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Why diversity & inclusion start with the power of connection
A fast, reliable internet connection means far more than streaming the latest shows. nbn™ knows the true power of connecting people.
How one tech leader soared to success with South32
Where could tackling your fears lead you? Sarah Braund shares how overcoming hers led to a passionate career at South32.
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Announcement: We’re making our commitment to ALL women even clearer
While words alone are not enough to change the world, it’s important to choose the right ones when communicating what you stand for. That’s why WORK180 has made a small but significant change to the title granted to the trailblazing organizations we work with; our...
How to succeed as a Refugee, a Student, and as a BOC Intern
We all wear many hats in our lives - fulfil different roles. We’re someone’s child but might be someone else’s sibling; an employee to one person, but a student to another. Partner, neighbor, friend… the list goes on and on. Then there are the hats or titles no one...
Teaching others to thrive – Poly
Kristi McColgan is the Head of Global Sales Enablement Programs at Poly. It’s an exciting new role for her, offering opportunities to shape how Poly’s products are delivered to the world. When we first saw Kristi’s profile, we thought sales was something she was born...
Building a career through innovation
Anna Leite came to Australia for what was meant to be two years, fell in love with the country, and never left! Her confidence and ability to be brave in her life and career have seen her break barriers as a woman in the construction industry, and she’s continuing to...
Own your career – Highlights from women leaders at Commonwealth Bank
Commonwealth Bank asked some of their leaders what “owning their careers” means to them and uncovered some great insights and advice on developing a meaningful career. Discover how these women have owned their careers and achieved their professional goals by bringing...
A flexible career in a business critical role
Natalie Ayoub is a perfect example of how flexible working and business-critical roles go together. Natalie has been with Ericsson for eight years as a Commercial Manager. She has the important role of leading large and complex contract negotiations with leading...
Choose to Challenge
International Women’s Day this year is all about #ChooseToChallenge. We can all choose to challenge and call out gender bias and inequality. We can all choose to seek out and celebrate women's achievements. Collectively, we can all help create an inclusive world....
How to create a career you care about – QFES
Joanne Greenfield is the first female Assistant Commissioner in the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES). Her varied background gives her a range of skills to bring to the job, and as a values-led organisation going through change, they needed the best on...
How to succeed in IT
IT has traditionally been seen as a male dominated area, but QSuper know that enabling women to thrive in IT brings in more diversity of thought and makes individuals, teams and the organization itself more successful. We spoke to 15 women succeeding in the QSuper...