Sharing stories from amazing leaders just like you and me. Breaking down myths of leadership, imposter syndrome & helping us all be braver. Step by step.
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Derek & Melissa talk about everyday faith in action.
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Dive into the world of technical management with "Technical Leadership Talks." Brought to you by Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management (METM), join us as we speak with top industry leaders and executives about tech leadership skills, current industry insights, and EQ-based management strategies that are creating the tech leaders of the future.
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Celebrating the diversity and beauty of Native seeds, soils, and indigenous foods. Exploring the Foodways and Traditional Ecological Knowledge needed to renew the health of the Earth and all our relations.
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2020 WEBBY AWARD WINNER Rookie doesn't know much about his family business--but then again neither does the American Public. Nevertheless, he is tasked with suddenly leading the secret government agency in charge of covering up all political scandals, and his first assignment is the biggest scandal since watergate! With a clever idea, Rookie must come into his own and fight off the evil Agent X in order to save the bureau and protect the country from ruin! With a score teeming with energetic ...
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Kelly Hoppen MBE is on a mission to share and discover unique insights from some of the UK's leading business women. Every week Kelly sits down with friends for a candid conversation about business, start-ups and family. @kellyhoppen
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Welcome to The FMNZ 'Leveled Up' Podcast where Chanelle O'Sullivan interviews people from in and around the primary industries with the goal of inspiring others to do, be and try more by providing case studies and real-life chat about how personal life and professional life collides, how to maintain a balance and to show what is possible when you look outside the box and decide to take your life into your own hands.
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What happens when the adoptee is centered as the hero in their own story? These are whole-hearted conversations on how we can create a thriving, healing, community and impactful relationships the centerpiece of our lives. This is for the adoptee, parents, and the adoption-curious.
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#167 Melissa Webster - ADHD Series - Beautiful Gift of ADHD
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Welcome to a special 5-part series "Thriving with ADHD: Stories of Female Leaders". To launch our series we are joined by Melissa Webster (Chief Home, Living and Community Services Officer for Melba Support Services. Chair & Non-Executive Director and Voluntary CEO ADHD Australia) Melissa is sporty, social and has a deep passion for people and shar…
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#169 Rose Callaghan - ADHD Series - Owning Every Side of me
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Welcome to a special 5-part series "Thriving with ADHD: Stories of Female Leaders". This week we are joined by Rose Callaghan (Award winning Comedian, Freelancer and ADHD Advocate/Speaker). Rose has been talking about ADHD publicly since her first solo comedy show 8 years ago - “Attention Deficit….ooh a Pony!” Today Rose has added serious keynotes …
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#168 Julie Robertson - ADHD Series - Chameleon
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Welcome to a special 5-part series "Thriving with ADHD: Stories of Female Leaders". This week we are joined by Julie Robertson. Julie has over 25 years experience in community, not-for-profit and social impact sectors, including as the former CEO of Specialisterne Australia, a multi- award winning social impact enterprise. Today Julie continues to …
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#166 Catrina Rangiheuea - Glass Half Full
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Optimism is a cornerstone trait of successful leaders and Cat Rangiheuea is a brilliant example! Join us as Cat shares her insights on maintaining a successful career while prioritising strong family values, 4 kids and resilience through a significant ongoing health challenge. We talk about energy as her #1 currency, the lessons she learns when she…
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In today's episode, we are spotlighting an alumni of Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management (METM), a degree that prepares engineering and technology professionals to become the leaders of the future. Carlos Perez is a Navy combat veteran and currently works as an Offshore Maintenance Supervisor for Shell. Today, he speak…
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TEK is a Verb: Activating Indigenous Ecologies at ESA
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This sixth episode of Season Four with Frank K. Lake and Lydia Jennings centers around Indigenous ecologies and their practical application. Frank Lake discusses the complex relationship between science, research, and resource management, and the policy changes needed to apply TEK in ethical ways. Lydia Jennings dives deeper into the need to decolo…
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#165 Lisa Lynch - Putting my Oxygen Mask on first
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Lisa Lynch, Chief Operating Officer of the Royal Women’s Hospital, shares her journey from clinician to executive leader. Lisa has a deep passion to redress the disadvantages and discrimination that affect women's access to high-quality health. Her deliberate and intentional focus is making a significant influence and deep impact. As a lifelong lea…
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#164 Unlock Your Worth: 7 P's to Elevate your Salary Game
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Are you negotiating your salary or putting it in the too hard basket? Are we falling for the old story of believing if we were worth more, they would be paying us more? It is time to unlock your worth and ask the right way. Join Kelli & I as we share insight into why these conversations are so hard and how we can follow a 7 step process to up our s…
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You are not defined by your current role! What if we normalised asking people "What do they dare?" What are their passions? What lights them up? Even better, imagine we gave people the permission and space to link it to the organisations mission and purpose and feel truly engaged at work. Cherie Mylordis has always had an eye on the future and as a…
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#162 Megan Corfield - Be Brave, Ask for Feedback to Grow
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Brilliant, diverse careers don't happen by luck. A hallmark of the leaders I interview is that they are always seeking to grow and it is this drive that propels them to seek feedback. Everywhere, all the time. In a Board meeting, post a Podcast Interview, you name it. Megan Corfield is a fabulous example of this. We cover her diverse career across …
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#161 Melissa Hamilton - Human on the inside interview
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That time I stepped into the #SuccessisHuman Spotlight and was interviewed by Maxme. Join little old me as I reflect on what drives me, the career advice I would give my 21-year-old self, my superpower and the skill I constantly work on improving. ----------------------- Craving inspiration? I send an email each Sunday about leadership reflection, …
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Success Along a Nonlinear Path with Dr. Melissa Flagg
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Considering switching careers? Dr. Melissa Flagg is familiar with that choice. Beginning her career as a pharmacist, she's also worked in security at the State Dept., in philanthropy at the MacArthur Foundation, as well as many other career fields and places. Not only has Dr. Flagg found success on her nonlinear career path, but she has used the di…
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#160 Natallia Smith - Sleep Tight: Take Charge of Your Money
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Financial independence and knowledge is the new black — because counting sheep won't help you save! Imagine the peace of mind that comes with knowing you have a secure financial future. This week I am joined by Natallia Smith, the founder and director of TruWealth Advice. She is on a mission to empower women to achieve financial security, independe…
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#159 Dara Simkin - Playful Leadership: A Game-Changer
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Have we over-indexed on the whole serious side of life and work? Dara Simkin is Australia's leading play at work expert and has done the serious work of researching the benefits of intentional play. Her Playful Work Equation could be the game changer your leadership and organisation needs. Tune in to hear how Permission, Space and a Spark can lead …
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#158 Angela Cross - The influence equation: tips to boost visibility and reputation
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Do you see leaders who seem to be everywhere all at once? Who have brilliant reputations and people are clear on what they stand for, who they are as leaders and what sets them apart. This doesn't happen by accident. Visibility and Reputation builder Angela Cross is an expert in building the right visibility to support your career goals. Together w…
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#157 Tasneem Chopra OAM - Don’t come at me with your misconceptions until you know who I am
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Tasneem Chopra is a Professional Disruptor and an AntiRacism Champion. Her message is clear - there are so many Diversity & Inclusion roles out there, why does so much of the focus stop with Gender? This is a powerful conversation where we question how “equitable” became a dirty word, how giving space up at the table isn’t popular thinking but it’s…
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In today's episode, we are spotlighting an alumna of Texas A&M University's Master of Engineering Technical Management (METM), a degree that prepares engineering and technology professionals to become the leaders of the future. Today, Kat Pressler speaks about her leadership journey, her experience earning her METM degree, and how she has brought t…
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#156 William Cowan - The Master Career Builder
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Careers come easily to many incredibly talented leaders. Until one day they don’t. What happens when you find yourself without a job? Who do you talk to? Who can you trust? Most of us are completely unprepared. William (Bill) Cowan has coached over 1,000 professionals across the globe and has captured his incredible process in his #1 Amazon Best Se…
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#155 Melissa Hamilton - Do CEOs have all the answers?
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Addressing a room full of CEOs, I jokingly asked them to share their best knowing nod face with me. Do we have the answers? It seems not when it comes to retaining our top female talent. Join me as I share the #1 question CEOs ask me, and how I can help them retain and elevate female talent. I share 3 real case studies of incredible talent and how …
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#154 Katrina McCarter - We all need Wingwomen
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Who holds you up, holds you accountable and is right there when your tires need pumping up? Loved my conversation with Katrina McCarter! We explored how to work out what makes you different and how it should be the standout feature of your brand. We talked money, how to avoid spending it, the life-changing skill of managing money and the JOY of a g…
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#153 Michael D Watkins - Decoding Strategic Thinking & Executive Presence
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Ever heard the feedback that you need to improve your Strategic Thinking or Executive Presence? The good news is that strategic thinkers aren't just born, they are made! Michael D. Watkins, Professor of Leadership and Organisational Change at IMD, shares a practical roadmap to elevate your strategic capability and visibility. Michael is the bestsel…
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#152 Wendy Pavey - Are you visible enough?
