In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde is joined by behavioural scientist and performance expert Dr Jemma King to explore the science of sleep and why it's one of the most overlooked drivers of leadership performance.

Together, they unpack what really happens when you wake at 3am, how sleep impacts your ability to think, regulate emotions and make decisions, and the simple habits that can help you perform at your best.

In this episode:

• Why sleep is a leadership strategy, not a luxury.
• What happens to your brain while you sleep.
• Why so many people wake at 2am or 3am.
• How poor sleep affects decision-making, resilience and emotional regulation.
• The role of cortisol, caffeine and circadian rhythms.
• Practical ways to improve your sleep and performance.

Links:

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
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Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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Website: https://jemmakingbio-pa.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.jemma.king/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jemma-king-phd-76013328/

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In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde shares a simple moment from a morning walk that became an unexpected lesson in self-leadership. Watching a father joyfully sing to his baby daughter without worrying who might be listening sparked a powerful question...

How much of your life are you editing because of an audience that isn't even watching?

Julie explores why fear of judgement shapes our decisions more than we realise, how self-editing chips away at our confidence, and why authentic leadership begins with giving yourself permission to simply be yourself.

In this episode:

• Why fear of judgement quietly influences our choices.
• How self-editing affects confidence and leadership.
• The hidden cost of trying to meet other people's expectations.
• Why authenticity is one of the greatest acts of self-leadership.
• A simple question that could change the way you show up.

Timestamps

00:00 A Morning Walk That Made Me Think
01:28 The Invisible Audience We Carry
03:42 Where Are You Editing Yourself?
06:05 Confidence vs Approval
08:37 The Cost of Playing Small
10:56 Leading From Authenticity
13:14 One Question to Take Away

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here
Get the Clarity Compass here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde is joined by happiness expert, speaker and author Declan Edwards to explore the science behind happiness, emotional intelligence and why so many of us fall into the "I'll be happy when..." trap.

Together they unpack why achievement alone doesn't create fulfilment, how our emotions influence those around us, and why happiness is less about circumstance and more about the skills we build every day.

In this episode we discuss:

• Why we're pursuing happiness more than ever, yet feeling less fulfilled.
• The "hedonic treadmill" and why the goalposts keep moving.
• Why happiness is a learnable skill, not a personality trait.
• The link between emotional intelligence, leadership and wellbeing.
• How perfectionism, people pleasing and external validation affect happiness.
• Why relationships have a greater impact on happiness than success.
• A simple two-word exercise to improve emotional awareness.

Timestamps

00:00 From 75 Skills to 5
00:43 Meet Declan Edwards
01:48 Why We Are Less Happy
04:17 Declan's Personal Turning Point
08:46 Building a Happiness Toolkit
09:54 Sponsor – Clarity Compass
10:39 Happiness Is Contagious
14:49 Leadership's Ripple Effect
17:24 Five Core Happiness Skills
23:26 The Two-Word Emotional Check-In
27:26 Book Launch and Final Thoughts

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here
Get the Clarity Compass here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Declan:
Website: https://declanedwards.com.au/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/declan-edwards-bu-happiness-college/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/declanedwards_bu/

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"I'm going to do that."
"I really should get onto that."
"This year will be different."

And then… nothing changes?

In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde explores one of the biggest reasons capable people fail to create meaningful change: the difference between being interested in something and being truly committed to it.

Using a simple but surprisingly powerful story about homemade muesli bars, Julie unpacks the psychology behind why good intentions rarely lead to consistent action. She explores the "intention-behaviour gap"—the space between what we say we want to do and what we actually follow through on.

Drawing on the research of psychologist Peter Gollwitzer, Julie explains why people are dramatically more likely to achieve their goals when they move beyond vague intentions and make specific commitments about when, where and how they'll take action.

Whether it's your leadership, health, relationships or personal growth, this episode will challenge you to stop confusing wanting something with deciding to do it.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The difference between being interested and being committed
• The psychology behind the intention-behaviour gap
• Why good intentions rarely create lasting change
• How procrastination keeps capable people stuck
• Why language shapes mindset and behaviour
• The power of specificity, structure and accountability
• Why clarity matters more than motivation
• How commitment changes focus, energy and follow-through
• Leadership habits that stay stuck in "interested" mode
• Practical strategies to turn intention into action

This is a practical, honest and highly relatable conversation about self-leadership, accountability and closing the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it.

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome and Theme
00:16 The Muesli Bars Lesson
02:21 The Intention vs Action Gap
03:27 The 50/50 Problem
05:23 Interested or Committed?
08:01 How Language Shapes Behaviour
10:09 Three Practical Steps
10:22 Step One: Name It
11:40 Step Two: When, Where and How
13:05 Step Three: Meaning and Honesty
15:23 Wrap Up and Next Actions
16:51 Clarity Compass and Farewell

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here
Get the Clarity Compass here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde sits down with Saru Gupta to explore a reality many high-achieving leaders experience but rarely talk about openly: emotional flatness.

On paper, life looks successful. The career is progressing. Relationships are intact. Goals are being achieved. Yet underneath it all sits a quiet sense of disconnection that many leaders struggle to explain.

Drawing on her own journey through corporate leadership, burnout, grief, divorce and personal transformation, Saru shares why mindset alone is not always enough. Together, Julie and Saru explore the connection between nervous system health, emotional regulation and embodied leadership, and why reconnecting with ourselves may be the missing piece many ambitious people are searching for.

This conversation challenges the belief that the answer is always another promotion, another goal or another achievement. Instead, it offers a different perspective: that sustainable leadership starts by understanding what your body, emotions and nervous system have been trying to communicate all along.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why high achievers often mistake emotional flatness for burnout
• The difference between mindset work and nervous system regulation
• Why constantly chasing the next achievement doesn't create lasting fulfilment
• How emotional awareness helps us become stronger leaders
• The signs you may be disconnected from yourself without realising it
• Why curiosity is more powerful than self-criticism
• The role of embodied leadership in sustainable success
• How nervous system health influences performance and wellbeing
• Practical ways to reconnect with yourself
• Three powerful questions to help you slow down and listen

If you've ever felt successful on paper but disconnected on the inside, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on what it really means to thrive.

Timestamps

00:00 Nervous System First
00:22 Podcast Introduction & Meet Saru Gupta
01:56 Success on the Outside, Disconnection on the Inside
03:38 Chasing the Next High
05:28 Leaving Corporate and the Crash That Followed
06:24 The Whole Self Method Explained
09:12 Why We Avoid Difficult Feelings
12:11 What Emotional Flatness Really Feels Like
14:21 Clarity Compass Break
15:13 Mindset vs Nervous System Regulation
18:22 Why Internal Safety Matters More Than Strategy
18:40 The Whole Self Method Pillars
19:46 Rewiring the Nervous System
21:58 The Ordinary Signs You're Reconnecting
23:19 The Messy Middle and Burnout Recovery
24:20 The Self-Criticism and Burnout Cycle
25:52 Starting with Curiosity
28:14 The Two-Minute Daily Practice
30:34 Three Questions to Ask Yourself Daily
31:46 Closing Reflections and Farewell

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here
Get the Clarity Compass here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Saru:
Website: https://sarugupta.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saru-gupta/
Instagram: @iamsarugupta

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In this deeply reflective episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde explores a question that stops even the most capable women in their tracks:

“What do you want when nobody needs anything from you?”

It sounds simple. But for many high-performing women, the answer is far more difficult than expected.

This episode dives into why so many successful women lose touch with their own desires, needs and sense of self after years of being rewarded for competence, responsibility and reliability. Julie unpacks the hidden cost of constantly being the “safe pair of hands” — the person everyone depends on — and why that identity can quietly crowd out personal fulfilment, joy and direction.

Through stories from coaching clients and insights from years working with leaders and ambitious women, Julie explores:

• Why high-performing women struggle to answer what they truly want
• The difference between knowing what to do and knowing what you desire
• How responsibility, identity and fear bury personal fulfilment
• Why many women feel foggy, flat or disconnected despite looking successful on the outside
• The emotional cost of constantly living in response mode
• The role of people pleasing, obligation and performance identity
• How to reconnect with yourself without needing to blow up your life
• Why silence and space are essential for clarity
• The danger of building a life around “should”
• Small but powerful ways to reconnect with your own voice again

Julie also shares the story of a highly accomplished client who realised she had spent years knowing exactly what everyone else needed from her — but no longer knew what she needed for herself.

This episode is an invitation to pause long enough to ask yourself an honest question many women have not considered in years.

What do you actually want?

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome and Big Question
02:15 Why the Silence Happens
02:41 Client Story Feeling Stuck
04:21 Doing Next vs Wanting
06:42 Three Ways Desire Gets Buried
11:32 The Hidden Cost of Not Knowing
12:25 Penny and Reconnecting
14:39 Three Starting Points
15:11 Silence and Small Questions
18:12 Separate Wants from Shoulds
19:32 Closing Reflection and Choice
21:25 Clarity Compass Invitation
22:07 Thanks and Goodbye

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here
Get the Clarity Compass here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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In this powerful episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde sits down with leadership expert, former corporate executive and author Fleur Marks to explore the hidden cost of perfectionism, burnout and achievement addiction.

For years, Fleur appeared to have it all. A successful corporate career, leadership credibility, a loving family and a reputation for delivering exceptional results. But beneath the surface, she was exhausted, overwhelmed and carrying impossible expectations.
Then her body forced her to stop.

Following a life-threatening health crisis, multiple surgeries, autoimmune disease and cancer, Fleur found herself confronting a reality she could no longer push through. What followed became the catalyst for a complete reset of how she lived, worked, led and defined success.

