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Effective Working From Home & Leadership Tips From An Ex-Army Soldier
This weekend we honoured ANZAC Day. While we had to remain physically distant, there was an element of connectedness by coming together…
This Ex-Army Officer’s Experience Shaped His Resilience & Discipline– Here’s How You Can Learn From Him
It’s been 12 years since Mike Whitelaw was living in a constant state of adrenaline and high pressure situations, never knowing what…
Leading Your Team Through Uncertain Times: Some Ideas From Us
To pivot: The action of turning around a point. If this is not the most used description of what we are all…
Sales Leaders Considering A Virtual Strategy: Some Considerations
In unprecedented and uncharted times, comes a need to be agile, to move with the times, to “pivot” your strategy to client…
How To Effectively Communicate Online During COVID-19
Many workplaces are sending their employees home due to the unprecedented and evolving environment we find ourselves in. This means verbal communication…
2 Lessons A Holiday In Bali Taught Me About Customer Service
I recently took a holiday in Bali– a rite of passage for most Australians. It’s my sixth time to Bali, and while I’ve…
If You’re Doing Things Without Passion, You’re Wasting Your Time
My phone rings at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday from an unknown number. Telemarketers, I think to myself. But I’d recently seen my…
How To Navigate The Four Behaviour Types At Work
We spend majority of our life at work– time that could be better spent with our dogs instead *insert crying emoji*. At least…
Does A Smile A Day Keep The Doctor Away? Sure Does, Says Research
It was recently World Smile Day. I’m a big fan of smiling– it doesn’t cost anything, and it leaves a lasting impression…
Three Ways To Deal With Difficult Colleagues
We’ve all experienced someone who drives us crazy at work *cue Fine Young Cannibals*. Maybe they decide tuna is a good lunch…
Resilience: Nothing Happens Until You Burn the Boats
My last article surrounded R U OK Day, and explored the idea of personal resilience. This week I want to discuss how…
Why R U OK, Is The Most Important Question You Can Ask Today
The suicide rate in Australia increases every year, particularly among men. According to the Black Dog Institute, “Suicide is the leading cause of death…