In this inspiring episode we interview Ryan Berman. Ryan has worked with some of the most influential companies in the world. He has spent the last decade and a half growing his own creative business, but in 2019, he actually fired himself from his last agency to start Courageous, a change consultancy that develops Courage Brands and trains companies how to operationalise courage through Courage Bootcamp. He is also the author of the best selling book Return on Courage, a business playbook for c...
Oct 20, 2020•29 min•Ep. 104
Has your physical, emotional and mental well being fallen by the wayside during all this change and uncertainty? As a people leader, you need to be your best self so you can lead others. Paying extra attention to your own well being is always a good idea. In this episode, we share our top seven strategies from our Leadership Essentials program that help you do just that. Episode highlights: An introduction to our Leadership Essentials Program. Six modules, with a new one released every two weeks...
Sep 17, 2020•19 min•Ep. 103
We know things aren’t easy right now. We’re all learning how to navigate such dramatic change in business as a result of COVID-19. And a change in our environment means changing the way in which we work. So we’ve created a transition plan to help people leaders and their team embrace the change and move forward post-COVID as a high-performing team .https://peopleleaders.com.au/covid-transition-plan-template/ Episode highlights: Understanding how business may have changed Three key areas managers...
Aug 27, 2020•21 min•Ep. 102
How are you coping with all the change and uncertainty that’s going on at the moment?We’ve all been affected in different ways by Covid-19 and all the restrictions that have come with it, not to mention the disturbed routines. Some are taking it in their stride, while others are struggling, particularly those who’ve been forced into a second round of lockdown. We’ll leave you to decide which end of the spectrum you are in. For all of us though, Covid-19 is a masterclass in flexibility.It’s a non...
Aug 11, 2020•12 min•Ep. 101
In this very special episode — our 100th episode — we’re in myth-busting mode and are taking a look at the common misconceptions of introverted and extroverted personality types. It’s no secret that we’re lovers of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and using it to understand your own and your team’s personality types. There are certain things that we see time and time again when it comes to understanding — or a lack thereof — of the different personality types out there. It’s your role as a...
Jul 29, 2020•21 min•Ep. 100
We’ve had a lot of mixed responses from clients considering engaging us for leadership and team-building programs since Covid-19 restrictions took hold back in March. All the leaders and organisations we’ve spoken to recognise that the team dynamic and organisational culture have had to adapt to the new ways of working, and that in many ways these changes will be permanent. Where people get stuck though is deciding on how and when to get us in to facilitate some work with their teams. Some say i...
Jul 20, 2020•19 min•Ep. 99
We have an information-packed episode with Zoe Routh. In this episode, Zoe talks about the gig economy and this pandemic, strategies for leaders on retaining talent, her definition of loyalty in the workplace, on being an elder-archetype leader, and more.Zoë Routh is one of Australia’s leading experts on people stuff - the stuff that gets in our way of producing results, and the stuff that lights us up. She believes developing people skills is the gateway to better decisions and greater results....
Jul 16, 2020•36 min•Ep. 98
In this episode, Franziska shares some wonderful ideas and tips on courageous leadership, concepts of imperfection and how it is helpful for leaders and teams, personal branding, and more. Franziska is an internationally renowned speaker, entrepreneur, adventurer. She's known for her thought leadership and for pushing boundaries. Franziska is a maverick entrepreneur, leading marketing strategist, mad adventurer, author and the co-founder BasicBananas.com, Oceanlovers.com, MomentsofHumanity.com, ...
Jul 07, 2020•31 min•Ep. 97
In this episode, we interview James Sinclair, the Chief Executive of EnterpriseAlumni. His primary role is in recruitment but he is really making a name for himself teaching organisations how to maintain relationships with staff when they do leave. He also contributes to various media on the future of work and large enterprise innovation and entrepreneurship. He shared some fantastic insights around how to create diversity in high-performing teams, clear opinions on exit interviews, setting up y...
Jun 16, 2020•31 min•Ep. 96
In today's episode, we are graced again by the presence of Vivian Goh as she talks about financial wellbeing during the Covid-19 pandemic. Vivian is the founder and coach of Simple Wealth Coaching (SWC). She also discusses how you can, step by step, start getting your financial house in order and automating your budget so you can prepare and make sense of the current changes in the economy and the impact on your life. An overview discussion by Vivian of what's happening in our current financial ...