Together, Julie and Fleur explore why so many high-performing women tie self-worth to achievement, how perfectionism disguises itself as excellence, and why sustainable leadership requires boundaries, recovery and self-compassion.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Perfectionism and high-functioning burnout
• The overachiever identity and achievement addiction
• Leadership pressure and emotional exhaustion
• Chronic stress and the impact on physical health
• Why ambitious women struggle with "being enough"
• Sustainable success and redefining achievement
• Boundaries, rest and recovery for leaders
• The neuroscience behind overachievement
• Excellence without self-sacrifice
• How to break the overachiever cycle

One of the most powerful moments in the conversation centres around a simple but confronting question:

"How different would your life be if you truly believed you were enough, had done enough and had enough?"

This episode is for leaders, founders, professionals and ambitious women who are tired of carrying everything while quietly running on empty.

Timestamps

00:00 The Hidden Cost of Perfectionism
00:42 Meet Fleur Marks
02:16 Success on the Outside, Drowning on the Inside
05:17 The Waiting Room of Death
10:03 Losing Control and Learning Acceptance
12:54 Clarity Compass Break
13:46 Understanding the Overachiever Cycle
20:36 The "You Are Enough" Question
22:27 Redefining Success
25:14 The Sequins Squad and Support Systems
26:37 Final Reflections and Farewell

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here
Get the Clarity Compass here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Fleur:
Website: https://fleurmarks.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fleurjmarks/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleurmarks/

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More than most people realise.

In this solo episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde unpacks one of the most powerful metaphors she uses with clients when discussing identity, leadership positioning and professional reputation.

Because just like products on a supermarket shelf, people make decisions about you long before they understand the full picture.

Your reputation is your packaging.
Your behaviours are your ingredients panel.
And whether intentional or not, you are constantly training people how to see you.

This episode explores why highly capable leaders often become trapped inside outdated perceptions, how behaviours reinforce professional identity over time, and why visibility alone will not move you into your next level of leadership.

Julie also explores research from organisational psychologist Dr Tasha Eurich around self-awareness and why the gap between how we see ourselves and how others experience us often widens at senior levels.

In this episode, we cover:

• Leadership identity and reputation
• Why behaviours shape positioning
• The danger of becoming known only as “the doer”
• Strategic positioning vs visibility
• Self-awareness and executive perception
• How leaders accidentally reinforce outdated identities
• Repositioning yourself for future leadership opportunities
• Why delivering more is not always the answer

If you have ever wondered why you continue being seen for the same type of work despite wanting more influence, this episode will challenge how you think about leadership growth.

Because your reputation is already speaking for you.

The question is… what is it saying?

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to Leading You
00:29 The Cereal Box Identity Hook
01:30 Positioning Like Special K
03:10 The Self-Awareness Reality Check
04:01 How Reputations Get Built
05:27 Reposition Without Changing Who You Are
06:47 Clarity Compass Break
07:40 Three Reputation Questions to Ask Yourself
08:37 Why Doing More Can Keep Leaders Stuck
09:23 COO Case Study: The Shift That Changed Perception
11:40 Rewrite Your Leadership Promise
13:05 Final Reflection and Next Steps

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here
Get the Clarity Compass here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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The role that once gave you energy, purpose and identity starts to feel heavier. Not because you've stopped caring or lost your capability — but because something no longer fits.

In this episode of Leading You, I sit down with Susan Simon — educator, former principal of three independent Queensland schools, and author of debut novel The Secrets of St Jude's — for a deeply honest conversation about what happens when your leadership identity starts to disconnect from who you're becoming.

After more than four decades in Australian school communities, Susan brings an insider's perspective on the emotional complexity of leadership: the joy of building empowered teams, the weight of competing stakeholder expectations, the politics, the pressure — and eventually, the grief of leaving a role that once defined her.

This conversation goes far beyond education. It's for anyone in leadership, corporate, or business who has quietly wondered: Is this still who I am?

What we cover:

• Why strong leadership often feels invisible to the person doing it
• The emotional load of leading complex organisations with competing expectations
• The quiet warning signs that something has shifted — before crisis hits
• Why leaving a leadership role can feel like grief, not just a career change
• The risk of letting work become your entire identity
• How to reconnect with yourself outside of your title
• Why grounding practices aren't a luxury — they're a leadership necessity
• Susan's debut novel and the psychological complexity of elite school communities

Timestamps
00:00 Life Components First
00:43 Meet Susan Simon
02:16 Leadership In Flow
08:09 Stakeholders And Pressure
11:05 When Identity Shifts
17:37 Leaving And New Paths
20:22 Grief And Attachment
24:34 Advice For Stuck Leaders
28:53 Inside The Debut Novel
33:11 Wrap Up And Reviews

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here
Get the Clarity Compass here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Susan:
Website: https://susan-simon.com/
Instagram: @susan.simon_author
Purchase link: https://www.simonandschuster.com.au/books/The-Secrets-of-St-Judes/Susan-Simon/9781922190154

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In this solo episode of the Leading You Podcast, I’m talking about something I’m seeing everywhere right now. Not just physical busyness, but mental noise. The kind that keeps you switched on from the moment you wake up to the moment you go to sleep. The kind that slowly becomes your normal without you even realising it.

Here’s the truth: being busy isn’t always the problem. Staying in that state for too long is.

Drawing on my own recent experience of stepping away for a short reset in Daylesford, I share what really happens when you create space. Why clarity, energy and perspective don’t come from pushing harder. They come from stepping away.

We tell ourselves we’ll slow down later. After this week. After this project. After this season. But clarity doesn’t live in the noise. And you don’t reset by doing more.

Sometimes, the most strategic thing you can do is pause.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why mental noise is the real problem, not your calendar
• The difference between a busy season and a constant state of pressure
• What a small reset in Daylesford reminded me about clarity and energy
• Why you don’t need a big holiday. You just need intentional space.
• How your environment directly shapes your thinking and decision-making
• The one question to ask yourself when you’re running on empty
• Why your energy is your responsibility, not your workload’s

This episode is your permission slip to rethink how you’re fuelling your energy, especially heading into the second half of the year. Because if you don’t create space intentionally, your body will eventually do it for you. And not in a way you choose.

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to Leading You
00:31 Busy Minds and Burnout
02:56 A Simple Daylesford Reset
04:18 Clarity After the Break
05:54 Relevance and Next Level
07:05 Step Away From the Noise
08:52 Mini Break Ideas
09:19 Mid Year Winter Reset
10:13 Refuel Before You Crash
12:14 Wrap Up and Review

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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In this episode of the Leading You Podcast, I sit down with career transition coach and author Robyn Greaves to explore what she calls the “third chapter”, a stage that is less about winding down and far more about stepping into something more intentional, more energising and more aligned with who you are now.

For many of us, the traditional idea of retirement simply no longer fits. We’re living longer, staying healthier for longer, and the desire to contribute doesn’t just switch off at a certain age. Yet the dominant narrative still pushes us towards stepping back, slowing down and becoming less relevant. This conversation pushes back on that, hard.

Robyn and I get into the real challenges that come with this transition, the identity shift that catches people off guard, the practical challenge of positioning your value in a market that often prizes titles over experience, and the mindset shift required to see this stage as opportunity rather than ending.

One of the most powerful ideas we explore is what Robyn calls “ageing superpowers”, the perspective, pattern recognition and hard-won wisdom that only comes from decades of lived experience. These are not soft skills to downplay. They are capabilities to own and leverage.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why the third chapter is not an ending, it’s a redesign
• How to navigate the identity shift that comes when you step out of a long-held role
• Why positioning your value matters more than your title ever did
• What “ageing superpowers” actually are and how to use them
• How to start without a perfect plan, and why that’s the right move
• What it looks like to design a chapter that is energising, purposeful and on your terms

If you’ve ever wondered what comes next, or found yourself uncertain about how to navigate this stage, this episode will give you a new lens, one grounded in possibility, not limitation.

Timestamps

00:00 Take One Small Step
00:42 Meet Robyn Greaves
01:18 What Is The Third Chapter
03:27 Why It Matters Now
06:44 Designing A Great Chapter
09:04 Hidden Transition Challenges
10:30 Relevance And Identity Shift
11:42 Aging Superpowers
15:40 Practical Steps To Start
17:09 Agency And Final Takeaway
19:17 Wrap Up And Review

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Robyn:
Website: https://robyngreaves.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/careercoachsydney/

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And those words? They stay a lot longer than they should.

In this solo episode of Leading You, I explore the power of belief. Where it comes from, what we do with it, and why the most important belief you carry is the one you choose, not the one placed on you.

I share personal stories, from being told I wasn’t good at maths in primary school, to being told I’d fail English, to navigating a cancer diagnosis where the language of others could have easily shaped a very different outcome.

What becomes clear is this: the same person, the same capability, can experience completely different outcomes depending on what they choose to believe.

Because it’s never just about what was said to you. It’s about what you agreed with.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why the smallest moments often shape us the most
• How a single label placed on you in childhood can follow you for decades
• The difference between what is said to you and what you choose to keep
• Why people rise to the level of belief you have in them — and why the same is true of yourself
• How to use awareness as the starting point for changing the beliefs that are holding you back
• What it means to take ownership of your mindset, especially when life gets hard

This episode is an invitation to look at the beliefs you’re carrying, which ones are helping you move forward, and which ones have simply become familiar.

Because your future isn’t shaped by what people have said about you. It’s shaped by what you choose to believe.

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to Leading You
00:53 Power of Words
01:34 A Leader Said No
02:40 Grade Three Math Label
04:12 Belief Builds Winners
05:08 Told I’d Fail English
07:29 Cancer Fight Mindset
11:01 Relevance and Identity
12:13 Self Belief Matters Most
14:54 Choose What You Accept
15:50 Rewrite the Old Story
16:57 Closing and Reviews

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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Peter grew up in an environment where crime was normalised. His father was one of Australia’s most wanted bank robbers, his brother followed a similar path, and by the age of six, Peter was already involved in break-ins.

At thirteen, he made a decision that changed the direction of his life.

