The Resource Industry Network’s Professional Development Conference took place on October 23, offering participants valuable skills, knowledge, and insights to enhance their leadership journey. Attendees learned the significance of fostering a healthy workplace culture and motivating their teams for optimal performance.
The conference focused on cultivating a culture of learning through personal development. Participants benefited from new skills, ideas, and perspectives to support their professional growth. The event equipped teams with the insights needed to become strong, informed, and inspiring leaders while promoting a healthy workplace atmosphere.
Hosted by broadcasting personality Kat Davidson, this year’s event featured two of Australia's leading keynote speakers. Kate Munari and Ashleigh Paholek took to the stage, sharing their stories, practical experiences, and leadership lessons.
Kate inspired attendees with real and raw stories from her time in Afghanistan. She shared strategies for empowering teams, making decisions under pressure, and the importance of positive mentoring and accountability. Kate emphasised that great leadership truly begins and ends with the team.
Ashleigh explored the powerful connection between confidence and peak performance, breaking down how mastering strategic soft skills can enhance both personal and professional life. She highlighted how effective communication fosters better relationships and outcomes, and how cultivating a supportive mindset can transform the way individuals live and work.
Other notable speakers included Judy Porter, Rick D’Amato, Shannon Robert Gibbs, Maddy Avery, Maria Langford, Joe Bonanno, Deb Rae, and Richard Wainwright, who led engaging breakout sessions throughout the day.
Attendees gather for the Resource Industry Network's Professional Development Conference, sharing insights and strategies for effective leadership and team collaboration. Photo credit: Resource Industry Network
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