How to make $29K more with your feelings
Emotions aren’t something we generally deem as money-makers. Sure, they’re part of our day-to-day, but they’re usually a result of circumstances – not drivers of value. But what if your emotions were something that could earn you more money? It’s possible. Keep reading to find out how. You might’ve heard of emotional intelligence (EQ) before…
New year, new role
It’s the beginning of a new year – an invigorating time that is often accompanied by a higher level of drive, ambition and goal-setting. It’s the perfect time for job hunters to get out there and impress. In Australia, February through to April is considered one of the most opportune periods of the year for…
How to become a disruptor in the future of work
Disruptors are the people who change the status quo (and arguably, the course of our future). A unique blend of dreamers and doers, they think big, do differently, and break the mould. Think Steve Jobs, Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk. But what does it take to become one? In the future of work, it will…
Why are so many women choosing entrepreneurship?
As Beyoncé once asked (and answered), “Who run the world? Girls.” In fact, American Express found that women started over 1,800 new businesses a day, on average, during 2017 and 2018 in the U.S. alone. And at home in Australia, women account for 34 per cent of all entrepreneurs. So, why are so many women…
The top 3 industries to tap into in the 2020s
With the Fourth Industrial Revolution well and truly upon us, industries across the board are set to change – affecting job and growth opportunities. While this may strike fear in the hearts of many, it’s not all scary robots and grey skies. In fact, some industries are set to grow from the advent of new technology. So, what are the industries predicted…
Everything you need to know about the Fourth Industrial Revolution
With tech experts calling the coming years the ‘Fourth Industrial Revolution’, the world’s abuzz with anticipation. And so it should be. Given that the first industrial revolution saw the advent of steam engines, the second telephones, and the third computers, there’s no doubt that our lives are about to change. In fact, they already are. The phrase ‘Fourth Industrial Revolution’ came about in…
How businesses will benefit from the Millennial workforce
Millennials will make up over 50 per cent of the workforce by 2020 and 75 per cent by 2025. While some might worry about their impact on workplaces, their qualities could see businesses benefit in big ways. According to Workplace Trends, over 90 per cent of Millennials have their sights set on being workplace leaders…
Day in the life of an architect
What could be more stimulating than bringing to life a physical structure, straight out of your mind’s eye? That’s what draws architects to their craft – the ability to create something both imaginative and utilitarian, that real people can use and be inspired by. According to the Australian Institute of Architects, “A career in architecture…
Is your vote really in your hands?
In the days of old, it was that ‘personal touch’ that would make or break a political campaign. Politicians would spend their time posing for photos, making speeches on construction sites, and cuddling the babies of strangers. But with the abundance of personal data, ripe for exploitation, no longer do politicians need to rely on…
3 reasons you’ll need human-centric skills for the future
With the rapid pace of change that technology has brought upon us, millions of people are reskilling and upskilling to future-proof their careers. Sure, some are learning code to create the AI. And others are developing advances in automation. But the wisest are honing their human-centric skills. After all, these are the qualities that futurists…
