This year the theme for International Women’s Day is “Invest in women: Accelerate progress”. This article outlines how you can do this, while also breaking some male bias in tech and AI.

It’s one of my favourite weeks of the year – yep, you guessed it, Australian Survivor is back on my TV 😂. Not least because it is a microcosm of human behaviour, relationships and dynamics. We may only be two episodes into the current season (at the time of writing), and already there are so many leadership lessons to be had.

If we want to be our best, achieve our goals and do the things that matter most, we must control our mindset. Having worked closely with many, many women over the years, I’ve come to recognise that some mindset shifts can have a massive positive impact on how we think, what we do, and how we are. My top five mindset shifts will help you reach your full potential and achieve your dreams.

Managing our personal energy is essential for maintaining our overall productivity and well-being. How do you manage the stumbling blocks and challenges that can get in the way?

While it’s not always possible to avoid stressful times – at Christmas and at other times of the year, it is always possible to build in some tactics to make it easier for yourself.

When we ‘multitask’, which is really juggling between tasks or task-switching, there is a cost. And the more we do this, the more we tire out our brain.

Slowing down on a busy day can be hard, but it's so important if you want to stay focused.

There is nothing like being in an unfamiliar environment to broaden your perspective, stimulate your mind, and think more creatively.

While I’m sure you recognise the importance of focus, do you take the necessary action to create the right environment to allow you to focus?

I’ve been channelling Paulo Coelho, who said, ‘When you say yes to others, make sure you’re not saying no to yourself’.

Goal setting and writing down your goals offer a multitude of benefits that can positively impact various aspects of our personal and professional lives.

For many women, menopause is one of the main reasons they feel so disconnected at work. We need to remember that menopause is not only a women’s issue, it’s an organisational issue.

Volunteering at the Caloundra Music Festival got me thinking about all the leadership lessons you can learn from a music festival!

Self-confidence gives us the ability to lead with purpose, resilience, and clarity.

So often, in the pursuit of our goals and dreams, the most formidable obstacle often isn't external forces or challenges – it's ourselves.

Taking the time to step away from the day-to-day to reflect and plan might seem like a luxury, but it’s really a necessity, and something we all should be prioritising.

Healthy boundaries provide you with a framework for self-care, personal growth, and self-confidence that enables you to navigate challenges and make positive changes.

It’s OK to take a break and look after your health. It’s OK to take a break to focus on what’s important.

What are your habits like? And what could you hack to turn an unhealthy habit into a healthy one?

One of the reasons I love goal setting is because it gives me clarity and focus on what I should be spending my time on.