ISM Thinktank

Tips from ISM’s Academic Director on how to set yourself up for success

annabels@ism.edu.au (Annabel Sullivan) — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 00:33:47 GMT

ISM Student Interview: Lana Horgan

annabels@ism.edu.au (Annabel Sullivan) — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 03:11:31 GMT

5 Ways To Fuel Your Brain

annabels@ism.edu.au (Annabel Sullivan) — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 00:28:28 GMT

For concentration, focus and good memory, fuelling your mind is as important as exercising your body. See our top 5 tips to fuel your brain and take 2021 on with a bang!

1. Brain Boosting Food

The foods you eat can improve specific mental tasks, such as memory and concentration.

Why your next hire should be a trainee

annabels@ism.edu.au (Annabel Sullivan) — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 23:22:02 GMT

There is a sense of trust and camaraderie that comes with hiring a trainee that is different from your other employees. Traineeships are formal on-the-job training arrangements between employer and an employee that can lead to a nationally recognised qualification and thanks to government funding, there has never been a better time to hire a trainee. Never considered a trainee? Find out below why you should.

1. They're keen, motivated & eager

Whether they're new to the workforce or changing careers, trainees are typically keen, motivated and eager to learn lifelong skills. Contrary to what you might think, trainees don't have to be fresh out of school. In fact, there are a couple of other groups who can be hired as a trainee.

ISM Staff Spotlight : Monique Hodder

annabels@ism.edu.au (Annabel Sullivan) — Sun, 18 Oct 2020 21:50:06 GMT

At ISM we provide leading edge training and development programs leading to high quality nationally recognised training. From our trainers to our resources, we are specialists in financial services and focus on helping you achieve tangible results for your business.

3 habits highly successful Mortgage Brokers have

annabels@ism.edu.au (Annabel Sullivan) — Tue, 29 Sep 2020 00:09:34 GMT

Habits... we all have them. Some good, some bad. Like any job, creating positive working habits are going to set you up for success. For Mortgage Brokers, creating positive habits early on, are going to mean that you are always ready for what the future holds...

Let's explore the 3 habits highly successful Mortgage Brokers have.

ISM Staff Spotlight : Nicola Sapsford

annabels@ism.edu.au (Annabel Sullivan) — Mon, 14 Sep 2020 02:08:24 GMT

ISM Staff Spotlight : Annabel Sullivan

annabels@ism.edu.au (Annabel Sullivan) — Tue, 08 Sep 2020 01:17:28 GMT

How to stay in control in an ever-changing world

annabels@ism.edu.au (Annabel Sullivan) — Tue, 08 Sep 2020 00:42:35 GMT

Well, I think it is safe to say that 2020 has highlighted that you need to be able to adapt to change. And this is coming from someone who normally says no bueno to change. Change can happen quickly and whether we have had time to prepare or not, it can disorient us and bring on feelings of insecurity and panic.

Whatever the situation is, staying calm and in control is essential to your survival and success. Below are 3 tips to cope with the stress of change and how you can remain in control when change happens.

ISM Student Interview: James Clarke

annabels@ism.edu.au (Annabel Sullivan) — Tue, 01 Sep 2020 06:56:02 GMT

We sat down recently with one of our awesome students, James Clarke, who just completed (and quite frankly, smashed) his Commercial & Asset Finance course, to discuss a little bit about his experience studying here with us at ISM.

Please tell us about your current role?

I recently relocated back to Australia following two decades working in Commercial and Investment Banking roles in Singapore and North America.