Equipping Leaders to Support Employees Experiencing Domestic Violence
HR Support

This course equips managers, HR professionals, and organisational leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace for employees experiencing domestic violence or coercive control. Participants will learn to recognise signs of distress, implement effective safety and privacy measures, and respond empathetically to disclosures, creating a culture where employees feel valued and secure.

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Corrina Lindby (Business Consultant)

Corrina Lindby | Founder of The Answer is Yes |

(BBus Acc; Ass Dip Bus Admin; Dip OHS; Cert IV Trainer, Cert III Social Welfare, Fire Safety Advisor, Justice of the Peace)     

Pioneering Resilience in Business Strategy

In an era where the business landscape is as volatile as ever, one thing is certain: the need for resilience has never been more acute. For business leader Corrina Lindby, resilience is not just a buzzword but a mission that has defined her career and accomplishments. The unwavering commitment of Corrina Lindby, the founder of The Answer is Yes, is to embed resilience in the heart of business strategy.

Understanding the Urgency of Resilience

Corrina Lindby's pivotal insight, gleaned from over a decade working as a financial counselor, revealed a startling pattern. Despite their best intentions and spirited growth endeavors, businesses were crumbling under the weight of unforeseen challenges. Initially, her experience served as a poignant reminder of the inherent courage and vision of entrepreneurs. Yet, it underscored a significant gap: enterprises were investing in growth without commensurate investment in protective measures. This necessitates a reevaluation of our operational frameworks to include not just ambitious plans for the future but robust strategies for withstanding the unexpected.

The Impending Paradigm Shift

The traditional approach to business continuity planning often falls short. Reactive measures, though necessary, fail to offer the comprehensive protective armament that businesses require. Corrina's work epitomizes a paradigm shift that advocates for a proactive reinforcement of organizational resilience. Her pioneering strategy is centered on the belief that strategic planning must be multi-faceted, pre-empting disruption rather than hurriedly responding to it.

Reactive Techniques vs. Proactive Resilience

Reactive Techniques

  • Issue-siloed approach
  • Tailored response to immediate threats
  • Often singular, immediate solutions

Proactive Resilience Strategies

  • Holistic viewpoint that anticipates complex threats
  • Continuous assessment and adaptation
  • Institutionalizing resilience within organizational culture

By implementing measures to predict, prevent, and prepare for a wide spectrum of risks, companies can look forward to sustained operations amidst adversities and a competitive advantage rooted in sturdy preparedness.

Fostering a Business Culture of Resilience

Corrina's vision isn't just about offering a solution; it's about actualizing a culture within organizations that values and practices resilience. The culture of resilience is not merely a set of policies stored in a file cabinet but the very landscape of how businesses operate daily. It involves the upskilling of employees to be agile, the establishment of a clear crisis response framework, and the prioritization of investments in robust technology and infrastructure.

Investing in Human Capital

Corrina highlights the pivotal role that focused training and professional development play in building an emotionally intelligent and adaptable workforce. By fostering a growth mindset and equipping employees with the necessary skill sets, companies create human capital that is not only their most valuable asset but also the first line of defense against disruption.