Background

With a Master's in Policy and Applied Social Research, a Master of Philosophy from ANU, Career Practitioner qualifications, and over 12 years coaching across private practice, the APS, and higher education, Tempe knows what it takes to build a successful career.

Her career spans over 30 years across the Australian Public Service, consulting, local government, and the higher education sectors. This breadth of experience gives her a unique understanding of both individual strengths and organisational needs.

Tempe is based in Canberra and works with clients in person and online across Australia.

Qualifications

Master of Policy & Applied Social Research

Social policy focus

Master of Philosophy

Australian National University

Career Practitioner

Qualified career development professional

Team Management Profile

Accredited TMP facilitator

My approach

Tempe's supportive, practical approach helps you get clear on your direction, confident in your abilities, and strategic about your next move. Her extensive background in human resources and organisational dynamics means she understands both what makes you tick and what employers need.

Clarity first. Through a comprehensive analysis of your skills, values, interests and preferences, we uncover pathways that align with who you are.

Genuinely tailored. This isn't about fitting into a predetermined mould, it's about discovering options that genuinely suit you.

Evidence-based tools. Using proven career assessment tools and guided reflection to identify natural strengths and what motivates and energises you.

Practical outcomes. You'll walk away with clarity, a renewed sense of purpose, and a roadmap for moving forward with confidence.

Team building expertise

Accredited in the Team Management Profile, Tempe specialises in facilitating team building sessions that transform workplace dynamics. She uses the TMP to guide teams through the Types of Work Wheel, helping them understand the eight core activities that high-performing teams must master.

Her sessions reveal where team members naturally focus their energy, clarify communication and decision-making styles, and identify preferred team roles, creating improved harmony, collaboration and productivity.

Ready for a conversation?

Whether you're exploring your next career move or looking to strengthen your team, I'd love to hear from you.

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