The Cove Audio Articles

At any given time, Defence members are driving on rough terrain so make sure you develop good habits. This audio article reaches the conclusion: it is all about situational awareness and traction.

When asked to speak at her niece's school, Tara Bucknall decided to talk about some of the symbolism around Remembrance and what they mean to Australians. This audio article is based on a transcript of her speech.

This audio article contains advice on best practice when training international partners, courtesy of Smart Soldier.

This audio article explores the intricate links between warfare strategy and knowledge of an adversary's culture. Cultural intelligence is a tool put into practice since Greco-Persian Wars, so how can it help the contemporary Australian Army?

The need for survival can happen at any time, in any location. This audio article introduces vital survival skills. It will cover your survival priorities and the importance of maintaining a positive attitude.

This audio article is a brief primer on bias when performance appraising subordinates; with particular attention paid to the mini-me effect.

In today's climate of high tech communication devices and platforms, we can sometimes forget that people need time away from their devices to function. This audio article explores a narrative that will resonate with many of us about today's high paced, high-functioning workplaces.

This audio article argues for ADF investment in the training and application of nonstandard logistics.

This audio article seeks to encourage people to contribute to The Cove by extolling the benefits.

This audio article gives us a compelling argument on why the Messes are vital to operations.

In this audio article, the Chief of Army issued an order on 6 October 2020 announcing Army’s transition from its values to the Defence Values. This article reflects on what this could mean to you.

This audio article covers motivational and leadership styles in arguing that Army relies too much on extrinsic rewards.

This audio article discusses the role that status plays in recruiting and retaining people within the military.

This audio article discusses the potential benefits of using secondments within Army.

In this audio article, Chris Field takes information from the book 'How Ike Led' and links them to the ADF Leadership Principles. He elaborates on each through the lens of President Dwight D. Eisenhower's leadership.

In this audio article, Darren Murch explores being a humble leader in an increasingly changing leadership environment. How can being humble aid leaders?

This audio article discusses leadership styles. Being liked as a leader can have its benefits, but should not come at the cost of enforcing discipline and standards.

In this Audio Article, Lieutenant Colonel Kelly Dunne dives into self-awareness in leaders. What do you think looks right when it comes to leadership?

In this Audio Article, Darren Murch discusses the teaching role NCOs have within their organisations, how they promote a culture of learning, and becoming experts at training soldiers.

In this Audio Article, Muntz suggests ways to start thinking deeply about teaching in the Australian Army, so students can get more out of it.

This audio article focuses on the delivery of orders at the tactical level. Dan Ellis believes it is not given enough attention and needs improvement.

Everybody gets out of the Army at some point. How and when you transition can help you adjust. Here's some advice from Rob Gibson and his recent experience transitioning out of SERCAT 7 into the civilian workforce.

This audio article is a collection of tips using advice, experience and comments from officers and senior soldiers from around Army. Dan Ellis highlights the value of setting the example and importance of networks.

This audio article looks at the future of the Australian Army Reserve. Dustin Gold has been working with the District of Columbia National Guard in the US, and he thinks we can learn a few things about how we employ Army Reservists from them.

This audio article was originally published on 'Grounded Curiosity' and explores the benefits of being brief. Emma Watson explores the three key benefits: 1. demonstration of understanding; 2. inspiring confidence in the audience; and, 3. seizing and retaining the initiative.