Every fortnight, we dive into one critical career capability or challenge, complete with a 30-second action that turns theory into practice.
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Powrsuit pulse check
After a year of research, and another launching, iterating and improving, it’s time for another round of reflection.
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How to manage your manager
Unfortunately, bad managers can be a miserable reality of the workplace. Yes, we get it. It’s not your job to manage your manager. Except that it is.
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When you should (and definitely shouldn’t) apologise
Instead of simply saying ‘apologise less’, we’re going to tell you to harness this great skill in the right situations.
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Why women bosses get labelled ‘difficult’
Are women managers really more toxic? This week, we became curious about some of the factors that make the Feared Female Boss such a common archetype.
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Practical tips for a successful workcation
Dreaming of a workcation? Learn from our real-world experiment.
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Are you a chronic canceller?
How often do you cancel, reschedule or ghost at the last minute? It might be costing you and others.
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How to embrace the power of storytelling
Five ways to influence, engage and inspire through personal anecdotes and stories.
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AI for all: 5 playful prompts to start today
If you’ve stayed on the sidelines of AI, there are some easy ways to join in today.
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Want a mentor? Create a peer group
Last year, we embarked on the ‘Great Peer Group Experiment’. Here’s how it’s going.
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Email etiquette at work: 20 best practices
When it comes to email, etiquette has wide implications, with countless hours wasted through poor communication. We’ve pulled out the worst offenders.
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How to become more adaptable
No matter how small your comfort zone is, you can stretch it to fit your future career.
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The ins and outs of professional development budget
Our rallying cry is, ‘If not you, then who?’. The same applies to professional development budget. If you’re not using the money…who is?
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How to stop over-volunteering
We wear our ability to ‘multitask’ like a badge of honour while our brains exhaust themselves.
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10 proven time-saving meeting hacks
Most meetings stink. Yes, even the ones you organise. These six meeting hacks are designed to free up wasted time for more important work.
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What’s your value? That’s social capital.
People with high social capital don’t need to ask for concert tickets; they’re offered to them. Time to experience the true powr of your networks?
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Why we need you to keep going
If you, like us, have had an unexpected setback, take a breath, focus on your next step and join us in our mantra: Just keep going.
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How to move forward after a tough decision
There’s a better solution: ‘Disagree and Commit’: Table your disappointment, then get on board and move forward.
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How to influence and win people
We approach influencing like a golf pro with only one club. By defaulting to the same tactic in every scenario, we’re setting ourselves up to fail.
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Setting goals? How to use the rule of thirds
Whether your goals are hard-coded or vague; slightly tweak your approach to improve your chances of success.
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Using the 80/20 Rule to Manage Your Workload
Rethink perfectionism! Embrace the 80/20 rule for maximum results with minimal effort. Discover the powr of ‘Good Enough’.
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The best leadership podcasts for women
Our curated list of our favourite podcasts episodes for women leaders. Subscribe for new suggestions every week.
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Pause, Reflect, and Embrace the Fresh Start Effect
Unearthing the wins, fails, lessons and mistakes that defined the previous period is key to shaping the next one.
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Small talk that works: A no-stress guide
Transform awkward small talk into meaningful connections with tips on how to start conversations to engaging with execs.
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How to turn career curveballs into opportunities
Love ’em or loathe ’em, career curveballs are a fact of modern life. Here’s what you can control.
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Why celebrating wins is the ultimate productivity hack
Recognising success activates the brain’s reward system. That sense of accomplishment boosts self-esteem and motivation.
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Men deserve better, too
The mental health stats for men are heartbreaking, and they deserve better.
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How to be more influential at work
You might assume everyone else knows what you know. Often, they don’t.
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Are you managing or leading?
While the labels are often used interchangeably, managing and leading ar every different
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The powr of peer coaching
If your budget doesn’t stretch to an expert career coach, the best alternative is to utilise your peers. Learn how to integrate coaching into your every day.
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The visibility challenge for women
Unless you focus on value and visibility, you will miss out on opportunities.
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If you want to be happy, practice compassion
Practising compassion may not be easy, but it can be the difference between overload and impact.
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The Drama Triangle: Are you a Victim, Villain, or Hero?
The Drama Triangle shows how easy it is to fall into unhelpful roles when faced with a challenge.
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Need some help? How to get the support you need at work
Are you one of the 53% of women who feel unsupported at work? Get the help you need with 3 simple actions you can try right now.
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Maximise your time: The powr of a time dividend
We know the theory works with finances, but does it apply to another scarce resource? By investing time, can we create more of it?
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Is multitasking slowing you down?
Like busyness, multitasking has become a badge of honour. But take that badge off; it’s a fake.
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What does strategy really mean?
When it comes to strategy, confusion reigns. So, what exactly is it?
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Why positive feedback matters in the workplace
Researchers found the highest-performing teams received 5.6 pieces of positive feedback for every negative one.
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Feeling stuck? Not sure of your next move?
We get to decide how we respond to every challenge we face. Even when it isn’t our fault, there are always opportunities to improve a bad situation.
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The Power of Internal Networking
In a hybrid/remote world, intentionally connecting with your colleagues is more important than ever.
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Why ‘diversity of thought’ falls short
When people say ‘diversity of thought’, what they really mean is ‘white men are enough’.
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How to pay yourself first
Money buys you the freedom to live the life you want. And that’s why you, like us, should proudly care about it.
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Don’t apologise, do this instead
Sorry, not sorry! Over-apologising is detrimental to your career, no matter who you are.
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It’s time to talk about gravitas
We did some digging to understand the underlying mindset behind gravitas and uncover different ways to convey it.
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How to share the housework fairly
There is hope for a better work/life balance! Let’s defy the stats, and create a home life that re-distributes the workload, so that we can reach our career goals, whatever they may be.
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How to respond to microaggressions at work
Almost half of women have experienced microaggressions and everyday sexism. Learn simple ways to respond.
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How to get more done with time-blocking
Feeling overwhelmed by limited time? You’re not alone. Embracing time as a constraint can actually boost your productivity.
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How diverse is your network?
To lead a diverse team, you must surround yourself with different perspectives and experiences. And the best place to start? Your network.
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Are you even listening?!?
We miss important information, insights, and opportunities when we don’t actively listen. The good news, is it’s a learned skill.
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Don’t have enough time? Take a minute.
Our brains are designed to protect us, not help us grow. That’s why sometimes, we need to outsmart ourselves to make progress.
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Yes, there’s such a thing as being too transparent.
You’ve heard about bringing your whole self to work, but what about your best self?