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Now is always the time to start on your career goals
Career growth doesn’t come from big, once-off moves — it’s built through small, consistent actions. Whether it’s learning something new, expanding your network or building your personal brand, progress starts with taking the first step.
What does executive presence look like in 2026?
Executive presence in 2026 isn’t about being the loudest in the room — it’s about how you show up when it counts. It’s creating clarity in complexity, staying composed under pressure, and building trust through clear, confident communication.
What is personal brand and what’s its role these days?
Personal branding in 2026 isn’t about visibility for visibility’s sake — it’s about value, clarity and trust. In a market shaped by AI and noise, the strongest personal brands are built on consistent expertise, authentic voice and real proof of impact — not just polished content.
Game Changers — Leigh Taylor, Sydney Swans
Leigh Taylor, CFO of the Sydney Swans, shares his journey from Deloitte to elite sport, with insights on leadership, commercial strategy and the evolving role of finance in high-performance organisations.
Do you know your (salary) worth?
Do you know what your skills are really worth in today’s market? Whether you’re negotiating a pay rise or considering a new role, understanding your value — backed by data, insight and market awareness — is key to confidently securing the salary you deserve.
Before you start your job hunt, do these things
Before you start applying for roles, the most important work happens behind the scenes. Taking the time to understand your priorities, define your value and prepare how you present yourself can make the difference between a reactive job search and a strategic career move.
Payroll Perspectives — Bettina Wong, Sinch MessageMedia
Bettina Wong shares her global payroll journey, with insights on managing outsourced teams, navigating multi-country complexity and evolving within the tech sector.
Payroll Perspectives — Karl McKenna, NLC Payroll
Karl McKenna shares his journey into payroll and insights on the evolution of outsourced models, stakeholder management and the changing expectations of payroll teams.
Payroll Perspectives — Rebecca Fletcher, Alfred Health
Rebecca Fletcher shares her journey from Payroll Officer to leading Employee Connect at Alfred Health, with insights on hybrid leadership, communication and managing payroll at scale.
Game Changers — Clemency Mdaya, Australian Grand Prix
Clemency Mdaya shares his journey from Zimbabwe to the Australian Grand Prix, highlighting storytelling through finance, leadership and operating in one of Australia’s most high-pressure sporting environments.
Pathways — Natalie Morwood, Luxury Escapes
From audit to CFO of Luxury Escapes, Natalie Morwood’s career has been shaped by curiosity, courage and backing herself in moments of uncertainty. In this Pathways episode, she shares the pivotal decisions, leadership lessons and mindset shifts that helped her rise quickly through the ranks and lead in high-growth environments.
Pathways — Andrew Mellor, Consultant
Andy Mellor shares his journey from a 20-year global banking career to leading IPOs and scaling high-growth businesses, offering insights on adaptability, execution and navigating complex transitions.
Game Changers — Julie Struthers, State Sport Centres
Julie Struthers shares her journey across finance and transformation into State Sport Centres, highlighting leadership, change and delivering impact in a community-focused environment.
Payroll Perspectives — Paris Urquhart, Wilson Security
Paris Urquhart shares her journey into payroll, highlighting the realities of the profession, evolving responsibilities and why the industry needs fresh talent.
Pathways — Sigal Pilli, SPEE3D
Sigal Pilli, CFO of SPEE3D, shares her journey across auditing, manufacturing, and tech, highlighting how finance leaders can evolve with the business, drive insight-led decisions, and lead with a strategic mindset.
Pathways — Sarah Petty, Olive Business Partners
Sarah Petty, Founder of Olive Business Partners, shares her journey from global corporate finance to building a purpose-led virtual CFO business focused on clarity, flexibility and better decision-making.
Pathways — Zack Gurdon, ASIC
Zack Gurdon, Chief Risk Officer at ASIC, shares how a career rooted in security and intelligence evolved into modern risk leadership, highlighting the role of strategy, communication and self-belief.
Pathways — Anastasia Crisafi, UniSuper
Anastasia Crisafi, CFO of UniSuper, shares her journey through complex financial services environments, highlighting the value of deep expertise, adaptability and leading with clarity in times of change.
Payroll Perspectives - Kate Murnig, Pan Pacific Melbourne
Kate Murnig shares her payroll journey across multiple industries, with insights on managing complexity, avoiding burnout and building a sustainable career in payroll.