Public sector leadership is different from private sector management. This article explores why generic leadership advice often falls short in the Australian public service and how context-aware coaching supports effective government leaders.

Why do leaders avoid difficult conversations in the public sector? Explore common pitfalls, the “muffins vs red wine” analogy, and practical ways government leaders can address hard conversations early and well.

Leadership coaching for EL1, EL2 and SES leaders who want practical support, stronger judgement and clearer decision making. Learn what sets effective public service coaching apart and how it supports real leadership performance in government

Common topics that public service managers talk about in coaching sessions with me.

Being a strong APS6 doesn’t automatically prepare you for EL1 or EL2 leadership. Explore what changes at each level, how the APSC Integrated Leadership System applies, and how coaching supports APS leaders to lead with confidence and impact.

Preparing for a leadership interview? Learn how to go beyond the STAR method with four simple additions that show how you think and lead. Based on the Making Interviews Easy program.

What did I learn coaching someone on every continent on the planet? That the things that make us different are often the things that make us the same. Check out more thoughts in this blog.

I have asked my manager for feedback or to let me know where I stand in terms of my performance at my level repeatedly, and I am getting nowhere, how do I resolve this?

What’s the difference between mentoring and supervision? This post explores and outlines the differences.

What is group supervision and what benefits should you expect to get from joining a supervision group.