This conversation explores that moment, the choices that followed, and what it takes to step away from what feels inevitable. It also moves into leadership, where Peter now leads a multimillion-dollar hospitality group with a clear philosophy built on courage and kindness.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• The defining decision that changed Peter’s trajectory
• How environment shapes belief and what becomes possible
• Why small, consistent choices matter more than big moments
• The tension between loyalty, identity and personal responsibility
• How to lead with both courage and kindness in today’s workplace
• The role of belief in shaping performance and culture

This is a conversation about choice, ownership and leadership. It challenges the idea that your past determines your future, and reinforces the impact of the decisions you make over time.

Timestamps

00:00 Not Defined by Past

00:42 Meet Peter Norris

02:39 Early Life and Belonging

05:13 Foster Care and Family Split

06:57 First Crimes at Six

09:05 Pivotal Moment at Eleven

11:53 Choosing a New Path

15:06 A Real Foster Family

16:21 Lead Her Mastermind Promo

17:36 Unstoppable Athletic Drive

19:14 Great Wall Marathon Lessons

20:11 Winning the CEO Role

21:06 Culture Change No Bullies

21:52 Courage and Kindness Leadership

22:45 Belief Unlocks Potential

25:54 Mistakes Growth Over Perfection

27:11 Vulnerability Builds Trust

28:14 Daily Choices Shape Culture

31:39 Power to Change Trajectories

32:28 Past Doesn’t Define Future

34:52 Turning Point at Thirteen

35:39 Final Thanks and Outro

Links:
Learn more about my group coaching program here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Peter:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573484279801
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-norris-a54b369a/
Book: https://www.thebankrobbersboy.com.au/

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The insight is simple, but confronting. You are not being overlooked. You are being categorised.

Organisations naturally group people based on patterns they observe over time. Some are seen as leaders who shape direction, while others are seen as reliable executors who deliver. Both are valuable, but they are treated very differently when opportunities arise.

This episode explores why doing more does not change how you are perceived, how strong performance can reinforce the wrong identity, and what needs to shift if you want to move into your next level of leadership.

If you are known as the safe pair of hands but want to be seen as someone who leads, influences and shapes decisions, this conversation will help you understand what is really happening and how to start changing it.

Key Takeaways

• Career progression is driven by perception, not effort
• Doing more can reinforce the identity that is keeping you stuck
• The shift required is positioning. How you think, contribute and show up

Timestamps

00:00 The Pattern I’m Seeing
01:12 Why “Overlooked” Is the Wrong Frame
02:45 How Organisations Categorise People
05:10 The Safe Pair of Hands Trap
07:20 Why Doing More Keeps You Stuck
09:05 Capability vs Perception
11:18 How Opportunities Are Actually Decided
13:02 Shifting From Execution to Influence
15:10 The Positioning Shift
17:22 How to Understand How You’re Seen
19:05 Practical Step: The 3-Word Feedback Exercise
21:00 Moving Into Your Next Level
22:30 Final Reflection

Links:

Learn more about my group coaching program here

Connect with Julie:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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Because for most people, retirement has been framed as an end point. Work hard, build your career, save enough… then stop. But what happens after that?

Jenny brings over 30 years of experience to this conversation, along with insights from her book Retirement: The Great Escape Plan, and what becomes clear very quickly is this… retirement planning is not just about money. It’s about how you want to live.

Together, they unpack the biggest mistake people make when planning for retirement, why starting with numbers can lead you in the wrong direction, and how to shift your thinking towards purpose, identity and lifestyle.

This conversation explores:

• Why retirement is a transition, not a finish line
• The importance of designing your life before you design your finances
• The four stages of retirement and what to expect at each phase
• The identity shift that comes when work is no longer your anchor
• Why structure, connection and meaning matter more than you think
• The reality of aged care and why it requires early awareness, not reactive decisions

If you’re in your 40s, 50s or beyond, this episode will challenge how you think about retirement and give you a more intentional way to approach what comes next.

Because retirement isn’t something you drift into. It’s something you design.

Episode Timestamps

00:00 Aged Care Minefield
00:39 Meet Jenny Brown
01:46 Why She Wrote the Book
04:04 The Four Stages of Retirement
08:53 Aged Care Reality Check
12:49 Mastermind Break
14:00 Common Retirement Planning Mistakes
16:50 Identity After Work
19:29 Creating Rhythm in Retirement
21:36 Finding Your Financial Freedom Number
23:17 The Retirement Mindset Shift
24:11 Wrap Up and Next Steps

Key Takeaways

• Retirement is not a finish line. It’s a transition that requires intention, not assumption.
• Most people start with the wrong question. Instead of asking “How much do I need?”, start with “What do I want my life to look like?”
• The people who thrive in retirement are not necessarily the wealthiest. They are the ones who have built purpose, connection and structure into their lives.
• Identity plays a bigger role than most realise. When work stops, many people struggle with who they are without it.
• Aged care is one of the most complex and emotional parts of retirement planning. The best decisions come from slowing down, asking questions and understanding your options early.
• If you’re in your 40s or 50s, now is the time to start thinking about your next phase, not just financially, but personally.

00:00 Aged Care Reality Check

00:39 Meet Jenny Brown

01:46 Why She Wrote It

04:04 Four Retirement Stages

06:55 Planning Before You Quit0

8:53 Aged Care Minefield

12:49 Mastermind Break

14:00 Purpose Before Numbers

16:50 Identity After Work

19:29 Rhythm And Routine

21:36 Your Freedom Number

23:17 Retirement Mindset Shift

24:11 Wrap Up And Reviews

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Website: https://jbsfinancial.com.au/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennybrownjbs/
Book: https://jbsfinancial.com.au/the-great-escape-plan/

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You’re managing your career, your children, your relationships… and at the same time, stepping into supporting or caring for your parents.

It often happens quickly. Without warning. Without a roadmap.

In this episode, I share a deeply personal experience of navigating this season. The emotional weight, the decisions, the constant thinking ahead, and the mental load that sits behind it all.

Because it’s not just what you’re doing… it’s what you’re carrying.

There’s also a quieter layer to this that doesn’t get spoken about. The grief that comes with watching your parents change, lose independence, or decline. The shift from being supported to becoming the support.

This isn’t just a personal conversation.

It’s a leadership one.

Because many people are navigating this quietly while still showing up to work every day. And if you’re leading people, understanding what sits behind someone’s energy, behaviour and capacity matters.

This episode is about awareness, compassion, and recognising that you are not alone in this season.

In this episode, I cover:

• What the sandwich generation really is, and why it’s growing
  • The hidden mental load of caring for both children and parents
  • The emotional impact, including grief and role reversal
  • Why this stage can feel overwhelming, even when everything looks “fine”
  • The importance of asking for support and not doing it all alone
  • Why leaders need to understand what their people may be carrying

Timestamps

00:00 Podcast intro
00:28 The reality of the sandwich generation
01:55 A personal story and what this stage looks like
03:41 My own caregiving experience
05:36 The hidden mental load
06:49 Why this matters in the workplace
08:45 Grief and cognitive decline
10:12 Break
11:24 Sibling roles and distance care
14:12 Don’t lose yourself in the process
15:50 Support, resources and reflection
16:47 Close

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Results. Output. Driving outcomes.

But what if the real driver of performance… is care?

In this episode, I sit down with Graeme Cowan to have a conversation that I think more leaders need to hear.

Because right now, people are under pressure.
Nearly one in two managers are experiencing severe stress every week.

That’s not just a wellbeing issue. That’s a leadership issue.

We talk about what caring leadership actually looks like in practice, not as a “nice to have”, but as something that directly impacts performance, resilience and culture.

This is a grounded conversation about how you show up as a leader when things are hard, how you support your people without lowering standards, and why connection is becoming one of the most important leadership skills we have.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why care is not soft… it’s a driver of performance
• The reality of stress and pressure leaders are navigating right now
• Why leadership is about creating environments where people feel seen and supported
• The difference between pushing for performance and enabling it
• Practical ways to have better conversations with your team
• The four pillars of care: self-care, crew care, red zone care and creating a “code green” culture

Timestamps

00:00 Start better conversations
00:43 Meet Graeme Cowan
01:43 Depression behind success
03:56 Recovery and purpose
06:19 Relationships and resilience
08:26 Why care matters now
11:25 Mastermind break
12:37 Four pillars of care
14:00 Building caring teams
16:01 Red zone care framework
19:10 Changing corporate incentives
22:43 Intentional actions for mood
25:23 One practical leadership move
27:42 Wrap up and close

Links:

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Website: https://graemecowan.com.au/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graemecowan1/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/graemecowan/

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I’m talking about something I’m hearing more and more… age.

Not ageing itself, but the story people start telling themselves about what it means.
“I’m too old.” “They’ll choose someone younger.” “I feel invisible.”

Most people aren’t being told they’re past it. They’re deciding that themselves.

And once that story takes hold, it changes how you show up. You hesitate, hold back, and start questioning whether you belong in rooms you absolutely belong in.

This episode brings it back to what actually matters… your value, your positioning, and your relevance.

Because experience plus self-belief plus relevance equals authority.

In this episode, I explore:

• Why age becomes a problem when it turns into identity
• How that thinking impacts confidence, behaviour and visibility
• Why ageism is real, but you still can’t hand over your power
• The difference between capability and relevance
• How to reposition yourself for what’s next

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome
00:26 Why age feels bigger than it should
02:31 The age story trap
04:26 Ageism and ownership
07:59 Relevance over age
09:55 Future relevance
11:03 Mindset shifts
13:45 Authority
14:46 Final thoughts
16:07 Close

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What makes Tansel’s story so powerful is that he didn’t begin with a brilliant memory. In fact, he believed the opposite. For years he saw himself as someone who constantly forgot things, struggled to retain information and relied on Post-it notes just to stay organised.

Then everything changed.

After discovering memory techniques through a friend, Tansel began deliberately training his brain. That journey led him to extraordinary achievements, including memorising two full Yellow Pages directories in just 24 days. It sounds impossible, yet his story is a reminder that the brain is far more trainable than most people realise.

In this conversation we go beyond memory techniques. We explore how memory training strengthens focus, improves communication and supports clearer thinking, something that matters enormously for leaders navigating complex and fast-moving environments.

