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A purposeful approach to industry policy

IdeaSpies

What is clearly missing in Australia, by contrast with most other advanced economies, is a coherent and purposeful approach to industry policy. This would identify our current and potential areas of competitive advantage and enable a coordinated approach to the industries and technologies of the future.

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9 Trends That Will Shape Work in 2024 and Beyond

Harvard Business Review

In 2023, organizations continued to face significant challenges, from inflation to geopolitical turmoil to controversy over DEI and return-to-work policies — and 2024 promises more disruption. Employers who successfully navigate these will retain top talent and secure a competitive advantage for themselves.

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The Competitive Edge: Employee Rights and Talent Attraction

The Human Factor

The Magnetism of a Respectful Workplace Culture Imagine walking into an office where respect is palpable , where every policy echoes the company’s staunch stand on employee rights. The post The Competitive Edge: Employee Rights and Talent Attraction appeared first on Holly Green.

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: The Competitive Edge

CMOE

In today’s marketplace, one of the most relevant factors in gaining a competitive advantage is probably not listed among the business-success factors you learned years ago. Leaders in the most competitive organizations today know that having a diverse workforce is critical to long-term success and profitability.

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Thinking about innovation and strategy

Jeffrey Phillips

It's just one of several, but I think I like it the best: a plan of action or policy designed to achieve a major or overall aim. Several important things to note about this definition: It is a plan of action or a policy - that is, strategy is extenuated over a period of time. Strategy is not a momentary action or a project.

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Lateral Thinking in Business Strategy

Destination Innovation

How can you differenitate your business from the competition? Zappos’ Exceptional Customer Service : Zappos built its brand by providing exceptional customer service, including free returns and a 365-day return policy, setting a new standard for online shoe retailing and differentiating itself from competitors.

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What’s Killing Capitalism In America?

Digital Tonto

Through the charade of “pro-business” policies, industry leaders have been increasing regulation and limiting competition over the past 20 years. We need to right the ship. It’s time to claim. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].

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