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Mission versus Margin: Lessons from Healthscope’s Collapse
The collapse of Healthscope demonstrates why prioritising financial outcomes over patients ultimately does not work. Australia’s second largest private hospital provider has gone into administration after its Canadian owner, Brookfield, walked away with debts of some...
How to Secure a Board Role in the Next Five Years
Many professionals set their sights on board appointments as a future career goal. A seat at the board table represents not only influence and impact but also an opportunity to transition into a portfolio career that blends governance, strategic oversight, and thought...
Can AI Save Australia’s Private Hospitals?
There’s been no shortage of media coverage questioning the future of private hospitals, especially in light of Healthscope’s recent demise into administration. With forthcoming wage increases for healthcare staff (while incremental and well deserved), the financial...
The Hidden Job Market is Right in Front of You: Here’s How to Access It.
The hidden job market will likely grow as companies seek to hire more efficiently and strategically. Executive searches, leadership roles, and strategic positions are increasingly filled through direct referrals, recruiter networks, and internal promotions. LinkedIn...
Fine dining with Van Gogh is a feast for the senses
Vincent van Gogh once said, “Paintings have a life of their own that derives from the painter’s soul.” Last week, representatives from our Group were fortunate to be invited to a unique event hosted by Committee for Melbourne at The Lume, featuring the art of Van...
Why I Ran the Tan for Amber’s White Light
Over the past two decades, there has been an alarming 50 per cent increase in rates of mental ill-health among Australian youth, exacerbated in part by the Covid pandemic, with up to 75 per cent of onsets occurring before the age of 25. This is according to a study...
The Collapse of Job Security: The Quiet Struggle of Experienced Job Seekers in 2025
Budget cuts, shifting tariffs, and the quiet rollback of DEI initiatives are making headlines. But beneath those headlines, another reality is unfolding that is far less discussed. Across industries and borders, experienced professionals are facing an invisible career...
Building stronger teams through our Amazing Race adventure
An afternoon of fun and friendly competition Our teams at Slade Group believe problem solving, collaboration and a bit of fun are at the heart of a great workplace culture, so what better way to bring these to life than with our own version of The Amazing Race in...
Authenticity wins: SMEs outshine big corporates
In her recent webinar entitled The Brave New Way of Sales, Sue Barrett, the leading Australian expert in human-centred sales and communication, revealed a show-stopper. Consumers globally are shying away from big corporates. Supported by big data and recent research...
The Hidden Challenges of Job Hunting: Why Experienced Corporate Professionals are Struggling to Get Hired
As we enter 2025, the job market remains as complex and challenging as last year, especially for experienced corporate professionals. While the economy shows signs of recovery early in the year, the turbulence from last week's AI announcements rolled over this week’s...
Which are your accountable moments? Lessons on values-based leadership from Brian Cook.
Last week Slade Group, in partnership with TRANSEARCH Australia and Gadens, hosted a breakfast for Chief Executives on Values Based Leadership. Presented by Brian Cook, legendary CEO of the West Coast Eagles, Geelong Football Club and now Carlton Football Club,...
Are you a Smiling Ox?
(or How you can be a more Influential Leader) Last week Slade Group had the privilege of hosting Michelle Rushton, Director of People of Influence, one of Australia's most accomplished international speakers on leadership. For anyone who has seen Michelle in action,...