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Have you ever wondered why people respond so differently to change in your workplace? Some stay calm and engaged, others become anxious or distant. Two well-researched ideas - Attachment Theory and The Biology of Stress - help us better understand these human responses and how leaders can work with them rather than against them. This requires leading through instinct and is based on research. The Roots of Attachment Attachment Theory, developed by psychologist John Bowlby,

You don’t need to be a technologist to lead in 2026, but you do need to understand the digital forces shaping business. The essentials are now clear: flexibility, trustworthy data, secure systems, and the right people to use them well. These are Beyond AI Modern platforms are the foundation. Deloitte’s Tech Trends 2025 report highlights that organisations with modular, cloud-based systems can adapt faster to market change. The goal is agility — building technology that can f

There’s so much happening across the technology sector right now, influencing business in ways that are both exciting and, at times,...

The Roman generals of antiquity are remembered for their strategy, discipline, and ability to lead men in the most demanding of...

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...

Over the years, I’ve observed that there are four elements that really enable CIOs to sustain their value to the organisation and create...

Executives today are drowning in complexity - markets are shifting, technology is evolving at breakneck speed, and people expect more...

When engaging a software provider, the contract you establish will determine not only the delivery of technology but also the resilience...

I’ve attended countless off-sites across my career, and too often I left with long action lists that only added to workplace stress....

At some stage in your career, you’ll likely apply for a role that’s particularly important. I recently spent time with someone preparing...

Redesigning your organisation isn’t just about reporting lines - it’s about building an organisation that can truly deliver. Over the...

As organisations accelerate their adoption of AI, robotics, and digital tools, leaders face a critical challenge … how do we innovate...

Across every industry, CIOs and CTOs are navigating a complex mix of priorities as they aim to realise the potential of technology and...

Starting out in a new role as a Chief Information Officer (CIO) or Chief Technology Officer (CTO) is both exciting and challenging....

You’ve done it - your manuscript is finished. That’s no small feat, and it deserves celebration. But what comes next? Many aspiring...

As FY26 kicks off in Australia, many leaders are reflecting on recent challenges and what lies ahead. Over the past six months, I’ve...

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...

Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) are widely used by organisations to support employee wellbeing, but evidence suggests they may not...

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...

The construction industry is embracing a wave of technological change that's set to transform how projects are designed, delivered, and...