Although women make up 47% of the workforce in Australia, they remain massively underrepresented in leadership roles, with statistics suggesting as little as 25% of all leadership roles being held by women.
More women than ever before are opting out of traditional employment options to start their own business or work for themselves. For many women this option allows them greater control over their work and family commitments, however it is also accompanied by feelings of isolation. This may be geographic but is more commonly associated with emotional isolation. Many women in leadership roles feel they must find all the answers for themselves.
The challenge is, how do I know what it takes to be a great leader and where do I go learn the skills required?
Recognising the need to develop great women leaders, SPASA have committed to introducing the SPASA Women in Leadership Program which will kick off with a webinar on Tuesday 26 February 2019.
The SPASA Women in Leadership Program has been developed by women for women who find themselves in a leadership role. The aim is to create a community of women leaders, by offering support, education and networking opportunities. Whilst developed for women in the industry, all are welcome to attend.
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26 February |
Webinar “Your Role as a Leader” |
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March |
Workshops in NSW, QLD & WA (dates to be advised) |
Registrations open soon |
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23 April |
Webinar "Conditions for Success" |
Registrations open soon |
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May |
Workshops in VIC & SA (dates to be advised) |
Registrations open soon |
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25 June |
Webinar "Lead in the Moment" |
Registrations open soon |
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10 July |
New Zealand Forum |
Registrations open soon |
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1 August |
Adelaide Forum |
Registrations open soon |
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24 September |
Webinar |
Registrations open soon |
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22 October |
Webinar |
Registrations open soon |
The 1-hour webinars will present the skills and knowledge forming the foundations of leadership.
Some of the topics covered include: Your role as a leader, How to create the conditions for success, How to lead in the moment, Manage expectations of others, How to harness your personal power to influence others effectively. As a result of joining these webinars, you will also have the opportunity to interact with likeminded successful women in the industry; where we can share thoughts, concerns and challenges around being in a leadership role.
The 1-day workshops and forums will be held in a range of locations and will provide a face-to-face environment where participants will expand their learning and dig deeper into the skills required and issues faced in the workplace.
The facilitator for the Women in Leadership Program will be Ros Ronning. Ros is a business executive with over 25 years specialising in the Learning & Development and Human Resources. As Managing Director of C-Change Potential Pty Ltd she has proven expertise and experience in assisting organisations to plan and implement change initiatives, leadership development, mapping vision and values and formulating strategic plans to achieve business objectives.
Ros has coached directors, CEO’s and senior executives in organisational change initiatives, leadership development, change resilience, performance management, managerial effectiveness, corporate communications, interpersonal skills, and cultural change.
Ros has worked with a number of industry sectors including Financial Services Organisations, Government, Professional Services, Telcos, Tourism, IT, FMCG, Pharmaceuticals, Strata Services, Engineering, Freight Services, Sales and Manufacturing. Facilitated numerous workshops with assignments in the USA, Singapore, China, Africa, India, the UK, New Zealand and Australia.
As a graduate of the AICD; Ros also holds an MBA, Masters Management, Diploma HRM, Diploma Education, and an AQF Cert 1V in Training and Assessment.
If you would like to receive more information on this exciting program, please contact us.