Australasian Interim Executive Association Newsletters

1916

Jackielou Idia — Tue, 18 Feb 2020 03:53:03 GMT

Brisbane Networking - Sigrid de Kaste FAIEA will present ‘What Marketing is needed by Business Coaches & Management Consultants in 2020?'

Are you up to date with the latest changes in marketing? Do techniques change or only tools and platforms? Do service offers require a different approach to marketing your business? Sigrid de Kaste focuses on a complete, cohesive and consistent approach to marketing. This session is specifically designed for Professional Services Marketing. Book now…

AIEA links with IIM in the UK

AIEA has joined forces with UK based Institute of Interim Management to facilitate the international business activities of their members. There are no borders in the business world of today, with the Internet allowing commerce to flow at breakneck speed. Interim Executives and Managers have adapted to this new world and offer their expertise in all corners of the globe. Read more…

5G Will Change the Way You Work from Anywhere

Ultra-fast wireless isn't just for mobile phones and gaming. It will also transform the way we work. The bottom line is that when you're no longer chained to an Ethernet cable or the availability of a Wi-Fi hotspot, the opportunities for staying productive no matter where you work start to become real. Read more…

Networking for Introverts

The world can be a scary place when you find it difficult to connect with others or meet new people and communicating with clients makes your heart race (not in a good way). But when you avoid people, you miss so many opportunities to have fun and learn from others. Your unique perspective can even be inspiring to somebody else. Networking gives you a chance to meet people similar to you, which can enrich your life in so many ways. Read more…

Your Brand Represents a Promise to Your Customers. Do You Know What Yours Is?

Your brand communicates to your customers what you stand for. The best brands make it a promise to their customers. Read more…

Skilled freelancers, earning more per hour than 70% of workers in US, don’t want traditional jobs

There are now 57 million Americans in the freelance economy, and 51% say no amount of money would ever entice them to take a traditional job. The top reasons: flexibility and the ability to work and live wherever they choose. Read more…

20 incredibly useful things you didn’t know Google Maps could do

Google Maps is indispensable. It’s also remarkably powerful. But a lot of that power isn’t exactly easy to find, from info on how busy businesses are to the ability to use the app in a privacy-centric Incognito mode. No matter how well you know Maps, you’ll learn some new tips and tricks. Read more…

Humans & AI: Why Collaborating with Machines Could Make Work More Meaningful

AI technology stands to boost business productivity by an estimated 40%, according to Accenture. We’ll spend less time on work-related tasks that are, well, boring. Think of data-entry, follow-up emails, or anything involving a checklist and clipboard. Read more…

Is the job dead? What lies ahead for us in the future of work? Here are some thoughts…

Non-permanent “alternative” work is a global phenomenon and, in many ways, the new normal for businesses looking to increase agility and for workers looking for more flexibility. Read more…

One-liners from the Internet

You never truly understand something until you can explain it to your grandmother.
Experience is a wonderful thing. It enables you to recognise a mistake when you make it again.
You can't have everything, where would you put it?
Don't you wish they made a clap on clap off device for some people’s mouths?
If your parents never had children, chances are you won't either.
If people are talking behind your back, then just fart.
If I wanted to commit suicide, I would climb up to the height of your ego and jump down to your IQ level.
9 out of 10 voices in my head say that I’m crazy. The tenth is humming.
A bag of money can be a symbol not only of wealth, but also of tremendous inflation.
A balanced diet means a cupcake in each hand.

1915

Jackielou Idia — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 14:30:00 GMT

Brisbane Networking - John Hale FAIEA presents 'The Power of Interpersonal Influence'

Moving your business from being a simple product or service provider to becoming part of a powerful and profitable alliance network is something that does not happen overnight. John will share the keys to influence with a series of entertaining stories and powerful examples. Join us for coffee at the Optus Centre and discover how to build rapport quickly, master non-verbal communication cues, and maximise your results using the art of questions. Book now…

Climate change won’t result in a new normal but in constant, horrifying new disasters

The things that humans rely on for survival, including the crops we grow and the infrastructure in cities, are optimized for a different set of climate variables that stayed the same over time. “A stable climate really drives how we design the world around us,” Read more…

The stupidly simple idea that would fix USB’s biggest design flaw

We’ve all been there. You need to charge your phone and go to plug a USB cable into its charging block. But in what ends up being a comedy of errors, you fumble around trying to get the USB plug to fit into the port. You have a 50/50 chance of getting it right. With those odds, you might as well close your eyes and try it. Read more…

The Problem of an Aging Global Population, Shown by Country

The world is experiencing a seismic demographic shift—and no country is immune to the consequences. While increasing life expectancy and declining birth rates are considered major achievements in modern science and healthcare, they will have a significant impact on future generations. Read more…

The New Energy Era: The Lithium-Ion Supply Chain

The world is rapidly shifting to renewable energy technologies. Green energy is fuelled by the lithium-ion supply chain. Is the U.S. positioned to win the battery arms race, or will China continue to dominate? Today’s infographic explores the current energy landscape Read more…

The Sum of Its Parts: The Smartphone Multiplier Market

Every day, 3.3 billion people rely on smartphones to stay connected. The products and services enabling the "smartphone multiplier" market are now worth $459 billion. Read more…

How a farm in remote Queensland became a high-tech AI hub

On a large grain farm near Emerald in central Queensland, Juliet is toiling 24 hours straight without a break, spraying chemicals on weeds in a 200-hectare wheat field. She is a car-sized lightweight farm robot. Read more…

AR contact lenses that give your eyes superpowers

Using a display, the size of a grain of sand, to project images onto the retina, this start-up could help everyone from firefighters to people with poor vision. Read more…

Australia's National Hydrogen Strategy released

Hydrogen is an energy carrier. When burned with oxygen or consumed in a fuel cell, hydrogen produces only water and energy, with no carbon emissions. Hydrogen can be produced from water with electrolysis and, where renewable energy is used. Read more…

One-liners from the Internet

If you can’t live without me, why aren’t you dead yet?
Don't tell me the sky is the limit when there are footprints on the moon.
I don’t suffer from insanity; I enjoy every minute of it.
I get enough exercise pushing my luck.
Sometimes I wake up grumpy; other times I let her sleep.
God created the world, everything else is made in China.
Birthdays are good for you. Statistics show that people who have the most live the longest.
When life gives you melons, you might be dyslexic.
Children in the back-seat cause accidents, accidents in the back-seat cause children!
I’d like to help you out today. Which way did you come in?

1914

Jackielou Idia — Fri, 20 Dec 2019 02:54:34 GMT

Sydney Networking Lunch – Julie Dimmick FAIEA will present ‘How to Create a Problem-Solving Culture’

Do you know what the top 10 problems faced by businesses are? If you did, do you know how to solve (any of) them? How does globalization impact you? Innovation and Continuous Improvement? Is your problem to be solved on how to become more innovative while still maintaining a sense of control over the organization. Book now…

I used to support ever-present cameras. After one shocking night, I’m not so sure
Cameras and microphones are some of our biggest tools in creating tech—including robots, which I design—that is as helpful as possible. But there are some uncomfortable side effects when they’re always on. Read more…

10 minutes reflecting on who helped you succeed can transform your idea of the meritocracy

The question of what we attribute our success to not only affects our own ability to sleep at night, but has significant implications for our teams, organizations, communities, and society as a whole. Read more…

Why Biometric Security is the Future
This Infographic covers the disparate aspects on biometrics in tomorrow's world. View now...

