Dairy Australia will bring Dr Heffernan over from Ireland to tour Echuca, Barooga, Tallangatta, Warrnambool and Mt Gambier in May.
Dr Heffernan is an expert on enhancing leadership and organisational psychology with 15 years of specialised experience in the dairy industry.
Her presentations deliver valuable insights and actionable solutions to boost business performance. Each session will be tailored for each audience covering a range of topics all based on dairy industry needs.
One of her key focuses is on cultivating dairy farms as ‘employers of choice’.
Recognising the pivotal role of dairy businesses in local economies, Dr Heffernan advocates for prioritising employee satisfaction to bolster the industry’s reputation and appeal.
Some workshops cover the significance of effective stakeholder management and communication in fostering stress-free and productive relationships within dairy operations.
Dr Heffernan’s expertise extends to strategies for enhancing persuasion and negotiation skills, essential for navigating various business interactions successfully.
Retention strategies are often cited as key issues for dairy farmers and in some workshops, Dr Heffernan debunks common misconceptions about employee retention and also highlights the significance of other practices that may seem trivial but are often proven valuable in fostering long-term loyalty.
Dr Heffernan offers practical guidance on time management, change management and personal resilience, recognising these as crucial elements in sustaining high performance and overcoming challenges within the dairy sector.
Finally, Dr Heffernan will have sessions on motivation fundamentals, providing attendees with essential tools to maintain peak performance levels and inspire their teams effectively.
Dr Heffernan’s workshops promise to equip dairy industry professionals with the tools and insights needed to navigate challenges.
For more information, contact Melva Tyson on 0439 667 425 or email: melvat@murraydairy.com.au