If you've ever found yourself wondering, how to optimise your networks, if paid networking events are worthwhile, or what to do if you're not a fan of small talk, join us at "Nailing Networking" to explore the transformative power of networking and how it can reshape your professional or business journey.
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WHAT BRANDS CAN LEARN FROM TAYLOR SWIFT right now
Have you noticed, and like me, are you loving, the feminine energy behind the Taylor Swift mania sweeping Australia?
Brands should be taking any opportunity to leverage this story they possibly can.
Wednesday 2nd June, see Carmen speak Confidence on Camera at two events. Both available online.
TWO EVENTS WHERE YOU CAN SEE ME SPEAK
I have a couple of great, low-cost opportunities for you to come along and hear all the Confidence on Camera secret sauce I save for my paid corporate workshops, speaking gigs, 1-1s and Group programs.
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Is a fear of showing your face on camera holding you back? Join my free challenge.
Scared of Showing Your Face On Camera?
Have you ever..
turned down a job opportunity because it asked you to send a video?
felt sick at the thought of watching yourself back on screen?
recorded a thousand takes only to end up with nothing worth posting?
6PR’s Carmen Braidwood and Michael Genovese with Karalee Katsambanis, author of Step-Parenting with Purpose.
WHY STEP-PARENTING CAN BE SUCH A MINEFIELD
From time to time, I jump on the radio talk about being a step-mum. It might not sound like a big deal, but over the years, I’ve learned to brace for a lot of criticism.
You see, I think when people hear the term step-parent it brings to mind a lot of unpalatable words. Words like divorce, affair, custody and living arrangements. Not to mention the nasty depictions of step-parents we are all familiar with. The “evil”, “ugly” and always female characters of the world’s most famous fairy tales.
Step-parenting is such a minefield, that journalist, mum, and step mum, Karalee Katsambanis, has filled an entire book on the topic.
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Carmen Braidwood, MC at the launch of Broome’s Shinju Matsuri Festival in 2019
A few questions to ask when selecting the right MC
If you’re the person tasked with managing that upcoming event for your business, company or brand, chances are, you’ve begun to consider having someone stand up and host it.
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REVIEW: MAMMA MIA THE MUSICAL
It amazes me that in my near-30 year career of obsessing over musicals, that last night was the first time I'd seen Mama Mia on stage.
This is the one affectionately referred to by fans as "the ABBA Musical" (or the movie musical that Pierce Brosnan would rather forget). But the super-group's own Beni & Bjorn didn't write the story of the band, instead this fun-fest is set in the Greek Islands and surprisingly perfectly: is populated only with songs recorded & released by ABBA.
Read MoreFive Things Your Mum Actually Wants to receive this Mother's Day
Now, please don’t get me wrong, I’m sure your mum just loved the pasta craft you made for her in pre-primary. You know the kind: cardboard cut in the shape of a heart, with pieces of dry macaroni glued to it and finished with a coat of gold spray-paint. Lovely. And it doubles as a Christmas tree decoration. But let’s face it, there’s not much more Mum can use that craft for than staring at and celebrating your developmental milestones.
To save you from a last-minute spend-a-thon the week of Mother’s Day, or from being an adult who spends their time gluing pasta to old cereal boxes, I’ve called in all the people, businesses and products I love best, to build a list of truly pampering, truly thoughtful – and most importantly ACTUALLY useful gifts that I’m certain any mum would love to get her hands on.
And guess what?! I’ve even managed to score some super special offers for you to get maximum value for Mum in the lead up to Mother’s Day. Excited? You should be 😉
Read MoreGo Shorty, it's Your Birthday
It’s my birthday. So I’m exercising my right to be a tad reflective.
I chose today to take a time out from all the career and business-related work I’ve been doing behind the scenes of late. If you’ve ever had to start afresh before you know it’s sometimes even busier than working full time. And I’ve been hard at it. That’s how I roll, I’m determined and stuff.
Read MoreMy Friend Woke Up Psychic
Well, in truth, my friend didn’t actually "wake up" with new psychic abilities, but it kinda felt that way for me. To be more accurate, I should probably have called this post: “the day I woke up to my friend’s news that she has been developing her psychic senses”, but that isn’t nearly as catchy.
I remember waking up one normal work day to find a direct Facebook message sent in the night that simply read, YES. The answer to whatever you’ve been asking yourself lately is yes.
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