Michael Rooke
Michael Rooke is the principal and founder of AttitudeWorks, a boutique consultancy that specialises in developing the emotional intelligence of teams and leaders. His clients include Macquarie, Contact Energy (NZ), Origin Energy, NZX and the Westfield Group. Michael’s qualifications include a Bachelor of Education (Adult) and a Diploma in Training and Assessment Systems. Check out http://www.attitudeworks.com.au for Michael’s blog and you can join the AttitudeWorks community at http://www.facebook.com/attitudeworks.au
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Choice not chance determines your happiness
Miranda Kerr claims to read affirmations every morning because they make her feel “more centred and inspired”. One such affirmation…... Read more
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RT @johnluu: Amazing story of how a @triplej journo does her job visually-impaired. Goosebumps. http://t.co/N0ApEppril (via @abcmarkscott)
Writing column on orgasmic birth. Needed last line. Inspired by this necklace I bought. http://t.co/PgQ7jtGxaE
Some of the weird things that happen at End of Financial Year parties http://t.co/2lyVZoIK4q#finance
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The Punch is moving house
Good morning Punchers. After four years of excellent fun and great conversation, this is the final post…
Will Pope Francis have the vision to tackle this?
I have had some close calls, one that involved what looked to me like an AK47 pointed my way, followed…
Advocating risk management is not “victim blaming”
In a world in which there are still people who subscribe to the vile notion that certain victims of sexual…
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choice ringside rantings
From: Hasbro, go straight to gaol, do not pass go
Tim says:
They should update other things in the game too. Instead of a get out of jail free card, they should have a Dodgy Lawyer card that not only gets you out of jail straight away but also gives you a fat payout in compensation for daring to arrest you in the first place. Instead of getting a hotel when you… [read more]From: A guide to summer festivals especially if you wouldn’t go
Kel says:
If you want a festival for older people or for families alike, get amongst the respectable punters at Bluesfest. A truly amazing festival experience to be had of ALL AGES. And all the young "festivalgoers" usually write themselves off on the first night, only to never hear from them again the rest of… [read more]Gentle jabs to the ribs
Superman needs saving
Can somebody please save Superman? He seems to be going through a bit of a crisis. Eighteen months ago,… Read more
