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About Clarence Legal ServicesNicole Davidson – Negotiating Efficient Results in Small DisputesClients want fast, cost-effective outcomes to their disputes. In this session, we welcome back negotiation and mediation expert Nicole Davidson, who guide us through some of the key mistakes that get made in managing smaller disputes that end up costing the client both time and money. Nicole will provide strategies to avoid these and some…Partnering with the best.With more than 500 legal practices, Clarence is Australia’s largest independent group of solicitors. That means that we partner with the best providers to the legal community. We recently launched a CPD program with the College of Law. Our members can access exclusive, Clarence rates for two programs including the Mandatory Bundle (covering all 4…ECOVIS Clark Jacobs – Top 5 Considerations for FY22Heath Stewart and Elissa Lippiatt , Directors at AFR Top 100 listed accounting firm ECOVIS Clark Jacobs, review the top five considerations for this financial year, including: Reflecting Goal Setting Planning & Forecast Protect (insure) Action list & timeline ECOVIS Clark Jacobs is part of one of the world’s fastest growing networks spanning 80 countries…Merilyn Speiser – HR Essentials for Growing a BusinessCatalina Consultants principal, Merilyn Speiser , joins us for an in-depth session on must know HR essentials for sustaining business growth, including: HR foundations – the documentation, processes, and practices you need once you’ve hired your first employee. The Legal Framework for a small business – what is the key employment legislation for small businesses that you…Emily Kucukalic – How to Increase Your Presence and ImpactThe Art of Personal Branding – How to Increase Your Presence and Impact Presented by Emily Kucukalic “During a BNY workshop, I received the single most actionable piece of feedback in my career.” – Sarah Smith, WESTPAC Manager, Governance, Reporting & Communications, Transformation Team, Institutional Banking Services In 1967, the now Professor Emeritus in Psychology at…Simone Herbert Lowe – Cyber Resilience8 Reasons Why Cyber Threats Are Now A Key Risk For Legal Practitioners Presented by Simone Herbert-Lowe Cyber risk is predicted to lead to the biggest transfer of wealth in human history . While cyber events threaten all businesses, professionals such as lawyers, accountants, and trustees are particularly exposed because of legal and professional duties. In this…Nicole Davidson – Key techniques for improving your negotiation and mediation outcomesKey techniques for improving your negotiation and mediation outcomes Presented by Nicole Davidson Negotiation is one of the key skills of every professional. Even the most experienced negotiators benefit from reflecting on their negotiation process. Using a blend of real-world experience and leading-edge research, we will look at some key techniques to ensure better outcomes…Kylie Sprott – Perfectionism, Procrastination and the Power of PomodoroPerfectionism, Procrastination and the Power of Pomodoro Presented by Kylie Sprott It's time to conquer procrastination woes with the power of pomodoro! Perfectionism and procrastination are closely linked and can cripple your productivity. Using the “Pomodoro” technique, CTO of QANTM IP and speaker Kylie Sprott explains how to conquer procrastination, achieve more and create flow at work.Top 5 business resources you should know about in MelbourneFinding which resources are relevant to your business can be a challenge. Below is a summary of our top 5 business resources in Melbourne that could benefit your business, right now. 1. Sole Trader Support Fund Many sole traders were not eligible for the Business Support Fund Program rolled out to help small business; but…How To Use A Virtual Office To Start Your Professional Services FirmAre you dreaming of leaving the daily grind behind to live in the countryside or by the beach? The modern successful professional works from a prestigious address every day. It’s the beachfront Monday, your favourite café Tuesday, the Hunter valley Wednesday, and a state-of-the-art modern CBD office Thursday and Friday. This is the new lifestyle of a successful professional. Those who’ve made it know that getting established is the hardest…Are there benefits in working in a flexible space?Has COVID sounded the death knell of the traditional physical office? The transition of working from a physical space in the CBD, to working from home saw mixed reactions from businesses. But now that the dust has settled it seems that for most, working from home will only complement office work, not replace it. The…
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