I’m one of millions of people around the world who have jumped on the Mel Robbins bandwagon. I don’t listen to every podcast or interview, but many of her life lessons really resonate with me. In particular, these three have stuck: Lately, I’ve been thinking about how these ideas play out in the workplace - […]
How does your coaching style shape the performance and culture of your team? With footy finals fever in the air, the AFL winner known and the NRL premier yet to come, it’s a great time to consider what type of coach you are, and what sort of team you are building. Is it a winning […]
Diversity and inclusion (D&I) might seem like corporate buzzwords that get thrown around but in reality, they’re good business. Whether you’re running a construction crew, a dental practice, a manufacturing plant or a boutique winery, creating a workplace where people feel respected and included leads to stronger teams and better outcomes. What is diversity? Diversity […]
When we think about absenteeism, most of us jump straight to colds, flu, or family emergencies. Sure, those happen but if you’re a business leader noticing a pattern of increasing sick days, last-minute no-shows, or “I just can’t today” messages, it might be time to look a little closer at what’s happening behind the scenes. […]
It’s one of the most quoted truths in the business world: People don’t leave jobs — they leave managers. And yet, despite most of us knowing this, too many businesses still overlook the impact that poor management can have on team morale, engagement, and retention. Whether you're running a team of ten or a workforce […]
As a business owner or leader, you’ve likely experienced that moment when a once-dependable team member begins to drift - their spark has gone, their performance is slipping, their interactions are strained. It’s frustrating, worrying, and unfortunately, not uncommon. Disengagement affects every industry. We have seen similar patterns across clients in all sectors including NDIS assistance, hospitality, building, warehousing, retail, allied health, finance […]
Once upon a time, flexible work was seen as a perk - a sweetener to lure in top talent or a hard earned reward for long-term loyalty or seniority. Fast forward to 2025, and it’s not just a bonus anymore. It’s a baseline expectation. Across industries and across generations, Australian workers are rethinking what they […]
Employee turnover is an inevitable aspect of business operations, but when key talent departs, the repercussions extend far beyond just filling a vacancy. The departure of experienced employees can result in the loss of valuable knowledge and experience along with disruption to team dynamics. Then there are the costs associated with recruiting and training replacements […]
When it comes to being a great leader, many qualities get their well-deserved spotlight: confidence, vision, empathy, resilience… you get the drift. Yet one essential quality that often flies under the radar is impartiality. Impartiality in leadership isn’t just about being “fair”; it’s about consistently making decisions based on principles rather than preferences. It’s the […]
As a business leader, have you ever sensed something is off with your team's performance, but you can’t quite pinpoint the cause? Maybe projects face unexpected hurdles, communication feels strained, or team morale is mysteriously low. These could be signs of a subtle yet damaging issue: silent undermining. This behaviour can corrode even the strongest […]
