Category: 5 Minutes With A Manager

As AI tools become more integrated into the workplace, the key to futureproofing your career lies in mastering the skills machines can’t replicate. Learn five practical strategies to stay competitive, adaptable, and indispensable in the Age of GenAI.

Discover how leaders can find their voice, speak up authentically, and create lasting impact by fostering emotionally intelligent, inclusive conversations.

Empathy and accountability aren’t opposites—they’re essential partners in effective leadership. Discover why the best leaders blend emotional intelligence with clear expectations to build resilient, high-performing teams.

Caring leadership isn’t just about kindness—it drives trust, loyalty, innovation and high performance. Explore eight compelling reasons why leading with empathy creates stronger teams, deeper connection and long-term success.

As the workplace rapidly evolves, leaders must balance empathy with action. From AI to RTO and pay transparency, navigating change with curiosity, clarity and trust is essential for building resilient, future-ready teams.

The Institute of Managers and Leaders Australia & New Zealand recently hosted Ms Finocchiaro for a leadership event at the Darwin Convention Centre. These are some of the reflections from IML CEO Sam Bell FIML.

From the rapid advancements in AI to the ongoing return-to-office debate, there are a myriad of challenges and opportunities for leaders to navigate in 2025.

By Lisa Calautti   Richard Shrapnel is amongst only a small handful of Lego® Serious Play® Facilitators in Australia. Lego® Serious Play® involves using Lego bricks to bring together leaders and their staff to unite them in problem-solving to help create a cohesive business approach.   Building blocks of better business Shrapnel strongly believes this […]

Jessica Barber moved from Canada to BHP Billiton’s Western Australian operations almost seven years ago. A natural leader, she wanted to become a mine manager before the age of 30. She ticked that box and is now a transformation lead at BHP Billiton Iron Ore in the Pilbara. Barber is also WA Manager of the Year and […]