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Beyond Better Business Edition 5
Welcome to our new monthly report: Beyond Better Business. Issue 5.1 where we inspire the attitudes to attract and retain the right talent and push your business further.
How are you attracting and retaining the right people? Pay is a hygiene factor for any role – and, as we’ve discussed before, employees should receive a thriving wage that contains not just fair remuneration but also the opportunities to advance and grow.
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Simon Mundell
Founding Director & Strategic AdvisorTalk to me if you need help getting out of ‘business as usual’.
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CEO & Strategic AdvisorTalk to me if your sales are flat, or you need more momentum
Corrina Rore
Operations and Events ManagerCorrina provides exceptional service to our clients and is a key member of the Auckland team.
Ian Malcolm
DirectorIan is an independent Director of Advisory.Works Board of Directors and brings strong governance to the company.
Mila Karan
Financial AccountantMila keeps the wheels turning and has been the Financial Accountant for Advisory.Works since 2006.
Grant Stapleton
Strategic AdvisorTalk to me when you want to increase profitability and maximise opportunities
Greg Allnutt
Strategic AdvisorGreg holds a NZ Order of Merit and is a leadership expert, having led others continuously for over 30 years.
Ulrich Wiehle
Strategic AdvisorTalk to me when you’re struggling with your finances
Ben Bernstone
Strategic AdvisorTalk to me if you’re ready to take it to the next level
Stephen Lynch
Strategic AdvisorTalk to me when you want a coherent strategic plan, combined with a no-nonsense accountability partner driving you to get it done
Chris Bunce
Strategic AdvisorTalk to me when your company needs a culture boost
Kathryn Offer
Office ManagerKathryn delivers a positive experience for our Advisory.Works guests.
John Sandford
Strategic AdvisorTalk to me if you want to maintain focus on what matters
Chris Pope
Strategic AdvisorTalk to me if you want to bridge the gap from strategy to operational outcomes.
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Kendall Langston
Strategic AdvisorKendall is a Strategic Advisor to Business Leaders and High Performance Leadership Coach.
Andi Fear- Ross
Strategic Researcher & AdvisorAndi is a big part of our team, driving our marketing and providing the research and data that drives our business.
Di Palmer
Strategic AdvisorDi is a Strategic Advisor & High Performance Leadership Coach with a Sales & Leadership speciality.