A typical work day (from the other side of the world)

A typical work day (from the other side of the world)

At the beginning of March I left a snow covered London for a life in New Zealand. Now I work remote, trading the view of a weird hand sculpture in the building opposite for a view of the ocean and a few volcanoes. The time difference between Auckland and London is...
Why keeping in touch is good for your brand

Why keeping in touch is good for your brand

In 2018, everyone is a brand. People spend hours curating their personal and professional image on social media platforms and in real life. But, what happens to that professional brand when a woman goes on maternity leave? This dilemma is particularly interesting amid...
Adopting the right mindset for your return to work

Adopting the right mindset for your return to work

For many people, September brings with it that old ‘back to school’ feeling – a sense of fresh starts, renewed energy and optimism. And, of course, September is a great time to kickstart your return to work journey as companies tend to start hiring again after the...
Six strategies to take ownership of your career

Six strategies to take ownership of your career

Of three things guaranteed to rock you in life, I got them all at once. On the cusp of my forties, I had a baby, my relationship abruptly ended and I lost my job within the first two weeks of maternity leave. It was a trifecta of terror, and I spent my already...
Why are there so few women in IT?

Why are there so few women in IT?

The following speech was given at the Females In IT International Women’s Day Sydney Luncheon on 25 March 2015. It’s a great pleasure to be welcoming you all to the Females In IT International Women’s Day Sydney Lunch on transforming the future for women in ICT....