Awakening Leadership Podcast

"Thought Leadership" is something that every leader can benefit from understanding more about. In this episode, we delve into Thought Leadership with Elinor Moshe, the Construction Coach. Understand what thought leadership is, how to incorporate it into your leadership practice while hearing about Elinor's own journey of soul-searching, and the inspiration that has enabled her to establish herself as Australia's first Construction Coach.

In this fascinating episode, we talk with Karen Simmons, founder of The Change Executive, and host of The Change Room - a space where leaders and teams can gather to facilitate change processes in Sydney, Australia. Karen has over 30 years experience in change leadership and facilitating transformation from the individual to organizational level. Here we discuss her journey into change leadership, and some of the specific and creative interventions brought by Karen and her team that have resulted in real cultural and organisational change for the people and organisations she has worked with.

Lynn brings an extraordinary insight from her experiences mentoring young women in leadership development, and from her new book - Altruistic Capitalism. She also shares leading-edge perspectives on the changes she sees coming in how businesses measure impact. If you are a leader who wants to make an impact - not just financially but on a social and environmental level too, this is definitely worth a listen.

Join us for this profound conversation where we discuss leadership psychology, archetypal stories, and Eissa's thesis on how parental impressions impact leadership styles. Eissa's fascinating narrative is peppered with real-life insights and examples from leaders he has worked with.

In this episode, meet Emma Baxter, founder of YouTax - an innovative company that is dedicated to making financial wellbeing services available to everyone. As Emma shares her story -   from experiencing family bankruptcy as a child to embracing ADHD as her superpower - you will hear how she has been able to harness adversity and focus on her potential, to successfully grow and lead a unique and innovative business, which  recently won the national Industry Award for innovative services and was also nominated for fast-growing company of the year. Emma's leadership, heart, and values shine through in this inspiring interview. 

AIME Mentoring is dedicated to closing the gap of educational inequity in Australia and globally. Through their Assistant Creative Director, Stephani Beck, we hear about how AIME, using Imagination as a core value, has helped thousands of young people through their mentorship program, and their latest programs for executives, entrepreneurs, teachers and young people, including the Imagi-Nation University. Stephanie also shares her own story of resilience through difficult times, and the power of authenticity in shaping her leadership.

In this episode, you will meet Ben Killoy, who - surprisingly- discovered the power of vulnerability during his time in the military. He speaks with passion and intelligence about the challenges he has faced, and the challenges faced by many leaders who are dads to be their best self as a leader AND as a parent, and how to overcome those challenges to create and leave a legacy for your children.

In this episode we talk with Kumar Jha, who took a chance to "pay forward" the opportunities he received early in life when he did a "Covid Pivot" in 2020 to found Opportunities Australia: an employment and training company specialising in connecting skilled migrants with employment opportunities. As we dig into what leadership means to him, Kumar talks about setting big compassionate goals, dealing with self-doubt, celebrating victories, and creating opportunities... As you listen to Kumar's story, I invite you to think about where you need to pivot today, and what opportunities you can see and create around you.

"Business is Tough."  "You Need to Work Hard."  "Dominate the Industry."  "Crush the Competition."  These phrases, and the mindset behind them, are increasingly problematic for the conscious consumer. In this inspiring interview, Sarah talks about the power of gentleness in business and marketing... (And in Aikido, because.... Well... I just always have to mention Aikido.) Listen in to find out more about how you can make the shift from a fear-based, scarcity mentality to an authentic, gentle and effective approach to marketing and business.You won't regret listening to this life-changing conversation. 

Trained as an astrophysicist, Dr. Robert Gilman decided in the mid-70s that “the stars could wait, but the planet couldn't.” He turned his attention to global sustainability, futures research, and strategies for positive cultural change. His on-the-ground sustainability efforts have included developing the Context Institute, co-founding the Global Ecovillage Network, Citizen Diplomacy with the former USSR, serving as City Councilman in Langley, Washington, and working nationally with the American Institute of Architects on issues regarding sustainability and the built environment. He is currently leading the worldwide Bright Future Network and its Bright Future Now  “adventure tour to the future.”

Minter Dial is a seasoned exeutive, speaker and author on leadership. In this conversation we "go cosmic" in a conversation about leadership as energy, the power of language and the spaces between words, how grounding into youself as a leader can help you better serve others, and how to cultivate meaningfulness on a daily basis.Minter Dial is a professional speaker, storyteller, author, and elevator, specialized in leadership, branding, and transformation. Minter has given over 500 talks and seminars to audiences in six continents. He is the author of three award-winning books, Heartificial Empathy (2019), Futureproof (2017), and The Last Ring Home (2016), the latter of which he turned into an award-winning documentary film shown on PBS (US) and History Channel (A/NZ). His newest book on leadership, published by Kogan Page, is You Lead, How Being Yourself Makes You A Better Leader (2021), which hit #1 on the hot new releases. Previously, he enjoyed a 16-year international career at L'Oreal, including being Managing Director Worldwide of Redken, MD of the Canadian subsidiary of the Professional Products Division (PPD) and on the Executive Committee worldwide of the PPD. He's a renowned blogger and podcaster and is passionate about the Grateful Dead, Padel Tennis, and languages.

