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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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The Power of Qualifications
At its core, a qualification is a formal validation of capability. It is the first and most fundamental function of vocational education: to verify that an individual has the knowledge and skills required to perform at a recognised standard. For employers, this validation matters. It provides confidence that the person brings a specific, dependable skill set into the workplace - one that has been assessed, demonstrated, and nationally recognised.

Shona Leppanen-Gibson
21 hours ago8 min read


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


The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership Development
Understanding Emotional Intelligence I started writing this piece a little while ago. At the time, it was just a few paragraphs of reflection that I didn’t get the chance to finish. I ended up posting a shorter version on Instagram so the thought wouldn’t be lost, but the fuller idea stayed with me. Coming back to it now, while we’re working with several students on emotional intelligence, I’m reminded why this topic keeps resurfacing. Across all our courses—long, short, and

Shona Leppanen-Gibson
Apr 23 min read


Mindfulness, Values, and Mental Health: A New Perspective
A couple of years ago, I wrote the following article reflecting on a seminar we gave on Mindfulness, Values and Mental Health. It was a short thought-provoking seminar aimed at delivering a completely different perspective, one which is often missed when speaking of mindfulness.

Shona Leppanen-Gibson
Sep 27, 20254 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
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