Monthly Archives: October 2023
Does your manager have your back?
Those who work with me often say that my work is impactful – and makes a difference to their lives. Others ask how I managed to get myself such a fantastic role. There are two parts to the answer to … Continue reading
The most interesting question I have ever been asked: Shereena, do you have a very large bank account?
I was startled into momentary silence – which most of you would know to be a first for me. My colleague explained that I seemed to have no fear of speaking to senior leaders – and when I did, I … Continue reading
A practical tactic to get more women into IT
Our key challenge is that we don’t have adequate female representation in IT. And while there are a number of women already working in technology with multiple STEM degrees and certifications, we found that many of these women are no … Continue reading
Stop being a Goldilocks with recruitment, people
Summer is arriving – how is your BO?
With summer swiftly arriving and us coming into the office more frequently, we needed a refresher on back-to-office etiquette. So this little green witch volunteered herself for this task – mostly because no one wants to talk about these things … Continue reading
What is your accountability in a conversation?
Recently a colleague complained about a conversation he had had with another colleague – with the conversation being awkward and uncomfortable for my colleague. He pinged me and asked if I could hold a workshop on ‘what not to say … Continue reading
It’s never about me….
That’s possibly one of the most important lessons I have learnt in my life. I used to worry constantly about what I said to others or what people thought about me or whether I had upset someone. I fretted about … Continue reading
False humility and the art of talking about yourself
Most people I know insist that they don’t really like speaking about themselves because they don’t want to be seen as bragging. In the Australian context, talking about yourself and boasting in the workplace is a no-no. So how do … Continue reading
Stop asking for promotions, people!
One thing I have learnt over the years is that when someone has decided they want a promotion, it’s quite difficult to get them to shift from this line of thinking. Usually, people feel that they have worked very hard … Continue reading
A tip to manage self-doubt
A tip to manage self-doubt Many people tell me that they frequently feel self-doubt, and they are often filled with anxiety and concern that others will see them for the fraud that they think they are. These same people are … Continue reading