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Perfectionist leaders can push their teams to meet high standards – but it can backfire and stifle creativity

Written by Gamze Koseoglu, Senior Lecturer, The University of Melbourne

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Perfectionist leaders can push their teams to meet high standards – but it can backfire and stifle creativity

Is the capital gains tax discount an act of intergenerational ‘bastardry’?

Australia was once a world leader in innovation. A new report shows the system is now ‘broken’

Yes, what you think about inflation can influence what the RBA does next

Why millions of JB Hi-Fi customers are getting these texts and emails about a court case

RBA narrowly votes to lift interest rates. The Middle East war may determine if there’s more to come

The Iran crisis is hitting KiwiSaver balances – but market volatility can work for you too

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Essential Reasons to Opt for a Professional Valuation Before Selling Your Commercial Property

Move over mānuka – here are 5 other delicious native NZ honeys to try this summer

The entrepreneurs and changemakers shaping our future

Housing affordability is at the centre of this election, yet two major reforms seem all but off-limits

Time to punch above our weight and stop shadowboxing on AI

Colter Bay Capital Launches as Australia’s Newest Institutional Private Credit Fund

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