Acuity: How to Get Your First Promotion

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Thanks to Acuity and freelance writer Alexandra Johnson for the opportunity for Michelle to share her tips, in this article, for getting your first promotion. You’ve been in your first position within the finance and accounting profession for some time and are ready to progress your career. What’s the best way to approach your manager […]

Mama Mag: Best First Jobs for Teens

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Thanks to Mama Mag, Michelle provides tips and ideas to help your teen elevate their skills and set themselves up for the career they want. Introducing teenagers to the workforce can be a transformative experience with many great benefits. Beyond the obvious financial gain, part-time employment offers teenagers invaluable opportunities for personal growth, skill development, […]

psnews.com.au: When to give up on the pursuit of perfection

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In this article for psnews.com.au, Michelle explains why seeking perfection can be a motivator and a driver to perform — it can also lead to procrastination, self-criticism and anxiety. We are often told to set big, hairy, audacious goals — to strive for the best; to get it right; to not make mistakes — in […]

psnews.com.au: Taking a break in difficult times

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In yet another year of uncertainty, in this article in psnews.com.au, I encourage you to find your ‘circuit breaker’ to prevent a toxic build-up of stress and concern. In this year’s World Economic Forum Global Risks Report, most respondents were either worried or concerned when asked the question ‘How do you feel about the outlook for […]

AFR Work & Careers Newsletter: Tip of the Week

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Thank to Tess Bennett (Work & Careers reporter for AFR),  Michelle provides her ‘Tip of the Week’ in the Work & Careers newsletter (brought to you in partnership with SEEK). Set your intentions for the year Identifying goals can help workers make career progress by prioritising what’s most important, says workplace expert Michelle Gibbings. “Now’s […]