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Why women hate politics?
Women hate politics not because of the policies or the long working hours and not because of the demands on them or their families. Women hate politics because the toxic behaviours that have become the norm are as appealing as last week’s fish market. I wonder if we had two women going head to head for the Prime Ministership, would they carry out their campaigns in the same way as ScoMo and Shorten are? Would they rubbish each other’s policies or perhaps have conversations about the future in more enlightening ways? Would they avoid answering questions or potentially be frank [...]
The Integrity Factor: How we recover from failed trust
As the Royal Commission is uncovering the devastating truths behind past indiscretions and dishonest practices, many people are reeling in shock at the extent of the damage, hurt and cost of the unconscionable behaviours and actions. Once the findings are in the public domain, the culprits are punished and new systems are enforced we trust that organisations and leaders will commit to safeguarding the health and financial safety for which all Australians are entitled. We also trust these long overdue laws will change cultures, behaviours and mindsets. But it will take more than laws and intent – it will take [...]
National HR Summit – The rise of the fearless CHRO Panel
Delighted to moderate a Panel discussion ‘The rise of the fearless CHRO’ as part of the HRD Australia – National HR Summit in Sydney. Many thanks to the talented and impressive panellists who generously shared their insights and experience with the audience and made my role as moderator very rewarding. Thanks Liam Hayes – Chief People Officer at Aurecon, Erica Traicos – Chief People & Culture Officer at GMHBA and Cathy Doyle – Group Executive HR Corporate Affairs & Workplace at Rabobank Australia #HRsummitAU @HRDAustralia #leadershipisindividual Find out more about Ricky moderating your next panel
How career conversations can catapult your business!
Career Conversations are the sweet spot where current roles and future careers intersect. They are a forum where ambitious goals as well as technical expertise can be discussed in honest and constructive ways and allow people to align their aspirations with their organisations strategy and plans for growth. The best conversations happen when both manager and reviewee have shared responsibility and ownership in the conversation and outcomes yet the reviewee is the major shareholder and contributor. After all, who is more responsible for their career than one self, right? Effective outcomes are usually reached when these conversations become part of [...]
Gender neutral makes for perfect balance
While some countries celebrate International Women’s Day with a public holiday, others may simply ignore it, or give it politically correct lip service. Same for organisations. Some have big events and spend big money. Others just reiterate key themes – this year’s being “#BetterforBalance”. Nice in theory – but sadly, less in practice. Some women feel more connected with their female colleagues while others feel that the day has no real long-term benefit. A bit like a gluten free biscuit on a bed of full cream chocolate. Why is it that we need to celebrate on one day, believing this [...]
What have we learnt from the Banking Royal Commission?
As the Banking Royal Commission uncovers the devastating truths behind past indiscretions and dishonest practices, many people are reeling in shock at the extent of the damage, hurt and cost of the unconscionable behaviours and actions. Once the findings are in the public domain, the culprits are punished and new systems are enforced, we trust that organisations and leaders will commit to safeguarding the health and financial safety for which all Australians are entitled. We also trust these long overdue laws will change cultures, behaviours and mindsets. But it will take more than laws and intent? Everyone will need to [...]