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Leanne on Demand Daily with Leanne Hughes🌴 8. The two-ticket connection strategyToday, I want to share an insightful idea that stuck with me from a Christmas lunch in 2023, hosted by my friend Kate Peardon. At this gathering, I chatted with Nicole Dyson, an inspiring figure in education and innovation. She suggested a brilliant strategy for enhancing relationships: whenever you're interested in an event, just buy two tickets and decide who to invite later. This proactive approach can really help in making those catch-ups happen, whether it's a concert, stand-up comedy, or a show. It even...
2025-01-0705 min
The Business of Personal Brand PhotographyCLIENT SPOTLIGHT : Kate Peardon on Why High-Performing Clients Keep Coming BackHave you ever found yourself wondering how to create a photoshoot experience that clients rave about and want to come back for? Or maybe you've heard clients say they feel unsure about what kind of images they need for their brand, and you’re left trying to fill in the blanks. In this episode, I dive into how we can elevate our client experiences, creating photoshoots that not only meet but exceed their branding needs and expectations.Join me as I chat with Kate, a returning client, who’s experienced the transformation personal brand...
2024-10-2836 min
Level Up LeadershipGood news is bad news delivered early, with Tech Exec Brett WiskarNo one likes bad news, but as a leader, it’s your responsibility to get ahead of it. When Brett Wiskar said during our interview, "Good news is bad news delivered early," it really resonated. Surprises are rarely welcome, and as leaders, it's our job not only to manage them but to stay ahead of them.In this candid episode, I chat with Brett, a seasoned tech executive, about his rollercoaster leadership journey. Tune in to hear three impactful leadership lessons that have reshaped his approach—and could very well change yours too.I’m saving...
2024-10-2142 min
That Voice Podcast220. Speaking + Leadership Lessons from Improv with Kate Peardon What will a serious health scare and improvised theatre teach you about speaking and leadership?
In this episode Leadership expert Kate Peardon tells us!
Lessons like ...
- Be in the moment
- Listen to understand not respond
- Control is not the answer
Kate also shares really practical tips to improve your communication as a leader and speaker.
Connect with us on instagram @thatvoicepodcast @sallyprosservoice @zenithjourney
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2024-10-2019 minLevel Up LeadershipLeadership Styles Explained: Find Out How You LeadToday's episode is talking about what I believe is the most important first step in leadership - knowing your leadership style. Whether you're an aspiring leader, a new leader, someone who's been at it for a while or an absolute seasoned pro, you need to know what your natural leadership style is. So why is this important? Â Your leadership style is happening, whether you know about it or not. If you think about gravity, you do not need to know what gravity is to know that if you drop a pen, it will hit the ground. It's the same w...
2024-10-0712 min
Level Up LeadershipBuilding an Engaged Team, Virtually, with Brianna Ansaldo of Bamby MediaDo you get the best from your team? Guest Brianna Ansaldo is CEO of Australia's largest independent podcast production agency in Australia, and has a completely virtual team. When I started this podcast two years ago, I clicked immediately with Brianna but also knew that after the onboarding I'd be working with the team not Brianna directly. Here's the fascinating bit - her team was just as great to work with. So what was it about her leadership that was creating such a great environment for the team and clients to be thriving?...
2024-08-0547 min
Level Up LeadershipLeading an international team with Emilia SimoninIn 2010 podcast host Kate Peardon met fellow Australian Emilia Simonin in an MBA classroom in Paris. Throughout the years they've shared their journey across a number of countries and through corporate leadership, and today Emilia is the Global Market and Business Intelligence Director at L'Oreal, in Paris. Today's episode interviews Emilia on her three key leadership lessons on her experience leading cross-cultural teams, and how each has shaped her journey from an Australian working in marketing in Sydney, to international director in Paris. Her lessons include:It's all about people, no matter who or where you're le...
2024-07-0226 min
Level Up LeadershipLeading an international team with Emilia SimoninIn 2010 podcast host Kate Peardon met fellow Australian Emilia Simonin in an MBA classroom in Paris. Throughout the years they've shared their journey across a number of countries and through corporate leadership, and today Emilia is the Global Market and Business Intelligence Director at L'Oreal, in Paris. Today's episode interviews Emilia on her three key leadership lessons on her experience leading cross-cultural teams, and how each has shaped her journey from an Australian working in marketing in Sydney, to international director in Paris. Her lessons include:It's all about people, no matter who or where you're lea...
