10 questions with Fortescue's Elizabeth Gaines
Elizabeth Gaines will soon mark her first year as chief executive of Fortescue Metals Group. Here she answers our questions.
Iron woman: meet Fortescue's Elizabeth Gaines
As Fortescue strives to produce higher-grade iron ore and reduce price penalties, chief executive Elizabeth Gaines has her sights set on pushing the mining company beyond its heartland.
'I've probably spent more time with him than my wife'
From the day in 1994 that John Sevior and Matt Williams met at Perpetual Investments, they just clicked.
AMP won't be ticking any boxes: David Murray
David Murray believes in experience and judgment, rather than kowtowing to shareholders on executive pay or targets for women on boards.
Cochlear plans next big breakthrough – 24/7 hearing
Cochlear's fully implantable device fits a microphone, battery and sound processor into a single housing that is implanted inside the skull.
The doctor you visit when you're not sick
Focusing on prevention rather than cure could curtail the rate of growth in health spending.
Why private health funds love 'virtual hospitals'
So-called virtual hospitals have become the hottest trend in private healthcare, with funds saying they lower costs and premiums and keep patients happy as they recover at home.
Healthcare's disrupters waiting to pounce
Disruption in the healthcare sector is about making the sector more efficient, rather than gnawing away at existing businesses' profit streams.
How cancer spawned a healthcare app
His own cancer diagnosis prompted Justin McLean to set up Thrivor, an app that smooths the journey through serious illness.
Transparency push may trickle down to investors
There is rising pressure on fund managers to be more transparent with their voting intentions.
What big companies can learn from start-ups
The lessons Amy Bunszel took away from the early days of Linius Technologies have helped her work with and lead large teams at global software company Autodesk.
How you can fly business class for less
Dreaming of a flatbed for your next long-haul flight? A seat in business class might be cheaper than you think.
How to think like a start-up
Don't go bust like Blockbuster. As disruption accelerates, it is increasingly important for established businesses to embrace entrepreneurship and think like a start-up.
The Macquarie banker who left for the solar sector
Three founders explain why they left large businesses to pursue their innovative ideas.
How a dud meeting led Adam Driussi to set up Quantium
One of the worst meetings Adam Driussi ever had was the one that prompted him to start data analytics business Quantium, which is now half-owned by Woolworths and used by Walmart.
How coconuts are helping cultural exchange
A project that gives cruise passengers deeper insight into Vanuatu's culture was among the winners of awards recognising shared value.
In defence of the 'backflip'
Far from being weak or demonstrating a lack of integrity, a considered change of opinion can be a show of strength and true conviction.
Business with Chinese companies is a two-way street
Coming to grips with one another's differences is the first step to smoother relations between Chinese and Australian companies.
Why Tim Power runs weekly meetings on Fridays
If quarterly goal setting is putting the brakes on your company's rise in the fast-moving start-up world, it's time to push the reset button.
How to build trust with all your stakeholders
As the banking royal commission has shown, pursuing short-term goals can lead businesses into undesirable territory.
Workplace bullying waiting for its #MeToo moment
The #MeToo movement could soon spill over into the even bigger issue of workplace bullying.
Meet the man curating your gym music
From the video jukebox he built 30 years ago to today's virtual variety, Nightlife Music co-founder Mark Brownlee has been a trailblazer in music tech.
Pioneera founder's hunt for risk
Pioneera founder Danielle Owen-Whitford found her answers outside the system.
Christine Holgate's mission of healing
After years of turmoil at Australia Post, chief executive Christine Holgate is on a mission of healing.
Bank directors in the AGM firing line
NAB and tainted bank board directors face a backlash from investors this AGM season, as the Hayne royal commission has investors in the mood to punish individual directors.
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