Under pressure, leaders default to their dominant behavioural style. The leaders who know what that is, and what it gives, or costs, the people around them, are the ones who lead well when it counts, writes Tony Gardner.
pAI² – a social impact technology company – has appointed Nicki Raistrick as chief executive, which the company says marks an important step in the group’s next phase of growth and impact across New Zealand.
The latest Productivity Propelled report, commissioned by 2degrees and prepared by Deloitte Access Economics, provides one of the first New Zealand-specific datasets linking AI adoption to firm-level productivity.
You cannot lead through complexity if you’re drowning in activity, writes Chris Power.
The board of BioGro NZ has appointed Tania Thomas as its new General Manager.
Surging costs, a lack of clarity on trigger points for Government action and lessons learned during the Covid pandemic are dominating boardroom discussions about the fuel crisis, according to a poll of Institute of Directors members.
Leaders are staying quiet at exactly the wrong time – and it’s costing them more than they realise, writes Leah Mether, who offers a simple four-part framework for communicating in uncertainty.
Fonterra Co-operative Group has appointed Richard Allen (pictured) as its next CEO, succeeding Miles Hurrell. Allen joined the co-op as a graduate 18 years ago. Chair Peter McBride says that
The defining question for HR is no longer whether to use AI, but how to use it responsibly—and who is accountable when it fails, writes Dr. Mahmood Ahmed Khan. Artificial
After rebuilding his career and interviewing hundreds of leaders Graeme Cowan learnt that burnout isn’t inevitable. He writes that the managers who stay resilient practice five specific daily habits. I’ll
Accor has announced the appointment of Rob McIntyre (pictured) as vice president operations for New Zealand & Fiji. The company says he brings deep operational expertise and a strong understanding of
OfficeMax has announced the appointment of Adrian Blake as its new managing director, succeeding Kevin Obern who is to retire after 13 years in the role. The company says that
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), which has 140,000 members, has announced that New Zealander Sarah Petersen FCA has been elected chair of the CA ANZ board. She
Federated Farmers has appointed Mike Siermans as its new chief executive. Siermans has been the organisation’s interim CEO since September last year, following Terry Copeland’s departure after seven years in
CEO of The Trusts, Allan Pollard’s key advice for aspiring CEOs is first, to never stop learning, and second, to aim to be a jack of all trades, rather than
The Climate Leaders Coalition has announced a new Statement of Ambition and refreshed Strategy, which it says marks the next step in business-led climate action in New Zealand – just
Suntory Oceania’s journey to supply chain excellence is deeply rooted in its New Zealand heritage. What started as a local juice company, evolved into a trans-Tasman beverage leader, eventually becoming
New Zealand could unlock an extra $60 billion in incomes each year by 2050 if bold action is taken to address the country’s lagging productivity, according to the latest report
The real edge in leadership isn’t about what you know – it’s about who you’re becoming, writes Justine Farrington. For years, development was tallied in certificates, conferences, competencies ticked off
Many of the most powerful leadership shifts don’t come from learning something new, but from seeing the familiar in a new way, writes Neil McGregor. When we think about leadership
Leadership training is no longer just about compliance, it’s about connection. It’s about helping people lead with confidence, empathy, and adaptability. And it starts with recognising that learning isn’t a
Removing the personal liability on directors for climate change statements has been welcomed by the Institute of Directors. The institute says in a statement that Commerce and Consumer Affairs Minister
Beneath the excitement about AI, there are realities about risk, capability, and culture that businesses cannot ignore, writes Natassja Savidge, noting that if businesses treat AI as a replacement for
The official cash rate will fall, inflation will remain volatile and the prospect of a sustainable, primary sector-led recovery is around 50/50 over the next 12 months, according to a
The Privacy Act protects people’s personal information, which includes their image and Privacy Commissioner Michael Webster says it seems the practice of creating a ‘wall of shame’ is something New
A first-of-its-kind prosperity tracker that provides an up-to-date snapshot of national wellbeing and business health daily, called New Zealand Prosperity Live, has been launched by Professor Christoph Schumacher from Te
The newly formed Bioeconomy Science Institute, which brings together AgResearch, Manaaki Whenua – Landcare Research, Plant & Food Research and Scion into a single organisation, has appointed the first two
Ask any employer about their current workforce tribulations and unabashedly, ‘entitlement’ raises its hand as probable cause, writes Roxanne Calder. If your mind has gone straight to Gen Z and
Ngāi Tahu Holdings has welcomed prominent New Zealand business executive Neal Barclay to its board, as the iwi-owned company continues to grow and expand. The organisation says Barclay is a
The Insurance Council of New Zealand | Te Kāhui Inihui o Aotearoa is urging the Government to provide stronger national direction to better manage natural hazards risks like flooding and
Directors face growing legal action due to economic pressures and the rise of litigation funding, according to a new insurance industry report. The report on directors and officers’ insurance, which
While leaders are expected to guide organisations through AI adoption, many lack the experience or knowledge to do so confidently. Sarah Bills writes that that needs to change – and
Neil McGregor lays out how even tiny changes in your daily strategy can lead to quick wins whether it be in your way of thinking, your goals and plans, your
