Summary - Why Good Work Isn't Enough Anymore

Join leadership experts Sonia McDonald and Sarah Vizer as they share what's really valued in today's workplace and how professionals can position themselves for long-term leadership success without overextending or burning out.

In this session, you'll gain:

Practical ways to stay relevant in an AI-focused world
Insights to help you build a sustainable career
A clear understanding of the leadership behaviours that matter most in today’s workplace

Sonia McDonald (Bachelor of Business, 1998) is a globally recognised leadership expert, executive coach, and Founder and CEO of LeadershipHQ. With more than 35 years of experience, she helps leaders across Australia and internationally unlock their potential, combining neuroscience with courage-based leadership to drive lasting change.

A published author and sought-after keynote speaker, Sonia is the creator of The Leadership Compass™ and Leadership Brain Framework™. She has worked with organisations including Virgin, Coles, ANZ, and Thiess, and is the host of the Leadership with Sonia podcast and founder of Worksparks, an AI-powered coaching platform. She is here to share insights on courageous leadership in an AI-driven world and closing the human skills gap.

Sarah Vizer (Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Arts in Japanese, 2000) is an ICF-accredited Leadership and Mindset Coach, author of ‘Too Tired to Think’, and an abstract artist.

Drawing on her corporate and lived experience, Sarah equips clients with practical strategies to manage stress, navigate change, and redefine what sustainable performance truly looks like, all without sacrificing their health, curiosity or joy. She is here to share practical insights on burnout recovery, sustainable leadership, and building a portfolio career.