THE PROGRESS REPORT: Leadership, mental health and life’s balancing act

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By: Robyn Tongol

Ever wondered what it takes to lead with resilience while balancing life, career and wellbeing?

Ever wondered what it takes to lead with resilience while balancing life, career and wellbeing?

In this episode of The Progress Report, Tash Taylor sits down with Marisa Branscombe, head of marketing communication at Atturra, to talk about leadership, resilience, and the human side of managing teams in high-pressure environments.

Marisa shares how her career evolved from rural media to leading people-focused initiatives across male-dominated industries, and how her passion for supporting others has shaped her approach to leadership.

 
 

We dive into topics like creating supportive workplace cultures, navigating burnout, and how COVID-19 reshaped our understanding of connection and mental health at work.

From developing mental health initiatives across dispersed teams to finding balance between career and family, Marisa offers grounded, thoughtful insights that remind us that progress isn’t just about performance it’s about people.

The Progress Report. New voices. Real stories. Big shifts.

Enjoy the podcast,
The Progress Report team

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