We also talk about cognitive overload, a challenge so many leaders face today. Moving from meeting to meeting, decision to decision, conversation to conversation without pause can leave the brain scattered and exhausted. Tansel explains why this doesn’t just feel draining. It actively weakens recall, focus and mental clarity.

Another important theme in this episode is the role of AI and technology. Tools like AI can support our thinking, but they should never replace it. As Tansel explains, if we outsource too much of our thinking and remembering to technology, we risk weakening the very skills that help us lead well.

We also dive into practical ideas, including simple strategies to remember names, prepare your brain before meetings and reduce the mental clutter that drains focus and energy.

If you have ever felt mentally overloaded, distracted or forgetful, this episode will challenge how you think about memory and give you practical ways to sharpen your mind.

In this episode we explore

• How Tansel Ali went from believing he had a bad memory to becoming a memory champion
  • Why memory is far more trainable than most people think
  • How memory training improves focus, learning and communication
  • What cognitive overload does to leaders and why so many people feel mentally exhausted
  • How to think about AI without outsourcing your own thinking

Timestamps

00:00 Focus Memory Hack
00:22 Podcast Intro
01:30 From “Bad Memory” to Memory Champion
02:48 Discovering Memory Techniques
05:00 Benefits of Memory Training
08:05 AI and Technology Trade-offs
11:59 Authentic Leadership and Mental Clarity
14:31 Cognitive Overload
17:09 Remembering Names
20:40 Sharpening the Mind
23:16 Switching Off at Night
26:29 Final Takeaways

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While it sounds empowering, Julie explains why speaking up on its own is not a strategy and how, without clarity and positioning, visibility can actually weaken your influence rather than strengthen it.

Drawing on years of working with capable professionals in leadership and business, Julie explores the difference between participation and contribution, why relevance matters more than volume, and how anchoring yourself to your values and future direction gives your voice real authority.

If you want your voice to carry weight, not just volume, this episode will help you think differently about influence, positioning and leadership presence.

What We Cover in This Episode

• Why speaking up without a strategy can make you reactive rather than powerful
  • The difference between participating and contributing
  • Why relevance matters more than volume in today’s workplace
  • How anchoring yourself to your values changes the authority of your voice
  • Why positioning, not performance, determines influence
  • Three powerful reflection questions to ask before you speak
  • How clarity strengthens leadership presence

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Leading You
00:49 Why the “speak up more” advice is incomplete
02:37 Why clarity matters more than visibility
03:55 Relevance and real value in today’s workplace
05:31 What are you actually known for?
06:51 Leadership in the AI era
07:47 Anchoring your identity as a leader
09:32 Why positioning builds authority
12:08 Three reflection questions before you speak
13:34 Why clarity beats volume
14:24 Final reflection
15:06 Rate, review and closing

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In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde sits down with Australian entrepreneur, author, and founder of Runway Room, Alex Fevola, for a powerful and deeply grounded conversation about rebuilding when life changes overnight.

At 22, Alex became a young mum. Weeks later, she lost her partner. On the same day, she experienced a medical emergency that resulted in major surgery and waking with a colostomy. It is an extraordinary chapter of loss, trauma, and shock, but this conversation is not about drama. It is about what happens next.

Alex speaks honestly about grief, journalling, hope, and the truth behind the question, “How did you cope?” There was no magic trick. There was support, feeling what needed to be felt, and choosing, when she could, to move forward.

From there, the episode moves into entrepreneurship. How working with women in hair and makeup became a source of independence and purpose. How spotting a gap in the market led to the creation of Runway Room. And what it really takes to build a beauty brand in a competitive industry without cutting corners on ethics or performance.

This is a conversation about tenacity over talent. About long-term thinking. About authenticity in a filtered world. And about leading yourself through seasons you never planned for.

If you are navigating change, building something meaningful, or rebuilding after disruption, this episode will resonate.

Key Themes

• Resilience beyond clichés
• Navigating grief and medical trauma
• Journalling as a tool for processing
• Choosing hope without denying pain
• Building purpose through meaningful work
• The founding of Runway Room
• Ethical product development and long-term growth
• Tenacity in competitive markets
• Authenticity in the age of filters and AI
• Believing in your capability as a woman in business

Time Stamps

00:00 Opening mindset moment
00:05 Meet Alex Fevola
01:30 Young motherhood, loss and medical trauma
04:42 Why she wrote Silver Linings
06:54 Coping tools, hope and not getting stuck
09:44 Sponsor message
10:49 Rebuilding through beauty and independence
12:33 The Runway Room concept
17:06 Product development and clean formulas
19:18 Tenacity, patience and long-term growth
21:06 Authenticity in the public eye
24:48 Final message to women and closing

Links:
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Website: https://www.runwayroom.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexfevolamakeup/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-fevola-159aa529/

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Many capable women are rewarded for being reliable, responsive, and indispensable. But over time, these identities can quietly limit influence, visibility, and progression. In today’s fast-changing workplace shaped by AI, restructures, and leaner teams, relevance is everything.

Julie shares a powerful client story of a high-performing leader returning from maternity leave who found herself misaligned and overlooked despite strong results. Nothing changed externally until she shifted internally. Within three months of repositioning herself, she was promoted.

This episode introduces three forward-facing identities that support long-term leadership influence: the Author, the Anchor, and the Authority. It also unpacks why women delay this shift and what courage really looks like in practice.

If you’re performing well but sensing friction, exhaustion, or stagnation, this episode will help you reflect on who you’re being rewarded for being and who you need to become next.

Key Themes

• The difference between being needed and being respected
• Why old leadership identities stop working
• Identity alignment and relevance in an AI-driven workplace
• The Author, Anchor, and Authority identities
• Letting go of external validation
• Why courage is the tipping point
• Positioning yourself for future opportunities

Time Stamps

00:00 Welcome and episode context
01:18 From being needed to being respected
02:13 Client story. Return-to-work repositioning
04:58 Courage and releasing old validation
06:04 Why relevance matters now
07:53 The three identity levels explained
07:56 The Author. Owning your narrative
09:30 The Anchor. Emotional steadiness
11:08 The Authority. Trusted judgement
12:10 What changes when you lead as Authority
13:13 Why women delay the shift
15:10 Tools and support
16:47 Final reflections and wrap-up

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Julie explores why this isn’t a motivation problem or a confidence gap. It’s often an identity issue. Many women continue to lead from roles that once kept them safe, successful, and rewarded, but now quietly limit their influence and growth.

In a rapidly changing environment shaped by AI, restructures, and leaner organisations, being reliable, helpful, and endlessly available no longer guarantees visibility or progression. In some cases, it keeps leaders overextended, overlooked, and misaligned.

Julie introduces three common identities she sees women cycling through: the Self Editor, the Achiever, and the Go-To. Each is socially rewarded, professionally reinforced, and emotionally difficult to release, even when it’s clear they’ve been outgrown.

This episode also unpacks the early signs of misalignment, why burnout is often about identity rather than workload, and how to begin shifting how you show up through intentional reflection and boundary-setting.

If you’ve felt frustrated, stuck, or quietly exhausted despite performing well, this conversation will help you name what’s happening and consider what needs to change next.

Conversation Talking Points

• Why capable leaders still hit invisible ceilings
• The link between identity, safety, and professional reward
• How old patterns resurface when pressure rises
• The Self Editor, the Achiever, and the Go-To identities
• Why being indispensable doesn’t equal being positioned
• Early signs of misalignment and internal friction
• Burnout as a signal of identity strain
• Introducing the Identity Audit
• Shifting from performance to intentional leadership

Links:
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With more than two decades in the fashion and television industry and over 150 celebrity shoots behind her, Bridget brings deep experience and relatability to the topic of personal style. Her work goes far beyond clothes. It’s about helping women feel seen, comfortable, and confident in who they are right now.

Julie and Bridget explore how style often becomes tangled with self-doubt, body changes, and life transitions. They talk about why so many women hide behind “safe” outfits, hold onto clothes that no longer fit their lives, and delay investing in themselves until they feel “ready”.

This conversation unpacks how thoughtful dressing can become a form of self-leadership. From capsule wardrobes and proportion to fit, colour, and illusion dressing, Bridget shares practical insight alongside deeply human reflections on ageing, weight fluctuation, and visibility.

If you’ve ever stood in front of your wardrobe feeling frustrated, disconnected, or unsure of yourself, this episode will help you rethink style as a source of ease, confidence, and self-respect.

Conversation Talking Points

• Why style feels emotionally vulnerable for many women
• Moving from fashion design into personal and TV styling
• The psychology of “safe” clothes and hiding in black
• Dressing the body you have, not the one you’re waiting for
• How wardrobes reflect identity and self-belief
• Capsule wardrobes that actually work in real life
• Proportion, fit, and illusion dressing
• Vulnerability, social media, and building confidence publicly
• Style as an expression of self-leadership

Time Stamps

00:00 Welcome and introduction
01:10 Meet Bridget Bell
03:00 From fashion design to styling
06:40 Television and celebrity work
09:20 Style and vulnerability in leadership
12:15 Creating a safe styling experience
14:40 The “when I lose weight” mindset
17:30 Dressing the body you have today
19:50 Confidence and transformation
22:30 Vulnerability on Instagram
25:15 Proportion and illusion dressing
28:40 Why clothes go unworn
30:10 Building a functional capsule wardrobe
33:20 Sizing, tailoring, and fit
35:40 Celebrating 20 years in styling
38:10 Final reflections
39:30 Closing

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Website: https://styleambition.com.au/
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With more than 20 years in publishing and over 400 business books behind her, Jaqui brings rare clarity to what actually stops capable leaders from writing. It’s not confidence. It’s not talent. It’s a lack of structure, direction, and understanding who the book is really for.

Julie and Jaqui explore the shift that happens when you stop writing for yourself and start writing for your audience. They talk about the fears that surface when people consider writing, the myths that keep books stuck in drawers, and the mistakes that cost time, energy, and momentum.

