podcast
Inspirational, honest and insightful stories and conversations from courageous leaders

The Courageous Leaders Club podcast aims to inspire leaders to step into their courageous zone, be the leader they know they can be and discover the mindset skills and behaviours to take their leadership to the next level.
So listen in, get inspired on how you can grow your leadership impact. Leave a legacy you can be proud of, and build an environment for future leaders to thrive.
episodes

075: Patrick Marr: Insights from sports that can speed up your decision making
Today we explore the impact of four distinct leadership styles on team performance and why a balance of all is crucial for success. We also look at how some sport insights can accelerate your decision making in teams and leadership space. Patrick highlights the challenge of self-perception for leaders and stresses the value of mentorship as a reflective tool. Key takeaways include: character development, diverse leadership styles, self-awareness, and enhancing team unity for superior performance.

074: Joyce Idoniboye: The impact of micro-aggression in the workplace
Leaders must advocate for their beliefs, even during tough times due to their influential positions. Joyce discusses the importance of authenticity and resilience in leadership, highlighting key takeaways: the strength of others’ belief in you, addressing workplace micro-aggressions, and the endurance required for success.

073: Peter Moody: Looking after your Energy and Mental Health as a Leader
Discover the importance of fostering a safe space for experimentation in our team and embracing risk for growth. Peter’s personal journey highlights the significance of preserving our energy and being open about mental health struggles. Key insights include: ending leadership hypocrisy, incremental progress, and lessons from Peter’s 16-year experience in Japan.

072: Victoria Day: Leaning Into Vulnerability for Increased Happiness and Productivity for the Whole Team
Discover the power of leadership transformation in our discussion. Learn why we must cease condoning misbehavior from skilled individuals and consistently treat junior team members with kindness. Explore the value of leader vulnerability, fostering a secure space for authenticity and innovation. Addressed are: vulnerability’s significance in an industry valuing toughness, challenges faced by mothers in leadership, and actionable steps for impactful change.

071: Efrain Ayala: Embrace Authenticity and Drive Change
Explore the journey of embracing authenticity at work, regardless of the time it requires, for a truly empowering experience. Efrain discusses the pivotal role of clear vision in driving change and reveals that understanding the underlying ‘game’ is key to influencing change. Takeaways: mastering adaptation as an ‘other’, unleashing leadership through empowerment, and practicing patience in nurturing growth.

070: Jessica Tamsedge: The Reality Behind Keeping it Together as a Leader
Join us for a discussion on the courage required to lead your team through uncertainty, fostering trust in collective problem-solving. Our guest also emphasizes transparent leadership’s impact on diverse, large teams, contributing to overall success. Key takeaways include maintaining composure amidst challenges, addressing complexities in female leadership, and confidently embracing more senior roles.

069: Jonny Spindler: The Confidence to Get In the Room That You Want to Be In
Join our conversation about navigating leadership’s dynamic waves! We examine the energy and support needed to ride these waves and fuel team growth. Motivation and being in impactful conversations for leadership growth are also explored. Noteworthy points cover conquering fear in leadership, rallying others during transformative moments, and mastering energy dynamics for effective collaboration.

068: Nazia Du Bois: The truth is your power
In this episode, we explore embracing leadership authenticity, even when uncomfortable. Nazia highlights truth-telling with self-awareness for the team’s sake. We also cover the downsides of perfectionist culture on teams. Notable points include presence and absence in communities, ethical AI, favoring long-term results, and impactful leadership language.

067: Lucas Bergmans: Leadership During Rapid Growth and Fast Downturns
Join us as Lucas shares his thoughts on how keeping your vision and values at the front of everything you do will help retain the culture of your team during periods of rapid growth. Lucas also explores why embracing imposter syndrome instead of running from it can help you grow as an individual and leader.

066: Rebecca Bezzina: Working For Your Team as a Leader, Not the Other Way Around
Listen as we explore the authenticity needed in leadership and the non-negotiables that allow Rebecca to show up 100% as a leader for her team. Rebecca also shares her unique view on why she is the one working for her team, not the other way around. She believes that to be successful, you have to create environments where people work with you, not for you and it has been central to her approach to leadership.
