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Essential Executive Research Insights
Over the years, I’ve seen that sustaining value as a CIO isn't about chasing the latest headline trend, but consistently returning to a...
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The Executive Differentiation Formula
Over the years, I’ve observed that there are four elements that really enable CIOs to sustain their value to the organisation and create...
Sep 182 min read
Five Ways Leaders Find Clarity
Executives today are drowning in complexity - markets are shifting, technology is evolving at breakneck speed, and people expect more...
Sep 112 min read
Smarter Software Contracts
When engaging a software provider, the contract you establish will determine not only the delivery of technology but also the resilience...
Sep 32 min read
Designing Off-Sites That Truly Work
I’ve attended countless off-sites across my career, and too often I left with long action lists that only added to workplace stress....
Aug 282 min read
Tell Your Story, Not Just Your CV
At some stage in your career, you’ll likely apply for a role that’s particularly important. I recently spent time with someone preparing...
Aug 142 min read
Nail Your Next Organisation Design
Redesigning your organisation isn’t just about reporting lines - it’s about building an organisation that can truly deliver. Over the...
Aug 82 min read
Business Essentials - Podcast
As organisations accelerate their adoption of AI, robotics, and digital tools, leaders face a critical challenge … how do we innovate...
Jul 312 min read
Five Themes CIOs Are Wrestling With in 2025
Across every industry, CIOs and CTOs are navigating a complex mix of priorities as they aim to realise the potential of technology and...
Jul 252 min read
Tips for New Executives
Starting out in a new role as a Chief Information Officer (CIO) or Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is both exciting and challenging....
Jul 132 min read
Turning Your Manuscript into a BookÂ
You’ve done it - your manuscript is finished. That’s no small feat, and it deserves celebration. But what comes next? Many aspiring...
Jul 102 min read
Five Tech Considerations for FY26
As FY26 kicks off in Australia, many leaders are reflecting on recent challenges and what lies ahead. Over the past six months, I’ve...
Jul 32 min read
Seven Future Business Changes Not To Be Ignored
Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest, recently shared her thoughts on The Diary of a CEO podcast  about how the world is changing fast, and...
Jun 262 min read
Your EAP is Failing
Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) are widely used by organisations to support employee wellbeing, but evidence suggests they may not...
Jun 192 min read
Setting Up For Success
As the financial year draws to a close in Australia and some other parts of the world, it presents an ideal moment to pause, reflect, and...
Jun 112 min read
2030 Construction Technology
The construction industry is embracing a wave of technological change that's set to transform how projects are designed, delivered, and...
Jun 52 min read
Reorganisation Triggers
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been speaking with CIOs, CTOs and other business leaders, and a recurring theme continues to surface: the...
May 292 min read
My Barista Read My Book About Life
My Barista Read My Book Recently, I was quietly surprised when my local barista told me they’d read Making Life Happen (my book about...
May 232 min read
The Importance of Wellbeing on Performance
When I speak with leaders and teams, one thing is clear: wellbeing isn’t just personal — it directly impacts performance, engagement and...
May 152 min read
Fixing Australia’s Productivity with Tech
Australia’s productivity performance has been under pressure for much of this century. After strong gains in the 1990s, growth has slowed...
May 82 min read
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