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A business book to help workplaces to better understand the complexities of domestic violence and the impact on their business and the role the workplace plays, so employees no longer feel out of their depth. It will help employees better understand the signs and symptoms of domestic abuse, to gain empathy and understanding, and to develop the confidence to communicate effectively. Lisa shares her knowledge, strategies, and advice intertwined with her personal story to deepen the understanding of this complex issue. This book will give you the confidence to discuss and deal with domestic violence in the workplace in a knowledgeable way.

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Lisa communicates with strength, emotion, and vulnerability. She is open, honest and candid about her experience in an effort to change the audience's understanding of the impacts and outcomes of family violence, and challenges anyone to walk away without a new perspective. Lisa also emphasised that family violence impacts not only the victim but has a ripple effect in their world; on family, friends, colleagues, and businesses and that as such, we have a collective responsibility to address it. David Ryan, Managing Director, City West Water Lisa was inspirational. Any businesses looking for a business focused speaker sharing their story about surviving DV, don't look past Lisa! Chris Patterson, Member of Parliament at Parliament of NSW All corporates are faced with the challenge of how to create support in their workplace for those employees impacted by instances of family violence. In this book, Lisa shares her personal story of survival and valuable advice for workplace leaders to use in supporting their teams in being a part of the solution to this whole of society problem. Alison Flemming, General Manager Finance, Scentre Group Whilst many corporates are concerned about domestic violence, they are often unsure of how to take action to support their employees and customers. This book provides the answer on how to move from policy to taking action. Lisa's incredible story of survival is interwoven with practical and pragmatic advice and action - it's a must-read for anyone wanting to make a difference to those impacted by DV. Julia van Graas, Cofounder, Spiique I've never heard anyone better articulate the cause, effect and resolution of domestic violence in the workplace. Lisa's ability to communicate in an engaging manner what is going on and how to best support someone going through domestic violence has been invaluable. Rob Caslick, Co-Founder Two Good Co Lisa's natural storytelling ability helped to make the sometimes abstract concept of financial abuse and domestic violence real for our audience of government and business leaders. Lisa's down to earth yet professional communications style enabled her to connect with the audience while discussing a sometimes confronting topic. Rebecca Wildermuth, Women's Legal Services QLD Lisa's skill is in bringing together the head and the heart. At our event, she expertly built the case for action, while helping her audience form a personal connection with the issue. She inspires discussion and motivation for action on the difficult issue of domestic violence. Lucy Weston, Project Manager-Customer Engagement, Water Division Lisa tackles the issue of domestic violence with a light-heart, grace and emotion as she guides you through the stories and indicators the should all be aware of. My entire team were engaged and actively participated throughout with plenty of questions. The people in our studio are better informed because of the work Lisa does, and that makes me a happy woman. Emma Bannister, Founder and CEO, Presentation Studio

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Lisa McAdams is a Domestic Violence Survivor, strategist and solutions consultant. Lisa is a natural educator. She is a professional speaker who utilises her life experience to connect and relate to the audience. Lisa uses her knowledge of domestic violence and the corporate landscape to educate people in workplaces so they gain insight and understanding on this complex and emotional subject, the signs and how to communicate with those impacted by domestic violence. Lisa is passionate about educating in the workplace, because she understands the impact of financial abuse, and knows continued employment is key for financial stability along with psychological and emotional well-being. Employment improves outcomes and can ultimately save lives. Lisa McAdams is a Domestic Violence Survivor, strategist and solutions consultant. Lisa is passionate about educating in the workplace, because she understands the impact of financial abuse, and knows continued employment is key for financial stability along with psychological and emotional well-being. Employment improves outcomes and can ultimately save lives.

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