This conversation also unpacks why a book is more than a personal milestone. It’s a strategic asset. One that can articulate your thinking, open doors, and position you as a trusted authority long after the writing is finished.

If you’ve ever felt the pull to write a book, questioned whether you have something worth saying, or wondered if a book still matters in today’s content-heavy world, this episode will give you clarity and perspective without overwhelm.

Conversation Talking Points

• Why so many leaders want to write a book but never begin
• The difference between expertise and clarity
• Writing for your audience, not your ego
• Common myths that derail first-time authors
• How a book builds authority without self-promotion
• The rise of self-publishing and owning your IP
• Imposter syndrome, visibility, and fear of judgement
• Why writing a book changes the author as much as the reader

Time Stamps

00:00 Welcome and introduction
01:20 Meet Jaqui Lane and her publishing background
03:50 Why so many people want to write a book
06:30 What actually stops people from starting
09:10 Writing for your audience, not yourself
12:20 The biggest mistakes new authors make
15:40 How a book builds credibility and authority
18:50 Books as strategic business assets
22:30 Self-publishing, ownership, and industry shifts
26:40 Imposter syndrome and fear of visibility
30:20 Why writing a book changes the writer
34:10 What to do if you feel the nudge to write
37:40 Final reflections and where to find Jaqui
39:00 Outro and closing

Links:
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Website: https://thebookadviser.com.au/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebookadviser3764
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaquilane/

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We talk about resilience constantly, but Paul offers something sharper and more useful. Psycho-physiological hardiness is the ability to grow through stress, not just survive it. It’s about building a mind and body that can handle the real world, not the cushioned version many of us are living in.

Paul’s background is as credible as it gets. He’s a former Royal Navy air crew officer, trained in combat survival and resistance to interrogation, and holds postgraduate qualifications across psychology, exercise science, nutrition, and neuroscience. He’s also the author of Death by Comfort and his latest book, The Hardiness Effect.

This is a conversation about the cost of modern comfort, the way our stress tolerance is quietly shrinking, and why strength is built through challenge, recovery, and meaningful discomfort.

Julie and Paul explore the science behind why the right kind of stress can make us stronger, the difference between resilience and hardiness, and what leaders can do to build greater capacity in themselves, their teams, and the next generation.

If you’re heading into 2026 wanting to feel clearer, stronger, and more capable, this episode will challenge your thinking in the best possible way.

Time Stamps

00:00 Introduction and welcome
01:10 Who is Dr Paul Taylor? Overview of his background
03:00 Combat survival and resistance-to-interrogation training
06:30 How that experience changed Paul’s perception of stress
08:10 The science of hormesis. Why stress can be good for us
10:40 Resilience vs hardiness. What’s the difference?
14:10 What the research says about people high in hardiness
16:40 Why Paul wrote The Hardiness Effect now
19:10 The state of physical and mental health in Australia
22:00 Mental health awareness and its unintended consequences
25:00 The key mindset shift. Life is hard, and that’s not a problem
28:00 Worthy opponents and Paul’s open-heart surgery story
33:00 Raising hardy kids in a world of comfort and convenience
37:10 What schools could be doing differently
40:00 The media, “crisis” language and our barometer of difficulty
43:00 Three practical ways to start building hardiness today
49:00 Final reflections and where to find Paul’s work
50:30 Outro and invitation to rate and review

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This is not a conversation about rigid routines, early alarms, or aspirational morning habits that don’t survive real life. It’s a grounded look at how the way you begin your day quietly shapes your energy, focus, decision-making, and leadership identity.

Julie shares a personal moment when her own morning routine slipped and the subtle but noticeable impact it had. Feeling scattered, reactive, and overwhelmed without a clear reason, until she recognised what had shifted. Her mornings were no longer hers.

This episode invites reflection on how easily the first hour of the day is handed over to phones, calendars, and external demands. Julie reframes mornings not as productivity tools, but as a leadership anchor. A space to regulate your nervous system, reconnect with intention, and choose how you want to show up.

Rather than offering a rigid formula, the conversation centres on three simple choices that can change the tone of your day. Choices that are realistic, repeatable, and designed to work alongside busy lives and leadership responsibilities.

Conversation Talking Points

• Why the first hour of the day quietly sets the tone for everything that follows
• How early phone use shifts emotional state and focus
• The difference between goals, resolutions, and daily structure
• What happens when women lose the only quiet space they have
• A simple three-part way to think about mornings
• Emotional regulation and decision-making early in the day
• Identity, consistency, and why routines stick or fall away

Time Stamps

00:00 Welcome to the episode
01:00 Why resolutions don’t last
02:40 Goals versus routines
04:00 Why the first hour of the day matters
06:10 What most people do wrong in the morning
08:00 When my own routine slipped
11:30 How routines support emotional stability
13:10 The science behind calmer mornings
15:20 Protecting your mornings as a leader
17:00 The three core choices that shape your day
21:30 Making routines work in real life
24:20 Identity-based routines
26:00 Tracking how you feel, not perfection
27:40 The question that reframes your entire day
29:10 Closing

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Preeti is an accomplished M&A advisor, known for operating at pace, leading with precision, and managing complexity with confidence. A simple accident during a family holiday changed everything. A fall resulted in multiple fractures, surgeries, and a long period of immobility that brought her professional and personal life to a sudden halt.

This conversation explores what unfolded beyond the physical recovery. The shock of losing independence. The mental and emotional weight of slowing down when you are used to moving fast. The identity shift that occurs when productivity, control, and capability are stripped away.

Julie and Preeti talk openly about surrendering control, asking for help, and navigating a season that could not be rushed or fixed. They also explore the unexpected clarity that emerged. A reassessment of boundaries. A quieter but stronger form of leadership. And a shift from proving to trusting.

This episode is not about crisis or drama. It’s about awareness. It invites reflection on the pace we keep, the assumptions we make about strength, and what becomes possible when we listen before life forces us to.

Conversation Talking Points

• A moment that instantly changed the pace of life
• Navigating shock, fear, and uncertainty
• The emotional impact of losing independence
• Identity when productivity is removed
• Letting go of control and accepting help
• Leadership during forced stillness
• Boundaries, clarity, and recalibration
• What slower seasons reveal about what matters

Time Stamps

00:00 Introduction
01:05 Meet Preeti Inchody
03:10 The accident that changed everything
06:00 Facing the reality of surgeries and recovery
08:50 The struggle with acceptance
12:30 Losing independence and asking for help
15:40 Reworking routine and mindset
18:50 Letting go of control and trusting others
23:30 How leadership shifted in this season
27:20 Rediscovering intuition and clarity
31:10 Boundaries, ambition, and identity
35:20 Reflections for women who feel they cannot slow down
38:00 Final reflections
40:20 Episode wrap-up

Links:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/preetiinchody/

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Cooper shares how personal loss, family experience, and years as an elite athlete shaped his commitment to mental health education. What began as a small school initiative has grown into a global wellbeing movement, a bestselling book (The 1% Good Club), corporate programs, and an invitation to speak at the United Nations.

Together, Julie and Cooper explore why mental health is not something to fix when life falls apart, but something to strengthen daily through small, intentional habits. They unpack the power of the 1% rule. Just 14 minutes a day dedicated to mental wellbeing can significantly shift how leaders manage pressure, ambition, burnout, and identity.

This episode dives into the link between self-leadership and mental resilience, the danger of tying identity to performance, and why adaptability, self-kindness, connection, and time in nature are essential practices for modern leaders. Cooper also reflects on what surfing taught him about failure, emotional regulation, and staying grounded when things do not go to plan.

If you are a leader, high performer, or ambitious professional looking to build sustainable mental strength heading into 2026, this conversation offers perspective, calm, and practical insight without overwhelm.

Topics Covered in This Episode

• Mental health and leadership in high-pressure environments
• The 1% rule and daily mental wellbeing habits
• Burnout, ambition, and identity
• Self-leadership and emotional resilience
• Failure, adaptability, and performance
• Mindfulness, gratitude, and micro habits
• The role of nature and connection in mental health
• Building mental strength before crisis hits

Time Stamps

00:00 Welcome and introduction
01:05 Cooper’s background and early experiences with mental health
04:20 How family loss shaped his interest in wellbeing
07:30 The moment that sparked The Good Human Factory
10:40 Building workshops, podcasting and educating thousands
13:20 How The 1% Good Club was born
17:50 Why 14 minutes a day can change your mental health
20:10 Leadership, identity and the danger of tying worth to performance
23:40 What surfing taught Cooper about failure and adaptability
28:40 Self-talk, kindness and the relationship inside your head
32:00 Ambition vs self-destruction and where people cross the line
36:50 Habits that support mental resilience
40:20 Nature, grounding and nervous system regulation
43:30 The one behaviour people need to stop
47:20 Small shifts and the power of 1%
49:50 Final reflections and where to find Cooper’s work
51:00 Outro and call to review the podcast

Links

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Cooper:
Website: https://www.thegoodhumanfactory.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cooperchapman/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cooper-chapman-08a278151/

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January offers a rare moment of stillness — quieter, slower mornings and the chance to breathe before the pace accelerates. It’s the ideal time to reset your mindset, reconnect with what matters and create a vision for the year that feels aligned, spacious and purposeful.

Rather than rushing into goals or structure, this episode focuses on intention. You’ll hear how I create my own 2026 “canvas” using colour, space and symbolism, and why I’ve shifted from choosing a single word to anchoring myself with a guiding statement. This approach helps you show up with clarity, confidence and calm, especially as the world continues to shift rapidly through technology, AI and rising expectations.

Across the conversation, I share five powerful questions to help you design your year with intention, deepen your self-awareness and strengthen your self-leadership. These questions will support you to reconnect with your values, focus your energy and make choices that align with the woman and leader you want to become.

If you want 2026 to feel more grounded and more meaningful, this episode gives you the framework to start.

