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Can loyalty go too far?

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If you’ve ever watched the TV show Survivor, you’ll know that as the game unfolds, the cast members build alliances, ditch alliances and generally scheme as they try to plot their way to the top of the totem pole. Loyalty between the players lasts for a while, but they know that they’ll need to cast it […]

Leaderonomics: Is your help, helpful?

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Evolutionary biologists have examined how humans have evolved in small networks, which involved cooperation and conflict. Their research confirms that we need interaction and connection to survive. And thanks to Leaderonomics, Michelle had the opportunity to share her insights on this. Pandas, polar bears, marine turtles and jaguars are a few of the animals that […]

psnews.com.au: Challenge yourself to think differently

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In this article for psnews.com.au, Michelle says understanding the world from another person’s perspective can promote social bonds and group harmony. The children’s book, A Tale of Two Beasts, by Fiona Roberton tells the tale of a little girl and a small animal (labelled a “strange beast” in the book). In the first part, the story is told […]

Are you going beyond capability?

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At some stage in your career, you will likely have looked at someone in the hierarchy above you and wondered how they got there. There’s a saying that everyone rises to their own level of incompetence. It’s a concept initially developed by Canadian educator and author Laurence J Peter and published in the book, The Peter Principle, which […]

psnews.com.au: Can you be sure no one’s watching?

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In this article for psnews.com.au, Michelle says we tend to be on our best behaviour when we know someone is watching — the embarrassment comes when we don’t know we are being observed. It’s hard to be bored when there is always so much to watch and learn from people around you. People-watching is a […]

3AW: Workplace expert issues Christmas party word of warning

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For 3AW, Michelle discusses with Dee Dee Dunleavey why getting too drunk isn’t the only Christmas party conduct that can have career implications. Michelle says workers should “think about the implications for how people are going to see you and how your relationships are going to work” if you choose not to attend. And for […]

Business Essentials podcast: Have a good break

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In this podcast for Business Essentials, Michelle outlines some of the things you need to think about when organising the work Christmas party. One thing that most staff look forward to is the Christmas party at the end of the year. It’s an opportunity for everyone to let their hair down and come together without […]