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We're already underway planning for Business Day Out 2018 and have locked in three amazing key note speakers who will be announced in the coming weeks! There are also only 2 opportunities remaining to align your business with this event contact us for more information.
R U OK Day? takes place tomorrow. Conversations need to happen daily but tomorrow is a great reminder to stay connected and ask the question to your work colleagues R U OK? See some great resources below in today's video.
Please ensure you're up to date with your 17/18 membership to continue to receive your benefits, as all unpaid members will be removed Oct 2.
Michelle & Zoe
Commerce Ballarat
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Every business creates data, but not every business uses it. At dataPipeline, they work with small and medium businesses to collect data, create visualisations and predict future trends, using world-class techniques. Their project methodology is perfect for small projects, meaning they can create meaningful outcomes for small businesses quickly and reliably.
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The Young Professionals Network Coffee Catch Up allows you to pop in for a quick chat and coffee before work or to stay longer. Take a break from your usual routine to catch up with like-minded young professionals in a relaxed setting. The event will be held on Thursday, September 28 between 7.30am and 8.45am at Webster's Market and Cafe. No RSVP required for this event. For more information click here
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Ballarat's very own 'Breakfast with the Stars' will give you the chance to listen to high profile Jockeys and Trainers. Watch some horses gallop up the home straight whilst enjoying a jam packed morning lead by Lachlan McKenzie CEO Ballarat Turf Club. The event will be held on Tuesday, October 3 from 7am - 8.45am at the Ballarat Turf Club. For more infomation and to register click here
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The “After Five” is your chance to network, foster relationships with other like-minded people and build your profile in a casual setting. The host is given the opportunity to showcase their business to attendees and will provide drinks and savories for your enjoyment. We encourage attendees to bring along staff, colleagues or a guest. Formation Hairstylists invites you to visit their creative space & build your network. This event will be held on Wednesday, October 25 from 5.30pm - 7.30pm at Formation Hairstylists. For more information and to register click here
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The Young Professionals Network Coffee Catch Up allows you to pop in for a quick chat and coffee before work or to stay longer. Take a break from your usual routine to catch up with like-minded young professionals in a relaxed setting. The event will be held on Thursday, October 26 between 7.30am and 8.45am at TBC. No RSVP required for this event. For more information click here
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 Employees March to Many Different Drums
Source: Entrepreneur Wed 13 Sep 2017
A few years ago, Google’s People Operations department set out to discover the metrics of a perfect team. And so began Project Aristotle, in which Google looked for common factors that determined whether a team is effective. After many test groups of various personalities, Google’s researchers realized that teams comprised of employees who felt safe read more...
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 How to work best with different generations
Source: Smart Company Tue 12 Sep 2017
With such widespread ages at work, is it an insurmountable problem carving a suitable common space for everyone to communicate and to mix in well? In a recent article, a self-confessed “oldie” expressed surprise at his younger colleagues’ tech and romance styles. On the one hand, he felt liberated from having to prove himself on the lunch choice and tech fronts (there’s read more...
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Congratulations Boost Juice Ballarat
Our member Sam Haans owner of Boost Juice Ballarat has taken out the top gong at Boost Juice’s annual conference in Phuket, Thailand. Sam who opened his first Boost store in 2014, now owns and operates three stores in the Ballarat area plus a mobile store. He has won the coveted National Partner of the Year award as well as taking out Victoria’s State Partner of the Year category. Congratulations to Sam and his boosties!
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 Central Square VIP Night - Spring Fashion Month
You're invited to attend their VIP Night from 6pm-8pm on Thursday 21st Septmeber as they launch Spring Fashion Month at Central Square Ballarat. The first 100 guests will receive a free gift bag on arrival. A range of stores will have exclusive offers on the night. Be sure to enter the exclusive prize draw being held on the night – winner takes all! Prize is valued at $450! Find out more here
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 BGT are very excited to announce 2017 Jobs Drive
Their aim is to create one job a day between now and 30 November to help reduce the unemployment rate in Ballarat. Ballarat currently trails all other regions in Victoria in youth unemployment and they're hoping to change this with the help of Ballarat businesses. Help them create a stronger future for Ballarat and keep locals local. Don’t miss out on your perfect match contact BGT today to start writing your own success story. More information here |
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 White Night Ballarat 2018
The city as you know it, but reimagined and transformed under the ephemeral cloak of night. From dusk ‘til dawn on national and international artists, musicians and performers will weave a spell over the city in a celebration of culture and creativity. Happening from 7pm March 17th to 7am March 18th. White Night Ballarat 2018 is seeking Expressions of Interest from Artists who want to make a contribution. More information here
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 Open for Business
The City of Ballarat in collaboration with surrounding Councils have put together a website & Facebook page called Open for Business, to promote inclusiveness and encourage businesses to become more accessible. The main aim of their digital campaign is to promote & encourage businesses to make themselves more accessible. In Australia one in five people have a disability, opening your business to this customer base will increase your turnover. |
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ACCI: Business welcomes moves to stamp out phoenixing - read more...
Top 5 exercises to do at your desk - read more...
Want to Be More Successful? First You Need to Know What Type of Person You Are - read more..
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R U OK Day? is this Thursday the 14th of September. As employers or staff, we can all create a culture where people feel confident asking and answering this most important question. Besides our legal responsibility of providing a safe and healthy workplace, these conversations can make a real difference to staff going through a tough time. Watch video here and find everyday resources here
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