30 July 2026
09:30 - 12:00
Morwell innovation Centre, 1 Monash Way, Morwell, Vic
Today’s workplaces are asking leaders to navigate a difficult mix of uncertainty, rapid change, workforce pressure and rising expectations. The challenge? Many of the leadership approaches that worked five years ago no longer work as effectively today.
This engaging and practical session explores the principles of adaptive leadership and what leaders can do when:
teams are fatigued or resistant to change
problems are messy rather than straightforward
people want certainty leaders cannot always provide
workplace expectations are shifting rapidly
performance, wellbeing and culture pressures collide
Designed for HR professionals, managers and business owners, this session combines contemporary leadership thinking with practical workplace application, psychological insight and honest conversation about the realities of leading today.
Expect practical ideas, reflection, discussion and a few moments that may challenge the way leadership has traditionally been understood. Attendance at the Forum is complimentary and will include light lunch.
RSVP by Friday 17 July 2026 to:
Jacki Smith 03 5192 3107 jsmith@dfp.com.au
Emma Pearce 03 8632 9940 epearce@dfp.com.au
Facilitator
As the director of Vicissitude, Susan Crawford works with senior leadership teams and frontline leaders, both individually and collectively, to hone strategies and skills that are required to achieve high performance and build engaged and productive workplaces. Susan is an experienced educator, consulting psychologist and facilitator with broad experience across all business sectors.
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