What Matters Most

Explore Meredith’s reflections, writings, and insights on leadership, culture, and the shifts shaping the future of work. Discover hacks, habits, and shifts that help leaders create cultures worth belonging to, work worth doing, and become leaders worth following.

What Matters Most

Explore Meredith’s reflections, writings, and insights on leadership, culture, and the shifts shaping the future of work. Discover hacks, habits, and shifts that help leaders create cultures worth belonging to, work worth doing, and become leaders worth following.

3 Cs of Careershifting careershift

Getting clear on what matters most to you in your career and the work you do is a vital component of any successful CareerShift. This clarity provides the foundation for every decision you make and guides where you focus your efforts. Without it, you risk moving in directions that don’t align with y...

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Considering a CareerShift? careershift

You’re not alone. For the second year in a row, 9.5% of Australians have changed roles in the past 12 months—job mobility is at its highest level since 2012.

For over 20 years, I’ve guided hundreds of leaders and executives through their careers and key transitions. My focus is on helping you align...

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Should I stay should I go? careershift

Are you spending this weekend wondering if you should stay or go?

  • Try to get somewhere that offers perspective—spend time in nature or find a view where you can see the bigger picture.
  • Make a list of pros, cons, and considerations about making a move.
  • Avoid a binary bind. Generate at least 10 o...
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Careershift. Shift your Career. On Purpose, with Purpose. careershift

Is 2025 the Year for Your CareerShift?

January is a time for reflection—a moment to pause and consider what’s working, what’s not, and where you want to go next. It’s also the time of year when many people think about changing jobs or careers. Over the past few years, I’ve seen countless leaders sh...

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Know your Worth careershift creating capacity

There’s something magnetic about someone who knows their worth. It’s not about saying it out loud—it’s the way they carry themselves, the quiet confidence they project in every interaction.

When you truly understand your value and the unique contribution you bring, it changes how you show up. You n...

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Who is talking for you when you’re not in the room? careershift

A key question I posed to a client today while discussing their visibility and profile: Who is talking for you when you’re not in the room?

In organisations, talent and career-impacting decisions often happen behind closed doors. Promotions, opportunities, and high-profile assignments are frequentl...

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The Power of Connection: It’s Who You Know careershift creating capacity

It’s not just what you know—it’s who you know. Who you spend time with, who you associate with, and who you make time to connect with.

In this hyper-connected world, it’s easy to feel like you’re keeping up with friends through glimpses of their lives on social media. But let’s be honest: a feed is...

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Creating Capacity: The Power of Purpose careershift creating capacity

Purpose isn’t just a lofty ideal; it’s a practical tool for creating capacity in your life. When you’re clear on what drives you and gives your life meaning, you’re better equipped to focus your energy and attention on the things that matter most.

While passion can spark excitement, it’s purpose th...

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