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‘Listen to yourself’: The phone call with my mother that changed me

The Australian Financial Review (AFR) •
November 04, 2026 • 06:00 PM
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About 20 years ago, Perenti chief executive Vanessa Torres was working on an engineering project in Perth. Then a conversation with her mum changed everything.

‘Listen to yourself’: The phone call with my mother that changed me

We sit down with a business leader to talk morning routine, productivity tips and getting ahead. This week, we speak to Vanessa Torres, the chief executive of mining services company Perenti.

Let us assume you are at home in Perth. What time do you wake up, and what is your morning routine?

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