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Payroll Perspectives - Kelly Pora, Vasey RSL Care
In the first episode of Season 2 of Payroll Perspectives, Kelly Pora shares her experience leading payroll through system change, growing compliance expectations and team pressure. From Dayforce implementation and Payday Super to developing junior talent and earning payroll a seat at the table, Kelly offers a practical look at how the function is evolving.
Formal mentoring — Why structure makes a difference
Formal mentoring can turn occasional career advice into meaningful, ongoing development. We explore what formal mentoring looks like, why structure and accountability matter, and how to build a mentoring relationship that actually moves your career forward.
Owning your career — Lessons from the opening session of NextGen Power Moves series 5
Careers change, organisations change, and even the most senior leaders still experience self-doubt. At the opening session of NextGen Power Moves Series 5, Allison Robison and Samantha Douglas shared candid lessons on owning your career, recognising when a role no longer fits, managing imposter syndrome and leading with greater clarity.
Payroll Perspectives - Tania Fenech, Hall & Wilcox
Tania Fenech shares her 25-year payroll career, offering insights on complexity, resilience and the realities of working in a high-pressure payroll environment.
Game Changers — Todd Day, Australian Olympic Commitee
Todd Day, COO of the Australian Olympic Committee, shares his journey across finance and sport, with insights on leadership, navigating complexity and delivering Olympic success.
Pathways — Tim Bensley, Carpet Call
Tim Bensley, Group CFO of Carpet Call, shares his journey from uncertain beginnings in accounting to leading a national retail business, with insights on strategy, leadership and backing yourself.
Pathways — Helena Polas, UniSuper
Helena Polas, Group Financial Controller at UniSuper, shares her journey through big business, highlighting the power of relationships, leadership growth and navigating change in financial services.
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.
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.
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.
Career sponsors — Who’s looking out for your career?
Behind every major career move, there’s often someone advocating for it. Career sponsors aren’t just advisors — they’re the ones using their influence to open doors, back your potential, and accelerate your progression. Here’s why sponsorship matters more than most people realise.
Pathways — Mitchell Wu, Annecto
Mitchell Wu, CFO of Annecto, shares his non-traditional career journey and transition into the not-for-profit sector, highlighting leadership, storytelling and balancing purpose with performance.
Pathways — Robert Galbraith, Hatched Media
Robert Galbraith shares his journey through finance and media, highlighting strategic leadership, adaptability and navigating growth in a data-driven agency environment.
Pathways — Oliver Kysela, Endota
Oliver Kysela, CFO of Endota, shares his journey from professional services to leading transformation in a fast-growing wellness business, with insights on strategy, digitisation and navigating change.
Pathways — Rob Halliday, Netball Australia
Rob Halliday, Head of Finance at Netball Australia, shares his journey from forensic accounting to tech startup co-founder and into sport, highlighting strategy, culture and leadership.