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Forging your legacy: how to cultivate a strong employer brand and company culture

In today’s increasingly competitive business landscape, developing a robust employer brand and company culture is more vital than ever. A powerful employer brand can be the linchpin in your recruitment efforts, aiding in attracting top-tier talent, fostering employee satisfaction, and bolstering overall productivity. According to a study by LinkedIn (2021), a strong employer brand can […]

The crucial role of situational leadership in complex organisations

The crucial role of situational leadership in complex organisations

Effective leadership hinges on the capacity to utilise a diverse array of styles, adapting them to best suit the prevailing circumstances. Situational leadership emphasises that the ideal leadership approach varies depending on the context, and no single style is universally effective. Global research on leadership styles In his groundbreaking article, “Leadership that Gets Results,” Daniel […]

How to identify emerging leaders in non-leadership roles

While succession planning is an embedded process in most large organisations, rarely is this extended beyond existing leaders. Research suggests emerging talent is generally the most at risk of leaving if not engaged in the talent planning process. Recent data from Work Institute’s Retention Report estimates that it costs as much as 33% of a […]

How to plan a great career at any age or stage

Planning your career is not something you should set and forget. It is an important part of any stage in your life or career and can help drive your next promotion, the leadership opportunity you’ve been chasing or to make a complete career shift. Career planning is the continuous process of proactively managing and mapping […]

How to ensure your digital footprint enhances not hinders your career

What digital footprint are you leaving behind? With most of the world active across various social media platforms and online networking sites, it can be easy to forget that what you put online about yourself leaves an impression that can be difficult to erase. So, if you’re ready to jump into a new role, shift […]

10 steps for success in an executive job interview

Whether you’re already an executive or looking toĀ jumpĀ to an executive role, there are some important steps to cover when preparing for your job interview. Knowing what to prepare is key to help you standĀ outĀ from other candidates and convey you are the best person for the role. According to Forbes Magazine, organisational thinking has shifted dramatically […]

10 potential traps to overcome in CEO succession planning

CEO succession planning is one of the most important responsibilities of a board but planning and effecting a successful CEO transition can have its complications. A global survey conducted in 2020 discovered that 56% of Australian and New Zealand companies did not have a contingency plan for CEO succession, 23% did not regularly discuss CEO […]

5 characteristics of charismatic leaders that will motivate employees

As a leader, it is important to inspire and motivate your employees, increase their employee engagement and drive performance.Ā Adopting a charismatic style of leadership is one way to encourage your employees to stretch beyond their abilities and is often considered a powerful way to lead. Charismatic leaders are extremely influential and enjoy taking risks. They […]

5 top tips to be a hybrid-working champion

The disruptive and unprecedented nature of Covid-19 has transformed traditional work contexts and created an opportunity for flexibility and change. 2020 rapidly accelerated our understanding and adoption of remote working. It is clear now that there are a range of hybrid working environments that have begun to emerge, which require us to reimagine where and […]

Our top tips to update your LinkedIn profile

The days of a static and standalone resume on LinkedIn are long gone. The platform is where Facebook and Instagram were years ago and the ability to reach, connect and impact is still very much achievable. Social Media Perth has a great resource with the ultimate and up-to-date list of LinkedIn statistics, which reveals LinkedIn’s […]