Key Takeaways

• January is the perfect pause to reset, breathe and reconnect before the year begins in full.
• Your 2026 “canvas” reflects who you choose to be, not just what you plan to do.
• A guiding sentence can anchor your behaviour more powerfully than a single word.
• White space matters - in your schedule, in your thinking and in your leadership.
• Self-leadership is essential as the world accelerates through AI and constant change.
• Asking intentional questions expands clarity without overwhelm.

Time Stamps

00:00 Welcome to 2026
01:00 What’s coming on the podcast this January
02:40 Why early January is a powerful pause
05:10 Using the “canvas” metaphor for the year ahead
06:45 How I choose my colours and what they represent
09:20 The importance of white space and pausing
12:05 Why I’m choosing a statement instead of a word this year
14:30 Examples of empowering intentions for 2026
17:20 Five reflective questions to shape your year
20:45 Why self-leadership matters more than ever
22:10 Final reflections and your invitation to create your statement
23:30 Closing and what’s coming next

Links

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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This session explores why capable, high-performing people can still feel stuck, overlooked, or out of alignment — and how courage, perspective, and self-leadership play a critical role in moving forward.

Originally created with women in mind, this conversation quickly proved to be relevant across genders. In fact, we had men attend the live masterclass as well, and the frameworks and reflections landed just as strongly.

Leadership, clarity, and courage are not gender-specific skills. They’re human ones.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

In this masterclass, I unpack:

• Why “feeling stuck” is often a signal, not a failure
• How disconnection from values, voice, and perspective — quietly erodes confidence
• The Ladder Model, a simple way to reflect on how you’re currently leading yourself
• The CEO of You framework, and what it means to take ownership of your choices
• Why courage isn’t about bold moves, but about choosing differently — consistently
• The role perspective plays in clarity, decision-making, and presence

This isn’t about fixing yourself or doing more.
It’s about creating space to think, reflect, and lead yourself with intention.

Who This Episode Is For

This episode will resonate if you:

• Are in a leadership, professional, or business role
• Feel capable, yet under-recognised or slightly off-track
• Are navigating change, pressure, or a next chapter
• Want to lead with more clarity and less reactivity
• Are ready to pause, reassess, and choose with purpose

Want to Watch the Masterclass?

This was originally delivered as a visual masterclass, and you’ll hear references to the Ladder Model and the CEO of You diagram throughout the session.

If you’d like to watch the full masterclass with slides, the replay is available until 31 January 2026.

👉 Here is the link
Passcode: WsiFws8?

Going Deeper

If this conversation resonates and you’d like more structured, supported work around self-leadership, clarity, and positioning, you can also explore the Unstoppable You Mastermind™.

Leadership isn’t about doing more.
It’s about choosing differently.

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Julie shares her biggest lessons from what she calls a refiner’s year. A year that stripped back, clarified, and rebuilt how she leads, works, and lives. From redefining her business model, to launching Lead.Her Collective, to stepping into deeper alignment through Human Design, this is not a recap. It is a debrief. One rooted in awareness, not hustle.

This episode walks you through 10 powerful reflective questions designed to help you unpack what truly mattered in 2025, and to consciously choose what you will carry forward into 2026. These are not achievement-based questions. They are alignment questions.

Perfect for leaders, business owners, and high-performing women who have spent the year holding it all together and are now ready to finish it clear, grounded, and intentional about what comes next.

Key Topics Covered:

• How Julie refined her leadership and business to align with purpose and energy
• The story behind Lead.Her Collective and Unstoppable You Mastermind
• What real rest looks like, and why half-working holidays don’t count
• The 10 reflective questions that shape clarity for the year ahead
• Why refinement, not reinvention, is your greatest leadership advantage entering 2026

Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome and reflection on 2025
02:15 – Why this is a debrief, not a recap
04:30 – What 2025 taught me about refinement and alignment
07:00 – Letting go of old versions of yourself
09:45 – The five pillars now shaping my business model
13:20 – The birth of Lead.Her Collective and Unstoppable You Mastermind
17:10 – Real rest and why it changed everything
20:50 – The 10 questions that set the runway for 2026
28:45 – The shift from achievement to alignment
32:00 – Final message: refine what matters and lead into 2026 with intention

Links:

Learn more about my upcoming group coaching program here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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In this episode of Leading You, Julie sits down with bestselling author, speaker, and productivity expert Donna McGeorge to explore her latest book Red Brick Thinking. Donna shares why we’re all addicted to “more” – more meetings, more systems, more commitments – and how this addition bias is fuelling overwhelm and burnout.

Together, they unpack how to recognise your red bricks (the things weighing you down), why subtraction is the real productivity strategy, and how letting go can create space for clarity, creativity, and calm.

If you’ve ever felt buried under too much to do, too much to manage, or too much pressure to perform, this conversation will give you the permission – and practical steps – to simplify.

Key Themes

• Why our instinct is to add, not subtract, when facing problems
• How to identify your personal and professional red bricks
• The emotional, cultural, and structural weights that keep us stuck
• How leaders can model strategic subtraction for their teams
• Why letting go creates the space your future self will thank you for

Episode Time Stamps

00:00 Introduction – Donna’s mission to help leaders work smarter, not harder
03:30 What inspired Red Brick Thinking and the research behind “addition bias”
08:15 How strategic subtraction works in real life
13:20 The emotional, cultural, and structural red bricks we carry
18:45 The unconscious contracts we sign at work and home
24:10 Letting go of obligation and people-pleasing
28:30 How leaders can model red brick thinking for their teams
34:00 Practical steps to start removing your own red bricks
38:45 Donna’s final message – why today’s decisions are gifts to your future self

Links:

Learn more about my upcoming group coaching program here

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Donna:
Website: https://www.donnamcgeorge.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmcgeorge/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnamcgeorge

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But what if nothing is going wrong?
What if you’re being refined for the version of you that 2026 requires?

In this powerful episode, Julie explores why the defining seasons of leadership often feel like grief, frustration, and transition. She unpacks why alignment rarely feels calm at the beginning, how to navigate the loneliness of growth, and what it truly means to lead yourself first.

This isn’t about hustling harder.
It’s about anchoring deeper.

You’ll walk away with practical reflection prompts and self-leadership cues you can use right now to turn this fire into fuel for your next chapter.

Key Themes

• Growth doesn’t always feel good — sometimes it feels like loss.
• Feeling “messy” often means you’re becoming more aligned, not less.
• Balance is outdated — anchored leadership is the new standard.
• Your next level requires self-trust, capacity, and boundaries.
• Reflection is the gateway to who you're becoming.

Episode Time Stamps

00:00 - Welcome & why the “fire” before the glow up matters
03:15 - Why feeling uncertain or messy is actually proof of growth
06:40 - The loneliness that comes with outgrowing people & environments
10:20 - The myth of balance — and what true self-alignment looks like
14:00 - Burnout, boundaries & belief: reflections on where you are now
18:30 - Preparing to meet the version of you required for 2026
22:00 - Close & what's coming next on Leading You

Links:

Learn more about my upcoming group coaching program here

Connect with Julie:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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With over 30 years of global experience and more than 180 businesses advised, Anthony knows what it takes to break through the boom-and-bust cycle and move from surviving to thriving.

In this episode, we explore:

• The four stages of business growth — and why so many companies get stuck in stage two.
• Why advisory boards aren’t just for big corporates (and how smaller businesses can benefit too).
• The difference between good advice and great governance.
• What happens when you choose the wrong advisors — and how to avoid it.
• The power of objectivity, vulnerability, and perspective in high-level decision-making.

Anthony also shares a real-world case study of a family-run business that reinvented itself during COVID, proving that the right support can turn crisis into opportunity.

This conversation is for any CEO, founder, or business owner ready to stop firefighting and start leading with clarity, confidence, and strategy.

Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction and episode overview
02:30 – Anthony’s journey from CEO to strategy advisor
06:15 – Why he wrote The CEO Game Changer
09:00 – The four stages of business growth
15:20 – When to consider creating an advisory board
19:45 – Real-life example: how Charlie’s Cookies pivoted during COVID
26:00 – The power of objectivity and external perspective
30:10 – What to do when your advisory board disagrees with you
35:00 – How to choose the right people for your board
42:00 – The vulnerability of leadership and why it matters
48:00 – Final thoughts: why advisory boards are a game changer

Get the book The CEO Game Changer: https://www.leadyourindustry.com/the-ceo-game-changer-book/

Links:

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Anthony:
Website: https://www.leadyourindustry.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonymoss

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In this episode, I share how a framework I would’ve once labelled “too woo woo” became one of the most practical tools for self-awareness I’ve ever started using: Human Design.

You’ll learn what Human Design actually is, why it’s not about crystals or clichés, and how it can help leaders — especially women — make better decisions, protect their energy, and operate in alignment with how they’re naturally wired.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, disconnected, or like you’re forcing your way through the day, this episode might just be the reset you didn’t know you needed

In This Episode

You’ll discover:

• What Human Design actually is and why it’s not as “woo woo” as it sounds.
• The five Human Design types and what they reveal about how you operate best.
• How to spot when you’re out of alignment (and what your energy is trying to tell you).
• The link between leadership and energy, and how awareness transforms how you lead.
• How I’m integrating Human Design into my group coaching to help women lead smarter, not harder.

Why You’ll Love It

This episode is a bridge between logic and energy, structure and flow.
It’s for the leaders who’ve mastered the frameworks — but still feel something’s missing.
Because when you understand how you’re designed to lead, you stop forcing it… and start flowing with it.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction: Why I never thought I’d talk about Human Design
03:40 – From structure to self-awareness: my journey through cancer and beyond
07:10 – What Human Design actually is
09:00 – The five Human Design types explained
12:30 – My design: Generator 6/2 – The Authentic Guide
18:20 – What alignment and frustration look like for generators
23:00 – How Human Design supports leadership and team dynamics
28:15 – Integrating energy awareness with mindset and strategy
32:00 – Real-life examples from clients using Human Design
36:10 – Why self-awareness is the ultimate leadership skill
40:00 – Final reflections and invitation to The Unstoppable You Mastermind

Resources Mentioned

• Explore your Human Design chart: https://www.mybodygraph.com
• Learn more about my upcoming group coaching program: https://juliehyde.com.au/leadher-mastermind

• Join the Lead.Her Collective™ Mastermind – Unstoppable You

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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Karen is one of Australia’s leading LinkedIn experts, helping professionals and business owners build authentic brands, craft compelling profiles, and connect - without the spammy sales tactics.

