The Spotlight Series - Don’t just survive, thrive!

Naomi Wilson and Alistair Green are HR Consultants and the Founding Directors of Focus HR.  Their main goal is to have a positive impact on the working lives of over 100,000 people by 2030. Key takeaways Options other than redundancy which will enable companies to thrive How to keep employees engaged and doing meaningful work Questions employers should ask to keep teams focused on the future Links...

Mike Clark is an Author, Speaker and Queensland State Leader for Key Person of Influence.  He develops entrepreneurs to stand-out, scale-up & make a meaningful impact in the world. Key takeaways Why mindset and perspective is critical Now is the time to innovate, create and be an entrepreneur Examples of billion dollar companies which have been created since the GFC Links Mike LinkedIn profile...

Janine Lee is the Founder of Domestic Violence Business Solutions which helps corporate leaders and private professionals to reduce domestic violence and abuse in the workplace and at home. Key takeaways Employers' obligations and duty of care regarding domestic violence and abuse The potential impact on companies' reputational brand What employers can do to support victims Links Janine...

Lorrie Brook is a Mediator, former Family Lawyer and Founder of Family Law Services Online.  She advises couples about how they can maintain a cooperative relationship post separation which focuses on the best interests of their children. Key takeaways Tactics to manage strained relationships during the crisis Now is a good time to plan and prepare for the future Co-parenting during the crisis Lin...

Ceri Jury is the CEO of Advancer, a virtual HR company which is on a mission to help businesses get HR confident.  She has over 20 years’ experience of people development, HR & change management. Key takeaways How companies can create high performing teams in the current crisis and beyond How people can best combine work from home and school from home How expectations will change when employee...

Kelly Prosser is Director of Fluid Health.  She has extensive expertise as an Exercise Physiologist and is an Epigenetic health coach.   Key takeaways 1.       How exercise can prevent chronic health conditions and boost the immune system  2.       How personalised healthcare (epigenetics) is revolutionising healthcare 3.       Starting and maintaining an exercise regime you will enjoy! Links Kell...

Georgia Henry is a Culture Strategist and the Director of Henry Reed.  With over 25 years’ experience in HR, Culture and Organisational Design & Development, Georgia explains how organisations can optimise organisational effectiveness and culture in both the current crisis and in the future. Key takeaways 1.       Impact on businesses’ organisational culture in the wake of COVID-19  2.       R...

Llew Jury is Director and Investor at Sprint Ventures, Advancer and Reload Business Group as well as Entrepreneur In Residence at River City Labs.   Key takeaways 1.       Impact on start-ups/ scale-ups in current crisis 2.       Recommendations for companies to emerge stronger from the crisis 3.       Tips for successful digital transformation 4.       Bonus – working and schooling effectively fr...

Tanya Meessmann is Founder of Girl Shaped Flames, a keynote speaker and also an activator at SheEO.     Key takeaways 1.       Girl Shaped Flames' (GSF) ultimate goal to empower teenage girls and build their confidence and self esteem 2.       How teenage girls are handling the crisis and what parents can do to help them thrive 3.       What GSF is currently doing to support high school girls...

Megan Kelly is Director of Superannuation at businessDEPOT and has extensive experience advising businesses about their finances.  She is also the Winner 2017 SMSF and Accounting Professional of the Year.   Key takeaways 1.       Impact of COVID-19 on Self Managed Super Funds 2.       Advice regarding company finances to survive and thrive in the current crisis 3.       Government Stimulus package...

Sue Lester is an executive coach, mindset trainer, author and keynote speaker.  Her business “Growing Content” earned Sue the SIMNI 2017 International Small Business Woman of the Year award! Key Takeaways How to clear your "head trash" Ways to feel more in control, less stressed and find joy in the current situation Ways to stay connected Links Sue LinkedIn profile - https://www.linkedin...

Cara Brett is a senior financial adviser and wealth coach.  She is one of the founding directors of Bounce Financial, a boutique financial planning firm which specialises in providing advice to business professionals and small business owners. Key Takeaways 1) how to successfully manage your personal finances if you have been stood down (and if you have not) 2) how to access the JobSeeker and JobK...

Margie Ireland is a leadership coach and psychologist. She helps leaders and their teams develop effective stress management strategies. Key Takeaways 1) how to tap into your "smart brain" 2) how leaders can engage with virtual teams 3) how leaders can be more proactive in their leadership style. Margie Ireland works one-on-one with CEOs, Executives, Business Owners, Leaders and Managers...