Be like Bezos: Why leaders should be data-informed, not data-driven
In this extract from her book, I'm Not A Numbers Person, Dr Selena Fisk covers why it's more important for leaders to be data-informed, rather than data-driven.
My biggest mistake: Aaron Smith, founder of KX Pilates
In the early days of KX Pilates, Aaron Smith let his enterprising spirit get the better of him — using an influx of franchisee cash to jump on some hot new trends.
Startup school: Raising capital, rapid expansion, and how to navigate business challenges
This five-part series — published each Wednesday for the next five weeks — aims to explain the lifecycle of a tech business, starting with raising capital.
The problem with D&I initiatives? They’re often not diverse or inclusive
Many organisations are still clinging to an out of date, top-down approach to diversity and inclusion. Here's what needs to change.
The best way to achieve great scale according to Quad Lock co-founder Rob Ward? Step aside
Quad Lock celebrates 10 years in business and, coinciding with this milestone, one co-founder has relinquished his role as chief executive to hand it over to a newcomer.
Explained: The changes to liquidity and share valuations under employee share schemes
Changes to corporation law disclosure requirements for employee share schemes (ESS) have come into effect.
From one store to $30 million in revenue: Fitstop on how to successfully franchise a business
Peter Hull turned a small group workout session into a 81-store franchise business, and here he shares lessons on building systems, managing conflict, and picking the best tech.
Why former Twitter exec Aliza Knox says we need to retire the term ‘work-life balance’
The phrase 'work-life balance' might sound admirable, but it perpetuates an unhealthy mindset.
Don’t Quit Your Day Job: The perspective required to thrive in your workplace
Former Twitter exec Aliza Knox shares her advice in her book, Don't Quit Your Day Job: The 6 mindshifts you need to rise and thrive at work.
My biggest mistake: Mike Smith, founder of Zero Co
Among all his success, Mike Smith of Zero Co realised his greatest opportunity was now his biggest problem: how do you solve one of the biggest environmental problems on Earth?
My biggest mistake: Pippa Hallas, CEO of Ella Baché
Pippa Hallas, who has headed up skincare franchise network Ella Baché since 2010, explains why not having faith in herself was her biggest blunder.
How FoodByUs grew its supplier network from 200 to 2200 in less than 12 months
FoodByUs co-founder Ben Lipschitz says implementing new tech is all well and good, but the real secret to success is knowing your customers.