Turning people challenges into lasting solutions

Developing leaders who can execute strategy

Reducing leadership risk and succession gaps

Building capability that drives performance

Creating culture that supports business goals

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People Strategy & Leadership Development Specialist

Proven approaches to building people leadership capability.

  • Leadership Essentials

    Leadership skills for people leaders

    Most leaders are promoted for being good at their job, not for being good at leading people. They're playing a new game with old rules.

    The solution? A 7-lesson system that transforms how leaders think and operate:

    ✓ Plan for leadership first — instead of squeezing it in
    ✓ Build team capability — instead of rescuing everyone
    ✓ Lead with intention — instead of reacting to problems

    The result? More independent teams. Fewer fires. Real confidence.

    This isn't theory-heavy training. It's practical tools and frameworks you can use from day one. Whether you're stepping into leadership for the first time or strengthening foundations you never got, this hybrid program gives you the structure and support to lead with clarity.

    Available online and in-person.

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  • People Strategy

    For organisations ready to align people and performance

    Strong strategy is wasted without the leadership capability to deliver it. I help organisations close the gap between business plans and people practices — turning strategy into action through practical leadership development and HR expertise.

    I work with executives and senior managers to answer critical questions:

    How do we build leaders who can drive performance without burning out?

    How do we design systems that make people management predictable, not chaotic?

    How do we create a culture where teams think independently and contribute at their best?

    Through tailored programs, executive coaching, and strategic HR advisory, I partner with you to build capability, resilience, and alignment across your leadership pipeline.

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  • Executive Coaching

    For leaders wanting intensive growth

    Leading people is complex and deeply personal. You're juggling performance issues, compliance requirements, and strategic goals while building a team that actually wants to work for you.

    Most coaching focuses on one piece. Real leadership challenges don't fit neat categories.

    My blended approach:

    Coaching — develop capability and confidence

    Advisory — navigate complex people situations

    Compliance — meet legal and organisational obligations

    IECL-accredited coach with 25+ years as senior HR executive, consultant, and business owner. I've helped 100+ leaders across Australia.

    Perfect for: Senior leaders and business owners wanting trusted 1:1 support

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  • Practical skills. Actionable advice.

    Most leadership programs teach you how to think like a leader. I teach you how to BE one.

    Leaders don't need another personality test or psychological evaluation.

    They need the actual skills: how to lead when a team member pushes back, when something's gone wrong, when you're not sure how to say what needs to be said, plus the self-awareness to know when and how to use them.

    Other training: Here's a new approach to think about.
    My approach: Here's the step-by-step process to handle it, plus the reflection to understand why it matters.

    It's skills AND self-awareness. Not conceptual theory.
    Leadership skills you can use in your next meeting.

  • Andrea Tunjic - Leadership Specialist

    I've spent 25+ years at the intersection of people, performance, and pressure — coaching leaders, building strong cultures, and navigating the grey areas where compliance meets human behavior.

    I've worked with newly promoted managers stepping into leadership roles. I've supported executives through growth and change. And I've seen what happens when capable people get the right support to succeed in leadership.

    That's why I built Leadership Essentials. Not from theory, but from real-world patterns I see again and again: high-performers ready to lead but needing a clear roadmap to manage people effectively and build strong teams.

    My programs are everything I wish I could have given every new leader from the start.

    Because when we teach people how to lead well from day one, we create leadership that lifts performance, strengthens culture, and helps everyone thrive.

Our clients know leadership doesn’t just happen in a boardroom

It happens on site, in team huddles, on the floor, and at the toolbox talk.

You hear it in how people communicate. You feel it in the way they back each other.

You see it in the everyday wins and steady growth.

They come from every corner of business — big brands, small teams, fast-paced startups, from city HQs to regional operations.

And they all want the same thing: to see their leaders thrive.

That’s where we come in - with practical tools, grounded advice, and lasting support that helps people leaders grow with confidence.

BDO

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James Cook University

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ANZ

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Worklink

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Adhesive Media

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Freedom Constructions

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Caffeinated Jacks Pty Ltd

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24/7 Emergency Vets

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Priceline Pharmacy

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Aussie Locums

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Amcal

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North Queensland Land Council

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Australian Banana Growers

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Dolphin Electrical

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Civil Aviation Safety Authority

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Queensland Government

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Girringun Aboriginal Corporation

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Precruitment Pty Ltd

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Queensland Health

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Chartered Accountants ANZ

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Oxanda Pty Ltd

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IOT Australasia

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GoLogic Group

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Miller Harris Lawyers

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CSF Industries

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NT Government

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Pacific Hotel Group

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QuickSIlver Group

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Energy And Water Ombudsman

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GBR Helicopters

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Umi Arts

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Bluewater Pty Ltd

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The Marble and Granite Fitters

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MiHaven Pty Ltd

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Jade Wellness Clinics

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Bendigo Bank

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