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Rhonda and James get a bit carried away talking about why every organisation deserves a smooth transition (and most importantly how to orchestrate one), before breaking down the common myths that divide high performance and psych safety (when in reality they go hand on glove), and then land on the living inspiration that is Professor Richard Colyer.

Understanding deficit models and their (over) use in HR by mwah. making work absolutely human

This week, we tackle two big questions and share one piece of good news. We explore high performance and napping at work, finishing with some positive news from the NRL!

In this edition of Article 23, we cover our big lessons from reviewing some of the best known organisations in Australia - and share some tips on what understanding culture always takes. We also share a list of leaders doing some great work - well worth following to understand Australian leadership.

This week, Rhonda and James discuss lessons on work, leadership and culture from living and working around the world; why the smartest people in the room never let you know it; and recognition of Diwali and Halloween!

This week is all about practical leadership lessons. The 5 things that stand out in the really great leaders, the antithesis of that with the 5 things that cap the potential of others; landing in a classy display of leadership in a retirement speech!

In this edition of Article 23, Rhonda and James discuss understanding culture vs. judging it, the risks to a culture of communication voids and the mutual respect of AFL players at the Brownlows – bound by a love of the game, respect and camaraderie.

Rhonda and James discuss the art of catastrophising and why it needs to fade away, the importance of many small changes and music sensation Chappell Roan.

As always, Rhonda and James will discuss 2 topics and share 1 piece of good news this week. They will be redefining masculinity and celebrating it, diving into psychology and an intriguing study. Then we will end with a big centenary celebration!

In this episode of article 23, Rhonda and James get practical on de-escalating anger and the benefits of mirroring to build connection and community, and spare a positive thought for RayGunn.

James and a guest star, Tash, discuss the Olympics through a mwah lens, looking at what it takes to perform at the highest level on the toughest stage!

This week, we are leaning into some tricky conversations, from clickbait and cancelling to understanding real human experience.

After a big week, we reflect on being in the room for a seriously inspiring new Govenor General, the things that really keep HR up at night right now, and some good news from the grass courts of Wimbeldon.

This week we look at the serious power of teams that laugh together, walking through eggshells to connect easily, and and making the every important, but highly complex process of Talent easy to understand.

We talk to the crazy challenges of the skills market right now, alongside (just some) of the craziest ways we've seen people measure culture and land on music to our ears.

Let's address the tough topic of tough conversations and why we need to rethink and focus on how valuable they are. We then look at organisations' network analysis and why this has nothing to do with popularity and everything to do with understanding how organisations and people work.

This week, we're diving back into the world of contagions, how to identify them, and some remedies that we've found through our own experiences and Data. Also, we'd love to give a shoutout to one of our favourite clients and show our support for Autism by participating in a very long walk. Join us for this great cause!

Contagions in organisational culture; why the very best people and the very worst spread their influence so fast! Also a look into why meetings matter and a great good news story!

Today, we are going to cover 2 topics about work – and one piece of good news. Both the work topics are riffing on the theme of whether or not shining a light on something, on illuminating it with full visibility is helpful or hindering.

Rhonda and James talk about why connection is important to every one of us, the lessons from the economics of cheese, and the how one man saved a language from extinction by listening to his Mum.

Today we are going to cover: 1. Culture Reviews – and 3 things to hold Culture? 2. Racism in sport 3. Good news – free AI course.

This week, Rhonda and James look at gender pay - and whether transparency actually makes a difference, how media impacts our view of leaders, and some great news from Chicago!

Join Rhonda and James in discussing the increasing trends for multiple jobs, the importance of leaning into tension points to improve teams, and some great news for a sweet Australian story.

Get ready for another mash-up of our favourite topics: business and sport. We explore the world of elite sports and discuss how businesses can learn from them. From there, explore two sides of People & Culture, and what it could be. And to top it off, we have some great news to celebrate: James has been recognised on a list of HR Execs....and called hot..

Rhonda and James discuss some recent criticisms on programmatic approaches to HR in wellbeing and D&I (never fear, there's a great way forward), recent legislative changes on positive duty of care for sexual harassment (and a strong set of resources to help from the Human Rights Commission) and some good news from the world of tennis.

James and Rhonda round out a big year, with predictions for the year ahead, important lessons from Jack Russells, and how to network when you know no one.

Reflecting on our 2023 predictions, Rhonda and James review the year's progress with the mwah report card, as well as promoting some great leaders and good news.

