Career Mentoring Melbourne

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Capability ≠ Capacity: What I wish I’d known about neurodivergence leading tech

Thu, Oct 22, 6:30 AM

From Tech Leading Ladies

4.8

Capability ≠ Capacity: What I wish I’d known about my neurodivergent brain when I was leading in tech I was diagnosed ADHD and autistic at 41, following severe burnout at the peak of my career in technology leadership, transformation and digital delivery. I was clearly capable of doing complex work. What I didn’t understand was why things that seemed like they should be easy could sometimes require an enormous amount of effort. In this talk, I’ll explore some of the less visible things that use our capacity at work — and how this helps us to find the right strategies to work sustainably as a neurodivergent leader. **Agenda (time in Melbourne/AEST)** * 5:30pm Networking * 6:00pm Welcome * 6:05pm Main Presentation * 6:35pm Q&A * 7:00pm Networking * 7:30pm Close **This will be a HYBRID event:** **Zoom link -** will be posted 1hr before event starts. **Our Speaker** **Ani Møller** Ani Møller is a neurodivergent leadership coach and ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) who works exclusively with neurodivergent leaders. Before becoming a coach, Ani worked in technology, transformation and digital delivery, including as an Executive Director leading large teams and multi-million-dollar programs. They were diagnosed ADHD and autistic at 41 following severe burnout, and subsequently trained as an ADHD coach. Their work now brings together lived experience, coaching and decades of leadership and transformation experience to help neurodivergent leaders understand how they work and build more sustainable ways of working and leading.

46 attendees

TechWalking - Networking Event for Tech Professionals

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00 PM

From IT Career in Australia

4.6

**"TechWalking" - Networking + Walking** Are you a tech professional looking to network beyond the screen? Look no further than my upcoming #TechWalking event! ‍ Join us for a refreshing walk around the scenic Albert Park Lake. It’s the perfect chance to connect with industry peers while getting in some steps! Check out the video from TechWalking Birthday: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bPiY9UBOtEw We'll kick things off at **10 am sharp** at the Albert Park Fitness Station. Please, don't be late! We're hitting the trail around the lake as soon as we gather. And trust me, you won't want to miss it – unless you're up for a bit of a sprint to catch up! (we're going anti-clockwise) This event is pet and kid-friendly, as long as your little ones and furry friends can manage a 5 km walk, they're more than welcome to join. Looking forward to meeting you all in real life! **TechWalking is free, and always will be.** But keeping the community going takes time, effort, and a few ongoing costs. If you enjoy TechWalking and would like to help us keep it growing, any donation is greatly appreciated: [https://tech-walking.yanamartens.com/donate](https://tech-walking.yanamartens.com/donate) Join the TechWalking group on LinkedIn! [https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14477058/](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14477058/) **TechWalking Community page: [https://tech-walking.yanamartens.com/](https://tech-walking.yanamartens.com/)** \*\*\* Follow me on LinkedIn for more information: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/yana-martens/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/yana-martens/) Just moved to Australia? Grab your FREE guide to land your tech job! [https://yanamartens.com/first-tech-job-in-australia/](https://yanamartens.com/first-tech-job-in-australia/) Subscribe to YouTube Channel: [https://www.youtube.com/@ITCareerinAustralia](https://www.youtube.com/@ITCareerinAustralia)

