As executive sponsor of a major ICT system rollout, I faced a project board full of senior stakeholders—each with competing priorities, and hundreds of deliverables buried in the procurement documents.

When people dig in, curiosity is the only thing that gets them to move. I’ve seen it turn adversaries into collaborators in hours—not months.

In 2003, Ducati re-entered MotoGP with a beginner’s mindset, focusing on learning rather than winning.

I was interested in trying out Microsoft’s AI offering, particularly its features for a secure environment, after learning how to get more out of ChatGPT.

There’s been a lot of media lately about a former senior union official now under serious scrutiny for their leadership of a prominent union.

Leadership that holds when everything shifts is like stepping into the eye of a cyclone—not to escape the storm, but to catch your breath, reset your bearings, and decide how to re-enter with purpose.

Years ago, I was supporting the Director-General of Queensland Health to engage communities across the state about proposed national health reforms.

During times of uncertainty, we often celebrate leaders who remain composed and grounded. But calm isn’t always contagious.

According to recent reporting, Qantas CEO Vanessa Hudson has been taking a notably hands-on approach to leadership—often choosing to fly economy, holding regular skip-level meetings, and spending time with crew on the ground. Her style stands in contrast to that of her predecessor, and it’s drawn attention for its understated presence.

When my daughter was younger—toddler, preschool, early primary—she was… intense. Determined. Stubborn. Unshakably sure of her own mind.