Another year is upon us, bringing fresh opportunities to reflect, refocus, and reignite.
Time moves fast. Days blur into weeks, and weeks into months. Without intention, it’s easy to lose sight of what matters most.
This year, we’re inviting you to pause. To reconnect with your why. To remind yourself of the unique contributions only you can make. When you do, the ripple effect will touch every aspect of your life – your family, your community, and yes, your workplace!
This year, the Thriving Workplace Series centres on a theme that’s both timely and transformative: “The Human in the Being.” It’s about more than just recognising the human aspect of work – it’s about reconnecting with the human in your being.
Purpose is at the heart of this. When we take the time to understand who we are, what drives us, and how we show up in the world, it doesn’t just transform us personally – it has a profound impact on the way we work and the workplaces we’re part of.
For individuals, reconnecting with the human in your being fosters self-awareness, resilience, and fulfilment. It allows you to channel your unique gifts back into the world with greater intention and clarity. When you feel aligned with your why, you approach challenges with focus and passion, and this inspires and energises those around you.
For organisations, the ripple effect is just as powerful. When people are connected to their purpose and see how it aligns with the organisation’s purpose, it elevates every aspect of work. Teams become more collaborative, cultures grow stronger, and performance improves.
Without this alignment, the cracks show – people feel disconnected, out of place, and unable to contribute their best. Imagine how may square pegs are sat in round holes in the corporate world right now. Maybe you are one of them?!
At Serenity, this year’s focus has inspired us to reconnect with our own why. Running a business isn’t always easy, but our purpose keeps us going:
To create a world where every human feels deeply connected, inspired, and empowered to thrive. We believe in the magic of meaningful experiences – moments that spark connection, open hearts, and equip people to navigate life’s challenges with courage and confidence. By breaking down barriers and nurturing what makes us human, we aim to light a path where everyone can flourish and inspire others to do the same.
Seeing the impact this community has had over the past eight years – on workplaces, families, and individuals – reminds us why we do what we do.
Your feedback continues to affirm the importance of this work:
“This community is like coming home. A place where head and heart come together to lead with purpose.” – Gina Meibusch, Chief R&D Officer & Head of Client Success, Art of Mentoring
“The energy, emotions, time, and love that you and Sophie put in is nothing short of incredible. The growing groundswell you’ve created is changing lives in Australia and beyond. Each year is more impactful than the last.” – Adam Jadresic, General Manager Health, Safety and Wellbeing, Greencross Pet Wellness Company
“You created such a special space for real conversations to happen, both through the storytellers and the many deep individual conversations over two days. It was such a gift.” – Teresa Lilly, VP People, Grow Inc.
“Thanks so much Sophie and Claire, another two days surrounded by the most genuine and caring people in the country. Thanks so much for the invitation and opportunity to be a part of this year’s conference.” – Alan Sparkes, former Deputy Commissioner, Mental Health Commission of New South Wales
It’s been great to remember our why is the anchor that holds everything together – the reason we get out of bed in the morning. When our actions align with our values, the ripple effect transforms not just our work, but our lives.
This is where personal fulfilment meets organisational success.
Helping You Reconnect with the Human in Your Being
If you’re wondering where to begin, there are two incredible Thought Leaders within our Thriving Workplace community who can guide you in reconnecting with your why and purpose. Both Gill McLaren and Cassandra Goodman are deeply respected voices in this space, and their work has inspired countless individuals and organisations to create meaningful change.
Gill McLaren
Founder of Syntegrate and creator of the Uniqology framework, Gill’s work focuses on helping people uncover their unique life fingerprint.
Her six-step process, outlined in her book Think. Plan. Live., empowers individuals to align their lives with their core values and strengths, fostering clarity and purpose.
Drawing on her extensive corporate experience, including 20 years in leadership roles at Coca-Cola, Gill brings both practical insight and deep wisdom to her work.
She has been instrumental in helping leaders and teams unlock their full potential by ensuring personal and professional alignment. Gill’s thought leadership in the Thriving Workplace community continues to elevate our understanding of how purpose drives fulfilment and success.
Explore Gill McLaren’s Uniqology and her book at Think. Plan. Live.
Cassandra Goodman
A highly regarded coach, author, and thought leader, Cassandra’s work focuses on helping individuals and organisations create environments where people can show up as their authentic selves. Her teachings challenge us to reconnect with who we truly are and bring that sense of self into the workplace with confidence and pride.
Cassandra’s approach highlights that when people feel safe to be themselves, workplaces thrive—resulting in greater innovation, collaboration, and engagement.
With years of experience leading people-first initiatives across industries, Cassandra’s voice is a powerful reminder of the profound impact that authenticity has on organisational success. Her insights and contributions to the Thriving Workplace community have shaped countless conversations on how we can build workplaces where humanity and purpose are at the centre.
Discover Cassandra Goodman’s work at CassandraGoodman.com
Both Gill and Cassandra are passionate about equipping leaders and organisations with the tools to create environments where purpose, alignment, and authenticity flourish. Their work reminds us that reconnecting with the human in our being is not only transformative for individuals but also critical for the success of the workplaces we lead and shape.
Why This Matters Now
Over the past eight years, this incredible community has become so much more than we ever imagined. It’s a movement of people who care deeply, want to make a profound difference, and are committed to creating workplaces where their people truly thrive – it’s just amazing!!
Let’s make 2025 the year we lead with purpose, authenticity, and heart. Together, we can continue building workplaces – and lives – where every person is seen, valued, and inspired.
Please know, you are the heartbeat of this community, and we’re so grateful to walk this journey with you – we can’t wait to see where this year takes us, together 🩵
With love and gratitude,
Claire & Sophie