125 attendees

career + leadership walk + talk @fitzroy gardens

Sat, Oct 24, 12:00 AM

From Quiet Women Leaders

4.8

As a quiet woman leader, it's not always easy to find others who understand the challenges of being a quiet achiever trying to perform and be visible in an extrovert-biased workplace. Our monthly walk + talk is an opportunity to combine meaningful conversation (with low or no small talk!) with time in nature + movement (which are mood enhancers and so good for mental health). **WHAT YOU GAIN:** * Share what it's like being a quiet woman leader * Supportively listen to others' stories * Share knowledge, wisdom, resources * Make new friends! * Learn and grow together * Expand your professional network * Gain new ideas and perspectives * Gain courage, inspiration, and motivation **ITINERARY** * 11am: Meet at the entrance of the visitor information centre. * If the weather is fine, we will go for a walk around Fitzroy Gardens. * If it gets wet, we will meet inside KereKere Green Cafe, next to the visitor information centre. * The event finishes at 12.30pm. **GETTING THERE:** The closest train stations are Jolimont and Parliament. **COST:** There is an organizer fee of $5.00 for this event. PayID 0403 413 056 (Serena Low). **COMMUNITY GUIDELINES:** * To keep the activity introvert-friendly, I am capping the number at 8 so it's not overwhelming and everyone gets to talk to at least one person. * We are responsible for the energy we bring. * Come with a heart to give - not just to gain. * Honour your own social battery - if it gets overwhelming for any reason, just say "Thanks, but I have to go now" - and leave. No need for long explanations or apologies. We are all introverts and some of us also have sensory overwhelm, are highly sensitive, have chronic fatigue or social anxiety, or are neurodivergent etc. We get it.

1 attendee

📚 #InPursuit – A Book Club for Builders, Thinkers, and Doers

Fri, Oct 23, 11:30 PM

From The Entrepreneur Club (Melbourne)

4.5

📚 #InPursuit is a book club for entrepreneurs, creatives, and curious minds who know personal growth fuels business growth. **See a lot of RSPVPs and wonder how it works? We'll break up into groups of 6-8 to share our insights, then swap groups after 30-45min so you can maximise learning from everybody!** *Note: this even is not organised by or affiliated with The State Library of Victoria* **That's what #InPursuit is all about** It’s not a traditional book club, it’s a space for people who are actively designing a better life through the pursuit of business, creativity, and personal growth. This event is for anyone #InPursuit of better business, life and relationships. Instead of reading the same book, we each come prepared to share one powerful insight from something we’ve read in the past 3-months. Anything non-fiction that’s moved us forward. Whether it’s a mindset shift, a productivity system, a new philosophy, or just a truth that punched us in the gut. This is a place to unpack it together and hear what others are learning too. We’re not just here to *read*. We’re here to *integrate*. Because when we grow, our business and our lives grow too. **🔍 Why Join? You'll leave with:** * 5–10 fresh insights from books you may never have picked up * Deeper awareness of how others think, lead, and evolve * New connections with people walking a similar path toward purpose, results, and impact This isn’t a lecture. It’s a room full of people building themselves while they build the thing. **📖 How It Works** First time? No pressure to share, just come curious. We'll break up into groups of 6-8 and share our insights, then swap groups so you can maximise the learning! Returning? Bring one idea you’ve read about in the last 3-months and be ready to speak on: 1. What did you learn? 2. How did it shift your perspective about the world or yourself? 3. How has it changed the way you show up or behave? We keep it structured, but flexible. After sharing, we open up to Q&A, personal stories, challenges, and deep dives. Some of the best insights come from the conversations *after* the share. **🧠 Who This Is For** * Entrepreneurs or side-hustlers finding their footing * Business owners, and doers building toward better * Curious minds who love ideas but care more about action * People tired of shallow conversations and hungry for growth If you’re working on something—or becoming someone—this space is for you. It’s a practice ground for people who want to grow forward. We’re all #InPursuit of mastery, momentum, and the kind of success that starts from within. **Map on how to get there** We're in the Create Quarter on the ground level (back right of the Quad as you enter from Swanson St). We'll likely be on a long table together. https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/SLV-EnglishMap_Jan25.pdf

49 attendees

Network Walk 2.0 Melbourne #9

Tue, Oct 13, 1:30 AM

From Job Hunt 2.0

4.7

After a break, We are back! Excited to meet new faces and kick-start more conversations. The objective of this event is to get comfortable with the idea of talking to strangers. You are free to talk, or just observe. Networking is critical for success here in Australia, and if not now - when? There is no agenda to this and anyone is welcome. Just come along and join a random bunch of strangers for a walk in the city. As this is a test run, we'll go by the flow after meeting at 300 Flinders St. Please arrive on time at the location as we may move from the start. As it's a short event, latecomers are not entertained. I will update the live location in the comments at 12.20 pm We may move/walk 10 mins after the beginning of the event. Follow us with the live location that I share in the comments Note : Please update your RSVP if you are unable to make it. We are all taking time of our busy schedule to make this happen.