The Future of 5G: Comparing 3 Generations of Wireless Technology

See how 5G compares to older iterations of wireless technology, and why it's poised to change the way the modern world uses data. Read more…

Will the office be obsolete by 2030? Knowledge workers think so.
Remote work isn't niche anymore—it's everywhere. Anyone who frequents a coffee shop knows that. About three-quarters of knowledge workers would be willing to quit a job that didn’t allow remote working for one that did. Companies looking to attract and retain talent should think about their remote work policies. 95 percent of U.S. knowledge workers want to work remotely, and 74 percent would be willing to quit a job to do so. Read more…

18 Passive Income Ideas to Build Wealth Around the Clock

They say that the average millionaire has seven different streams of income. But, most millionaires don’t have seven different jobs — in many cases, they’ve leveraged the power of passive income to accelerate their wealth building. And even though it sounds great to kick your feet up on a beach somewhere and watch the money roll in, the reality is that building a steady flow of passive income will usually require a fair bit of effort. If it was easy, everyone would be doing it, right? Read more…

Messed up in a job interview? Here’s how to recover
Job interview mistakes are inevitable. How you respond can make all the difference. Your stomach drops to the floor. Your palms get sweaty. You begin to ramble incoherently, or worse, can’t come up with anything to say at all. Almost all of us know the feeling of making a big mistake during an interview. Read more…

7 Google Docs add-ons that will change the way you work

If you’re using Google Docs, odds are that you’re a fan of simplicity. After all, Microsoft Word and its overflowing ribbon of options is out there for the taking—but you’ve opted to go with Google’s lightweight alternative instead. The truth, though, is that you don’t have to pick between one extreme and the other. Read more…

One-liners from the Internet

A successful man is one who makes more money than his wife can spend. A successful woman is one who can find such a man.
I asked God for a bike, but I know God doesn’t work that way, so I stole a bike and asked for forgiveness.
Do not argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level and beat you with experience.
If you think nobody cares if you’re alive, try missing a couple of bank payments.
Money can’t buy happiness, but it sure makes misery easier to live with.
If you do a job too well, you’ll get stuck with it.
Quantity is what you count, quality is what you count on.
The road to success is always under construction.
When you're right, no one remembers. When you're wrong, no one forgets.
If you can't see the bright side of life, polish the dull side.

1913

Jackielou Idia — Sat, 09 Nov 2019 08:40:23 GMT

Good News for Melbourne

AIEA is launching a Melbourne Chapter under the leadership of experienced interim manager, Keith Drew, Stay tuned as Keith is establishing operations and is keen to start running Melbourne events before Christmas. For more on Keith, click on Read more...

How digital identity technology will reshape the face of recruitment

Candidate interviews are considered by many to be a necessary evil but using interviews to verify your candidate’s claims can give misleading results. Luckily, an emerging tech solution will soon make the challenge of identity and claims verification a thing of the past. Read more…

Decision Making Under Pressure

'Why can't someone just make a decision'. Decision making for some people, especially when under pressure, is an extremely difficult thing to do. It's not the fact individuals can't make a decision, but it's a skill that's learnt over time and like any other skill, it takes time to master. Making a decision and complex problem solving are interlinked, but the ability to execute a decision is different from solving a problem. Read more…

5 essential questions to ask before you accept any job offer

You polished your résumé, dazzled them in interviews, and landed the job you’ve been chasing. You’ve finally received that coveted offer letter. But don’t get too excited yet. It’s exciting to get a job offer, but there’s good reason to hesitate before accepting. Ask these questions first. Read more…

What will 5G mean for you? A reality check on the hype

We’ve been hearing things like that about 5G for years. The next generation of wireless, so the sales pitch goes, will make the previously impossible possible. Think self-driving cars. Or robot surgery. Or perhaps even robot surgery in the back of self-driving cars. Read more…

Platelets: The missing link between your blood and brain?

Neuro-immune interactions play an important role in maintaining brain health and plasticity throughout life. Platelets, the smallest cells in our blood, have been gaining recognition for their extensive functional contributions beyond wound healing. Disclaimer: Dr Tara Walker is my daughter Read more…

There’s another big reason why you should ditch Chrome for Firefox

In the last four months, Firefox has blocked 450 billion trackers by default—and has launched a new feature explaining what exactly those trackers do and what that means for you. Read more…

How to answer 5 common trick questions designed to trip you up in an interview

Here’s what employers and recruiters are hoping to glean from these simple questions—and how you can prepare to answer them with confidence. Read more…

Animation | The Rise and Fall of Social Media Platforms

This 2-minute animation provides an entertaining look at the popularity of social media platforms over time, from MySpace to TikTok to LinkedIn View now…

One-liners from the Internet

Doesn’t expecting the unexpected make the unexpected expected?
I'm not clumsy, the floor just hates me, the table and chairs are bullies and the walls get in my way.
Life is short, smile while you still have teeth.
The only reason I'm fat is because a tiny body couldn't store all this personality.
I'm jealous of my parents, I'll never have a kid as cool as them.
I'm not lazy, I'm just very relaxed.
Always remember you're unique, just like everyone else.
You're born free, then you're taxed to death.
The best part of going to work is coming back home at the end of the day.
A cookie a day keeps the sadness away. An entire jar of cookies a day brings it back.

1912

Jackielou Idia — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 22:00:00 GMT

AIEA is now open for business in Logan and the Gold Coast

The AIEA expansion rolls on! I am exceedingly pleased to announce that Julie Dimmick has accepted the appointment as AIEA Regional Director for the Gold Coast and Logan. Julie will be commencing regular events in her region and is looking forward to meeting the AIEA people, members and friends, at her events. Members can connect with Julie through their Member Smartphone App.

