Cultivate & Motivate
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SOMETIMES SAID DOESN’T SAY ENOUGH
One word can make the difference between factual and cold, to excited and empowered or scared and intimidated. Read why to ditch the word said and inject some feeling into your messages.
By Amanda Lacey
AUDIT YOUR MARKETING PLAN WITH THIS EASY GUIDE
Ten steps to follow in this new financial year to keep your digital marketing on track.
Free infographic cheat guide for you to complete an audit on your business marketing plan.
By Amanda Lacey
INSTAGRAM FOR BUSINESS
Instagram is where Facebook used to be. Instagram has a higher rate of engagement then Facebook and those who take advantage while it is still in earlier developmental days for business growth will be at an advantage later on.
By Kylie Deans
WHY VIDEO HAS A PLACE IN SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING PLANS.
In today’s technical word, the need for instant response messages has become one of the leading options in a marketer’s toolkit.
By Kylie Deans
THE IMPORTANCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA FOR BRAND AWARENESS
We all know, or have been at least told that organisations have to be active on social media, but why? Kylie Deans from POPCOM reminds us of the benefits of social media, and how and why to use it as a part of your business marketing plan.
By Kylie Deans
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION - HOW TO PITCH YOU
Having an MBA might get you to the top of the short list, but it won’t get you the job. Your professional appearance will make you feel confident and appear credible, but it is what you say that seals the deal.
By Amanda Lacey
WHAT IS THE RIGHT SIZE? A QUICK GUIDE TO IMAGES AND SOCIAL MEDIA
Many of us use LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter for corporate communications and there is nothing more annoying and potentially damaging to your brand then when the images don't display correctly.
By Jennifer Huynh
THE BUSINESS INTEGRATION SERIES
Join us for lunch and hear from three industry experts on how to dress, what to say and how to network.
IT’S TIME TO TALK TO YOUR CLIENTS
It’s easy to forget about an email marketing campaign or electronic direct mail (EDM) when you’re organising your tax as the end of the financial year quickly approaches.
But, a quick email to tell your clients you’re still thinking of them is invaluable. Make sure your presence is not lost in during this busy period with these EDM ideas.
By Jennifer Huynh
MCDONALD'S, SNAPCHAT TEAM UP FOR INNOVATIVE RECRUITMENT DRIVE
Like any other aspect of professional life, recruitment needs to continually innovate in order to reach their target audiences. Fast food giant McDonald's and social media platform Snapchat have realised this, with the launch of Snaplications: a new age way in which the chain's predominantly youthful prospective employees can apply for work. Where else can such technology take us?
By Jerome Doraisamy
HOW BRAND ENGAGEMENT LEADS TO BRAND LOYALTY
Would you rather stand on the sidelines or be part of the game? Would you rather share your own story or someone else’s? Creating genuine engagement through expereince is the key to building a loyal customer base.
By Avishag Ben-Aharon
KNOWING YOUR AUDIENCE
We’re often so wrapped up in what we’re trying to say that we forget who we’re speaking to. Misjudging your audience can completely undermine the delivery of your message. Potentially, it could discount your image, causing your targeted audience to alienate you.
By Jennifer Huynh
CLARITY, PURPOSE NEEDED TO MAKE GOOD POLICY
There’s a scene in the critically acclaimed television drama The West Wing where US president Jed Bartlet is working on a toast for his wife’s birthday. In response to seeing his boss struggle to find the rights words, personal aide Charlie Young suggests that the president simply keep it short.
By Jerome Doraisamy
TELL ME A STORY
Read Amanda Lacey's latest article for the CEO Magazine: "Tell me a story."
2017 SOCIAL MEDIA TRENDS
Social media changes rapidly, with trends hitting hard and fast. We’ve compiled a list of 5 things to anticipate in 2017.
By Jennifer Huynh
WHAT’S NEW: HOW TO AVOID HIRING A LIAR
About to make your next hire? How do you know if the well presented, educated and impressive candidate sitting across from you isn’t going to misrepresent your brand, and turn out to be completely full of it?
By Amanda Lacey
ENSURING WELLNESS REQUIRES A MORE HUMAN APPROACH
Culture can have an insidious effect, either for better or worse, according to the chief justice of the South Australian Supreme Court, The Hon. Chris Kourakis. It is therefore imperative to ensure wellness initiatives cater to idiosyncratic needs, rather than simply tick boxes.
By Jerome Doraisamy
VALENTINE'S DAY: THERE ARE SOME THINGS MONEY CAN'T BUY
As we recover our wallet from Christmas, it seems another commercial holiday is creeping up around the corner. Valentine’s Day. The day to prove your love to your partner with ridiculously expensive, long-stemmed roses or a fine dining experience.
By Jennifer Huynh
TELL ME ABOUT IT… GORDON JENKINS
Recently I started to take stock of my professional contacts. While skimming through the list, I naturally thought of who has made it, who consistently achieves good results and who has an interesting story to tell. Most importantly, whom would I put my hand on my heart and vouch for?
By Amanda Lacey
TALK TO THE INBOX
From the cringe-worthy to the entertaining, email marketing remains one of the most popular ways to communicate with clients and future clients. Let’s look at what worked in 2016 and what we predict for 2017.
By Amanda Lacey
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