2024 National Networking Event | Melbourne Cricket Ground

21 May 2025 · 1 min

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In a brief panel at the 2024 National Networking Event held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, three speakers discuss core leadership concepts. Speaker A emphasizes the power of a simple, clear purpose—using the example of a Premiership‑winning mindset—to rally the team and make everyone feel part of the goal. Speaker B highlights the importance of vulnerability and open dialogue, encouraging leaders to give and receive feedback for growth while staying true to purpose. Speaker C stresses the need for continuous alignment, driving passion, and keeping the team motivated. Together, the discussion underscores that effective leadership rests on a straightforward purpose, transparent communication, and sustained alignment to sustain passion and performance.

And I would have thought that when someone walked into Richmond and said to the receptionist, what are you doing? I'm winning the Premiership. So that's the sort of thing, it can be very simple what the purpose is. You've got to understand that you are part of making that happen.
Showing vulnerability, being really open, having open discussions so you can provide feedback to one another, both in a growth but also positive You know, leadership's leadership, purpose is purpose, whatever you do.
So it's that constant being able to keep everyone aligned and driven and passionate.