The Price of Freedom for Freelancers

To all the freelancers: would you give up self-employment for a full-time corporate job that offers greater security? A change that trades the autonomy and lifestyle of freelance work for the regular pay, benefits and interaction of an office job. I would struggle with it. I cannot imagine commuting to and from work, taking Read more…

My Vision for AIEA

The only thing I love just about as much as I love telling the AIEA story is helping other people learn to tell theirs. That’s why I developed AIEA. And that’s why I’m writing this blog. If ‘be my own boss’ is on your bucket list – or if, like me, it’s the only thing you’ve ever really wanted to do–you’ve come to the right place. Read more…

Let Them Eat Larvae

Farmers are feeding their livestock the larvae of black soldier flies—an abundant, sustainable snack that’s quietly greening the industry, one maggot at a time. Read more…

The Most Miserable Countries in the World

Venezuela holds the title of the most “miserable” country in the world for the fourth consecutive year in a row. According to the United Nations, four million Venezuelans have left the country since its economic crisis began in 2014. Thailand takes the prize as the least “miserable” country in the world on the index. The country’s unemployment rate has been remarkably low for years, ranging between 0.4% and 1.2% since 2011. Read more…

35% of the U.S. workforce is now freelancing — 10 million more than 5 years ago

For some, it was out of necessity, but for many others, it’s a new career choice that government and businesses need to find better ways to support. The freelancer’s reputation is one of constant hustling, underpayment, and a short life span. It’s just a glorified waiting room for when you’re in between full-time, salaried jobs, right? Read more…

Entrepreneurs Who Sleep More Are Better at Spotting Good Ideas
It is time to put the myth of the sleepless founder to bed. Too many entrepreneurs think skipping on sleep is the heroic path to success, and a badge of honor. But in a recent series of studies, we found several specific deficits among exhausted entrepreneurs that demonstrate that even the most dedicated founders could best serve their fledgling venture by resting up. Read more…

A drought-proof farm: This algae farm is leading the charge in Australia’s plant-based protein revolution

It’s entirely automated and modular, and easily scalable. Also, and perhaps most importantly, this algae thrives in what Barnett calls “the Goldilocks zone” — the 200km of coastline that houses Brisbane. It has temperate summers and warm winters, and an average of seven hours of sunshine every day. It also has affordable land on the banks of rivers, where algae can grow happily in tidal river water. Read more…

How Oslo manages carbon emissions like it manages money
The city is planning to be a zero-emitting city by 2030 and is using a “carbon budget” to lower the amount it can use every year until then. It’s encouraging other cities to do the same. Read more…

Horrifying Report: The ocean is in more danger than we thought

Each year, as humans emit billions of metric tons of CO2 into the atmosphere, nearly a third of the emissions ends up in the ocean, changing the chemical balance of the water. And as the climate changes, the ocean is also absorbing almost all of the Earth’s extra heat Read more…

How Self-Driving Cars “See” the World

Modern cars bear little resemblance to their early ancestors, but the basic action of steering a vehicle has always remained the same. Whether you’re behind the wheel of a Tesla or a vintage Model T, turning the wheel dictates the direction of movement. How does this next generation of self-driving cars “see” the road? This TED video explains one of the mind-bending innovations making autonomous vehicles a reality. View now…

One Liners From The Internet

If I'm not back in five minutes, just wait longer...
A bank is a place that will lend you money, if you can prove that you don’t need it.
A balanced diet means a cupcake in each hand.
Doing nothing is hard, you never know when you're done.
If you’re not supposed to eat at night, why is there a light bulb in the refrigerator?
Don’t drink while driving – you might spill the beer.
I think the worst time to have a heart attack is during a game of charades.
I refuse to answer that question on the grounds that I don't know the answer.
Alcohol doesn't solve any problem, but neither does milk.
My wallet is like an onion. When I open it, it makes me cry

1911

Jackielou Idia — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 07:00:00 GMT

Sydney Networking Lunch - Mark Toohey will present 'Should Directors be Liable if they are not Technically Literate?

How Blockchain and other emerging technologies are about to transform business systems and the implications for executive management. Mark Toohey is Australia’s leading legal expert on Blockchain technology and its implementation in commercial environments. He is the co-founder of TBSx3, a brand protection company. Book now…

The Price of Freedom for Freelancers

My Vision for AIEA

Let Them Eat Larvae

Farmers are feeding their livestock the larvae of black soldier flies—an abundant, sustainable snack that’s quietly greening the industry, one maggot at a time. Read more…

The Most Miserable Countries in the World

35% of the U.S. workforce is now freelancing — 10 million more than 5 years ago

Entrepreneurs Who Sleep More Are Better at Spotting Good Ideas

It is time to put the myth of the sleepless founder to bed. Too many entrepreneurs think skipping on sleep is the heroic path to success, and a badge of honor. But in a recent series of studies, we found several specific deficits among exhausted entrepreneurs that demonstrate that even the most dedicated founders could best serve their fledgling venture by resting up. Read more…

A drought-proof farm: This algae farm is leading the charge in Australia’s plant-based protein revolution

How Oslo manages carbon emissions like it manages money

The city is planning to be a zero-emitting city by 2030 and is using a “carbon budget” to lower the amount it can use every year until then. It’s encouraging other cities to do the same. Read more…

Horrifying Report: The ocean is in more danger than we thought

How Self-Driving Cars “See” the World

One Liners From The Internet

If I'm not back in five minutes, just wait longer...
A bank is a place that will lend you money, if you can prove that you don’t need it.
A balanced diet means a cupcake in each hand.
Doing nothing is hard, you never know when you're done.
If you’re not supposed to eat at night, why is there a light bulb in the refrigerator?
Don’t drink while driving – you might spill the beer.
I think the worst time to have a heart attack is during a game of charades.
I refuse to answer that question on the grounds that I don't know the answer.
Alcohol doesn't solve any problem, but neither does milk.
My wallet is like an onion. When I open it, it makes me cry

1910

Jackielou Idia — Wed, 25 Sep 2019 13:59:24 GMT

Brisbane, Networking - Kevan Sangster BAIEA and Fiona Cochran on 'Interim Management Market Update, and how to position yourself for opportunities in this market'

We will be providing an update to the Interim management market in Queensland from a recruiter’s perspective. Fiona and Kevan will focus on trends, current developments and areas of growth in the interim management market. They will also highlight how you can best position yourself on social media and proactively attract the opportunities you want to work on. Book Online…

Most entrepreneurs aren’t OK: Australia’s small business mental health crisis

Mental illness is a daily tragedy in Australia, and for our 2.2 million small businesses, the issue has reached a crisis point that demands urgent action. The prevalence of mental health issues among small business owners in Australia is more than double the national average. Read more…

The $86 Trillion World Economy in One Chart

This visualization charts the most recent composition of the global economic landscape. The data in the diagram and table below come from the World Bank’s latest update, published in July 2019.View online…

What's A Mental Model? Your Shortcut to Being More Productive, More Often

Everyone has their own way of looking at the world. The way you view your world and everything in it (yourself, your job, your relationships, your goals…literally everything) is unique—you’re experiencing it through a lens typically constructed from a mix of your beliefs, experiences, biases, and opinions. But that lens? It’s not always the clearest way to look at things. Read More…

Climate Smart Mining: Minerals for Climate Action

Renewable technologies are going to create a huge demand for minerals. The World Bank is working to mitigate mining's impact. Read more…

The Global Fibre Optic Network Explained

As we scroll through Instagram or cue up another episode on Netflix, most of us give little thought to the hidden network of fibre optic cables that instantaneously shuttle information around the globe. This TED-Ed video explains how fibre optic cables work and introduces the next generation of cables that could drastically increase the speed of data transmission. View now…

One-liners from the Internet

Sorry for the mean, awful, accurate things I said.
I’m sorry, if you were right, I’d agree with you.
I used to think I was indecisive, but now I'm not too sure.
Doing nothing is hard, you never know when you're done.
If two wrongs don't make a right, try three.
I am not lazy; I am on energy saving mode.
I am on a seafood diet. I see food, and I eat it.
Alcohol! Because no great story started with someone eating a salad.
I don't need a hair stylist; my pillow gives me a new hairstyle every morning.
Don't worry if plan A fails, there are 25 more letters in the alphabet.

