Resources we Recommend

Australian Institute of Company Directors The organisation is It is dedicated to making a positive impact on the economy and society by promoting professional directorship and good governance. Excellent references and up-to-date material is available on the website.

Business Balls Self-directed reference and learning, self-development ideas, materials, tips and tools for ethical personal and organisational development. A useful reference point if you need a checklist, an overview or confirmation that you are moving in the right direction on a particular matter.

Business Performance A web-based resource for business performance improvement, human resource and project management professionals.

CEO Online - your total business resource on the web CEO Online is a 24/7 global centre of learning, providing the latest in management thinking from around the world. Discover proven management solutions. Read articles, case studies and expert opinions designed to improve the performance of your business.

Conflict Resolution Network Skills to build stronger organisations and more rewarding relationships. Download free material and sign up for their newsletter.

Entertainer's Secret There is some relief for tired, hoarse voices as you build up your vocal strength and endurance.

Businesses we Trust

Acumen Gentlemens' Outfitters Experience expertise with a smile, genuine advice and easy shopping with Menswear Specialist, Frits Trijbetz.

Image Quest Look great – feel confident. Have the skills and knowledge to manage the perceptions others have of you. Helen Robinett of Image Quest will show you how.

Corporate Image Communications A leading public relations consultancy, providing high-level strategic communications services across a wide range of industry sectors, business and community organisations and government departments.

Carnegie Wordsmith Heather Carnegie, of Carnegie Wordsmith is a highly skilled writer. You can rely on her to produce words to attract and hold attention on websites, brochures and profiles and in cvs.

Business Simplification David Brewster provides unique ideas that help business people look at the challenge of management in a new light.

Negotiation Beyond Conflict James Glenn shows business leaders how to exploit conflict to get outcomes.

Crecer Business Solutions Cultivate your business growth and development with these specialists in both small and medium business categories.

Seeking Media A useful resource for keeping your business in the public eye. Create and distribute press releases from this site.

Ikon Images Melbourne's most complete and award winning professional photography studio catering for the key milestones & events in your family and business life.

Snapsite Build your business, not just a website.

Caraniche Pty Ltd One of the market leaders in the provision of a range of psychology services within Victoria, if not Australia.

Books to Read

Good to Great by Jim Collins Answers the question: “Can a good company become a great company, and, if so, how?”

Managing Transitions by Wiliam Bridges Increases understanding of emotional responses to change.

The Fish Rots from the Head by Bob Garratt Developing board members' mindsets.

The Fifth Discipline by Peter Senge Competitive advantage through life-long learning.

Secrets of A Successful Trainer by Clark Lambert A handy reference for experienced and novice L&D Professionals.

The Adult Learner at Work by Robert Burns A comprehensive guide to the context, psychology and methods of learning for the workplace.

Accelerated Learning for the 21st Century by Colin Rose and Malcolm J. Nicholl Strategies and tips to learn faster, remember more and think creatively. Good fun!