNSW Business School research (Liwen Zhang) Social media Employment Management Human resources Ethics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/candidates-social-media-recruiters Fri, 05 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT How the novel coronavirus has spawned novel law-making https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-the-novel-coronavirus-has-spawned-novel-law-making The coronavirus pandemic has forced the government to take a novel approach to drafting legislation in order to get support for its COVIDSafe contact tracing app, according to UNSW Business School’s Peter Leonard (Peter Leonard) Privacy Law Government Data Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-the-novel-coronavirus-has-spawned-novel-law-making Thu, 04 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT Reskilling and retraining: how to tackle the underemployment crisis https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/reskilling-tackling-underemployment-crisis Coronavirus has hit Australia's job market hard. One solution is reskilling and retraining the workforce for the future labour market, but this brings other unique challenges for employers raja.junankar@unsw.edu.au (Raja Junankar) Government Employment Employee engagement Human resources Policy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/reskilling-tackling-underemployment-crisis Wed, 03 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT How can organisations improve employees' psychological safety? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/organisations-improve-psychological-safety Employees' psychological safety is under threat in times of crisis such as COVID-19, but there are steps leaders can take to help their employees feel safe again, according to UNSW Business School's Professor Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Psychology Employment Employee engagement Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/organisations-improve-psychological-safety Wed, 03 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT Is Scott Morrison's industrial relations peace gambit worth a shot? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/scott-morrison-industrial-relations Australia’s industrial relations system needs reform but it won’t happen without the key players agreeing to it themselves, writes UNSW Business School’s Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Labour relations Regulation Politics Government Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/scott-morrison-industrial-relations Tue, 02 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT 5 key considerations: how to go about deregulation successfully https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/5-considerations-successful-deregulation The path to successful deregulation is not an easy one, and there are a number of key considerations for both government and business in the process, explains UNSW Business School's Pamela Hanrahan p.hanrahan@unsw.edu.au (Pamela Hanrahan) Regulation Politics Government Corporate Governance Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/5-considerations-successful-deregulation Tue, 02 Jun 2020 00:00:00 GMT Rebuilding psychological safety in the workplace post-coronavirus https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-rebuild-psychological-safety-in-the-workplace-post-coronavirus Employee mental health and organisational outcomes are at risk but there are steps business leaders can take to reinforce psychological safety in the workplace, according to UNSW Business School's Frederik Anseel f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Psychology Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-rebuild-psychological-safety-in-the-workplace-post-coronavirus Mon, 01 Jun 2020 07:00:00 GMT Getting back to harvest: The way forward after China’s barley tariff https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-barley-tariff-Australia Following China’s decision to impose tariffs on Australian barley, more needs to be done on both sides to rebuild and strengthen economic cooperation for mutual benefit, according to UNSW Law's Dr Weihuan Zhou () China Trade Politics Government Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-barley-tariff-Australia Fri, 29 May 2020 07:00:00 GMT Deregulation: the road to recovery for business and government https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/deregulation-road-to-recovery-business-government If deregulation is to aid Australia's economic recovery then businesses must work with the government to effect real change in society, according to UNSW Business School's Pamela Hanrahan p.hanrahan@unsw.edu.au (Pamela Hanrahan) Regulation Politics Law Government Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/deregulation-road-to-recovery-business-government Thu, 28 May 2020 07:00:00 GMT Could wealth hidden in tax havens help repay stimulus package debts? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/wealth-hidden-tax-havens-stimulus-package-debts The current fiscal crisis demands that Australia continue to crack down on profit shifting to tax havens and help raise revenue to pay off debt incurred to fund economic stimulus packages, writes UNSW Business School's Rodney Brown rodney.brown@unsw.edu.au (Rodney Brown) Regulation Government Finance Tax Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/wealth-hidden-tax-havens-stimulus-package-debts Wed, 27 May 2020 07:00:00 GMT Gender equality: why coronavirus presents an opportunity to close the gap https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-opportunity-gender-equality The coronavirus crisis poses an opportunity for greater gender equality in the workplace but businesses and government must act now to capitalise on this, according to Australian Human Rights Institute's Louise Chappell and UNSW Business School's Claudio Sissa l.chappell@unsw.edu.au (Louise Chappell) Regulation Equality Diversity Gender Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-opportunity-gender-equality Tue, 26 May 2020 07:00:00 GMT 5 ways to improve cyber security through the COVID-19 pandemic https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cyber-security-pandemic UNSW Business School cyber security expert Dr Yenni Tim explains the relevance of cyber security during a pandemic and outlines five steps employees and organisations should take to protect critical business information yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) Security Data Digital Risk Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/cyber-security-pandemic Mon, 25 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT Subcontracting and sweatshops during coronavirus – the wake-up call businesses need? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/subcontracting-and-sweatshops-coronavirus-wake-up-call-for-businesses Businesses should not ignore the human cost of subcontracting cheap labour in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, according to UNSW Business School experts s.gregson@unsw.edu.au (Sarah Gregson) Regulation Equality Consumers Social Impact Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/subcontracting-and-sweatshops-coronavirus-wake-up-call-for-businesses Sun, 24 May 2020 21:00:00 GMT How to produce a meaningful CPI during COVID-19 lockdown https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inflation-goods-lockdown-CPI When products are not available during a lockdown, consumption growth will be overstated and changes in the cost of living will be underestimated, according to UNSW Business School’s Erwin Diewert and Kevin Fox k.fox@unsw.edu.au (Kevin Fox) Consumers Finance Economy Commerce Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inflation-goods-lockdown-CPI Fri, 22 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT From directing a criminal enterprise to leading a social enterprise https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/directing-criminal-leading-a-social-enterprise-confit From being sentenced to 13 years in prison for directing a criminal syndicate, to becoming a UNSW student and starting up a successful social enterprise, Joseph Kwon’s story is one of street smart meets book smart natalie.oh@unsw.edu.au (Natalie Oh) Start-ups Entrepreneurship Management Social Impact Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/directing-criminal-leading-a-social-enterprise-confit Wed, 20 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT Coronavirus mental health crisis: 5 ways leaders can help https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-mental-health-crisis-5-ways-leaders-can-help There are five ways business leaders can help those struggling with mental health through the coronavirus pandemic, according to UNSW Business School experts f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Health Management Behaviour Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-mental-health-crisis-5-ways-leaders-can-help Tue, 19 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT What's the real economic cost-benefit of the COVID-19 shutdown? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-costs-benefit-covid-19-shutdown The economic costs associated with the COVID-19 shutdown don't accurately factor in the real statistical value of people's lives, according to UNSW Sydney’s Richard Holden and University of Melbourne’s Bruce Preston richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Health Risk Economy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-costs-benefit-covid-19-shutdown Mon, 18 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT Barley, beef and bullies: trade tensions in a COVID-19 world https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/barley-beef-bullies-trade-tensions-covid-19-world Trade boycotts do not usually work and will come at a great cost to the country imposing the ban, according to UNSW Business School's Tim Harcourt (Tim Harcourt) China Trade Markets Government Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/barley-beef-bullies-trade-tensions-covid-19-world Fri, 15 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT 3 ways to continue adding value for customers in a COVID-19 world https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/value-customers-covid-19 As business navigates through and past COVID-19, it is important to continue to build loyalty, grow your customer base and connect your business to the community () Customer experience Consumers Brands Marketing Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/value-customers-covid-19 Wed, 13 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT How THE ICONIC uses analytics to help customers buy what they really want https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/the-iconic-data-analytics-customers This is how THE ICONIC uses marketing innovation and data analytics to bring a human touch to the way they interact with customers online j.cadeaux@unsw.edu.au (Jack Cadeaux) Data Customer experience Analytics Digital Commerce Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/the-iconic-data-analytics-customers Tue, 12 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT Leading your business out of coronavirus – for the better https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leading-coronavirus-for-the-better The coronavirus pandemic has challenged organisations in unprecedented ways, but leaders can take a number of steps to successfully manage their organisations and workforces past the pandemic, according to UNSW Business School k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Employment Management Behaviour Business Strategy Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leading-coronavirus-for-the-better Mon, 11 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT How can leaders improve employee wellbeing through a crisis? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leaders-employee-wellbeing-crisis There are a number of ways business leaders can help improve psychological resilience and employee wellbeing post-coronavirus, according to Professor Frederik Anseel, Associate Dean of Research at UNSW Business School f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Leadership Business Strategy Employee engagement Psychology Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-leaders-employee-wellbeing-crisis Thu, 07 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT 4 ways to improve employee wellbeing post-coronavirus https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-improve-employee-wellbeing-coronavirus Business leaders should do these four things to help improve psychological resilience and employee wellbeing post-coronavirus, according to UNSW Business School f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Psychology Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leaders-improve-employee-wellbeing-coronavirus Thu, 07 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT Succession planning checklist: 7 ways Boards can hire the right CEO https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Board-succession-planning-checklist-to-hire-CEO There are seven ways Boards should approach CEO succession planning to avoid picking an overconfident candidate, according to UNSW Business School research M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Corporate Governance Behaviour Risk Shareholders Psychology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Board-succession-planning-checklist-to-hire-CEO Wed, 06 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT Where's the low-hanging fruit in the tax system post-coronavirus? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-reform-system-post-coronavirus Tax reform in two key areas will be critical as Australia emerges from the COVID-19 crisis with a massive debt to fund stimulus packages, according to UNSW Business School’s Neil Warren and Richard Highfield (Richard Highfield) Tax Economics Economy Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tax-reform-system-post-coronavirus Tue, 05 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT Our vision of leadership is 2000 years past its use-by date https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/transformational-leadership-gravitas-values What does a modern leader look like? Not that different from a Roman in a toga, despite the millennia that have passed since those robes went out of fashion c.jackson@unsw.edu.au (Chris Jackson) History Psychology Management Behaviour Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/transformational-leadership-gravitas-values Fri, 01 May 2020 00:00:00 GMT Time for COVID-bonds? 6 ways to help future-proof the economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/COVID-bonds-stimulus-economy The government is providing stimulus on a scale hitherto unseen and could introduce “COVID bonds” to stimulate spending and growth, according to UNSW Business School's Richard Holden and University of Sydney's James Morley richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Government Economy Economics Investment Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/COVID-bonds-stimulus-economy Thu, 30 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT Shifting online: 5 post-coronavirus lessons for business leaders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/5-business-lessons-online-post-coronavirus Business leaders must remember these five key leadership lessons from working through the coronavirus pandemic even after lockdown, according to experts from UNSW Business School and MIT n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Digital Technology Leadership Employee engagement Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/5-business-lessons-online-post-coronavirus Wed, 29 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT What changes in insolvency laws mean for company directors https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/solvency-concerns-coronavirus-pandemic-company-directors While temporary suspension of insolvent trading laws is welcome for companies in financial distress through the coronavirus pandemic, this also has implications for company directors, according to UNSW Business School's Anil Hargovan a.hargovan@unsw.edu.au (Anil Hargovan) Regulation Law Corporate Governance Leadership Ethics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/solvency-concerns-coronavirus-pandemic-company-directors Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT 5 keys to working from home effectively through coronavirus https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/5-keys-working-from-home-coronavirus Maintaining productivity, health and wellbeing during the coronavirus lockdown has been a tricky task for many, but past research into adapting positively to working from home offers some reassurance, according to UNSW remote working experts (Leisa Sargent) Technology Digital Innovation Health Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/5-keys-working-from-home-coronavirus Mon, 27 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT A super balancing act? The Early Access to Superannuation Scheme https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/early-access-superannuation-scheme-trustees Superannuation funds will need to walk a fine line in balancing a number of key considerations in providing early access to members in need, according to UNSW Sydney's Rodney Brown, Scott Donald and Gordon Mackenzie gordon.mackenzie@unsw.edu.au (Gordon Mackenzie) Regulation Superannuation Investment Finance Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/early-access-superannuation-scheme-trustees Fri, 24 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT 7 reasons why the government should not bail out Virgin Australia https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-bailout-virgin-australia There are a number of important reasons why the government should not bailout Virgin Australia, according to UNSW Business School Banking & Finance Associate Professor Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Regulation Government Shareholders Economy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/government-bailout-virgin-australia Wed, 22 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT Why hierarchy boosts brokerage firm analyst team performance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hierarchy-boosts-analyst-team-performance For brokerage firms operating in China, there are a number of important reasons why hierarchy in teams of analysts matters – both for the firm and in keeping their investors happy k.li@unsw.edu.au (Kevin Li) China Investment Finance Management Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hierarchy-boosts-analyst-team-performance Tue, 21 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT Beyond JobKeeper: how to tackle unemployment post-coronavirus https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobkeeper-tackling-unemployment-post-covid-economy To tackle the problem of long-term unemployment as a result of the coronavirus, the Federal Government should take 5 important steps according to UNSW Business School labour markets expert Raja Junankar raja.junankar@unsw.edu.au (Raja Junankar) Labour relations Government Employment Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobkeeper-tackling-unemployment-post-covid-economy Mon, 20 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT Digging out of debt: who is going to pay for the stimulus packages? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/debt-multibillion-dollar-stimulus-packages The Australian Federal Government has announced multibillion-dollar stimulus packages as well as quantitative easing. But where is all this money coming from and who is going to pay for it? UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner explains M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Government Budget Finance Economy Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/debt-multibillion-dollar-stimulus-packages Fri, 17 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT 3 lessons from the GFC in how to lead through the coronavirus crisis https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/3-lessons-gfc-crisis-leadership There are three lessons to be learned from the GFC that will help leaders in managing through the coronavirus crisis, according to a UNSW Business School expert. f.anseel@unsw.edu.au (Frederik Anseel) Employee engagement Management Leadership Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/3-lessons-gfc-crisis-leadership Thu, 16 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT How can HR best help employees with domestic violence? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hr-domestic-violence There are nine commonly-used practices that HR departments use to effectively support employees who are victims of domestic violence, recent research has found k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Psychology Employment Human resources Leadership Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/hr-domestic-violence Thu, 09 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT Coronanomics: 8 things we've learnt about the economics of COVID-19 https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronanomics-economics-covid-19 While the COVID-19 pandemic is a public health crisis first and foremost, there are a number of significant impacts and lessons for both local and global economies, according to UNSW Business School’s Tim Harcourt (Tim Harcourt) Investment Risk Economy Commerce Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronanomics-economics-covid-19 Thu, 09 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT The most common COVID-19 cyber scams (and 4 ways to avoid them) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-phishing-cybersecurity-scams There has been a marked rise in phishing emails off the back of COVID-19, but there are steps organisations can take to protect themselves, according to a UNSW cybersecurity expert yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) Data Risk Technology Social media https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/covid-19-phishing-cybersecurity-scams Mon, 06 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT Why the JobKeeper program requires a rethink of zero net-debt to GDP https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobkeeper-program-zero-net-debt-gdp The Federal Government’s JobKeeper program requires a bigger revolution in our national thinking about debt and deficits, writes Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Government Employment Budget Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jobkeeper-program-zero-net-debt-gdp Mon, 06 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT Leadership lessons from the frontline in crisis management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/crisis-management-leadership-pandemic There are no silver bullets for leaders when it comes to crisis management, however, there are some crucial steps business leaders should take through the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a former SAS Commanding Officer () Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/crisis-management-leadership-pandemic Thu, 02 Apr 2020 00:00:00 GMT What is the #1 missing link in business strategy implementation? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-strategy-implementation Most business strategy implementations fail to achieve objectives because there is a vital missing link when it comes to integrating strategy formulation with execution g.shinkle@unsw.edu.au (George Shinkle) Employee engagement Management Business Strategy Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/business-strategy-implementation Mon, 30 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT How Harvey Norman survived the GFC, SARS and now the retail slump https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/harvey-norman-survived-gfc-sars-retail-slump In tough economic conditions, it is essential to keep investing in employees, tap into emerging markets and own your flagship strategy, says Harvey Norman CEO Katie Page () Customer experience Management Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/harvey-norman-survived-gfc-sars-retail-slump Fri, 27 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT The tyranny of social distance: how can airlines navigate coronavirus? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/qantas-coronavirus-tyranny-of-distance Qantas and other carriers have been hard-hit by travel restrictions as a result of the coronavirus. Tim Harcourt examines what this means for the aviation industry and what can be done to help navigate troubled economic times (Tim Harcourt) Risk Economy Global Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/qantas-coronavirus-tyranny-of-distance Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT 10 best practice tips for leading virtual teams https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leading-virtual-teams With organisations fast-tracking work from home for many employees as a result of COVID-19, there are 10 steps leaders can adopt to significantly improve their leadership skills in managing virtual teams w.felps@unsw.edu.au (Will Felps) Employment Employee engagement Management Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/leading-virtual-teams Tue, 24 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about fear economics (and how to contain it) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/fear-economics-how-to-stop-it Volatility in stock markets has increased dramatically thanks to the fear being whipped up around COVID-19. However, there are 3 questions investors should consider to get a better grip of the situation, writes UNSW’s Associate Professor James Doran j.doran@unsw.edu.au (James Doran) Markets Investment Shareholders Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/fear-economics-how-to-stop-it Fri, 20 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Why the stimulus package won’t be enough to stop a recession https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stimulus-package-recession The government’s stimulus package will not be big enough to stimulate the Australian economy, according to a UNSW Economics expert, who observes that some workers may be left especially vulnerable raja.junankar@unsw.edu.au (Raja Junankar) Economics Consumers Employment Government https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/stimulus-package-recession Mon, 16 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Can a leopard change its spots? Facebook privacy under scrutiny https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Facebook-privacy-court-action Facebook is being taken to court over privacy breaches, and this has implications for other companies focused on extracting personal information at the expense of privacy, according to UNSW Sydney's Katharine Kemp and Kayleen Manwaring Kayleen.manwaring@unsw.edu.au (Kayleen Manwaring) Privacy Regulation Social media Law https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Facebook-privacy-court-action Thu, 12 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Will coronavirus trigger a recession (and what can be done about it)? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-recession Is a recession on the cards with the economic contagion being spread by coronavirus? UNSW Professor of Economics Gigi Foster looks at what options are available for government and explains why there might be an economic uptick in the long-term gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Economy Commerce Government Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-recession Wed, 11 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Could toilet paper be the new consumer fear index? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/toilet-paper-shortages Consumers are panic buying toilet paper out of fears associated with the impact of CODVID-19 – however, there are ways to reduce the incidence of such behaviour n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Psychology Consumers Behaviour Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/toilet-paper-shortages Mon, 09 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT A time to borrow; a time to spend: rate cuts underline COVID-19 crisis https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rate-cuts-coronavirus-crisis With the Reserve Bank cutting interest rates to record lows, the government has an opportunity to make smart investments that will pay huge dividends, writes Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Markets Government Finance Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rate-cuts-coronavirus-crisis Fri, 06 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Mass surveillance, privacy & security: what can Australia learn from China? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mass-surveillance-technology-economy As the Government's identity-matching Bill is redrafted, there are a number of lessons Australia can learn from China when it comes to surveillance technology carmen.leong@unsw.edu.au (Carmen Leong) China Security Privacy Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/mass-surveillance-technology-economy Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:00:00 GMT Why does economic reform in the automotive industry need a change of gears? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-reform-automotive-industry Economic reform in the automotive industry does not come easy, and Tim Harcourt examines the lessons to be learned from GM's recent decision to close down Holden (Tim Harcourt) Economy Labour relations Markets Brands https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-reform-automotive-industry Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT Solid foundations: how to design & construct better buildings https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/design-construct-better-buildings Building design & construction industry professionals, academic researchers and government can learn a lot from each other – if they take a more collaborative approach (Christian Criado-Perez) Management Environment Real estate Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/design-construct-better-buildings Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT How can businesses handle negative Google reviews? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/handling-negative-google-reviews Following a court ruling about a negative Google review, there are a number of steps businesses take to handle negative Google reviews (and encourage positive reviews), according to UNSW Business School's Associate Professor Rob Nicholls r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Regulation Digital Data Law https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/handling-negative-google-reviews Mon, 17 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT How technology is bringing people together to deal with coronavirus https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-connected-world The same technological forces that make the Wuhan Coronavirus outbreak a global concern are also key to managing the crisis response, writes Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) China Economy Innovation Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/coronavirus-connected-world Fri, 14 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT Why the franchise system is broken (and how to fix it) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/franchise-system The franchise system places franchisees between a rock and a hard place when it comes to legal and financial responsibilities – but new research has found that there is a simple fix for the problem jm.buchan@unsw.edu.au (Jenny Buchan) Franchising Regulation Law Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/franchise-system Wed, 12 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT Is superannuation still super for baby boomers? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-superannuation-still-super-for-baby-boomers Most baby boomers won't have a lot of money for retirement because they came to superannuation late. But others are more lucky, as Warren Chant – a former director of research, data insights company Chant West – explains to Julian Lorkin for BusinessThink. () Superannuation Retirement Population ageing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-superannuation-still-super-for-baby-boomers Wed, 12 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT US-China Trade Deal: Has China been Trumped? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/us-china-trade-deal While the US-China Trade Deal is not ideal for Australia, J.W. Nevile fellow at UNSW Business School, Tim Harcourt, explains that anything is a better outcome than an all-out trade war. (Tim Harcourt) Economy Trade Politics Markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/us-china-trade-deal Tue, 11 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT Indonesia-Australia economic ties: where is the untapped potential? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indonesia-australia-economic-ties With a State Visit by Indonesia's President on Australia's doorstep, Tim Harcourt examines the economic history of Indonesia-Australia ties and explores areas of untapped potential for Australian business (Tim Harcourt) Asia-Pacific Trade Investment Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/indonesia-australia-economic-ties Thu, 06 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT What really needs to be done to close tax haven loopholes? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/close-tax-haven-loopholes While media shaming of corporations which profit-shift to a tax haven is an obvious deterrent of such activity, governments need to change tax laws in order to have a real impact rodney.brown@unsw.edu.au (Rodney Brown) Banking Business Strategy Global Ethics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/close-tax-haven-loopholes Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:00:00 GMT Clarion call: how pro-social organisations can rally support online https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pro-social-organisations-online-support There are a number of important elements pro-social organisations need to consider in their online presence in order to improve volunteering, philanthropy and activism outcomes r.vidgen@unsw.edu.au (Richard Vidgen) Behaviour Digital Social Impact Crowdfunding https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/pro-social-organisations-online-support Wed, 29 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT In terms of economic history, how does Advance Australia fare? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australias-economic-history The story of Australia’s economic history goes back long before most modern economists will recognise, and Tim Harcourt examines why it is important to understand Australia’s economic roots (Tim Harcourt) History Asia-Pacific Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australias-economic-history Fri, 24 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about human motivation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/human-motivation Unseen commitments as well as material incentives drive our decisions and play an influential role in human motivation gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Economics Behaviour Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/human-motivation Mon, 20 Jan 2020 00:00:00 GMT AR puts our imaginations to work when we shop https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ar-puts-our-imaginations-to-work-when-we-shop Digital enhancement can make us more comfortable with purchasing decisions m.chylinski@unsw.edu.au (Mathew Chylinski) AR Customer experience Marketing Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ar-puts-our-imaginations-to-work-when-we-shop Mon, 09 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Festive gestures: What the gifts you give say about you https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/festive-gestures-what-the-gifts-you-give-say-about-you Despite the seasonal pressure, there's more joy to be found in giving than taking c.jackson@unsw.edu.au (Chris Jackson) Psychology Behaviour Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/festive-gestures-what-the-gifts-you-give-say-about-you Mon, 09 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about greed and misconduct https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-greed-and-misconduct At its worst, it's an insatiable desire for more of what cannot satisfy a.asher@unsw.edu.au (Anthony Asher) Behaviour Ethics Psychology Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-greed-and-misconduct Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Why secular stagnation haunts the Australian economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-secular-stagnation-haunts-the-australian-economy A decade on from the GFC, it appears the economic hangover is still with us. UNSW Business School economics professor Richard Holden explains the situation to Julian Lorkin for BusinessThink. richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-secular-stagnation-haunts-the-australian-economy Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT How a family firm in India became a global conglomerate https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-a-family-firm-in-india-became-a-global-conglomerate The Tata Group is a household name in India and most parts of the world, and its success story is a masterclass in digital transformation () India Digital Analytics Innovation Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-a-family-firm-in-india-became-a-global-conglomerate Mon, 02 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT Why ageing in a climate crisis challenges risk modelling https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-ageing-in-a-climate-crisis-challenges-risk-modelling Older people are particularly vulnerable to increasing heatwaves and drought (Rafal Chomik) Population ageing Insurance Risk Retirement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-ageing-in-a-climate-crisis-challenges-risk-modelling Mon, 25 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT How small business lending survives big bank stress tests https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-small-business-lending-survives-big-bank-stress-tests Research reveals other players are stepping in to provide credit kristle.cortes@unsw.edu.au (Kristle Romero-Cortés) Regulation Banking Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-small-business-lending-survives-big-bank-stress-tests Mon, 18 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT A new focus on the network capital of movers and shakers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/a-new-focus-on-the-network-capital-of-movers-and-shakers Can we utilise the power of connections and still facilitate competition? richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Markets Innovation Economics Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/a-new-focus-on-the-network-capital-of-movers-and-shakers Mon, 11 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about economists https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-economists Conflicting visions obscure the road to appropriate and realistic policies () Markets Economics Ethics Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-economists Fri, 08 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT What will happen to world trade after Brexit? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-will-happen-to-world-trade-after-brexit The fate of Brexit is uncertain, but if the UK were to leave the European Union without a deal it would automatically fall back on World Trade Organization rules. Would this be such a bad thing? Tim Harcourt, the J.W. Nevile fellow at UNSW Business School, is a trade expert and he spoke with Julian Lorkin for BusinessThink . (Tim Harcourt) Economy Trade Politics Markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-will-happen-to-world-trade-after-brexit Fri, 08 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT Never underestimate the power of a simple thank you https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/never-underestimate-the-power-of-a-simple-thank-you Could expressing appreciation be a core part of management and leadership training? heslin@unsw.edu.au (Peter Heslin) Employee engagement Human resources Leadership Psychology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/never-underestimate-the-power-of-a-simple-thank-you Mon, 04 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT How to include homes in the age pension assets test https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-include-homes-in-the-age-pension-assets-test The median price in each postcode could set the cut-off point for exemption a.asher@unsw.edu.au (Anthony Asher) Population ageing Real estate Social Impact Retirement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-include-homes-in-the-age-pension-assets-test Fri, 01 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT Get with the changing pace to avoid an IT project stuff-up https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/get-with-the-changing-pace-to-avoid-an-it-project-stuff-up Can the usual large providers meet the demands of new digital platforms? f.tan@unsw.edu.au (Felix Tan) Customer experience Digital Business Strategy Technology Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/get-with-the-changing-pace-to-avoid-an-it-project-stuff-up Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT Is the productive wellbeing of older workers all in the mind? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-the-productive-wellbeing-of-older-workers-all-in-the-mind Meditation techniques can lift the health and fulfilment of mature-age employees () Population ageing Health Employee engagement Diversity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-the-productive-wellbeing-of-older-workers-all-in-the-mind Mon, 21 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT Jennie Granger: Revamping the tax office shouldn’t be taxing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jennie-granger-revamping-the-tax-office-shouldn-t-be-taxing How do you revamp an organisation such as the tax office? Jennie Granger, a Professor of Practice in the school of taxation & business law at UNSW Business School, spent five years as a commissioner and director general at Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs in the UK where she led a transformation and doubled compliance revenues. She spoke with Julian Lorkin for BusinessThink. (Jennie Granger) Leadership Tax Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jennie-granger-revamping-the-tax-office-shouldn-t-be-taxing Tue, 15 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT Welcome to the hospital and how can I assist you today? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/welcome-to-the-hospital-and-how-can-i-assist-you-today Robots enabled by AI are working well with patients and medical staff in China shan.pan@unsw.edu.au (Shan-Ling Pan) Health Customer experience Artificial Intelligence Innovation China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/welcome-to-the-hospital-and-how-can-i-assist-you-today Mon, 14 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about franking credits https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-franking-credits Political point scoring has misrepresented a tax system designed to be fair peter.swan@unsw.edu.au (Peter Swan) Tax Investment Finance Politics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-franking-credits Mon, 07 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT How a free tax clinic is rescuing the overwhelmed https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-a-free-tax-clinic-is-rescuing-the-overwhelmed A nationwide initiative meets a genuine and otherwise unmet community need a.kayis@unsw.edu.au (Ann Kayis-Kumar) Tax Social Impact Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-a-free-tax-clinic-is-rescuing-the-overwhelmed Fri, 04 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT Interest rate cut welcome – but what of secular stagnation? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/interest-rate-cut-welcome-but-what-of-secular-stagnation We are caught in a low-growth, low-interest rate, low-inflation trap richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Real estate Housing Budget Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/interest-rate-cut-welcome-but-what-of-secular-stagnation Tue, 01 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT How much customer data should firms be forced to share? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-much-customer-data-should-firms-be-forced-to-share A key issue is the balance between competition benefits and scope to innovate r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Regulation Privacy Data Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-much-customer-data-should-firms-be-forced-to-share Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT Economic windfall thanks to Aussie rules football https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-windfall-thanks-to-aussie-rules-football Sports fans are keen spenders, particularly during grand final season (Tim Harcourt) Employment Investment Economy Commerce https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economic-windfall-thanks-to-aussie-rules-football Wed, 25 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT Why cheap fashion is expensive for those who are making it https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-cheap-fashion-is-expensive-for-those-who-are-making-it Our appetite for low-cost garments jeopardises the campaign for safer factories s.frenkel@unsw.edu.au (Stephen Frenkel) Labour relations Trade Employment Ethics Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-cheap-fashion-is-expensive-for-those-who-are-making-it Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT A smarter approach to analysis refines insurance predictions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/a-smarter-approach-to-analysis-refines-insurance-predictions There's an improved model for understanding the main drivers of losses bernard.wong@unsw.edu.au (Bernard Wong) Insurance Data Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/a-smarter-approach-to-analysis-refines-insurance-predictions Thu, 19 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT Can banks grasp how Aboriginal people talk about money? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-banks-grasp-how-aboriginal-people-talk-about-money For Indigenous Australians, there is a sense that wealth is for sharing () Equality Finance Social Impact Diversity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-banks-grasp-how-aboriginal-people-talk-about-money Mon, 16 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT Who do you call to mend a market, or to design a new one? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/who-do-you-call-to-mend-a-market-or-to-design-a-new-one Top brains at AGORA are creating solutions for complex practical problems j.goeree@unsw.edu.au (Jacob Goeree) Markets Data Innovation Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/who-do-you-call-to-mend-a-market-or-to-design-a-new-one Mon, 16 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT What is the impact of plain cigarette packaging? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-is-the-impact-of-plain-cigarette-packaging If you buy a packet of cigarettes, gone is the colourful branding – replaced by plain packaging, littered with health warnings and grim images. But does it work? Scientia professor John Roberts has been researching the impact of the change. johnr@agsm.edu.au (John Roberts) Regulation Health Consumers Brands https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-is-the-impact-of-plain-cigarette-packaging Mon, 16 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT Look who owns Australia's biggest companies https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/look-who-owns-australia-s-biggest-companies Never mind China, it's US corporate investors that dominate () Markets Investment Shareholders Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/look-who-owns-australia-s-biggest-companies Thu, 12 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT How to measure the value of free in the digital economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-measure-the-value-of-free-in-the-digital-economy New research is counting the gains from things we get for nothing k.fox@unsw.edu.au (Kevin Fox) Digital Gig economy Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-measure-the-value-of-free-in-the-digital-economy Wed, 11 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT Chinese experience informs our reverse mortgage market https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chinese-experience-informs-our-reverse-mortgage-market Consumers need a better explanation of how an equity release product can work k.hanewald@unsw.edu.au (Katja Hanewald) Population ageing China Behaviour Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chinese-experience-informs-our-reverse-mortgage-market Mon, 09 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT Is this class the key to filling cybersecurity roles? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-this-class-the-key-to-filling-cybersecurity-roles Industry and students are energised by a new hands-on approach to learning yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) Digital Security Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-this-class-the-key-to-filling-cybersecurity-roles Mon, 02 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about effective HR management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-effective-hr-management Clear messaging needs to be distinctive, consistent and consensual k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Employee engagement Human resources Management Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-effective-hr-management Mon, 26 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT EU cheese and whisky rules could give Australia a boost https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/eu-cheese-and-whisky-rules-could-give-australia-a-boost What's in a name when it's the quality of the goods that matters? (Tim Harcourt) Trade Commerce Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/eu-cheese-and-whisky-rules-could-give-australia-a-boost Wed, 21 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT How start-ups are using the back door to list on the ASX https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-start-ups-are-using-the-back-door-to-list-on-the-asx Despite regulatory concern, it's a legitimate and viable pathway to capital v.clout@unsw.edu.au (Victoria Clout) Finance Innovation Markets Shareholders Start-ups Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-start-ups-are-using-the-back-door-to-list-on-the-asx Tue, 20 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT Why digital marketing in China is different https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-digital-marketing-in-china-is-different China has established a completely different digital ecosystem to the West. Sinorbis software helps bridge that gap. Company founder Nicolas Chu is a Professor of Practice at UNSW Business School. He spoke to Julian Lorkin for BusinessThink. () China Digital Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-digital-marketing-in-china-is-different Thu, 15 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT ATO can use global data leaks to pursue multinationals https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ato-can-use-global-data-leaks-to-pursue-multinationals Once the cat is out of the bag it's fair game a.kayis@unsw.edu.au (Ann Kayis-Kumar) Data Global Tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ato-can-use-global-data-leaks-to-pursue-multinationals Thu, 15 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT Will a broader use of auditing standards increase trust? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/will-a-broader-use-of-auditing-standards-increase-trust Getting non-financial professionals on board may be a double-edged sword r.simnett@unsw.edu.au (Roger Simnett) Accounting Business Strategy Corporate Governance Ethics Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/will-a-broader-use-of-auditing-standards-increase-trust Thu, 15 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT Why the judge roasted ASIC's bank crackdown https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-the-judge-roasted-asic-s-bank-crackdown The Federal Court has dismissed allegations brought by ASIC against Westpac M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Banking Finance Regulation Law https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-the-judge-roasted-asic-s-bank-crackdown Wed, 14 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT Five ways to build profits from blockchain enterprises https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/five-ways-to-build-profits-from-blockchain-enterprises Innovative Chinese companies are seeking a first-mover advantage e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) China Digital Innovation Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/five-ways-to-build-profits-from-blockchain-enterprises Tue, 13 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT Don’t blame robot traders for stock market volatility https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/don-t-blame-robot-traders-for-stock-market-volatility In play is a strategy of risk management and resource reallocation e.sojli@unsw.edu.au (Elvira Sojli) Economy Markets China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/don-t-blame-robot-traders-for-stock-market-volatility Tue, 06 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT Can the new whistleblowing laws destigmatise disclosure? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-the-new-whistleblowing-laws-destigmatise-disclosure Even with wider protections, it's best to seek legal advice before coming forward p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Ethics Behaviour Employee engagement Regulation Corporate Governance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-the-new-whistleblowing-laws-destigmatise-disclosure Tue, 06 Aug 2019 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about managing diversity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-managing-diversity Access to different perspectives and experiences fosters alternative solutions s.chan-serafin@unsw.edu.au (Suzanne Chan-Serafin) Diversity Business Strategy Human resources Social Impact Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-managing-diversity Mon, 29 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT ACCC calls for new measures to combat digital dominance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accc-calls-for-new-measures-to-combat-digital-dominance The regulator favours a multi-agency approach for monitoring and enforcement r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Digital Policy Data Privacy Markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accc-calls-for-new-measures-to-combat-digital-dominance Fri, 26 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT Shadow banks the biggest danger for Chinese economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shadow-banks-the-biggest-danger-for-chinese-economy China's growth rate is likely to stay low and it may slip into recession () Economy Banking Global Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/shadow-banks-the-biggest-danger-for-chinese-economy Thu, 25 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT The roots of Australian democracy sprang from its penal history https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/the-roots-of-australian-democracy-sprang-from-its-penal-history Researchers aim to demonstrate the importance of collective convict protest m.quinlan@unsw.edu.au (Michael Quinlan) Equality Politics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/the-roots-of-australian-democracy-sprang-from-its-penal-history Wed, 24 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT Who should pay for policing hooligans at sporting events? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/who-should-pay-for-policing-hooligans-at-sporting-events Authorities want clubs to foot the bill but it's a broader community issue j.baxter@unsw.edu.au (Jane Baxter) Accounting Social Impact Customer experience Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/who-should-pay-for-policing-hooligans-at-sporting-events Tue, 23 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT Is it time to axe the tax return? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-it-time-to-axe-the-tax-return A simpler standardised process could save time and be less of a drag on the economy k.bain@unsw.edu.au (Kathrin Bain) Tax Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-it-time-to-axe-the-tax-return Thu, 18 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT How success is elusive for budding entrepreneurs in Iran https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-success-is-elusive-for-budding-entrepreneurs-in-iran Navigating the local business ecosystem is complex and unpredictable () Start-ups Innovation Management Global Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-success-is-elusive-for-budding-entrepreneurs-in-iran Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT Has Shanghai got it wrong with dividend regulations? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/has-shanghai-got-it-wrong-with-dividend-regulations A measure to restore minority investor confidence is proving problematic k.li@unsw.edu.au (Kevin Li) Finance Markets Shareholders Investment China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/has-shanghai-got-it-wrong-with-dividend-regulations Tue, 09 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT How China’s ageing population will impact on the rest of us https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-china-s-ageing-population-will-impact-on-the-rest-of-us The world’s second largest economy is getting old before it gets rich j.piggott@unsw.edu.au (John Piggott) Aged care Economy Social Impact China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-china-s-ageing-population-will-impact-on-the-rest-of-us Mon, 08 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT Open banking revolution off to a tentative start https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/open-banking-revolution-off-to-a-tentative-start Australia has a new banking code of practice with banks told to treat customers fairly r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Banking Finance Data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/open-banking-revolution-off-to-a-tentative-start Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about customer value propositions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-customer-value-propositions Business performance will be boosted for firms that get it right a.payne@unsw.edu.au (Adrian Payne) Management Customer experience Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-customer-value-propositions Fri, 28 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT China & US trade war dominates G20 Osaka Summit https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-us-trade-war-dominates-g20-osaka-summit The trade dispute between China and the US has dominated the agenda of G20 in Osaka. Professor Fariborz Moshirian from the UNSW Business School says it was a difficult summit, and discussion of trade means that other issues did not get much attention. f.moshirian@unsw.edu.au (Fariborz Moshirian) Environment Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-us-trade-war-dominates-g20-osaka-summit Thu, 27 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT Aging populations threaten G20 fiscal sustainability, says taskforce https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/aging-populations-threaten-g20-fiscal-sustainability-says-taskforce G20 countries need to urgently reform their tax systems, improve productivity and rethink conventional macroeconomic policies if they are to protect their economies from the knock-on effects of aging populations, according to a G20 task force. j.piggott@unsw.edu.au (John Piggott) Aged care https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/aging-populations-threaten-g20-fiscal-sustainability-says-taskforce Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT Facebook's new digital currency https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/facebook-s-new-digital-currency UNSW Business School associate professor Elvira Sojli discusses Facebook’s plan for new digital currency with Julian Lorkin for BusinessThink. e.sojli@unsw.edu.au (Elvira Sojli) Cryptocurrency Banking Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/facebook-s-new-digital-currency Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT Is there really an export industry in medicinal cannabis? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-there-really-an-export-industry-in-medicinal-cannabis Recreational users would bump up profits but it's a weed anyone can grow () Behaviour Health Markets Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-there-really-an-export-industry-in-medicinal-cannabis Mon, 17 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT Will society break down when women earn more than men? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/will-society-break-down-when-women-earn-more-than-men Relationships may be even happier when females pull in the big bucks gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Social Impact Equality Economics Diversity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/will-society-break-down-when-women-earn-more-than-men Fri, 14 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT Harald van Heerde explains the constraints of loyalty programs https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/harald-van-heerde-explains-the-constraints-of-loyalty-programs Professor Harald van Heerde is a marketing scholar of international renown who has recently joined UNSW Business School. A specialist in econometric models and analytics to improve marketing decision-making, he spoke with Julian Lorkin for BusinessThink. h.vanheerde@unsw.edu.au (Harald van Heerde) Data Markets Customer experience Advertising https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/harald-van-heerde-explains-the-constraints-of-loyalty-programs Wed, 12 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT Why is the demand for reverse mortgages low? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-is-the-demand-for-reverse-mortgages-low Researchers from UNSW Business School will investigate behavioural and other issues behind the low uptake of reverse mortgages in Australia. h.bateman@unsw.edu.au (Hazel Bateman) Retirement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-is-the-demand-for-reverse-mortgages-low Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT How should companies behave? The dilemmas of corporate governance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-should-companies-behave-the-dilemmas-of-corporate-governance Companies need to articulate realistic values and stick to them p.hanrahan@unsw.edu.au (Pamela Hanrahan) Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-should-companies-behave-the-dilemmas-of-corporate-governance Tue, 11 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT Why Airbnb reviews are too tactful to be trusted https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-airbnb-reviews-are-too-tactful-to-be-trusted Users are reluctant to be a digital whinger in the collaborative space (Emma McDaid) Digital Customer experience Gig economy Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-airbnb-reviews-are-too-tactful-to-be-trusted Wed, 05 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT Oil price slump: is this an economic warning? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/oil-price-slump-economic-implications Motorists may be cheering the slump in the price for crude oil, which has fallen in price by nearly 20 percent over the past few weeks. However, an economist warns this may be a cautionary sign that the world’s economy is about to slow down drastically as a result of trade tensions. (Tim Harcourt) Economy Trade Commerce https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/oil-price-slump-economic-implications Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT Jacob Goeree: Creating new markets for global impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jacob-goeree-creating-new-markets-for-global-impact Professor Jacob Goeree, a Scientia Professor at UNSW Business School, is using the relatively new field of market design to create new markets which can be applied to areas as diverse as the local fisheries industry and China’s growing pollution problem. j.goeree@unsw.edu.au (Jacob Goeree) Economics Commerce Environment Markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/jacob-goeree-creating-new-markets-for-global-impact Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT Bob Hawke: a man who influenced careers, changed a nation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bob-hawke-a-man-who-influenced-careers-changed-a-nation Bob Hawke was a Prime Minister of Australia who won four consecutive elections and ushered in a decade of economic and social reform. UNSW Business School's Tim Harcourt reflects on Hawke's life, and the times they crossed paths. (Tim Harcourt) Labour relations Leadership Politics Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bob-hawke-a-man-who-influenced-careers-changed-a-nation Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT Unemployment steady at 5.1% – but how many full time? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unemployment-rate-may-2019 Australia's trend unemployment rate remained steady in April 2019 at 5.1%, according to the latest information released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). g.otto@unsw.edu.au (Glenn Otto) Human resources Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unemployment-rate-may-2019 Thu, 16 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT Good governance may be Uber’s saviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/good-governance-may-be-uber-s-saviour Uber’s strong corporate governance framework could help it perform better in the future M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Business Strategy Corporate Governance Digital Markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/good-governance-may-be-uber-s-saviour Tue, 14 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT A battle of ideas in the lucky country https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/a-battle-of-ideas-in-the-lucky-country Australia goes the polls this Saturday (Tim Harcourt) Politics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/a-battle-of-ideas-in-the-lucky-country Tue, 14 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT A cut in interest rates could give a boost to the housing market https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rba-interest-rate-cut Australia's central bank will meet again to consider a move in interest rates, and is tipped to cut the cash rate to a record low 1.25 per cent. At least one further reduction is expected over coming months. An academic from UNSW Business School argues that a sharp cut in interest rates is needed to give a boost to the economy. However, he adds APRA’s planned cuts to lending rules may re energise the housing market more. richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economy Economics Housing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rba-interest-rate-cut Sun, 05 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT Why not all failing teams are equal https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-not-all-failing-teams-are-equal New research identifies five team archetypes and an understanding of their trajectories can help managers foster a more effective collaboration c.g.collins@unsw.edu.au (Catherine Collins) Management Human resources Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-not-all-failing-teams-are-equal Wed, 01 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT China booms as Wall Street at record high – but what of a trade deal? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-booms-as-wall-street-at-record-high-but-what-of-a-trade-deal US shares have hit an all-time high, marking the stock market's complete recovery from a nosedive at the end of last year amid fears of a global recession, an escalating trade war between the US and China, and concerns that raising interest rates could slam the brakes on tentative green shoots of economic growth. (Tim Harcourt) Economics Economy Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-booms-as-wall-street-at-record-high-but-what-of-a-trade-deal Wed, 01 May 2019 00:00:00 GMT Pot of money: Fiona Martin on the tax liabilities that come with crowdfunding https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Pot-of-money-Fiona-Martin-on-the-tax-liabilities-that-come-with-crowdfunding Start-ups need to consider their structure from the outset f.martin@unsw.edu.au (Fiona Martin) Tax Start-ups Entrepreneurship Crowdfunding https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Pot-of-money-Fiona-Martin-on-the-tax-liabilities-that-come-with-crowdfunding Tue, 30 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT Beyond mining: Fariborz Moshirian on the Australian economy and the need to diversify https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Fariborz-Moshirian-on-the-Australian-economy-and-the-need-to-diversify Natural resources are strong but there are other opportunities f.moshirian@unsw.edu.au (Fariborz Moshirian) Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Fariborz-Moshirian-on-the-Australian-economy-and-the-need-to-diversify Mon, 29 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT Is Airtasker leading the way in gig labour standards? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-airtasker-leading-the-way-in-gig-labour-standards The peer-to-peer jobs platform has pioneered a union agreement a.junor@unsw.edu.au (Anne Junor) Gig economy Business Strategy Employment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-airtasker-leading-the-way-in-gig-labour-standards Mon, 29 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT The housing bubble: will the house price collapse result in a recession? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/the-housing-bubble-will-the-house-price-collapse-result-in-a-recession It is well known that a bursting housing bubble is one of the strongest leading indicators of a recession as falling wealth levels from housing can have large impacts on household consumption, according to UNSW Business School reeves@unsw.edu.au (Jonathan Reeves) Housing Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/the-housing-bubble-will-the-house-price-collapse-result-in-a-recession Tue, 23 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT John Howard reflects on the implementation of GST in Australia https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/john-howard-reflects-on-the-implementation-of-gst-in-australia As Australia's 25th prime minister, John Howard led government from 1996 to 2007. In 1999, he legislated for the introduction of a goods and services tax (GST). At a UNSW Business School event to mark the 20th anniversary of the GST, Howard spoke to Julian Lorkin for BusinessThink. () Policy Tax Government Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/john-howard-reflects-on-the-implementation-of-gst-in-australia Tue, 23 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT Why an upbeat forecast based on customer satisfaction backfires https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-an-upbeat-forecast-based-on-customer-satisfaction-backfires Investors can readily discount managerial optimism and react negatively youngdeok.lim@unsw.edu.au (Youngdeok Lim) Finance Investment Behaviour Accounting Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-an-upbeat-forecast-based-on-customer-satisfaction-backfires Wed, 17 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT Share in our research expertise for the benefit of everyone https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/share-in-our-research-expertise-for-the-benefit-of-everyone (Ian Jacobs) https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/share-in-our-research-expertise-for-the-benefit-of-everyone Wed, 17 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT When algorithms go rogue the havoc is all too human https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-algorithms-go-rogue-the-havoc-is-all-too-human Decisions are polluted as artificial systems reinforce programming biases dubravka@unsw.edu.au (Dubravka Cecez-Kecmanovic) Social Impact Digital Data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-algorithms-go-rogue-the-havoc-is-all-too-human Wed, 17 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about setting strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-setting-strategy Organisations get better at doing what they repeatedly practise g.shinkle@unsw.edu.au (George Shinkle) Business Strategy Leadership Psychology Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/three-useful-things-to-know-about-setting-strategy Wed, 17 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT How threatened coal-energy towns can have a future https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-threatened-coal-energy-towns-can-have-a-future Planning ahead for plant closures brings renewal rather than rubble p.sheldon@unsw.edu.au (Peter Sheldon) Policy Energy Employment Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-threatened-coal-energy-towns-can-have-a-future Wed, 17 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT Who is leading the race to find top digital talent? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/who-is-leading-the-race-to-find-top-digital-talent Corporate academies are contenders, but industry could team up with universities n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Business Strategy Digital Employee engagement Human resources Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/who-is-leading-the-race-to-find-top-digital-talent Wed, 17 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT How collaboration in a sandbox is helping to save Indian tigers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-collaboration-in-a-sandbox-is-helping-to-save-indian-tigers A new methodology that helps business with research starts with what an end-user hopes to achieve – as demonstrated in a partnership with the Karnataka State Forest Department shan.pan@unsw.edu.au (Shan-Ling Pan) Digital Data India https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-collaboration-in-a-sandbox-is-helping-to-save-indian-tigers Wed, 17 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT Economist warns of cost of hard Brexit https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economist-warns-of-cost-of-hard-brexit (Tim Harcourt) Economics Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/economist-warns-of-cost-of-hard-brexit Mon, 01 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT Do workers in India benefit from liberalised trade? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Do-workers-in-India-benefit-from-liberalised-trade Sons can get better jobs than their fathers if they’re skilled arpita.chatterjee@unsw.edu.au (Arpita Chatterjee) Global Behaviour Trade India Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Do-workers-in-India-benefit-from-liberalised-trade Wed, 27 Mar 2019 00:00:00 GMT How aggression and bullying drain hospital capability https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-aggression-and-bullying-drain-hospital-capability A new study reveals the health cost at an organisational level markusg@unsw.edu.au (Markus Groth) Management Health Employee engagement Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-aggression-and-bullying-drain-hospital-capability Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT Why too many men in the past cast a modern shadow https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-too-many-men-in-the-past-cast-a-modern-shadow Norms and beliefs about 'proper' male conduct have deep historical roots p.grosjean@unsw.edu.au (Pauline Grosjean) Economics Gender Diversity Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-too-many-men-in-the-past-cast-a-modern-shadow Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT Inside view: Will the Hayne report bring real change? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inside-view-will-the-hayne-report-bring-real-change Our expert adviser to the royal commission reviews the outcome p.hanrahan@unsw.edu.au (Pamela Hanrahan) Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/inside-view-will-the-hayne-report-bring-real-change Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT And would you like a hot breakfast as well as a limousine to the airport? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/and-would-you-like-a-hot-breakfast-as-well-as-a-limousine-to-the-airport Bundling popular extras on to core products is about more than just convenience jihwan.moon@unsw.edu.au (Jihwan Moon) Marketing Customer experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/and-would-you-like-a-hot-breakfast-as-well-as-a-limousine-to-the-airport Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT Credit default swaps: how sector volatility spills into related markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-a-sector-volatility-spills-into-related-markets Credit default swaps have played a key role in the process which led to a financial meltdown going global k.ignatieva@unsw.edu.au (Katja Ignatieva) Risk Markets Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-a-sector-volatility-spills-into-related-markets Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT No show: Why workplace ghosting is on the rise https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/no-show-why-workplace-ghosting-is-on-the-rise Employees and candidates are not bothering to turn up () Employee engagement Management Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/no-show-why-workplace-ghosting-is-on-the-rise Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 GMT Why overconfidence creates reckless CEOs https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-overconfidence-creates-reckless-ceos Many CEOs of large banks appear to see no wrong in some very questionable practices. a.asher@unsw.edu.au (Anthony Asher) Behaviour Leadership Management Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-overconfidence-creates-reckless-ceos Wed, 16 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT Vital Signs: No, Joe, the US should not copy our asset recycling misdirection https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/vital-signs-no-joe-the-us-should-not-copy-our-asset-recycling-misdirection richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/vital-signs-no-joe-the-us-should-not-copy-our-asset-recycling-misdirection Fri, 14 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Filling the planes: Rob Nicholls on why the same airfare can have different prices https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/filling-the-planes-rob-nicholls-on-why-the-same-airfare-can-have-different-prices Rob Nicholls is a senior lecturer in the school of taxation and business law at UNSW Business School and a research fellow at the Centre for Law, Markets and Regulation. He has recently been looking at disparities in the pricing of airfares. Nicholls spoke to Julian Lorkin for BusinessThink. r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/filling-the-planes-rob-nicholls-on-why-the-same-airfare-can-have-different-prices Thu, 13 Dec 2018 00:00:00 GMT Climate change: a carbon tax that would leave households better off? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-carbon-tax-that-would-leave-households-better-off A carbon tax plan to aid climate change doesn't need loopholes or incentives to get handouts from the government, write UNSW Business School's Richard Holden richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics Environment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-carbon-tax-that-would-leave-households-better-off Thu, 22 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT How some new products succeed while others flop https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-some-new-products-succeed-while-others-flop Look for the secret in the interaction of form and function t.bucic@unsw.edu.au (Tania Bucic) Marketing Innovation Consumers Psychology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-some-new-products-succeed-while-others-flop Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Angry Birds fly high again with data analytics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Angry-Birds-fly-high-again-with-data-analytics User feedback has transformed Rovio’s culture and game design yenni.tim@unsw.edu.au (Yenni Tim) Analytics Data Digital User experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Angry-Birds-fly-high-again-with-data-analytics Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Are local CEOs less myopic than non-local CEOs? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-local-CEOs-less-myopic-than-non-local-CEOs An attachment to where we come from affects business decisions () Behaviour Human resources Management Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-local-CEOs-less-myopic-than-non-local-CEOs Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Why are so few directors seeking a safe harbour? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-are-so-few-directors-seeking-a-safe-harbour The new insolvency provisions are yet to make an impact a.hargovan@unsw.edu.au (Anil Hargovan) Risk Law Corporate Governance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-are-so-few-directors-seeking-a-safe-harbour Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT How retirement savings could finance infrastructure https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-retirement-savings-could-finance-infrastructure A new bond class would invest super funds for the public good a.asher@unsw.edu.au (Anthony Asher) Superannuation Ethics Investment Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-retirement-savings-could-finance-infrastructure Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Is it time to drive a stake through key performance indicators? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-it-time-to-drive-a-stake-through-key-performance-indicators The metrics may be of little use and specific targets give rise to manipulation richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Employee engagement Human resources Behaviour Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-it-time-to-drive-a-stake-through-key-performance-indicators Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT When bad things happen: Elise Payzan-Le Nestour explains tail risk and black swans https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-bad-things-happen-elise-payzan-le-nestour-explains-tail-risk-and-black-swans Scientia Fellow Elise Payzan-Le Nestour, Associate Professor in the School of Banking & Finance at UNSW Business School, explains how people perceive and react to financial risks, using a combination of theoretical and experimental methods. elise@unsw.edu.au (Elise Payzan-LeNestour) Business Strategy Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-bad-things-happen-elise-payzan-le-nestour-explains-tail-risk-and-black-swans Tue, 20 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Universities need to respond more quickly to business demand https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Universities-need-to-respond-more-quickly-to-business-demand Because the same underlying technologies are impacting all organisations, businesses of all varieties are competing for the same sets of skills n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Universities-need-to-respond-more-quickly-to-business-demand Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT In defence of ASIC: there's more to regulation than prosecution https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/in-defence-of-asic-there-s-more-to-regulation-than-prosecution The Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry may end up having a greater impact on ASIC - the future of which remains in flux, according to UNSW Sydney's Clinton Free, Dimity Kingsford Smith and Hannah Harris () Regulation Law Finance Corporate Governance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/in-defence-of-asic-there-s-more-to-regulation-than-prosecution Thu, 15 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Banks just not playing cricket https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Banks-just-not-playing-cricket While leaders have many accountabilities and responsibilities, two stand out - strategy and culture - determining what an organisation should do, and how it should go about doing it. c.styles@unsw.edu.au (Chris Styles) Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Banks-just-not-playing-cricket Tue, 06 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT Boost the economy by improving the lives of deprived students https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Boost-the-economy-by-improving-the-lives-of-deprived-students We are failing to address the gap in school achievement between rural, regional and remote children and their city counterparts. richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Boost-the-economy-by-improving-the-lives-of-deprived-students Thu, 25 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT What next for Instagram as the founders exit? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-next-for-Instagram-as-the-founders-exit Increased scale for Facebook raises user and competition issues () Data Social media Privacy Brands https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-next-for-Instagram-as-the-founders-exit Wed, 17 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT Why bringing on more cyber women is a matter of national security https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-bringing-on-more-cyber-women-is-a-matter-of-national-security Only 11% of the world’s cybersecurity workforce is female () Digital Diversity Employment Technology Security https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-bringing-on-more-cyber-women-is-a-matter-of-national-security Wed, 17 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT Why do hospital staff neglect to wash their hands? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-do-hospital-staff-neglect-to-wash-their-hands Compliance incentives need to target individual motivations c.tseng@unsw.edu.au (Chung-Li Tseng) Health Human resources Social Impact Employee engagement Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-do-hospital-staff-neglect-to-wash-their-hands Wed, 17 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT How to appraise the true value of public expenditure https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-to-appraise-the-true-value-of-public-expenditure A new methodology measures social and commercial returns richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Policy Investment Social Impact Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-to-appraise-the-true-value-of-public-expenditure Wed, 17 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT Three useful things to know about running a team https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Three-useful-things-to-know-about-running-a-team Best practice to inspire and ensure a successful group effort c.g.collins@unsw.edu.au (Catherine Collins) Employee engagement Human resources Management Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Three-useful-things-to-know-about-running-a-team Wed, 17 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT Are balanced scorecards fit for the disruption era? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/are-balanced-scorecards-fit-for-the-disruption-era New research adds risk assessment to a common performance tool (Mandy Cheng) Risk Business Strategy Accounting https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/are-balanced-scorecards-fit-for-the-disruption-era Wed, 17 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT Is a bamboo ceiling stifling the rise of potential leaders? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-a-bamboo-ceiling-stifling-the-rise-of-potential-leaders Asian women face the double-jeopardy of gender and culture in Western workplaces () Diversity Equality Human resources Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-a-bamboo-ceiling-stifling-the-rise-of-potential-leaders Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT When computer hackers turn out to be the good guys https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-computer-hackers-turn-out-to-be-the-good-guys Firms are crowdsourcing ‘white hats’ to find security bugs () Technology Security Risk Crowdsourcing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-computer-hackers-turn-out-to-be-the-good-guys Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT Are subsidies for banana growers an unreasonable cost? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-subsidies-for-banana-growers-an-unreasonable-cost Economists suggest we may do better to grow something else gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Economics Consumers Trade https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-subsidies-for-banana-growers-an-unreasonable-cost Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT Can an open data regime meet what consumers expect? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-an-open-data-regime-meet-what-consumers-expect Easier price comparison is just one gain from new legislation r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Banking Data Digital Customer experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-an-open-data-regime-meet-what-consumers-expect Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT How augmented reality can turn browsing into buying https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-augmented-reality-can-turn-browsing-into-buying Think omni-channel, where online and offline are integrated m.chylinski@unsw.edu.au (Mathew Chylinski) AR Marketing Customer experience Technology Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-augmented-reality-can-turn-browsing-into-buying Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT How sameness alters our opinion of service failures https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-sameness-alters-our-opinion-of-service-failures Even casual observers are affected by incidental similarities () Marketing Psychology Consumers Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-sameness-alters-our-opinion-of-service-failures Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT It's hard to make money in aged care, and that's part of the problem https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Its-hard-to-make-money-in-aged-care (Rafal Chomik) Aged care https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Its-hard-to-make-money-in-aged-care Tue, 18 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT Better outcomes: James Nazroo on the challenge of inequality in later life https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Better-outcomes-James-Nazroo-on-the-challenge-of-inequality-in-later-life The wellbeing gap between rich and poor widens as we age () Social Impact Aged care Retirement Global Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Better-outcomes-James-Nazroo-on-the-challenge-of-inequality-in-later-life Tue, 18 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT Australia could house 900,000 more migrants if we no longer let in tourists https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australia-could-house-900000-more-migrants-if-we-no-longer-let-in-tourists Many who fear Australia’s population boom believe we should be cutting down on immigration. () Social Impact Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australia-could-house-900000-more-migrants-if-we-no-longer-let-in-tourists Thu, 16 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT How a rugby team put sponsor largesse on the books https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-a-rugby-team-put-sponsor-largesse-on-the-books It can take trial and error to account for value-in-kind deals b.burfitt@unsw.edu.au (Brian Burfitt) Accounting Management Budget Brands https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-a-rugby-team-put-sponsor-largesse-on-the-books Wed, 15 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT Why activist hedge funds are not just working alone https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-activist-hedge-funds-are-not-just-working-alone Networking with other investors is key to productive campaigns (Pouyan Foroughi) Finance Investment Shareholders Corporate Governance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-activist-hedge-funds-are-not-just-working-alone Wed, 15 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT Can you turn a profit in the new news landscape? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-you-turn-a-profit-in-the-new-news-landscape Revenue streams from engaging readers instead of advertisers () Business Strategy Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-you-turn-a-profit-in-the-new-news-landscape Wed, 15 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT Yes, a switch to 100% renewable energy is viable and economically sound https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Yes-a-switch-to-100-renewable-energy-is-viable-and-economically-sound Barriers to low-carbon generation are mostly political, institutional and cultural () Innovation Energy Economics Environment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Yes-a-switch-to-100-renewable-energy-is-viable-and-economically-sound Wed, 15 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT How digital nomads keep working as they wander https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-digital-nomads-keep-working-as-they-wander A global talent pool connects with clients from exotic locales () Technology Digital Entrepreneurship Gig economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-digital-nomads-keep-working-as-they-wander Wed, 15 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT Did independent directors cause the subprime crisis? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Did-independent-directors-cause-the-subprime-crisis New research cites the effect of poor performance monitoring peter.swan@unsw.edu.au (Peter Swan) Leadership Corporate Governance Risk Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Did-independent-directors-cause-the-subprime-crisis Wed, 15 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT What we are willing to pay: Aaron Fuller from Qantas on dynamic pricing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-we-are-willing-to-pay-Aaron-Fuller-from-Qantas-on-dynamic-pricing Organisations bet around the supply and demand curve () Economics Data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-we-are-willing-to-pay-Aaron-Fuller-from-Qantas-on-dynamic-pricing Tue, 14 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT Puzzling on purpose: Why the message is obscured in some annual reports https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Puzzling-on-purpose-Why-the-message-is-obscured-in-some-annual-reports Fudging the words can be a strategic barrier against potential litigation M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Business Strategy Corporate Governance Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Puzzling-on-purpose-Why-the-message-is-obscured-in-some-annual-reports Wed, 18 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT Is the finance world hiring bankers or engineers? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-the-finance-world-hiring-bankers-or-engineers Roles are reshaping as banks and fin-techs view collaboration () Employment Human resources Digital Innovation Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-the-finance-world-hiring-bankers-or-engineers Wed, 18 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT How a blender smashed the secret of going viral https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/blendtec-marketing-campaign How did Blendtec's $50 'will it blend?' marketing campaign generate six million YouTube views in five days? a.payne@unsw.edu.au (Adrian Payne) Marketing Social media Consumers Behaviour Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/blendtec-marketing-campaign Wed, 18 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT Has ASIC caused auditors to be overly cautious? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Has-ASIC-caused-auditors-to-be-overly-cautious A rise in going concern opinions has not enhanced audit value e.carson@unsw.edu.au (Elizabeth Carson) Risk Accounting Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Has-ASIC-caused-auditors-to-be-overly-cautious Wed, 18 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT When will central banks switch to digital money? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-will-central-banks-switch-to-digital-money The technology exists, but the Reserve governor is lukewarm e.sojli@unsw.edu.au (Elvira Sojli) Finance Digital Currency Cryptocurrency https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-will-central-banks-switch-to-digital-money Wed, 18 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT What will it take to enjoy being served by robots? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-will-it-take-to-enjoy-being-served-by-robots Coding a sociable and emotional presence remains a challenge p.patterson@unsw.edu.au (Paul Patterson) Technology Psychology Artificial Intelligence Customer experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-will-it-take-to-enjoy-being-served-by-robots Wed, 18 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT Sitting target: Are your internet-connected devices spying on you? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Sitting-target-Are-your-internet-connected-devices-spying-on-you Intimate data makes us ripe for manipulation as consumer protections lag behind Kayleen.manwaring@unsw.edu.au (Kayleen Manwaring) Marketing Privacy Data Consumers Digital https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Sitting-target-Are-your-internet-connected-devices-spying-on-you Tue, 17 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT Can legislation curb the scourge of modern slavery? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-legislation-curb-the-scourge-of-modern-slavery There are fears the federal government's Modern Slavery Act will do little to combat the scourge of forced labour s.frenkel@unsw.edu.au (Stephen Frenkel) Social Impact Global Equality Corporate Governance Labour relations https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-legislation-curb-the-scourge-of-modern-slavery Wed, 20 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT What fishermen have in common with Uber drivers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-fishermen-have-in-common-with-uber-drivers Preferred working hours show a clear return to experience scott.french@unsw.edu.au (Scott French) Economics Employment Employee engagement Gig economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-fishermen-have-in-common-with-uber-drivers Wed, 20 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT How early contributions affect crowdfunding success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-early-contributions-affect-crowdfunding-success Seed funding from family and friends can send the wrong signal () Business Strategy Finance Crowdfunding Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-early-contributions-affect-crowdfunding-success Wed, 20 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT How e-voting leads to even more board control https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-e-voting-leads-to-even-more-board-control New research explores the limits of shareholder participation g.schwarz@unsw.edu.au (Gavin Schwarz) Management Digital Innovation Corporate Governance Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-e-voting-leads-to-even-more-board-control Wed, 20 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT How survivalist leaders present a toxic danger https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-survivalist-leaders-present-a-toxic-danger A capacity for self-preservation is a threat to everyone else c.jackson@unsw.edu.au (Chris Jackson) Leadership Management Psychology Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-survivalist-leaders-present-a-toxic-danger Wed, 20 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT Financial misconduct: Can we scare the banks into complying with the law? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Financial-misconduct-Can-we-scare-the-banks-into-complying-with-the-law Tougher penalties to deter corporate crime are just part of the equation p.hanrahan@unsw.edu.au (Pamela Hanrahan) Corporate Governance Behaviour Law Banking Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Financial-misconduct-Can-we-scare-the-banks-into-complying-with-the-law Tue, 19 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT Australian Budget 2018: Blue skies for baby-boomers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australian-Budget-2018-Blue-skies-for-baby-boomers Our experts assess the government’s latest fiscal game plan j.piggott@unsw.edu.au (John Piggott) Economics Government Tax Finance Budget https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australian-Budget-2018-Blue-skies-for-baby-boomers Wed, 16 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT Tackling a pyramid of data with a peak beyond reach https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Tackling-a-pyramid-of-data-with-a-peak-beyond-reach The yield of people analytics can be too much information k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Technology Data Privacy Analytics Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Tackling-a-pyramid-of-data-with-a-peak-beyond-reach Wed, 16 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT Who profits most from management buyouts? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/who-profits-most-from-management-buyouts The mismatch of aims breeds a potential for exploitation j.stanfield@unsw.edu.au (Jared Stanfield) Finance Management Shareholders Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/who-profits-most-from-management-buyouts Wed, 16 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT Has the Silicon Valley model broken the future? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Has-the-Silicon-Valley-model-broken-the-future The web serves a surveillance economy instead of setting us free () Innovation Privacy Digital Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Has-the-Silicon-Valley-model-broken-the-future Wed, 16 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT Why it makes sense for firms to care for the carers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-it-makes-sense-for-firms-to-care-for-the-carers One in eight employees has informal caring duties at home h.bainbridge@agsm.edu.au (Hugh Bainbridge) Social Impact Employee engagement Aged care Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-it-makes-sense-for-firms-to-care-for-the-carers Wed, 16 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT Chasing tax: Fiona Martin on a fair tax deal for companies and shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chasing-tax-fiona-martin-on-a-fair-deal-in-a-time-of-diverting-profits The growing revenue gap has to be filled from somewhere () Tax Corporate Governance Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/chasing-tax-fiona-martin-on-a-fair-deal-in-a-time-of-diverting-profits Tue, 15 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT Disconnected: Are flexible work arrangements bad for your health? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/disconnected-are-flexible-work-arrangements-bad-for-your-health You need to feel supported but most of all you need to be calling the shots () Social Impact Gig economy Employee engagement Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/disconnected-are-flexible-work-arrangements-bad-for-your-health Wed, 18 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT How digital platforms are shaking up the way we pay https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-digital-platforms-are-shaking-up-the-way-we-pay Banks will need to lift their game with improved user experience e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Technology Digital Banking Customer experience User experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-digital-platforms-are-shaking-up-the-way-we-pay Wed, 18 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT Is your retail super fund shrinking your savings? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-your-retail-super-fund-shrinking-your-savings New research sheds light on why not-for-profit funds do better kevin.liu@unsw.edu.au (Kevin Liu) Risk Investment Superannuation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-your-retail-super-fund-shrinking-your-savings Wed, 18 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT What can Facebook do to rebuild public trust? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-can-facebook-do-to-rebuild-public-trust Other tech giants mining personalised data will be watching () Marketing Data Corporate Governance Technology Social media Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-can-facebook-do-to-rebuild-public-trust Wed, 18 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT How forecasters can make sharper profit predictions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-forecasters-can-make-sharper-profit-predictions A track record yields better data when broken into components a.b.jackson@unsw.edu.au (Andrew Jackson) Finance Data Markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-forecasters-can-make-sharper-profit-predictions Wed, 18 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT Sorry Treasurer, but your corporate tax sums are not adding up https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Sorry-Treasurer-but-your-corporate-tax-sums-are-not-adding-up New research refutes the benefits of a proposed cut in the top rate c.taylor@unsw.edu.au (John Taylor) Finance Tax Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Sorry-Treasurer-but-your-corporate-tax-sums-are-not-adding-up Tue, 17 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT Australia is one of the world's best places to retire, or is it? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australia-is-one-of-the-worlds-best-places-to-retire-or-is-it Australia is ranked in the top third of countries in almost all indices measuring the best countries to retire () Retirement Finance Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australia-is-one-of-the-worlds-best-places-to-retire-or-is-it Tue, 03 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT How Israel leads the way in venture start-ups https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-Israel-leads-the-way-in-venture-start-ups Its advanced and flexible eco-system offers lessons for China () Technology Management Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Global Start-ups Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-Israel-leads-the-way-in-venture-start-ups Wed, 21 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Do you hit the shops when your home rises in value? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Do-you-hit-the-shops-when-your-home-rises-in-value There’s a logic to spending patterns in a hot housing market k.saxena@unsw.edu.au (Konark Saxena) Economics Behaviour Consumers Psychology Data Housing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Do-you-hit-the-shops-when-your-home-rises-in-value Wed, 21 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Tackling the sacred cow of religion and the workplace https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tackling-the-sacred-cow-of-religion-and-the-workplace So-called freedom for some amounts to discrimination for others s.chan-serafin@unsw.edu.au (Suzanne Chan-Serafin) Social Impact Equality Human resources Diversity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tackling-the-sacred-cow-of-religion-and-the-workplace Wed, 21 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Why blockchains are no longer a law unto themselves https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-blockchains-are-no-longer-a-law-unto-themselves Scrutiny of the rising technology reveals likely liabilities () Innovation Law Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-blockchains-are-no-longer-a-law-unto-themselves Wed, 21 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT How to build a retail website that keeps on selling https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-to-build-a-retail-website-that-keeps-on-selling E-commerce appeal is a dynamic art and firms need to keep up e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Technology Customer experience User experience Digital Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-to-build-a-retail-website-that-keeps-on-selling Wed, 21 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Rest and rejuvenate: Why your summer holiday may not have done the trick https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Rest-and-rejuvenate-why-your-summer-holiday-may-not-have-done-the-trick Try adding regular ‘green micro-breaks’ to your schedule to recharge and restore (Leisa Sargent) Management Behaviour Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Rest-and-rejuvenate-why-your-summer-holiday-may-not-have-done-the-trick Tue, 20 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Biohacking the brain: Joel Pearson on new tools to understand innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Biohacking-the-brain-Joel-Pearson-on-new-tools-to-understand-innovation Can scientists reveal why some individuals are more creative? () Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Biohacking-the-brain-Joel-Pearson-on-new-tools-to-understand-innovation Tue, 20 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT Tech firms outperform with an inventor at the helm https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Tech-firms-outperform-with-an-inventor-at-the-helm CEOs with a history of high-impact patents drive new ideas j.zein@unsw.edu.au (Jason Zein) Leadership Management Innovation Business Strategy Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Tech-firms-outperform-with-an-inventor-at-the-helm Wed, 21 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Yes, offshore services can meet customer expectations https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Yes-offshore-services-can-meet-customer-expectations Dealing with a foreign call centre doesn’t have to be vexing g.gregory@unsw.edu.au (Gary Gregory) Marketing Behaviour Business Strategy Customer experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Yes-offshore-services-can-meet-customer-expectations Wed, 21 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Will Amazon Go capture the holy grail of retail? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Will-Amazon-Go-capture-the-holy-grail-of-retail Sensors track shopping behaviour while billing your account () Technology Customer experience Digital Data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Will-Amazon-Go-capture-the-holy-grail-of-retail Wed, 21 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Why are some causes tax-deductible and others not? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-are-some-causes-tax-deductible-and-others-not It’s a time of reckoning for a charities sector under review f.martin@unsw.edu.au (Fiona Martin) Tax Law Politics Government https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-are-some-causes-tax-deductible-and-others-not Wed, 21 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT How have sexual predators thrived in the workplace? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-have-sexual-predators-thrived-in-the-workplace A chronic failure of HR management needs to be corrected k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Social Impact Employee engagement Human resources Privacy Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-have-sexual-predators-thrived-in-the-workplace Wed, 21 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT Stash or flash: What makes some people savers and other people spenders? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/people-spending-saving Whether you’re a Scrooge or a squanderer, there are larger forces at play when it comes to understanding why some people are good at saving and others are good at spending gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Economics Behaviour Psychology Consumers Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/people-spending-saving Tue, 20 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT How to fix the nation's collaboration problem https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-fix-the-nations-collaboration-problem Only 5% of Australian businesses have any engagement with our universities () Entrepreneurship Innovation Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-fix-the-nations-collaboration-problem Mon, 22 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT Sorry guys, but women make better investors than men https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/women-trading-investment-investors Women make for better investors and are superior in trading performance compared to men according to UNSW Business School research peter.swan@unsw.edu.au (Peter Swan) Finance Diversity Investment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/women-trading-investment-investors Tue, 16 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT How effective leadership can be learnt, with practice https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-effective-leadership-can-be-learnt-with-practice Developmental mechanisms can improve those at the top (Leisa Sargent) Leadership Management Business Strategy Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-effective-leadership-can-be-learnt-with-practice Tue, 16 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT What if bots collide and collude in setting prices? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-if-bots-collide-and-collude-in-setting-prices Conduct driven by algorithms is a challenge for competition law r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Technology Data Digital Privacy Law https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-if-bots-collide-and-collude-in-setting-prices Tue, 16 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT Sports analytics: why your favourite team knows more about you than you think https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sports-analytics Sports analytics is a burgeoning field that is opening up new opportunities for fan engagement and revenue generation f.tan@unsw.edu.au (Felix Tan) Business Strategy Behaviour Data Customer experience Analytics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/sports-analytics Tue, 16 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT Will white-collar professionals be digitised away? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Will-white-collar-professionals-be-digitised-away Knowledge workers need to leverage the new power of deep-thinking computers n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Technology Digital Employment Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Will-white-collar-professionals-be-digitised-away Tue, 16 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT Why is workplace bullying so widespread and rising? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-is-workplace-bullying-so-widespread-and-rising Pressure, disorganisation and regulatory failure are red flags m.quinlan@unsw.edu.au (Michael Quinlan) Social Impact Employee engagement Human resources Equality Management Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-is-workplace-bullying-so-widespread-and-rising Tue, 16 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT How poor people management is debilitating the hospital system https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-poor-people-management-is-debilitating-the-hospital-system Overuse of control is disengaging staff and delaying improved standards of care () Management Health Employee engagement Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-poor-people-management-is-debilitating-the-hospital-system Mon, 15 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT How a savvy brand campaign makes the daily news https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-a-savvy-brand-campaign-makes-the-daily-news A realistic notion of female beauty had everybody talking junbum.kwon@unsw.edu.au (Junbum Kwon) Marketing Advertising Data Business Strategy Brands https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-a-savvy-brand-campaign-makes-the-daily-news Wed, 13 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT Why initial trust is more than getting to know you https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-initial-trust-is-more-than-getting-to-know-you Relationships with new suppliers are a key to future profits (Mandy Cheng) Business Strategy Behaviour Psychology Management Accounting https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-initial-trust-is-more-than-getting-to-know-you Wed, 13 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT Does your product boycott really matter? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Does-your-product-boycott-really-matter Limiting all your consumption may be more constructive () Social Impact Ethics Consumers Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Does-your-product-boycott-really-matter Wed, 13 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT How legitimate goals curtail a turn to the dark side https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-legitimate-goals-curtail-a-turn-to-the-dark-side Too often we skip the reality of those doing the actual work g.shinkle@unsw.edu.au (George Shinkle) Leadership Management Human resources Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-legitimate-goals-curtail-a-turn-to-the-dark-side Wed, 13 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT A living wage? 20c more for a T-shirt would pay Indian workers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/20c-more-for-a-T-shirt-would-pay-an-Indian-worker-a-living-wage.aspx If we really care about protecting the people who make the things we wear and use, we need to provide a living wage for workers in India, according to UNSW Sydney's Thomas Wiedmann and University of Queensland's Murray Ross Hill () Trade Equality Social Impact India Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/20c-more-for-a-T-shirt-would-pay-an-Indian-worker-a-living-wage.aspx Mon, 11 Dec 2017 00:00:00 GMT Transactions data: Kevin Fox on a smarter method for measuring inflation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Kevin-Fox-transaction-data-measuring-inflation Checkout scans lift the accuracy of the consumer price index k.fox@unsw.edu.au (Kevin Fox) Economics Consumers Data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Kevin-Fox-transaction-data-measuring-inflation Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Across the age divide: Top tips for managing the best from Generation X https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/across-the-age-divide-Top-tips-for-managing-the-best-from-Generation-X A band of pragmatic, self-directed problem-solvers has been overshadowed () Management Employee engagement Behaviour Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/across-the-age-divide-Top-tips-for-managing-the-best-from-Generation-X Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Why media attention can be an enemy of innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-media-attention-can-be-an-enemy-of-innovation Even positive coverage will undermine long-term thinking lili.dai@unsw.edu.au (Lili Dai) Business Strategy Innovation Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-media-attention-can-be-an-enemy-of-innovation Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT How firms can help workers enduring domestic abuse https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-firms-can-help-workers-enduring-domestic-abuse Victims have to cope alone when managers lack relevant training k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Social Impact Human resources Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-firms-can-help-workers-enduring-domestic-abuse Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Watch out banks, the tech companies are coming https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Watch-out-banks-the-tech-companies-are-coming The rise of data-driven finance is also testing regulators () Innovation Regulation Start-ups Entrepreneurship Customer experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Watch-out-banks-the-tech-companies-are-coming Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT When refugees bring real benefits to host communities https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-refugees-bring-real-benefits-to-host-communities A remote Kenyan camp delivers social and economic advantages s.walker@unsw.edu.au (Sarah Walker) Global Economics Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-refugees-bring-real-benefits-to-host-communities Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT A view behind the hype about artificial intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-view-behind-the-hype-about-artificial-intelligence The state of play provokes both optimism and scepticism () Technology Data Innovation Artificial Intelligence https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-view-behind-the-hype-about-artificial-intelligence Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Australia's tenuous place in the new global economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australias-tenuous-place-in-the-new-global-economy The Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) has released a report titled 'Australia's Place in the World', which considered how Australia should respond to changing attitudes to globalisation richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australias-tenuous-place-in-the-new-global-economy Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT Adapt to the changing nature of work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/adapt-to-the-changing-nature-of-work Since the first email was sent in 1971, the system has created a deluge of messages that has turned into a time-consuming villain at work. n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/adapt-to-the-changing-nature-of-work Mon, 13 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT How gig economy workers will be left short of superannuation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-gig-economy-workers-will-be-left-short-of-super As a brave new generation of Australian workers enters the gig economy, serious questions remain over how these workers will fare financially in the long-term with no superannuation. d.boccabella@unsw.edu.au (Dale Boccabella) Gig economy Regulation Superannuation Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-gig-economy-workers-will-be-left-short-of-super Thu, 19 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT Room at the top: Why are there so few women in leading financial roles? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/room-at-the-top-why-are-there-so-few-women-in-leading-financial-roles Gender shouldn’t be an issue if you get the right people for the job () Finance Diversity Human resources Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/room-at-the-top-why-are-there-so-few-women-in-leading-financial-roles Wed, 18 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT How companies need to plan ahead for CEO succession https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-companies-need-to-plan-ahead-for-ceo-succession Costs can be enormous when the handover of power is forced M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Leadership Management Human resources Employee engagement Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-companies-need-to-plan-ahead-for-ceo-succession Wed, 18 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT Is the effectiveness of social media overrated? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-the-effectiveness-of-social-media-overrated Feeling empowered is not the same as being empowered carmen.leong@unsw.edu.au (Carmen Leong) Technology Social Impact Social media Government https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-the-effectiveness-of-social-media-overrated Wed, 18 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT Can touch screens make you choose unhealthy food? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-touch-screens-make-you-choose-unhealthy-food Contact with an image is like reaching to grab the real thing? () Marketing Digital Technology Consumers Behaviour Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-touch-screens-make-you-choose-unhealthy-food Wed, 18 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT Accelerating start-ups: Luther Poier on developing ideas and building scale https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accelerating-start-ups-luther-poier-on-developing-ideas-and-building-scale Founders need resilience and can expect a long haul. () Start-ups Technology Management Digital Business Strategy Innovation Analytics Data Social media Investment Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/accelerating-start-ups-luther-poier-on-developing-ideas-and-building-scale Wed, 18 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT Yes, a little tax bribery aids innovation in Vietnam https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/yes-a-little-tax-bribery-aids-innovation-in-vietnam But what is the long-term legacy of normalised corruption? b.tran-nam@unsw.edu.au (Binh Tran-Nam) Tax Business Strategy Ethics Behaviour Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/yes-a-little-tax-bribery-aids-innovation-in-vietnam Wed, 18 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMT When is the best time to release a new smartphone? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-is-the-best-time-to-release-a-new-smartphone Pent-up consumer demand can drive profits, but there are risks s.kirshner@unsw.edu.au (Sam Kirshner) Technology Data Customer experience Markets Business Strategy Brands https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-is-the-best-time-to-release-a-new-smartphone Wed, 20 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT How science reveals drivers of an innovation culture https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-science-reveals-drivers-of-an-innovation-culture What lies behind the creative spark of novel and useful ideas? () Innovation Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-science-reveals-drivers-of-an-innovation-culture Wed, 20 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT Is an addiction to property stifling the economy? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-an-addiction-to-property-stifling-the-economy Housing as a wealth generator drains investment from other areas richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics Housing Markets Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-an-addiction-to-property-stifling-the-economy Wed, 20 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT Why setting stretch goals is a double-edged sword https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-setting-stretch-goals-is-a-double-edged-sword Aspirational targets can be effective, but there is a downside sgary@unsw.edu.au (Shayne Gary) Management Innovation Employee engagement Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-setting-stretch-goals-is-a-double-edged-sword Wed, 20 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT Less is not more: How white space dilutes persuasion https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/less-is-not-more-how-white-space-dilutes-persuasion Visual design affects the credibility of printed messages () Marketing Advertising Consumers Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/less-is-not-more-how-white-space-dilutes-persuasion Wed, 20 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT Rights and fishes: How market design reels in better solutions https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rights-and-fishes-how-market-design-reels-in-better-solutions A new transformative science is upending traditional laissez-faire ideas j.goeree@unsw.edu.au (Jacob Goeree) Markets Innovation Data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rights-and-fishes-how-market-design-reels-in-better-solutions Wed, 16 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT How speed bumps are curbing high frequency traders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-speed-bumps-are-curbing-high-frequency-traders Is a new hurdle adding fairness or degrading market quality? () Finance Trade Investment Markets Digital https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-speed-bumps-are-curbing-high-frequency-traders Wed, 16 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT We may claim to support ethical products, but do we? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/we-may-claim-to-support-ethical-products-but-do-we A study explores the gap between stated intent and what we buy n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Marketing Ethics Consumers Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/we-may-claim-to-support-ethical-products-but-do-we Wed, 16 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT A focus on goals rather than behaviour creates workplace monsters https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-focus-on-goals-rather-than-behaviour-creates-workplace-monsters While performance is important, it shouldn’t come at the expense of process c.jackson@unsw.edu.au (Chris Jackson) Behaviour Management Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-focus-on-goals-rather-than-behaviour-creates-workplace-monsters Thu, 27 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT How line managers lift commitment in hospital staff https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-line-managers-lift-commitment-in-hospital-staff HR policy should translate into practical care of co-workers k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Management Leadership Health Employee engagement Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-line-managers-lift-commitment-in-hospital-staff Wed, 19 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT Are directors liable when cyber security is breached? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/are-directors-liable-when-cyber-security-is-breached Boards are struggling to keep up with an ever-growing risk p.hanrahan@unsw.edu.au (Pamela Hanrahan) Risk Security Corporate Governance Law https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/are-directors-liable-when-cyber-security-is-breached Wed, 19 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT When a satisfactory price beats a maximal mark-up https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-a-satisfactory-price-beats-a-maximal-mark-up Firms that share their gains enjoy ongoing mutual benefits g.shinkle@unsw.edu.au (George Shinkle) Business Strategy Finance Commerce Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-a-satisfactory-price-beats-a-maximal-mark-up Wed, 19 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT Try before you buy: How augmented reality is inspiring online shoppers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Try-before-you-buy-How-augmented-reality-is-inspiring-online-shoppers Replicated elements of a real-world retail experience boost buying satisfaction m.chylinski@unsw.edu.au (Mathew Chylinski) Technology Customer experience AR Marketing Digital https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Try-before-you-buy-How-augmented-reality-is-inspiring-online-shoppers Wed, 19 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT Unfair and unfixable? The simple truth about salaries https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unfair-and-unfixable-the-simple-truth-about-salaries A more equitable remuneration system remains elusive () Economics Employment Human resources Equality Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unfair-and-unfixable-the-simple-truth-about-salaries Wed, 19 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT Why strong networks are needed for start-up success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-strong-networks-are-needed-for-start-up-success Would-be visionaries falter without social capital and context () Innovation Start-ups Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-strong-networks-are-needed-for-start-up-success Wed, 19 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT Is income-indemnity insurance an aged care solution? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-income-indemnity-insurance-an-aged-care-solution- Researchers propose a new flexible model for retirement needs h.bateman@unsw.edu.au (Hazel Bateman) Risk Insurance Aged care Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-income-indemnity-insurance-an-aged-care-solution- Wed, 21 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT Building diversity: The people analytics leaves behind https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Building-diversity-The-people-analytics-leaves-behind- Objective measures may unwittingly hard-code in past biases (Knowledge at Wharton) Business Strategy Diversity Equality Employment Data Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Building-diversity-The-people-analytics-leaves-behind- Wed, 21 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT When love is blind to the great lonely hearts swindle https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-love-is-blind-to-the-great-lonely-hearts-swindle- The hopes of online daters can override taking precautions l.land@unsw.edu.au (Lesley Land) Social Impact Risk Privacy Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-love-is-blind-to-the-great-lonely-hearts-swindle- Wed, 21 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT Getting paid: How blockchain removes settlement risk for wheat farmers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Getting-paid-How-blockchain-removes-settlement-risk-for-wheat-farmers- Australians are pioneering the use of distributed ledger technology for physical commodities e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Innovation Digital Trade Start-ups https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Getting-paid-How-blockchain-removes-settlement-risk-for-wheat-farmers- Wed, 21 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT Three keys to mass-market success in India https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Three-keys-to-mass-market-success-in-India- It’s about doing more with what you’ve got – and modularising pray@unsw.edu.au (Pradeep Kanta Ray) India Global Markets Business Strategy Entrepreneurship Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Three-keys-to-mass-market-success-in-India- Wed, 21 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT What motivates workaholism and should it be avoided? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-motivates-workaholism-and-should-it-be-avoided A new study reveals why some people are prone to work too much c.jackson@unsw.edu.au (Chris Jackson) Management Employee engagement Health Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-motivates-workaholism-and-should-it-be-avoided Wed, 21 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT What consumers should know about the 'Internet of Things' https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-consumers-should-know-about-the-internet-of-things At least 40% of Australian households now have at least one home 'internet of things' (IoT) device. These are fridges, window blinds, locks and other devices that are connected to the internet. Kayleen.manwaring@unsw.edu.au (Kayleen Manwaring) Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-consumers-should-know-about-the-internet-of-things Thu, 08 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT Australian Budget 2017: Is this really the blueprint for a rosy future? