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The Recruitment Leadership PodcastHuman First, Leader Second: Rethinking Modern Leadership with Cathleen O’Sullivan, Founder and Director at Cathleen Merkel LtdWelcome to the latest episode of the Recruitment Leadership Podcast, hosted by Alison Humphries.
We talk a lot about leadership in recruitment, but how often do we talk about what it means to lead like a human?
In this episode, Alison Humphries is joined by Cathleen O’Sullivan, Founder and Director at Cathleen Merkel Ltd, to explore what it really means to create a people-first culture in business, without losing performance, direction, or accountability.
Drawing on her experience as a leader in international retail and now as a lea...
2026-01-2247 min
Retro Movie RoundtableThe Parent Trap (1961)RMR 0341: Special Guests, Ainslie Caswell and Rebecca Davis, joins you host Dustin Melbardis for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit The Parent Trap (1961) [G]
Genre: Comedy, Family, Romance
Staring: Hayley Mills, Maureen O'Hara, Brian Keith, Charles Ruggles, Una Merkel, Leo G. Carroll, Joanna Barnes, Cathleen Nesbitt, Ruth McDevitt, Crahan Denton, Linda Watkins, Nancy Kulp, Frank De Vol
Directed by: David Swift
Recorded on 2025-10-18
2025-12-231h 40
The Legendary Leaders PodcastKate Grant – Listen to Your Inner Voice: Leading a Life of Impact Without ApologyWhat does it take to lead with both purpose and perseverance? In this episode of Legendary Leaders, host Cathleen O'Sullivan sits down with Kate Grant—CEO of the Fistula Foundation and author of No Woman Left Behind—whose remarkable journey from Madison Avenue to global health leadership reveals what can happen when compassion meets conviction. Kate shares how walking away from a thriving advertising career became the first step toward transforming the lives of more than 100,000 women suffering from obstetric fistula—a preventable childbirth injury that still affects over a million women in the world's most u...
2025-12-021h 23
The Legendary Leaders PodcastVincent Wanga - The Art of Creative LeadershipDo you ever feel like you're chasing status, promotions, or recognition only to arrive and still feel unfulfilled? What if leadership wasn't about control, but about creative direction and truly designing a life and career that excites you? In this inspiring episode of Legendary Leaders, host Cathleen sits down with Vincent Wanga, dynamic design thought leader, brand strategist, creative executive, and author of The Art of Direction. Vincent's story bridges cultures and continents: from a Kenyan childhood, to hustling through setbacks in America, to helping build a billion-dollar tech unicorn. Along the way, he's developed a...
2025-09-021h 23
The Legendary Leaders PodcastDoug Hall - Stopping the Stupid & Creating a Smarter WorkplaceHave you ever wondered why, no matter how big your ideas or how talented your team, you keep running into the same old obstacles at work? Today, in Legendary Leaders, Cathleen O'Sullivan, is talking to Doug Hall, renowned innovation expert, founder of Eureka Ranch and Brain Brew Distillery, and author of Proactive Problem Solving. Doug is on a mission to help leaders everywhere "stop the stupid" and restore real joy and creativity to the workplace. If you're tired of endless meetings, redundant tasks, and systems that just don't make sense, get ready. This episode is pac...
2025-08-191h 24
The Legendary Leaders PodcastWhy "Being a Cow" Taught Me the Best Leadership Lessons of My LifeHave you ever found yourself stuck in the cycle of trying to be the "perfect" leader (always switched on, always in control) only to end up burned out and disconnected? In this solo episode of Legendary Leaders, Cathleen O'Sullivan shares what happened when she finally let go of performing leadership and started showing up as herself. From moments of self-doubt to the awkward reality of what she calls being a "cow at work," Cathleen opens up about the pressures we put on ourselves to look like we've got it all together. She talks honestly about t...
2025-08-0519 min
Moriarty AudiosTú a Bostón y yo a California (David Swift 1961)Título original: The Parent Trap
Año: 1961
Duración: 124 min.
País: Estados Unidos
Dirección: David Swift
Guion: David Swift. Novela: Erich Kästner
Reparto:
Hayley Mills, Maureen O'Hara, Brian Keith, Charles Ruggles, Una Merkel, Leo G. Carroll, Joanna Barnes, Cathleen Nesbitt, John Mills
Música: Paul J. Smith
Fotografía: Lucien Ballard
Compañías: Walt Disney Productions
Género: Comedia | Cine familiar. Adaptaciones de Erich Kästner
Sinopsis:
Dos niñas gemelas, separadas por el divorcio de sus padres, se encuentran en un campamento de verano. Inicialmente no se percatan de su origen común, pero tras ser ambas cast...
