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Non Executive Director: More Than a Seat at the Table

27th February, 2026

The role of the Non Executive Director is to provide independent oversight, strategic guidance, and constructive challen...

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Work From Home in Victoria: From Flexibility to Formal Right, What Employers Are Grappling With

26th February, 2026

For many Victorian employers, work from home (WFH) began as a pragmatic, voluntary response to COVID. What is now emergi...

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Why Executive Searches Fail: Unclear Mandate and Misaligned Stakeholders

6th February, 2026

Executive search is often framed as a talent problem. In reality, most failed executive hires have little to do with can...

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Why Resignations After a Break Are often a Leadership Signal

6th February, 2026

Every February, leaders brace for resignations. They’re often explained by the usual factors — pay, workload, better off...

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Managing the Human Impact of Change: Insights from Cabrini Health and RDNS Transformation Journeys

21st October, 2025

At Dakin Partners, recently merged with Choice Australia and now known as Choice Dakin, we’ve had the privilege of suppo...

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Winning Government Grants: Real Opportunities for Significant Funding

21st October, 2025

With the right information and advice, government grants are very real opportunities for significant funding. We work wi...

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Case Study: Strategic Recruitment Turnaround for a Leading NFP Organisation

21st October, 2025

Our client, a nationally recognised and well-established leader in the not-for-profit (NFP) sector, holds a strong reput...

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Case Study: Developing a New Role – Aligning Skills and Business Strategy Now and Into the Future

17th October, 2025

I’ve been fortunate to work with a highly respected family owned Capital equipment manufacturer in Western Victoria for ...

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Case Study: Supporting Professionals Through Organisational Change at John Holland Group

26th August, 2025

At Choice Dakin, we help organisations manage the human impact of change with dignity, care and professionalism. Our rec...

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Case Study: Targeted Approaches For Industry Specific Search

26th August, 2025

Client Overview: A specialist building product manufacturer aiming to expand into a new sector within the construction i...

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Case Study: How Interview Dynamics Shaped the Success of a Global Executive Hire

25th August, 2025

I recently completed an assignment to recruit a Division Leader of an International Chemical Trading company. We made a ...

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The Power of AI, but a Word on Privacy

21st August, 2025

AI is incredibly powerful and indeed with a client we recently used DeepAgent and other platforms to help us rank two pr...

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Migration: A Moving Target for Employers

13th August, 2025

Whether you're trying to fill roles or find your next opportunity, it's clear: hiring in Australia is being shaped by so...

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The Impact of AI: Which Roles Are Replaceable and Where Will Growth Be?

12th August, 2025

AI is rapidly transforming industries globally, and Australia is no exception. From customer service to healthcare, AI i...

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Aligning your Succession Planning with the Human Capital Strategy

4th July, 2025

Aligning your succession planning with the human capital strategy and the broader business goals is crucial for organisa...

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