We’ve always said that although there are certainly some born leaders in our world, there are many more great leaders who have acquired and polished their leadership skills over a period of time. So, we know that with training, great leaders can be created. Modern training techniques have evolved to reach beyond the training room,
The Chair, Catherine Nolan founder of Gender Gap Gone Pascale Quester, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, The University of Adelaide Julie Wells, Vice-Principal Policy and Projects, University of Melbourne Janice Reid, Former Vice-Chancellor, University of Western Sydney Janice Reid
Typically, when we envision successful leaders, we think of people who are charismatic, who know how to take control of a room, and who are comfortable in positions of power. In fact, research suggests that extroversion is generally a strong predictor of successful leadership. Yet a new analysis of 25 studies, led by Dana Joseph,
Everybody makes mistakes—that’s a given—but not everyone learns from them. Some people make the same mistakes over and over again, fail to make any real progress, and can’t figure out why. “Mistakes are always forgivable, if one has the courage to admit them.” – Bruce Lee When we make mistakes, it can be hard
Throughout a career there are defining moments, ignition points that spark innovation and inspiration and propel us on the path towards leadership. But how do you recognise them? How can you create them? We have invited these inspirational senior engineering leaders to share their own leadership journeys, and reflect on those sometimes tiny, sometimes unexpected
Throughout a career there are defining moments, ignition points that spark innovation and inspiration and propel us on the path towards leadership. But how do you recognise them? How can you create them? And do you prepare to take the next step? We have invited these inspirational senior executive women to share their own
On your leadership journey, should you take a ladder or a compass? The answer depends on whether you are trying to build a career or have a fulfilling life. As David Brooks writes in The Road to Character, "Are you pursuing resume values or eulogy values?" When I graduated from college, I had the naive
When you think of your company’s values, what comes to mind? Do they serve as a compass for your organization? A manifesto? Do they hold any weight at all or are they meaningless words on a wall in the lobby of your building? Even worse, are the actions of your organization so misaligned with your
Picture: JODIE WIEGARD TWO of this year’s 37 first-year engineering undergraduates at La Trobe Bendigo are women. Not that it bothers 19-year-old Amy-Maree Lane of Robinvale. "I've always grown up doing not-typical-girl things,” the engineering student said “When I was home last weekend my Dad and I went out and practiced some welding, went four-wheel-driving…
Jo Burston. Photo: supplied. A mentor can be one of the most invaluable assets for any entrepreneur or person looking to drive their business or career forward. Mentors are a source of knowledge and critical to helping entrepreneurs grow and learn throughout the whole startup process. Jo Burston, CEO of Job Capital and