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Can you answer the question: Why you? Why you are the best candidate for your dream role? It is not a skill that comes easy for many senior female leaders. Often we have grown up with a narrative of don’t bignote yourself.The truth is there are so many ways you can stand out and given no one is more invested in your career that you - maybe it is ti…
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Coaching Effectively: How to Have Difficult Conversations with Sunshine Webster
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As a manager, the responsibility of having difficult conversations is necessary, yet a skill most of us struggle to properly develop. In this episode, we speak with Sunshine Webster, the Senior Manager of Talent Development at Q2, about how to coach effectively through these interactions. Listen as Sunshine gives practical strategies to transform d…
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#151 Lisa Martello - Humour works better than Shame
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Lisa Martello has been called a ‘truth monster’, a ‘professional mirror holder-upperer’ and a ‘shit stirrer’ and I could not love our conversation more. You know the conversations where you don’t want them to stop, and you just know someone is going to make a big impact wherever they are. Lisa is a senior infrastructure delivery leader with over 15…
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#150 Anna Bruk - The Beautiful Mess Effect
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Dr. Anna Bruk is a social scientist. While in business school, she fell in love with social psychology. Her research has been published in top scientific journals and global outlets including The Atlantic and Scientific American. Building on the incredible work of Brené Brown (Vulnerability) and Kristin Neff (self-compassion), her work helps us wor…
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#149 Jacqui Clarke - Dream Career Derailed
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Placeless, nameless feedback derailed Jacqui’s incredible long-term career at Deloitte. We cover the grief of stepping away from a company you have been loyal to for many years. Jacqui shares the fears, the tears and the wakeup call that saw Jacqui back herself into the successful new phase of her career & life. Jacqui Clarke FCA, FTI, GAICD, JP, a…
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#148 Michele Chevally Hedge - Is Nutrition the key to Gravitas?
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Is Nutrition the key to gravitas? It’s hard to pull off the witty, relaxed, and confident demeanour of someone with “it”, with Gravitas IF we don’t feel the foundation of confidence and self-belief to begin with. Join my conversation with Michele Chevally Hedge, a nutritional medicine practitioner and health author, who was previously a marketing m…
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The Legal Side of AI Innovation: What You Need to Know with Lawyer Mike Speed
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Over the past year, the landscape of AI innovation has surged dramatically into the public consciousness, permeating nearly every professional domain. Yet, amidst this rapid expansion, a crucial question arises: what are the legal boundaries of AI application? Tune in to today's episode as lawyer Mike Speed delves into the current legal state of AI…
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#147 Kate Christie - 90 seconds to design your best life
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Oh what fun! Jump into this conversation if you have ever felt overwhelmed in your corporate career and need a dose of “I’m not the only one.” We cover the pressure of bloody cupcakes, of showing up for your kids, of life’s transformational “moments” and how you can design your life. We explore Go Big, Go Small and Go Now goals. What if in 90 secon…
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#146 Melissa Hamilton - Midlife Woman’s Guide to Fearless Career Change.
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Feeling stuck in your career can be paralysing, but you're not alone. Join me on this podcast as I get real about the fears and uncertainties of career transitions. I share my own journey from CEO to creating the life I wanted, offering actionable steps to gain momentum and clarity. Stop feeling overwhelmed and start moving forward. Listen as I rev…
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#145 Charlie McGillis - Dare to be legendary
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Think space is all rocket launches or the astronauts? Think again. To most of us, when we hear the term space, we think of Astronauts. In fact, you’ve probably used space 30 times a day and didn’t’ even know! This episode, I am joined by the remarkable Charlie McGillis. With over 26 years of distinguished service in the United States Air Force and …
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#144 Simone Clarke - When can we take Gender out of Leadership
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Simone Clarke, CEO of UN Women, Australia is a seasoned executive leader with over 25 years of experience in global sustainability, humanitarian development, and not-for-profit leadership. She advocates for women's empowerment, sustainability, and impactful social programs. With extensive experience at organizations like UNICEF, Save the Children, …
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Transitioning from a Tech-Based Role to a Management Role with Jordan Caddick
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Transitioning from a tech-based role to a management role is not without its difficulties. In today's episode, we speak with Jordan Caddick, a project director at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, about his own journey into management. Jordan highlights the importance of time spent in a technical role, continued education throughout one's career, and…
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#143 Josephine Sukkar - What Do Construction and Sport Have in Common
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A family woman first, every major vocational decision Josephine Sukkar makes includes her family. After falling for the construction early in her career, Josephine has rare insight into female leadership in that sector, and what it takes to get more women involved. Josephine shares her short and long game thinking on how to approach this. Josephine…
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#142 Jacqueline Chow - Being Brave is a Choice
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Jacqueline Chow is intensely curious and always has a plan. Key to her success has been the willingness and integrity to share the plan with those around her! Together we discuss the role great sponsors played in her career by expertly guiding her to stay close to where the economic value was created in business. She shares the deeply personal expe…
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#141 Dr John Izzo - Watch where the puck is going
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Hurt people hurt people. Everything in this conversation focuses on being whole, bringing the whole person to work, integrating the masculine and feminine. Dr John , a best-selling author and keynote speaker who has advised over 800 global companies invites us to lead a certain way. We discuss toxic masculinity and how the messages of being strong,…
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#140 Kay Clancy - You don’t have to go to every meeting in your Diary!