2025-08-042h 01
The Legendary Leaders PodcastMichael Frantl - Building a Strong Workplace CultureGet ready for a thoughtful and down-to-earth conversation with our host, Cathleen O'Sullivan and guest is Michael Frantl, Global Lead for Culture, Engagement, and Performance Solutions at Novo Nordisk about what really shapes strong leadership and why culture matters more than ever. With a career that's taken him across the US, UK, and Scandinavia, Michael shares his real-world experience of building workplace cultures that go beyond posters and buzzwords. Together, they talk about leading with trust, creating space for belonging, and the small, everyday actions that bring values to life. Michael also reflects on the r...
2025-07-081h 11
The Legendary Leaders PodcastCathleen O'Sullivan - How Leaders Can Reclaim Space for Strategic Thinking and ReflectionAre you constantly busy? In this solo episode of Legendary Leaders, Cathleen O'Sullivan explores a powerful but often overlooked leadership principle: the importance of creating space. Drawing from her experience coaching leaders worldwide, Cathleen unpacks how stepping away from constant busyness and perfectionism can unlock greater clarity, impact, and presence. She introduces her signature SPACE method, offering practical ways to build in reflection, set boundaries, and lead with intention. A must-listen for anyone looking to lead with more focus, energy, and purpose, at work or at home. Episode Timeline: 00:00 Introduction ...
2025-06-2429 min
The Legendary Leaders PodcastClare Freshwater-Turner & Annabelle Richards - The Power of Job SharingIs leadership about going it alone, or could sharing the load lead to even greater success? In this episode of Legendary Leaders, host Cathleen O'Sullivan welcomes the dynamic duo Clare Freshwater-Turner and Annabelle Richards to explore how job sharing could be the key to enhanced leadership and personal fulfilment. Clare and Annabelle, senior managers in sustainable business at Lloyds Banking Group, have mastered the art of job sharing, proving that two heads can indeed be better than one. Join us to learn about the unique partnership they've built over nine years, sharing insights into how combining different strengths and...
2025-04-151h 09
The Legendary Leaders PodcastRachel McGill - Exploring Resilient LeadershipAre you merely enduring tough times, or are you truly thriving through them? In this episode of Legendary Leaders, army veteran and leadership expert Rachel McGill joins Cathleen to explore the nuanced art of resilience. Rachel unveils the clear difference between merely bouncing back and proactively moving forward. She shares her journey, from breaking a world record to creating Resilient Leaders Elements, a framework designed to help leaders like you build genuine resilience. Discover why true resilience is not about muscling through challenges but about adapting, making better decisions under pressure, and balancing control with adaptability. Tune in for...
2025-04-011h 22
The Legendary Leaders PodcastKeisha Hickson - Living Fully and Moving Beyond FearWhat if you stopped waiting for the right time and started living fully right now? In this episode of Legendary Leaders, Cathleen O'Sullivan welcomes the inspiring Keisha Hickson, a transformative thought leader and resilience advocate. Diagnosed with a rare incurable cancer multiple myeloma at a young age. Keisha's story isn't just about survival; it's about thriving and leaving a legacy on her own terms. She explores her experiences of overcoming fears and embracing authenticity daily, all while battling a rare incurable disease. Keisha also shares her insights on 'daring to change' and how to make bold changes and decisions...
2025-03-181h 04
The Legendary Leaders PodcastDr. Rana Al-Falaki - Leadership Beyond PerfectionismAre you living to work, or working to live? In this episode of Legendary Leaders, Dr. Rana Al-Falaki joins host Cathleen O'Sullivan to share her incredible journey from being a successful but stressed professional to finding true joy and authenticity. She opens up about overcoming trauma, breaking through unhealthy patterns, and discovering genuine self-love - all while building a thriving career helping others find balance and fulfilment. Dr. Al-Falaki explains the critical difference between "being" versus "doing". She reveals how understanding your unique stress response can transform your resilience, and offers you strategies for creating sustainable success without burnout...
2025-02-181h 25
The Legendary Leaders PodcastThomas Voigt - Leadership Lessons in Customer Engagement and GrowthAre you ready to transform your approach to customer success and discover how aligning your leadership with customer needs can drive sustainable growth? In this captivating conversation on Legendary Leaders, Cathleen O'Sullivan sits down with Thomas Voigt, founder of TV Consulting and the Customer Success Academy. Thomas shares his remarkable journey from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship. Tune in for an episode filled with inspirational insights and practical strategies for driving success and growth. Episode Timeline: 07:50 Struggled with solopreneurship, returned to employment at GWI for five years. 13:50 Learning from discomfort enhances leadership...
