From Cult to Campus: A Journey of Empowerment and Social Change | Laini Bennett

From Cult to Campus: A Journey of Empowerment and Social Change

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Professor Debbie Haski-Leventhal’s journey from escaping a cult to becoming a leading voice in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is one of resilience and transformation. Today, the Director of Macquarie University’s prestigious MBA program inspires others to drive social change through purpose-driven leadership. Here, the author of A Meaningful Life shares her leadership journey and lessons

Doing it Differently With Tara Bogna | Laini Bennett

Doing it Differently With Tara Bogna

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When Tara Bogna launched her lash serum startup, she felt like an imposter in the beauty industry. But her brother and co-founder, Trevor, saw something in her that she didn’t. Here, she shares her lessons from doing it differently, including why female entrepreneurs should have courage. What inspired you to launch your own business?  My

You Don't Need To Be A Hero | Laini Bennett

You Don’t Have To Be A Hero

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Governance Institute of Australia CEO Megan Motto has benefited from female leaders championing her. Now she is helping the next generation of women reach their full potential. Here, Motto shares her leadership journey and lessons learned as an accomplished CEO and Board Director, so others may benefit from her experience. When Governance Institute of Australia

Doing it Differently With Kathryn MacMillan | Laini Bennett

Doing it Differently With Kathryn MacMillan

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When Kathryn MacMillan started her business, she wanted something in which she could grow while raising her family and supporting her husband in his big corporate role. Twenty years on, her company has become the big corporate. Here, she shares the lessons she has learned from doing it differently. What inspired you to launch your

Doing it Differently With Elaine Morrison | Laini Bennett

Doing it Differently With Elaine Morrison

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When an autoimmune disease unexpectedly struck Pilates instructor Elaine Morrison down, the cure changed her life. It inspired her to launch a collagen-based wellness business to help others. Here, she shares the lessons she has learned from doing it differently. What inspired you to launch your own business?  My journey from certified Pilates instructor to

Doing it Differently With Caroline Bellenger | Laini Bennett

Doing it Differently With Caroline Bellenger

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Single mother Caroline Bellenger overcame childhood trauma, addiction, and mental illness to give herself and her son their best chance in life. Today, she is a triathlete and runs a thriving business as a life and business coach. Here, she shares the lessons she has learned from doing it differently. What inspired you to launch

Learning From The Best Christine Parker | Laini Bennett

Learning From The Best

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Christine Parker’s career has benefitted from mentorship, and she believes women in executive roles have an obligation to bring other women through. As Westpac Bank’s Group Executive Human Resources, she also believes you should only work for companies that reflect your values. Here, she explains why, while sharing her leadership journey and lessons learned. Early