Wayne Johnson is the CEO of ContainerCo, a leading Kiwi supplier of shipping containers, and has held executive roles across multiple industries over many years. He discusses his personal resilience
Construction company Leighs has announced André Lovatt as its new chief executive, effective 23 June 2025. He replaces Gary Walker who has resigned to spend more time with his family
M9 will kick-start its 2025 season with Te Ōhanga Māori — A Pathway to Prosperity, on April 10, exploring how Māori have shaped and continue to drive the success of the economy in
Chartered accountant and experienced director Laurissa Cooney and Rabobank New Zealand CEO Todd Charteris have been appointed to the board of Rabobank New Zealand. The bank’s chair, Chris Black says
A 2024 privacy survey found that 70% of people were likely to consider changing service providers in response to poor privacy and security practices. By Privacy Commissioner, Michael Webster. There
Shirley McLeod says she has an ability to ‘create structure out of chaos’. By Sonia Yee. Poneke Wellington-based Shirley McLeod MInstD was considering her next career steps just over a
HP Inc. has announced the appointment of Shannon Harris as managing director for HP New Zealand, effective February 2025. The company says in a statement that with more than 25
Kate Kearins delves into why a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is more important than ever. In the United States, a growing number of companies are either pulling back
If you want to learn how to be a great manager, get a DOG (Doctorate in Organisational Greatness), writes Steve Scott, as he points to eight lessons every leader can
It’s a natural human reaction to feel like a victim when change is thrust upon us. A test of character is how quickly you move through the victim stage to
Broadcaster and journalist Mike McRoberts (Ngāti Kahungunu) will be speaking to directors and the business community at an Institute of Directors’ event Te Ōhanga Māori: Connecting with the Māori economy.
Aotearoa’s Māori business leaders who are driving change were honoured at the 2024 Ngā Tohu Kaiārahi Pakihi Māori o Aotearoa | Aotearoa Māori Business Leaders Awards recently. A macadamia pioneer,
If you are new to the world of double hatting (doing two full time roles at the same time) Kate Kearins offers tips she hopes might help you and your
In the current economic climate many employees are worried about their income and job security which can fuel workplace anxiety that leads to wellbeing and productivity issues. Sarah Bills writes that
There are two key strategies that will impact productivity: task focused interventions and people focused interventions. By Neil McGregor. Productivity generally refers to the measure of efficiency in converting inputs
Leadership is about learning, a relentless drive to improve and a sense of purpose, according to Murray Fulton, who adds that backing yourself is not ego, it is awareness and
In these times of uncertainty and fragility, columnist Kate Kearins believes there is more need than ever to come together and spirituality, in all its diverse cultural, religious, and non-religious
Rabobank’s 520-plus New Zealand employees work from 27 locations – places like Ashburton, Pukekohe and Feilding and from a purpose-built head office in Hamilton. Its employees are proud of the
If you’re aiming to take the number one leadership role in your organisation, new data around what makes a ‘bad boss’, should inform you of exactly what not to do
For young (and perhaps not so young) leaders wanting to move into a top job, it appears that it’s your ability to deliver that is pivotal for any CEO role.
Few people enjoy holding ‘difficult’ conversations in the workplace, but there are approaches you can take that make these conversations easier and ensure the other party feels understood. By Kate
New employees don’t know what they don’t know. Helena Cooper-Thomas offers ideas on how organisations can help their new people get up to speed quickly. How can you help your
If you have aspirations of becoming a CEO or senior leader, one of the most important things, according to a former US President, is just to learn how to get
A recent CEO survey highlights the importance of business model reinvention for long-term success, with 23% of local business leaders expressing concerns about the viability of their businesses beyond the
Recent international research has found that more than half of employees self-reported being relatively unproductive at work. Kate Kearins looks at how leaders might ensure their workplace culture is balanced,
If you are contemplating your next career move during the Christmas and summer hiatus, Shannon Barlow offers 24 tips for career development and leadership growth in 2024. 1. Building trust: Prioritise
Social entrepreneur and change-maker, Minnie Baragwanath offers five tools for resilience, possibility thinking and leadership in 2024. The question almost every journalist asks me these days is, do I ever
How leadership development can bring out the best in your team. By Aenslee Tanner and Jo-Marie Baker. In a fast-paced world, leadership skills are often overlooked. Many individuals are promoted into leadership
Mike Bennetts, former CEO of Z Energy, has launched his first book, delving into the impact of leadership on organisational performance and personal growth. Leadership is the cornerstone of success, and
It is time for business owners and leaders to embrace some of the lessons the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup phenomenon delivered, write Michelle Allbon and Auriga Martin. The 2023
How can business leaders inspire others to take care of their mental well-being? By Laurence McLean. Today’s emphasis on work-life balance means the ‘workaholic’ seniors championed in previous years are
Kate Kearins offers six ideas on how leaders can help beat that mid-winter feeling of ‘blah’ in the workplace. It’s hard to admit but we all know the feeling: work
New Zealand has always been a powerful magnet to attract migrants and the most critical role leaders will play in the coming months is to retain and grow our new
Longer lifespans are causing individuals, governments and business leaders to rethink their approach to work and retirement. Life expectancy increased from an average of 46 to 73 years between 1950