2025-02-111h 21
The Legendary Leaders PodcastKelly Mackin - Enhancing Well-being in the WorkplaceHow important is workplace well-being to you? Kelly Mackin, co-founder of the Motives Met platform and author of "Work Life Well Lived," joins Cathleen to talk about human-centred work environments. Kelly shares her understanding of unconscious commitments and the critical need to align our work motives with personal well-being. Drawing from her own challenges in toxic work environments and inspired by her mother's experiences as a pioneering female executive, Kelly emphasises that well-being is a right, not a privilege. Join us as we uncover the "No BS Solution" to workplace well-being, discuss the importance of psychological safety and emotional...
2024-12-241h 19
From Beneath the Hollywood Sign“WHEN CLASSIC FILM’S SUPPORTING ACTORS STEAL THE SHOW” (066)EPISODE 66 - “WHEN CLASSIC FILM’S SUPPORTING ACTORS STEAL THE SHOW” - 12/16/2024There is nothing quite like watching a film when suddenly a supporting character comes in and walks away with the film. (Think THELMA RITTER, S.Z. SAKALL, or GALE SONDERGAARD in almost every one of their films!) This week we are focusing on some of our favorite supporting charters who come in and snatch that scene right about from under the big stars. From JOANNA BARNES’ Gloria Upson declaring, “It was just ghastly!” in “Auntie Mame” to the impassioned monologue about love that BEAH RICHARD...
2024-12-1648 min
The Legendary Leaders PodcastAndy Brown - How to Recognise and Combat Emotional Overdraft in LeadershipImagine reclaiming 20% of your time every week—time you never knew you could have but desperately need. In this episode of Legendary Leaders, your host Cathleen and her guest, the insightful Andy Brown, explore the transformative power of effective delegation and the hidden costs of emotional overdraft. Andy, a seasoned business advisor and author of the bestseller Emotional Overdraft, shares his journey from corporate stress to meaningful change and the impactful lessons he learned along the way. Join us for a compelling conversation on recognising and addressing the invisible costs of leadership, and empowering yourself to delegate for a he...
2024-12-031h 16
The Legendary Leaders PodcastPeter Kingma - Why Financial Leadership and Building Trust with your Team is VitalWhy cash really is king. Cathleen O'Sullivan brings you a powerful conversation with expert author and partner at Ernst and Young, Peter Kingma. Sharing his expertise on cash flow management, the importance of trust and communication within teams, and how metrics and debt management play critical roles in business resilience. Together they explore the transformative impact of the pandemic on work dynamics and the flexible models it has ushered in. Peter shares insights from his book "Cash is King," highlighting essential strategies for managing cash flow, empowering teams, and making sound financial decisions. Tune in to hear practical tips...
2024-08-1359 min
The Legendary Leaders PodcastNick Shaw - From Grief to GrowthToday, we are sharing a deeply moving and insightful conversation with Cathleen and her guest Nick Shaw. In this episode, you're going to explore the power of meditation, the importance of mindfulness, and the delicate balance of authenticity and vulnerability in leadership. Nick shares his personal journey of finding purpose and healing after the devastating loss of his son, William. Through his story, you're invited to reflect on the small actions and meaningful conversations that can shape your path towards becoming a more intentional and present leader. Nick shares his struggles and triumphs, his commitment...
2024-05-211h 06
The Legendary Leaders PodcastCathleen O'Sullivan - Empathetic Leadership: Effective Communication & Conflict ResolutionIn today's episode, Cathleen discusses the critical role of direct communication and empathy in leadership. Drawing from her own experiences and interactions, she emphasises the need for open and honest communication that avoids causing harm. Empathy, she argues, is essential for understanding others' emotions and perspectives, leading to increased engagement and innovation in the workplace. She shares techniques for effective communication, conflict management, and fostering trust in the workplace. Listen to the episode to learn more about practical strategies for balancing directness and empathy in your communication. Listen here to learn more. Episode T...
2023-12-2439 min
The Legendary Leaders PodcastCathleen O'Sullivan - Building Confidence in Your Communication StyleSome may perceive confidence as being the loudest communicator in the room. In today's episode, Cathleen continues the topic of direct communication, with a focus on building confidence in your communication style. In Episode 132 of The Legendary Leaders Podcast, Cathleen talks about the nature of confidence, being self-aware, how to live in alignment, how you can become & remain a confident communicator, and how to stay calm and centred during challenging conversations. Ready to learn more? Episode Timeline: [03:35] What is confidence? [05:42] Self-awareness. [06:31] What are your top 3 strengths at...
