If you ask five people how their year went, you’d likely hear five different answers. This year has brought its share of challenges for some and opportunities for growth for others. But one thread ties all these stories together: the importance of finding balance, connection, and moments of happiness in our daily lives.
Which leadership style wins every time?
Which leadership style wins every time? Elections might be a hot topic right now, but it offers us a chance to reflect on what we value in our leaders, and how to create an approach that speaks to each person in the room
Why a strong EVP is more than just a compelling HR tool
Different organisations provide value to their people in various ways, from personal development, lucrative incentives, and engaging cultural rituals, to surprise and delights. However, focusing solely on these individual efforts misses the broader picture. A well-rounded Employee Value Proposition (EVP) encompasses all of these aspects and more.
Have you considered how to get the balance right for your upcoming Staff Professional Development Day?
Social media is awash with short videos of the response of teachers to their professional learning days at the beginning of a term. Initially filled with energy, purpose, enthusiasm and joy, they quickly find that a series of presentations around compliance, operations, systems and processes drains them of their sense of joy at returning to work after a break.
A Nuanced Approach to Effective Leadership
Over the course of my recent break, I had the pleasure of re-reading Michael Fullan’s leadership guide, Nuance. I enjoyed reading it through the lens of a leader and also as a way of revisiting and reflecting upon the vital elements of positive cultures in the workplace.
How can organisations prioritise actions that enable all employees to thrive?
Neurodiversity encompasses a range of neurological differences including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more. Recognising, embracing, and accommodating these diversities is not just a matter of social responsibility; it’s a strategic imperative for organisations aiming to foster innovation, creativity, and a truly inclusive work culture.
How they transformed their team’s dynamics through DiSC assessment
Recently, a client of ours started a shift to agile project management, however quickly found that while they had the right communication tools, the transition itself wasn’t going to plan.
We spoke to them about DiSC and the turnaround has been amazing. So much so, that they offered to write a short overview of how it helped.
Introducing our new Student Well-being Programs!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our innovative Be Challenged Student Well-Being Programs. We love to Build The Buzz of all participants and we continue this philosophy with this dynamic new offering.
The ancient art of storytelling has the power to transcend the coldness of numbers.
In an era where data-driven decisions dominate boardrooms and metrics are the measure of success, the ancient art of storytelling is reclaiming its place as a vital tool for effective leadership. Stories have the power to transcend the coldness of numbers. They foster engagement, purpose, and trust within organisations
Empowering Students for Success Beyond the HSC
Be Challenged was delighted to have been approached by Birrong Boys High School, with the goal of developing of a series of workshops for their Year 11 students as they transitioned into their Year 12 studies. The objective of these workshops was to provide the students with a toolkit for approaching their HSC in a way which balanced well-being with a mindset for academic success.