1909

Jackielou Idia — Sat, 07 Sep 2019 13:20:44 GMT

Join us on Wednesday 18^th September at the Sydney Networking Lunch when Chris Pearsall FAIEA will host a Roundtable on AIEA in the Sydney marketplace.

The September networking lunch is intended to be a forum for members and guests to provide suggestions and feedback which will assist the AIEA to consider how to best serve the interests of members in the future. All suggestions and thoughts will be gratefully accepted and will help set our program for the next 12 months. With many people choosing a different way of working in the next phase of their careers, the AIEA is looking to assist members ensure sustainability and longevity. Read more…

Join us on Tuesday 1^st October at the Brisbane Networking Event when Kevan Sangster BAIEA and Fiona Cochran will present 'Interim Management Market Update, and how to position yourself for opportunities in this market'

Why women mentoring women is a winning business strategy

Women mentoring women is an invaluable step towards gender diversity and equality in the workplace, and it’s a boost for business too. Here’s how it builds a sustainable female pipeline for leadership positions, and what that can do for your bottom line. Read more…

ATO steps up enforcement as small business fails to pay $11 billion in tax

The Australian Taxation Office said $7 billion (64%) of the unpaid tax was tied to black economy activity. Deputy commissioner Deborah Jenkins said bans on sales suppression software and a recently launched dob-in-a-business tip-off hotline are part of crackdown efforts. Read more…

The 25 Best Warren Buffett Quotes in one Infographic

Warren Buffett is famous for his wit and will likely go down in history as one of the most quotable and influential investors of all time. The "Oracle of Omaha" turned 89 years old last weekend. We celebrate his wisdom by bringing you his best one-liners, complete with illustrations and stories that help distil them down. Read More…

A Short Guide to Pricing Your Services as a Consultant or Coach

Many executives dream about starting an executive coaching or consulting practice, or launching one after they retire. But a touchy subject soon emerges: what should you charge? Too much, and you won’t have any clients. Too little, and you’ll work yourself to the bone — and become resentful in the process. How can you strike a balance Read more…

Which Countries Have the Most Wealth Per Capita?

When it comes to wealth per capita, it’s clear that Australia and Switzerland lead the pack. In fact, the data shows that both nations top the lists for both mean and median wealth. However, both nations also have the highest absolute household debt-to-GDP ratios in the world: in 2018, Switzerland’s levels reached nearly 129%, while Australia followed behind at 120%. Read more…

The Future of 5G

See how 5G compares to older iterations of wireless technology. Also, we look at why 5G is poised to change the way the modern world uses data. By 2024, an estimated 1.5 billion mobile users will be using 5G wireless networks. Read more…

BIG DATA METRICS FOR SMARTER BUSINESS DECISIONS

90% of data was created in the past two years; by 2020, there will be 40 trillion gigabytes of data. How can businesses effectively utilise big data: namely, to sieve efficiently through the troves of information to analyse relevant data, develop optimised metrics, and use them to guide decisions towards success? View on YouTube…

The no-growth future: has Australia’s economy finally run out of luck?

The expectation, based on the past, that we should get richer and richer may have reached its use-by date. Wages are stagnant. Wealth is falling. House prices are down. Consumers aren’t spending. Businesses aren’t investing. Interest rates are at record lows and Read more…

One-liners from the Internet

A cheap shot is a terrible thing to waste.
A hard thing about a business is minding your own.
Most women don’t know where to look when they’re eating a banana.
Does time fly when you’re having sex or was it really just one minute?
We are all time travelers moving at the speed of exactly 60 minutes per hour
The big difference between sex for money and sex for free is that sex for money usually costs a lot less.
Life is short, smile while you still have teeth.
A balanced diet means a cupcake in each hand.
Maybe you should eat some makeup so you can be pretty on the inside too.
I'm not shy, I'm holding back my awesomeness so I don't intimidate you.

1908

Jackielou Idia — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 02:39:06 GMT

Join us on Tuesday 6^th August at the Brisbane Networking Event when John Hale FAIEA will present ‘Creating an Executive Mindset’

Want to future-proof your business? Need help creating a strategic mindset? John has twenty years of strategy consulting experience. He will break down the anatomy of a strategic mindset and show you how to build perspectives of the future. He will leave you with the ability to navigate effectively in the era of disruption and align your intended, perceived and unfair advantages. Read note…

How to Successfully Create Your Consulting Practice

This is one of the foremost questions asked when I meet with new AIEA members. One of the AIEA Fellows, Bryan Worn, will conduct a half-day workshop on 'The 7 Steps to Successfully Create Your Consulting Practice'. Building a sustainable successful practice can be simple but it is not easy – until you know how. During this thought-provoking, interactive session, Bryan will show you how to start, maintain and grow a successful practice. Book now…

Join us at the Sydney Networking Lunch when Ivan Oshry will present 'Negotiating and Structuring Solid Shareholder Agreements'

In his presentation, Ivan will discuss the major issues affecting shareholders and how these can be incorporated into a strong Shareholders Agreement to reduce the potential for conflict down the track. Read more…

The Countries with the Highest Housing Bubble Risks

With a decade-long bull market and an ultra-low interest rate environment globally, it’s not surprising to see capital flock to housing assets. In recent years, experts have been closely watching several indicators that point to rising bubble risks in some housing markets. They are warning that countries like Canada and New Zealand may be overdue for a correction in housing prices. Read more…

EXPERIENCE is not something you can GOOGLE

Why Hire a Veteran?

Some of the AIEA members have a military background, and we think this provides a great foundation for their careers as interim mangers. Over the course of their military service, no expense has been spared to give them the excellent training and education that they now possess. What are the qualities of the ‘Military Veteran’? Read more…

Is your job safe - collaboration, automation, annihilation?

The world of work will be radically different in the future. From hyper-surveillance of staff to digital nomadism to robots taking jobs—how, where and why we work is changing beyond all recognition. View now…

The Impressive Statistics Behind Amazon’s Dominance of the Cloud

To the average person, cloud computing must seem quite magical. All at once, the cloud provides instant access to all of your data, photos, music, and applications, without you having to store any of that data locally. In fact, users can access the cloud from practically anywhere in the world, and across multiple devices and platforms. Yet, this all happens without you seeing any visible infrastructure. With data now being created at record speeds, where the heck is all this information being physically stored? Read more…

EXPERIENCE is not something you can GOOGLE

Why Anti-Money Laundering Should Be a Top Priority for Financial Institutions

To keep pace with the tactics of money laundering criminals, banks must innovate by delivering robust anti-money laundering policies and practices. Read more…

One-liners from the Internet

If good things come in small packages, then more good things can come in large packages.
You may have a heart of gold, but so does a hard-boiled egg.
My wife ran off with my best friend last week. I miss him.
A woman has got to love a bad man once or twice in her life, to be thankful for a good one.
A cat, by any other name, is still a sneaky little furball that barfs on the furniture.
Laugh and the world laughs with you. Snore and you sleep alone.
Being in a nudist colony probably takes all the fun out of Halloween.
Married men live longer than single men, but they’re a lot more willing to die.
If life hands you lemons, break out the tequila!
Beauty is only skin deep…but ugly goes all the way to the bone!

