Torque Theory: Allyship Isn’t Dead20250813120046

Torque Theory: Allyship Isn’t Dead

Bridget BellAugust 13, 2025
But It Might Be On Smoko Working alongside women doesn’t automatically make you a supporter. And staying neutral doesn’t always land the way you think it does. Allyship had its moment. It was trending in HR documents, popping up in diversity training...
Torque Theory: She’s Not Angry20250730102615

Torque Theory: She’s Not Angry

Bridget BellJuly 30, 2025
 — She’s Efficient The workshop was full of tension and fluorescent light. Senior leadership had flown in, HR in tow, to talk wages. They kept using the word “tickle” when describing their intentions to adjust our pay in line with the market va...
Torque Theory: Wired for Growth20250604134630

Torque Theory: Wired for Growth

Bridget BellJune 4, 2025
What if the reason you feel stuck isn’t your skills—but your mindset? Hebb’s Law teaches us that neurons that fire together, wire together. Meaning: what you think repeatedly becomes your brain’s default setting. Focus on problems? You’ll see more....
Torque Theory: Surrounded by Idiots – When Gassing You Up = Gaslighting20250521133034

Torque Theory: Surrounded by Idiots – When Gassing You Up = Gaslighting

Bridget BellMay 21, 2025
You’re good. Everyone says so. Your mates, your team, your partner, your followers—they’ll all tell you you’re doing great. Sometimes they’ll even say you’re the best. But how would you know if you weren’t? This isn’t about imposter syndrome. This is...
Torque Theory: The Underwhelming Tale of Career Stagnation20250507123209

Torque Theory: The Underwhelming Tale of Career Stagnation

Bridget BellMay 7, 2025
When you’re quietly competent, running the show behind the scenes, it’s easy to get overlooked. No fireworks. No promotions. No ladder left. This blog speaks to those of us who’ve hit the wall—not from lack of skill, but because the system has no mo...
Torque Theory: The Performance Tax20250422090909

Torque Theory: The Performance Tax

Bridget BellApril 22, 2025
The Hidden Cost of Being Exceptional in the Workplace There’s a strange irony in being great at your job. You become reliable. Trusted. Respected. And then, without discussion or warning, you become the person who gets called on first. The one who fi...
Torque Theory: Holding the Lantern, Not the Gate20250409092512

Torque Theory: Holding the Lantern, Not the Gate

Bridget BellApril 9, 2025
The Role of Women in Automotive and Motorsport Picture this: a woman stepping into a male-dominated industry, walking a path carved by the grit and resilience of those who came before her. The expectation? That she is a trailblazer, forging new groun...
Torque Theory: The Risk and Reward of Sharing Your Story20250323085726

Torque Theory: The Risk and Reward of Sharing Your Story

Bridget BellMarch 23, 2025
Last week I spoke—not just as a commentator or media voice—but as a woman with a story. At Avon Valley Toyota’s Ladies Motoring Night, I shared the full journey: career pivots, failure, trauma, pride. It was vulnerable and honest... and it landed....
Sector Report: Breaking Barriers20250308060052

Sector Report: Breaking Barriers

Your Story MattersMarch 8, 2025
Women have reshaped motorsports, trades, and automotive industries—breaking barriers, innovating, and leading the way. Their impact is undeniable. #IWD2025...
Torque Theory: Victim Blaming in Industry20250216141057

Torque Theory: Victim Blaming in Industry

Bridget BellFebruary 16, 2025
Explore how victim blaming in industry harms careers and well-being, and discover practical steps to encourage accountability and fairness....
Torque Theory: Embracing the Art of Networking20250129103023

Torque Theory: Embracing the Art of Networking

Bridget BellJanuary 29, 2025
Picture this: the hum of a motorsport event, the roar of engines reverberating as industry titans exchange ideas over espresso shots. Networking in such a high-octane environment can feel daunting, especially for women stepping into spaces where they...
Torque Theory: Breaking the Silence20250108074602

Torque Theory: Breaking the Silence

Bridget BellJanuary 8, 2025
How Self-Silencing Harms Women’s Health and Careers Self-silencing is more than just keeping quiet; it’s a deeply ingrained behaviour, shaped by societal norms, where women suppress their voices to avoid conflict or meet expectations. While this may ...
Torque Theory: Standing Up For Yourself – Self-Advocacy 10120241225010054

Torque Theory: Standing Up For Yourself – Self-Advocacy 101

Bridget BellDecember 25, 2024
Self-advocacy is more than just standing up for yourself—it’s about knowing your worth, having the confidence to express your needs, and actively steering your career. Especially in male-dominated fields like motoring and motorsports, self-advocacy i...