In this episode, Karen shares how she turned curiosity into a thriving LinkedIn strategy business, and why connection (not content) is the real key to growth on LinkedIn in 2025.

In This Episode

• The early days of LinkedIn and how Karen became one of the first to recognise its potential
• Why writing about yourself is so hard and how to sound human, not robotic
• The truth about the LinkedIn algorithm in 2025
• The mindset shift from vanity metrics to meaningful relationships
• How engagement and commenting can transform your brand visibility

Time Stamps

00:00 — Introduction
02:12 — Karen’s journey from recruiter to LinkedIn strategist
07:30 — Why writing your own profile is so hard
10:45 — Embracing imperfection and sharing your authentic story
16:20 — Common LinkedIn mistakes that hold people back
21:40 — Why connections matter more than content
28:00 — The truth about the LinkedIn algorithm in 2025
34:15 — The power of commenting and genuine engagement
38:40 — How to use AI without outsourcing your thinking
42:30 — Overcoming fear of visibility on LinkedIn
46:00 — Final reflections on confidence, courage, and connection

Key Takeaways

• Building your brand on LinkedIn starts with connection, not content. Treat it as a community, not just another social platform.
• Stop chasing followers — build relationships that matter.
• Your personality and story are your edge. Let your quirks and voice shine through.
• AI can’t replicate your thinking — your perspective is what makes your content magnetic.
• Engagement isn’t just posting — it’s showing up, commenting, and adding to the conversation.

Resources and Links

• Join the Lead.Her Collective™ Mastermind – Unstoppable You 
• Connect with Julie Hyde on LinkedIn

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Karen:
Website: https://karentisdell.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karentisdell/ 

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Julie unpacks why this paradox matters, the hidden costs of not owning your leadership identity, and how shifting your perspective can change everything - from confidence and career opportunities to legacy and impact.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• What the Identity Paradox is and why it keeps women from claiming leadership
• How outdated leadership models shape our self-perception
• The cost of waiting for recognition instead of creating it
• Why the “balcony view” beats firefighting on the dancefloor
• Three reflection questions to help you step into your leadership identity today
• Julie’s personal story of rebuilding her leadership brand in just one year

Episode Timestamps

• 00:00 Welcome and why this episode matters now
• 02:08 “Hands up if you identify as a leader” (what happened next)
• 05:10 The myths that keep women from claiming leadership
• 10:40 The Identity Paradox explained
• 16:20 My corporate wake-up call: from expert support to leader
• 20:35 Dancefloor vs balcony—how to rise above the noise
• 24:18 Three daily questions that shift your leadership trajectory
• 29:40 Reflection prompts and invitation to step forward
• 32:10 Lead.Her Collective: building the CEO of you

Resources and Links

• Join the Lead.Her Collective™ Mastermind – Unstoppable You 
• Connect with Julie Hyde on LinkedIn

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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Anita shares her journey from corporate lawyer to building a global brand rooted in storytelling, personality, and connection. She opens up about overcoming fear, embracing her quirks, and why professional doesn’t have to mean boring.

We also unpack the role of AI in business and copywriting—including how Anita built Fetti Bot, her own AI tool, to save 60+ hours a month while still protecting the human creativity that makes content connect.

If you’ve ever wondered how to stand out in a noisy world, this episode will show you why your voice, quirks, and story are your biggest competitive edge.

Timestamps
00:00 – Welcome & Anita’s intro
03:15 – From law to words: career shift
10:40 – Why “sounding good” doesn’t equal connecting
16:50 – Owning your quirks and weirdness
25:20 – Embracing AI in copywriting
34:00 – What Fetti Bot is and how it works
41:15 – Protecting IP in the AI era
49:00 – Final thoughts on courage & connection

Links:

Get the Clarity Compass Mini Program
Join the Lead.Her Mastermind coaching program

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Anita:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anitasiek/
Wordfetti: https://wordfettigroup.com/
Fifi the Fetti Bot (join the club to get access to FiFi GPT): https://juliehyde--wordfetti.thrivecart.com/club/

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In this episode, Julie Hyde unpacks the one shift that’s no longer optional for leaders—especially high-performing women who still feel unseen, stuck, or burnt out despite all they’re doing.

This isn’t about doing more. It’s about showing up differently with courage, clarity, and intention.

Julie shares the real cost of playing small (spoiler: it’s not just your confidence - it’s your legacy), and offers a powerful reframe on what it means to lead now. If you’ve ever felt like you’re waiting for permission, this is your wake-up call.

Drawing from her personal story—walking away from corporate, reshaping her business, and facing down cancer—Julie reveals how courage became her through line. And how it can be yours too.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why courage, not confidence, is the new standard of leadership
• The silent cost of staying in misaligned roles and relationships
• How to recognise where you’re still waiting for permission
• 3 small but bold moves you can take today to lead and live with intention

Episode Timestamps:

[00:00] Intro: The moment that sparked this conversation
[02:45] When being brilliant at your job isn’t enough
[05:12] Why women stay in misaligned roles or relationships
[07:30] The real cost of waiting to be chosen
[10:20] The legacy gap: What you leave behind vs. what you intended
[13:08] A personal story: Cancer, corporate, and choosing differently
[17:40] Why courage—not confidence—is the new standard
[20:00] How to recognise when you’re playing small
[22:15] 3 small bold moves to shift your leadership today
[26:00] Final message: You don’t need permission to choose yourself

Whether you're mid-career, at a crossroads, or ready to stop blending in, this episode will help you choose yourself - unapologetically.

Listen now and start building the legacy you actually want.

Links:
Get the Clarity Compass Mini Program

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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In this deeply human and confronting episode of Leading You, I’m joined by Tracy Hall, advocate, author, and survivor of intimate fraud.

Tracy’s story begins with a Crime Stoppers video. A blurry arrest. A name she didn’t recognise. And the sickening realisation that the man she had loved for 18 months was not who he said he was.

Together, we unpack how grooming really works, not through loud red flags, but through subtle, believable beige ones. From carefully crafted details to plausible stories, Tracy helps us understand how even the most intelligent, capable people can be caught in a web of deceit. She also challenges the victim-blaming narratives still dominating headlines and explains why words like “lost money” completely erase the crime.

This conversation isn’t just about financial loss. It’s about grief, shame, reclaiming your voice, and the quiet strength it takes to speak out. Tracy’s journey from devastation to advocacy is a masterclass in resilience and truth-telling and a reminder that prevention starts with compassion, not judgment.

In this episode, we cover:

• How grooming really happens and why “beige flags” are harder to spot than red ones
• The emotional and psychological toll of intimate fraud
• Why victim-blaming language causes harm and what to say instead
• How men in their 60s and teens are being increasingly targeted
• Practical steps to take if your gut says something is off
• How Tracy reclaimed her voice through Who the Hell is Hamish?, her memoir The Last Victim, and advocacy work

Actions & Insights:

• If your gut says “something’s off,” pause and talk to someone you trust
• Use direct, respectful questions if you're worried about someone you care about
• Report even if you never go public, it helps build the data that protects others
• Review how you discuss fraud within your team, at home, or in the workplace. Language matters

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome and intro to Tracy Hall
02:10 – The morning everything changed: the Crime Stoppers video
05:20 – Shock, denial, and the first call with detectives
08:45 – The layered toll: financial, emotional, and psychological
12:30 – Grooming and the “beige flags” that add up
17:40 – Why friends’ perspectives matter—and how to use direct language safely
22:15 – Reclaiming voice: Who the Hell is Hamish?, writing The Last Victim
27:50 – Changing narratives: media framing, reporting, and advocacy
32:10 – Who’s being targeted now (yes, men in their 60s and teens)
36:00 – Practical steps if something feels wrong
39:40 – Tracy’s message for anyone feeling powerless
41:50 – Wrap-up

Resources & Support:

📘 The Last Victim by Tracy Hall
🎧 Podcast: Who the Hell is Hamish?
🛠️ Support Services:

• IDCARE (cyber & identity support)
• 1800RESPECT (coercive control, safety & counselling)
• Lifeline 13 11 14 (24/7 mental health support)

Join the Courage to Be You masterclass here. Happening on Tuesday, 23rd September

Share this episode:

• Tag @juliehyde and @tracyhall on LinkedIn or Instagram
• Use the hashtag #LeadingYouPodcast
• Rate, review & subscribe if this story moved you

Because sunlight is the antidote to shame.
And truth-telling is its own form of leadership.

Links:
Get the Clarity Compass Mini Program

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

Connect with Tracy:
Website: https://tracyhall.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracyleehal

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In this solo episode of Leading You, I unpack a conversation I hear far too often:
“I’m brilliant at what I do… so why am I invisible?”

Flawless execution won’t get you promoted. Long hours and loyalty won’t make you unmissable. And burnout isn’t always a result of doing too much - it’s often a sign of overfunctioning and “pushing too hard”.

I share a raw story from my own corporate career - a moment where, despite being the go-to, high-performing support for a senior leader, I was passed over for a promotion. Not because of lack of skill. But because I’d positioned myself as the support act, not the star.

This episode is a wake-up call for high-performing women who’ve been quietly waiting to be noticed. Because in today’s leadership landscape, recognition doesn’t come from hard work alone. It comes from positioning, visibility, and the courage to own your edge.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why being excellent isn’t the same as being visible
• How to recognise when you’re blending in - and what it’s costing you
• The trap of over-functioning and waiting to be chosen
• Why positioning and courage matter more than flawless delivery
• How to shift from being the option to being the standard
• A powerful call to own your story, voice, and leadership identit

Actions & Reflection Prompts:

• Where are you still blending in — and what would it look like to stand out?
• Stop waiting for permission to use your voice. Speak now.
• Anchor yourself with a personal “Who I Am” statement — not a résumé.
• Ask: Am I positioning myself as a leader, or someone who supports one?

