#121 – Stacey Northover, Executive General Manager of Believe Housing Australia on Leading with Compassion: A Conversation on Affordable Housing, Change Management and Community

Dive into this enlightening episode of the #CreatingSynergyPodcast where we sit down with the dynamic Stacey Northover, Executive General Manager at Believe Housing Australia. Stacey brings over 25 years of transformative leadership in the housing sector from the bustling streets of the UK to the vibrant communities of Australia. Prepare to be inspired by her dedication to changing lives and challenging norms.

Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:

• Early Inspirations: Discover how Stacey’s early experiences in UK community housing ignited a burning passion to ensure that everyone has a place to call home.
• Breaking Barriers: Stacey tackles the tough stereotypes associated with community housing, revealing her strategic approaches to fostering inclusivity and dismantling misconceptions.
• Embracing Change: Witness the transformative power of technology in housing as Stacey details Believe Housing’s leap into innovative IT solutions with the help of SynergyIQ.
• Leadership with Empathy: Gain insights into Stacey’s leadership philosophy that combines empathy with optimism, pivotal for steering her team through complex transformations.
• The Fun Side of Change: Learn how SynergyIQ’s unique approach to making change management fun helped dissolve fears and build a proactive culture at Believe Housing.

🎧 Listen now and let Stacey’s story inspire you to think differently about community, change, and the places we call home. Available now on all major podcast platforms!
TIMESTAMPS:

[09:51] - Affordable Housing Crisis
[14:55] - Community Housing in Australia
[21:19] - Career Progression in Housing
[24:52] - Breaking Stereotypes and Supporting Tenants
[30:38] - Mental Health Support for Tenants
[38:13] - Domestic Violence and Support Systems
[48:29] - Challenges of Immigration and COVID-19
[1:04:22] - Leadership and Change Management
Where to find Stacey Northover

• LinkedIn

Books mentioned in the episode

• The 5 second rule by Mel Robbins

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