Entrepreneurship

Australia and the USA: Common Workforce Gaps and Issues plus the Unemployment Rate – What Should We Be Aiming For?

G’day and I hope you’re all doing well! Today, I want to have an open conversation about workforce issues that are increasingly relevant to both Australia and the U.S. It’s fascinating to see how the challenges we face align across oceans, and how we can learn from one another to tackle these issues head-on. The […]

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Professional Development Webinars February – April 2025

Hosted by Wendy Perry – Strategic Workforce Planning & Transformation Leader | Workforce BluePrint MD | Founder, Switch Start Scale | VET & TVET Innovator | Board Member | Investor in Future Initiatives | Facilitator, Sea to Valley Startups Please meet, Wendy Perry who is the Managing Director of Workforce BluePrint, Facilitator for Sea to

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What Can You Learn About Competency-Based Education and the VET System in Australia?

Competency-Based Education (CBE) is a fundamental approach in Vocational Education and Training (VET), aligning skill development with industry needs and workforce demands. The Australian VET system offers valuable insights into how CBE can be effectively implemented, scaled, and innovated. Take a look at key practices, frameworks, and resources from Australia, blending insights from discussions with

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Exploring Opportunities for Small Businesses and Startups in Bhutan: A Personal Insight

Having travelled to Bhutan since 2013, around 10-12 times and spending a week here for BIF in October 2024, it’s clear to me that this unique country holds exciting potential for small businesses and startups. And I say great job to Druksell and CSI Market for working with 600+ businesses, providing an online platform for

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How to Rebuild Employment Services and Future Plan for Australia’s System

Recently I was asked by State Government colleagues what I thought about the Australian Government response to the House Select Committee on Workforce Australia Employment Services reports. Providing evidence for the House Select Committee on Workforce Australia Employment Services in 2023, hearing others contribute, and submitting formal responses, it was clear that whilst there are

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Addressing Long-Term Unemployment in South Australia: Insights and Recommendations to the South Australian Productivity Commission

For 22 years, our private company has been dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by disengaged and long-term unemployed individuals across 32 different countries. Responding to the complex questions surrounding this issue with a Submission to Inquiry into Positioning All South Australians to Share in the Benefits of Economic Growth requires empathy, strategic foresight, and

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The next version of the CES mustn’t be designed by bureaucrats in a bubble aka what do clients really need?

In the rapidly evolving world of work, the needs of job seekers and those venturing into self-employment are becoming increasingly complex.  As we look toward the next iteration of Workforce Australia with the Commonwealth Employment Services (CES), it’s crucial to consider an innovative approach that addresses not just the technical aspects of employment but also

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Future of Employment Services in Australia – Responding to the Rebuilding Employment Services Report

Firstly, a thank you to the Select Committee on Workforce Australia Employment Services members, and those that sent in submissions, as this is a mammoth piece of work, with much thought and feedback that has been considered for the final report. This blog, ‘Future of Employment Services in Australia – Responding to the Rebuilding Employment

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How to Switch On, Start and Grow an Entrepreneurial Community: Case Study from Australia – SXSW PanelPicker

Could you please Vote Up this PanelPicker session for #SXSW in #Austin 2024 by clicking on this link, signing in and casting your vote? It is titled, “How to Switch On, Start & Grow an Entrepreneurial Community”, and showcases many of you with the success of entrepreneurs and founders from South Australia, over the past

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