Leadership in the Pacific

The South Pacific has strong societies but weak states, and the social traditions which hold them together are beginning to shift and fade, underlining the importance of better Australian leadership in the region.

Zombies in the corner office

Outdated “zombie” perceptions of leadership persist across society despite being repeatedly debunked, University of Queensland research has found.

Democracy in the dock

By curious coincidence, three prominent leaders have been put on trial in recent days for multiple serious crimes against their respective nations. The very different ways in which the trials were conducted, their impact on democracy, and the public reactions deserve examination.

Women take the helm

Girls outperformed boys in every subject in the recent HSC, but leadership positions are still dominated by men for a number of social and institutional reasons.

Are ethical leaders better at their job?

Ruthless business leaders may not get the best results, as research suggests that more ethical leaders can give their teams the emotional confidence they need to maximise their creativity.

A lack of leaders in troubled times

The world has seen the best and worst of political leadership in the shape of Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Vladimir Putin in recent months, and, on the evidence of the current election campaign, Australia’s leaders are pygmies by comparison.

Business leadership in the post-COVID world

Is a new breed of CEO required to lead in a post-COVID world? Future CEOs will require extra skills to successfully manage themselves and their organisations, according to UNSW Business School’s Frederik Anseel.

New hub supports female leaders

The Women’s Leadership Knowledge Hub provides access to training and research opportunities, and government and industry collaborations.

From Mao to now

David Shambaugh’s new book is essential reading for anyone interested in the power plays which shape the Chinese Communist party.

Better leadership in hospitals can improve patient outcomes

New research has found an improved approach to leadership coordination and communication in hospitals can improve patient outcomes.

4 keys to post-pandemic leadership

Leadership is a personal journey and business leaders need to commit to developing their own skills. No one is perfect or has all the answers, but good leaders should not be afraid to fail.

One nation divided under COVID

While policies focused on the immediate issues are important to address the critical challenges facing communities and individuals, we cannot rely on band-aid solutions to provide enduring assistance in these unpredictable times.