I created a plan to improve my soft skills and started looking at what kind of professional and personal development I could do. Maria Markman, Chair ACS Victoria. Maria Markman was a teenager living in Russia when her astute dad … Continue reading
“There’s a war for talent. Women need to go where they’re celebrated, not tolerated.” Rohini Kappadath, Senior advisor India Business Practice, KPMG. It was very refreshing to start the day at ACS Victoria’s “Diversity – how far have we come?” breakfast at … Continue reading
Standing on the National Press Club dias in front of esteemed guests including Federal Minister for Women Michaelia Cash was both exhilarating and intimidating. Truth is, I cannot recall a public speaking gig when I have walked on stage without … Continue reading
It’s hard to believe TED was supposed to be a one-off conference on technology, entertainment and design. The rich tapestry of storytelling and change-making ideas has influenced lives around the world. The Guardian.com compiled this list of 5 must-hear TED Talks … Continue reading
Inspired by this week’s engaging woman Hayley Baillie and her role as a board member? Although her extensive tourism experience led to her being approached for the role there’s no reason we can’t forge our own path. If you want … Continue reading
Confession: I was once one of the many journalists who feared and resisted the digital revolution, refusing to open a Facebook account because I was hoping it would all go away. Like the rest of my profession I’ve been forced to adapt to the new … Continue reading
One of the things I enjoy most about appearing on an all-female SKY news panel is I get to put other women forward for the role. The success rate has been pretty good and Derryn Hinch is certainly very open to suggestions for both … Continue reading
Such a thrill to witness years of hard slog and tenacity being celebrated at the Telstra Business Woman of the Year awards last night. NPY Women’s Council CEO Andrea Mason was applauded for her leadership in breaking the cycle of domestic … Continue reading
A social media post just stopped my scrolling thumb in its tracks.. $4000 grant? For girls and women who dare to dream? Could she be describing our girl gang any better? The amazing Layne Benchley AO – seven times … Continue reading
“It was only when I started saying ‘yes’ that things started happening. It was the wrong way around from what I’d imagined.” Cyan Ta’eed Telstra Victorian Business Woman of the Year. Cyan Ta’eed co-founded super-successful digital goods company Envato from her … Continue reading