3 attendees

Claude Agent Workshop: Design, Build & Test AI Agents

Sat, Oct 24, 11:00 PM

From AI Circle - JR Academy

4.3

**A one-day, hands-on workshop in Melbourne, delivered in English.** You’ve used Claude to write code or answer questions. Now you want to build an agent that can use tools, work with context and carry out a task. How should you structure it? Which tools should it have access to? And how do you test whether it behaves as intended? Join **Roy, AI Engineer at [V2.ai](https://v2.ai/?utm_source=luma)**, for a practical workshop focused on designing, building and testing Claude agents. Explore the decisions behind an agent’s architecture, work through its core components, and practise testing and refining its behaviour. The workshop uses **content provided by Anthropic** and is based on **Claude Certified Architect – Foundations**. ## What you’ll work on Throughout the day, you’ll explore five connected areas: * **Agent architecture:** Structure an agent’s workflow and understand how its components work together. * **Tools & MCP:** Explore how agents connect to tools and external capabilities through the Model Context Protocol. * **Claude Code:** Work with Claude Code as part of your development workflow. * **Prompts & structured outputs:** Write clearer instructions and shape outputs for use in applications. * **Context & reliability:** Manage the information an agent needs and test how consistently it performs. The focus is practical: connect these concepts to the choices you make when building an agent, then test and refine your approach. ## Who this workshop is for This workshop is designed for developers, aspiring AI engineers and technical builders who want practical experience with Claude agents. It’s particularly relevant if you’ve been experimenting with Claude and want a clearer understanding of agent architecture, tool integration and reliability. ## Meet your instructor Roy **AI Engineer at [V2.ai](https://v2.ai/?utm_source=luma)** Roy has worked on agentic AI and software development projects at Deloitte and other companies, bringing practical AI engineering experience across enterprise applications. His work includes agent systems for **global supply chain risk management, invoice processing automation and software development productivity**. He focuses on translating AI capabilities into practical business solutions that help organisations solve complex problems and improve team efficiency. Roy holds the following Claude certifications: * Claude Certified Architect – Professional * Claude Certified Architect – Foundations * Claude Certified Developer – Foundations He will guide you through the workshop’s technical concepts and hands-on work, connecting agent design decisions to real business applications. ## Event details **Date:** Sunday, 25 October 2026 **Time:** 10:00 AM–4:00 PM AEDT **Location:** Melbourne City **Format:** In person · Hands-on **Language:** English **Workshop fee:** $389 ## Register Ready to build with Claude? **Contact JR Academy to register for the Claude Agent Workshop.**

1 attendee

Pathways Working Session

Sun, Oct 11, 3:30 AM

From City Centre Toastmasters.

4.7

**Are you a Toastmaster who is interested in taking advantage of Pathways? Feeling overwhelmed?** All Toastmasters are highly encouraged to take advantage of the [Pathways](https://www.toastmasters.org/education/pathways) educational programmes included in their memberships. However, City Centre Toastmasters recognises that finding time to commit to completing Pathways in a quiet environment can be challenging for busy adults. During these structured sessions, you may get assistance in selecting and joining a Toastmasters Pathway, receive **mentorship** in planning and scheduling your required speeches and tasks, **or simply work** on your online learning objectives quietly and independently with a supportive group. The Pathways each member can choose from include: * **Dynamic Leadership**: Focuses on building skills as a strategic leader, managing conflict, and facilitating change. * **Effective Coaching**: Emphasizes interpersonal communication, mentoring others, and reaching set goals. * **Engaging Humor**: Dedicated to incorporating humor into speeches and engaging audiences effectively. * **Motivational Strategies**: Centers on team building, motivating people, and developing strong communication strategies. * **Persuasive Influence**: Helps build skills in strategic leadership, negotiation, and high-level communication. * **Presentation Mastery**: Concentrates on public speaking fundamentals, confidence-building, and delivering impactful messages. You must be an **active member** of **any Toastmasters club** to participate. You must bring your own **laptop or tablet** to access your Pathways account. Headphones or earbuds are encouraged. Wifi is provided at the Multicultural Hub. You are welcome to bring your lunch or afternoon tea. Please arrive promptly as we must admit participants at the door.

