Preparing to transition into a new role
My new position is a long-time professional goal and with the support and guidance from my colleagues I have been able to prepare for the challenges ahead. In the lead up to my transition, I did a few things to prepare for my new role that really helped me. Here are some of my tips if you’re preparing to transition to your first management role
3 milestones I have achieved as part of the LKB graduate program
I joined LKB in July 2022 as Executive Assistant to the Managing Director. My transition out of university into LKB’s graduate program was seamless and it certainly didn’t take long for me to feel like a valued member of the team
The power of the Games – coming to Brisbane
Last year marked ten years since the opening ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games. For me it's hard to believe that it's been a decade since Usain Bolt dominated the track, Jacqueline Freney dominated the pool and the Queen made us all laugh with her James Bond...
Community engagement in 2023
What does 2023 hold for community engagement? Following the last few years of the Covid-19 pandemic, communities are more engaged, connected and empowered than ever before. Many of us are working from home more often and it's likely we have gotten to know our...
The framework for crafting a successful business story
Every business needs a story to help it connect with its audience, build loyalty, make it human and real as a brand and help it sell its product or service.
Four criteria for embedding storytelling in your communication strategy
Knowing how to tell if a story is the right fit for your brand, is the key to successful storytelling in strategic communication. Not all stories are created equal and not every story you find in your business will belong in the fabric of your strategy. But how do you...
7 ways storytelling can supercharge your business communication
1. Stories grab our attention, hold our attention, and stay with us long after they have been told. Our understanding of a concept or idea, interpretation of data or complex information is greatly increased through relatable storytelling. Think about how you can use...
Six ways to access the power of Calm communication
To celebrate our six years in business, I'm sharing six ways you can access the power of calm communication and be a more effective communicator in your business. 1. Be considered and strategic - plan your communication moments. Don't leave the message you want to...
Celebrate the leaders in your community
Image - Nigel Parker, Executive Officer St Laurence House Leadership comes in all shapes and sizes, and we get so used to hearing people talk about leadership in the context of business or politics, that we forget about some of the most important leaders - the quiet,...