As organisations plan for 2026, one thing is clear — operational performance will depend on how well people strategies translate into real and sustainable impact. From what we’re seeing across the organisations we work with, top priorities are shaping up to be: Building agile, adaptable teams [...]
At Mather Consulting, we know that strong teams are built when people understand and play to their strengths. Recently, we had the privilege of partnering with the University of Auckland’s HR Advisory Team during their offsite — a day focused on connection, celebration, and planning for the [...]
How often does your leadership team pause to ask the big questions? What’s working? What’s not? How do we strengthen our “One Team” approach? High-performing teams don’t just emerge by chance. They are built intentionally—through the discipline of regularly reflecting on performance, [...]
What makes a team offsite truly impactful? For the Research & Innovation Office (RIO) at the University of Auckland, the answer was clear: designing it with the team, for the team. Last week, Te Puna Tiketike | RIO came together for a full-day session to reconnect with their shared purpose and [...]
What does it take to lead with impact in a changing world? This is the question that leaders at RDT Pacific are exploring through their 2025 Leadership Development Programme. As part of their journey, they’ve been diving into the Insights Discovery® framework, a tool that helps leaders gain [...]
What happens when leaders commit to living their values—not just talking about them? Recently, the Fiji Revenue and Customs Service (FRCS) brought together its Executive Leadership Team and senior managers for a powerful full-day programme: “Leading Our Vision and Values.” Facilitated by Joan [...]
Last week was a true highlight in our facilitation calendar supporting the Whakatupu Programme! It’s always a privilege to co-facilitate a workshop alongside Indigenous Growth Limited as part of Fletcher Building’s Whakatupu Programme. This initiative is more than just a programme—it’s a [...]
What an incredible buzz—it’s a true success story! Since its launch in 2021, The Equality Network’s Women’s Mentoring Programme has made a real difference. But what sets it apart isn’t just the impact—it’s the people behind it. Founded and still led by a passionate [...]
So much evidence shows that teamwork facilitates better results, whether in sports, the community, or business. So, how can you better leverage the power of collaboration to deliver outcomes for your customers and your business? You can do this successfully if you are purposeful and deliberate in [...]
In today’s ever-changing business landscape, preparing leaders to effectively engage their teams through change is crucial for success. Leader-led change not only delivers faster outcomes but also ensures sustainability. If you believe there’s room to enhance how you navigate change [...]