Work, interrupted - You're flexible. But are you focused?

Where do you typically log on for work?   For many people, it’s no longer a simple answer. A few days at home. A few in the office. A routine that shifts depending on the week, the workload, and when your dishwasher repair person is arriving.   Hybrid work promises more balance. But it also broug…

AFL coaching legend John Longmire on why motivation breaks down and how to fix it

At the start of the 2017 AFL season, the Swans were in serious trouble. After reaching the Grand Final the year before, expectations were sky‑high. Then came six straight losses. Confidence fell, pressure mounted, and nothing seemed to work.  So where do you begin as a leader when everything is go…

Smarter ageing - how living longer is reshaping how we live and work

We’re living longer, but not all those years are healthy ones. In Australia, there’s now roughly a 12-year gap between how long we live and how long we live in good health – meaning many of us can expect a decade or more of life with health problems. So, how can we shrink that gap? UNSW Scientia P…

Pampering our pets – Inside one of Australia's fastest-growing industries

Pet ownership is booming – and so is the business behind it.   From birthday parties for pets to organic food and premium grooming, consumers are spending big to keep their animals healthy and happy. So why are people so invested in their pets?   AGSM @ UNSW Business School MBA alumna Anneke van …

Same product, different price – When AI decides how much you pay

What if you paid a different price for the same product – not because of demand, but because of your data. Prices change, whether it’s annual sales or seasonal variability. But what happens when AI sets the price – not just for the market, but for you? “The scope and the scale and the pervasivene…

Pocket Doctor – How the MedTech app is reshaping healthcare access

Millions of people lack access to reliable healthcare. Can technology help bridge global healthcare gaps? Dr Jackie Rabec (AGSM MBA 2020) is co-founder of MedTech company ThinkMD.ai, which builds tools that put a doctor’s expertise into the hands of frontline healthcare workers. She explains how t…

Burnout is holding us back – Here’s how to beat it

Burnout has gone from a buzzword to a business risk.   According to the latest Women’s Agenda Ambitions Report, 72% of women say they’ve experienced burnout in the past year. It’s no longer just a personal struggle—it’s a workplace crisis. So what’s driving this rising tide of exhaustion?   Angel…

Reaping the rewards – The promises and pitfalls of loyalty programs

That satisfying ding when you scan your rewards card. The little thrill of watching points accumulate. The smug satisfaction of using miles for a "free" flight. Sound familiar?  We're all players in the massive loyalty program game—whether we're collecting coffee stamps, airline miles, or cashback…

Disconnected – The hidden cost of workplace loneliness

Loneliness is quietly affecting workplace productivity more than many organisations realise.  Despite being more digitally connected than ever before, many employees today report feeling isolated, unsupported, and burned out. This isn't just impacting individuals – it's costing businesses financia…

No plan, no problem – How Sibella Court designed her own career path

You don’t become a globally renowned designer by accident. But if you ask Sibella Court, one of Australia’s most sought-after stylists, she never had a master plan to make it big.  From global brand campaigns to bestselling books and hit TV shows, Sibella built a design empire balancing great inst…