What is the definition of winning? The dictionary says - Successful, triumphant, victorious, unbeatable - well yes, I suppose a lot of that description does fit. I have so far been successful in my fight against breast cancer, successful in my career and fortunate enough to have won several accolades. But to me, what is … Continue reading A PERSONAL PERSPECTIVE ON WINNING
Personal development
VOLUNTEERS ARE PRICELESS….thank you all!
It's National Volunteers Week here in Australia so I'd like to take a moment to give a public thank you & SHOUT OUT to all the fabulous volunteers around Australia. People volunteer because they have a passion and last night I was able to attend the NT Volunteer of the Year Awards with our 2 … Continue reading VOLUNTEERS ARE PRICELESS….thank you all!
The joys of a real book
I love a real book. Whilst an e-book may be eco-friendly and handy for travellers who need to save space it simply cannot provide the same experiential value as a real hard copy book. I am known for travelling often and travelling light but I have yet to succumb to a Kindle or similar. Why? … Continue reading The joys of a real book
Around the World in Ten Photos
Beautiful images and lovely article
Making a difference – by Michelle Hanton
INFLUENCERS IN OUR LIFE – FIRST JOB
I've just read an article on LinkedIn "To get a job, write your story instead of your resume" which prompted me to reflect on the jobs in my life journey to date that influenced how I respond and view situations today. My very first job was at the Masons Arms in school holidays. The pub … Continue reading INFLUENCERS IN OUR LIFE – FIRST JOB
UN International Day Of Happiness – Lifeline Top End team took an hour today to visualise what makes us happy
Happiness is......
A QUICK GLANCE BACK AT 2013
Taking a quick look back over my 2013 Action Plan I'm pleased to say I've managed to tick off the vast majority of items that were written down at the beginning of 2013. The Camino and Vogalonga were both on the Action Plan - beautiful memories that will live forever. My visit to Spain also … Continue reading A QUICK GLANCE BACK AT 2013
Success
Success - what does it mean? Different things to different people and I suppose the most common myth is that those with the trappings of wealth, status or fame are successful – at least this is what the media would have us all believing. But these are purely external – it is what the world … Continue reading Success
Self Care
Self care - taking care of number one – me! This is not something that comes easily but is absolutely essential for both personal and professional wellbeing. In fact, the more senior the role the more important to have a self care strategy in place as in today's electronic age it is too easy to … Continue reading Self Care
Michelle Hanton OAM 