1907

Jackielou Idia — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 02:23:35 GMT

AIEA comes to the Sunshine Coast next week

Peter Diezmann FAIEA will bring the first of the monthly networking meeting to the Kawana Surf Club on July 23^rd. He will be joined by Mal Walker, the AIEA Founder and Chairman, and they will discuss how AIEA works. If you reside in the paradise called the Sunshine Coast and want to know how AIEA can help you in your post-employee reality, come along. You are sure to meet some interesting people. Read more...

Join us on Tuesday 6^th August at the Brisbane Networking when John Hale FAIEA will present ‘Creating an Executive Mindset’

Top 10 Most Useful Websites You Need to Know

With more than a billion websites to choose from, only a small fraction of them are truly useful. Over the years, TechGumbo has analysed hundreds of sites, some of which were more helpful than others. To determine the best of all those websites we’ve narrowed down the list and will now show you 10 websites we think are the most useful in 2019. View now…

Wind and solar cut rather than boost Australia’s wholesale electricity prices

Wholesale prices in the National Electricity Market have climbed significantly in recent years. The increase has coincided with a rapid increase in the proportion of electricity supplied by wind and solar generators. But that needn’t mean the increase in wind and solar generation caused the increase in prices. It might have been caused by other things. Read more…

What Does a Typical Interim Manager Look Like?

What a question! As the Chairman of AIEA, I know hundreds of Interim Executives but the question threw me. How would you answer if you were asked “Who was a typical student in your graduating class?” or “What is your typical family member like?” It made me start thinking about the individual members of the group in question (AIEA) and realise how diverse a group it is. Read more…

Why Big Data Keeps Getting Bigger

The sun never sets on the creation of new data. Yes, the rate of generation may slow down at night as people send fewer emails and watch fewer videos. But for every person hitting the hay, there is another person on the opposite side of the world that is turning their smartphone on for the day. As a result, the scale of data being generated—even when we look at it through a limited lens of one minute at a time—is quite mind-boggling to behold. Read more…

Visualizing the Wealth of Nations – you may be surprised where Australia stands

Just as there exists a longstanding inequality in the distribution of household wealth, so exists a considerable differential in the amount of wealth held by countries on the international stage. Simply put, some nations are “haves”, while many others are “have-nots”. Read more…

One-liners from the Internet

The last time someone listened to a Bush, a bunch of people wandered in the desert for 40 years!
Possums – nature’s speed bumps.
It’s bad luck to be superstitious.
There are two kinds of people who don’t say much: those who are quiet and those who talk a lot.
The reason grandchildren and grandparents get along so well is because they have a common “enemy”.
Friends are like condoms: They protect you when things get hard.
With a calendar, your days are numbered.
If it’s true that we are here to help others, then what exactly are the others here for?
The sex was so good that even the neighbors had a cigarette.
It’s not the bullet that kills you, it’s the hole.

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Jackielou Idia — Sun, 09 Jun 2019 00:08:50 GMT

Join us on Tuesday 16^th July at the Sydney Networking Luncheon when Felicity Davidson will present 'The Art and Practice of Project Management'

Felicity Davidson is a Portfolio Project Manager at the Origin Energy Sydney Head office where, in addition to managing a portfolio of program management tasks, she is also involved in business strategy, change management and business process improvement projects. Read more...

AIEA comes to the Sunshine Coast

The unheard story of David and Goliath. Learn why Goliath lost

It's a classic underdog tale: David, a young shepherd armed only with a sling, beats Goliath, the mighty warrior. The story has transcended its biblical origins to become a common shorthand for unlikely victory. But, asks Malcolm Gladwell, is that really what the David and Goliath story is about? Watch now...

What is a Solstice? The answer might surprise you.

What is the definition of a solstice, and when do they happen? Is the winter solstice always the first day of winter? Find out what causes these bi-annual astronomical events, as well as how they bring about the shortest and longest days of the year. Read more...

Hydrogen isn't the fuel of the future. It's already here

To many, hydrogen remains elusive; it is thought of as an energy source of the future. However, proven large-scale and low-emission hydrogen production is already here. Read more...

It’s time to delete most of your apps

It’s hard to believe that just 11 years ago, the App Store icon showed up on the iPhone. It debuted with just 500 apps total, but that number has grown to over 2.2 million. Unless you’re meticulous about your phone maintenance practices, there’s a good chance you’re toting around more apps than you need—and it could be harming your overall smartphone experience. Read more...

ATO to launch dob-in-a-business hotline in effort to crack down on $10 billion tax hole

The tax office is launching a whistle-blower hotline, encouraging people to dob in business owners suspected of black economy activity as part of a broader effort to address Australia’s enormous small-business tax gap. Read more...

Investing Megatrend: How Rapid Urbanisation is Shaping the Future

The world is constantly changing, and many of these shifts have the potential to alter the investment landscape. While some of these changes can be temporary and fleeting, others can be powerful, transformative forces that shape how society is organised at t fundamental level. Read more...

What Does Google Know About You?

Through its various apps and services, Google can craft a robust profile on you and your activity on the internet. Google, like Facebook, uses this personal information to target customized advertisements to you, however you decide to use the internet. This can be via search, mobile phone, Gmail, YouTube, or other apps that run ads connected to the Google network. Read more...

Why putting in the time and attention to build your networks can pay off

You’ve probably heard the saying ‘it’s not what you know, it’s who you know’, but for many people – whether they’re new to the workforce, or seasoned professionals – often wonder how exactly they can make the right connections. Read more...

One-liners from the Internet

Two antennas met on a roof, fell in love and got married. The ceremony wasn’t much, but the reception was excellent.
Who invented the brush they put next to the toilet? That thing hurts!
If a dog sniffs your ass, you’re probably a bitch.

Never agree to plastic surgery if the doctor’s office is full of portraits by Picasso.
Accept it. Your parents HAVE had sex before.
668 – The neighbour of the beast.
I love oral sex…it’s the phone bill I hate.
Sex at age 90 is like trying to shoot pool with a rope.
Children in the back seats of cars cause accidents, but accidents in the back seats of cars cause children.
I’ve learned that the people you care most about in life are taken from you too soon and all the less important ones just never go away.

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Jackielou Idia — Tue, 30 Apr 2019 23:36:04 GMT

Join us on Wednesday 19^th June at the Sydney Networking Luncheon when Barry Anderson will present “The Role and the Value of an Interim Executive”.

