Marnie Hawson Marnie Hawson

Choosing the right photographer for your architectural shoot: a simple guide

When you're looking to hire a photographer to capture the essence of your high performing building, it's essential to make the right choice. The photographer you select can play a pivotal role in how your project is showcased. Here are some straightforward tips to keep in mind when searching for the perfect photographer for your project.

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Marnie Hawson Marnie Hawson

What I’m listening to

I listen to a lot of business and economic podcasts. But not wanky, boring ones, just good, down to earth ones.

I've put an updated list of my favourite picks to start the year off.

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Marnie Hawson Marnie Hawson

Wrapping up the year: a guide for small businesses

Three Neat Things, Issue 51

Once we move past the festive chaos that is December, the slow speed of January can be the ideal moment for small businesses to welcome back the creative spirit, review the past year and then strategically plan for the year that lies ahead.

These are a few things that I like to do in my business, as a one-woman business offering a service. I’ve found it useful to analyse what you spent your time on, how much money it made you, and then review what you actually enjoy doing, where you want to direct your energy into the next year, and where to head if you go off track.

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Marnie Hawson Marnie Hawson

Conscious consumerism

Three neat things - Issue 50

It's December, and there are Christmas decorations all around us already. When it comes to the festive season and spending, it's an even better time to remember that every purchase is a vote for the world we want. Our money's impact matters—where, what, and why we spend. As conscious consumers, we influence the global economy. This season, let's practice conscious Christmas shopping for a more equitable, kind, and regenerative world.

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Marnie Hawson Marnie Hawson

The Voice to Parliament

On October 14th, we have a unique opportunity to participate in a pivotal moment in Australia's history. It's an invitation to vote for a significant change in our Constitution – one that acknowledges and respects the First Nations Peoples of this land by establishing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice.

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