Leading You

I have a question for you today: What are you tolerating in life that you shouldn’t be? Whether it's relationships, your career, or your business, many people simply put up with subpar situations rather than taking action to change them. It’s easy to become comfortable tolerating things as they are, but I believe that life is too short to settle for mediocrity. We only get one chance at life. We should make the most of it rather th...

In life we all have to juggle multiple responsibilities, constantly trying to keep all the balls in the air without dropping any. The daily demands of work, family, health, friends, and spirit can become overwhelming. But it is possible to manage this juggle more effectively, and it starts with understanding the nature of the balls we have in the air and why we juggle them. Today I want to share with you an exercise that can help y...

We all have setbacks in life - but it’s what you do with them that really matters. Today, I sit down with Anita Jacoby, one of Australia's most distinguished television producers, as she shares her insights on resilience, her mindset on setbacks and how she forged a successful career in a male-dominated industry. We hear about how she first started channelling courage from a young age and her advice on taking action to create the l...

I have spoken to many successful people who, despite having achieved amazing things in their careers, find themselves feeling miserable, making bad choices and living with a sense of disconnection. 

From what I’ve observed, so much of this misalignment comes down to people not living in line with their values. So today I’m sharing three key indicators that reveal if you're not living true to your values, how this affects you, and...

I’ve had so many conversations lately about people who are fed up with their job or their teams. They’re trapped on the treadmill of life and don’t pause to reflect on who they are becoming. It’s increasingly common in our fast-paced lives, and the question arises - When was the last time you looked in the mirror and genuinely liked the person staring back at you?

I’m not talking about what you’re wearing or how your hair looks, I ...

Today I’m joined by the incredible Kate Save, the founder & CEO of BeFit Food. Among it’s many accolades BeFit Foods was named Telstra Victorian Business of the Year in 2018, number 29 in the AFR Fast Starters in 2019, and the Telstra Victorian Business of the Year again in 2022 for championing health.

As if that wasn’t enough, she’s also a clinical dietitian, exercise physiologist, and diabetes educator. From a young age, Kate...

A lot of people have been asking me recently about my motivation for writing my latest book, You Always Have a Choice. Anyone who has written a book will know that every piece of work is incredibly personal so today I’m sharing my reasons behind writing this book and the impact I hope it will have on those who read it. 

My Epiphany in the Mirror

During my battle with cancer, I experienced a transformative moment that changed ever...

Today, I’m bringing you what is potentially one of my favourite podcast episodes, which is all about being the CEO of you. I’m deeply passionate about this topic and even wrote a whole chapter around it in my book, You Always Have a Choice. In this episode, we explore the decisions we can make and questions to ask ourselves in order to become the best leaders - of ourselves and others - we can be. 

Embracing the CEO Mindset

Being...

Do you find it hard to speak up in the workplace, as well as in your personal life? If so, it’s clear that you are not alone.

Studies show that the rate of women experiencing burnout at work has grown to 42%, with men at 30%. Why is this happening? I believe that a huge part of the problem is that people are too tired or lack the confidence to speak up for themselves when too much is being expected of them. 

Today, I’m talking ...

How do we work in a way that is sustainable and avoids burnout, while still being successful? This is a difficult question for women to answer, with a 2023 survey of Australian working women finding that 54% reported increased levels in stress. Another 30% experienced ongoing burnout and 16% left their jobs in 2022 citing lack of flexibility. 

Today, I’m joined by the wonderful Jo Wagstaff, internationally renowned leadership coa...

There’s a tendency for so many leaders to constantly want more, do more and strive to be more. But what happens when we continue to forge ahead without ever slowing down? 

I know firsthand how operating like this can lead to burnout. So today, I’m talking about an incredibly important yet undervalued strategy that will get you the results you want: taking pause.

While it may seem counterintuitive to stop and breathe in the mids...

Did you know that your mindset can be your superpower? Never have I experienced the truth of this more than when I was diagnosed with cancer. Facing an enemy within, I’ve had to fuel and protect my mindset with intention. I believe in the power of mindset so much that I dedicated an entire chapter to this in my book, You Always Have a Choice. 

Today, we’re exploring how you too can harness the power of your mindset to achieve the...

Are you striving to become a leader but keep getting shut down for no reason? Are you feeling stuck or undervalued? If so, then today’s episode is for you!

I want to share something that has genuinely changed my life.  It's an exercise born out of a challenging time that turned into one of my most powerful personal growth tools, branding exercises, and leadership strategies.

The "Three Words" Exercise
First, you need to write do...

Have you ever wondered what separates an average leader from an exceptional one?

I’m back from a magical holiday in central australia, and I want to get started again with five transformative strategies that will level up your leadership skills. Whether you are an experienced leader or an up-and-coming one, these actionable tips will empower you to unlock your full potential.

Step One: Invest in your Wellbeing and Growth
Your he...

Infertility is something that affects many women around the world, yet it remains a subject shrouded in silence, especially in the workplace. We’re joined today by award winning executive fertility coach Louise to discuss the importance of addressing fertility issues at work and how organisations can create supportive environments for their employees.

Louise's journey to fertility advocacy began with her own six-year struggle to co...

We’re hitting the middle of the year and it’s the perfect time to check in on your business. Today I’m going to share 7 essential checks that will help you elevate your game and achieve success over the next six months.

1. Your Operating Rhythm:
   How are you operating day to day? Do you have a clear, structured way of working that aligns with your priorities and goals? Or have you fallen into the "busy trap," getting distract...

Disruption is often seen as the big scary monster under the bed. We've all been there, facing unexpected changes and challenges that throw us off course. But what if I told you that the right mindset could help you not only cope with disruption but turn it into a powerful advantage?

Professor Martin Bean is so passionate about this, that he literally wrote the book on it. I was lucky enough to sit down with him to discuss the princ...

Critical conversations are an inevitable part of our lives, both personally and professionally. And while they’re often necessary, they can make us want to run and hide in fear of things going truly pear shaped. 

However, as leaders, it’s our responsibility to have those difficult conversations when required - not only for the betterment of the individual, but the organisation as a whole. 

It’s from my own challenging experienc...

The hustle and grind mentality is more pervasive in our society than ever, and is showing no signs of slowing down in this post-COVID world of ours.

The latest research from Mercer HR shows that 8 out of 10 people will experience burnout symptoms in the next 12 months. 

It begs the question: how are we actually living? What are we doing that causes this level of pressure day in and day out? 

On the podcast today, I’m joined b...