07/08/2025
🏆 From Hesitation to Inspiration: A Winner's Journey
"Like many others, I have been reluctant to put up my hand when it comes to awards... But when you are passionate about something... sooner or later you have to step outside your comfort zone and take the leap."
We're incredibly inspired by Suzanne Gearing, our 2020 Transgrid Leadership Award Winner, who shared her powerful experience with the NSW & ACT Community Achievement Awards!
Suzanne emphasizes the immense value of the process itself:
"That very first step of putting your process and achievements into words is probably one of the most valuable gifts you end up with… the opportunity to celebrate your wins, learn from your mistakes, and become an observer of your project. That alone is worth the time it takes to enter."
Beyond the entry, she found connection:
"If you are fortunate enough to become a finalist, you find yourself amongst other leaders, learning from them, sharing stories, making new friends and finding mentors."
And for Suzanne, after navigating drought, fires, flood, and Covid-19, the Awards offered profound renewal:
"The awards reminded me of how passionate I am about the things that I do, and why I do it. And I am amongst a tribe of others who are the same. It is renewing, and inspiring..."
Suzanne's message to you: "If you are reading this, you have already begun the journey. Keep going - you will be so glad you did!"
Ready to step outside your comfort zone and be recognised for your leadership?
➡️ Nominate now: https://tinyurl.com/NSWCAA25
➡️ Refer someone here: https://tinyurl.com/2025CAAReferSomeone