2024-05-1626 min
Level Up LeadershipFrom Dancer to CEO: Claire O'Shea's journey to build a thriving dance businessJoin Claire O'Shea on her journey from young dancer to Dance Energy Studios founder, podcast producer, and business mentor. At just 19 she started her first dance studio and in this interview she shares insights on scaling her studio, building the right team, and navigating leadership in the arts. Learn about her transition from dance teacher (the person with the technical skill) to the CEO, leading a number of businesses, being the strategic manager, mastering delegation and balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship. We loved learning about how Claire's leadership style shapes her studio's culture, even when she's not in...
2024-04-1851 minLevel Up LeadershipNavigating Leadership WatersIf you've got a problem at work, is it:a) youb) other peoplec) the environmentd) all of the above.Have you ever changed jobs, only to find the issue still exists in your new job? This is a definite sign that you thought it was (C - the environment) but it was actually (A - you). So how do you figure out the cause of the issue before making big changes? In this episode I use a metaphor from Positive Psychology called the Sailboat (I also referenced this t...
2024-03-1313 min
Level Up LeadershipLeadership Resilience: Navigating Burnout and Driving Organisational Change, with Liz BradfordHave you experienced burnout, or know some who has? Today's guest is the remarkable Liz Bradford, a seasoned leader with 20 years of diverse experience, currently serving as the Managing Director of Wholesale Banking at HSBC Asia in Hong Kong and the CEO of Transform Perform. Liz shares candidly about her defining moment in leadership, experiencing burnout not once, but 1.5 times, and the crucial lessons learned from those experiences.Liz emphasizes the importance of embracing discomfort, holding tough conversations, and building resilience, both as an individual leader and within the organizational culture. Our conversation delves into the complexities...
2024-02-1925 min
Level Up LeadershipManaging Business Growth and Transitions: Insights from Lauren Fraser, Thea MediaWhen challenges arise, the wise prioritise over powering through. Lauren Fraser, founder of Thea Media, challenges the conventional wisdom that toughness is the only answer. Join us as we delve into her entrepreneurial journey—from navigating chronic fatigue to building a thriving digital marketing agency that values balance and well-being. Lauren's honest account is not just a success story; it's a blueprint for sustainable growth that doesn't sacrifice personal health for professional gain.Have you ever wondered what the aftermath of a business acquisition looks like from the inside? Lauren Fraser offers a rare glimpse into the del...
2024-01-3135 min
Level Up LeadershipThe Art of Authentic Team Building with Sparo Studios' Visionary, Emma SparrowEver dreamt of ditching your corporate gig to start your own creative agency? Emma, the brains behind Sparo Studios, did just that. Join us as we unravel Emma's journey from her childhood in prairies in Canada, to the bustling corporate world of Sydney, Australia to founding a thriving design agency. This isn't just a story of entrepreneurial courage—it's a playbook for leaders who want to steer their teams with authenticity and shared values.The highlights of our conversation include Emma's honesty about three of her key leadership lessons:1. What made her grow from a "terrible bo...
2024-01-2326 min
Level Up LeadershipLead with Confidence - How your clothes can transform your confidence in your job and life, with Anna from Anna Mabin StylingEver thought about how a wardrobe refresh could actually kickstart a positive shift in your life? Today I'm sharing my recent experiences with virtual stylist Anna from Anna Mabin Styling. Life threw me a series of curveballs, from health scares to the joys of new motherhood, and my closet was in desperate need of a revamp.In this chat, Anna breaks down why people turn to stylists during big life moments like post-maternity or career transitions. We dive into the overwhelming world of fashion choices and how a stylist can simplify it and help give you an a...
2024-01-1628 minLevel Up LeadershipMotivation Recharge: Overcoming Procrastination and Getting Back on TrackLow Motivation and Procrastination can be really great mates, particularly in my case. I always picture them sitting at a bar together and Motivation says, "Okay, it's probably time to do something." And Procrastination says, "Well, we could, let's just have one more drink."Today’s episode focuses on my recent dip in motivation and the science on how to get unstuck. Join me in learning three tips to bust a dip in motivation - the Motivation Myth, How to start (when you don’t feel like it), and task size. After you listen to this...
2023-12-0610 minLevel Up LeadershipThe Next Generation of Leaders with Nicole DysonIn today's world, the concept of career paths has transformed drastically. No longer is the question merely, what do you want to be when you grow up? Because the average 12 year old today will have 17 different jobs over five different careers. Back when I was at school, I had no idea that a profession like mine even existed.This episode interviews Nicole Dyson from “Future Anything”. She's an accomplished educator and entrepreneur who has numerous awards and is a recognized authority on youth entrepreneurship and is the perfect individual to discuss the future of leadership. We discuss what...
