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Yellow Shelf PodcastCompassion: A Journey Through Love, Loss and Understanding of Mental Illness, author Hayden Fricke After 37 years of lived experience - and decades working in leadership and wellbeing author Hayden Fricke has written the book I’ve always needed to write. 📘 Compassion: A Journey Through Love, Loss and Understanding of Mental Illness is a deeply personal memoir. It’s the story of my family’s experience with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, addiction and suicide. But it’s more than that. This book is a call to rethink how we talk about mental illness—in our homes, our communities, and yes… in our workplaces. To connect with Hayden ... www.linkedin.com/in...
2025-07-2910 min
The Not Drinking Alcohol Today PodcastEmma Gilmour: Living AF, Parenting and Finding Calm in MidlifeWhen Emma Gilmour of Hope Rising Coaching joined us, she didn't just bring a big laugh (and that we did many of!) — she brought an open conversation about her recent autism diagnosis, raising neurodivergent children, perimenopause, giving up alcohol and finding calm in a chaotic world! Sigh... Emma is just awesome. We talk about parenting children who experience the world differently, how Emma's journey to sobriety unearthed her authentic introverted self, and the ways in which society's extroverted ideals can obscure our true natures. This heart-to-heart also spotlights the elephant in the room: the PTSD-like st...
2024-04-1342 min
Leadership and WellbeingReflections on Carolyn Creswell: Bringing Your Whole Self to WorkIn last week’s episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Carolyn Creswell, CEO of Carman’s. We delved into the fascinating world of purposeful leadership and self-awareness, exploring the concept of bringing the whole self to work. Today I’m breaking it down with you and talking about some of the evidence and the research behind the ideas we spoke on. I also share some practical tips to help you implement some of these ideas and enhance your own purposeful leadership.To start with, I discuss my thoughts around really understanding behaviour change themes. Carolyn spoke a fair...
2024-01-1420 minLeadership and WellbeingUsing Data to Drive Wellbeing with Carolyn CreswellI had the pleasure of sitting down with Carolyn Creswell, owner and CEO of Carman’s, one of Australia’s most successful food companies that specialises in breakfast foods and nutritional snacks. In this episode, we discuss the importance of using data to drive wellbeing and tracking our behaviour to help us make more informed choices. Carolyn emphasises the value of personalised medicine and the significance of taking care of ourselves, as it directly impacts our work, relationships and overall quality of life.At the age of only 18, Carolyn paid $1,000 for a small, handmade muesli business called Carma...
2024-01-0849 minLeadership and WellbeingReflections on LTGEN John Frewen: How to Recover From BurnoutWhen I sat down for an interview with Lieutenant General John Frewen, I had no idea the profound impact his story would have on me and my listeners. His willingness to share his personal experiences and the lessons he learned from them was truly humbling. In this episode, I want to go deeper into some of the key insights he shared and explore the research and evidence behind them. I also seek to provide practical tips for implementing these lessons and building new habits to support our well-being.John spoke about the importance of taking care of...
2023-12-2526 minLeadership and WellbeingWhy Knowing Yourself is Important with LTGEN John FrewenToday, I'm very excited to be interviewing a wonderful human being, Lieutenant General John Frewen. With more than four decades in the Australian Defence Force, John has an incredible story and a long history in key leadership roles. In this episode, John shares his thoughts around maintaining physical and mental wellbeing in high stress environments, and why knowing yourself is crucial to sustain great leadership. After graduating from the Royal Military College at Duntroon in 1986, John went on to command operations in Rwanda, the Solomon Islands and Afghanistan amongst others. He led troops from different countries Australia, N...
2023-12-1743 minLeadership and WellbeingReflections on Paul Lacy: How Self-Awareness Makes You a Better LeaderI really enjoyed last week’s episode with Paul Lacy, and appreciated how incredibly raw he was in sharing his insights and learnings from his leadership journey thus far. In this episode, I break down the key takeaways and practical tips from the conversation with Paul, shedding light on the importance of self-awareness, building high-performance teams and nurturing your wellbeing.Paul emphasised the significance of habits and the role of awareness in transforming them. We discussed the concept of catastrophizing, where many of us tend to blow issues out of proportion, leading to unnecessary stress. Paul's journey in...
2023-12-1017 minLeadership and WellbeingBeing a Resilient Leader with Paul LacyToday I'm very excited to be interviewing Paul Lacy, CEO and co-founder of Dream Life. Paul is most well known for his role as the co-founder and former managing director of retail giant Kikki K, a company he created with his life and business partner Kristina Karlsson. In this episode, Paul shares his journey through the incredibly challenging time of losing the business, and the work he did to bounce back and become a resilient leader for his team. In 1998, Paul and Kristina built up Kikki K from scratch to a global business with hundreds of stores a...
