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Finding calm in chaos — Surviving the busy season
Talent, Qualified Finance Penny Holloway Talent, Qualified Finance Penny Holloway

Finding calm in chaos — Surviving the busy season

Busy season can push even the most experienced professionals to their limits. With long hours, competing demands and constant pressure, maintaining performance and wellbeing becomes critical. The difference between simply surviving and genuinely thriving often comes down to the habits, support systems and awareness you build along the way.

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Preparing yourself to step into a leadership role
Talent, Executive Search, Women in Finance Penny Holloway Talent, Executive Search, Women in Finance Penny Holloway

Preparing yourself to step into a leadership role

Stepping into a leadership role doesn’t start with a promotion — it starts with preparation. From building emotional intelligence and communication skills to actively seeking out leadership opportunities, those who take a proactive approach position themselves to step up with confidence when the moment comes.

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Internal vs external moves — The trade-offs for your next career move
Talent, Qualified Finance Penny Holloway Talent, Qualified Finance Penny Holloway

Internal vs external moves — The trade-offs for your next career move

One of the most common career questions is whether to stay or go. Internal moves offer depth, stability, and credibility. External moves offer stretch, speed, and fresh perspective. The right choice isn’t universal — it comes down to what you’re optimising for, and how the move aligns with your long-term career strategy.

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How to build a strategic career
Talent, Qualified Finance, Women in Finance Penny Holloway Talent, Qualified Finance, Women in Finance Penny Holloway

How to build a strategic career

Most careers are shaped by timing, opportunity, and instinct — not strategy. But the people who progress with intent take a different approach. By understanding how networks really work, how opportunities emerge, and how to make decisions through a long-term lens, you can move from reactive choices to deliberate career growth.

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The three mentors you need to get ahead
Talent, Women in Finance, Qualified Finance Penny Holloway Talent, Women in Finance, Qualified Finance Penny Holloway

The three mentors you need to get ahead

The idea of having one “perfect” mentor is outdated. The most effective career support comes from a mix of people — those who grow with you, those who challenge your perspective, and those who help you see the bigger picture. Here’s how different types of mentors play a role in shaping both your career and your life.

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