Online retail war heats up, NAB chaos continues; Liberal policies for Victoria, Corporate profits down in third quarter

home | contact us | advertise Dear SmartCompany reader, It’s official: online international retailers are targeting Australian shoppers, but are you ready to do battle? As I explain in Boss Lady today, the tipping point has been reached. Also today, the Liberal Party is set to take power in Victoria in a surprise win, the chaos with NAB's computer glitch continues, a disappointing end for the Spring property season and the growing frustration over property investment advisors. For all this and more, head to our home page. News NAB account glitch fixed, but thousands still affected by delays Online retail war heats up as international retailers target Australian shoppers, experts urge local SMEs to innovate Business profits fall in third quarter, government promises carbon price for 2011: Economy Roundup Liberal victory almost certain in Victoria, with Ted Baillieu set to take power Spring season a disappointment for property owners but pain set to continue, experts say Frustration grows at lack of regulation for property investment advisors THE BIG PICTURE: Spotting the booming regions New COSBOA chairman Geoff Fader to deliver personal approach to small business Positive franchise forecast for 2011 Will Australia follow Ireland? Kohler Rich Secrets Australia's most influential billionaires The wealthy exert their influence through various avenues. For Gina Rinehart, her recent stake in Ten Network could be one way she's throwing her weight around. BY JAMES THOMSON. Property Why home owners are staying put Over the past five years the average length of tenure of ownership has increased sharply, indicating that Australians have a lower propensity to sell properties. BY TIM LAWLESS. Aunty B I am in a tiz about my Christmas promotion. Help! If I were you I would promote the hell out of the gift vouchers but don't offer a discount. Your aim is to get every cent in the door that you can. Trends Wikileaks unveils thousands of US cables Google Wave makes a comeback Apple buys HP campus to expand Selling Sue Barrett How do I lead and manage a virtual or remote sales team? Working with remote teams has it challenges but it can also be very rewarding – if you get it right. Authentic Leadership Dennis Roberts Entrepreneurs as leaders: How to create impact Let's be clear – you are a business leader. So, as CEO of your business you are responsible for three key areas: strategy, team building and business development. Retail trends Kevin Moore Online shopping gears up for Christmas This will undoubtedly be the year when we hit the tipping point and substantial amounts of product are purchased online and delivered to our doors. Boss Lady Amanda Gome The tipping point The rising dollar has finally pushed the point home for Aussie retailers - shoppers are choosing online retail in droves. Coming Up Public speaking myths exploded. Best wishes, Amanda Gome Founder / Publisher SmartCompany.com.au Let's be clear – you are a business leader. So, as CEO of your business you are responsible for three key areas: strategy, team building and business development. When you sit down to review/plan the strategic direction of your business, make it coincide with a business or planning cycle. The most common cycles are financial year or calendar year. With the Christmas/New Year vacation upon us, now is a perfect time to review past performance and begin the new year afresh. Dennis Roberts, executive coach/business mentor Click here for more. FOLLOW US OUR PARTNERS UPCOMING EVENTS

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