#44 Weekend reads – tips for first-time speakers at IWD21
On the 9th of March, and throughout the month, thousands and thousands of women will be giving public speeches, the majority for the very first time.
If you don’t like someone on social media, just move on
One of the things I tell everyone I work with is this. Don’t worry about the social media participation you don’t like – how can you possibly like everything?
#43 Weekend reads – reflecting back, asking for help
It is alarming to see the scale of impact on the local community in Thailand. It is quite simply devastating. All developing countries are experiencing this
#42 Weekend reads – remember 12 months ago? What a year
This time last year, I had just attended the Queen and Adam Lambert concert in Melbourne. It was definitely a kind of magic.
Calling all mental health professionals to lead socially
A huge issue all around the world, is mental health. This is due to the pandemic and the associated economic fall-out, and by all accounts, it’s not going to be over anytime soon.
#41 Weekend reads – aspirational marketing has got to go
If you’ve been paying attention to the climate crisis, you’ll appreciate we’re in big trouble and have to make a lot of changes, fast. Aspirational marketing is definitely one of those changes
Environment and climate crisis reference materials and articles 2021 – constantly updating
In 2020, I gathered all of the environment and climate crisis information into one blog, which I updated every week. Here is the new blog for 2021, which I will update weekly.
#40 Weekend reads – it’s gotten so quiet
Have you noticed how quiet it is in the media these days? There’s definitely still lots going on for sure, but we don’t have the chaos, rage and misdirection we’ve been experiencing for a number of years.
#39 Weekend reads – two stories, one confusing, the other inspired
Two stories (or maybe themes) got my attention this last week. The first is the ramping up of climate crisis commentary, and Game Stop.
#38 Weekend reads – a reminder to seize your moments
There has been a lot of beauty in the media and across our social channels for the glorious gift of words Amanda Gorman gave us at the 2021 US Inauguration. It was a truly remarkable moment
CEOs have been called to lead, we all have – Edelman Trust Barometer
The Edelman Trust Barometer 2021 is definitely the most compelling report in its 21 year history. Check it out
#37 Weekend reads – trust is an issue, a big one
The news and analysis from the US Capitol rampage has certainly been eye opening. As more and more footage and information comes to light, one thing that struck me is
#36 Weekend reads – a whole lot of cray cray
Was anyone surprised by what happened in the US Capitol this week? I have to be honest, my only real surprise was it wasn’t bigger, more violent and a lot more deadly.
#35 Weekend reads – it’s a year to be courageous, join me
Well here we are, a new year, new hope, and a chance to start all over after a grueling 2020. So Happy New Year my friends and thank you for sticking with me and supporting me all these years.
18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile made it to the Best LinkedIn Books of All Time
18 Steps to an All-Star LinkedIn Profile had been included in Book Authorities 22 Best New LinkedIn eBooks To Read In 2021 AND was also listed under the category 100 Best LinkedIn Books of All Time. Thank you Book Authority.
#34 Weekend reads – the positive side of social media has been on display
Christmas is done for another year, and while we missed the opportunity to share it with family, we had great friends over for some seasonal cheer, which was lovely
#33 Weekend reads – and we start the festive season wind down
We are all facing a challenging festive season – in many different ways. Some will struggle because they can’t be with families
Social leadership for beginners
For a number of years I’ve been working with the world’s largest companies to help executive leadership teams and the wider employees embrace a social leadership mindset. It is a privilege and a joy to do this.
#32 Weekend reads – are you paying attention to Artificial Intelligence?
Are you paying attention to Artificial Intelligence or AI? Do you understand how it will become part of every aspect of our lives?
#31 Weekend reads – the imbalance of the festive season
This festive season and into 2021, could you make a commitment to a charitable organisation, as food uncertainty and famine is on the rise
#30 Weekend reads – how’s your spirit this week?
This last week, someone special said to me: my spirit is very low this week. It’s such a heartbreaking thing to hear, but as she said it, I realized that yes, my spirit has been pretty low too.
Don’t miss this time for reflection
It feels like we’ve all been given a big time out since this pandemic began and sent to our rooms, asked to reflect and consider the world we create out the other side of this crisis.
#29 Weekend reads – hope and deep sadness
There is hope and deep sadness in the world this week, as the pandemic rages on, disrupting annual festivities
Environment reference materials and articles from 2020 – constantly updating
A constantly updated list of news, information and research on the issue of our time – the climate crisis
#28 Weekend reads – wasn’t it nice to feel hope?
It was a great week, a hopeful weeks, and while lots of shenanigans continue, we’ll get there. Keep the faith
#27 Weekend reads – well it’s definitely an election like no other!!
An election like no other, and while I know everyone thought it was a nail biter, I’ve been confident all along in a Biden/Harris win. Why was I so confident?
The story of this time will be about creativity and innovation + resilience
Dreams have been dashed, careers lost and fear continues to rise. The longer it goes on, the harder it will be.
#26 Weekend reads – two days until the US Election
We’re almost there, down to the wire with the election just two days away – intense or what? Please, please, please America, vote for the future and that means, Joe Biden!
#25 Weekend reads – a change really is as good as a holiday
I’ve been doing my weekend reads for nearly six months and it seems people are valuing it, which is awesome. I took a week off this week
#24 Weekend reads – a week of the blues
I’ve found it hard this week and admit to being a bit blue. A sign of the times for sure, but it’s impossible for this situation not to get on top of you!
The state of our planet 2020 – a few highlights so far
The COVID19 pandemic is not the only crisis we face. The last decade was earth’s hottest on record. Since 1970, we have lost 68% of the population size of mammals, birds, fish, amphibians and reptiles.
#23 Weekend reads – a fly and women’s extra mile
Did you ever think we would live in a world where the global news focused on a fly? Not only that, we now have multiple Twitter handles
#22 Weekend reads – well that’s a turn of events…
What a week in the news!! First we have Trump’s tax returns; then Brad Parscale has a meltdown; followed by a shambolic first debate with Joe Biden
If you don’t like social media, here’s three things you can do about it
My overarching feeling is The Social Dilemma missed something really really important. The human aspect.
#21 Weekend Reads – keep the faith my friends, keep the faith
The RBG news went from sorrow, to outrage, to fear and then political momentum started to move in the right direction faster than I’ve ever seen it happen before.
#20 Weekend reads – RIP Ruth Bader Ginsburg, respect
It was heartbreaking waking to the news that RBG has left us. But what a lady? What a legacy!
#19 Weekend reads – a week of rest after months of focus
Something that has always helped me stay positive, engaged, hopeful and energized is to get busy.
Why purpose, intention and love must be at the center of influence today
If you are ready to stand up for what you believe in, now is the time to put your brave boy/girl pants on and do it
8 tips for managing email communication better
To keep the honest feedback flowing, another bug bear I’d like to highlight is email. Remember the days when email was manageable?
#18 Weekend reads – exhausted, elated, happy
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