IML ANZ

01/09/2026

AI is changing how we work. But what should it change about how we lead?

As technology reshapes workplaces, leaders are being asked to balance efficiency with connection, innovation with empathy, and AI with the human side of leadership.

Join award-winning leader and TEDx speaker, Dr. Ellen Joan Ford at our next Lead the Way webinar: The Future of Leadership - Staying Authentic in the Era of AI.

Ellen will explore why authenticity, trust and emotional intelligence matter more in an AI-enabled workplace, with practical strategies for leading responsibly while keeping people at the centre.

Register for the webinar: https://bit.ly/4qpYOqp

27/08/2026

Strong leadership isn’t about assuming what your team needs, it’s about taking the time to understand them.

From team cohesion to communication and performance, knowing where your team is at can help you lead more intentionally and make a real difference.

That's the thinking behind People Matters, our leadership development program delivered in partnership with the Queensland Public Sector Commission. It was built to help leaders and teams grow with intention, not assumption.

Explore how People Matters can help build stronger leaders and teams: https://bit.ly/3UEqlZj

25/08/2026

You knew how to do the job. Then you became responsible for helping others do theirs.

New to management? Management Essentials builds the practical leadership skills most new managers never get taught. Communication, conflict resolution, coaching, confidence.

9/10 participant satisfaction in 2025. 100% would recommend it.

Explore the course and download the brochure: https://bit.ly/4xRctcy

20/08/2026

Will you be at the 2026 L&D Leadership Summit in Sydney on 26 & 27 August?

Come and say hello to the IML team at our booth and chat with us about your organisation’s leadership and capability priorities.

Our L&D Consultant, Scott Martin CPMgr, will be speaking on Day 2, sharing practical strategies for managers and leaders leading a multi-generational workforce.

Plus, enter our prize giveaway for a chance to win a DiSC team building workshop for 10 participants - a session designed to help teams better understand working styles, improve communication and build stronger collaboration.

If you're attending, make sure you stop by the IML booth. We’d love to chat.

12/08/2026

You've built the experience. But does your leadership capability have the recognition to match?

The Certified Practising Manager (CPMgr) accreditation recognises experienced managers and leaders who can demonstrate their capability against nationally recognised leadership standards. It's a practical way to validate your experience, strengthen your professional credibility and stand out as a leader committed to continuous development.

Think you might be eligible? Take the quiz to find out if CPMgr is right for you: https://tinyurl.com/3hczdbwb

06/08/2026

With up to five generations now working side by side, today's leaders are navigating a broader mix of experiences, expectations and communication styles than ever before.

The opportunity isn't to lead each generation differently, but to lead individuals well while creating shared purpose across teams.

IML’s recent article draws on insights from four valued IML members, Karen Luu GAICD FIML, Deb Travers-Wolf MIML, Linda Fazldeen AM FAICD FIML and Martin Thomas FIML AFAIM MAITD, spanning different career stages to examine the unique strengths and expectations of each generation, the impact of hybrid work, the importance of preserving institutional knowledge, and why developing future leadership pipelines is paramount.

Read the article: https://tinyurl.com/5xt4s6xf

In Australian workplaces, there are now five generations working side by side, increasingly presenting challenges for leadership. According to research from

28/07/2026

Strong leadership doesn't develop in isolation.

It's shaped by the conversations we have, the perspectives we hear, and the connections we build along the way.

Join us at the next Hobart Leader Connect, hosted by IML Advocates Andy Greenwood CPMgr CMgr FIML and Brendan Blomeley CPMgr FIML, where we bring together managers and leaders from across Tasmania to exchange ideas, discuss the challenges they're navigating, and connect with others who understand the realities of leading today.

Whether you're looking to expand your network, gain fresh perspectives or simply enjoy meaningful conversations with fellow leaders, we'd love to see you there.

Register today: https://tinyurl.com/4zsptr37

23/07/2026

The most valuable leadership insights don't always come from traditional leadership pathways.

Sometimes, they come from lived experience.

Join us for our upcoming event, Designing from the inside out: Harnessing the power of lived experience in leadership, featuring Chloe Jesson, Deputy CEO of the Queensland Alliance for Mental Health.

Drawing on her experience across policy, advocacy, workforce development and community leadership, Chloe will explore how valuing lived experience can strengthen organisational culture, build trust and lead to better decision-making.

Register today and join us in Bundaberg, or attend online from anywhere: https://tinyurl.com/2x39j5r8

21/07/2026

For years, attracting and retaining talent have dominated the HR agenda.

But the latest National Salary Survey reveals a notable shift.

Developing effective leaders is now the number one human capital risk facing organisations, rising from 51.0% in 2025 to 63.7% in 2026.

Without capable leaders, attracting great people becomes harder. Retaining them becomes even harder. As expectations of leaders continue to evolve, investing in leadership is no longer just a development initiative - it's a business imperative.

Download the 2026 National Salary Survey to access the full insights and benchmark your organisation against the latest workforce trends: https://tinyurl.com/33brwpbc

16/07/2026

What if one of the most effective ways to become a better leader wasn't another productivity hack but a better night's sleep?

Sleep influences far more than energy levels. It shapes how leaders make decisions, regulate emotions, communicate under pressure and support the people around them. Yet it's often one of the first things sacrificed when workloads increase.

Join our upcoming Lead the Way webinar, Unlocking better leadership through better sleep, with Sleep Psychologist, Henrique Sallas to explore the science behind sleep and why it may be one of the most overlooked drivers of leadership effectiveness.

Register now and reserve your place: https://tinyurl.com/2ubx2vz7