The Sydney presence of AIEA has launched under the management of Chris Pearsall. The first lunch-time monthly event in NSW will be held at the UUSC (Union, University & Schools Club of Sydney) on the 19th of June 2019. Read More

14 lessons from 14 years of growth with Domino's CEO Don Meij

In the last 14 years Domino's Pizza Enterprises has expanded from 400 stores in Australia and New Zealand to 2,450 stores across nine different countries. At the helm of the Brisbane based company is Don Meij, the group's CEO and managing director. Meij joined Silvio's Dial-a-Pizza as a delivery driver in 1987. Now, he leads a global pizza empire. Read More

Reviving Australia’s Auto Industry – ACE-EV

It was a very sad day for Australia’s automotive industry back in 2017 when the last ever vehicle – produced by GM’s Holden brand – closed its doors. More than two million Thai-made vehicles imported into the country became the final nail in the coffin for Australian car manufacturing. Introducing the Australian Clean Energy Electric Vehicle (ACE-EV). Read More

Are businesses taking the threat of cybercrime seriously?

The news that Australian National University suffered from a massive hack, seeing 19 years of data stolen made headlines earlier this week. One of Australia's largest banks was also hit this week, with the details of almost 100,000 Westpac Bank customers being exposed in a cyberattack. Read More

All the World’s Carbon Emissions in One Chart

Two degrees Celsius may not seem like much, but on our planet, it could be the difference between thriving life and a disastrous climate. This chart uses the most recent data from Global Carbon Atlas to demonstrate where most of the world’s CO₂ emissions come from, sorted by country. Where does Australia sit? Read More

Ranked: The Richest Countries in the World

This chart examines the top 10 richest countries and the growth of private wealth from 2008 to 2018. Australia now tops the list in terms of highest wealth per adult, and it is second in the world only to Switzerland in the context of major nations. Read More

Steady Need for Interim Talent Keeps Firms Busy, and Expanding

Use of temporary help climbs 2.7 percent in the first quarter. Moving forward, growing numbers of companies plan to employ contractors, freelancers and temporary workers. Across the board, in every industry, today’s market is fuelled by growing demand for top talent against a landscape of short supply. Read More

How to Recruit an Interim Manager

Interim executives and managers can be lifesaving for organisations. Executives are a crucial component of any organisation, and so filling an open role quickly is a priority. Employing an executive on a short-term basis while a more thorough search is carried out can be useful for businesses in a pinch. However, the usefulness drops if the search for an interim executive drags on or becomes expensive. Read More

The H₂ City: How Hydrogen can help to achieve Zero Emissions

Cities are drivers of growth and prosperity, but also the main contributors of pollution. Can hydrogen fuel the growth of cities with clean power? This infographic outlines hydrogen technology as a sustainable fuel for keeping urban economic engines running effectively for the future. Read More

40 Stock Market Terms That Every Beginner Should Know

This infographic covers the most important stock market terms that every new investor should know and understand. It’s enough to get any beginner on the same playing field, so they can start toying with the more nuanced or complex concepts in the investing universe. Read More

One-liners from the Internet

Learn the rules like a pro, so you can break them like an artist.
It was love at first sight. Then I took a second look.
Everybody is somebody else’s weirdo.
I think, therefore I’m single.
It ain’t the jeans that make your butt look fat.
Should crematoriums give discounts for burn victims?
When you stop believing in Santa Claus is when you start getting clothes for Christmas!
I bet you I could stop gambling.
The only difference between the people I’ve dated and Charles Manson is that Manson has the decency to look like a nut case when you first meet him.
Sex on tv can’t hurt unless you fall off.

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Mal Walker — Fri, 19 Apr 2019 06:02:53 GMT

Join us on Friday 17^th May at the Brisbane Networking Breakfast when Keith Bailey FAIEA presents 'Advisory Boards - Who Needs Them?'

Whether a business is a start-up, well-established, underperforming or in distress, the CEO, business owner and even a formal Board of Directors need access to expertise and independent thinking to thrive or even survive. One way to develop and implement a plan or alternatives is to set up a Board of Advisors appropriate to the challenge. Keith Bailey is an active Board Advisor and a Strategy and Change Specialist and works with Boards of Directors and with specialist Board of Advisors..... Read more

Which Countries Are Set to Attract the Highest Skilled Workers from Abroad?

Whether we’re talking about a giant like Google or a start-up that needs a visionary to shape products of the future, innovative companies require access to high-skilled workers to stay ahead of their competition. This infographic breaks down the top 25 countries in attracting high-skilled workers..... Read more

Bloody Clever Discovery

My daughter Tara is a medical research scientist and recently returned from Dresden to re-join the Queensland Brain Institute at UQ. She’s much smarter than me. Here is an article on her current research, together with the way the press reported it. .... Read more .... Read more

How can my Mobile Number be Transferred and Stolen Without my Consent?

Mobile number fraud occurs when someone steals your personal information to transfer your mobile number to them without your consent. Your stolen mobile number can then be used to receive SMS codes, allowing the scammer to gain access to services such as your bank, email and social media accounts and other services..... Read more

Proof That the Most Successful Entrepreneurs Are Older Ones

Here’s refreshing news for boomers and Gen Xers, especially women considering starting businesses after 50. When it comes to launching a successful business, youth is not the magic elixir. .... Read more

Today the Sunshine Coast; tomorrow the World

We sent out the call for people to step up to run AIEA in other locations. Peter Diezmann, a long-term Fellow of AIEA, is the first and will establish AIEA on the Sunshine Coast, with others to follow shortly. .... Read more

What Happens in an Internet Minute in 2019?

During an average workday, a single minute might seem negligible. If you’re lucky, a minute might buy you enough time to write a quick email, grab a coffee from the break room, or make small talk with a co-worker. This infographic aggregates the online activity of billions of people globally, to see what an internet minute looks like. .... Read more

Ten One-Liners from the Internet:

1.     The trouble with doing something right the first time is that nobody appreciates how difficult it was.
2.     The human brain is a wonderful thing. It starts working the moment you are born, and never stops until you stand up to speak in public.
3.     Do not walk behind me, for I may not lead. Do not walk ahead of me, for I may not follow. Do not walk beside me either. Just pretty much leave me the hell alone.
4.     Strangers have the best candy.
5.     Rap is to music as Etch-A-Sketch is to art.
6.     Men are like mascara, they usually run at the first sign of emotion.
7.     Trust but verify.
8.     The difference between divorce and legal separation is that a legal separation gives a husband time to hide his money.
9.     WARNING: The consumption of alcohol may cause you to think you can sing.
10. The last time I was inside a woman was when I went to the Statue of Liberty.

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Mal Walker — Mon, 25 Mar 2019 21:55:28 GMT

Join us in Brisbane on Tuesday 2^nd April at the Brisbane Networking event when Mark Harper FAIEA will present 'Founding a Neobank in 90 days via Bootstrapping'

What is a neobank and how are they different to a traditional bank? What levers for differentiation can a neobank use to change the way that consumers and businesses see the business of banking? How is technology supporting the increasing appearance of new neobanks? These key questions will be explored and discussed in the context of the journey of Vspry, which is an emerging Brisbane-based neobank with a twist.

