I’ve had too many conversations with women who tell me they felt they became invisible at 50. Certainly, there is a lot of truth to this idea, it does happen. But I also believe there is an incredibly powerful flip side, a flip side that honours the experience and wisdom of these women and also […]
What’s age got to do with social impact? Read More
After focusing my attention on regional and economic development for the past 7 years my return to the social impact world in the context of regional Australia has been somewhat disappointing – why? It’s simple. Nothing has changed. Of course there are flurries of activity surrounding champion regional enterprises and even some communities – but
Ecosystems of change: Why things don’t change in the regions Read More
Did you live in a share house in your earlier days? Some of my best young adult memories and lifelong friendships were built in share houses. Yes of course there were the messy flatmates, the ones that didn’t pay bills on time, the party animals and the downright disruptive. But what better way to meet
Why we won’t share our homes (really) Read More
Recently I spoke with Jimmy Burroughes about going through a break up and becoming a single mum while in a senior leadership position and what I learned from my experience that inspired the development of a truly family friendly workplace. (click on the image to hear the podcast episode) Kudos to the board I worked
How to support your staff through a break up Read More