Upcoming Events
Calendar of Events
NOVEMBER
The Hinwood Institute Book Club - Poisonous People
9 November 2026
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM (ACST)
Online Event
Difficult behaviour at work is not always easy to recognise or respond to.
Dr Leanne ten Brinke draws on research into psychopathy, narcissism, Machiavellianism and sadism to explain how harmful personality traits can appear in everyday relationships, teams and leadership.
The book offers practical guidance to help us recognise concerning patterns, protect our boundaries and make clearer decisions about how to respond.
Leading Under Pressure: Prioritising, protecting capacity & leading effectively - Bunbury
10 - 11 November 2026
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM (ACST)
Bunbury Geographe Chamber of Commerce and Industry
15 Stirling St, Bunbury WA 6230, Australia
If you’ve ever wondered how to prioritise competing demands, make better decisions under pressure, or get more done without working longer hours, this masterclass is for you.
You’ll gain practical tools and frameworks to regain clarity, prioritise strategically, manage competing demands, and protect your capacity so you can perform sustainably, even when the pressure is high.
The Courage to Say No: Boundaries and assertiveness for people who care deeply about what others think
17 November 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (ACST)
Online Masterclass
You can be kind, helpful and empathetic without saying yes to everything. This masterclass gives you the practical skills to set boundaries, speak assertively and handle the discomfort that can come when other people don’t like your answer.
Working Smarter: Planning & Time Management Skills Workshop
18 November 2026
09:00 AM - 04:30 PM (AEDT)
Online Workshop
This practical workshop helps professionals take greater control of their time by strengthening how they plan, prioritise and manage competing demands. Participants will leave with practical tools to reduce overwhelm, manage distractions and focus on the work that matters most.
When Your Message Meets Resistance: Present to Tough Audiences with Confidence and Credibility
25 November 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (ACST)
Online Masterclass
Communicating information that others may resist is an inevitable part of leadership.
Whether you're announcing organisational change, presenting an unpopular decision, challenging established thinking or acknowledging a mistake, how you deliver your message matters as much as the message itself.
DECEMBER
The Hinwood Institute Book Club - Becoming Bulletproof
14 December 2026
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM (ACST)
Online Event
Pressure and difficult situations can make it harder to think clearly and respond with confidence. In Becoming Bulletproof, former Secret Service agent Evy Poumpouras draws on her experience to explore how we can manage fear, read people and influence situations.
The book offers practical ideas to build resilience, prepare for challenging conversations and respond to pressure with greater confidence.
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