Why middle-aged entrepreneurs are better than young ones

Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, and Mark Zuckerberg are three of the biggest role models for entrepreneurs. They are all famous for starting their companies in their early 20s and in many ways set the benchmark for what a successful entrepreneur looks like. And yet, there is reason to believe that we’d be better off investing in older entrepreneurs.

How to be Better than 90% of Freelancers

You may have brushed elbows with other freelancers offering the same services you offer. Maybe it was exciting and collaborative or maybe it was more than a little awkward. For freelancers, there are two things that will help you stand above the crowd. And these things are your secret to building up a strong referral network in record time.

Benefits of Having a Multigenerational Family Business

Of the 28.8 million small businesses in the U.S. 19 percent are family-owned. As that type of business grows and evolves, it begins to benefit from the many generations running the day-to-day operations. Here are five ways a family business can benefit by including veteran and rookie family members alike:

The Case for the 6-Hour Workday

Start-up founders are seldom known for having heaps of free time, often working 12-hour days and seven-day weeks in their quest for growth and success, but one is turning that rhetoric on its head, suggesting founders slash their working hours in half in order to achieve better business results.

Is AIEA your Side Hustle?

In case you missed this last month - AIEA has been established in Brisbane for a while now and has found a prominent place in the commercial marketplace. An increasing number of senior executives are adopting Interim Management as a preferred business lifestyle, and organisations are finding ready use of them. Perhaps you have checked out AIEA and wished it was operating in your location. Well, it can be.

The 7 Major Flaws of the Global Financial System

This infographic highlights the seven major flaws of the global financial system, ranging from the lack of basic access to financial services to growing inequality.

Hiring an Outside Expert for Your Family Business

One of the of the trickiest thing for a family business to do is to ask for help from an outsider, whether it’s bringing on an expert as a full-time employee, a consultant or a board member. But to take a family business to the next level, tackle thorny challenges and receive no-holds-barred feedback, sometimes you need to do just that.

Ten One-Liners from the Internet:

1. You can easily judge the character of a man by how he treats those who can do nothing for him.

2. I pretend to work as long as they pretend to pay me.

3. Have you ever made fun of someone so much, you think you should thank them for all the good times you’ve had?

4. You have two choices in life: You can stay single and be miserable or get married and wish you were dead.

5. I am not a vegetarian because I love animals. I am a vegetarian because I hate plants.

6. Roses are red violets are blue, I’m schizophrenic and so am I.

7. veryone has the right to be stupid, but you are abusing the privilege!

8. Ham and Eggs: A day’s work for a chicken, a lifetime commitment for a pig.

9. If the number 2 pencil is the most popular, why is it still number 2?

10. Don’t hate me because I’m beautiful. Hate me because your boyfriend thinks so.

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Mal Walker — Sat, 02 Mar 2019 02:25:39 GMT

Join us in Brisbane on Thursday 14^th March at the Brisbane Networking Lunch when Julie Mayer FAIEA presents “From Scars to Sustainability – moving people in the change process”

When we talk about the ‘people’ part of change, what does that look like? How can we move people from resistance to engagement in change processes? Are there really some ‘magic wands’ that make a huge difference? These are the key questions to be explored, investigating the ‘why’ and ‘how’ behind ‘what’ we need from our people during any change process. Julie Mayer is a highly skilled and experienced executive leader focusing on design and change across multi-national, corporate, government and not for profit sectors.

The technology revolutionising GPS voice navigation

Voice technology has come a long way. Besides telling Alexa to turn off the oven and play our favourite music in our homes, now with the right car model we can have our own personal in-car voice assistant. 90 percent of new cars will have some type of speech-recognition capability by 2022, according to recent research.

The Virtual Work Skills You Need — Even If You Never Work Remotely

Maintaining strong, productive relationships with clients and co-workers can be challenging when you never see the person you’re working with. Yet, it is common to have ongoing work relationships – sometimes lasting years — with people you’ve never met in person.

The new LinkedIn feature that could spell the end of the business card

There is little doubt the business card is no longer as prevalent as it once was — most people’s details are but a Google search away — but chances are someone, somewhere will still ask you, ‘do you have a card?’ This 2-minute video shows how.

101 Side Business Ideas and How to Start Without Quitting Your Job

Starting a business requires a lot of time and effort — especially if you plan on keeping your full-time job while running the business. Starting your own business doesn’t mean you have to retire early from your full-time gig. In fact, it could mean the opposite — your business idea might need some time to prove itself before you can afford to leave your job.

Is AIEA your Side Hustle?

AIEA has been established in Brisbane for a while now and has found a prominent place in the commercial marketplace. An increasing number of senior executives are adopting Interim Management as a preferred business lifestyle, and organisations are finding ready use of them. Perhaps you have checked out AIEA and wished it was operating in your location. Well, it can be.

What can YOU make into a gig?

Many of us are aware the world of work is changing due to technology and automation. And there's evidence it's affecting all workers in entry-level, intermediate and senior roles. For many, the gig economy offers a solution. These types of arrangements can include freelancing, temp agency work, subcontracting and self-employment.

Silicon Valley is not the right model for most cities or regions

Today’s world is very different to the world of 20 or 30 years ago, we are experiencing a massive transformation from the industrial era to the information or knowledge era and beyond. Technology is a key driver of change and opening up new opportunities for businesses of all sizes to access global markets.

100 Common Spam Trigger Words

One of the major barriers to an email being successful is the possibility of it being marked as spam. To the email marketers’ horror, 69% of recipients mark an email as spam before they even open your email.

Ten One-Liners from the Internet:

1. The journey of a thousand miles begins with a broken fan belt and a flat tire.

2. Constipated people don’t give a crap.

3. Why is a bra singular and panties plural?

4. Be safety conscious. 80% of people are caused by accidents.

5. Without ME, it’s just AWESO.

6. If you do not say it, they can’t repeat it.

7. I was thinking about how people seem to read the Bible a whole lot more as they get older. Then it dawned on me… they were cramming for their finals.

8. Be careful of your thoughts, they may become words at any moment.

9. If you don’t care where you are, then you’re not lost.

10. Your gene pool could use a little chlorine.

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Mal Walker — Mon, 21 Jan 2019 02:54:58 GMT

Join us in Brisbane on Monday 11^th February when Sigrid de Kaste FAIEA will present "What is Branding and Why do Consultants need it?"

Being a consultant can be like a popularity contest at times! What makes you the popular, sought after consultant or company is the degree to which you are followed, cited, invited, and therefore become trusted. The recipe for Branding, expanding Reach and building a Reputation for Consultants and Professional Services is employing diligent, strategic marketing strategies, visually branded, validated with content and distributed through multiple on-line, off-line and social media channels on a consistent basis.

Google’s Psychological Safety Strategies are Actually Pretty Simple

Depending on how you measure it, Google—or Alphabet, if you prefer—is more or less the world’s most valuable brand, synonymous with creativity and innovation. According to the company’s own research, a lot of this comes down to “psychological safety,” or whether or not people can take risks without feeling insecure, embarrassed, or worse.