8 attendees

WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BE SUCCESSFUL?

Wed, Oct 14, 12:00 AM

From FREE Life-Improvement Educational Talks!

3.4

Have you ever felt or been told that it is too hard to be successful? What does it take to stand out from the crowd, or be considered a professional? Find out what it takes to succeed, whether it be in relationships, in a job or in creating your own business. What ever the area, you can be a professional. That is a fact. This seminar will include topics, such as: * Professionalism * The Five Ways to Address a Problem * How to "WEAR YOUR HAT" * PLUS MORE There will also be a personality test after the seminar is completed which will help to isolate which areas of your life need to be addressed, so that you can then improve on those areas!

2 attendees

Presenting - 'Manager v Leader', Kennedy, Luther King...

Thu, Oct 15, 7:15 AM

From SmashSpeak- Real World Presenting & Leadership

4.7

Smashing! Try something new Thursday Interactive reality workshops- Tonight get involved and have some fun. Tonight we study and learn unique stage styles and techniques of world-class leaders. Be inspired by the styles & secrets of Barack Obama, J.F Kennedy and Martin Luther King etc Learn how to present as the Leader, rather than a manager Serious about improving your leadership - **Why mess, come to the best** Why is Smashing different to other speaking clubs? Just two member's thoughts, "The fun/laughs factor is definitely a point of difference. We keep it moving with high standards so it’s a nice balance. Too strict makes it tense and boring, too loose and we can lose the energy/commercial feel. SmashSpeak's vibe's in the sweet spot." "At other clubs I used to listen to long speeches and lectures, here we get so many chances to talk every meeting, that we have to improve" **Free parking** close: O'Connell and Cobden streets **IMPORTANT: Be on time, as doors close when the show starts** “Proudly Australian" – Free-flowing teamwork, greater good focus, sharing the stage, etc Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St (Opposite Queen Vic Market) Level 1, RED Room (End of corridor) More to come..

16 attendees

After work hot chocolate

Thu, Oct 15, 7:00 AM

From Girls Who Boss - Melbourne

4.8

**Girls Who Boss After Work Hot Chocolate** Join us for a relaxed after work meetup, where like-minded women come together to connect, chat and share ideas. Whether you’re a professional or entrepreneur, this is the space for you to meet other inspiring women in a laid back atmosphere. We’ll meet at a table near the Kino in Collins Place - we’ll post more details of where to find us on the day. No formalities, no pressure - just a space to enjoy great company, share experiences, and make new connections over coffee.

11 attendees

The Key To Making Money - Free Talk

Tue, Oct 13, 2:00 AM

From FREE Life-Improvement Educational Talks!

3.4

Why do we find it hard to make money, while others are flourishing and prospering? Is it just that some were born lucky? No. Do some people just have a natural talent? No. It comes down to the art of communication. One's ability to communicate will determine how successful one will be, not only in business, but life as a whole. We will be covering different avenues of communication, and what you can do to bring change to your life. ------- The talk will go for roughly 45 mins, give or take. We will then proceed to do a Personality Test which will really break down what areas in your life you are lacking in, and can then get the appropriate tools to assist you.

3 attendees

Movers & Shakers - Monthly Social & Networking Coffee

Sun, Oct 11, 12:00 AM

From The Creative Hustle Network

4.7

Are you craving some conversations with other big thinkers? The Movers & Shakers monthly coffee is for the creative's who are driven, are hustlers, are actively seeking to grow and look for new opportunities and are wanting to be around other dreamers and action takers. If you're seeking out those conversations that inspire you, that leave you feeling motivated, then this event is for you. The Creative Hustle is a social events community for professional creatives in Melbourne's arts industry. STRUCTURE: 15 min - casual networking/order your coffee 40 min - round table intros and questions 30 min - guided conversations topics in small groups Finish with casual networking MINIMUM SPEND: Everyone who attends this event is required to purchase something from the cafe, minimum of 1 drink.