The Leadership Hub
Practical thinking on leadership, culture and psychosocial safety in construction.
Today, I write with urgency about a crisis that has reached pandemic proportions: domestic violence in Australia is claiming more lives, destroying more families,…
Read the article → When One Woman Dies Every Nine Days: Australia’s Hidden PandemicAs someone who has spent nearly three decades doing the hard yakka on Australian construction sites, including plenty of FIFO stints, the landscape has…
Read the article → Mental Health: The Silent Crisis on Australian Construction SitesThe Australian construction industry builds our cities, but beneath the scaffolding lies a crumbling foundation: a mental health epidemic claiming lives at six times…
Read the article → Part Two: The Silent Crisis on Australian Construction SitesThe workplace of 2025 is in flux, shaped by rapid technological advancements, evolving employee expectations, and the lingering effects of a global shift toward…
Read the article → Effective Leadership: Key Insights for Leaders and HR Professionals [2025]We often hear about workplace toxicity in the context of overt aggression or patriarchal structures. But there’s another, quieter form of dysfunction that’s rarely…
Read the article → The Hidden Female Toxicity in Modern WorkplacesSexual harassment in Australian workplaces is not just about inappropriate touches or lewd comments – it’s a systemic issue that corrodes organizational culture from…
Read the article → Sexual Harassment in Australia Workplaces 2025The CFMEU’s Dual Crisis – Protector or Predator? The Construction, Forestry, Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) once stood as a fortress for Australia’s blue-collar…
Read the article → CFMEU Corruption: Crime, Cover-Ups & Govt Complicity (2025)Australia’s Gender Pay Gap (GPG) is like a slow-leaking pipe: progress drips in, but the damage lingers.
Read the article → Five Years of Closing Australia’s Gender Pay Gap: Progress & SetbacksLeadership is more than a title—it’s about inspiring action and fostering trust. While bravery and innovation matter, the foundation of effective leadership lies in…
Read the article → What Makes a Good Leader? The Core of Leadership [2025]The global conversation around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has reached a pivotal moment in 2025. While progress has been made—particularly in industries like…
Read the article → The DEI Debate—The Case for Women in Male-Dominated FieldsMental health is a critical issue in the Australian construction industry, particularly among tradies. The demanding nature of the work, combined with the traditional…
Read the article → Mental Health: Effective Ways of Dealing with it as a Tradie [2024]Ever had that moment when you’re standing at the edge of a construction site, blueprint in hand, and suddenly feel like maybe you’re not…
Read the article → Building Confidence: Effective Ways of Defeating Self-Doubt [2025]As we approach International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, there’s a bit of confusion swirling around this year’s theme. A quick Google search might leave…
Read the article → 7 Ways to Accelerate Action for Women in Australian ConstructionIn September 2024, EPIC launched one of the most comprehensive Freedom of Information (FOI) investigations into construction industry funding across Australia. We submitted 26…
Read the article → Government Funding in Construction: A Critical Analysis of Impact vs IntentIn construction, we often think of safety in terms of hard hats, steel-capped boots, and meticulously crafted Safe Work Method Statements. These are, without…
Read the article → The Importance of Safety in Construction: Finding Your VoiceThe rapid expansion of renewable energy construction brings hope in the fight against climate change, but it also brings unique challenges. Workers in this…
Read the article → Climate Change Anxiety And Burnout Risk In Renewable Energy Construction“Blueprint for Success to Empower Women in Construction” is a dynamic podcast dedicated to empowering and celebrating women in the construction industry. Join us…
Read the article → Blueprint for Success to Empower Women in ConstructionThe Australian construction industry is undergoing a significant cultural shift. The industry is actively working to create a more sustainable and inclusive environment characterized…
Read the article → A Look at the Australian Construction Culture [2023]Men have long dominated Australia’s construction industry. And now, women are increasingly claiming their rightful place on construction sites, wielding hammers and hard hats…
Read the article → Breaking Barriers: Navigating Sexual Harassment in Australia’s Construction Industry as a Woman in 2024The construction industry plays a critical role in shaping the built environment of a country. In Australia, it is a booming industry that is…
Read the article → The Urgent Need for Culture Change in Australian ConstructionThe construction industry is known for its physically demanding work and high-risk environments. Unfortunately, this can take a toll on the health and well-being…
Read the article → Building a Healthier Future: Improving Wellness in Australian ConstructionTell us where to send it and the download starts straight away.