May 13, 2020•22 min•Ep. 95
In this episode, we’re chatting with Jesse Curry, the founder of First-String Leadership. Founded in July 2019 (first as a blog, now a podcast) to serve other leaders and entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses, but needing leadership training to do so. He began his career as in the US Army as an Aviation Officer, including serving as an Intelligence Officer, up until his final assignment as a company commander in 2016. We discussed in this episode his experiences from being a West Point...
May 05, 2020•34 min•Ep. 94
It’s a turbulent time. The coronavirus outbreak continues to spread and the majority of people are working from home. It can be stressful trying to navigate these changing and uncertain times. So, checking in with yourself, your family and friends and your team is key. In this podcast, we’re sharing our top five tips we’ve learned along the way to make working from home a little easier for you and your team. Episode highlights: Working from home - it can be stressful whether you’re used to it or...
Apr 15, 2020•15 min•Ep. 93
Are your processes and systems helping or hindering your business? In this episode, we’re chatting to Craig Meinicke, the founder and managing director of Touchpoint One, a Brisbane-based management consultancy business. He has over 20 years’ experience across many different industries and in various utility sectors including water, electricity, transport and resources. He began his career as a water treatment plant operator and has worked his way up to now delivering key solutions to complex pr...
Feb 12, 2020•29 min•Ep. 92
A new year means new opportunities and a chance to set yourself up for a successful year ahead. But we’re not talking about making New Year’s resolutions. We’re talking about something much simpler, and much more likely to make a difference to your life, both personally and professionally. In this episode, we’re looking at the power of a good morning routine. Episode highlights: Why morning routines are so important Why you should steer clear of New Year’s resolutions Focus on your wellbeing Too...
Jan 23, 2020•17 min•Ep. 91
It can be stressful not having control over your money. And sometimes, the idea of taking back control is so daunting it can be hard to know where to even start. Luckily, in this episode we cover that and more. Vivian Goh, financial wellness coach and founder of Simple Wealth Coaching shares her knowledge and tips for taking responsibility of your finances. Her areas of expertise include life coaching, wealth creation, budgeting, protection planning, debt planning, investment, and retirement pla...
Jan 10, 2020•30 min•Ep. 90
We don’t know what kind of year you’ve had to date but whatever it’s been, now is a great time to review how the year has been for you in the context of being a leader.If you still haven’t got the results you were hoping for in 2019, hang in there, you may be closer than you realise. And if you did get the results you were looking for, well done! And if you happen to be reading this or listening to the episode long after it was published, anytime is a good time for a review so don’t think you ha...
Dec 17, 2019•24 min•Ep. 89
Do you write your own story? Do you build your own personal brand? In any environment, you need to take responsibility for your career, how you want to be, the reputation you want to be known for, because if you don’t determine it, other people will do it for you. In this episode, we’re chatting to someone who helps leaders do exactly that: Matt Johnson. Matt is a marketer, speaker and founder of San Diego-based PR and production agency, Pursuing Results. He runs a virtual team to share his core...
Dec 11, 2019•42 min•Ep. 88
Constructive team agreements are all about the behaviours and the way the team interacts with one another and stakeholders. In order for a team to be high performing, no matter their industry, they need to agree to uphold those behaviours throughout the day and week as a team. A person might be doing a really good job in terms of what they have to deliver, but it’s not just about delivering the task, it’s about how they deliver the task. So in this episode, we’re talking about team agreements an...
Dec 03, 2019•15 min•Ep. 87
In this episode, we’re chatting with our favourite yoga instructor, Cate Wilson, about why yoga and leadership are the perfect match. Cate is a 250-hour YTT yoga teacher, with a love of learning and inspiring change in others. A wife and mother of two, she’s also a beauty therapist and thermomix lover and is passionate about what we put into our bodies, onto our skin and allow into our minds. Episode highlights: The common issue people try to fix with yoga according to Cate - dealing with mental...
Oct 31, 2019•30 min•Ep. 86
It’s no secret that in order to be an effective leader, your energy levels need to be maintained. The same goes for being an effective, high-performing team member. It’s easy to lose awareness of your energy, but reconnecting with it doesn’t need to be difficult. In this episode, we chat to Chris Wildeboer, CEO and Personal Energy Specialist at Balance Central. Her journey to understanding and finding balance began in 1995 when she attended a kinergetics workshops and learned how to reset. Now, ...
