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Wild weather is costing billions of dollars and putting the future of insurance in doubt

Published on: 6 September 2024

THE CONVERSATION | Australia is one of the world's most climate exposed nations and the full impact and cost of the latest events on insurance premiums won't be know for some time - but it can be expected to be significant.

Veterans with PTSD face an agonising choice: the stigma of declaring it or being denied support

Published on: 6 September 2024

THE CONVERSATION | Many veterans endure long-term health problems and disclosing these conditions could allow sufferers to get workplace support, but many keep quiet, in part because of fear of stigma. But keeping quiet can build on itself.

Lessons for a lifetime: Executive shares why he still uses the lessons from his first job in retail

Even the earliest roles on your CV can have a lasting impact on your career journey. For Pete Masters, Senior Partnerships Manager at Unloan, his first job at a Telstra retail store was a critical stepping stone in his professional growth.

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Experts predict generative AI’s business impact over the next 5 years

Generative AI has ignited widespread interest and debate. We called on UQ experts to share their insights on how this technology will impact different sectors over the next 5 years.

Embracing neurodiversity: 6 ways to support employees and colleagues

Encouraging and supporting diversity in the workplace boosts business performance and efficiency. Dr Miriam Moeller shares how attracting, engaging and supporting neurodivergent employees can build stronger and more effective workplaces.

Wishful thinking: How businesses can avoid 'greenwishing' and create a meaningful net zero plan

‘Greenwishing’ is an emerging trend that sees more companies unintentionally overpromise and underdeliver on proposed sustainability targets. UQ experts explain how to avoid greenwishing with 5 research-backed steps.

Strategy researcher honoured with international trailblazer award

Published on: 13 August 2024

UQ Business School’s Professor Paula Jarzabkowski has received the Academy of Management’s Joanne Martin Trailblazer Award in recognition of her leadership in organisation and management theory.

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Should we be concerned by AI in the consulting industry?

Published on: 1 August 2024

THE CONVERSATION | Dr Tapani Rinta-Kahila explores the rapid uptake of AI by consulting firms and asks why the industry sees such potential for transformation – and is hurling itself headfirst at this technology a good idea?