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How this entrepreneur helped co-found a software company that remains true to its values and employees
Discover how Matilda Sarah helped co-found a software company that has found global success without losing touch with its mission and employees.
Does this resource company really live its values? An inside story
Stating corporate principles is great; embodying them is better. This Whitehaven Coal employee shares how their STRIVE values are always front and center.
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Loyalty or job hopping: What’s best for your career?
While longevity is still valued by many people, for the vast majority, it’s more common –and even expected– to move between different roles and companies to grow in your career. We spoke with Karen DeMello, Head of Digital Media Business Operations, at Woolworths...
What every parent ought to know about a career in mining
You might think being a single mother would hold your career back in a non-traditional industry such as mining. But you’d think wrong! Kate Bills is the General Manager – Sustainability, Marketing, and Communications for Sandvik. In her 12 years with the company,...
3 Ways to be the change you want to see
“I want a world for my daughters where they are seen as equal, where their diversity is welcomed, and they feel they belong.” Teeshal Bal moved to Australia from Malaysia more than 20 years ago and has since established an awe-inspiring career. With a background in...
7 Leadership tips for women in male-dominated fields
Are you passionate about providing value and opportunities to others? Do you have leadership aspirations for your career? Leadership is no easy feat, but it’s incredibly rewarding. At least, that’s what Ciara Doran believes. She’s General Manager Distribution for...
Why inclusion MUST be a strategic decision
More and more and more research shows that having more women in leadership roles has a positive impact on your bottom line. Boston Consulting Group showed similar impacts from other types of diversity – ethnicity, career background, and education. While it was once...
3 Ways BHP celebrates diversity and inclusion
There are so many creative and interesting ways workplaces are creating opportunities for people by celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). BHP is doing just that. By championing a variety of DEI initiatives, the company is promoting inclusiveness,...
Why I became a return employee to EY
“I found myself standing on the ferry at Circular Quay, staring at the EY building, wondering why I’d left. I started my EY job hunt that evening.” Thejani (TJ) De Silva had previously worked at EY in the Talent team before leaving to explore new opportunities within...
Who else wants to know if they’re good enough to work in tech?
Maybe you’re still deciding what it is you want to be “when you grow up”, and you’ve heard of all the jobs and earning potential in the tech sector. So, a small, quiet question whispers across your mind: “Am I good enough to succeed in tech?” Maybe you’re unfulfilled...
Key takeaways from our employer think tank: Closing the gender pay gap
To help even more organizations build and benefit from a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, this article details some of the key learnings from our recent EDGE (Employers Driving Gender Equity) think tank: Closing the gender pay gap. Part of ‘The Game...