Many organisations present a pretty picture to the outside world, but the culture is not so pretty. I find myself often asking if the marketing department of some of the large organsitions in Australia have any link to the reality of dealing with their organsitions. Sometimes that gap is enormous, and I’m left wondering why [...]
For several years now, CLT has volunteered time to developing women in STEM through the Homeward Bound project. In the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), women have historically been underrepresented. However, the tide is changing as more and more emerging women in STEM are breaking barriers and making significant contributions to these [...]
Where do your Management/Leadership team sit? Are they busy looking after BAU trying to keep their heads above water, on an even keel? Or are they making time to look to the future, plan, and challenge the status quo? I understand there are pros and cons of both approaches, but the question remains: 'Are you [...]
In today's dynamic and fast-paced world, the need for effective leadership is more crucial than ever before. Leadership, as a transferable skill, has the power to transcend industries and fields, enabling individuals to drive change and promote safety. While management focuses on maintaining processes and ensuring efficiency, leadership takes a broader approach, inspiring teams, fostering [...]
Knowing when you're ready for a promotion at work is a key step in advancing your career. It demonstrates your ambition, skills, and ability to take on greater responsibilities. If you're contemplating whether you're prepared for a promotion, consider the following factors to assess your readiness. Consistent Performance: Evaluate your track record in the [...]
I sometimes ponder this question, especially when I’m working with someone who is taking up a leadership role or a role where they need to engage or influence others. All our personalities carry our unique quirks, preferences, filters, triggers etc - some more extreme than others. Whilst we may accept this in ourselves and [...]
The current economic climate has caused many companies to face difficult decisions about their workforce. With the need to innovate, redirect to keep ahead of technology, reduce costs and streamline operations, some organizations have opted for the "fire and rehire" approach, which involves terminating existing employees and then hiring new ones with skills sets more [...]
There is nothing more frustrating than seeing a great team member promoted for their outstanding technical skills but fail to develop their interpersonal skills and underperform in their new role. We see it every day. Sometimes it presents itself in different formats, it’s a promotion that isn’t working out, it’s a change in [...]
We take so much for granted these days when it comes to communication - we do so much of it that we have lost some of its goals and objectives almost accepting that’s the way it is. When I was at school, I was taught the “basic communications model”, I’m sure you’ll remember it: [...]
Career Life Transitions Changing Gears workshops are really gathering momentum in WA, we have now put hundreds of people through the program and I’m being asked ‘what are the benefits to the employees and the business?’ From our every growing experience, we are finding some real trends: 1. People don't really understand Super, [...]
Dr Susan Roberts says: