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‘Fake it til you make it,’ and other terrible leadership advice
Buckle up for a journey through a jungle of dubious leadership advice and discover what real leaders in our community suggest instead.
Looking for an inclusive and diverse hiring experience?
Three women share their views on inclusion and diversity hiring at National Interstate and offer some tips for women breaking the glass ceiling
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Being your whole self at work with Alstom
Peta Hay always knew she was a bit different. Born Peter Hay, she had feminine features, curves and didn’t feel like she fit in. Peta had gender-reassignment surgery and is now a Trans Lesbian, but even that didn’t end her challenges. She didn’t think she would ever...
How to create your own personal ‘board of directors’ – EY
"I think it’s about layers of support that help women at Ernst & Young, Australia (“EY Australia”) grow. People who inspire and believe in you to build your voice and achieve your goals." Millie Hogben shares her mentorship journey at EY Australia. Millie has a...
Bridge to a bright energy future at Powerlink Queensland
"I can see that the years ahead in this industry are going to be fascinating and dynamic, and I’m keen to play my part to influence and shape the future," Jacqui Bridge on her new role as Executive General Manager Energy Futures with Powerlink Queensland. The resume...
Tips for returning to ‘work’ after kids
10 tips for returning to 'work' after parental leave As a mom of three, I’ve returned to ‘work’ on several occasions. Let’s get something straight before I go any further, going on parental leave does not mean you’re having a break from ‘work’ altogether. Being a...
What’s behind the badge? How WORK180 endorses employers
Our mission at WORK180 is to raise organizational standards so that all women can choose a workplace where they can thrive. As the Social Impact Lead for WORK180, it’s my job to work with the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Account Management team, and help our...
How Melbourne Water make job sharing work
Job sharing and thriving, two Senior Asset Practitioners are making this flexible option work for them. Job share arrangements, where responsibility for one full-time role is shared, can assist organizations like Melbourne Water to ensure the best available talent can...
From strength to strength at Knight Frank
The secret to Bobbette Scott’s happiness and success is her ability to find the silver lining in everything and always remain positive. As a well-respected member of Knight Frank’s business and Partner, Head of South Australia, Bobbette shared her career challenges,...
Empathy & Ambition: Can women in leadership have both?
“You need to be less ambitious.” Emma Pilbeam remembers being told this when she was just a graduate. She never forgot the way the word ‘ambitious’ was said, spat really, like it was a dirty word. But now, many years later, Emma finds herself as the General Manager...
Digging into why it’s an exciting time to be at Newcrest
Ria Sanz is the Chief Legal, Risk and Compliance Officer Newcrest Mining Limited. Ria is a seasoned executive with an extensive career in mining, manufacturing, construction, private healthcare and banking. She has expertise across Africa, the United States, Australia...