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Executive Outlook’s survey takes the pulse of business leaders across the region. This week, we explore the popularity and pitfalls of remote work (followed by skill shortages, next week). Pandemics come and go, but this one taught us how to lean on technology, stay productive and work from home.  This presented opportunities for businesses to… View Article

This week, Executive Outlook explores what’s keeping local business leaders awake at night and how we’ve pivoted into these unusual times, matched against broader data.  We hope these highlights are helpful, and would love to hear your views. One of the most striking trends from our research is the nature of challenges across different sectors…. View Article

Executive Outlook is an exclusive brand of Top Office Group, and a passion of mine for 13 years. We talk with real people asking real questions, and take the pulse of business leaders across our region.  No other survey gives such a detailed analysis of business sentiment, matched against broader trends. Each week, I will… View Article

When I look back with hindsight of 34 years’ sourcing and training talent, the changes are profound.  No more so than the acceleration of technology, as a buffer for businesses to stay productive and keep workers happy in COVID. It is heartbreaking to watch the economic fall-outs of COVID lockdowns in Sydney and Melbourne. We… View Article

Our study indicates we’re heading a perfect storm – businesses have the work coming in but not enough staff. Demand for labour has gone through the roof.  Some let people go in the midst of COVID, and are now struggling to hire.  Workers are more cautious about changing careers.  Companies are responding with higher wages… View Article

The acceleration of technology has created a buffer for businesses to stay productive and keep workers happy in COVID. Social networks, collaborative software and Zoom have been a godsend (never could have predicted that, three decades ago). Employees like the freedom and independence of this lifestyle, with push-back on returning to workplaces. They get to… View Article

When I look back with hindsight of 34 years’ sourcing and training talent, the changes are profound.  No more so than the acceleration of technology, as a buffer for businesses to stay productive and keep workers happy in COVID. Actually, the hiring snapback from COVID has caught us all off guard.  The boot is now… View Article

According to the Chinese Zodiac, 2021 is lucky for those born in this Year of the Ox, as well as Snakes, Roosters and Rats. Let’s hope their luck rubs off on the rest of us. Rumour has it the Ox will bring stability and order next month, along with favourable conditions for economic recovery. After… View Article

In our latest Executive Outlook business survey, 65 local business leaders shared their experiences and insights on skill shortages (viewed across different sectors).  Given the state of our economy right now, you might be a little surprised by these results (hiring intentions are encouraging, too). Skill Shortages 40% of business leaders are challenged by skill… View Article