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Last week we buried my Aunty Mele. At her funeral, my father stood up and did something no one in that Tongan church had ever heard before. What he did next, and what he said when the faifekau pulled him aside, taught me more about leading across generations than most books have in 300 pages.

You can be given a title. You can be given a team. But no one can give you trust. That has to be earned, one interaction at a time. In this post, I break down the three things that build trust as a leader — and the small habits that silently destroy it.

Nearly half of New Zealand's working-age population struggles with the basic numeracy skills needed for modern work. It's not just a school problem — it's sitting on your production floor, in your warehouse, and across your admin team right now. Here's what the data says, and what smart business leaders are doing about it.

From humble beginnings giving church talks at age 7 to becoming one of New Zealand’s most sought-after MCs, Ma’a Brian Sagala shares his journey of faith, storytelling, and communication. In this powerful episode of the Zeducation Podcast, Brian reveals how preparation, purpose, and staying true to who you are can unlock doors. Whether you're a leader, speaker, or simply want to grow your voice—this conversation will move and inspire you.

Andre Timothy didn’t start with a sales degree or a flashy resume. But he did have something powerful: the courage to ask questions. His story reveals why curiosity—not confidence—is the real game-changer in sales.

Woxy, a proud Fletcher Reinforcing employee, found his voice through Zeducation’s Future Ready training. From budgeting better to bonding with his daughter, this story shows how workplace learning creates life-changing impact.

Missy didn’t enjoy talking to people or sharing how he felt—until he joined Zeducation’s Conflict and Resolution course. What started as a personal journey became a powerful example of how learning to resolve conflict can uplift individuals, strengthen teams, and boost workplace performance. Recent New Zealand research shows why these skills are vital now more than ever.

Discover how Pauline Fonoifua transformed her mindset through the Future-Ready Wellbeing Programme—funded by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited to uplift Pacific workers across Auckland. A story of balance, growth, and leadership.

Dani Simpson, Director of Dynamic Media In today’s digital-first professional world, your LinkedIn profile is more than just an online...

Dr Jennifer Gold, Relationships Researcher, Therapist, and Speaker, Deans Honours In our latest Zeducation Podcast episode, we had an...

Tips on improving literacy and numeracy in the workplace.

Enhancing Literacy and Numeracy Training for Pasifika Adult Learners: Strategies for Success.

Pasifika people need support with workplace training, and employers play a key role in making this happen. The Pacific population in New...

Effective leaders use the power of questions to encourage critical thinking, facilitate open communication, and gather valuable perspectives