As we navigate the corridors of our health services—from the bustling regional hubs of Alice Springs to the high-acuity metropolitan centers of Sydney and Melbourne—we see a recurring phenomenon. It is the exhausted exhale of a leader who has just spent twelve hours reacting to "pings," "pokes," and "pressures," only to realise that the deep work of the day—the strategic, soul-stirring work of holding a team together—has remained untouched.

In the hushed anticipation of the Sydney Opera House, feedback is the "oxygen of excellence." For a ballet dancer, a choreographer’s immediate, public correction isn’t a wound—it’s the mechanism for mastery. Contrast this with a Tuesday morning handover in an Australian hospital. When a Nursing Unit Manager asks, "Can I give you some feedback?" the reaction is often visceral fear rather than focused attention.

Are We Setting Up New Nurses to Fail? Discover why so many new nurses feel disillusioned—and what we can do about it. This article dives into the real disconnect between nursing education and the realities of the workplace, revealing the “covert rules” that shape daily practice but rarely get discussed. Instead of blaming younger generations, let’s explore how honest conversations and small changes can help nurses thrive, not just survive. If you care about the future of nurs

Group handover happens multiple times a day every day in acute ward settings. Most of us don't give it much thought.

Even with my love of learning, I struggled to learn effectively during high school and university. Despite putting in the time, re-reading my notes, making colorful mind maps, and condensing my notes, I would pass exams but not excel. I often found it difficult to recall content later.