Send us a text A chance meeting while she boarded an Antarctic cruise liner led Kathy to see AI differently and to become an early adopter. Her perspective on where and how AI fits into our human-led businesses is part of this interview, in which she also shares her tumultuous journey of recovery from a serious injury. Find out more about Kathy: Website: https://fireupcoaching.com.au/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FIREUPCoachingofficial Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fireup_c...

Send us a text Our final episode for the first quarter of the century! And in it we celebrate our guests, share wisdom highlights and pay tribute to the power of this community. Thank you, our listeners, for being part of this grand journey to the end of 2025. 2026 will bring even more... May your break be safe and enjoyable, and may you all be blessed with love, peace, and happiness through the 2025 festive season. Great conversations underpin all successful leadership relationships an...

Send us a text Trigger warning: this recording discusses topics that may be sensitive to some listeners. If you need support, please reach out. Lifeline 13 11 14. What do you do when you recognise a culture that is hurting those whose primary role is to care for others? You do something about it! After her own journey of recovery from anxiety, depression and more, Nurse Practitioner, Rebekah Woodbine, set about creating a podcast as a helpful resource providing tenderness for nurses. Th...

Send us a text When burnout is affecting 49% of leaders globally, something is going terribly wrong, and it is worse in Australia... Find out how to be energised and enthused, maintain calm in a chaotic world, and prevent yourself from becoming a statistic as Mary shares with us her secrets to successful self-care. Download the free 'Serenity Strategies - Stress Relievers for Self-Care' booklet at this link: https://hub.optimalcoaching.com.au/serenity_strategies Get your grounding medit...

Send us a text After navigating the transition from corporate life in Europe to family life in Australia, then successfully raising her children to young adulthood, Birgitta found herself at a crossroads. Realising she needed to reinvent herself, she emerged re-energised and re-connected, putting her coaching experience from high-level sporting and corporate team backgrounds to work in helping women thrive in leadership. Join us as we explore transitions, rediscovery, and curiosity as t...

Send us a text In this episode, I explore the role of self-awareness in leadership - the ability to recognise your emotions, patterns, and impact on others. We’ll look at why leaders who understand themselves lead with greater clarity, empathy, and resilience, and how small shifts in self-awareness can transform relationships and decision-making. e. Tune in to discover how cultivating self-awareness helps you lead and grow, not just with strategy, but with authenticity. To find out more about...

Send us a text Join us as we talk all things awards - why they are a strategy for success and how you grow through participating in them. Which awards should you enter? Have you done enough to enter an award? How do you deal with that inner voice that says you aren't enough? Annette Densham, a former journalist, is the leader in award services. She answers all these questions and more... you can't miss this one! Find out more about Annette here: https://awardwritingservices.com/ Great...

Send us a text If the word 'feedback' gives you the heebies, you really cannot miss this episode. Whether it is giving feedback, receiving feedback, or both that sets your teeth on edge, this episode will help you make feedback your friend. Feedback is the ultimate growth tool and imperative for progress in your career and all aspects of life. Being open to it helps us grow and progress in our awareness, creating a life of ease. Take a listen, and embrace feedback - you'll be amazed with the ...

Send us a text When a customer is told to 'Talk to Jack, ' they're often surprised to find themselves chatting with Jaclyn. As someone who learned through the school of hard knocks, she has forged new frontiers in her business, specialising in Trailers and Caravan repairs in Sydney and is recognised for her strong leadership, hands-on industry knowledge, and dedication to delivering high-quality service and workmanship. Jac's journey started with a grandmother who broke the mould - the perfec...

Send us a text After many years working internationally for major corporations, Angella returned to Australia and now works for herself. She shares her journey of repatriation, the excitement and the challenges of moving to a new continent with her family and furry friend. We talk about growing resilience, finding your place, recognising the right path to take, and so much more. It's a warm and friendly chat that holds a pot or two of gold within it. Find out more about Angella on LinkedIn he...

