What is the best way to to create a good ecosystem for leaders? What can leaders do to create a good ecosystem for themselves? In this episode of the Magical Learning Podcast, Dr. Paige Williams discusses her new book, The Leaders Ecosystem, and explores various topics related to leadership and personal growth. The conversation covers themes such as creating anti-fragile teams, leading with love, and breaking out of the cycle of resilience. Dr. Paige emphasizes the importance of clarity of expec...
Apr 26, 2024•39 min
Did you know that 2/3rds of workers are passively disengaged? And that this has an effective loss of billions in the Australian economy? Well, time to change all of that. In today's amazing interview, we chat with Cherie Mylordis about how to fix this problem. Cherie is a work futurist, executive advisor and speaker on future-fit organisations, certified leadership, transformation and innovation coach, and creator of Nextgenify Leadership. In this conversation, Cherie Mylordis discusses the topi...
Apr 19, 2024•44 min
We all want to improve ourselves, but that can feel stressful and overwhelming. So how big can a small change be? In this episode of the Magical Learning Podcast, the team discuss the concept of small changes and their impact. Everyone shares their own perspective on small changes, ranging from self-belief and learning preferences to community gardens and climate change. They also discuss practical strategies for reducing screen time and improving well-being. The conversation highlights the impo...
Apr 12, 2024•36 min
We all tell ourselves stories everyday, but how important are those stories to how our life turns out? How important is our ability to tell stories? In this episode, Lisa Gerber discusses the power of storytelling and how it can be used to connect with others and convey ideas. Lisa is a speaker, author, and story strategist and communications expert who works with purpose-driven leaders to help them communicate to connect. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the needs of the audience ...
Apr 05, 2024•42 min
We all could be a little better with our budget, be it for life or work. Well, luckily we are joined by the wonderful Robert Bihar. Robert is a Finance Educator. A guide. He likes to shine a light on what’s behind the numbers. He also has 25 years in the C-Suite, where he taught basic finance skills to managers of large corporations. In this episode, the Magical Learning Podcast team is joined by Robert Bihar to discuss the topic of budgeting. The conversation covers various aspects of budgeting...
Mar 29, 2024•42 min
Sometimes we may start down one path, and then end up wanting something else. Well if this sounds like you, today we break down what that is like with our special guest Dr. Rebecca Sutherns. Dr. Rebecca is a facilitator at heart. She loves helping groups of people tap into their collective imagination and wisdom. She's also also an insightful strategist. She's been coaching the senior executives and Boards of mission-driven organizations for more than 25 years – primarily large nonprofits and ph...
Mar 15, 2024•48 min
Starting a business can be tough, but keeping it agile and able to keep up with changes can be even harder. Luckily on today's podcast we have Lisa Carlin. Lisa guides visionary CEOs, Executives and Directors to accelerate their transformation to a “Unicorn” organisation. Those working with Lisa have the sounding board and expert guidance they need to navigate success with speed and precision, so they can deliver growth and business value. We tackle how to know if your organisation is listening ...
Mar 08, 2024•45 min
What are some of the biggest things businesses miss without inclusion? And how is inclusion related to psychological safety in leaders? Well today our guest Winitha Bonney OAM answers just that. Winitha Bonney OAM is a global expert in corporate inclusion and is Australia's first and foremost Thought Leader in the advancement of People of Colour. We not only hear about the work she does, but also her story. She then breaks down the team's questions around leadership, inclusion, listening and mak...
Mar 01, 2024•47 min
What are some signs that you or someone you know may be low in critical thinking? How can you improve your critical thinking? Well, on today's podcast, we not only break down those questions, but also why critical thinking is important for your growth On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, John Scollen, Danette Fenton-Menzies All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nations, and we pay our respect to their elders past and present. As always, i...
Feb 23, 2024•25 min
Welcome to a new type of Magical Learning podcast: reflections. Today, each member of the team brings whatever comes to mind when they think of the phrase "How things have changed". Its a fun conversation, and if you jump onto Spotify, you can leave your thoughts on the topic. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Kanika Chopra, Danette Fenton-Menzies, Allegra Fenton-Menzies, Grahame Gerstenberg All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nation...
Feb 16, 2024•1 hr 1 min
We all know how important communication is in all walks of life, but it is something we don't really study or often try to get better at. In today's conversation, Karl Bovenizer explains not only how to get better at it, but al so why it is so important. He talks about how to get to a 3rd type of conversation faster, the power of conversation, and how being a co-creator can be an important part of conversing. To get in contact with Karl: karl@wavelengthcoaching.com On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, G...
Feb 09, 2024•47 min
We all know that learning is important, but sometimes it feels really hard. In today's episode, our team breaks down not only ways to make learning more fun, but also ways to improve the scope of things that you learn, and why that is important. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Kanika Chopra, Danette Fenton-Menzies All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nations, and we pay our respect to their elders past and present. As always, if you...
