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.
Your mental shortcuts might be cutting progress off at the knees
Leadership that holds—when you’re face planting the wall
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.
Why good intentions don’t cut it when stakeholders feel unsafe
Years ago, I was supporting the Director-General of Queensland Health to engage communities across the state about proposed national health reforms.
Why calm leadership falls short when emotions and uncertainty run high
During times of uncertainty, we often celebrate leaders who remain composed and grounded. But calm isn’t always contagious.
Leadership at Altitude—and Around the Table
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.
What’s pulling at the wheel of your leadership?
When my daughter was younger—toddler, preschool, early primary—she was… intense. Determined. Stubborn. Unshakably sure of her own mind.
The cracks weren’t loud, but they were there
Read the context, not just the crisis. Let your next decision be shaped by what matters, not just what’s most visible.
Why The Road Was Familiar, But The Damage Was Unexpected
Where I live, it’s been raining nearly every weekend for months. Not the soft, misty kind—the kind that soaks deep and rips bitumen to shreds.
Everyone had a plan. No one had the same one.
The Reality Behind the Restructure Two teams had just been merged under one executive. On paper, the restructure made sense—consolidate delivery, reduce duplication, unlock momentum. But that’s not what happened.…
You’re on the hook. But not in control.
You’re accountable for the landing, but you’ve got no access to the controls. That’s not a metaphor—that was my daily reality leading a 350-reform health transformation.