The latest wellness report and what it means for wellbeing in your workplace
Australians spend on average 1/3 of their lives at work, which can be exhausting, draining, uninspiring and unengaging when organisations don’t support their teams’ wellbeing at work. The latest Wellness Report from Employment Hero surveyed over 1000 people from around Australia between 12 April to 1 May 2024, asking them about their mental health, professional […]
Why Curiosity is a Critical Leadership Skill
We all know soft skills are no longer negotiables of effective leaders. We know them as empathy, showing care, listening skills, self-awareness and more. But what about the ability to be curious? Curiosity is the cornerstone of effective leadership. In a world where change is constant and teams are increasingly diverse, a leader’s ability to […]
7 Strategies to Overcome Those New Leader Jitters
Stepping into a new leadership role is an exhilarating and challenging journey. You might be finding yourself, or someone you’ve recently promoted, feeling a little lost when it comes their new role, a new set of expectations, and a new set of responsibilities. Everyone experiences these emotions, even experienced leaders. This exciting transition into leadership […]
Going From Colleagues to Community
Workplaces are a type of community, yet not all workplaces feel like that. But how can team members feel a sense of community? How does a leader or organisation create that sense? What needs to happen, on an individual, team and company level? This has been a challenge for leaders in recent years. With many teams working in a […]
Wellbeing is No Corporate Band Aid
Why wellbeing programs are essential for sustainable organisational success. Are you focusing on your employee’s wellbeing? Do you take the time to understand how they’re really doing? The importance of employee wellbeing has never been more critical. Many organisations view wellbeing programs as a mere band-aid fix — a temporary solution to deeper issues. However, […]
The Transformative Power of Coaching
When you think of upskilling, do you think of coaching? To become a leader well-equipped to handle challenging situations, learn to foster a culture of wellbeing, and build high-performing teams, consider coaching. Coaching goes beyond traditional leadership techniques and delves deep into encouraging behaviour change and growth. This thought piece, inspired by our first Leadership […]
The FAQs of Workplace Culture and Wellbeing
The link between corporate culture and employee wellbeing is growing increasingly significant. Wellbeing programs — extending far beyond just gym memberships — are rapidly becoming organisational priorities due to the benefits they offer both individuals and employers, inside and outside the workplace. So, how can you implement a strategic and purposeful wellbeing initiative that benefits […]
Mental Wellbeing at Work: 5 Trends You Need to Know About
Workplace wellbeing is a challenge that is here to stay. In light of recent pressures, cost of living increases, interest rates, housing affordability and more, the workplace has become an environment where team members are seeking more than a weekly pay check. This has been the trend for years now, as we see new generations […]
Soft Skills are the Next Big Thing
In today’s rapidly evolving workplace landscape, soft skills have become the next ‘big thing’ as organisations strive to adapt to the needs of team members and leaders. Soft skills include a wide range of interpersonal abilities such as communication, empathy, understanding, and mentoring skills. These are all essential for fostering effective leadership and building a positive organisational […]
Mastering the Meeting
As leaders we’ve all been in those frustrating situations where we host a meeting in order to drive a project forward, however, we fail to get the outcomes we were hoping to get. In some cases, this might be because participants are not prepared, or don’t understand why they are there – leaving them susceptible […]
