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Explore the latest news, insights, and updates from the Australian Leadership Skills Centre. From leadership development tips to organisational announcements and Asia–Pacific engagement, this is where we share stories that inspire growth, connection, and capability.
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Short Courses: Why Targeted Leadership Training Matters More Than Ever
In every organisation, large or small, public or private, leadership capability is one of the strongest predictors of culture, performance, and long‑term sustainability. Strong leadership shapes how people communicate, how teams collaborate, and how effectively an organisation can navigate change. Yet the reality is that not every organisation has the resources, time, or budget to invest in major, months‑long leadership programmes. Operational pressures are constant, teams ar

Shona Leppanen-Gibson
Aug 108 min read


LEAD Programme Spotlight: A Five-Day Leadership Experience That Transforms Managers Into Confident, Capable Leaders
Over the past several months, we had the privilege of delivering our flagship LEAD Programme to a cohort of managers from several aligned businesses.

Shona Leppanen-Gibson
Jul 293 min read


Creating Safe and Supportive Workplaces: A Focus on Leadership Development
Creating safe, supportive workplaces is something many organisations are striving for - and it’s work we’re genuinely passionate about. Recently, our team had the opportunity to deliver a series of customised Psychosocial Hazards and Courageous Conversations sessions for leaders across a Queensland Government entity.

Shona Leppanen-Gibson
Jun 84 min read


Unlock Your Potential with Our 2026 Online Short Courses at Australian Leadership Skills Centre
Are you ready to take your professional skills to the next level in 2026? The Australian Leadership Skills Centre is excited to share its new calendar of online short courses designed to help you build practical skills, boost confidence, and support your career growth. Whether you want to improve your leadership abilities, sharpen your writing, or manage change effectively, our courses offer live, interactive learning experiences in key leadership and management skills. What

Shona Leppanen-Gibson
Jan 104 min read


Celebrating Our Achievements in 2025
2025 was a very busy year for us – the Australian Leadership Skills Centre (ALSC) not only expanded our reach, we also deepened our community impact, and celebrated milestones that reflect the heart of who we are: educators, collaborators, and champions of leadership across Australia and the Asia–Pacific region.

Shona Leppanen-Gibson
Dec 31, 20253 min read


Self-Awareness, Personal Growth and Leadership: Online Course
We are thrilled to introduce a new addition to our collection of short online courses via Teams this September - Self-Awareness with TMP...

Shona Leppanen-Gibson
Aug 23, 20254 min read


A team 'reset' with TMS
Team issues and lack of cohesion have always been a challenge at workplaces

Shona Leppanen-Gibson
May 10, 20243 min read
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