Kathie van Vugt

Kathie van Vugt

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Leadership vs the Decision Lens

Posted on September 2020September 2020Author Kathie van VugtPosted in Leadership

The interplay between leadership and the decision lens is a perplexing topic and one that has had a blazing spotlight thrown onto it in 2020. Here are my musings on leadership in the Covid context …

5 Reasons Robots Will Create Jobs, Not Take Them

Posted on August 2020August 2020Author Kathie van VugtPosted in Technology

There has been a lot of commentary in recent years about concerns that robots will take jobs from people, but quite the opposite is true. Let’s get real and shift the narrative.

Ducati Welcomes a Powerhouse Female Leader

Posted on July 2020July 2020Author Kathie van VugtPosted in Leadership

As an avid Desmodonna, Ducati owner and female motorcyclist, I was delighted when I learnt that Ducati Australia and New Zealand had appointed a female as their Head of Marketing.

500 Coffees: Successful Networking Takes Commitment

Posted on June 2020June 2020Author Kathie van VugtPosted in Leadership

For the past 5 years, I have been honing my networking skills with a lot of practice. Recently, using all the techniques I’ve learnt, I found myself in the right place at the right time for an amazing opportunity!

6 Big Challenges to Solve for Australia’s Robotics Industry

Posted on May 2020May 2020Author Kathie van VugtPosted in Technology

I have learnt a lot about the Australian Robotics Industry recently and have been surprised by some of the fundamental challenges we need to overcome if it’s to succeed. Let’s tackle these, what role can you play?

Is a Career or Personal Branding Coach worthwhile?

Posted on May 2020May 2020Author Kathie van VugtPosted in Leadership

The answer to this question really is: It depends. Over the past four years, I have had cause to look deeply into what I want to be when I grow up and I have found seeking external advice very helpful.

10 Lessons my Ducati taught me about Governance

Posted on April 2020May 2020Author Kathie van VugtPosted in Leadership

It may seem an unlikely synergism, however, I’ve come to realise my experiences as a motorcyclist are very much aligned with my approach to governance.

Adding value without industry-specific credentials

Posted on April 2020May 2020Author Kathie van VugtPosted in Technology

Though I have not come from a traditional tech or STEM background, I have developed a keen interest in technology. The big question is: What value can I add to the tech economy without industry-specific credentials?

My Story: An unconventional career

Posted on March 2020February 2021Author Kathie van VugtPosted in Leadership

Family legend has it that, when Aunty Jo asked me, aged 5, what I wanted to be when I grew up, I raised my chin and replied proudly: “I want to be a businesswoman”.

Hi there, I’m Kathie

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I hope you enjoy reading about my life experiences and insights from a career that has traversed hospitality, health regulation, technology, robotics and space.

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