2023-10-1736 minLevel Up LeadershipBuilding Strong Teams: Interview Questions for Leaders (part 2)In my business journey, spanning from human resources roles to executive leadership, entrepreneurship and consulting, I've honed the elusive art of interviewing. It's been a bit like discovering a superpower, useful not only for recruiting but also for everyday life. Picture this: my first interviews were more nerve-wracking than a rollercoaster ride. So, in today's podcast, I'm dishing out a game-changing interview framework. We'll explore three crucial sections: the job, the person, and the company. Plus, some of my favourite bonus questions to ask. This is the second part of a two-part series tailor-made for all you l...
2023-10-0207 minLevel Up LeadershipBuilding Strong Teams: Interview Tips for Leaders (part 1)Today's show is a double whammy, a two-part series tailor-made for all you leaders out there, whether you're steering the ship in a big corporation or you're the captain of your own startup. We're diving headfirst into the wild world of interviews, and trust me, it's not just about asking "Tell me about your strengths and weaknesses." Nope, we're going full Jedi mode here.In part one, we're going to prep you for creating a top-notch interview atmosphere, even if you’re not experienced at interviewing. My five top tips include how to prepare ahead of time, th...
2023-09-2507 minLevel Up LeadershipHow Grown-Ups Grow Up: Exploring Vertical Development with Dr. Alis AnagnostakiWelcome to today's leadership podcast episode, which marks the beginning of our exciting leadership interview series. In this series, we will be diving deep into the world of leadership by talking to leaders and specialists to shed light on the multifaceted concept of leadership.Our first guest is none other than Dr. Alis Anagnostakis. Alis and I crossed paths in Spain and have collaborated on various projects throughout the years. Her expertise lies in the realm of Vertical Development, which essentially delves into how adults continue to "grow up" personally and professionally.Here are some...
2023-09-0651 min
AM Chamber ChatsEpisode #3 – Leadership Series: 4 Components to Creating & Leading Your Team & BusinessAM Chamber Chats is hosted by Amanda Mulcahy and is a production of the Helena Area Chamber of Commerce, sponsored by Ryan Stavnes of EXIT Realty Helena.Kicking off our Leadership Series is Jill Steeley, Director of Network Management at Blue Cross Blue Shield Montana and she is also a FQHC Executive Leadership Coach. As former CEO of PureView Health Center, Jill has had years of experience as a leader while building a team and growing business. She talks about 4 main components to being an effective leader in this episode.Mentioned:Extreme Ownership...
2023-08-2823 minLevel Up LeadershipFrom Fridge Fiasco to Delegation DelightEver feel like you're stuck dealing with those mind-numbing, everyday tasks that almost drive you to pull your hair out? Oh boy, I've been there too. Just the other day, I had this whole drama with the fridge at one of my investment properties. It just decided to throw in the towel, and guess who had to scramble to find a replacement? Yep, yours truly. Talk about a major headache!And it's not just property woes—these pesky little things pop up at work too. You know the kind of stuff that doesn't really tap in...
2023-08-2803 minLevel Up LeadershipCaffeinated Leadership: Energising Underperformers (instead of firing them)A delightful tale of my coffee machine woes and how professional tweaks can work wonders for your team.Imagine me, sipping my morning elixir, when I realize it doesn't taste heavenly anymore. Panic sets in—are my taste buds betraying me? Have I become immune to caffeine? But then, it hits me like a caffeine rush—I've got a coffee machine emergency! Instead of splurging on a new machine, I decided to give my faithful companion one last shot. Off it goes to the coffee machine spa, and lo and behold, it comes back brew...
2023-08-2106 minLevel Up LeadershipThat time I made my team member cryAn embarrassing story of my time as a new manager. Even as I’m recording it I can’t believe I’m sharing it with you. I was in my early twenties, I was confident and competent, but on the inside I was worried that they might notice that I'd never led a team before, and would I be good enough? As a new leader, I thought it was my duty to deliver hard feedback. I thought tough love was the way to go, even when facing real challenges, because I believed honesty was what every team member...
2023-08-1703 minLevel Up LeadershipLosing my mars bars in PatagoniaI'm whisking you away (mentally!) to the awe-inspiring landscapes of Patagonia. Picture this: snow-capped peaks, icy blue lakes, and winds fierce enough to unseat a politician's toupee. Back in November 2019, I embarked on a thrilling hiking expedition through this wild wonderland. But Patagonia became more than a physical challenge; it became a masterclass in giving and receiving feedback.I vividly recall a moment when, struggling up a steep slope, a fellow hiker named Gary yelled, "Hey, buddy, your backpack's unzipped!" I had a choice: brush it off or embrace it. I chose the latter...
