Research and insights to inspire action

Our latest discussion paper Building Belonging Through Leadership is part of our action research, work that aims to better understand the barriers and enablers of effective leadership in Tasmania.

Authored by Dr Joseph Crawford, an organisational behaviour academic, the paper reveals that belonging isn’t a soft sentiment, it is the foundation of effective leadership. It shows how leaders can create cultures of safety, trust and shared purpose that help support greater productivity and social cohesion.

Launched as part of a panel event in Launceston, this research explores one of the most pressing challenges facing us globally. It shows how leaders can create cultures of safety, trust and shared purpose that help people and organisations thrive. 

The research also shows us what leaders can do to build belonging in our organisations and communities through a simple and practical framework covering off on psychological safety, unconditional vulnerability, alignment of identity and place, and boundaries of belonging.

This latest report is part of our mission to strengthen the leadership capability that underpins Tasmania’s social and economic wellbeing. It continues our series of action research exploring the forces shaping leadership in Tasmania, following earlier work on polarisation and complexity. 

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Building Belonging Through Leadership

A discussion paper for Tasmanian Leaders

Our latest discussion paper, authored by Dr Joseph Crawford, reveals that belonging isn’t a soft sentiment, it is the foundation of effective leadership. It shows how leaders can create cultures of safety, trust and shared purpose that help people and organisations thrive. 

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Leading in Complexity 2024: An Initial Enquiry in Tasmania

Leading in Complexity: an initial enquiry in Tasmania by Dr Aiden M. A. Thornton delves into the distinctive challenges and opportunities for developing leadership within the Tasmanian context.

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Leadership + Polarisation

This document presents the findings of a scan of members of the Tasmanian Leaders Network, capturing their experiences, observations and ideas about polarisation and how leadership can mitigate its negative aspects.

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Leading to a Brighter Future

COVID-19: Challenges, innovations, priorities and recovery for a new and better normal in Tasmania Read our report capturing insights and lessons from our Network during the Covid-19 crisis.

Read the PESCRAC Report here

Tasmanian Leaders Program Impact Study

In 2018 Myriad Research measured the impact of our Tasmanian Leaders Program on participants and Tasmania. The results were outstanding, revealing a highly interconnected, engaged, and motivated alumni network making significant contributions across all sectors.

TLP Impact Study

Thinkbank

Thinkbank is a process that brings together members of the Tasmanian Leaders Network to generate innovative solutions through dialogue to pressing and complex issues facing our community.

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Read our latest opinion piece by Angela Driver,
Chief Executive Officer, Tasmanian Leaders. 

 

 

Leadership in Tasmania has never been more demanding. Across sectors and industries, leaders are under pressure – navigating workforce shortages, succession challenges, digital disruption, and burnout – all while trying to adapt to shifting systems with limited resources.

This may come as no surprise, but what we’re seeing now is a sharp rise in complexity. It’s no longer just about doing more with less – it’s about managing competing demands across cultural, structural, and political systems that are interconnected and often in tension.

Our new report, Leading in Complexity 2024: An Initial Enquiry in Tasmania, led by leadership expert Dr Aiden M. A. Thornton, explores the unique challenges facing Tasmanian leaders. It also offers practical recommendations to help leaders and organisations better navigate today’s complex landscape.

Community Action Projects

Our renowned Community Action Projects address pressing social and economic needs and provide a tangible return on investment to the community from the Tasmanian Leaders Program.

Community Action Projects