Send us a text In this not-to-be-missed episode, we discuss all things creativity, writing, and self-discovery as we explore the skill and craft of writing as a must-use leadership tool. Rochelle is enthusiastic about using story, journaling, and coaching as a pathway for personal development. The current President of the Gold Coast Writers Association (a vibrant group of brilliantly creative leaders in their own right), Rochelle, shares her experiences and lessons learnt along the way in an ...

Send us a text If you've wondered how to level up through doing a TED talk, then this is a not-to-be-missed episode. Joyce shares her experience of being accepted to present a TED Talk and offers us insider tips on getting on the TED stage, along with lots of amazing advice about life. It's a fabulous, high-energy episode that will leave you buzzing! Watch the TED talk here https://youtu.be/f_0ioqN1cEE?si=eXezBVKbWzlnktjE Find out more about Joyce at https://joycesavage.com/ Faceb...

Send us a text We all know networking events are your chance to get to know people in your community, whether that's local or globally, but what is a 'good' networking event? Take a listen and learn how to make networking your superpower, as we discuss all things networking with Kacie Brignell - what to do, and what not to do! riven by a passion for connecting people and fostering business growth, Kacie Brignell, a seasoned connector and founder of KacieRoze, specialises in helping service-ba...

Send us a text We've changed our podcast! Find out more as you listen to this episode. Navigating change can be a leader's greatest struggle, and one of their most outstanding achievements. In this episode, Mary discusses the neuroscience of change and ways to become comfortable with adapting to varying circumstances, enabling you to stand out as an innovative and resilient leader. Find out more about Mary at www.optimalcoaching.com.au Great conversations underpin all successful leadership ...

Send us a text Serial podcaster and strategist, Darren Saul, shares the importance of podcasting for building authority through marketing, brand building, and credibility. We discuss common mistakes and the reasons many people give up early on their podcast aspirations. Darren shares his own journey, noting that his podcast, "Playing with Perspective," has grown to 250 episodes. He encourages aspiring leaders to embrace curiosity, take action, and not let perfectionism hinder their prog...

Send us a text Following a career transition, Aurora's work now focuses on sustainability. We discuss the effect of empowering employees at all levels to take ownership of sustainability initiatives as she shares examples of successful food waste reduction programs. Leaders, listen to find out how creating a culture of conversation and boundary-setting achieve desired outcomes with full team engagement. Find our more about Aurora: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/astrapto/ LinkedIn Profil...

Send us a text Megan shares her amazing journey to living her yes, and evolving personal leadership. She talks about rediscovering herself amidst the turmoil of a relationship breakup, then shares how she has channelled her learnings into her debut novel, "It's Always Been Me". It's an inspiring listen... and one that may well change your life! Here's the quote she mentions: And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. (Anaïs...

Send us a text Mel works with Women Leaders who are navigating their forties and fifties and has many enlightening strategies, tools, and resources that business leaders can use to support their female employees through menopause and peri-menopause. We also discuss how boundaries are important in self-care and how self-awareness underpins successful navigation through difficulties. More about Mel: Mel's book, 'Fully Connected' is available here: https://www.melkettle.com/store/p/fullyconnect...

Send us a text The most powerful tool we have is a question! Listen and learn how questions help us connect, grow, and learn more about ourselves and others. Emily Jane is a multi-talented, multi-skilled, young leader who walks her talk. In this podcast, she discusses how a powerful question helped her make a huge decision that has impacted her life in a very positive way. Find out more about Emily by checking out her links below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/aAnzScQh8uAF...

Send us a text After 15 years in corporate leadership roles, Renee's life changes saw her leading as an entrepreneur. We follow her journey of change, as she relates how personal challenges guided her transition into her current business. We also discuss health, nutrition, and the role of non-judgement in a safe space for growth. Find out more about Renee here: www.defininghealth.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DefiningHealthClinicalNutritionist LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com...