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Why not you? BHP’s commitment to an inclusive hiring process
Joining a big operation like BHP can feel overwhelming. But some welcome company transparency can deliver insights and increase your chance of success.
Is it harder to succeed at work as a woman over 50? Not at these companies
The stories and employers we share in this article are a testament to the transformative impact of inclusion in the workplaces for women of all ages.
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How to tell your boss you’re pregnant
Our Co-founder and CEO recently received a message from someone in the WORK180 community. The sender was nervous about telling her boss that she’s pregnant and asked the question… “How do I get the confidence to tell my manager? Should I tell her about the previous...
Straight-shooting and unstoppable
Amelia Forbes is hard to pin-down. An ex-pro athlete who tried her hand as a professional snowboarder (‘that didn’t work out - but it was fun!’), Amelia decided to pursue another long-time passion - technology. Today, Amelia speaks to us as Change Agent, Disruptor,...
A Burning Flame and No Red Tape
‘Robot Queen’, ‘Code Wrangler’ and ‘Pancake Stack Developer’. These are just some of the funky job titles you’ll come across at web development corporation, Automattic. The titles reflect the truly colourful nature of a company made up of 900 ‘Automatticians’ who log...
Introducing ‘Everyone Culture’
Cathy joined BAE Systems Australia in 2001, signing a nine month contract as an HR Advisor. The rest, as they say, is history. As the company expanded and evolved, so did Cathy’s role. Over eighteen years later, Cathy speaks to us from the front-line of diversity and...
Gender diversity: it’s about men too!
When Julie joined TransGrid, she was tasked with developing D&I within the company; an area of the business that was just beginning to take form. “It was a really exciting time to join. The Board, the CEO and the Executive were involved with D&I. However, they...
Earning the White Helmet: A Blazing Career as a Firefighter
Meet Sharnte, a woman who has always envisaged being a firefighter - and has worked seriously hard to make it happen. A journey of blood, sweat and tears. Sharnte is the first to admit that her journey has not been a walk in the park. Growing up on Bribie Island, she...
From a spark to a lightning storm: Schneider Electric’s journey towards diversity
Schneider Electric’s Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) champions share why engaging with people from all walks of life is a core business strategy. Hear their guidance on how to carry the D&I torch. Schneider Electric (SE) was founded in 1836; just as the dust was...
Supporting graduates through parenthood
Little did I know 4 years ago, that joining TAL would be the best decision I would make for my career and family. When I first accepted a role at TAL as a Customer Experience Specialist, it wasn’t the linear or expected progression one would have anticipated for me. I...
It’s not ‘Why?’ It’s ‘Why not?’
Great conversations are a central tenet for the success of flexible working at RiseSmart. Businesses are made up of people and people like to connect. For RiseSmart, connecting, sharing and talking about flexible working is embedded in their DNA. Peggy Vosloo,...