2023-08-0703 minLevel Up LeadershipLessons from my strokeFive years have passed since my Vertebral Artery Dissection and Minor Stroke, marking a significant milestone in my journey. While lying in the hospital bed, I set an audacious goal for myself—to complete another half-ironman triathlon in just six months. However, the reality of my condition quickly set in. Simple tasks like walking down a corridor or making a sandwich became monumental challenges. My usual activities, such as coaching CEOs, cycling, facilitating workshops, and playing the piano, were suddenly out of reach. It was a tough pill to swallow, and the disappointment in not achieving my unrealistic goal wa...
2023-07-3104 minLevel Up LeadershipThe Feedback FormulaI absolutely love travelling and have been fortunate enough to visit 38 countries and counting. Currently, I'm on an exciting adventure, but this time, there's a twist – I'm travelling with my five-month-old baby, Alba. It's a whole new experience that both excites and makes me nervous. I want her to grow up exploring the world, just like me, with a passion for continuous learning.Interestingly, being a leader and giving feedback share the same mix of scary-meets-exciting feelings. Like a nervous flyer going through airport security, the idea of giving feedback can be intimidating. You wa...
2023-07-2402 minLevel Up LeadershipFlipping the to-do listWe often get caught up in the never-ending to-do list frenzy without stopping to ask ourselves if the work actually aligns with our goals. Being busy doesn't automatically mean we're being productive. Trust me, I've learned this the hard way, and so have my clientsSo, how do we escape this productivity quicksand? It's time to flip the conversation and approach things differently. I'm here to guide you through a three-step action plan, which is part of the Delegation Playbook. If you're craving even more leadership wisdom, consider checking o...
2023-07-1706 minLevel Up LeadershipBusiness on the go: European Edition!I'm excited to share my upcoming journey to Europe with my husband and our five-month-old daughter. Over the next six weeks, while my husband takes parental leave, I'll be working remotely and exploring new places during the European summer. To ensure a smooth operation for my business while I'm away, I've implemented five key strategies. First, delegation plays a crucial role, and I've entrusted my team to handle tasks while maintaining client communication. Second, relying on automatic workflows for routine activities, leveraging technology to streamline processes. Third, navigating time zone differences using Calendly for client bookings and c...
2023-07-1007 minLevel Up LeadershipBalancing Business and Motherhood: The Half-Year Wrap UpJoin Kate as she takes a thoughtful journey through the first six months of 2023, evaluating the highs and lows in both her professional and personal life. In this candid and introspective review, Kate reflects on her goals, the transformative experience of becoming a new mum, and the impact it had on her business while on maternity leave.With refreshing honesty, Kate delves into the triumphs and challenges she faced during this period, sharing the moments that exceeded her expectations and those that didn't quite go as planned. With a keen eye for growth and improvement, Kate discusses t...
2023-07-0308 minLevel Up LeadershipMastering the Art of FeedbackAre you tired of avoiding those dreaded feedback conversations like they're a swarm of angry bees? Well, fear not! In this podcast episode, we dive deep into the world of feedback to help you become a confident and effective feedback giver.Feedback isn't just about formal performance conversations or receiving grades on tests. It can take various forms, such as verbal or written communication, body language, and more. We debunk common feedback myths and share real-life examples of both good and bad feedback scenarios, allowing you to learn from others' experiences.But that's not all...
2023-06-1209 minLevel Up LeadershipLessons from a French Chef on DelegatingThe year is 2010 and I decided to quit my high paying corporate job and move to Paris. I was studying an MBA and curious to see the cultural differences and similarities in leadership. This episode shares a story of one night I experienced in Paris watching a french kitchen.I’ll share two delegation lessons from that night, and how you can apply in your own workplaceLinksBuy the Delegation Playbook www.zenithjourney.com/playbook Solo to CEO waitlist https://www...
2023-06-0507 minLevel Up LeadershipSteps to overcome Imposter SyndromeDo you ever feel like a fraud at work? Do you doubt your success despite years of experience? You might be suffering from imposter syndrome, and you are not alone. Tom Hanks, Sheryl Sandberg, and Maya Angelou also experienced it. But how can you overcome it? In this episode, we explore the first steps to conquer imposter syndrome. We discuss how awareness is the first step in the AAA model, and we reveal the five types of imposter syndrome. Join us in our upcoming free webinar on imposter syndrome to learn how to recognise and overcome it.
