DR LEANNE FAULKNER
Changing the way we think about
self-employment and mental health.
"I help businesses understand how power and control affects productivity, profit and purpose."
Putting Power to Work
Stress when self-employed isn't a mindset problem. It's a power problem. When small business owners believe they have agency; over who they work with, how they work, and when, they thrive. Even on the hard days. Working well in small business is more than addressing physical needs. It's about good job design using ideas that ensure the business owner is always in control of their work day.
Large organisations who embrace flexible workforce structures, benefit from having extensive small business insight. Identifying the unique challenges that their micro-suppliers face means they can actively adapt their systems so they thrive. Collaboration leads to improved productivity and profit for all. Importantly, it builds lasting connections with talent that has the freedom to work anywhere.
Values Clarity
Without articlated values, everything feels negotiable.
Power at Work
Power is the key to enjoying flexibile work experiences.
Longevity Planning
Good workplace mental health requires planning.
It's Just Business
Learning how to separate self from the business.
Relational Strength
Fostering support from stakeholders is critical.
Systems Responsibility
Everyone in the business ecosystem has a role to play.
Services Available:
Conference Keynote Speaking
Do you host a conference for your small business association or industry members? Engage me to share the latest thinking and strategies to maintain optimum mental health when you're a small business owner. Your audience will be surprised to hear it's got nothing to do with downward dogs or lavender tea.
Workplace Consulting
Improving relationships with your small business customers and suppliers can result in overall business performance improvement. Work with me to discover new ways to connect with your small business stakeholders to ensure every interaction is productive, profitable and enjoyable for everyone in the business ecosystem.
Workshops & Retreats
Do you have a senior executive team managing relationships with your small business customers or suppliers? Talk to me about my workshop service to share my business-owner insights to help improve relationships, productivity and profits.
Our business-owner retreats are popular with couples looking to strengthen their relationship to support each other through the business ownership journey.
Your Small Business Mental Health Expert
Looking for an expert opinion or comment? Reach out to me for insights into the mental health of small business owners. Sole-traders and micro-business owners are the largest business sector in Australia, and it's time we challenge outdated approaches to their workplace mental health. My PhD research uncovered the unique challenges business owners in this sector face, and my results produced an innovative way to improve their mental health at work.
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