5 reasons your team is ineffective
There are many warning signs to look out for when it comes to an ineffective team, and they should never be ignored. After all, the efficiency of your team determines the volume of your work output,...
View ArticleHow to find guests for your podcast (the right ones)
I am shocked how many new hosts start knocking on the door of huge celebrities in their field asking for an interview for their show that hasn't even reached ten episodes yet. There is something to be...
View ArticleOur advice on how to lead a team from home
At Leaders in Heels, we’ve operated our team remotely since our inception almost a decade ago. Our staff, partnerships and suppliers work in different cities, countries and timezones. Needless to say,...
View ArticleWorking with influencers – tips from a true leader in heels!
In every sense of the phrase, Lisa Mandy Seskin is a true leader in heels. Quite quickly after founding her own shoe brand (worn by Bella Hadid!), she realised there was a highly committed market for...
View ArticleFuture proof your career with 3 exercises from our ASPIRE Career Designer
If you asked your ten-year-old self what your job would be in 2020, you may have said something COMPLETELY different to what it actually is now! This isn’t uncommon. Did you know that most graduates...
View ArticleBuilding an Interior Design Empire
I recently had the honour of connecting with a powerful leader and an incredibly creative business owner and interior design expert, Allison Crawford. Allison is an interior designer and founder of...
View ArticleLeading Under the Pressure of the Pandemic
Leaders are known by the influence they leave on the communities they serve and the staff they lead. When faced with adversity, the skills as a leader will be challenged beyond what can be imagined. In...
View ArticleMaking a career change? Here are 5 essential steps you need to take
It’s not unusual for some people to realise several years down the line that they’re stuck in a rut and looking for a change. A career change can be such an inspiring and invigorating time, however, it...
View ArticleThe benefits of being an introvert when building business relationships
Some people love networking, others shudder at even the thought of it. While you may think that being an introvert is a drawback for those in business, it is actually an amazing quality for building...
View ArticleThinking of starting a business with your best friend? 8 tips to ensure success
The thought of starting a business can be daunting - but what about starting a business with your best friend? We understand that some of you may think that sounds like a terrible idea (because, you...
View ArticleHow to have conversations to get what you want
Do you love flexing your conversation muscle? Or do you run a mile when a big or difficult conversation presents itself? Whether you’re meeting with someone new, speaking with colleagues or connecting...
View ArticleIf offices are a thing of the past, how can we thrive working from home?
As companies look to reduce their office footprints, what does the future of working from home look like? We started the year with a resurgence of posts on LinkedIn about research findings that...
View Article5 Strategies for Handling Difficult Work Conversations
During your career as a manager, you may encounter sensitive situations with colleagues and employees. Often these problems don’t resolve themselves on their own and employees may be upset, confused...
View ArticleHow to develop an employee training program
There are few steps during the hiring process that are more important than the proper training of employees. However, many businesses fail to recognise this fact, which can lead to high turnover rates...
View ArticleSecuring Media Coverage for Your Startup
Major media placements can be a boon to entrepreneurs. They increase brand awareness, build credibility, and generate massive amounts of traffic and sales. To give you a competitive advantage, below is...
View Article3 Ways to Be an Effective, Velvet-Hammer Leader
When it comes to leadership and management style there are two categories most people fall into. Those are sledgehammer or velvet hammer leaders. If you’re reading this post, you are likely a...
View ArticleSix ways to make your meetings work
Nothing is more frustrating than sitting in endless meetings, feeling like conversations are going around in circles. However, it doesn’t have to be this way! Here are our pro tips to keep your...
View ArticleHow one woman created a successful charity with the power of storytelling
Rochelle Courtenay, founder of charity Share the Dignity and nicknamed Australia’s ‘Pad Lady’, is a big believer in using the power of storytelling to inspire men and women to make a difference to the...
View ArticleFour ways to support cultural and linguistic diversity at work
At Leaders in Heels, we are passionate about celebrating women's stories, and when we heard Div Pillay's story, we knew we had to share it with you. Grab yourself a cuppa and settle in to enjoy this...
View ArticleBuilding an Interior Design Empire
I recently had the honour of connecting with a powerful leader and an incredibly creative business owner and interior design expert, Allison Crawford. Allison is an interior designer and founder of...
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