GAIL FORCE
You’d have to say determination is a fundamental part of Gail Kelly’s character. The Westpac boss reflects on her plans to make good on a promise of one-bank-many-brands in taking over her alma mater St George. Andrew Cornell meets the team behind the deal.
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Staying Power - Resilient Leadership
In August 2008, Sydney AFR BOSS gathered a panel of business leaders in a stimulating discussion of what makes a great leader for today's turbulent times. To view a video of this event click here.
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Young Exec
Young Executive of the Year
Entries are now closed
The annual AFR BOSS Young
Executive of the Year Awards are run in association with DDI Australia.
The awards, now in their sixth year, recognise the achievements of aspiring
future senior leaders, by identifying six young Australians with the skills,
talent and drive needed to make a successful leader. Entries are now closed. The winners will be announced in the July 2009
issue of AFR BOSS.
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Leaders
AFR BOSS True Leaders
What makes a good leader during an economic downturn? The AFR BOSS 2009 True Leaders list will be published in August 2009.
To see pictures of last year's True Leaders, click here. To view the video of this event click here
Salaries
AFR BOSS Salaries
We take a close look at what's happening to your pay packet during the economic downturn. Watch for our special report in the November 2009 issue of AFR BOSS.
Last year's salaries special was published in the November 2008 issue of AFR BOSS.
Marketing
AFR BOSS Marketing
The annual AFR BOSS Marketing Directions survey was reported in the May edition of AFR Boss, and more data from the survey is now online.
The 2009 survey found that marketers are committed to new media for stretching their promotional dollars, but sticking with TV and print for brand campaigns. Click here for more information.







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