Article 23

"Sunlight is the best disinfectant," said late Louis Brandeis, Associate Justice on the Supreme Court. And Rhonda and James couldn't agree more with this phrase! In this latest podcast episode, Rhonda and James dive into what might transpire when an issue is swept under the rug in an organisation. Would it lead to employees becoming less transparent with one another? Tune in to listen to yet another engaging conversation as they cover topics like reasonable adjustments in the workplace. What would you do if a leader signed an NDA at your organisation? Let us know in the comments below!

Hundreds of Unilever employees will be joining its four-day work week experiment with zero cuts to their pay. But what about those working on the factory floor? In this latest podcast episode, Rhonda and James sit down to examine what this working style could look in action. They also discuss where to draw the line in relation to freedom of speech, and highlight the inspiring work of a finalist for next year's 'Australian of the Year' award. What are your thoughts on a four-day work week, or any of the other topics discussed? Drop us a line to share your perspective.

Offices are no longer about individuals; they are spaces for groups to come together and get work done. In the latest episode of Article 23, Rhonda Brighton-Hall and James Hancock cover three trending topics: Emerging work trends that go beyond hybrid work, how to create more uplifting workplaces and the commendable work of the 'softly spoken professor'.

Join Rhonda and James as they discuss the importance of accountability and how leaders can make a significant difference. They'll examine these ideas in relation to two major topics: Our responsibility towards climate change in Australia and the top-job pressures of being the UK's PM.

Tune in for an engaging conversation between Rhonda and James as they discuss the (in)famous case of Essendon Football Club's CEO who called it quits in less than a day. In their conversation, they challenge everyone to re-think the foundations of leadership and question what makes a 'good leader'. The pod also dives into how promise-based leadership is key to building trust and more. You definitely don't want to miss out on this one!

Jess and Tash explore the importance of checking in, what it looks like in practice and why it's not a perfect science.

A chat about culture and chocolate in anticipation of the long weekend with James & Sally .

Whether it be the SES, Brisbane's Mud Army, Sikh Volunteers Australia, 45 Fijian abattoir workers, or the volunteers flying to the Ukraine, we want to celebrate the countless examples we're seeing of people caring more for others than they do for themselves. Are they the best of us, or is it in all of us? From deep inside the weather disaster in Brisbane right now, we talk to Tash Down, about how we can (and should) do small things that matter.

Uncancelling The Conversation (With Caution) by mwah. making work absolutely human

Sally Woolford, a Business Director at mwah. discusses the findings from recent workplace reports on sexual harassment, the risk factors to look out for, and what we can all do to create safer workplaces.

Rhonda Brighton-Hall, Founder, and James Hancock, Co-Founder, of mwah. debunk "The Great Resignation", discuss uncovering the right data, and detail how we're all heat-seeking missiles.

Rhonda Brighton-Hall, CEO and Founder of mwah., challenges us to think about belonging from a different angle, and shares what we are learning from the two - yes, two - pandemics that are occurring simultaneously.

Laura O'Reilly, CEO and Co-founder of Fighting Chance and Co-founder of Hireup, discusses innovation in the disability sector, what great inclusion looks like, and how to move past anxiety and towards action when it comes to employing people with disability.

As mwah. grows, we continue with our series of getting up close with the team. This week Leia Lewis shares her passion for deeply understanding human psychology, the importance of creating connected work cultures, and how diversity is about more than "where are you from?".

Bobbi Mahlab, Chair and Founder of Mahlab and Co-founder of Mentor Walks, shares insights on how to engage with networking, the importance of showing up and sharing, and how purpose drives togetherness.

Rhonda Brighton-Hall, CEO and Founder of mwah., tackles Australian identity, the values we hold dear, and the role of leadership when things don't go to plan.

Samantha Wild, an Associate Director at Arrilla Indigenous Consulting, talks with us this week about challenging bias, creating safe spaces, and how we shouldn’t back away from being uncomfortable.

As mwah. grows, we continue with our series of getting up close with the team. This week Tash Down shares her passion for people and positivity, her approach to problem-solving, and insights from her experiences working in Talent and Recruitment.

Running ultramarathons is, in equal part, crazy and addictive. After running four ultramarathons, mwah. Business Director Jessica Pollard shares her insights on the interplay between two of her passions, trail running and creating thriving workplace cultures, and how it’s best not to ignore a blister.

mwah. CEO Rhonda Brighton-Hall challenges the idea of "perfection" when it comes to culture at work, and shares insights on the risks of chasing high scores and the power of trying something new.