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Latest News & Updates


Nelson Alexander Champions Industry Wellness with $10,000 Donation to Rise
Leading Victorian real estate group Nelson Alexander has announced a generous $10,000 donation to the Rise Initiative, reinforcing the group's reputation as a pioneer in integrating mental wellbeing with high-level professional performance.


The Rise Initiative Appoints Three New Directors
The Rise Initiative is very excited to announce the addition of three highly respected real estate directors who will be joining the Rise board to expand awareness and the support of the Rise message and its tools.


Rise Through a Clear Perspective: Why Sustainable Performance Starts with Safety
In this webinar, John Cunningham, will show you that the missing piece in high performance isn't insight but rather it is safety - both physical and psychological. With over 48 years of leading teams in the industry, John is the managing director of Cunninghams and past president of REINSW and The Rise Initiative.


Show your support for the work of The Rise Initiative
To every partner, contributor, and individual who has supported The Rise Initiative—your commitment has allowed us to deliver vital mental health tools to the real estate community. We truly Rise Together.


The Energy of Real Estate: Strategies to Reset, Recharge and Rise
Nick West, the chair of the Rise Initiative and director of the 17-office network of Nelson Alexander in Melbourne looks at the tools and techniques to help every agent and property manager sustain energy. In this webinar you’ll learn how to create a perpetuate virtuous energy cycle and learn ways to reset your energy so you can avoid burnout, show up positively without the need to fake it.


Property Professionals: What to do when you know someone is not ok
We hear a lot about the need to ask friends or family members, “Are you okay?”. It’s not something that should happen once a year, but any time that you notice something doesn’t seem right with them, or feels ‘off’.


The Rise Initiative Named Official Charity Partner of The One Conference 2026
The Rise Initiative has been named the official charity partner for The One Conference , a major industry event organised by Ray White AKG that will see more than 800 real estate professionals gather in Brisbane this January. Scheduled for January 29 at The Star in Brisbane, the partnership between The One Conference and Rise Initiative strengthens the event’s commitment to inclusion, care, and the long term wellbeing of those working across the real estate and property indus


From Surviving to Thriving: Redefining Property Management
Known for her energetic and honest delivery, Sarah Cincotta is committed to elevating the standard of business development in real estate by equipping professionals with the skills, confidence, and mindset to thrive.


Infectious Optimism: The Why and the How
As a passionate advocate for positive leadership, Victor Perton invites people everywhere to reflect on one simple question: “What makes you optimistic?” His mission is to foster “realistic and infectiously optimistic leaders.”


Raine & Horne partners with Rise Initiative to launch new wellness app
Leading real estate franchise group Raine & Horne has reinforced its long-term commitment to the well-being of its people with the launch of a new wellness app called &Thrive.


The Human Upgrade – the power of a shared journey
Steve and Claire's meaningful talk isn’t about cycling; it’s about creating moments that feed the soul, balancing the demands of a busy career, and fostering a deeper connection with yourself, your family, and others.


Thank you Steve Carroll
With Steve’s five-month part-time contract as CEO coming to an end, the chair of the Rise Initiative, Nick West, said Steve would now continue to support the growth of the Rise movement and focus on the further development of the Rise Influencers program.
Mindset Mastery - From Overwhelm to Resilience and Results
Discover why your mindset is the key to happiness and sustainable success. Learn how negative thinking might be holding you back, and explore proven mindset hacks to stay in the growth zone.


How to make PM a career, not just a job!
Property management can be a challenging field, filled with tight deadlines, unique personalities and constant problem-solving. What if you could turn those challenges into opportunities, reignite your passion, and make property management not only rewarding but an incredible journey?


How To Make Accountability Easier
Do you ever feel like accountability is just another pressure weighing you down? What if, instead of feeling like a burden, accountability could be the key to your success?


Harcourts Real Care launched in landmark partnership with Rise
Harcourts, a leading global real estate group, has launched Harcourts Real Care, a bespoke white-label version of The Rise Initiative's acclaimed Real Care app.


Mirrors, Triggers and Belief
Understanding what might be blocking you from being your best self is like discovering a mystery box — but how do you open it?


Become a Rise Influencer
Rise Influencers is a new initiative to help agency leaders spread the Rise message of mental wellbeing in the workplace. We want to...


Success Curious – Does Success Lead To Happiness, Or Happiness Lead To Success?
Don’t miss this opportunity to reframe the way you think about success and happiness—and how to enjoy both!


7 Mindful Habits of Successful Real Estate Agents
Unlock the habits that set top agents apart and boost your success in real estate.
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