2023-05-1006 minLevel Up LeadershipSuffering from Imposter Syndrome?Have you ever had the feeling of inadequacy, not deserving your achievements, of being a fraud and worry you'll get found out? This is called Imposter Syndrome. It is a common experience, whether you're a new leader, solopreneur, senior manager, or a C-suite business leader. Whether you're just starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, Imposter Syndrome does not discriminate.In this podcast episode, Kate talks about Imposter Syndrome and the five different types that people can experience. She explains how Imposter Syndrome can manifest in one's career, including avoiding participation in...
2023-05-0311 minLevel Up Leadership5 CEOs, 1 Habit: the key to leadership successSUMMARY:Â One key action I talk to all my clients about from new leaders, seasoned leaders, small business owners and corporate execs, is the idea of a CEO session. Now, this is not about the title of CEO, it's about a CEO mindset. In today's podcast episode, I'm going to talk about my own CEO sessions, three examples of some small business CEOs and how they run theirs, a couple of examples from corporate executives, and three simple things you can do to step into the leader or CEO mindset.Links
2023-02-0610 minLevel Up LeadershipTask Master: Strategies for Staying on Top of Your Team's To-Dos (without micromanaging)Earlier this month, (hopefully) you set goals for the year—including mapping out delegating tasks to make it happen. Maybe you’ve run into a common problem that so many of my clients end up in: How do you keep track of who’s doing what? You got so good at getting things off your plate that you created a new challenge for yourself to navigate. This means you’re doing it right! If you’re anything like my clients, you’ll want to know how to stay on top of your team’s to-dos (without...
2023-01-3007 minLevel Up LeadershipExpect the exceptional: a board game-inspired guide to setting expectations in the workplaceMonopoly is one of those games where everyone has slightly different rules. All of a sudden you were playing with someone and a new rule would come out of the blue and your strategy just went out the window. One of the keys to leadership is about setting expectations early, clearly and often. So no one feels blindsided or wants to flip the board game. In this episode, I share three tips for setting expectations with your team and three ways to set expectations for yourself. LinksBuy the Delegation P...
2023-01-2309 minLevel Up LeadershipSigns of a Micromanager (is it you?)Micromanaging is a task that many new emerging leaders and even seasoned leaders are guilty of committing. Officially it's the management style where a leader, excessively supervisors their employees. Maybe you think you’re just actively managing your team (but the team are rolling their eyes because they feel completely micromanaged). How do you know if you’re micromanaging? In this episode, you’ll hear my own experiences as a A1 micromanager (embarrassing but true), solid examples of what micromanaging is, and what you can apply today to be a more constructive leader. LinksGet acce...
2023-01-1612 minLevel Up LeadershipReassessing your business structure to suit your life goalsWhen we come into a new year we can't help but reassess. Do I want this year to be like last year? What do I want to be different? One of the popular episodes from 2022 Level Up Leadership podcast was episode 9, all about the three different models we can design our business by, Solo Hero and Agency.I'm recasting this episode at this time of year because people might be thinking about their business model - do I want to start my own business? Or hire some staff behind the scenes? Or building an agency?. Today’s ep...
2023-01-0909 minLevel Up LeadershipMy Year Compass - closing 2022 and opening 2023I'm going to take you through my exact reflection and projection end-of-year process I've done for the last four years to close the year, and open the new one. Find out what I’m proud of, my word of year, what I would name the book (or movie!) about my 2022 year, and how you can do your own Year Compass reflection with a free template.LinksGet the free template for Year Compass: https://yearcompass.com/Get access to the free “Time to Hire” mini-course www.zenithjourney.com/timetohire Buy the Delegation Playbook https://campus.zenithjourney.com/pla...
2023-01-0208 minLevel Up LeadershipThe 'Clean Slate' MethodWhat if in 2023, you could take things OFF your plate, instead of adding them ON? Last week on the podcast I spoke about mindset shifts, one which was about working smarter, not harder, and today's episode is all about the "clean slate" method. Most people start the new year with a lengthy list of things that they have to or want to do. Today, I challenge you to start your new year by making your list shorter. With inspiration from Seinfeld’s George Costanza, and Marie Kondo from “The Art of Tidying Up”, I’ll share the three questions, and the...
