Are you a ‘Super’ Woman?
Giovanna Lever talks about embracing superannuation as part of your regular financial planning particularly as we gear up for a new financial year.
Why HBO's Chernobyl is reinvigorating the dark tourism market
Jackie Hicks explores dark tourism. Dark tourism isn’t a new trend, but it can be misunderstood. Following the release of HBO’s new show Chernobyl, dark tourism is at the forefront of everyones minds. Learn more about this tourism trend.
Internships and Innovation
Innovation...one of the key buzzwords in the business industry, but how many businesses actually know what it means and how to apply it? Hear what our intern Aidan Lam has to say about it.
From small things, big things grow
Sparrowly Group has been in business for four years, Giovanna Lever reflects on the biggest learnings of running a small business and shares her four fundamental business insights.
You don’t build it for yourself. You build it for them.
“You don’t build it for yourself. You know what people want, and you build it for them.” – Walt Disney
This statement seems so obvious, yet it regularly doesn’t happen. Giovanna Lever believes that understanding your customer and being responsive to customer needs will be the difference between a business that fails (or just gets by) or thrives.
It’s time for change - Tourism for all
After conducting a comprehensive research program into Accessible Tourism, both documented and anecdotal experience based, Sparrowly Group has identified that it is time for a change and that the Australian Tourism industry needs to act now.
Why do manners matter?
There is a lot of talk about emotional intelligence in the workplace but Giovanna Lever believes it can be distilled down to a basic principle which can be too often forgotten, and they are, quite simply manners.
You are never too important
According to Giovanna Lever, it doesn’t matter if you’re the Queen of England or someone starting out in your career or new business, if you are brave enough, if someone has recommended that we would be a good fit to meet (with no strings attached), then she will always make the time.
Dear Small Business Owner...
Giovanna Lever’s personal letter to small business owners. She has helped many small to medium sized businesses become profitable, retain happy customers/clients and scale successfully.
Have you discovered the pots of gold?
Whilst we all know that acquisition is far more costly than retention, it seems when it comes to retention, it is put into the too hard basket or seen as a low priority. Giovanna Lever shares her experience in this insightful blog important for businesses of all sizes.
Real people and authentic experiences: Trends in Australian Agritourism
Agritourism is any activity where agriculture and tourism intersect and can be a lifesaver especially in light of recent devastation across the country.
Goal setting for every age
Now that the New Year hype is over and the pressure for new starts is off, let’s get real about creating goals and bring it back to basics. Giovanna Lever has mentored hundreds of individuals in her career from school leavers to senior managers and small business owners.
Breaking up is not hard to do…
Professional breakups don’t necessarily mean a disaster. Giovanna Lever explains when it is well managed and with both parties best interests as the focus, can, in most cases lead to a more positive outcome long term.
Why Tasmania is the Apple of my Eye
Sparrowly Group Founder and Managing Director, Giovanna Lever shares why all destinations and the hospitality industry should look to Tasmania and learn.
“I’m sorry”…learnings from a ten year old
Why do adults struggle to say those two powerful words - I'm sorry? Giovanna Lever reflects on key learnings from her ten year old for the work place.
Why has Always Been in Us…
Why do so many adults struggle with knowing their why? What happens between seven and adult hood? Giovanna Lever taps into this through her recent experience.
Creating a culture of trust
Giovanna Lever shares why is it so important to create a culture of trust?
Active Breaks – The Secret to Productivity
It is so important for people to take breaks in their daily life to remain productive. Hear how this has had an incredible impact on Giovanna Lever with her business, Sparrowly Group.
Value vs. lipservice
For small business owners it is important to create connections. Giovanna Lever shares her tips on how to create genuine two-way value in your business relationships.
The best investment you can make is in yourself
Do you invest enough time into your professional growth? Giovanna Lever shares her insights into helpful learning opportunities that will continue to help you grow in your career.