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G’day, Leaders! Australian Bush Animals and Their Outback Leadership Styles

When it comes to leadership, the Australian bush is a treasure trove of inspiration. Our unique and colourful bush animals each possess distinctive qualities, which can offer valuable insights into various leadership styles. So, let’s take a lighthearted journey through the Aussie bush and explore the leadership lessons we can learn from our furry and […]

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Five Toxic Workplace Personalities and How to Defuse Their Powers

Introduction Picture this: you’re sipping your morning coffee at work when suddenly, the office gossip materialises at your side, armed with juicy rumours about your colleagues. Sound familiar? Toxic workplace personalities have the power to transform an otherwise pleasant working environment into a scene from a supervillain movie. This blog will unmask five common toxic […]

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Why Women in Leadership Matter: The Key to Unlocking Success in Business and Society

Are you aware that gender diversity in leadership roles can contribute to innovative problem-solving, improved financial performance, and increased employee satisfaction? Despite the overwhelming evidence supporting the benefits of having more women in leadership positions, many industries and organisations still lag behind in achieving gender diversity at the highest levels. So why do we need […]

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Stop People Pleasing: The Power of Setting Boundaries in Your Professional Life

People pleasing, also known as Super Helper Syndrome, is a term that is used to describe a person who goes above and beyond to help others, often at their own expense. This type of person may be a caregiver, a workmate, a friend, or a family member, and they may feel an intense desire to […]

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ChatGPT and Human Resources: Streamlining Employee Communications and Revolutionising Operations

If you haven’t heard about the latest tech revolution sweeping the world, you may well be living under that proverbial rock. ChatGPT is an advanced artificial intelligence language model that is designed to simulate human conversation. It uses a deep learning algorithm to analyse vast amounts of text data and generate human-like responses to questions […]

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Future of Work: How to Navigate The Changing Landscape and Succeed

With the ever-changing work landscape, being adaptable is now more important than ever. “Adapt or die”, said Charles Darwin, who established the theory of natural selection. While true for living things, it’s especially true for the work landscape. That’s why being adaptable gives anyone a competitive advantage in a dynamic environment. But first, how exactly […]

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3 Keys to Successful Difficult Conversations

3 Keys to Successful Difficult Conversations In this video, we dive into the 3 essential keys to successfully having difficult conversations as a manager. Whether you’re addressing performance issues or having a challenging conversation with a staff member, these tips will help you navigate these tough conversations with confidence and empathy. Learn how to communicate […]

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From Perfectionism to Productivity: 11 Strategies for Achieving Success and Balance

Kellie’s Perfectionism Story Kellie was a high-achiever and had always been a self-described perfectionist. She was a top performer at her job and took pride in the quality of her work. However, over time, her perfectionism had started to take a toll. She spent long hours at the office, constantly reworking projects and second-guessing herself. […]

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Breaking through impostor syndrome: How to feel confident and successful in your career

Are you feeling like a fraud in the workplace? Do you often feel like you don’t belong in the professional world, despite all the success you’ve achieved? If so, you may be experiencing impostor syndrome. This is a phenomenon where individuals doubt their accomplishments and feel undeserving of their successes. If you’ve been struggling with […]

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Navigating the Challenges of Leading Remote or Hybrid Teams: 14 Leadership Strategies

Are you a leader struggling to manage a remote or hybrid team? You are not alone. Leading these types of teams can be extremely challenging for several reasons. Let me give you a case study from a client. Sarah’s Team Story As the leader of a small marketing team, Sarah was used to managing a […]