For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the marketing landscape has traditionally been dominated by large organizations with extensive resources, leaving smaller businesses struggling to keep up. However, the advent of advanced marketing tools is revolutionizing this dynamic, making it possible for SMEs to deploy sophisticated marketing strategies previously reserved for their larger counterparts. By leveraging these tools, SMEs can elevate
In a significant move expected to impact high-earning employees and their relationships with their employers, Workplace Relations and Safety Minister Brooke van Velden recently unveiled a new policy designed to streamline the process of managing dismissals for high-income positions. This policy has introduced a high-income threshold, targeting employees who earn above $180,000 per annum. In an effort to ensure a
Recent trends in pay rises within the private sector have shown both stability and increased variability, as captured by data from Incomes Data Research (IDR) in the last three months ending January 2025. During this time, the average pay increase remained steady at 4%, indicating a slight uptick in certain sectors. However, the data reveals a compelling narrative about how
Singapore is implementing groundbreaking changes to its foreign workforce policies, aimed at providing businesses more flexibility in the employment and retention of migrant workers. The announcement, made by Manpower Minister Tan See Leng, underscores a strategic shift in addressing post-pandemic labor demands. As global economies rebound and adjust to new realities, these reforms signify Singapore’s commitment to maintaining its position
Recognition as one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces for Women in 2025 represents a significant milestone for Cloudera, reflecting the company’s steadfast commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. This prestigious accolade, awarded by Great Place to Work, is the result of the seventh annual iteration of the Best Workplaces for Women program, which recognizes organizations that excel in
The significant barriers women face when striving towards sustainability in business and the transition to net zero present an urgent challenge that needs to be addressed. This issue was recently highlighted during the International Women’s Day 2025 event hosted by the University of Salford, which emphasized social and economic inequalities, as well as systemic gaps in education and inclusivity amongst
The political landscape surrounding gender identity protections has always been tumultuous, but recent executive actions have added more layers of complexity for employers to navigate. President Donald Trump’s administration aimed to eliminate what it terms “gender ideology” by recognizing only male and female genders in federal regulations and processes. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has been instrumental in this
Is your current CRM system holding your financial services firm back? In today’s fast-paced world, outdated CRM solutions like Microsoft Dynamics or older Salesforce versions may not cut it. Many firms are unaware of how these clunky systems hinder their progress. This article delves into these challenges and presents Salesforce Financial Services Cloud (FSC) as a game-changing solution. Limitations of
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has recently experienced significant changes in its policies related to transgender discrimination cases. These changes have sparked considerable debate and concern regarding how transgender and gender non-conforming individuals will be affected. A notable shift stems from an executive order issued by former President Donald Trump on January 20, mandating the official recognition of only
On November 12, 2024, Singapore’s Parliament introduced the Workplace Fairness Bill, a legislative milestone set to enhance protections for employees against workplace discrimination and establish equitable employment practices. This ambitious legislative move, passed in early January, marks the first part of a two-bill initiative expected to take effect in 2026 or 2027. The newly introduced bill aims to target all
The transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) in the realm of sales is opening up new avenues for productivity and efficiency, particularly for small businesses looking to maximize their resources. Pipedrive, a sales Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform specifically designed for small enterprises, has recently released a detailed report documenting how AI is reshaping the sales landscape. By handling administrative
In the ever-evolving world of financial technology, Wealthbox, the highest-rated CRM software for financial advisors, has made a significant move by entering into a new enterprise CRM agreement with Perennial Financial Services. Perennial, recognized as one of the fastest-growing Hybrid RIA firms at LPL Financial over the past four years based on net new asset growth, stands to benefit greatly