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You had me at Hello Kay Clancy. Kay is an absolute advocate for unleashing leadership potential and it all starts with self awareness. Kay's passion lies in the intersection of culture, leadership, and change. As the founder of her own consulting firm, specialising in leadership, change, and culture, Kay firmly believes that leadership is not just …
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#139 Melissa Hamilton - Embarrassed to be a Feminist
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Six months ago, a brilliant female executive shared the reaction of her male leader to choosing to work with me. Finally, I am ready to share my own reaction to his words. Am I a feminist? I thought it time to tell this story and to acknowledge what a complex layered relationship so many of us have with the word feminist and the label feminine. I g…
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Knowledge Symbiosis with Roxanne Swentzell and Anne LaForti
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In the fourth episode of our limited series Knowledge Symbiosis: Can Biomimicry and Indigenous Science Harmonize?, Roxanne Swentzell and Anne LaForti engage in a conversation hosted by Sara El-Sayed, converging Indigenous ideologies and scientific understanding of soils, seeds, regenerative versus sustainable terminologies, and steps to healing our…
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Craig Tiley, CEO of Tennis Australia has spearheaded the phenomenal success of the Australian Open, the country’s largest and most prestigious annual international sporting event. His transformative leadership has propelled the tournament to new heights, breaking attendance records and captivating global audiences. In our conversation, he shares th…
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#137 Clare Groves - Why Good Mental Health is a Leader’s Best Friend
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Yep, you can be the leader you want to be and have great personal relationships - a critical skill to filling your cup. I had a great conversation with Clare Groves, Founder and Director of Founding. Clare is my guest expert, having been the Founder and CEO of Clarity Health Care which treated people with acute and complex mental health, and the Ma…
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#136 Dr Kellie Pritchard - Get On Top of Stress & Burnout
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In this episode, Dr Kellie talks about stress and burnout, debunks the common myths and most importantly preventative steps you can take now. Dr Kellie spent the first decade of her career working with Olympic athletes and world-record holders in Australia and Europe, where she honed her deep passion for health and performance. However, whilst she …
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#135 Dr Kristy Goodwin - How to stop being ‘Always On’ & Reclaim Joy
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I loved Dr Kristy Goodwin’s latest book ‘Dear Digital, We need to talk’ and lapped up our conversation with practical brain-based top tips to tame our tech habits. Habits that in recent years has seen us living in an ‘always-on’ digital culture - and we know this is contributing to burnout. Do you feel it? As one of Australia’s digital wellbeing an…
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#134 Defying Doubt: I could never do what you do
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In this podcast episode I share brilliant insights from leaders as we explore their response to people saying I could never do what you do. Join me and Giam Swiegers, Laura Berry, Sheree Rubenstein, Natalie Charles, Sarah Harden, Ann Sherry AO and Mei Ouw as we unpack the resilience, determination, and unique perspectives that fuel their remarkable…
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#133 Intentional Leadership Journeys: Aha Moments that Shaped Careers
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Join me in this podcast episode as we explore the intentional choices, pivotal decisions, and transformative insights that have defined the leadership and careers of Melanie Silva, Michelle Loader, Rhonda Morris, Sadhana Smiles, Janine Hall, Ilsa Wakeling and Dr John Izzo. Whether you're a seasoned executive or aspiring leader, tune into these conv…
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Knowledge Symbiosis with PennElys Droz and Maibritt Pedersen Zari
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In the third episode of our limited series Knowledge Symbiosis: Can Biomimicry and Indigenous Science Harmonize?, PennElys Droz and Maibritt Pedersen Zari engage in conversation hosted by Lily Urmann, exploring cosmologies, paradigm shifts and how to be in good relationship while we co-create and design as humans within creation. They outline princ…
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#132 Voices of Impact: Unleashes Brave Feminine Leadership
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Welcome to the heart of meaningful conversations! On each episode of my podcast, I engage extraordinary leaders with a pivotal question: What is Brave Feminine Leadership does it need to change? Hear the perspectives from Ana Marinkovic, Diane Smith-Gander AO, Peter Harmer, Mark McGinley, Elizabeth Broderick, Catherine Fox, Div Pillay, Michelle Win…
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