You know morale is high in a workshop when a spontaneous challenge breaks out — in this case, an impromptu connector marker tower competition during the lunch break. It certainly helps when the room is filled with creative minds. This group from The Electric Canvas, the team behind some of Australia’s most breathtaking light [...]
As we approach the end of the year, a lot of leaders are asking me two versions of the same question: “How do we finish the year well—and hit 2026 with real momentum?” “How do we start the year well—and set the tone for a brilliant 2026?” My answer starts with people. Bring your [...]
As we approach the end of October, many leaders are thinking about how to wrap up the year well—or how to start the new one strong. And there’s no better way to do both than through a meaningful, energising team-building event. At Breakthrough Corporate Training, we’ve had the privilege of designing and facilitating hundreds [...]
This year, I set myself one simple but challenging commitment: “Just Go.” So when I heard about the Australian Poetry Slam last week, I didn’t overthink it. I signed up. I’ve always loved writing poetry and declarations, and with a few pieces already written, it felt like the right time to give it a [...]
As the end of the financial year approaches in Australia, most organisations are taking a close look at numbers—budgets, forecasts, carryover, and compliance. But EOFY doesn’t just offer a moment to reconcile spend. It’s also a natural pause point to reflect on people, culture, and capability. We often reassess systems and finances this time [...]
There’s something energising about working with teams who are ready to engage, learn, and lead with greater purpose. Over the past few months, we had the privilege of delivering multiple Emotionally Intelligent Leadership Trainings with leaders, managers, and team members across various NSW Government teams—and the energy in those rooms was unforgettable. Across these [...]
At Breakthrough Corporate Training, we’re fortunate to work with organisations that care deeply about people—and our recent collaboration with the NSW Government was no exception. Over the past few months, we had the privilege of delivering multiple cohorts of our Emotionally Intelligent Leadership training to a passionate and committed group of leaders across their [...]
Recently, I had the privilege of leading the talented team at EndFire Engineering in a session dedicated to one of the most pressing challenges in today’s workplace: preventing burnout. In a high-pressure, demanding field, building resilience and fostering well-being aren’t just nice-to-haves—they’re essential for long-term success. What made this session truly impactful was the [...]
Over the past ten years, we’ve gathered data from hundreds of coaching clients seeking guidance and transformation. One of the clearest trends? Nearly half (48%) of individuals come to coaching seeking career clarity—a need that speaks volumes about how much our work lives impact every other area of life. At Breakthrough Corporate Training, we [...]
It’s always inspiring to work with teams that are open to growth, and the incredible group at EndFire Engineering truly stood out. I recently had the privilege of leading sessions focused on team building, healthy communication, and managing burnout and mental health. These are topics that often require courage and vulnerability, and this team [...]