Poems for work and positive men, and Australians of the Year by mwah. making work absolutely human

In this episode, Rhonda and James cover the polarising societal debates happening across the world, and Australian workplaces right now; the concept of empty volunteerism - saying yes but not following through and an invitation turned opportunity to speak about the future of work at the Adelaide Film Festival.

Silence, hard work, and handbag messages - the impact we have on one another

James and Rhonda discuss achievement, and why the big word 'Transformation' might not be as grand as it sounds, with a serious human impact if you're just shuffling the deck chairs. How you treat people matters.

Current workforce trends, insufferable critics and people doing good. by mwah. making work absolutely human

Rhonda and James discuss transformation and restructures, the current (and highly public) implosions in corporate Australia plus some of the important energy and momentum into the Voice referendum.

How do we make decisions against a backdrop of complexity and uncertainty?

James and Rhonda are freshly back from the AHRI national convention in Brisbane. They talk Culture Measurement and what boards are looking for in Culture data. They touch on Australian Leadership and some lessons from recent client interactions.

The mwah team cover stepping up when someone steps out (for a great reason!), our advice to become the best HR you can be and the thriving spirit of sport with the Matildas.

This week Rhonda and James talk about a series of greats. Great Teamwork, Great HR and Great Universities.

Rhonda and James explore the Canberra Bubble from our experiences working there. A more thoughtful approach to 'hybrid' (based on talking about the work, not starting with permissions and patterns) and the Australian Honours list (released on the Kings not actual birthday)

Rhonda and James explore the Canberra Bubble from our experiences working there. A more thoughtful approach to 'hybrid' (based on talking about the work, not starting with permissions and patterns) and the Australian Honours list (released on the Kings not actual birthday)

This week Rhonda and James discuss integrity (or not) in corporate Australia, why we need to be mindful of the cultural load we place on people as a range of topics come into the public discourse and we cover Mums and Mother's Day - including a heartwarming pep talk from a Collingwood Footballers Mum.

This week, Rhonda and James cover the downswing in the economy, open leadership versus leadership clubs and the lessons we're learning from a beautiful community organisation.

Rhonda and James talk about the impact of the two-speed workforce – is it going to work for or against you?; The current battle between productivity and empathy – are they really opposite ends of the spectrum?; and a bit of wisdom from the Polestar's Australian CEO.

In this episode of Article 23, we explore the great resignation that wasn't (at least here down under!) and explore social and community systems at breaking point that aren't discussed often enough. We land on a moment, the NSW State Election, where whatever your political beliefs - you can be proud of the Australian community, democratic process and civility towards a better future together.

In this episode of Article 23, we explore the great resignation that wasn't (at least here down under!) and explore social and community systems at breaking point that aren't discussed often enough. We land on a moment, the NSW State Election, where whatever your political beliefs - you can be proud of the Australian community, democratic process and civility towards a better future together.

Culture is not a competition. It is about being the very best in your context. Rhonda and James discuss how irrelevant benchmarks can distract from the real work, and how our own mindsets determine how we receive everything.

Culture is not a competition. It is about being the very best in your context. Rhonda and James discuss how irrelevant benchmarks can distract from the real work, and how our own mindsets determine how we receive everything.

As cost-of-living pressures persist, our co-hosts discuss how this might impact some of Australia's most vulnerable citizens. While on the topic of money, Rhonda and James also consider if those with millions in their super should get taxed more and discuss the value of regional communities.

Ten years ago, hiring for 'cultural fit' was all the rage, but in 2023 it might be preventing your team from coming up with their most innovative and creative ideas. Plus, let's put intellectual honesty and trust on the table. Tune in to see what our hosts have to say on these topics and to celebrate the start of Sydney's World Pride month.

You might have heard of this week's special guest. It goes by the name ChatGPT and it's here to tell us its best tips for effective working. But should you take advice from a robot? The jury is still out on that one. Our hosts also discuss the complexities of blending organisational cultures together and managing the stress of rising interest rates.

What does the Australian identity look like to you? Rhonda and James explore this question in relation to this year's Australian of the Year winners. They also dive into how rapid gratification is disrupting the way we communicate and unpack the difference between performative 'woke' leadership and authentic visible leadership.

What can we learn from superheroes about good leadership? Turns out, quite a lot. In this week's pod, Rhonda and James talk about what makes for a responsible leader, using their favourite superheroes as examples. They also dive into the value of public displays of resiliency, using tennis commentator Jelena Dokic and player Alex de Minaur as examples, and unpack the importance of showing up when people need you most. Music - Catch it by Coma-Media from Pixabay.