Myrna Mandell, Visiting Fellow at Southern Cross University and Emeritus Professor, California State University, will share insights from her research on networks conducted in conjunction with academics at Queensland University of Technology and explaining how the three Ls of learning, language, and leadership in networks are the keys to success.

"Networks are having a profound effect on the way that society is organised at the local, national and international level," Prof Mandell said.

"A defining feature of a successful network is the quality of the interactions between members and the three Ls of learning, language and leadership are important indicators of this quality.

"Networks are the sites of major, complex learning which takes place through social interaction. Different networks allow for different types of learning and the key is knowing what fits best and communicating this to all members.

"Language is a complex instrument used to communicate the shared information and direction needed for a good network to function, and it is critical in establishing social identity, status and power positions in groups.

"Finally, the synergy created through people connected with each other through networks must be leveraged. This can only be done with the type of leadership that is able to build relationships and identify and capitalise on the opportunities that arise from the pooling of resources."

The seminar is being facilitated by Southern Cross University's Centre for Tourism, Leisure and Work and the Regional Futures Institute and has already been well received at the University's Riverside campus in Tweed Heads. It is being held at the Coffs Harbour campus on Thursday, November 5.

Attendees to the seminars will be provided with detailed information on the features of the three Ls and receive an insight into the successful networks of the future.