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Meet the conveyancer who brings military know-how to his successful business
Nic Gould is deploying expertise and empathy from a career in the military to build a successful network of conveyancing firms in Queensland.
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The importance of cultivating connections in conveyancing
Communications and behavioural expert Grazina Fechner on mastering the art of connecting with people.
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How podcasting powers this high-growth conveyancing firm
Conveyancing firm founder Kiani Mills uses her weekly update to reach thousands of listeners to showcase inspiring people to help listeners.
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BETTER. FASTER. STRONGER
The Self-Improvement Issue. How to unlock opportunities. How to connect with customers.
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Business coach-turned conveyancer Trent Taylor reveals his success secrets
Skilled Conveyancing CEO Trent Taylor talks to Australian Conveyancer about his unique approach to business coaching and training – and how it has brought success to the growing team
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Conveyancing is a numbers game
Three major players in the conveyancing sector tell Australian Conveyancer why M&A is on the mind of businesses and sole traders who are dealing with a perfect storm of pressures.
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Why Victorian conveyancers’ race to the bottom hurts everyone
Conveyancers must compete with firms offering unrealistic bottom-of-the-barrel pricing, plus increased financial burdens and compliance responsibility
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Staying connected and staying on top
The conveyancing industry is in a continued state of change these days, say AIC Victoria vice-president Linda Cameron. But there is at least one constant amidst the evolution … the highly experienced practitioner’s passion for passing on her knowledge.
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Five ways to find the perfect partner
A successful and smooth property sales transaction is the result of numerous professional stakeholders working in harmony and in the best interests of vendors and buyers. It’s the engine room that navigates the required detail of title searches and legal obligations that support the often-emotional element of a real es
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Reminder of what makes us special
Workplace culture is often a difficult concept to describe, other than to say you know it’s special when everything just clicks. It speaks to the heart and soul of a business: what makes it tick and how people interact with each other and engage in their work. With unity comes strength. There is power in […]
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Preparation and peak performance
On the need to work smarter, US president Abraham Lincoln (1861-1865) once said: “Give me eight hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first six of them sharpening my axe”. Meticulous preparation was central to his message about achieving success at the time. One hundred and sixty years later, Lincoln’s sentime
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Essential bookkeeping
Bookkeeping for your conveyancing business will always be a routine job. Whether you outsource your bookkeeping or do it yourself, you still need to be aware of and in control of your business’ financials consistently. While there are many parts of bookkeeping that can be outsourced, here are four tips you can use to e
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SEO and Amplifying Reach
You could have the best product or service in the world, but as Phil Knight, co-founder of shoe giant Nike once said: “If nobody knows about it, what’s the point?” Search engine optimisation is a vital tool for any business seeking to boost online visibility and clicks. SEO helps your website shoot to the top […]
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Brand Positioning
One of the most successful investors of the 20th century, Warren Buffett said it takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. “If you think about that,” he cautioned, “you’ll do things differently.” A strong brand is crucial for business success. Branding shows who you are, what you stand for, […]
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Customer Feedback
Since the dawn of time, word-of-mouth has been a powerful marketing tool. It may seem like a no-brainer, but customers who have had a positive experience with a business can help bolster its reputation simply by talking about it. That’s why gathering positive customer feedback can be so valuable for your conveyancing f
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Conveyancers being their best selves
When it comes to life’s most stressful events, buying a house is up there. That is why a customer’s experience with their conveyancer is all the more important. Conveyancing is a competitive industry, but guiding your client through the process with minimal stress, clear transparency and efficiency, can give you that c
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Marketing 101
World renowned management guru Peter Drucker once said the aim of marketing is to know and understand the customer so well, the product or service sells itself. Marketing makes customers aware of your services, helps your business to engage with, attract and retain customers, and drives profit and growth. In other word
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Ann tech-savvy and heartfelt approach to customers
Ann Blannin-Ferguson was elected Australian Institute of Conveyancers NSW president a year ago, bringing four decades of expertise to her significant advocacy role. Time has taught her so much and Ann has evolved as a practitioner and as a leader of people along the way.
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QLS enters a new era: Help where it’s needed
Matt Dunn stepped into the role of CEO at the Queensland Law Society in March, having served an ‘apprenticeship’ dating back almost two decades. The Tasmanian native’s long tenure with the society – punctuated by a stint at the Law Council of Australia – has already seen him spend 13 months as acting chief executive. Now he is ready to tackle the role for real. Australian Conveyancer sat down with Matt to hear about the many challenges facing lawyers in Queensland and his plans for practical advice and guidance for the industry.
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Conveyancers: We’re cooked
Working in a high pressure, time-poor, multi-tasking environment, many Australian conveyancers are at risk of reaching burnout if they don’t heed the warning signs and learn how to deal with them, according to health and industry experts. With the Australian property market at near-record high clearances and conveyance
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Easing paint points and making dreams a reality
Melbourne-based conveyancer Melissa Barlas runs the premium conveyancing service Conveyed for individuals, couples and families buying, selling or transferring property. With more than 10 years’ industry experience, she also runs the popular The First Home Show podcast, which gives listeners tips for buying a property for the first time. In the wake of International Women’s Day, Australian Conveyancer sat down with Melissa to find out how she juggles demands of being a successful businesswoman and podcaster.