How not to network

"Transactional networking" — ie "networking with the goal of advancement" — often makes participants feel so bad about themselves, they feel "dirty."

Looking for venture funding, new clients, or a change of job? This is no time to be "networking".

In the past four years, many bankers faced poor or zero bonuses due to lacklustre deal activity.

How safe is your job?

Those working in the cushy $1.9 trillion superannuation sector have the safest jobs in the country.

Mark Hewlett, head of business development, fuel and convenience at Woolworths.

Are you our next Boss Young Executives star?

Mark Hewlett was on the fast track at discount retailer Aldi in the UK three years ago when, out of the blue, he received a call from Woolworths. As we launch Boss Young Executives 2015, we catch up with a 2014 finalist.

Kate Aitken, Goldman Sachs managing director.

How to close the gender gap

Target numbers, sponsorship and education are needed to level the corporate playing field say some of Australia's top directors, CEOs and executives.