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australian-Budget-2017-Is-this-really-the-blueprint-for-a-rosy-future Our experts look beyond the politics of the government’s latest plan k.bain@unsw.edu.au (Kathrin Bain) Economics Government Budget Tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australian-Budget-2017-Is-this-really-the-blueprint-for-a-rosy-future Tue, 16 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT How to measure wellbeing at work and why it matters https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-measure-wellbeing-at-work-and-why-it-matters Wellbeing at work is increasingly important according to research which has found supported staff are key drivers of high-performing workplaces c.boedker@unsw.edu.au (Christina Boedker) Business Strategy Human resources Data Health Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-measure-wellbeing-at-work-and-why-it-matters Tue, 16 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT When a change of government is time to buy a new car https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-a-change-of-government-is-time-to-buy-a-new-car Election results offer a window into consumer confidence nalini.prasad@unsw.edu.au (Nalini Prasad) Marketing Behaviour Politics Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-a-change-of-government-is-time-to-buy-a-new-car Tue, 16 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT Curbs on payday lending can improve public health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Curbs-on-payday-lending-can-improve-public-health A study finds restrictions reduce impulsive alcohol purchases () Social Impact Consumers Finance Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Curbs-on-payday-lending-can-improve-public-health Tue, 16 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT Why investors should be wary of bespoke reporting https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-investors-should-be-wary-of-bespoke-reporting Company motives affect the usefulness of non-GAAP figures j.coulton@unsw.edu.au (Jeff Coulton) Finance Accounting Risk Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-investors-should-be-wary-of-bespoke-reporting Tue, 16 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT Does the hype exceed reality for precision medicine? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Does-the-hype-exceed-reality-for-precision-medicine A policy framework is needed to pay more for drugs that do more () Technology Ethics Digital Innovation Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Does-the-hype-exceed-reality-for-precision-medicine Tue, 16 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT Budget 2017: Bank populism will be paid for by Australians https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Budget-2017-Bank-populism-will-be-paid-for-by-Australians Treasurer Scott Morrison used to like to say Australia “doesn’t have a revenue problem, we have a spending problem”. It turns out this sentiment was true in 2016. richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Budget-2017-Bank-populism-will-be-paid-for-by-Australians Fri, 12 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT Vital signs: Why the government still thinks it can 'grow away' the deficit https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Vital-signs-Why-the-government-still-thinks-it-can-grow-away-the-deficit The Treasurer, Scott Morrison, got a little unexpected positive pre-Budget news with upbeat reporting of Tuesday's Reserve Bank of Australia decision to do ... nothing. richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Vital-signs-Why-the-government-still-thinks-it-can-grow-away-the-deficit Fri, 05 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT When hate speech curtails the freedom to live https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-hate-speech-curtails-the-freedom-to-live A legal line on hurt feelings can derail a quest for tolerance () Behaviour Diversity Equality Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-hate-speech-curtails-the-freedom-to-live Wed, 19 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT Welfare to wealth creation: How to manage the value of Indigenous knowledge https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/welfare-to-wealth-creation-how-to-manage-the-value-of-indigenous-knowledge- Can a new structure uphold cultural integrity and direct benefits to rightful owners? f.martin@unsw.edu.au (Fiona Martin) Law Diversity Ethics Leadership Equality Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/welfare-to-wealth-creation-how-to-manage-the-value-of-indigenous-knowledge- Wed, 19 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT Why are so few women in the construction industry? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-are-so-few-women-in-the-construction-industry- Some of the off-putting factors are just as detrimental to men () Equality Management Employment Social Impact Diversity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-are-so-few-women-in-the-construction-industry- Wed, 19 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT Work-life balance: Honey, I shrunk the housework https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Work-life-balance-Honey-I-shrunk-the-housework- How chores are renegotiated after status changes in paid jobs gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Economics Employment Equality Social Impact Diversity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Work-life-balance-Honey-I-shrunk-the-housework- Wed, 19 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT Can you juggle a career with caring responsibilities? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-you-juggle-a-career-with-caring-responsibilities- Individualised funding models help carers keep their day jobs h.bainbridge@agsm.edu.au (Hugh Bainbridge) Management Health Social Impact Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-you-juggle-a-career-with-caring-responsibilities- Wed, 19 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT Addressing the gaps: Kristy Muir on tackling homelessness through social housing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Addressing-the-gaps-Kristy-Muir-on-tackling-the-slide-into-homelessness- One in 100 young Australians are homeless on any given night, and social housing plays an important part in addressing the complex issue of homelessness () Social Impact Housing Finance Risk Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Addressing-the-gaps-Kristy-Muir-on-tackling-the-slide-into-homelessness- Wed, 19 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT Blockchain could help advertisers lock up our attention https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Blockchain-could-help-advertisers-lock-up-our-attention While technology has been making more devices ‘smart’, and we carry phones with all sorts of sensors, these haven’t yet been systematically applied to advertising’s central problem – engagement. The blockchain, however, will make advertising much smarter. e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Blockchain-could-help-advertisers-lock-up-our-attention Mon, 20 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT When Hippo used Twitter to manage its supply chain https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-Hippo-used-Twitter-to-manage-its-supply-chain The Indian snack brand inspired its customers to be advocates a.payne@unsw.edu.au (Adrian Payne) Marketing Social media Innovation Business Strategy Customer experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-Hippo-used-Twitter-to-manage-its-supply-chain Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Why leaders need to ask more questions, respectfully https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-leaders-need-to-ask-more-questions,-respectfully- Benign inquiry and attentive listening can be powerful tools w.felps@unsw.edu.au (Will Felps) Leadership Management Human resources Psychology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-leaders-need-to-ask-more-questions,-respectfully- Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Can we encourage consumers to behave more ethically? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-we-encourage-consumers-to-behave-more-ethically The true cost of small individual transgressions is staggering n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Behaviour Ethics Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-we-encourage-consumers-to-behave-more-ethically Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT How to manage investor reactions to earnings estimates https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-to-manage-investor-reactions-to-earnings-estimates Trying to guide the market with early disclosures can be tricky wei.chen@unsw.edu.au (Wei Chen) Finance Behaviour Markets Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-to-manage-investor-reactions-to-earnings-estimates Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Why social trust aids innovation and economic growth https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-social-trust-aids-innovation-and-economic-growth A new study reveals the chemistry of a productive relationship (China Business Knowledge) Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-social-trust-aids-innovation-and-economic-growth Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Bidding wars: David Albouy on desirable locations and unaffordable housing prices https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Bidding-wars-David-Albouy-on-desirable-locations-and-unaffordable-housing Are people valuing quality of life more than they used to? David Albouy discusses desirable locations and the quandary of unaffordable housing prices () Social Impact Housing Employment Consumers Markets Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Bidding-wars-David-Albouy-on-desirable-locations-and-unaffordable-housing Wed, 15 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Investors should be careful when companies use non-GAAP reporting https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Investors-companies-non-GAAP Australian companies are increasingly using non-GAAP metrics in their financial reports, but UNSW Business School's Jeff Coulton says it would be better for investors if they didn't j.coulton@unsw.edu.au (Jeff Coulton) Risk Corporate Governance Ethics Accounting Management Economics Analytics Data Shareholders Finance Regulation Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Investors-companies-non-GAAP Mon, 13 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT Generating a steady flow of wealth through trickle-down economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/steady-flow-wealth-trickle-down-economics To anyone who lived through the years of Ronald Reagan's US presidency, the term “trickle-down economics” should already be familiar, writes UNSW Business School's Gigi Foster gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/steady-flow-wealth-trickle-down-economics Tue, 21 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT We are all consumers, but is the experience enjoyable? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/We-are-all-consumers,-but-is-the-experience-enjoyable Make buying your brand more fun with incidental activities m.chylinski@unsw.edu.au (Mathew Chylinski) Marketing Behaviour Customer experience Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/We-are-all-consumers,-but-is-the-experience-enjoyable Tue, 14 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT How will the Trump agenda affect the US economy? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-will-the-Trump-agenda-affect-the-US-economy Wharton experts dissect the new President’s policy directions () Global Corporate Governance Politics Trade Economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-will-the-Trump-agenda-affect-the-US-economy Tue, 14 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT Can you avoid downside risk when so much is skewed? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-you-avoid-downside-risk-when-so-much-is-skewed There’s a new way to factor skewness into investment decisions (Paul Karehnke) Finance Investment Behaviour Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-you-avoid-downside-risk-when-so-much-is-skewed Tue, 14 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT How franchisees get blinded by unrealistic optimism https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-franchisees-get-blinded-by-unrealistic-optimism Disclosure regimes don’t stop people from hoping for the best jm.buchan@unsw.edu.au (Jenny Buchan) Business Strategy Entrepreneurship Risk Law Accounting Franchising https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-franchisees-get-blinded-by-unrealistic-optimism Tue, 14 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT Printing more money isn't the answer to all economic ills https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Printing-more-money-isn't-the-answer-to-all-economic-ills richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Printing-more-money-isn't-the-answer-to-all-economic-ills Thu, 19 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Why switching banks to get a better deal is essential for the economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-switching-banks-to-get-a-better-deal-is-essential-for-the-economy Consumer inertia and a lack of banking competition is a vulnerable mix r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Finance Behaviour Data Banking https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-switching-banks-to-get-a-better-deal-is-essential-for-the-economy Tue, 17 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT How Indonesia aims to be a leading digital economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-Indonesia-aims-to-be-a-leading-digital-economy E-commerce is burgeoning with the popularity of mobile phones n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Technology Digital Entrepreneurship Start-ups https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-Indonesia-aims-to-be-a-leading-digital-economy Tue, 17 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Why an affair with the boss is a bad career move https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-an-affair-with-the-boss-is-a-bad-career-move And men who date female superiors are judged more harshly s.chan-serafin@unsw.edu.au (Suzanne Chan-Serafin) Management Employee engagement Behaviour Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-an-affair-with-the-boss-is-a-bad-career-move Tue, 17 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT Vital Signs: Treasurer Morrison is about to face a reality check https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Vital-Signs-Treasurer-Morrison-is-about-to-face-a-reality-check Can something that you think is almost surely going to happen still be big news when it does? richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Vital-Signs-Treasurer-Morrison-is-about-to-face-a-reality-check Fri, 16 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT How Spotify is leading the music streaming revolution https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Spotify-music-streaming-revolution Spotify has become the world’s largest music streaming service thanks to innovative marketing and product launch strategies (Singapore Management University) Technology Digital User experience Data Analytics Marketing Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Spotify-music-streaming-revolution Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Bling and brand recognition: What your conspicuous consumption says about you https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Bling-and-brand-recognition-What-your-conspicuous-consumption-says-about-you Makers of luxury goods can charge even more if they play down their famous labels jc.carbajal@unsw.edu.au (Juan Carlos Carbajal) Marketing Consumers Behaviour Brands Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Bling-and-brand-recognition-What-your-conspicuous-consumption-says-about-you Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT When is excess control of a business group too much? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-is-excess-control-of-a-business-group-too-much A new study provides a more nuanced view of the pros and cons g.schwarz@unsw.edu.au (Gavin Schwarz) Management Corporate Governance Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-is-excess-control-of-a-business-group-too-much Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Who minds the children if grandma keeps working? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Who-minds-the-children-if-grandma-keeps-working Increasing the retirement age may decrease the birthrate m.denadai@unsw.edu.au (Michele De Nadai) Population ageing Retirement Health Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Who-minds-the-children-if-grandma-keeps-working Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT A high price to pay as tax-compliance costs soar https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-high-price-to-pay-as-tax-compliance-costs-soar It’s not just the corporate rate that disadvantages Australia b.tran-nam@unsw.edu.au (Binh Tran-Nam) Tax Corporate Governance Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-high-price-to-pay-as-tax-compliance-costs-soar Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Are social impact bonds the future of welfare funding? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-social-impact-bonds-the-future-of-welfare-funding New impact investing approaches need to prove their viability () Social Impact Investment Health https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-social-impact-bonds-the-future-of-welfare-funding Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT Australia is the poorer for discriminating against investors https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-is-the-poorer-for-discriminating-against-investors j.zein@unsw.edu.au (Jason Zein) Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/australia-is-the-poorer-for-discriminating-against-investors Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Limits of Silicon Valley: How Indonesia's GoJek is beating Uber https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-Indonesia's-GoJek-is-beating-Uber How Indonesia's local start-up GoJek has been able to take the market away from Uber suggests there is more competition on the way for Silicon Valley, writes UNSW Business School's Nick Wailes n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Customer experience User experience Technology Gig economy Business Strategy Innovation Global Start-ups Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-Indonesia's-GoJek-is-beating-Uber Fri, 25 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT What drives ethical (and unethical) behaviour in customers? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unethical-ethical-behaviour-customers Fear and anger can play a significant role in the ethical or unethical behaviour of customers – regardless of consequences, says UNSW Business School's Nitika Garg n.garg@unsw.edu.au (Nitika Garg) Brands Customer experience User experience Commerce Ethics Psychology Marketing Behaviour Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/unethical-ethical-behaviour-customers Mon, 21 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Which questions add up to financial literacy? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Which-questions-add-up-to-financial-literacy There’s a new resource for gauging our ability to decide wisely h.bateman@unsw.edu.au (Hazel Bateman) Social Impact Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Which-questions-add-up-to-financial-literacy Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT How to build resilience in the face of constant change https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-build-resilience-in-the-face-of-constant-change New research offers strategies to manage work-related pressure heslin@unsw.edu.au (Peter Heslin) Management Health Employee engagement Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-build-resilience-in-the-face-of-constant-change Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Why passion for an organisation is integral to success https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-passion-for-an-organisation-is-integral-to-success Soccer fans show how emotional ties affect financial management j.baxter@unsw.edu.au (Jane Baxter) Accounting Management Business Strategy Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-passion-for-an-organisation-is-integral-to-success Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT When power prices spike and a whole state blacks out https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-power-prices-spike-and-a-whole-state-blacks-out The National Energy Market is not living up to its ambitions k.ignatieva@unsw.edu.au (Katja Ignatieva) Energy Risk Trade Markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-power-prices-spike-and-a-whole-state-blacks-out Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Lending a hand: How social media is energising crisis response https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Lending-a-hand-How-social-media-is-energising-crisis-response When disaster strikes, communities are sharing information and offering support carmen.leong@unsw.edu.au (Carmen Leong) Social media Technology Social Impact Environment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Lending-a-hand-How-social-media-is-energising-crisis-response Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Are Asian economies ready for a rebalancing China? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-Asian-economies-ready-for-a-rebalancing-China A shift towards consumption presents threats and opportunities () Global Trade Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-Asian-economies-ready-for-a-rebalancing-China Wed, 16 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT 90% tax rate on superannuation is back https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/90-tax-rate-on-superannuation-is-back.aspx The so-called backpacker tax reform gets more ridiculous every time there is an official intervention d.boccabella@unsw.edu.au (Dale Boccabella) Tax Superannuation Retirement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/90-tax-rate-on-superannuation-is-back.aspx Mon, 14 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT Franchisees don't do their homework and are too optimistic about risks https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Franchisees-dont-do-their-homework-and-are-too-optimistic-about-risks jm.buchan@unsw.edu.au (Jenny Buchan) Franchising Behaviour Psychology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Franchisees-dont-do-their-homework-and-are-too-optimistic-about-risks Mon, 14 Nov 2016 00:00:00 GMT The promise and the pitfalls of harnessing big data https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/The-promise-and-the-pitfalls-of-harnessing-big-data Among the useful possibilities lurk some spurious correlations v.panchenko@unsw.edu.au (Valentyn Panchenko) Digital Data Privacy Health Analytics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/The-promise-and-the-pitfalls-of-harnessing-big-data Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT Why innovation springs from collaborative invention https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-innovation-springs-from-collaborative-invention A new study finds a framework for extending co-creation’s scope a.payne@unsw.edu.au (Adrian Payne) Innovation Customer experience Brands Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-innovation-springs-from-collaborative-invention Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT When labour standards vanish in global supply chains https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-labour-standards-vanish-in-global-supply-chains It’s unclear who is legally responsible for the exploitation s.frenkel@unsw.edu.au (Stephen Frenkel) Social Impact Labour relations Consumers Ethics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-labour-standards-vanish-in-global-supply-chains Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT How investors hold on in a time of low-interest rates https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-investors-hold-on-in-a-time-of-low-interest-rates Institutional players are resisting a hazardous hunt for yield j.parwada@unsw.edu.au (Jerry Parwada) Finance Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-investors-hold-on-in-a-time-of-low-interest-rates Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT Leader of the pack: What makes the Alibaba Group so successful? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Leader-of-the-pack-What-makes-the-Alibaba-Group-so-successful The ‘people’s platform’ Alibaba sells more than eBay and Amazon combined. Why? f.tan@unsw.edu.au (Felix Tan) Digital Customer experience Trade Technology Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Leader-of-the-pack-What-makes-the-Alibaba-Group-so-successful Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 GMT ASIC company data should be open and free - even Malcolm Turnbull agrees https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ASIC-company-data-should-be-open-and-free-even-Malcolm-Turnbull-agrees The Australian government is planning to privatise the management of the Australian Securities and Investments Commission database of companies. This is a potentially damaging move which goes against the government's own open data policy. () Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/ASIC-company-data-should-be-open-and-free-even-Malcolm-Turnbull-agrees Thu, 22 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT Financial advice: Can we guard against bad experts? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Financial-advice-Can-we-guard-against-bad-experts A new study pinpoints the dangers in our readiness to trust h.bateman@unsw.edu.au (Hazel Bateman) Risk Finance Investment Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Financial-advice-Can-we-guard-against-bad-experts Wed, 21 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT How to create software that everybody wants to use https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-to-create-software-that-everybody-wants-to-use Open-sourcing’s collaborative model has applications beyond IT p.finnegan@unsw.edu.au (Patrick Finnegan) Technology User experience Behaviour Digital https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-to-create-software-that-everybody-wants-to-use Wed, 21 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT Why financial resilience is a sharper measure of need https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-financial-resilience-is-a-sharper-measure-of-need New insights into how the vulnerable respond to money shocks () Social Impact Finance Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-financial-resilience-is-a-sharper-measure-of-need Wed, 21 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT What goes up: Tim Lawless on the outlook for Sydney and Melbourne housing markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-goes-up-Tim-Lawless-on-the-outlook-for-Sydney-and-Melbourne-housing-markets Will we see more tapering, a correction and some rebalancing? () Economics Markets Housing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-goes-up-Tim-Lawless-on-the-outlook-for-Sydney-and-Melbourne-housing-markets Wed, 21 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT Yes, economic self-interest spurs Muslim voters too https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Yes-economic-self-interest-spurs-Muslim-voters-too In Arab democracies, the middle class favour Islamic parties g.gratton@unsw.edu.au (Gabriele Gratton) Politics Government Psychology Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Yes-economic-self-interest-spurs-Muslim-voters-too Wed, 21 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT Women at work: Why mentoring is good but sponsoring is even better https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Women-at-work-Why-mentoring-is-good-but-sponsoring-is-even-better It can take proactive support and influence to open doors to opportunities () Leadership Management Human resources Equality https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Women-at-work-Why-mentoring-is-good-but-sponsoring-is-even-better Thu, 15 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT Let's not use politics as an excuse to stall reform https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/politics-excuse-to-stall-reform Political rewrites and simplification for its own sake do little more than unsettle existing law and practice and rarely succeed in reform, writes UNSW Business School's Pamela Hanrahan p.hanrahan@unsw.edu.au (Pamela Hanrahan) Regulation Politics Law Government Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/politics-excuse-to-stall-reform Fri, 19 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT How innovative behaviour needs a framework to thrive https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-innovative-behaviour-needs-a-framework-to-thrive But too many rules can stifle the freedom to try new things k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Employee engagement Management Human resources Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-innovative-behaviour-needs-a-framework-to-thrive Wed, 17 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT Have we misunderstood post-traumatic stress disorder? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Have-we-misunderstood-post-traumatic-stress-disorder A clash of standards and organisational protocols is a potent source of anguish () Social Impact Psychology Health Human resources Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Have-we-misunderstood-post-traumatic-stress-disorder Wed, 17 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT Are your customers revealing their true preferences? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-your-customers-revealing-their-true-preferences Without a warm up, what they say may not be what they want songting.dong@unsw.edu.au (Songting Dong) Psychology Markets Behaviour User experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-your-customers-revealing-their-true-preferences Wed, 17 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT Why you should add entrepreneurs to your board https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-you-should-add-entrepreneurs-to-your-board A new study identifies a hotbed of expertise to boost firm value j.parwada@unsw.edu.au (Jerry Parwada) Leadership Business Strategy Innovation Entrepreneurship Investment Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-you-should-add-entrepreneurs-to-your-board Wed, 17 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT When hedgies outshine their institutional counterparts https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-hedgies-outshine-their-institutional-counterparts New research examines how hedge funds use insider information j.parwada@unsw.edu.au (Jerry Parwada) Finance Investment Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-hedgies-outshine-their-institutional-counterparts Wed, 20 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT Four ways that accountants turn to the dark side https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-ways-that-accountants-turn-to-the-dark-side Not only those with ‘defective individual traits’ commit fraud p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Risk Accounting Ethics Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/four-ways-that-accountants-turn-to-the-dark-side Wed, 20 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT Which Chinese businesses are better for investors? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/which-chinese-businesses-are-better-for-investors Consider private versus state-owned and related party transactions leon.wong@unsw.edu.au (Leon Wong) Finance Investment China https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/which-chinese-businesses-are-better-for-investors Wed, 20 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT Old but not out: How savvy organisations meet the new face of retirement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Old-but-not-out-How-savvy-organisations-meet-the-new-face-of-retirement Age inclusiveness gets easier when flexible approaches are already in place (Leisa Sargent) Management Employee engagement Retirement Diversity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Old-but-not-out-How-savvy-organisations-meet-the-new-face-of-retirement Wed, 20 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT Why should paintings by female artists sell for less? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-should-paintings-by-female-artists-sell-for-less And yet, artworks by women have been a better investment () Gender Equality Consumers https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-should-paintings-by-female-artists-sell-for-less Wed, 20 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT Brexit harms start-ups but may not be fatal https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Brexit-harms-start-ups-but-may-not-be-fatal As the market turbulence starts to subside after Brexit, start-ups are worried that the UK’s exit from the European Union may put access to venture capital and private equity at risk. M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Brexit-harms-start-ups-but-may-not-be-fatal Mon, 04 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT Brexit: In the short term OK, in the long run massive uncertainty https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Brexit-In-the-short-term-OK-in-the-long-run-massive-uncertainty The better angels of Britain's nature lost. It is also a vote against the economic interest of Britain, Europe and the world. richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Brexit-In-the-short-term-OK-in-the-long-run-massive-uncertainty Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT Seven ways to tell whether a private equity-backed IPO should be avoided https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/private-equity-backed-IPO While investors should always examine each initial public offering on its merits, research indicates there is no reason to avoid private equity-backed IPOs, says UNSW Business School's Mark Humphery-Jenner M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Regulation Start-ups Entrepreneurship Investment Finance Business Strategy Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/private-equity-backed-IPO Tue, 21 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT The case of GoGet: How technology turbo-charges a car-sharing start-up https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/The-case-of-GoGetHow-technology-turbo-charges-a-car-sharing-start-up GoGet – originally a neighbourhood initiative – is now a shining example of collaborative consumption f.tan@unsw.edu.au (Felix Tan) Technology Start-ups Entrepreneurship Customer experience Digital https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/The-case-of-GoGetHow-technology-turbo-charges-a-car-sharing-start-up Wed, 15 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT Why do mean girls impede the success of other women? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-do-mean-girls-impede-the-success-of-other-women Some female leaders pull up the ladder after they climb it gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Leadership Gender Equality Psychology Employment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-do-mean-girls-impede-the-success-of-other-women Wed, 15 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT How lower-class fund managers outperform the rich kids https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-lower-class-fund-managers-outperform-the-rich-kids A new study shows inherited privilege is no guarantee of talent o.chuprinin@unsw.edu.au (Oleg Chuprinin) Finance Employment Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-lower-class-fund-managers-outperform-the-rich-kids Wed, 15 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT Can high levels of volatility make traders go rogue? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-high-levels-of-volatility-make-traders-go-rogue New research sheds light on how risk blindness can develop elise@unsw.edu.au (Elise Payzan-LeNestour) Risk Psychology Behaviour Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-high-levels-of-volatility-make-traders-go-rogue Wed, 15 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT Bigger is not necessarily better for super funds https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bigger-is-not-necessarily-better-for-super-funds It is received wisdom in the Australian superannuation industry that bigger is better. r.nicholls@unsw.edu.au (Rob Nicholls) Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/bigger-is-not-necessarily-better-for-super-funds Wed, 01 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT Backpacker tax: If it were never broke, why try to fix it? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Backpacker-tax-If-it-were-never-broke-why-try-to-fix-it The federal government will delay the start of the so-called backpacker tax by six months d.boccabella@unsw.edu.au (Dale Boccabella) Tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Backpacker-tax-If-it-were-never-broke-why-try-to-fix-it Mon, 23 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT A funny thing happened on the way to the checkout https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-funny-thing-happened-on-the-way-to-the-checkout Try using humour to keep your customers happy and satisfied p.patterson@unsw.edu.au (Paul Patterson) Customer experience Marketing Psychology Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-funny-thing-happened-on-the-way-to-the-checkout Wed, 18 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT 10 things managers can do to survive digital disruption https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/10-things-managers-can-do-to-survive-digital-disruption Business leaders need to adopt a number of practical strategies to help both themselves and their organisations embrace digital transformation n.wailes@unsw.edu.au (Nick Wailes) Innovation Management Digital Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/10-things-managers-can-do-to-survive-digital-disruption Wed, 18 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT Budget 2016: Are we heading in the right direction https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-2016-are-we-heading-in-the-right-direction Our experts drill down into the government’s latest fiscal plan n.warren@unsw.edu.au (Neil Warren) Leadership Corporate Governance Budget https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-2016-are-we-heading-in-the-right-direction Wed, 18 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT Is impact sourcing a godsend or cultural intrusion? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-impact-sourcing-a-godsend-or-cultural-intrusion For the marginalised in India, it can lead to a better future s.mysoreseshadrinath@unsw.edu.au (Sandeep Mysore Seshadrinath) Social Impact Global Human resources Entrepreneurship Employee engagement Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-impact-sourcing-a-godsend-or-cultural-intrusion Wed, 18 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT What can we learn from Korean free trade deals? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-can-we-learn-from-korean-free-trade-deals Analysis reveals the benefits don’t flow as evenly as expected s.cho@unsw.edu.au (Sang-Wook (Stanley) Cho) Trade Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/what-can-we-learn-from-korean-free-trade-deals Wed, 18 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT Can the courts take some responsibility for negative gearing? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-the-courts-take-some-responsibility-for-negative-gearing False claims abound and rational debate is near impossible as the issue descends into a political slug match d.boccabella@unsw.edu.au (Dale Boccabella) Tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-the-courts-take-some-responsibility-for-negative-gearing Mon, 16 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT Budget timing tricks do nothing to help small business, nor the economy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-timing-tricks-do-nothing-to-help-small-business-nor-the-economy I’ve always thought all businesses capable of creating jobs and wealth, regardless of their size. There’s certainly no economic theory that suggests big businesses can’t. richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-timing-tricks-do-nothing-to-help-small-business-nor-the-economy Thu, 05 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT Tesla's Model 3 and the keys to the electric vehicle market https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tesla-and-the-keys-to-the-electric-vehicle-market Can Tesla give rise to a new industry in the automobile market? The Model 3 is the make or break vehicle for Tesla – and will be a critical part of its success in the future () Marketing Energy Environment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tesla-and-the-keys-to-the-electric-vehicle-market Wed, 20 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT The dark side of social media: Be careful what you share with the wide world watching https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/The-dark-side-of-social-media Protocols and etiquette of online usage have lagged behind advances in technology () Technology Social media Privacy Security https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/The-dark-side-of-social-media Wed, 20 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT Towards a smarter way of planning retirement savings https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/towards-a-smarter-way-of-planning-retirement-savings A new online calculator is more responsive to individual needs a.asher@unsw.edu.au (Anthony Asher) Risk Budget Retirement Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/towards-a-smarter-way-of-planning-retirement-savings Wed, 20 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT How the colour of food alters perceptions of texture https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-the-colour-of-food-alters-perceptions-of-texture Why does red suggest creaminess while blue signals crunch? m.chylinski@unsw.edu.au (Mathew Chylinski) Marketing Psychology Consumers Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-the-colour-of-food-alters-perceptions-of-texture Wed, 20 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT How volatility risk explains a trading anomaly https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-volatility-risk-explains-a-trading-anomaly New research offers a solution to the equities premium puzzle peter.swan@unsw.edu.au (Peter Swan) Finance Risk Investment https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-volatility-risk-explains-a-trading-anomaly Wed, 20 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT How firms are better capturing ideas from the inside https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-firms-are-better-capturing-ideas-from-the-inside Internal crowdsourcing allows staff to participate more widely () Crowdsourcing Technology Employee engagement Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-firms-are-better-capturing-ideas-from-the-inside Wed, 16 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT When the sins of old changes come back to haunt https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-the-sins-of-old-changes-come-back-to-haunt Admit to past mistakes to rebuild staff trust and commitment () Management Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/when-the-sins-of-old-changes-come-back-to-haunt Wed, 16 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Rejected super legislation is a chance to get it right https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rejected-super-legislation-is-a-chance-to-get-it-right New research provides a framework for government’s next move () Regulation Superannuation Corporate Governance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/rejected-super-legislation-is-a-chance-to-get-it-right Wed, 16 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Do you think that empathetic smile comes naturally? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/do-you-think-that-empathetic-smile-comes-naturally Bosses expect unpaid emotional labour, particularly from women () Management Health Employee engagement Customer experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/do-you-think-that-empathetic-smile-comes-naturally Wed, 16 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT The race is on: How accelerators are working to launch the next unicorn https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/the-race-is-on-how-accelerators-are-working-to-launch-the-next-unicorn A new report sheds light on desirable conditions for a thriving start-up culture () Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/the-race-is-on-how-accelerators-are-working-to-launch-the-next-unicorn Wed, 16 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT Big four accounting firms avoid scrutiny in multinational tax avoidance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-four-accounting-firms-avoid-scrutiny-in-multinational-tax-avoidance () Tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/big-four-accounting-firms-avoid-scrutiny-in-multinational-tax-avoidance Thu, 25 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Bottoms up: The true cost of a few drinks after work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Bottoms-up-The-true-cost-of-a-few-drinks-after-work Alcohol-related absenteeism is a billion-dollar problem () Social Impact Health Employee engagement Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Bottoms-up-The-true-cost-of-a-few-drinks-after-work Tue, 16 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT How integrated reports are gaining ground by stealth https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-integrated-reports-are-gaining-ground-by-stealth Director resistance sees local corporations adopting it softly r.simnett@unsw.edu.au (Roger Simnett) Accounting Corporate Governance Innovation Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-integrated-reports-are-gaining-ground-by-stealth Tue, 16 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT How smaller firms do well and could do even better https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-smaller-firms-do-well-and-could-do-even-better Does innovation lead to success or success lead to innovation? c.jackson@unsw.edu.au (Chris Jackson) Markets Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-smaller-firms-do-well-and-could-do-even-better Tue, 16 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Next wave: Yes, momentum investing can be rewarding https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/next-wave-yes-momentum-investing-can-be-rewarding New research says the risks are predictable and manageable (Pedro Barroso) Markets Investment Finance Risk Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/next-wave-yes-momentum-investing-can-be-rewarding Tue, 16 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT Are computers to blame for market jitters? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-computers-to-blame-for-market-jitters Recent turbulence in the share markets has caused some experts to point the finger of culpability at computerised high-frequency trading (HFT). () Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-computers-to-blame-for-market-jitters Thu, 28 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT Green bonds: ready for takeoff? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Green-bonds-ready-for-takeoff The climate summit in Paris has shown that big business is now on board with the transition to a low-carbon economy – which holds particular promise for green bonds, writes Usman Chohan () Markets Investment Finance Shareholders Energy Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Green-bonds-ready-for-takeoff Fri, 18 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Why doing more with less reduces productivity https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-doing-more-with-less-reduces-productivity Jobs cuts are a false economy when intellectual assets are lost c.boedker@unsw.edu.au (Christina Boedker) Management Human resources Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-doing-more-with-less-reduces-productivity Wed, 16 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Social media shaming: Can outrage be effective? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/social-media-shaming-can-outrage-be-effective The message spreads quickly but is soon forgotten (Knowledge at Wharton) Social media Digital Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/social-media-shaming-can-outrage-be-effective Wed, 16 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT How to succeed in business on foreign shores https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-to-succeed-in-business-on-foreign-shores A few pointers for a growth play across borders () Business Strategy Global Markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-to-succeed-in-business-on-foreign-shores Wed, 16 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT What should advisers get paid to push managed funds? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-should-advisers-get-paid-to-push-managed-funds Small variations in fees can have large consequences j.parwada@unsw.edu.au (Jerry Parwada) Finance Policy Customer experience Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-should-advisers-get-paid-to-push-managed-funds Wed, 16 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT All right for some: How special favours keep wealth in the hands of a few https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/All-right-for-some-How-special-favours-keep-wealth-in-the-hands-of-a-few The most likely way to become extremely rich is by exploiting unfair advantage gigi.foster@unsw.edu.au (Gigi Foster) Social Impact Regulation Politics Markets Economics Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/All-right-for-some-How-special-favours-keep-wealth-in-the-hands-of-a-few Wed, 16 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT Are insurance companies holding too much capital? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-insurance-companies-holding-too-much-capital New research demonstrates the need for better risk modelling (Benjamin Avanzi) Risk Regulation Insurance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-insurance-companies-holding-too-much-capital Wed, 16 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT It’s all in the game: How play time is becoming the new work normal https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/its-all-in-the-game-how-play-time-is-becoming-the-new-work-normal Gamification and tools based on video games are fine for millennials at work, but what about older workers? dobrescu@unsw.edu.au (Loretti Isabella Dobrescu) Technology Behaviour User experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/its-all-in-the-game-how-play-time-is-becoming-the-new-work-normal Wed, 18 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT In praise of holding on to your board members https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/In-praise-of-holding-on-to-your-board-members The global trend to limit the tenure of directors is misguided () Corporate Governance Business Strategy Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/In-praise-of-holding-on-to-your-board-members Wed, 18 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Tall order: Are CEOs born with leadership traits? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Tall-order-Are-CEOs-born-with-leadership-traits New research reveals which men are likely to become the boss () Leadership Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Tall-order-Are-CEOs-born-with-leadership-traits Wed, 18 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Where preventative health products are hard to sell https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/where-preventative-health-products-are-hard-to-sell In developing nations, simple measures could prevent deaths s.walker@unsw.edu.au (Sarah Walker) Health Global Behaviour Social Impact Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/where-preventative-health-products-are-hard-to-sell Wed, 18 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Are you being served, or processed by rote? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-you-being-served-or-processed-by-rote Frontline employees need the autonomy to respond flexibly steven.lui@unsw.edu.au (Steven Lui) Customer experience Management Behaviour Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-you-being-served-or-processed-by-rote Wed, 18 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT Why ad blockers are spurring a new tech arms race https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-ad-blockers-are-spurring-a-new-tech-arms-race The search for responses to content filtering is hotting up (Knowledge at Wharton) Technology Advertising Customer experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-ad-blockers-are-spurring-a-new-tech-arms-race Wed, 18 Nov 2015 00:00:00 GMT An opportunity for the financial services industry to clean up its act https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/An-opportunity-for-the-financial-services-industry-to-clean-up-its-act In no less than three places in the ‘Consumer Outcomes’ sections of the government’s response to the Financial System Inquiry document released on October 20, j.parwada@unsw.edu.au (Jerry Parwada) Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/An-opportunity-for-the-financial-services-industry-to-clean-up-its-act Wed, 28 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT Profits from poverty: How microfinance has gone astray https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Profits-from-poverty-How-microfinance-has-gone-astray The social mission has drifted under a financial services push () Social Impact Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Profits-from-poverty-How-microfinance-has-gone-astray Wed, 21 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT Why come forward with information on a fraud? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-come-forward-with-information-on-a-fraud Whistleblowers in Australia can be reviled more than rewarded p.andon@unsw.edu.au (Paul Andon) Risk Accounting Social Impact Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-come-forward-with-information-on-a-fraud Wed, 21 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT Promises: Will the Trans-Pacific Partnership deliver? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Promises-Will-the-Trans-Pacific-Partnership-deliver Wharton experts consider the deal from a US perspective (Knowledge at Wharton) Trade Asia-Pacific China Politics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Promises-Will-the-Trans-Pacific-Partnership-deliver Wed, 21 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT What type of online consumer ratings do you trust? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-type-of-online-consumer-ratings-do-you-trust Users are more persuaded by reviews in their preferred format e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Behaviour Social media Digital User experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-type-of-online-consumer-ratings-do-you-trust Wed, 21 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT As treasurer, Hockey proved to be an ordinary Joe https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/As-treasurer-Hockey-proved-to-be-an-ordinary-Joe Earlier this year, during the Prince Phillip knighthood debacle (dubbed #knightmare by Twitter), we speculated how Tony Abbott could make Malcolm Turnbull his treasurer, in place of the hapless Joe Hockey, and thereby save his prime ministership. richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/As-treasurer-Hockey-proved-to-be-an-ordinary-Joe Wed, 21 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT Would you pay extra to live among people who share your background? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Would-you-pay-extra-to-live-among-people-who-share-your-background New research reveals the connection between cultural distance and house prices () Social Impact Diversity Real estate https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Would-you-pay-extra-to-live-among-people-who-share-your-background Wed, 21 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT Australia should be giving start-ups a leg up https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australia-should-be-giving-start-ups-a-leg-up Creating an environment that encourages entrepreneurship and investment needs to be more straightforward c.styles@unsw.edu.au (Chris Styles) Entrepreneurship https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australia-should-be-giving-start-ups-a-leg-up Fri, 09 Oct 2015 00:00:00 GMT Alex Tsipras may be Greece's unlikely saviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Alex-Tsipras-may-be-Greeces-unlikely-saviour Last week, the man who led Greece to the brink of financial Armageddon, Alexis Tsipras, was returned to power in Greek elections. Is it a case of "Here we go again"? richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Leadership https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Alex-Tsipras-may-be-Greeces-unlikely-saviour Tue, 29 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT The gig economy: Are workers on demand the future face of employment? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/The-gig-economy-Are-workers-on-demand-the-future-face-of-employment The ‘community’ model connects suppliers with customers but not everyone is happy () Business Strategy Innovation Start-ups Gig economy Labour relations https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/The-gig-economy-Are-workers-on-demand-the-future-face-of-employment Wed, 23 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT Indonesia: How Islamic micro-finance offers a fair go https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Indonesia-How-Islamic-micro-finance-offers-a-fair-go A modern take on piety is fostering a more just society () Asia-Pacific Finance Social Impact https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Indonesia-How-Islamic-micro-finance-offers-a-fair-go Wed, 23 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT How data analytics is shaping what you watch https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-data-analytics-is-shaping-what-you-watch Not much airs on internet TV without a lot of advance study (Knowledge at Wharton) Data Analytics Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/How-data-analytics-is-shaping-what-you-watch Wed, 23 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT Do union political connections affect firm value? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/do-union-political-connections-undermine-firm-value Business likes political influence, but not when unions have it r.tumarkin@unsw.edu.au (Robert Tumarkin) Labour relations Politics Economy Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/do-union-political-connections-undermine-firm-value Wed, 23 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT What is the optimal system for funding retirement? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-is-the-optimal-system-for-funding-retirement Super still leads as researchers consider the alternatives () Retirement Policy Economy Superannuation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-is-the-optimal-system-for-funding-retirement Wed, 23 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT Why a little stress and anxiety pays dividends https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-a-little-stress-and-anxiety-pays-dividends- A reasonable level of workplace pressure can lift performance amiralim@unsw.edu.au (Amirali Minbashian) Management Psychology Behaviour Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Why-a-little-stress-and-anxiety-pays-dividends- Wed, 23 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT Australia can balance free trade and workers rights https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australia-can-balance-free-trade-and-workers-rights When the politics of the Chinese Australia Free Trade Agreement (ChAFTA) hit fever pitch last week I was in China, teaching MBA students and talking with companies, both Australian and Chinese, about the stock market, the exchange rate and the ChAFTA. (Tim Harcourt) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Australia-can-balance-free-trade-and-workers-rights Wed, 09 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT Abbott's first anniversary: open for business, closed to real reform https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Abbotts-first-anniversary-open-for-business-closed-to-real-reform In his victory speech on election night last September, Prime Minister Tony Abbott declared Australia was “under new management and … once more open for business”. richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Government https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Abbotts-first-anniversary-open-for-business-closed-to-real-reform Sat, 05 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT Collaborative action: Why crowdfunding is so effective for charitable causes https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Collaborative-action-Why-crowdfunding-is-so-effective-for-charitable-causes New research reveals how the affordances of online platforms can motivate behaviour () Crowdfunding Social media Digital Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Collaborative-action-Why-crowdfunding-is-so-effective-for-charitable-causes Wed, 19 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT Will the US seize the high ground in curbing emissions? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Will-the-US-seize-the-high-ground-in-curbing-emissions The timing seems right for Barack Obama's Clean Power Plan (Knowledge at Wharton) Social Impact Energy Environment Regulation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Will-the-US-seize-the-high-ground-in-curbing-emissions Wed, 19 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT Is customer delight enough to inspire loyalty? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-customer-delight-enough-to-inspire-loyalty Feeling connected is more important, says a new study m.chylinski@unsw.edu.au (Mathew Chylinski) Customer experience Marketing Behaviour Brands Social media https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Is-customer-delight-enough-to-inspire-loyalty Wed, 19 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT When high aggregate earnings mean lower market returns https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-high-aggregate-earnings-mean-lower-market-returns Researchers are coming to grips with a puzzling US anomaly () Finance Markets https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/When-high-aggregate-earnings-mean-lower-market-returns Wed, 19 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT Speaking up: Auditors to disclose areas of concern https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Speaking-up-Auditors-to-disclose-areas-of-concern Once confidential views on key audit matters will be revealed e.carson@unsw.edu.au (Elizabeth Carson) Accounting Policy Regulation Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Speaking-up-Auditors-to-disclose-areas-of-concern Wed, 19 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT All together: How to make HR processes really work https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/All-together-How-to-make-HR-processes-really-work Build consensus with a distinct, visible, consistent message k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Management Human resources Employee engagement https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/All-together-How-to-make-HR-processes-really-work Wed, 19 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT Forget about a currency war - we'll have bigger worries off a weaker yuan https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Forget-about-a-currency-war-we'll-have-bigger-worries-off-a-weaker-yuan The decline in the yuan is not really very large, and the way in which it happened is not all that nefarious richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Forget-about-a-currency-war-we'll-have-bigger-worries-off-a-weaker-yuan Mon, 17 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT Value transfer: Why crypto-currencies are no longer just funny internet money https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Value-transfer-Why-crypto-currencies-are-no-longer-just-funny-internet-money Smart infrastructure makes digital payment networks a potential market force e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Technology Cryptocurrency Finance Digital Banking https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Value-transfer-Why-crypto-currencies-are-no-longer-just-funny-internet-money Wed, 22 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT Can you doubt and distrust and still do your job? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-you-doubt-and-distrust-and-still-do-your-job Expectations of auditor scepticism may be unrealistic n.harding@unsw.edu.au (Noel Harding) Accounting Risk Behaviour Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Can-you-doubt-and-distrust-and-still-do-your-job Wed, 22 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT Losing it: When the boss becomes a monster https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/losing-it-when-the-boss-becomes-a-monster New research links emotional self-regulation to a capacity to maintain attention c.jackson@unsw.edu.au (Chris Jackson) Leadership Behaviour Management Psychology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/losing-it-when-the-boss-becomes-a-monster Wed, 22 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT Warning signs: Joseph Gyourko on a Chinese slowdown and real estate risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/joseph-gyourko-chinese-slowdown-real-estate-risk The Wharton expert sees a lesson for Australian regulators? () Global https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/joseph-gyourko-chinese-slowdown-real-estate-risk Wed, 22 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT What makes a workplace carer-friendly? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-makes-a-workplace-carer-friendly It's good business to support staff who also have a caring role h.bainbridge@agsm.edu.au (Hugh Bainbridge) Social Impact Employee engagement Aged care Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-makes-a-workplace-carer-friendly Wed, 22 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT What if you could change the whole taxation system? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-if-you-could-change-the-whole-taxation-system Listen to our tax experts thinking outside the square m.walpole@unsw.edu.au (Michael Walpole) Tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/What-if-you-could-change-the-whole-taxation-system Wed, 22 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT Will Indonesia rise to its challenges? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Will-Indonesia-rise-to-its-challenges Our trading neighbour is not meeting its growth targets () Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Will-Indonesia-rise-to-its-challenges Wed, 22 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT Remote control: How to get the best from virtual teams https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Remote-control-How-to-get-the-best-from-virtual-teams The human connection is key to effective online collaboration w.felps@unsw.edu.au (Will Felps) Employee engagement Diversity Management Digital Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Remote-control-How-to-get-the-best-from-virtual-teams Wed, 17 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT Would you pay extra to support a local brand? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/would-you-pay-extra-to-support-a-local-brand Global has more appeal but there is a home-country advantage g.gregory@unsw.edu.au (Gary Gregory) Marketing Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/would-you-pay-extra-to-support-a-local-brand Wed, 17 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT Take a firm grip to encourage informal learning https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/take-a-firm-grip-to-encourage-informal-learning New research realigns the role of performance appraisals k.sanders@unsw.edu.au (Karin Sanders) Management Behaviour Human resources https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/take-a-firm-grip-to-encourage-informal-learning Wed, 17 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT Watch the line between art and commerce blurring https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/watch-the-line-between-art-and-commerce-blurring Museums are reinventing themselves to find new audiences () Business Strategy Innovation Commerce Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/watch-the-line-between-art-and-commerce-blurring Wed, 17 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT Can uncertainty be a good thing for investors? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-uncertainty-be-a-good-thing-for-investors Risk benchmarks need both positive and negative considerations (Knowledge at Wharton) Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-uncertainty-be-a-good-thing-for-investors Wed, 17 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT A tale of two bosses: Why strong female leaders are seen as inauthentic https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-tale-of-two-bosses-Why-strong-female-leaders-are-seen-as-inauthentic New analysis of media portrayal reveals the gender bias in leadership perceptions () Leadership Gender https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/A-tale-of-two-bosses-Why-strong-female-leaders-are-seen-as-inauthentic Wed, 17 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT Business confidence got a post-budget boost... or did it? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Business-confidence-got-a-post-budget-boost-or-did-it National Australia Bank’s business confidence index jumped from 3 to 7 points this week, a nine-month high coming on the back of this year’s federal budget. The ANZ-Roy-Morgan consumer confidence index also rose after the budget. richard.holden@unsw.edu.au (Richard Holden) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Business-confidence-got-a-post-budget-boost-or-did-it Thu, 11 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT Why the Google antitrust case is a step in the negotiation process https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-the-google-antitrust-case-is-a-step-in-the-negotiation-process At issue is whether the tech giant's dominance harms users. (Knowledge at Wharton) Technology Regulation Markets User experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-the-google-antitrust-case-is-a-step-in-the-negotiation-process Wed, 20 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT Out-classed: How mum-and-dad investors are beating the professionals https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Out-classed-How-mum-and-dad-investors-are-beating-the-professionals New research shows that individuals can make better traders than institutions peter.swan@unsw.edu.au (Peter Swan) Investment Finance Markets Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Out-classed-How-mum-and-dad-investors-are-beating-the-professionals Wed, 20 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT Why have e-books not proven more popular? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-have-e-books-not-proven-more-popular The predicted demise of print as we know it appears premature j.dambra@unsw.edu.au (John D'Ambra) Technology User experience Behaviour Marketing https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-have-e-books-not-proven-more-popular Wed, 20 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT Budget 2015: Is it what the nation needs? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-2015-is-it-what-the-nation-needs Our experts analyse the government's latest economic blueprint j.piggott@unsw.edu.au (John Piggott) Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/budget-2015-is-it-what-the-nation-needs Wed, 20 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT In praise of creative theft ... from other industries https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/In-praise-of-creative-theft-from-other-industries Mid-market firms could gain from transplanting external ideas sz.ozdemir@unsw.edu.au (Salih Zeki Ozdemir) Innovation Markets Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/In-praise-of-creative-theft-from-other-industries Wed, 20 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT The retirement years: Who is going to pay? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/the-retirement-years-who-is-going-to-pay Our researchers weigh up tax hikes against pension cuts () Social Impact Population ageing Tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/the-retirement-years-who-is-going-to-pay Wed, 20 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT Are charities a vehicle for tax avoidance? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-charities-a-vehicle-for-tax-avoidance A recent decision of the Federal Court has highlighted that although using charities in Australia for tax avoidance purposes is not common, it can happen. f.martin@unsw.edu.au (Fiona Martin) Policy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-charities-a-vehicle-for-tax-avoidance Tue, 19 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT Bigger breaks for smaller business will come at a cost https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Bigger-breaks-for-smaller-business-will-come-at-a-cost Treasurer Joe Hockey's surprising transformation into the ghost of Wayne Swan in this year's federal Budget has brought about some welcome tax breaks cc.evans@unsw.edu.au (Chris Evans) Tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Bigger-breaks-for-smaller-business-will-come-at-a-cost Thu, 14 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT Got anything good to eat? Use augmented reality to sort out healthy choices https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/got-anything-good-to-eat-use-augmented-reality-to-sort-out-healthy-choices Display overload can be neutralised by viewing shelves through a new mobile app m.chylinski@unsw.edu.au (Mathew Chylinski) Marketing AR User experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/got-anything-good-to-eat-use-augmented-reality-to-sort-out-healthy-choices Wed, 22 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT How overconfident CEOs could take down the firm https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-overconfident-ceos-could-take-down-the-firm New research shows bravado can lead to securities class actions M.HumpheryJenner@unsw.edu.au (Mark Humphery-Jenner) Behaviour Finance Corporate Governance Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-overconfident-ceos-could-take-down-the-firm Wed, 22 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT Restaurant reviews: Taking subjectivity off the menu https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/restaurant-reviews-taking-subjectivity-off-the-menu Taipei's research-based dining guide sets an objective benchmark () Behaviour Customer experience https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/restaurant-reviews-taking-subjectivity-off-the-menu Wed, 22 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT Tapping super for first homes: Could it work? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tapping-super-for-first-homes-could-it-work Our experts consider the latest push for early access to savings j.piggott@unsw.edu.au (John Piggott) Superannuation Housing Economics https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tapping-super-for-first-homes-could-it-work Wed, 22 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT Out of Africa: Mobile money versus big credit cards https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Out-of-Africa-Mobile-money-versus-big-credit-cards- Non-bank methods of storing value warrant lighter regulation () Regulation Banking Social Impact Technology https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Out-of-Africa-Mobile-money-versus-big-credit-cards- Wed, 22 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT Are you who you say you are? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-you-who-you-say-you-are Big data analytics can be harnessed to verify online identity f.tan@unsw.edu.au (Felix Tan) Technology Data Analytics Social media Risk https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Are-you-who-you-say-you-are Wed, 22 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT Budgets are not strategies https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Budgets-are-not-strategies Confusing a budget with strategy leaves an organisation without direction c.styles@unsw.edu.au (Chris Styles) Politics Budget Leadership Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Budgets-are-not-strategies Mon, 20 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT Broader base the key to GST reform https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Broader-base-the-key-to-GST-reform The tax “conversation” Treasurer Joe Hockey is hoping to kick off has quickly moved on to a discussion about the goods and services tax (GST). d.boccabella@unsw.edu.au (Dale Boccabella) Tax https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/Broader-base-the-key-to-GST-reform Wed, 08 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT Real estate cycles: Walter Torous on smart portfolio allocation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/walter-torous-smart-portfolio-allocation Returns vary over time and there are market movements that can be exploited () Business Strategy Real estate https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/walter-torous-smart-portfolio-allocation Wed, 18 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Is now the time to divest fossil fuel stocks? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-now-the-time-to-divest-fossil-fuel-stocks As activists and industry disagree, analysts look to the future () Business Strategy Investment Energy Shareholders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/is-now-the-time-to-divest-fossil-fuel-stocks Wed, 18 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Contagion effect: How financial crises spread across borders https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/contagion-effect-how-financial-crises-spread-across-borders Debt levels and fiscal characteristics can signal that a country may succumb () Global Risk Economics Finance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/contagion-effect-how-financial-crises-spread-across-borders Wed, 18 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Why everyone wants to be the next disrupter? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-everyone-wants-to-be-the-next-disrupter For business, disruption is the ‘new black’. How does it work? e.t.lim@unsw.edu.au (Eric Lim) Start-ups Entrepreneurship Digital Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/why-everyone-wants-to-be-the-next-disrupter Wed, 18 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT How to avoid sourcing dross from the crowd https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-avoid-sourcing-dross-from-the-crowd Research shows a questionnaire can weed out time-wasters p.patterson@unsw.edu.au (Paul Patterson) Crowdsourcing Marketing Innovation https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/how-to-avoid-sourcing-dross-from-the-crowd Wed, 18 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT China insight: Rural villages e-trade for themselves https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-insight-rural-villages-etrade-for-themselves E-commerce on Taobao brings social gains along with new income for neglected communities shan.pan@unsw.edu.au (Shan-Ling Pan) Technology China Business Strategy https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/china-insight-rural-villages-etrade-for-themselves Wed, 18 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Can the press be a sheriff of the boardroom? https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-the-press-be-a-sheriff-of-the-boardroom News coverage fosters discipline if it's able to be independent () Corporate Governance Finance Innovation Management https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/can-the-press-be-a-sheriff-of-the-boardroom Wed, 18 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT Making tough calls in alien environments https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/making-tough-calls-in-alien-environments An awareness of existing rules of thumb is key to updating them () Psychology Management Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/making-tough-calls-in-alien-environments Wed, 18 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT Tangled up in your own regulations https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tangled-up-in-your-own-regulations Internal company rules are more costly than government red tape g.shinkle@unsw.edu.au (George Shinkle) Regulation Management Employee engagement Corporate Governance https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/tangled-up-in-your-own-regulations Wed, 18 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT Yes, attractive real estate agents do achieve substantial price premiums https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/yes,-attractive-real-estate-agents-do-achieve-substantial-price-premiums- Even the biggest purchase most people make falls prey to the halo effect r.tumarkin@unsw.edu.au (Robert Tumarkin) Real estate Behaviour https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/yes,-attractive-real-estate-agents-do-achieve-substantial-price-premiums- Wed, 18 Feb 2015 00:00:00 GMT Vanishing income in a time of shifting profits https://businessthink.unsw.edu.au/articles/vanishing-income-in-a-time-of-shifting-profits As billions sail away, where does an ethical accountant stand? 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