Feb 02, 2024•21 min
The regular ML podcast is back! And we start our feed up again with a great episode for those struggling with their new year's resolutions. Whether it is keeping up good habits or trying to get rid of unwanted ones, today the team break down their tips and tricks on how to stay on the right path. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Grahame Gerstenberg, Danette Fenton-Menzies, Allegra Fenton-Menzies, John Scollen All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal a...
Jan 26, 2024•27 min
This is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s final episode of the season is with old friend of Danette’s; Yash Varma. Yash is a seasoned tech founder...
Jan 19, 2024•55 min
This is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Sophie Krantz. Sophie Krantz is an advisor, coach and speaker on internationalisation, g...
Jan 12, 2024•34 min
This is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Mark Butler. Mark Butler is a mental health expert and strategist in sustainable perform...
Jan 05, 2024•42 min
This is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Kirsten Peterson Phd. Kirsten is an experienced performance psychologist, coach, and gro...
Dec 29, 2023•1 hr 5 min
This is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Kayelene Snowden. Kaylene is the General Manager for Operations & Transformations at...
Dec 22, 2023•24 min
This is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Chris Mamarelis. Chris is the CEO of Whiddon; an award-winning, not-for-profit organisat...
Dec 15, 2023•33 min
This is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Cherie Mylordis. Cheri is a world-class transformation and innovation coach, future of w...
Dec 08, 2023•33 min
This is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get you copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here: https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Are you struggling to keep up with the pace of change? As a leader how do you stay on top of rapidly changing wo...
Dec 01, 2023•1 hr 7 min
With the world changing at an advancing rate, how ready are you and your business for the rest of the decade? Well, today we talk to friend of the podcast and returning guest Bernie Kelly about the amazing recently published Fitness for Business Transformation Index 2023-26 Preliminary Report that he has worked on (with some collaboration from our very own Danette). Beyond breaking this index down, the group also talks about how to let go of the rapid rate of change, why everyone is feeling burn...
Nov 24, 2023•51 min
Do you want to be a smarter leader? Does managing your time or the culture at your workplace seem harder and harder to manage? Well, if so, today's guest Dermot Crowley will help you out. Dermot is one of Australia’s foremost thought-leaders on productivity. He is the author of new book Lead Smart, and the founder of Adapt Productivity. Today he talks not only about some of the concepts in the book, but also what makes a leader smarter. He breaks down focus & attention, boundaries, and the t...
Nov 17, 2023•41 min
How do you build up your emotional fitness? How do you deal with uncertainty? In today's episode, we chat to emotional fitness expert Joe Pane. Joe not only breaks down these questions, but also how technology affects our emotional fitness, how to encourage growth, and how lower ranking team members can still affect change in a business. For more on Joe: https://www.joepane.com.au/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/insights-with-joe-pane/id1482285607?ign-mpt=uo%3D4 And Joe's new book can be ...
Nov 10, 2023•47 min
Many people are given some responsibility and leadership in life, but how can you make it your own? How can you bring yourself to leadership? In today';s episode, the team breaks down not only those questions, but also why we like unconventional leaders, what standard leaders are and why they may struggle initially, and what leaders have inspired them. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Grahame Gerstenberg, John Scollen All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ng...
Nov 03, 2023•31 min
Networking is crucial to any career. But what is the best way to go about it? How can you make it fun? In today's episode, the team break down interesting places they have networked, what are some interesting ways to challenge yourself, and what makes someone good at networking. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Grahame Gerstenberg, John Scollen All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nations, and we pay our respect to their elders past ...
Oct 27, 2023•31 min
How can growing outside of work help us be better at work? How can we utilise our passions and hobbies to enjoy our work more? In today's episode the team breaks down not only these questions, but also how you can find things to grow in, and a lot more. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Danette Fenton-Menzies, Grahame Gerstenberg, Allen Hunt, John Scollen All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nations, and we pay our respect to their el...
Oct 20, 2023•29 min
Optimism can be important, but how do we become more optimistic, even when times are tough? What are the benefits of being optimistic? Well today, we are optimistic about being joined by Anna Glynn; speaker, coach and educator. We break down not only the role of optimism, but how you can help others get out of a pessimistic funk. To get in contact with Anna: - https://annaglynn.com.au/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-glynn-mapp-0797b639/ On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Danette Fenton-Menzies, Gr...
Oct 13, 2023•35 min
Stress usually signals to us that something is going wrong, but what if we could also look at that response as data and information as well as an emotion? Well, in today's amazing episode, we talk with Dr Robyne Hanley-Dafoe about just that. Dr Robyne breaks down how to view and analyse our stress responses, and what that information is telling us. She also talks to us about parenting, looking into your own psyche and ways to channel stress positively, as well as how to help others who may be go...
Oct 06, 2023•48 min
We all have to face adversity. It's a part of life. But not many have done what our guest today has done when it comes to overcoming adversity. Our guest today is Mark Black. Mark is a Heart-Lung Transplant Recipient, 4-Time Marathon Runner, International Keynote Speaker, Author, and Coach. He talks to us about his journey to go from his heart and lung transplant to becoming a marathon runner. He talks about other adversity he has faced, and what you can do to better overcome adversity. For more...
Sep 29, 2023•38 min
