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By: Michael McQueen
Storytelling is one of the hottest buzzwords of the last few years. Far from being merely a trend or fad though, the power of narrative is unrivalled in its ability to capture and maintain the attention of a listener. Continue reading “Stories Sell… Here is Why”
By: Michael McQueen
In a world of increasing polarisation, empathy stands out as a virtue that restores humanity to conversations and is persuasively powerful enough to change even the firmest of opinions. Continue reading “Why Virtual Reality Might be Our Best Shot at Restoring Human Empathy”
By: Michael McQueen
In the office, it now seems the employer and employee simply want different things. The impasse between company and worker expectations around the future of the in-office work is a key factor driving what’s become known as ‘The Great Resignation.’ Continue reading “Why Culture Could Be Your Company’s Make or Break”
By: Michael McQueen
The demand for sustainability has no less than revolutionised the way companies do business. In the last decade, the move towards sustainable products, waste solutions and emissions reductions has forced businesses to pursue purpose over profits, leading the way to a new and positive form of conscious capitalism. Continue reading “Why Sustainability is a ‘Package’ Deal in Business”
By: Michael McQueen
With abilities that seem to have come straight from the future, 3D printing is gaining traction across all industries. While 3D printing has been a fringe technology for decades, the numbers give some indication of how quickly it is moving towards the mainstream. Continue reading “3 Key Powers of 3D Printing”
By: Michael McQueen
Albert Einstein once suggested that if he had an hour to solve a problem and his life depended on it, he’d spend the first 55 minutes determining the best question to ask. ‘For once I know the proper question,’ he said, ‘I could solve the problem in less than 5 minutes.’[1] Continue reading “Managers, Business People: Are You Asking the Right Questions?”
By: Michael McQueen
We all have our own story of dealing with friction. Hours spent on hold, inefficient systems and arbitrary rules all play a role in making many customer experiences unbearable. The only outcomes of systems such as these are higher costs, confusion and irritation. Continue reading “Business Advice: Is Your Last Impression As Good As Your First?”
By: Michael McQueen
A few years ago, I was running a strategy workshop with the leadership team of a global medical device firm. As we explored the disruptions that were impacting their business most, one came up that I hadn’t previously considered. Continue reading “Why Your Business Can’t Afford to Keep Secrets”
By: McCrindle
When you think of great leaders, who do you envision? Martin Luther King? Mother Theresa? Greta Thunberg? In life, leaders take many forms. From those who influence us daily to sporting coaches, mentors and political leaders. Continue reading “The History and Future of Leadership: How Times Have Changed”
By: Laura Bennett
Before there was Zoom fatigue, there was already severe meeting fatigue in many workplaces across Australia. In 2021, it was reported that over 55 million meetings occurred every week in the US, and with the ease of digital access to employees, we can only imagine that number is on the rise and mirrored around the globe. Continue reading “New Company Turns Meeting Fatigue Into Charitable Donations”