Oct 16, 2019•32 min•Ep. 85
Do you lack confidence as a leader? It’s a common problem among people leaders, and something we’ve seen more and more of lately. Many new and developing leaders think they’re not good enough, and don’t have all the tools and resources to lead confidently. But it is possible to build your confidence and bridge that gap to improve. In this episode, we’re sharing how to do just that. Episode highlights: New and developing leaders think they’re not good enough Building your confidence comes down to...
Sep 19, 2019•8 min•Ep. 84
You might already be in a position of leadership, or you might have recently been promoted or put yourself forward for a new role. Whatever stage of leadership you’re in, it’s time to change your strategy. Being a leader requires next-level thinking. You need to prepare mentally, physically and emotionally. Luckily for you, we’ve got a few tips and strategies to help you do just that. This episode comes to you from Bali so sit back and relax into next-level thinking! Episode Highlights: Why you ...
Sep 05, 2019•9 min•Ep. 83
Making the move from supervisor to manager isn’t a simple one. Working the way you used to work just isn't going to cut it anymore. The three key areas that allow you to be successful in a managerial role are your thoughts and mindset, your behaviours and the tools and strategies you use. More importantly, there are 10 shifts in mindset you should work on to be successful as a new manager. In this episode, we’re taking a look at them in more detail. Episode highlights: Why you might struggle in ...
Aug 29, 2019•22 min•Ep. 82
Are you cut out to be a leader? Many people think they don’t have what it takes. That they don’t have the qualities needed to hold a leadership position. But leadership isn’t some grand vision to be attained. The title of ‘leader’ is not something that only people like Nelson Mandela or Gandhi are able to use. We believe we all have what it takes to be a leader. In this podcast, we’re shining the light on leadership and proving that we all have those leadership qualities inside us. Episode highl...
Aug 18, 2019•10 min•Ep. 81
In this episode, we’re chatting to Gretchen Gagel. An expert in the construction industry, she consults to owners to support the cost-effective planning, design, and construction of capital assets, and to contractors, engineering firms, and material and equipment suppliers. Her firm, Greatness Consulting, has worked with high level clients over the years including Intel, Marriott, Hewlett Packard, United Airlines and others. Gretchen holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, an MBA ...
Aug 08, 2019•34 min•Ep. 80
Do you ever feel a little stuck or that you lack focus when at work? Working inside, whether you’re stuck in an office or a warehouse or at home, means your brain has ‘less space’ to think. The challenge for most people is not having enough space in between their meetings or between their thoughts to allow their creative juices to flow and allow something better to come to them. So it’s a good idea to look outside the window every now and then because it actually allows the brain to become a lit...
Jul 22, 2019•14 min•Ep. 79
In this episode, we explore an issue that one of our podcast listeners is facing, but it’s a common problem in any high-performing team: dealing with difficult people. Hands up, do you have a difficult colleague or somebody in your team that could be considered difficult? In the case of our podcast listener, they felt their colleague has high IQ but very low EQ. So we’re going to give you a few ideas on how you might deal with someone who, in your eyes, has a difficult personality. Episode highl...
Jul 10, 2019•10 min•Ep. 78
We have been getting a lot of feedback from leaders who feel they don’t have a good relationship with their stakeholders. So in this episode, we’re taking a look at a few strategies and approaches that can help you improve your relationships for better business success. Episode highlights: Defining a stakeholder - an individual or group of people who have something to win or lose by you being successful or failing in business The common issues for leaders and stakeholders - many people think the...
Jul 02, 2019•14 min•Ep. 77
Recently we chatted with Sandra Hannah on the People Leaders Podcast. Sandra is a customer operations manager at City West Water and a participant in a 9-month leadership program we ran in 2018. Sandra used our High-Performing Team Indicator (HPTI) with her team and told us, “I used the High-Performing Team tool because I wanted to find out exactly how my team felt. You can question your team, but there are some people who sit back and don’t say anything but really want to.“Quieter team members ...
May 27, 2019•15 min•Ep. 76
When a business goes through a period of change, good or bad, it can be unsettling for its employees. That’s where people leaders are important; knowing how to deal with change and having the skills to react the right way can help a team move forward.In this episode, we chat to Virginia Thompson about how employees can connect strategy and purpose and learn to live with ambiguity and uncertainty. Virginia is director and co-founder of Human Priority and a specialist member of the People Leaders ...
May 16, 2019•27 min•Ep. 75
