Author: Andrew Whalan
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7 Reasons Why Negotiation Should Be Fun
Negotiation should be fun. Here’s why: Both parties have the other’s best interest as an objective. Both parties openly state their interests and motivations. Both parties make and keep their promises. Both parties state their limitations and strengths. Both parties bring new perspectives to the negotiation. Both parties see negotiation as a means of building […]
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Terrorism in the Heart : Some Thoughts on the Boston Marathon Bombings
The aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombings is showing both the best and worst of humanity. I was amazed at the people who ran towards the bombing and began to help the victims regardless of danger to themselves. I was touched by the people who reached out to others regardless of any differences. I am deeply saddened by the loss of […]
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Asylum Seekers: The Real Story
“Welcome to the People Smuggler Hotline, how can I help you today?” “Hi, I’m wishing to leave my country and emigrate to a more wealthy country.” “We certainly can help you with that! Where were you thinking of travelling to?” “I’m after the country with the best asylum seeker deals.” “You’ve called at the exact […]
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What Does the Ultimately Downsized Government Do?
With the death of Margaret Thatcher, many people have been reflecting upon her legacy. Since her time as Prime Minister of Great Britain, governments of all colours have rolled back their dominance through spending cuts, tax cuts, withdrawal of services, privatisation and/or deregulation. As the GFC and its after effects continue, austerity is the new watch word. […]
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Just Stick to the Stereotype And Everything Will Be Fine (Sorry Heidi Victoria)
Recently here was a twitstorm over Heidi Victoria (the Victorian Minister for Women’s Affairs (Yes that is her real name!)) who made some comments assuming that only women were nurturers. As a man I took some offence and added my two cent’s worth to the discussion with the following: Now it looks like I‘m a feminist. Or […]
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An Abbott Recession Or Worse?
History unlearned has an unfortunate habit of repeating itself. Unfortunately, the present economic policies of the Abbott LNP will have historical long-term economic and social consequences. The following ready reckoner and broad analysis sets out the short and long term consequences of an Abbott LNP government. (Please note these commitments are not costed). Short Term […]
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What Do I Call You Again?
Some terms for addressing women and the pitfalls thereof: • Girly? Is this rural Australia in the 1950’s? • Madame? No I’m not the proprietor! • Mistress? No I’m not one of those! • Missy? Am I a spoil brat throwing a tantrum? • Princess? Nice try but you’re no Prince! • Miss? I’m not […]
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Turning Back The Boats Is IMPOSSIBLE (9 Reasons Why)
A few days after the election resulting in an LNP victory… A jubilant Tony Abbott, calls Scott Morrison, now the Immigration Minister into his office. “It’s Time! We must stop the boats!” “Tony. It’s my first day in the new job and I’m still learning the ropes. There’s been problems with the operational requirements. Hold on while […]
Andrew James Whalan 