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  Why we have to take responsibility for our professional development - not our employer. Professional development is crucial to career growth and success. It involves enhancing our skills, knowledge, and expertise to become better professionals. While employers may offer training and development opportunities, it is ultimately up to us to take responsibility for our own professional development. In this blog post, we will explore why we have to take responsibility for our professional development - not our employer.   Personal Growth and Development Our professional development should align with our personal and career goals. It is up to us to identify the areas we need to improve on, set goals, and pursue opportunities that will help us achieve our objectives. We should not rely solely on our employers to identify these areas and provide the necessary training and development.   Keeping Up With Industry Changes Industries are constantly evolving, and it is up to us to k...

I still don't know what to vote in the  Aboriginal Voice to Parliament  referendum... Last weekend I attended a debate.... I kept an open mind as I had not decided.  I listened to both sides and at the end of the debate, where all of the women (about 60) voted on whether to support the  Aboriginal Voice to Parliament Referendum  or not - I abstained.  Interestingly while 59 voted against it, I abstained, as still.. no one had convinced me either way. What I do know is this.. we need to address inequality in Australia.   Inequality is a complex issue that has become increasingly prevalent in Australia in recent years. It not only effects individuals and communities but also the economy and society as a whole. To address inequality, a range of solutions are needed, including policy changes, systematic root forms, and societal shifts. New line new line education is a critical tool for promoting social mobility and reducing inequality by improving acc...

                                                                   Coping with shift work.   For over 5 years I worked A 12 hour rotating shift roster. You know the one - 12 hour days what 12 hour nights. One weekend on, one weekend off.  There is no doubt that working shifts can be demanding on the body and the mind.    When you're a shift worker, you know that it's tough on your body and on your mind. Working irregular hours can undoubtedly have a negative impact on the way that you eat, sleep and exercise. From a health and Wellness perspective, fatigue and tiredness are big issues for shift workers. Fatigue and tiredness can lead to safety issues in the workplace, making mistakes at work and can have an impact on your home life as well.   There is also a ra...