2023-12-0351 minLeadership and WellbeingReflections on Nick McDonald: Self Belief is Your SuperpowerIn last week’s episode, I had the honour of sitting down with Nick McDonald, CEO of Prestige Inhome Care. I so appreciated his authenticity as he opened up about the challenges he has faced in his career journey. Today I’m delving deeper into some of the concepts we discussed and highlight the power of cognitive psychology to improve our self belief as leaders.Nick's successful battle with imposter syndrome demonstrates the practical connection between changing our thought patterns and managing emotions. I dive into cognitive psychology's ABC model (Activating Event, Belief, Consequence), a practical tool for...
2023-11-2623 minLeadership and WellbeingUsing Cognitive Psychology to Understand Yourself with Nick McDonaldToday I sit down with Nick McDonald, the CEO of Prestige Inhome Care, to discuss the power of using cognitive psychology to understand yourself better as a leader. In our conversation, Nick shares his personal journey of growth and transformation, highlighting the challenges he faced in growing his business and the strategies he employed to overcome them. From battling imposter syndrome to finding balance in his personal and professional life, Nick's story serves as an inspiration for leaders seeking to enhance their own wellbeing and lead with purpose.One of the key themes that emerges from Nick's...
2023-11-1953 minLeadership and WellbeingReflections on Cadel Evans: Using Small Habits to Drive Big ChangeHow do you go from being an elite, world champion cyclist to leading a normal, balanced life once your career comes to an end? In our previous episode, I sat down with Cadel Evans to discuss life after professional cycling, and how using small habits can drive big change when moving forward. Today, I reflect on the insights Cadel shared and dive deeper into some of the models and frameworks around those key concepts. One of the essential themes that emerged during our discussion was the power of small habits. Cadel shared a story about how he i...
2023-11-1226 minLeadership and WellbeingBuilding a New Purpose with Cadel EvansI had the pleasure of speaking with Cadel Evans, former professional cyclist and winner of the prestigious Tour de France. While Cadel's incredible athletic achievements are well-known, I was interested in exploring his journey after retiring from professional cycling. In particular, I wanted to understand how he has been able to build a new purpose for his life while adopting a more sustainable approach to health and wellbeing. Cadel Evans is most well known for his 2001 Tour de France win as only one of three non-Europeans to have officially won the race. He's a four time Olympian a...
2023-11-0548 minLeadership and WellbeingReflections on Dr Liz Walker: From Surviving to ThrivingIn our previous episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Liz Walker, CEO of RSPCA Victoria. We discussed her journey as a successful CEO and her ability to balance the various aspects of life whilst seeking to maintain wellbeing. Today, I reflect on our conversation and share my thoughts on the key insights she had to offer, including the strategies that take her from merely surviving, to thriving as a leader. An important topic Liz and I discussed was the concept of achieving more by doing less, an idea presented by Tiffany Dufu in her book...
2023-10-3019 minLeadership and WellbeingFinding Balance in Leadership with Dr Liz WalkerToday I’m thrilled to be joined by Dr. Liz Walker, CEO of RSPCA Victoria, to talk about the importance of finding balance in leadership. With over eight years of experience leading Australia's oldest and most recognisable animal welfare charity, Liz has faced numerous challenges while striving to create a high-performance culture. She shares how she has navigated challenges in her personal life while leading her team to success, and the strategies she has employed to balance her role as a CEO with her own wellbeing.Liz holds a Bachelor of Veterinary Science from the University of Me...
2023-10-2639 minLeadership and WellbeingReflections on Nick Yap: The Power of Cognitive Psychology to Enhance Your Leadership SkillsI was truly fascinated by my conversation with Nick Yap in our previous episode, and today I’m sharing some evidence and research to explore further the valuable concepts that were discussed. I also dive deeper into discussing how cognitive psychology is a powerful tool in enhancing your skills and wellbeing as a leader. Nick is the CEO of ComfortDelGro, one of the largest transport companies in the world. No stranger to experiencing issues such as impostor syndrome, anxiety and self-doubt, Nick was incredibly vulnerable in our chat about his path to growth and success as a hi...
2023-10-2020 minLeadership and WellbeingAre We All Just Faking It? Discussing Impostor Syndrome with Nick YapThough typically, leaders are expected to be strong, tough and confident, many actually suffer from impostor syndrome. This can produce a lot of anxiety and negatively impact one’s ability to lead effectively. Our guest on the podcast today, Nick Yap, is no stranger to this issue and as CEO of ComfortDelGro Australia, he understands the importance of prioritising his wellbeing as he leads a high-performance team of over 4,000 people.With a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in economics, accounting and law, Singapore-born Nick has been a part of ComfortDelGro for almost 30 years. Rising through the ranks to...