2022-12-2605 minLevel Up LeadershipTop 4 mindset shifts to carry into 2023When people go into the new year, often, the conversation is about new year's resolutions. I'm not a big fan of new year's resolutions, but I do have a couple of mindset shifts that I want to share today that you might like to carry with you through the holidays and into 2023. The first thing is share a story and then we'll follow it by four different mindset shifts that you might choose one, two, or all of them to implement, and if you tuned in last week, you know there's something extra special at the end of today's...
2022-12-1908 minLevel Up LeadershipSetting better boundaries with your team and clientsOne thing that I pride myself on is helping others. But do you know what that is really bad for? Boundaries. If this resonates with you, then join me to learn how to set better boundaries with your team and clients, especially around the holidays. We’ll uncover four things to help you set better boundaries, plus something extra festive at the end of the episode.LinksGet access to the free “Time to Hire” mini-course www.zenithjourney.com/timetohire Buy the Delegation Playbook https://campus.zenithjourney.com/playbook  Connect with Me:Â
2022-12-1507 minLevel Up LeadershipHiring Employees vs Contractors? Building your teamToday's topic is all about whether you should hire employees or contractors. It is a topic that is both suitable for people that work within a business in a leadership role, looking at expanding the team, and also for people that own their own business and looking at how to expand the team. As you step into 2023 and to think about how you want the year to go, this is a common question that people ask. So first I'll be showing the definition of an employee and a contractor and five different things to consider when you're w...
2022-12-0610 minLevel Up LeadershipHoliday DelegatingAs we head into the December season a lot of people are thinking about how much work has to be done before the end of the year and also thinking about holidays. But mostly my clients tell me they are thinking about how to keep their team or business running, while spending some time with family and friends. It’s not too late to delegate! Learn the four reasons we fail at delegating, and how to get your hands on the Delegation Playbook.LinksBuy the Delegation Playbook https://campus.zenithjourney.com/playbook  Conn...
2022-11-2913 minLevel Up LeadershipThe Delegating Rule of 3Do you know something that isn’t a good use of your time, but unsure when you should be delegating it? What is the tipping point to know if you should be doing a task or delegating it to your team or contractor. Today we’ll learn how to apply the delegation rule of three, and how the Delegation Playbook can help you to be a rockstar leader.  LinksBuy the Delegation Playbook https://campus.zenithjourney.com/playbook  Connect with Me: ...
2022-11-2207 minLevel Up LeadershipWhat stops you from delegating?What would your life look like if you were competent at delegating? You come into work every day and the team is already working on the project and giving you updates instead of you feeling like you have to chase or check in with them. You feel in control while they're ticking off your list. You've set expectations and accountabilities, and you can trust your team to work with less supervision.Learn what stops you from delegating, and how the Delegation Playbook can help you to be a rockstar leader. Â LinksBuy t...
2022-11-1412 minLevel Up Leadership5 Most Common Delegating Mistakesif you can't delegate effectively, you can never expand your productivity beyond the work that you can personally deliver. Delegation might seem like a no brainer, but there are 5 common things that stop us from effectively delegating. See how many of these 5 you might be doing, plus learn what ONE THING you can start delegating, TODAY. Links·     Join 1:1 Leadership Coaching/Mentoring for the final quarter (last chance until Q2 2023, April intake)·     Going from Solo to CEO? Read about the upcoming guided program ·     Free mini-course: Time to Hire? 5 questions to ask yourself before...
2022-11-0710 minLevel Up LeadershipThe Blame GameWhen something goes wrong, is your first thought “who’s fault is this?”. Now on the surface, this makes complete sense. Once you find out whose fault it is, you can fix it. It might feel like you are gaining control by blaming somebody else or working out whose fault it is. But actually you are giving away control. Poor leaders ask "who is at fault", and strong leaders ask, "where did the process break down?" LinksJoin 1:1 Leadership Coaching/Mentoring for the final quarter (last chance until Q2 2023, April intake)Going from Solo to CEO...
2022-10-3106 minLevel Up LeadershipConflict Negotiation - how to feel more in controlImagine this: your phone rings. It's a client you've been working with on a really big project. The person on the other end is furious. They cannot believe the work that you've done has not hit the mark of what was agreed, and the impact that is now having on their clients and their work is astronomical. They are pissed. What do you do? And what do you feel? Mad, misunderstood, unappreciated? Confused? Do you go into defensive mode? The last thing people tell me is that they feel in control. So today's episode is all about c...
2022-10-2410 minLevel Up LeadershipCompany of OneEveryone is always on the lookout for the Next Big Thing. Today's podcast is about a book called Company Of One by Paul Jarvis. It is a book all about why staying small is the next big thing for business. "What if the real key to a richer and more fulfilling career was not to create and scale a startup, but rather be able to work for yourself, determine your own hours and become a highly profitable and sustainable company of one. Suppose the better and smarter solution is to simply remain small. This book explains how to do t...