Creative block? These million-dollar companies explain how they generate new ideas

No matter how much success you encounter on your path to growing a million-dollar company, the ability to generate fresh perspectives and approaches will never lose its importance.

Common challenges faced by small and medium businesses

Developing a business finance strategy can be daunting. Even hitting the jackpot of rapid growth can cause stress. This eBook will help you tailor the right plan for your SME and, more importantly, roll with whatever comes your way.

Six warning signs your company may be on the verge of collapse

Voluntary administration will only save around 10% of companies. It is far more common for the company’s assets to be liquidated.

When I became an entrepreneur

In this 11-minute video, Steve Dotto gives his personal experience on becoming an entrepreneur. It’s a story I hear from many of my AIEA members.

How to Take the First Steps in Scaling Your Business

This Infographic will show you how to scale up, to overcome roadblocks and play to your strengths.

The Emotional Side of Freelancing

It’s a roller-coaster ride, but it can also help you become your best self.

Ten One-Liners from the Internet:

1. Why is it that in the US: If you take off all your clothes and walk down the street waving a machete and firing an Uzi, terrified citizens will phone the police and report: “There’s a naked person outside!”

2. Never test the depth of the water with both feet.

3. I tried to hang myself with a bungee chord. I kept almost dying

4. Did you hear about the guy whose whole left side was cut off? He’s all right now.

5. I must exercise early in the morning before my brain figures out what I’m doing.

6. Some of us learn from the mistakes of others; the rest of us are the others.

7. You are depriving some poor village of its idiot.

8. Discretion is being able to raise your eyebrow instead of your voice.

9. Every so often, I like to go to the window, look up, and smile for a satellite picture.

10. At every party there are two kinds of people: those who want to go home and those who don’t. The trouble is, they are usually married to each other.

Australasian Interim Executive Association Newsletters

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Brisbane Networking - John Hale FAIEA presents 'The Power of Interpersonal Influence'

Climate change won’t result in a new normal but in constant, horrifying new disasters

The stupidly simple idea that would fix USB’s biggest design flaw

The Problem of an Aging Global Population, Shown by Country

The New Energy Era: The Lithium-Ion Supply Chain

The Sum of Its Parts: The Smartphone Multiplier Market

How a farm in remote Queensland became a high-tech AI hub

AR contact lenses that give your eyes superpowers

Australia's National Hydrogen Strategy released

One-liners from the Internet

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Sydney Networking Lunch – Julie Dimmick FAIEA will present ‘How to Create a Problem-Solving Culture’

10 minutes reflecting on who helped you succeed can transform your idea of the meritocracy

Why Biometric Security is the FutureThis Infographic covers the disparate aspects on biometrics in tomorrow's world. View now...

The Future of 5G: Comparing 3 Generations of Wireless Technology

18 Passive Income Ideas to Build Wealth Around the Clock

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Good News for Melbourne

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Join us on Tuesday 6th August at the Brisbane Networking Event when John Hale FAIEA will present ‘Creating an Executive Mindset’

How to Successfully Create Your Consulting Practice

Join us at the Sydney Networking Lunch when Ivan Oshry will present 'Negotiating and Structuring Solid Shareholder Agreements'

The Countries with the Highest Housing Bubble Risks

Why Hire a Veteran?

Is your job safe - collaboration, automation, annihilation?

The Impressive Statistics Behind Amazon’s Dominance of the Cloud

Why Anti-Money Laundering Should Be a Top Priority for Financial Institutions

One-liners from the Internet

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AIEA comes to the Sunshine Coast next week

Join us on Tuesday 6th August at the Brisbane Networking when John Hale FAIEA will present ‘Creating an Executive Mindset’

Top 10 Most Useful Websites You Need to Know

What Does a Typical Interim Manager Look Like?

Why Big Data Keeps Getting Bigger

Visualizing the Wealth of Nations – you may be surprised where Australia stands

One-liners from the Internet

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Join us on Tuesday 16th July at the Sydney Networking Luncheon when Felicity Davidson will present 'The Art and Practice of Project Management'

AIEA comes to the Sunshine Coast

The unheard story of David and Goliath. Learn why Goliath lost

What is a Solstice? The answer might surprise you.

Hydrogen isn't the fuel of the future. It's already here

It’s time to delete most of your apps

ATO to launch dob-in-a-business hotline in effort to crack down on $10 billion tax hole

Investing Megatrend: How Rapid Urbanisation is Shaping the Future

What Does Google Know About You?

Why putting in the time and attention to build your networks can pay off

One-liners from the Internet

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Join us on Wednesday 19th June at the Sydney Networking Luncheon when Barry Anderson will present “The Role and the Value of an Interim Executive”.

14 lessons from 14 years of growth with Domino's CEO Don Meij

Reviving Australia’s Auto Industry – ACE-EV

Are businesses taking the threat of cybercrime seriously?

All the World’s Carbon Emissions in One Chart

Ranked: The Richest Countries in the World

Steady Need for Interim Talent Keeps Firms Busy, and Expanding

How to Recruit an Interim Manager

The H2 City: How Hydrogen can help to achieve Zero Emissions

40 Stock Market Terms That Every Beginner Should Know

One-liners from the Internet

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Join us on Friday 17th May at the Brisbane Networking Breakfast when Keith Bailey FAIEA presents 'Advisory Boards - Who Needs Them?'

Which Countries Are Set to Attract the Highest Skilled Workers from Abroad?

Bloody Clever Discovery

How can my Mobile Number be Transferred and Stolen Without my Consent?

Proof That the Most Successful Entrepreneurs Are Older Ones

Today the Sunshine Coast; tomorrow the World

What Happens in an Internet Minute in 2019?

Ten One-Liners from the Internet:

1903

Join us in Brisbane on Tuesday 2nd April at the Brisbane Networking event when Mark Harper FAIEA will present 'Founding a Neobank in 90 days via Bootstrapping'

Why middle-aged entrepreneurs are better than young ones

How to be Better than 90% of Freelancers

Why Biometric Security is the Future
This Infographic covers the disparate aspects on biometrics in tomorrow's world. View now...

Join us on Tuesday 6^th August at the Brisbane Networking Event when John Hale FAIEA will present ‘Creating an Executive Mindset’

Join us on Tuesday 6^th August at the Brisbane Networking when John Hale FAIEA will present ‘Creating an Executive Mindset’

Join us on Tuesday 16^th July at the Sydney Networking Luncheon when Felicity Davidson will present 'The Art and Practice of Project Management'

Join us on Wednesday 19^th June at the Sydney Networking Luncheon when Barry Anderson will present “The Role and the Value of an Interim Executive”.

The H₂ City: How Hydrogen can help to achieve Zero Emissions

Join us on Friday 17^th May at the Brisbane Networking Breakfast when Keith Bailey FAIEA presents 'Advisory Boards - Who Needs Them?'

Join us in Brisbane on Tuesday 2^nd April at the Brisbane Networking event when Mark Harper FAIEA will present 'Founding a Neobank in 90 days via Bootstrapping'