I’ve never considered myself exceptionally Brave. And yet there is a special kind of bravery I see in the midst of COVID that goes beyond the frontline health workers and those calling the shots, however well intentioned. And while I’m not entertaining a debate about the vaxxed vs. the unvaxxed,
Leaders everywhere are catching their breath this February. There’s still a lot going on: COVID, Budget prep and BAU. All in all it’s become ‘CAU’ – change as usual. That’s why now, during February we have an opportunity, a window as it were, to be intentional with our focus. My
The Language You Use Can Make Such a Huge Difference to Your Recruitment Interviews and Performance Review sessions. I have this framework that I use for my calls with coaching clients when we’re reviewing what’s worked well and what their objectives are for the future. It’s really simple and
[Quote] “Don’t let self-sufficiency, fear or pride get in the way of changing for the better.” Fear is too often a key driver in business. The fear of NOT getting something done; the fear of LETTING someone down; the fear of MISSING a deadline; the fear of FAILING; the fear
Professional Speakers Australia Annual Convention of course! If you are an expert in any field you would strategically align yourself with the industry peak body representing your area of expertise, right? Same for professional speakers. Entrepreneurs with a message – those communicators and subject matter expert‘s who inform, inspire
Start with the end in mind. The Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry has yielded a whole serious of recommendations, that without accountability, and a systematic shift in how values inform strategic and operational planning, recruitment and performance management and clear action plans, may not go far enough.
“If this is OUR shared history and we are really ONE, WHY would WE celebrate a day marked by such atrocities?” Australia Day evokes many emotions across our country, and at this time in our collective history, the Long Weekend celebrations are underpinned by deeper issues for our First Nation
It’s often the little things that cause Leaders angst. Like the time taken to simply sign an electronic document, when you don’t have your signature image loaded on your computer. You may ask yourself, Do I try and sign on my touchpad with no stylus? Wait I have a stylus –
And your team member is not your child. And yet, healthy workplaces do function like families – perfectly imperfect. Giving and taking, recognising the shift in family dynamics and caring responsibilities. Our household is a blended family and prioritising time with our kids, who are all adults now, remains vital to
“Hi, how can I help you,” asked my colleague when I answered his unexpected phone call. “Hi there, what do you mean?,” I replied “You sent me an email asking for help,” he said “Ah, no I didn’t. What are you referring to?,” I asked “An email came in. Looks