Being More Human

26/10/2025

What if wellbeing wasn’t a program, but a performance strategy?

This November, Being More Human’s Michelle Crawford will take the stage at the 8th Annual Wellbeing at Work Summit Australia, joining leaders who are reshaping how organisations support their people.

The conversation will centre on why human-centred leadership and measurable wellbeing are no longer optional, they’re essential for high-performing, sustainable workplaces.

As co-founder of Thrive Stars, Michelle will also share how data-driven insights are helping organisations move from talk to tangible outcomes across culture, inclusion, wellbeing, productivity, and sustainability.

🎟️ Use our exclusive Being More Human discount code TS30 for 30% off tickets.

How is your organisation turning wellbeing into a true performance strategy?

https://wellbeingatwork.world/summit/wellbeing-at-work-summit-australia-2025-sydney/

https://wellbeingatwork.world/summit/wellbeing-at-work-summit-australia-2025-sydney/

Join us for the Wellbeing at Work Australia Summit in November 2025 to take your workplace wellbeing strategies to the next level. Taking place in Sydney & Melbourne

15/09/2025

Moving from partner to people leader isn’t as simple as a new title.

Law school teaches you how to interpret legislation, manage risk, and serve clients. But it doesn’t teach you how to lead people.

✅ How do you manage conflict between colleagues?
✅ How do you build a culture where people feel heard and valued?
✅ How do you balance billable hours with coaching and mentoring your team?

These are the skills that make or break a leader yet too often, lawyers are left to figure them out on their own.

That’s why I wrote this piece: https://beingmorehuman.com.au/post/from-partner-to-people-leader-the-skills-law-school-didnt-teach-you

If you’ve ever felt the weight of leading people without the right tools, this is for you.

👉 I’d love to hear from you. What’s one skill you wish law school had taught you about leadership? Michelle

You made partner, but no one trained you to lead people. In this article, we explore the often-overlooked leadership gap in law firms. Why do so many brilliant lawyers struggle when they step into management roles? And what can be done about it? Discover the human-centred skills law school left out....

05/09/2025

Recently, we had the privilege of joining Ryde Council Library to celebrate Women’s Health Week with a room full of remarkable women.

Our own Michelle Crawford and Sobia Zafar joined the amazing speakers for an evening of reflection, conversation, and connection, creating space for women to pause, say yes to themselves, and explore what wellbeing and success really mean on their own terms.

Stories flowed, perspectives shifted, and moments of laughter and emotion reminded us of the power of gathering in community.

This is what we live for: creating experiences that help people reconnect with themselves, each other, and the possibilities that come from choosing differently.

03/09/2025

Culture isn’t what’s written on the wall.

It’s how people feel walking into a meeting.
It’s whether they trust their leader enough to speak up.
It’s what happens under pressure, not just in the highlight reel.

At Being More Human, we see time and again that the smallest human skills, like listening, asking better questions, and holding space for others, have the biggest impact on culture and leadership.

And here's the thing - micro-skills aren’t “soft skills.” They are the foundations of effective leadership and thriving workplaces.

💬 What’s one micro-skill you’ve seen make a real difference in your organisation?

30/08/2025

31/07/2025

You can attend all the workshops and training in the world, but until you apply it, it doesn’t change you.

That’s why we design learning experiences that stick.

💡 Example: In one of our recent sessions, one participant realised they were avoiding delegation because they didn’t trust anyone to “do it right.” With support, they named the fear, took action and their team started thriving. 💪

💬 What’s one insight you’ve learned lately that you haven’t yet put into practice?

29/07/2025

Want to experience a day that could change the way you lead?

Join us as we head to Sydney for the 27th Annual Human Synergistics Culture & Leadership Conference and you’re invited to come along.

🗓 Wednesday 27 August 2025
📍 Return travel from Newcastle + lunch included
💸 $165 per person (inc GST)
🎤 TEDx-style talks from top leaders and culture shifters

Hear from senior leaders at Marriott, Lindt, David Jones and more sharing real stories of transformation and practical ways to lead with clarity, purpose, and impact.

You’ll walk away inspired, challenged, and re-energised about what’s possible when culture and leadership come together.

🔗 Click here to learn more and book your spot - https://beingmorehuman.com.au/culture-and-leadership-conference

27/07/2025

💥 You don’t need a title to be a leader.

Leadership is about how you show up, not what your business card says. The best leaders influence through presence, not position. Human-centred leaders:

✅ Stay calm when others react
✅ Choose curiosity over control
✅ Build trust through consistent behaviour
✅ Own their impact, not just their intent

💡 Example: One of our clients started a daily two-minute team huddle simply to check in. It wasn't part of their official role. But the ripple effect on trust and morale? Massive. That’s leadership in action.

💬 What’s one small action you could take this week to lead without waiting for permission?

21/07/2025

On Friday we were part of something special. Along with our Thrive Stars and Malcolm Smith read below to share.

13/07/2025

📊 Our research says it loud and clear: most lawyers aren’t set up to lead.

They’re rarely taught how to lead, as it's often assumed with the profession.

The gap? It shows up in burnout, fractured culture, and high staff turnover.

At Being More Human, we’ve seen what happens when firms ignore leadership development and more importantly, what’s possible when they don’t. 💪

The Leading Lawyer isn’t a one-size-fits-all leadership course.

It’s practical. Purpose-built.

And designed for the real pressures lawyers face every day.

Leadership isn’t a bonus skill anymore.

It’s the differentiator.

🚀 Book your place now → https://beingmorehuman.com.au/the-leading-lawyer

🐣 Early bird pricing ends 21 July - get $500 off

📣 Not sure if it’s right for you? Book a 15-minute Strategy Call for Emerging Legal Leaders with Michelle. No pressure. Just clarity. → https://link.tekmatix.com/widget/bookings/michelle-crawford-legal

13/07/2025

🚨 Law firms are changing. Not because they want to, but because they have to.

We’re seeing more and more young lawyers walk away from prestige in search of something more meaningful:

✅ Better culture
✅ Real leadership
✅ A workplace that values wellbeing as much as billables

And they’re right to.

👉 Our research backs it up: firms with strong leadership and healthy culture don’t just keep their people, they perform better, too.

That’s why The Leading Lawyer exists.

It’s designed to help you shape the kind of culture that lawyers want to stay in, starting with how you lead.

🚀 Book your place now → https://beingmorehuman.com.au/the-leading-lawyer

📣 Not sure if it’s right for you? Book a Strategy Call for Emerging Legal Leaders with Michelle. No pressure. Just clarity. → https://link.tekmatix.com/widget/bookings/michelle-crawford-legal

12/07/2025

What happens if the legal profession keeps putting leadership and culture on the back burner? 🤔

This is a question that was recently raised at our event, Creating the Law Firm of the Future.

🚨 This is what our research found:

If leadership and culture continue to be an afterthought in law firms, the cycle stays the same.

You'll see ongoing burnout among lawyers.

Staff turnover patterns will continue.

But worst of all, those rigid, outdated cultures stifle potential.

The future of law depends on a different kind of leadership. One that starts with individuals who are ready to do things differently.

The Leading Lawyer program is your opportunity to be part of that shift.

It was built specifically for the legal industry: bespoke, relevant, and designed with your reality in mind.

So there is only one question. Are you in?

📅 Early Bird ends 21 July - save $500 when you register now.

Reserve your place now: https://beingmorehuman.com.au/the-leading-lawyer