Tom O'Neil: Five questions for 2020
Take time to explore what you want to achieve or do differently this year.
AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
Latest fromEconomy
Jim Rose: Pay transparency wanted - but only for other people
Comment: Publishing gender pay gaps is a slippery slope to a culture of envy.
Woman creates 'world's best CV'
Recruitment expert has designed the ultimate resume to land a "six-figure job".
Govt steps in to protect contractors
Government looking at protecting contractor's rights and asking for feedback.
Revealed: Words you should ban from your CV
This specific word on your resume will send alarm bells ringing.
Job ad slammed for barring 'entitled' young people
One telling line at the end of the posting caught the eye of social media users.
Brian Fallow: Building more houses - it's one step forward ...
Law could ease housing crisis, but Productivity Commission has few ideas for change.
111 jobs on the line at Whangarei sawmill
Carter Holt Harvey says its Whangarei sawmill might shut.
Mining boss was meant to be a saviour. Now he faces 270 counts of homicide.
He was brought in to save the company, but then things went wrong.
Trades call for bright young talent
Hard work and the right attitude have helped Jamie Moxon climb the ladder
Study reveals female academics paid $400,000 less than men
Experts call for immediate change to close the gender pay gap at New Zealand universities.
Donald Trump threatens new trade war with Europe
The US president has threatened huge tariffs on EU carmakers.
Most wanted: 2020's skill shortfalls revealed
Do you have the right skills to make a difference for New Zealand's in-demand industries?
Eerie parallels to 1920s: The warning signs in global economy
The outlook is upbeat for now, but it's questionable how long this will last.
Why bosses should let employees surf the web at work
The Conversation: Cyberloafing costs employers millions every year.
Thank you is all it takes to keep staff
Retain and attract staff by recognising their achievements.
Inflation hits Goldilocks zone
Inflation expected to rise, but reducing pressure on interest-rate settings.
Sasha Borissenko: Cases test contracting landscape
Could lack of employee benefits for contractors soon be about to change?
Editorial: Time to take that job and shove it?
Editorial: If you're seriously considering changing workplace, you are not alone.
What is the best age to start your child at school?
A school principal says to parents: "You know your child best."
Provincial Growth Fund pumps $7m into Wairarapa Water
The funds will be put toward the development of a new storage facility near Masterton.
Economy to 'muddle along' in 2020
Confidence improves, but weak investment outlook suggests little spark in economy.
Sixty sawmill staff lose their jobs, told over Christmas holidays
Putaruru sawmill goes into receivership owing up to $3m with 60 job losses.
Business confidence grows but profits face pressure
Leading business confidence survey points to muted growth in 2020.
Woman's late for work excuse exposed
An employee was late to work because of a puncture. But there's a problem with the photo.
Add design thinking to your skill set
A mindset for creative problem solving key to business innovation.
Dairy bonanza: $8.00/kg milk price just 'a matter of time'
Fonterra's milk price hit a record high of $8.40/kg in 2013/14.
Lizzie Marvelly: Time to rethink the working week
COMMENT: While four-day week wouldn't suit all, I'd love to see it trialled by companies.
Minimum wage rise expected to create 6500 fewer jobs: MBIE
The minimum wage is set to raise again in April, but not everyone thinks it's a good idea.
The city where men say cosmetic surgery is essential to a career
Looking young and healthy is important in the tech scene.
Getting back after a big break
Advice for people who have been out of the workforce for an extended time
Editorial: Need to keep house prices affordable
EDITORIAL: Our Government needs to find new ways to provide affordable first homes.
Tom O'Neil: Developing a strong brand in 2020
Like it or not you are a brand, make sure your online brand sends the right message.