eNewsletter – August 2025

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Wondering What To Expect?
Our 27th Annual Culture & Leadership Conference Is Nearly Here!

Listen to the latest episode of Culture Bites, where Corinne Canter and Dominic Gourley break down what to expect at our upcoming conferences. In just a few short weeks, Sydney and Melbourne will welcome some of Australia’s most respected culture experts and thought leaders. They’ll share practical, proven strategies for building constructive cultures, strengthening leadership effectiveness, and driving lasting change in organisations.

This is your opportunity to discover what really happens after the lightbulb moment – when breakthrough ideas are transformed into sustainable results. Learn directly from those creating impact every day.

Seats are filling fast … and your place is COMPLIMENTARY.

We look forward to seeing you in Sydney on Wednesday, 27 August, and Melbourne on Thursday, 4 September 2025.

Register your COMPLIMENTARY place here.

Leadership Starts At Home:
Shaun McCarthy On The Lasting Impact Of Childhood

In his recent interview, Shaun McCarthy explores how the thinking styles we develop in childhood continue to shape the way we lead, make decisions, and respond under pressure. Drawing on the origins of the Circumplex and decades of culture research, he highlights the powerful influence of family environments — often mirroring organisational culture — in reinforcing constructive or defensive patterns. Shaun’s reflections, including his own journey to move beyond an “Approval” mindset shaped in early life, offer a candid reminder that true leadership growth begins with understanding ourselves.
Continue reading.

Constructive Styles In Action,
With Corinne Canter & Dominic Gourley

Explore in-depth how the four Constructive styles of the Human Synergistics Circumplex naturally show up in everyday workplace conversations. These engaging short videos unpack practical behaviours, leadership mindsets, and targeted coaching prompts designed to help you build trust, lead with confidence, and nurture a stronger, more constructive organisational culture. .Watch now.

We’re excited to announce that Human Synergistics will be right in the heart of the action at the AHRI National Convention and Exhibition (AHRI NCE) on 19–20 August at the the International Convention Centre, Sydney. As Australia’s premier HR event, the AHRI expo is the place to explore the latest in People and Culture solutions, and you’ll find us front and centre at Stand 60. Come by to say hello to the team, explore our world-class diagnostics, and see how our expertise can help unlock growth and transformation in your organisation. Make Stand 60 your first stop — and your most valuable one!

Online Workshops In September – Not To Be Missed!

Tuesday 16 September, The Value of Self with Lorraine McCarthy
Monday 22 September, Moving to Blue with Ash Smith

Discover how we can empower you with the tools, knowledge and connections to propel your professional journey forward here or through your AP Portal.

Is Someone In Your Network Considering Accreditation?
We offer Gold Standard In Culture and Leadership Accreditation.

Elevate your impact with Accreditation in the proven diagnostic tools trusted by consultants, coaches, and HR leaders across Australia and the world. Backed by decades of research and recognised as the gold standard in Culture and Leadership development, Human Synergistics accreditation equips you with practical skills, professional credibility, and a powerful framework to drive meaningful change. Gain the expertise to help individuals, teams, and organisations achieve real, measurable growth.

Now taking Reservations for:
LSI Accreditation, Program 14; 14th – 16th October 2025 – Face to Face Sydney
Impact Accreditation, Program 3; Weds 24th September 2025 – Face to Face Sydney 

 

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