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Research shows networking is painful, but it can be a lot better

Written by Libby Sander, Assistant Professor of Organisational Behaviour, Bond Business School, Bond University

Smiling on the outside, struggling on the inside. Networking can be painful.www.shutterstock.com

Is it enough to throw a group of people together, give them a name badge and hope for the best? Research suggests it isn’t.

Forming and maintaining strong professional relationships is a key component of career success. These networks help...

Green finance was supposed to contribute solutions to climate change. So far, it’s fallen well short
Robb Miller/UnsplashA decade ago, a seminal speech by Mark Carney, then governor of the Bank of England and current Canadian …
Some people choosing DIY super are getting bad advice, watchdog warns
Maskot/GettyIt’s no secret Australians are big fans of a do-it-yourself (DIY) project. How many other countries have a …
Is AI really coming for our jobs and wages? Past predictions of a ‘robot apocalypse’ offer some clues
Getty ImagesThe robots were taking our jobs – or so we were told over a decade ago. The same warnings are regularly hea…
AI can help the government spend billions better. But humans have to be in charge
Getty ImagesThe New Zealand government spends about NZ$51.5 billion each year – around 20% of GDP – on goods, ser…
‘America’s big case’: the US Supreme Court raises doubts about Trump’s tariff regime
The US Supreme Court has heard arguments overnight on the legality of President Donald Trump’s “liberation day&rd…
As retail workers brace for the silly season, this 20c solution could dial down customer verbal abuse
More than 1.4 million people are employed in Australian retail and fast food businesses. Sadly, it’s not always a happy…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Understanding the Importance of Property Valuation Services in Darwin
Introduction Darwin’s property market is known for its unique blend of residential, commercial, and rural investments. With constant changes in market demand, infrastructure development, and lifestyle shifts, understanding the real value…

NZ kids will be at school for just 8 days in April – but there are ways for parents to…
Getty ImagesApril is set to be a challenging month for New Zealand’s working parents. Their children will be in school for a total of eight days thanks to the timing…
Why IT should be used to support all business departments
Why IT should be used to support all departments and business objectives, not just maintain hardware and software.Leading IT service provider, TechSpecialist, says it is vital that businesses see…
Ducted AC: Best Ducted Air Conditioners in Australia of 2022
Large buildings like hospitals and offices tend to use ducted air conditioning the most. Ducted ACs use a reverse cycle system that works through multiple ducts; all of which connect…

A new generation of young Australian small business owners is redefining success, driven by a desire to create a lasting legacy through the positi...

In a world where many small businesses are still trying to work out how to actually use AI (not just talk about it), Australian fintech LoanOption...

The world of mobility is changing fast, and car ownership is no longer the default. Across Australia, professionals and businesses alike are seeki...

“You shouldn’t need a large account balance to experience real-time investing. Technology should make that kind of access universal.” For decades...

Thryv® (NASDAQ: THRY), Australia’s provider of the leading small business marketing and sales software platform, announced that Greg Nicolle, G...

pay.com.au, the end-to-end payments and rewards platform, today announced the launch of International Payments, Australia’s first foreign exchange...