2022-10-1008 minLevel Up LeadershipTop 9 Leadership BooksI am asked so often what my favorite leadership books are that I decided to create a list. Today I share my list, and the three different categories that leadership books fall under - Leading Self, Leading People, and Leading Organizations or Cultures.Get your Rockstar Visual summary of a leadership book each month by joining here: https://campus.zenithjourney.com/mailinglist  LinksJoin 1:1 Leadership Coaching/Mentoring for the final quarter (last chance until Q2 2023, April intake)Going from Solo to CEO? Read about the upcoming guided program Free mini-course: Time to Hir...
2022-10-0409 minLevel Up LeadershipSelf SabotageWhat was your New Year's Resolution? Are you still working on it, or perhaps it's been abandoned with a little mental note to think "I'll try again next year". We all do a bit of self-sabotage, but when does it start to cause havoc in your work and personal life? In this episode, learn what self sabotage is, why we do it, and how to take action towards change.LinksJoin 1:1 Leadership Coaching/Mentoring for the final quarter (last chance until Q2 2023, April intake)Going from Solo...
2022-09-2712 minLevel Up LeadershipHow fear controls usIn today's episode, I'll be sharing "how fear controls us" through a story about swimming with whales. Tune in for your one tip that you can apply to your life and to your work straight away about how to be able to better control fears and emotions that pop up for you.LinksJoin 1:1 Leadership Coaching/Mentoring for the final quarter (last chance until Q2 2023, April intake)Going from Solo to CEO? Read about the upcoming guided program Free mini-course: Time to Hire? 5 questions to ask yourself before hiring your first (or next) team m...
2022-09-2007 minLevel Up LeadershipHow to change someone's mindSo you've got two people talking AT each other, not listening, wanting the other person to listen, because if they just LISTENED to you, they would see it your way, and realise that you’re right. We have all been there.Today's podcast takes a lesson from the book "Edge: turning adversity into advantage" by Laura Huang and award-winning Harvard Business School Professor.In the book, they observed then interviewed more than 60 leaders who are trying to convince business associates and other people to change their minds on a course of action they initially disagreed wit...
2022-09-1304 minLevel Up LeadershipHappiness - journey or destination?What is happiness? Does happiness at work make our employees more productive? Will we be more profitable? Will we have an edge on our competitors? Will this help make a positive impact on the world around us?” What is the criteria for happiness at work? We are going to be talking about the topic of happiness and how it impacts us on a work sense and the concept of Procedural Utility - is happiness reaching the destination where you’ve ticked off the criteria on your list, or the journey getting there?LinksJoin 1:1 Leade...
2022-09-0610 minLevel Up LeadershipRun your quarter like a CEOWhat can the beginning of a season or the beginning of a quarter mean for you and your mindset? If you think about the beginning of the year, often that we have this idea of a fresh start and a new chance to start things. We might have big goals for our life or for our business or for our job and full of fresh energy. But sometimes when we think about this as just happening once a year, it can easily fall down the slippery slide and we come to the end of the year feeling like we're...
2022-08-3008 minLevel Up LeadershipOvercoming Negative FeedbackNegative feedback. Love it or hate it? It won't surprise you to know, most people hate it. In today's episode, we're going to be covering four key things about negative feedback. Number One: why negative feedback is so hard. Two: discover how open you are to feedback. Three: four quick ways to improve your openness for feedback, and Four: how you can give feedback to your team.LinksGoing from Solo to CEO? Read about the upcoming guided program Free mini-course: Time t...
2022-08-0814 minLevel Up LeadershipIs Leadership Chess or Checkers?In the movie Training Day, Denzel Washington plays a rogue detective character and he tells his new protege, in effect "this is chess, not checkers". He means the job is way more complicated than it seems. It's fast, dynamic and with lots of moving parts. This is a similar analogy for leadership. So how does thinking about chess help you as a leader? Wise leaders that think in the idea of chess, they manage relationships and connect with individuals based on their unique personality and strengths. This episode shares th...
2022-08-0110 minLevel Up LeadershipWork Friendships - the good, the bad and the uglyHave you ever asked a child “Did you make any friends at school today?” The reason we ask this question of children nervously is because we know that school without friends can be a lonely and hostile place. With friends and the other hand, it can be really good fun. And so you can work. But what are some of the common pitfalls that we can come across with friendships at work? Are work friendships a good idea, or a terrible idea? With International Day of Friendship coming up on the 30th of July, today...