How do you stay true to yourself as a leader when it seems like making a difference means you must compromise? In this extraordinary interview you will hear not only Daniel's personal stories, but also my own, as Daniel shares the importance of being you, and the profound impacts of bringing a deep listening presence to your life and leadership. Levin walked away from an opportunity to run a billion dollar business, to hitchhike around the world to find happiness and inner peace. He studied in a seminary five years and left one day before becoming a Rabbi and he has lived as a Monk in a monastery for 10 years. As Director of Business Development, he grew Hay House from $3,000,000 a year in sales to $100,000,000 a year in revenue. Levin is rare blend of businessman and mystic who sees what others do not see. It has been this one quality more than any other that has thrown him into some of the most exclusive boardrooms to help companies innovate new ways of finding solutions when the old ways stop working.

How do you turn frustrated employees to inspired and motivated purpose-driven leaders within your organisation? In this insightful interview with Tony Loyd we explore the leadership development processes that ignite new levels of engagement. 

Léandre Larouche is a Canadian author, Fulbright program alumnus, and writing coach. He helps people who have a message to share improve their writing skills and master the writing process so they can become the author of their dreams. He has lived, studied, and worked in Canada, the U.S., and the U.K.

Can kindness make you a better leader? In this delightful episode we talk kindness and inclusivity with marketing and media thought leader, Ben Sorensen.Described as a quirky, witty, personality Ben has worked in the media and event space all his life while simultaneously working as a high end marketing strategist and thought leader.Ben also has Autism, and holds positions as Marketing director for ZQRacing, and inclusion organisation, Friend In Me. His client list has included Star Casino, Nine Network, Andre Rieu, Audi, PWC and more.Today Ben describes himself as a "Brain for hire" with a passion for entertainment, kindness and problem solving.

In this podcast we talk about a small shift that makes a BIG difference. How can we shift from being driven by fear to driven by purpose, values and positivity? Listen to what Claire has to say.Claire Mackinnon is a leadership coach and mentor, based in the UK. She works with successful leaders who want to have a greater impact through their working lives, without it consuming them. She guides them to lead and live joyfully, courageously and wholeheartedly, so they can be a greater force for good in their organisations and create meaningful change to how business is done.You can find out more about Claire's work and philosophy at www.clairemackinnon.com

In this enlightening interview, we dig deep into "the Genetics of Leadership" with Daniel Edds: What happens when you shift your leadership development approach focus from the individual leader, to the system of leadership itself? Daniel shares some powerful examples of the transformation this shift can create for leaders and organisations.For 25 years Dan Edds has been a practicing management consultant, working primarily with state & local government, healthcare, K-12 education, higher education, and nonprofits. He is the author of 2 books, the first, Transformation Management, and his most recent book, Leveraging the Genetics of Leadership, Cracking the code of sustainable team performance. His latest book looks at how organizations which consistently perform at very high-levels approach the practice of leadership. The result is a revolutionary new understanding of organizational leadership. An understanding that is unleashing the basic human capacities for creativity, problem solving, and innovation.You can get your own autographed copy of Dan's book at www.danieledds.com 

Known as a High Performance Leader, Ally is the Founder and head of Leadership Strategy at Made For More. She is also a host of the Made For More podcast, and International Radio Presenter. Ally has been working as a leader and with leaders for the past 15 years. Ally now works with leaders and partners with organisations to build their leadership capability, specifically around Courageous Conversations.

Meet Angel Ribo, known as The CEO Confidant, an Influencer, International TV Host, Public Speaker, CEO Consultant, Board Member, and Philanthropist. In the last 21 years, Angel has empowered more than 1,500 CEOs in 33 different countries. He was born near Barcelona, and he has lived in 8 countries and speaks 5 languages. Established Entrepreneurs and Corporate CEOs hire Angel to bridge the Gap Globally for Expansion and Exposure.  I like to think of Angel Ribo as our “Christmas Angel”.  His leadership path has taken him on a journey of giving, offering self esteem and entrepreneurial training to over 1500 children in Latin America.  If you have a quiet moment over this holiday season, give yourself the gift of listening in to this episode. Angel's story is sure to inspire you as you wrap up 2020 and look to 2021.

In this, quite profound, conversation with Catherine Bell we talk about self awareness, the Enneagram, technology addiction and finding a higher purpose. Don't listen unless you want to be inspired! 

Meet Leif Hansen, founder of Spark Transformation, who shares his playful tips for enlivening meetings and teams.Leif is the founder of Spark Interaction, has been an international speaker, team trainer, teacher & coach, supporting professionals in a variety of leadership topics for over two decades. His highly interactive & often playful events have been experienced by tens of thousands of participants, as well as featured on US national media such as NBC's Today Show and PBS MediaShift.

In this episode, we talk with Brenden Kumaraswamy, the 23-year-old coach who mastered the art of public speaking and founded MasterTalk to help others do the same. He shares his tips and tricks on storytelling and public speaking, and his inspiring philosophy on life and leadership.About Brenden: Brenden founded his YouTube channel MasterTalk to help the world master the art of public speaking and communication. He coaches purpose driven entrepreneurs on how to master their message and share their ideas with the world.

Meet leadership expert, author and podcast host, Zoe Routh, who specialises in "the people stuff" in a conversation that ranges from past and future generations, to cosmic consciousness and the nitty gritty of leading people.

Meet Wendy May, author of Regenerative Purpose as we talk with her about how she is redefining conversations around purpose in her stunning book and audiobook Regenerative Purpose.

In this episode we talk with Erin Young from The Sociocracy Consulting Group and discuss how leaders can incorporate sociocracy into governance processes for more robust, inclusive and effective decision-making. 

Meet Warrwa-Noongar woman Louise O'Reilly as we discuss Inclusive Leadership and learn how Louise's culture has influenced her own approach to leadership decision-making.

Welcome to the podcast! Meet Yollana Shore and learn the Why behind the Awakening Leadership Podcast.