by Lisa Sisson | Apr 22, 2024 | Risk Management, Leadership
In corporate leadership, the pursuit of increased share price and profits often takes centre stage, driving many of the strategic decisions made by executives and board members. However, this relentless focus on financial metrics can sometimes come at the expense of...
by Lisa Sisson | Apr 16, 2024 | Leadership
Starting with Us - People When people look for purpose, they often seek meaning, direction, and fulfilment. Purpose can be understood as a sense of significance or contribution to something greater than oneself. It often involves aligning one’s values, interests, and...
by Lisa Sisson | Apr 8, 2024 | Leadership, Risk Management
Have you ever had a heart-to-heart conversation with someone you know who is a board member or an executive leader, only to learn just how much they are navigating the delicate balance between authority and vulnerability? While the boardroom is a space of...
by Lisa Sisson | Mar 25, 2024 | Leadership, Risk Management
When faced with the choice between directly experiencing pain or learning from the experiences of others, there are merits and drawbacks to both options. However, in the context of monumental rises and falls such as that of Boeing, I personally lean towards learning...
by Lisa Sisson | Mar 18, 2024 | Leadership, Risk Management
In the world of business and decision-making, there exists a timeless truth that echoes through the corridors of success: “The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek.” — Joseph Campbell This profound statement encapsulates the essence of risk...
by Lisa Sisson | Mar 11, 2024 | Podcasts
In this captivating episode of ‘Unearth A New Perspective on Risk,’ host Lisa is joined by the dynamic Meqa Smith, Founder of the Unforgettable Agency. Meqa’s expertise lies in guiding business leaders through the transformative journey of...
by Lisa Sisson | Mar 4, 2024 | Risk Management, Leadership
In the ever-evolving landscape of the business world, an organisation’s identity is its North Star, guiding decisions, shaping culture, and defining its essence. However, the precarious scenario arises when an organisation operates in conflict with its own...
by Lisa Sisson | Feb 28, 2024 | Risk Management, Leadership
FEAR is often misunderstood, and I’ve spoken about it numerous times, explaining that it stands for “False Evidence Appearing Real.” Fear is frequently rooted in misunderstanding and incorrect information. Depending on our cultural landscape, often...
by Lisa Sisson | Feb 28, 2024 | Leadership
In the dynamic landscape of modern business, maintaining clarity and alignment to an organisation’s identity is not just advisable; it is essential. As executive leaders and esteemed board members, we are the custodians of our organisation’s identity. It...
by Lisa Sisson | Feb 21, 2024 | Leadership
In the intricate tapestry of human society, leadership is a cornerstone that shapes the trajectory of our shared journey. Be it in the realm of business or government, leaders are entrusted with the crucial task of guiding the ship, making decisions that have...
by Lisa Sisson | Jun 24, 2023 | Podcasts
In this episode, we are joined by a very special guest, George Karagiannakis, the Executive Manager of Government Relations for Insurance Australia Group (IAG). George’s work sees him manage the interaction between IAG and the political world in Australia, at a...
by Lisa Sisson | Jun 5, 2023 | Podcasts
We are thrilled to welcome back Carolyn Butler-Madden, the “Chief Purpose Activist” from her Purpose Consultancy, The Cause Effect. Carolyn last spoke with us almost two years ago on Episode 4, on the Power of Purpose within Organisations.Since then, Carolyn has...
by Lisa Sisson | Mar 29, 2023 | Podcasts
When it comes to risk management for businesses and governments, good Governance is a crucial part. Even with the best intentions and efforts to ensure a business has good Governance and is complying with Regulatory and customer expectations, things can go wrong. A...
by Lisa Sisson | Mar 9, 2023 | Podcasts
Yes, we are back with our first episode for 2023. We are excited to have Chris Wilson, a Stress Scientist, join us again for an important discussion on stress, and the risk implications on the business and its people. We last spoke with Chris back in August 2021 in...
by Lisa Sisson | Dec 19, 2022 | Podcasts
It is our last Podcast episode for 2022! Thank you for the support of all our listeners this year and for your gracious feedback.I wanted to do something extra special, especially because so many of our listeners have been doing it tough this past year. Actually, for...