Why do some colleagues think best in meetings while others need time to process? Learn the three brain types that drive workplace communication and discover five proven strategies to improve team collaboration and decision making.

Why do we tend to overlook the value of being a conduit. Someone who connects ideas, people and opportunities. To many, it seems inconsequential, almost invisible. But those who understand this elusive skill know better. They look for it. They cultivate it. Because they understand that the ability to be a clear channel, the hinge, is both rare and vital.

I’ve spent time observing the faint hum of these intersections. The moments where insights emerge, collaborations spark and momentum begins. These are often quiet exchanges. The right introduction, a well timed nudge, an auditory echo that travels farther than the original speaker. And yet, so many people dismiss this work as trivial or secondary.

So, why do we undervalue this skill? And, perhaps more importantly, how do we place proper value on the role of the conduit? How do we ensure that the effectiveness and impact of this kind of work aren’t erased or overlooked?

Building a high performing, culturally connected and happy workforce is an art. Learn how Sparrowly Group’s Giovanna Lever approaches workforce plan and what makes up the holy trinity.

Engagement, a cornerstone of communication, is critical in the workplace for fostering positive relationships and ultimately, achieving better business outcomes. Yet, if I had a dollar for every resume claiming “I’m a great communicator,” I’d be well on my way to retirement. The reality is that many people struggle with one fundamental aspect of communication - true engagement. 

Why? Because we don’t know how to listen.

Sparrowly Group’s Giovanna Lever shares her tips to mastering deep and long lasting engagement.

So many think that culture is about free lunches, ping pong and setting up social committees. But, it’s more than that. It’s the care and consideration we put around the needs of each team member to thrive and it goes beyond the surface level perks of dinners and team offsites. Sparrowly Group's Managing Director Giovanna Lever shares her take on culture and the practices that she follows daily to drive a collaborative and positive culture.

How we communicate as individuals and as a team has a significant impact on how we all perform. And it can be hard. Sparrowly Group’s Giovanna Lever provides insight into maintaining your communications A game.

Perfectionism is unfortunately more common than we realise and resides in many of us. Sparrowly Group’s Giovanna Lever explores how it affects her as a leader and strategies she has implemented to overcome perfectionism and embrace growth.

Giovanna Lever provides her insights as to why advocating for your team is integral in leadership for the business and the most importantly, the team.

Sparrowly Group has been in business for four years, Giovanna Lever reflects on the biggest learnings of running a small business and shares her four fundamental business insights.

According to Giovanna Lever, it doesn’t matter if you’re the Queen of England or someone starting out in your career or new business, if you are brave enough, if someone has recommended that we would be a good fit to meet (with no strings attached), then she will always make the time.

It is often that big companies forget to nurture their team resulting in staff resigning. What does it take to have good leadership in a workplace? Giovanna Lever explains.