2023-10-1940 minLeadership and WellbeingWhy Wellbeing is Important for LeadersI very much believe in the sentiment that you can’t effectively help others if you can’t help yourself. This is particularly true for leaders, where the wide variety of stressors they face in order to manage a team can cause overwhelm and in some cases, burnout. Today, I’m discussing why wellbeing is important for leaders and the impact it can have on their lives and ability to lead.Research demonstrates an intricate relationship between personal wellbeing and leadership success. This includes physical, mental and emotional factors that can either hinder or enhance leadership performance. In thi...
2023-10-1832 minLeadership and WellbeingOptimising Mind & Body Wellbeing with Oliver HornWelcome to the very first episode of the Leadership and Wellbeing podcast. I’m excited to begin sharing the stories, interviews and research that I’ve gathered over the years to help support your journey in leadership, performance and wellbeing. In today's fast-paced and competitive business world, effective leadership and personal wellbeing are crucial for success. But what does it take to be a great leader and maintain a healthy work-life balance? Today, I’m joined by Oliver Horn, CEO and Managing Director of Nutra Organics, who shares his insights on optimising mind and body wellbeing to become...
2023-10-1739 minLeadership and WellbeingTrailer episode - Hayden Fricke's StoryWelcome to Leadership and Wellbeing. I’m your host, Hayden Fricke, and in this podcast we'll dive deep into the realms of leadership, performance, and well-being, sharing stories, research, and interviews that I've gathered throughout my three-decade journey in these fields. If you're keen on discovering the secrets to long-term success while nurturing your well-being, then this is a podcast for you.But before we get into all that, I want to start by sharing my own story with you—my journey from a young tennis professional to an organisational psychologist who is passionate about helping leaders and...
2023-10-1614 min
Psych Health and Safety PodcastProtecting leader mental health - with Hayden FrickeIn this episode, Australian hosts Jason and Joelle chat with Hayden Fricke, organisational psychologist, Managing Director at Steople, and Chair of the Australian College of Organisational Psychologists. Hayden shares his observations about why leaders often struggle to care for their own mental health, and offers suggestions and strategies to help leaders who may not be in a position to change the systems of work impacting the mental health of their employees and themselves.
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2023-09-1151 min
Your Dream Life with Kristina Karlsson#149 – Put Your Own Oxygen Mask On First! with Hayden FrickeHello and welcome back!One Dream I feel we must all have on our long list of Dreams is to be as healthy and well as we can be.In practice what this looks like will be different for everyone, but what I know for sure is that the healthier you are - and the better your sense of wellness - the more energy you have to live your best life and to make more of your Dreams come true.And we all know...
2022-11-1052 min
RelyOn podcastWorkplace incivility with Hayden FrickeHost, Nathan Luker, talks to organisational psychologist and Managing Director of Steople, Hayden Fricke, about incivility in the workplace and how it affects psychological safety.
2022-09-0129 min
Life UntangledHayden Fricke - Part 3 - His new book "Leaders do you have your S%$t together?"Join Professor Jane Burns as she sits down with Hayden Fricke to talk about his new book.Check out Hayden on Linkedin here
2022-08-2306 minLife UntangledHayden Fricke - Part 1 - The 4 elements of wellbeingOn this episode Jane Burns sits down with Managing Director of Steople, Hayden Fricke.From an early career in professional tennis, to coaching the world's top leaders, this first episode shares Hayden's passion for the 4 key elements of wellbeing.Psychological wellbeingSocial wellbeingEmotional wellbeingPhysical wellbeingEnjoy part 1 with Jane & HaydenEpisode HighlightsWhat is a day in my life?0:28-0:47Changing Habits is hard01:34-1:49Separating life and work?
2022-08-2327 minLife UntangledHayden Fricke - Part 2 - breaking down psychological safetyOn this episode Jane Burns sits down with Managing Director of Steople, Hayden Fricke.From an early career in professional tennis, to coaching the world's top leaders, this first episode shares Hayden's passion for the 4 key elements of wellbeing.Psychological wellbeingSocial wellbeingEmotional wellbeingPhysical wellbeingEnjoy part 2 with Jane & Haydenlisten to the episode hereEpisode Highlights - Hayden Fricke Psychological safetyWhat is psychological safety?0:28-01:00Leaders influencing culture01:05...
2022-08-2322 min