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The official magazine of Proteus Enterprises P/L 32 years OF creating great leaders By Des Penny proteus edition 2 2025 The Invisible Culture Killers By AIMME The One-Way Door Versus The Two-Way Door By Richard DoreThe Proteuslife Team Editor: Des Penny Production: Leanne Keillor Advertising: Joe Stuart Design: Javier Marmol For all enquiries: 1300 219 903 ABN: 30 092 276 358 proteusleadership.com An Important Message SUBSCRIBE Proteuslife welcomes editorial submissions from a diverse range of people and industries. The information printed is intended to inform and illustrate and should not be taken as professional advice without first checking with appropriate legal or industrial experts. We do not necessarily endorse the views, statements, claims, strategies or ideas put forward by contributors of the magazine. Proteuslife is merely relaying experiences and information. Proteuslife is not liable for any personal or professional loss you may have incurred as a result of reading this magazine. No material may be reproduced in part or whole without written consent from the editor. Advertisements in Proteuslife will be accepted only if they meet all relevant laws and will not give rise to any legal claims or liability and they reflect the culture and purpose of the magazine. proteus The official magazine of Proteus Enterprises P/L John C. Maxwell Remember: Sometimes we win and sometimes we learn. 2 proteuslife 2 proteuslife Subscribe to Proteuslife MagazineDes Penny Every minute we spend complaining about what's happening is a minute we take away from making things better. Hi everyone, Welcome to another exciting edition of Proteuslife – Australia’s premier leadership magazine. Where has this year gone? It seems to be moving so fast, but so have the preceding years, in fact in April 2025 Proteus Leadership celebrated 32 years in business. I still remember the day I launched the company with a desk and a filing cabinet in a small bedroom in Melbourne. So much has happened since then and I believe we have had and continue to have a real impact on thousands of leaders across Australia and beyond. But it is not just the company we celebrate in this edition; we also celebrate our amazing team and the extensive years they have dedicated to Creating Great Leaders. So, please join us in our celebrations by enjoying the articles and stories we have the privilege of bringing to you in every edition because without you, our clients and readers, we wouldn’t be able to celebrate these milestones – so, THANKYOU! I would also encourage you to join me on my Podcast “Let’s GO – Let’s GROW”, by scanning the QR code on page 8. This is a great ongoing resource for anyone in a leadership role. So, again a very BIG thankyou to everyone who has played a role in helping us to live our dream and fulfill this milestone. We are deeply grateful! Des Penny - Editor editor's proteusleadership.com/linkedin/des proteusleadership.com/lets-go-lets- grow-podcast-with-des-penny/ proteusleadership.com/des-penny-blog Connect with Des! Let's Go - Let's Grow podcast with Des Penny Celebrating 32 Years of Leadership and Gratitude 3 proteuslife06 32 Years Of Creating Great Leaders By Des Penny 3 Editorial 6 32 Years Of Creating Great Leaders By Des Penny 10 The One-Way Door Versus The Two-Way Door By Richard Dore 13 6 Sentences That Will Change Your Mindset and Life 14 Mentorship In The Modern Workplace By AIMME 16 What Our Clients Are Saying 18 The Quiet Power Of Consistency In Leadership By AIMME 20 The Invisible Culture Killers By AIMME 22 The New Currency Of Culture: TRUST By AIMME contents Health in the Workplace: Preventing Burnout! By AIMME 44 The Quiet Power Of Consistency In Leadership By AIMME 18 4 proteuslife10 The One-Way Door Versus The Two- Way Door By Richard Dore 26 2025 Professional Development Schedule 28 Quotes: Mel Robbins 29 Leadership Breakfast Is Back In 2025! 30 10 Tips For Finding The Good In Every Situation By AIMEE 32 Reframing feedback: From Fear To Fuel By AIMEE 34 Proteus Events 36 Leading With Humanity In Tough Times By AIMME 38 The Complete Leader Certificate 40 The Proteus Pantry 44 Health in the Workplace: Preventing Burnout! By AIMME 46 Proteus Team 48 Book Review By Richard Dore 50 10 Simple Lessons To Live By 22 The Importance of Future Leaders Being Coaches By AIMME 5 proteuslife6 proteuslifeOn 9th April 1993 I set out to Create Great Leaders across Australia, and after 32 years that is still my goal. I know that it is very trendy to talk about understanding your 'WHY', but I have to say that this has been the driving force that has kept us all going and growing over the whole 32 years. The way you do things may change, but the reason you do them should remain steadfast. I am very blessed to have a supportive family and partner, in fact all four of my children have played a significant role in the business. Both of my daughters are still actively involved at Proteus, while my two sons have moved on to exciting careers in both design and marketing and the Fire Brigade. I would also like to thank Richard Dore who has been with me now for 26 years. His input has been invaluable to the success of our business and I will always be grateful for the role he has played in building the business with me. Also, to the rest of the Proteus team, many of whom have been with us for sometime, and others for a short time, thank you! But most of all I would like to thank you, our clients, who have allowed us to play a role in your lives and your businesses. With many of you it has been more than a business relationship, we have actually created a tribe of people who are also dedicated to improving leadership in this country. I cannot begin to share the many life- changing testimonials that we have received over the 32 years, but what l do know is that together we have created a better world and have indeed had the privilege of being the catalyst for major decisions being made in the lives of many leaders across our nation. The exciting thing for me is that we have only just begun! 2025 has already seen growth as we continue to expand our team across Australia, and continue to build our international arm. And we are more excited than ever about the possibility of creating even more Great Leaders. So, thank you for your support over these 32 years and remember: Des Penny Co-CEO Proteus Leadership If INTEGRITY is the foundation you build your life on, then you will always be successful, no matter what the world throws at you. - Des Penny Of Creating Years Great Leaders 32 After 32 challenging and exciting years in business, I look back, so proud of the Proteus team for what we have achieved, right across Australia and now internationally. 7 proteuslifeDes Penny If you're looking for a podcast that will help you become a better leader and grow your business, we highly recommend Let's Go - Let's Grow with Des Penny. So, why not give them a listen today and subscribe by clicking on the QR Code above? 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