2023-10-3126 min
The Legendary Leaders PodcastCathleen O'Sullivan (Merkel) - Overcoming Your Fears and ObstaclesWhen building a workplace culture, it is important to focus on limiting ambiguity, encouraging openness, and building trust. In today's episode, Cathleen continues the topic of direct communication, with a focus on overcoming our fears and obstacles by using direct and open communication. In this Episode 125 of The Legendary Leaders Podcast, Cathleen talks about the most common fears and obstacles that women face, expressing radical candour, and challenging negative feedback. She also shares what challenges people face when they avoid directness and openness, what to watch out for when we are being direct and open, a...
2023-08-2923 min
The Legendary Leaders PodcastHelen Philpot - How to Become a Bold, Yet Vulnerable, LeaderIn corporate settings, sometimes not conforming can be a good thing. Here, to talk about making bold decisions and the importance of human communication, is Helen Philpot. In this Episode 124 of The Legendary Leaders Podcast, Helen talks about how she manages to remain flexible and successful, the benefits of taking risks, and why a diverse CV may help further your career. She also shares about being conscious of our interactions with others, building equitable teams and workplaces, and knowing when it is time to go. Ready to learn more? Ep...
2023-08-221h 10
The Legendary Leaders PodcastClaudia T Miller - Finding Dream Jobs and SalariesIf you're looking at job applications, you're unsatisfied. Here, to talk about how to find the dream job and salary, is Claudia Miller. Claudia is a Career Coach, Workforce Development and DEI Champion, helping clients find fulfilling jobs within 90 days, with an income increase of up to 56%. In this Episode 114 of the LLP, Claudia talks about how to approach job applications, the value of job descriptions, and opening the tech industry to women. She also shares about negotiating salaries as women, treating interviewing like dating, and what to do when you're feeling unfulfilled.
2023-04-111h 10
Beyond the CrucibleCathleen Merkel -- She Chased Success But Longed for Significance, and Found It When She Met the "Real Cathy" -- #23Growing up in Communist East Germany, Cathleen Merkel was taught her value came from doing what others expected of her, working hard, and not upsetting the established order of things. Then the Berlin Wall fell, and she grew from a girl into a woman with dreams and passions of living a free and successful life. There was just one problem: the goals she pursued professionally and personally dead-ended a couple of times and didn't really fulfill her even when they were going well. So she took a deep look at herself, asked close friends to help her see where she'd...
2020-06-0955 minBeyond the CrucibleCathleen Merkel -- She Chased Success But Longed for Significance, and Found It When She Met the "Real Cathy" -- #23Growing up in Communist East Germany, Cathleen Merkel was taught her value came from doing what others expected of her, working hard, and not upsetting the established order of things. Then the Berlin Wall fell, and she grew from a girl into a woman with dreams and passions of living a free and successful life. There was just one problem: the goals she pursued professionally and personally dead-ended a couple of times and didn't really fulfill her even when they were going well. So she took a deep look at herself, asked close friends to help her see where she'd...
2020-06-0955 min
Passport Joy Travel Talk88: Cathleen Merkel Interview (Legendary Leaders)Cathleen Merkel aims to inspire her audience to take charge and create a fulfilling career and personal life without sacrificing their hard-earned success. I was recently interviewed on her podcast and it was a fun and energizing conversation so I wanted to share it with my audience. Main Topics Covered: Interview with Cathleen Merkel Links Mentioned in the Episode: Cathleen Merkel Legendary Leaders Podcast A full list of other interviews I have had. Season 3 of World Barber Shop Adventures is on Amazon Prime Looking for a Father’s Day gift for a...
2020-04-1743 min
Wealth Tactic RebelsHow to Build Wealth by Doing What You Love: A WTR Discussion With Cathleen MerkelIn today’s world, we’re always looking for things that will bring us an abundance of wealth. Often times though, some of us go into a field of work that we don’t really enjoy doing. Today, WTR welcomes Cathleen Merkel, who helps her clients find their purpose and live the life they really love. In this episode, join us as we discuss why it’s important to fix your mindset and respect your values in order to attract wealth and satisfaction with what it is you do for a living.Ingenious tactics to accumulate wealth, for peop...
2020-01-1133 min
Roman Prokopchuk's Digital Savage ExperienceEp #117 Interview With Cathleen Merkel Leadership & Mindset Coach - Roman Prokopchuk's Digital Savage Experience PodcastI got to interview Cathleen Merkel.
Cathleen Merkel is a passionate leadership & mindset coach, trainer, speaker and podcaster to be who turned her passion into her day-to-day work. Her purpose is to help people reconnect with their real self's - the person they truly are - so that they will feel more at ease and confident in everything they do and consequently more at ease in their interactions with others.
We got to speak about:
What Cathleen's journey has been like up to now.
What motivates here.
Weaknesses she's...
2019-10-0721 min