2022-07-1908 minLevel Up LeadershipMy clients only want to work with me, not my teamBuilding a business often means building a team. But sometimes when we hire people, we then realise our clients only want to work with us, not our team. Eek. Today’s episode we’ll go through five options that you can implement, today, to improve the relationship between your clients and your team, plus a few mindset blocks that can stunt our team growth. LinksGoing from Solo to CEO? Read about the upcoming guided program Free mini-course: Time to Hire? 5 questions to ask yourself before hiring your first (or next) team member.Check out my...
2022-07-1213 minLevel Up LeadershipAre Leaders Born or Made?One of the most common questions I get about leadership is this: Are leaders born, or made? It is the common "nature versus nurture" question, which we will be going through in today's podcast. So in any good debate, you need to hear both sides. Side One: leaders are born, Side Two leaders are made. We’ll look at data from sport (do big feet mean you’ll be a good swimmer?), twin studies (if leaders are born, are identical twins with 100% of the same genes both good leaders/bad leaders?) are extroverts good leaders (and introverts a weak...
2022-07-0511 minLevel Up LeadershipDelegation - what one word influences your success?Have you ever had the experience when you ask someone to do something they say yes, but it doesn't get done? Maybe you asked someone to do a report or perhaps you've asked someone to hang out the washing. But despite on the surface, they say, yes, it doesn't happen. Why is that? Today, we're going to talk about one magic word that can make a difference to how you phrase this question to get more action. It is something you can apply today that can make a small difference in your everyday. So, what is this magic word...
2022-06-2706 min
Mentoring with GeraldineEp - 175 Kate Peardon - CEOJoin Geraldine & Kate Peardon as she talks about being a CEO in your own business. Kate used to work in corportate HR before running her own business. Kate realised that there was a missing link in business - the 'people' component! Kate studied an MBA as well as advancing her knowledge and positive psychology. Kate and Geraldine talk about talking on people and how to make better choices in business. Kate PeardonWork with Geraldine:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1543978942348737https://mentoringwithgeraldine.com/contact/https://www.instagram.com/mentoringwithgeraldine/
2022-06-2725 minLevel Up LeadershipSmall Biz: Solo, Hero or Agency? Designing your business structureThe great thing about having your own business is that you get to design it. Hello, freedom. But sometimes we get so busy, we forget to make the most of this freedom. Did you start your business doing “all the things”, and now working out how to grow so you have more freedom and flexibility? Today’s episode is for you. There are three business models - Solo, Hero and Agency. Where do you fit, and where do you want to be? Once you design your business this way, recruitment is a breeze because you know exactly where you’...
2022-06-2008 minLevel Up LeadershipLeadership Ladder - making the leap from specialist to leaderWhat can we learn from dating that applies to leadership? The friendship ladder and the relationship ladder are two different things. You can’t move up the relationship ladder and expect the top rung to be a relationship. It’s a completely different ladder, and you need to jump from the friendship ladder to the relationship ladder (at the risk of falling into the nothingness in between!)Being technically great at your job is like being on the friendship ladder. The further you progress, we can sometimes think the top rungs are leadership positions. In fact, it’s not t...
2022-06-1308 minLevel Up LeadershipA big hiring mistake you should avoidIn today's episode, we're talking about something that leaders tell me they do when they interview a potential candidate. And let me tell you, it seems like a great idea. But in this episode, you'll be understanding why this approach is not a great approach to have in your interviews.A lot of leaders have said to me that during an interview with a potential candidate, they like to put their candidate under pressure to see if they crack. On the surface this seems like a good idea. If the candidate can keep their cool w...
2022-06-0605 minLevel Up LeadershipWho should I hire?Today's topic is who should I hire. And typically people will talk about wanting to hire a specific job. And I want to talk to you about two different options of how you can think about this. We will also look at the 'skill and will' matrix of what your strengths are, so you can hire someone that complements your skills. There is a free mini course that goes through five questions to ask yourself prior to hiring your first or next team member. And there's a five minute video in these five different questions th...
2022-05-3006 minLevel Up LeadershipSmall Biz: Time to Hire?How do I know when it’s time to hire? In this episode, we’ll be looking at how to know when it’s time to hire in your small business. I’ll run you through questions you can reflect on to determine whether now is the best time. It all comes down to the type of business you want to grow. We’ll explore the different business models you can use to find where your priorities lie and what your ideal business looks like. So, ask yourself where is your business right...
2022-05-2606 min