Leaders are struggling the most with the shift to hybrid work with many finding it a challenge to have confidence that employees are being productive. It’s been termed ‘productivity paranoia’,
Stories bring people together and the simple act of telling them creates space for more sharing. That’s why inclusive leaders need to embrace storytelling as a tool to mobilise people
As the country begins to emerge from the general state of shock that hit us all in January and February, Cathy Parker says there are often valuable, fresh insights to be
As global communities are recognising the need for stronger action on climate change, particularly in light of the IPCC’s recent damning report on global warming efforts, businesses that don’t prioritise
Allyship is about acknowledging and understanding inequities and taking action to help level the playing field, explains Kate Kearins. Listening to senior business colleagues introduce themselves, I’m hearing less about
Specialisation can create steep pyramids within companies, when the route to succession and recognition should be more like a range of hills with multiple paths and options to the summit,
In the wake of the carnage wrought by the January flooding throughout the North Island and the devastation the subsequent cyclone and downpours brought to other parts of the country, what
Too few of New Zealand’s e-commerce sites meet even the basic accessibility standards for internet users with disabilities, says a local ecommerce specialist. Managing director of ecommerce integration specialists, Convergence,
CEOs at every level must put more effort into understanding, defending and commercialising their greatest intangible asset – their data. By Joel Hanrahan. In a series of dark web blog
Incidences of bullying and harassment at work are far from uncommon and while the statistics vary somewhat, it seems employees are increasingly cognisant of their rights and the legal ramifications
The balance of power between workers and their bosses is shifting. The exchange of value has shifted from the transactional factors of fair pay for a day’s work, to a
Concerned with the lack of career growth opportunities for a large proportion of its workforce, HEB Construction amended its foundational learning programme to ensure it opened up pathways to formal
Businesses with women on their boards do better when it comes to enhancing the effect of strong corporate social responsibility on financial performance, according to recently published research. “Women are
While the idea of participative leadership has dominated the leadership textbooks for years, the driving forces for change now come from within organisations – a multigenerational workforce, with different values
Organisations need to create more part-time roles and, importantly, set them up for success. This will require changing our assumptions about part-time work and those who want, or need, to take it up.
THE CONVERSATION: The war in Ukraine would test even the most hardened political operator: millions forced to flee their homes, thousands (including many civilians) killed or injured, evidence of Russian
The world faces a series of seemly intractable mega challenges – transition energy, climate, societal expectations of sustainability, mobility, infrastructure, resource scarcity, to name a few. And there are geoscientists
Negative thought patterns and an intense inner critic can take a leader from self-doubt down a path to sabotage, says author and leadership coach, Brenda James. She tells Management what
Workplaces need to address the bias and barriers to equality faced by migrants in New Zealand. By Maretha Smit. If you were an engineer working in New Zealand in 2018,
While change can take many forms, it doesn’t have to be a “big-ticket” item to make a real difference to performance. It is more important to make the improvements manageable
While the mental wellbeing and burnout of employees is receiving a fair amount of attention in our Covid-driven world, how are leaders themselves faring? And what stresses are they finding
If leadership were a contest, Sir Jerry Mateparae must surely qualify as one of New Zealand’s pre-eminent leaders. The former Chief of the Army, Chief of the Defence Force, Governor-General
When a workplace culture supports and celebrates speaking up, listening up and feeding back, chances are high its people are more keenly contributing to the organisation’s mission. By Kate Kearins.
Supply chain issues, chip shortages, inflation, the Great Resignation, staff relocating out of the cities and more. There is a great deal for directors to strategise around in 2022. By
If boards are liable for the organisation’s culture, then anything that impinges on that culture is logically of interest. But, asks Shaun McCarthy, are boards seeking information on topics of
What you need to know to lead change effectively. By Liesa Hurn If businesses don’t change, they will be left behind. It’s a phrase thrown around a lot. And while
What defines success? What makes one organisation more successful than another and how has the way the business world views success changed? We asked four business leaders to offer us
Brigadier Rose King’s ability to focus under pressure, synchronise multiple headquarters and agencies and her ability to bring diverse organisations together whilst deployed to Afghanistan has been acknowledged by the
Almost 30 years since the introduction of the Companies Act 1993, it’s now a timely opportunity to review the framework for directors’ duties to ensure ongoing strong and effective governance.
By giving us a glimpse of how to tackle troubling issues like inequality and climate change,
Enable autonomy to boost revenue – giving your team the freedom to make choices and self-direct can increase revenue growth and improve efficiency. Download the research report. The pandemic didn’t just
For anyone who is about to embark on their first CEO role, or aspires to do so, Mahara Inglis says it’s both the most rewarding and hardest job you’ll ever
If you are consistently tired before the day starts, you may be burnt out. By Kate Kearins. Chances are, you’ll have seen the spate of recent headlines decrying the ever-growing