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Why “being good” is no longer enough
03:15 – The lie we’re told early in our careers
06:40 – A story of being overlooked despite excellence
12:20 – The cost of staying invisible
16:05 – Why positioning changes everything
19:50 – Practical steps to own your edge
24:10 – Final reflections: courage is the new standard

Links:
Join the Courage To Be You Masterclass
Get the Clarity Compass Mini Program

Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/
Instagram: @juliehydeleads
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In this episode of Leading You, I’m joined by Vinisha Rathod, founder of P3 Studio and author of The Briefcase Effect, for a powerful and refreshing conversation about personal brand as a form of self-leadership — not performance.

Vinisha introduces her signature framework: Unpack → Carry → Amplify, guiding us to take stock of the habits, relationships, and mindset we bring into every room. Instead of building a brand for others, she shows us how to curate what supports you, so you become a magnet for aligned opportunities — and a gentle deterrent to what no longer fits.

We explore the role of boundaries, friendship audits, and even your internal “hormone squad” — dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins — as part of the energy and presence you carry. From how you introduce yourself, to how you show up online, this episode is a call to rethink the signals you send — and take back ownership of how you lead.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why personal brand is really about self-leadership, not polish
• The Briefcase Effect framework: Unpack, Carry, Amplify
• How to audit your habits, friendships, and support systems
• The science of the “hormone squad” and how it affects your energy
• A powerful reframe for answering the question: “What do you do?”
• Why consistency, relatability, and intention matter more than perfection
• How to attract aligned opportunities by being who you already are

Actions & Reflection Prompts:

• What are you currently carrying in your “briefcase”?
• Which habits, people, or beliefs are supporting you — and which are draining you?
• How are you showing up online, and does it reflect who you really are?
• Try this intro: What I’m good at → What I do → Why it matters

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome and the idea of “what’s in your briefcase?”
02:10 – Meet Vinisha Rathod and her book The Briefcase Effect
04:00 – Becoming a magnet for aligned opportunities
06:30 – The framework: Unpack → Carry → Amplify
09:10 – Friendship audits and curating support systems
12:05 – Why relatability beats polish in modern leadership
15:00 – Your online presence as your 24/7 résumé
17:30 – Habits that help vs habits that hinder
20:40 – The hormone squad and your leadership energy
24:10 – Connection, loneliness and memory-making
27:00 – The empty house problem: success without relationships
29:15 – Reframing how we answer “What do you do?”
33:30 – Hiring A-players and building inclusive cultures
37:10 – Becoming the person who adds to the room
40:00 – Closing reflections and invitations

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Connect with Vinisha:
Book: The Briefcase Effect 
Website: https://thebriefcaseeffect.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinii_shar/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinisharathod/

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In this solo episode of Leading You, I explore the identity crisis that so many high-performing leaders quietly experience. We’ve spent years defining ourselves by roles, achievements, and external success. But when the titles fall away… who’s left?

Inspired by a powerful moment in another podcast where CEOs and board members struggled to answer the question “Who are you as a person?” without listing their career history, I unpack why this question is so confronting, and why your answer matters more than ever.

This episode is a wake-up call for anyone stuck in proving, striving, or living out of alignment with their core. You’ll learn how to reconnect with your true identity, why it’s a leadership superpower, and a practical tool to anchor yourself during times of change.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why “Who are you?” is so often answered with a job title and what that reveals
• How burnout, misalignment, and non-stop striving disconnect us from ourselves
• Why your résumé is not your worth
• The power of writing a Who I Am statement
• How remembering who you are changes how you lead and live

Actions & Reflection Prompts:

• Pause and ask: Who are you without your title or achievements?
• Write your own Who I Am statement - your values, passions, and what truly matters
• Revisit it regularly, especially during change or when you feel off-track
• Share this episode with someone who needs to be reminded: you are more than what you do

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome to Leading You
01:15 – The question every leader should ask
04:10 – What CEOs said when asked “Who are you as a person?”
06:45 – My own experience of losing and reclaiming identity
09:20 – When proving yourself becomes your identity
13:30 – Misalignment, burnout, and forgetting who you are
17:00 – Prompts to reconnect with your true self
21:15 – Using your Who I Am statement as an anchor
25:00 – Final reflections and an invitation to pause

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Because when you remember who you are, you lead from truth - not from titles.

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In this episode of Leading You, I’m joined by Tim Jack Adams, founder of GreenX7 and global voice in wellbeing and connected leadership, for a powerful conversation on energy, burnout and sustainable success.

We explore the question that’s shifting workplace culture around the world: How’s your battery?
It’s not just a check-in. It’s a radical reframe of what it means to thrive in leadership and life.

From high-functioning burnout to the science of grounding, Tim shares his personal story and practical tools for building energy-aware cultures—ones where people perform without burning out.

This isn’t a fluffy wellbeing chat. It’s a call to rethink how we work, lead and live.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why “How’s your battery?” unlocks more honesty than “Are you okay?”
• The four types of energy every leader must protect: physical, mental, emotional, social
• Why success without energy is a silent crisis in leadership
• How high-performing leaders hide burnout behind achievement
• The science behind nature, grounding and nervous system reset
• Why movement, breath, and connection are your best leadership tools
• How to build cultures that are high-performing and human

Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Meet Tim Jack Adams and the origin of GreenX7
01:50 – The story behind “How’s your battery?”
04:30 – Black swan syndrome: burnout in high achievers
06:30 – Signs your battery is running low
08:45 – Self-leadership as the foundation of wellbeing
10:00 – Debunking the productivity = hours myth
12:00 – Energy-first leadership: a new lens on performance
13:30 – The 4 energy dimensions that fuel sustainable leadership
16:00 – The loneliness epidemic and why “busy” isn’t a badge
18:00 – Nature, breath, and the biology of clarity
21:30 – Leadership presence, play and cultural shift
24:00 – Grounding and barefoot science
27:00 – Tim’s daily recharge rhythm
28:45 – Final reflection: what’s really worth your energy?

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Check your Battery Here
Weblink: http://www.greenx7.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-jack-adams-75727111/
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What if your self-doubt isn’t a flaw, but a sign you’re growing?

In this solo episode of Leading You, I’m flipping the script on imposter syndrome.

We talk a lot about confidence, courage and mindset on this podcast, but what if what we call “imposter syndrome” is actually something else? What if that discomfort you’re feeling isn’t a red flag... but an invitation?

I share a personal story about the self-doubt that hit me hard while planning a women’s leadership event, and the tools I used to shift from stuck to showing up. We also explore why the labels we give ourselves (like “perfectionist” or “people pleaser”) can limit us, and how naming your inner critic might just be the most powerful move you make this week.

This episode is a mindset reframe, a call to action, and a deeply practical toolkit for any leader who’s felt not-good-enough, not-ready, or like they don’t belong.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why not all self-doubt is imposter syndrome
• The neuroscience of labels, and how they shape our identity
• What to do when confidence is nowhere to be found
• The surprising upside of naming your inner critic
• Three tools to help you shift out of fear and into aligned action
• Why “ready enough” is often the only kind of ready that matters
• How to anchor into your values when doubt creeps in

Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome and a reframe of imposter syndrome
01:00 – Why imposter syndrome thrives in high-achievers
03:00 – What if doubt is growth in disguise?
04:00 – Behind the scenes: My leadership dinner doubts
06:00 – The danger of labels and over-identifying with them
08:00 – Why the brain clings to identity (even if it holds us back)
11:00 – Meet “Maude”: my inner critic
12:00 – The 3 mindset tools I rely on when I feel stuck
14:00 – You don’t need to feel 100% ready
15:00 – Final reframe and invitation to lead from growth, not fear

Tune in now for a powerful mindset shift that’ll move you from paralysis to progress.
Because the next version of you? She’s already on her way.

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In this episode of Leading You, I sit down with emotional intelligence expert, speaker, and author Amy Jacobson to unpack what EQ really looks like in today’s high-performing, fast-moving workplaces.

We explore why emotional intelligence is no longer just a “soft skill”- it’s a critical leadership advantage. From navigating difficult conversations to building trust and team culture, EQ is the key to leading with clarity, confidence and connection.

Amy shares a powerful 5-step framework for high-stakes conversations, how to stop over-preparing and start connecting, and what leaders can do today to improve emotional agility and self-awareness.

Whether you're avoiding tough conversations, reacting under pressure, or simply want to be a more effective and human leader, this episode delivers real tools for lasting impact.

What we cover in this episode:

• Why emotional intelligence is the new competitive edge in leadership
• How EQ transforms team performance, trust, and culture
• The biggest reason leaders avoid hard conversations
• Amy’s 5-step strategy for leading with clarity under pressure
• How your emotional wiring impacts your leadership style
• The link between EQ and self-leadership
• What emotionally intelligent leadership looks like in action
• Simple mindset shifts to lead more effectively today

Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Meet Amy Jacobson: Emotional intelligence expert and author
01:00 – Why emotional intelligence is the new leadership edge
03:45 – The real reason leaders avoid hard conversations
05:30 – EQ’s impact on team trust, culture and performance
07:20 – Amy’s 5-step framework for emotionally intelligent conversations
10:00 – When over-preparing becomes a leadership liability
13:00 – Understanding emotional wiring and self-leadership
15:30 – Real-world examples of EQ in high-performing teams
18:00 – One small mindset shift that boosts EQ

EQ starts with you. And it starts now.

Tune in now to build trust, deepen connection, and lead with emotional agility.

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Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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Website: https://amyjacobson.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyjacobson_ei
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/finding-your-y/

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This episode isn’t about what you stand for. It’s about what you refuse to stand for—and why those boundaries say even more about your leadership than your best highlight reel ever could.

If you’ve ever found yourself in a situation that looked good from the outside but felt wrong on the inside, this is your reminder that leadership isn’t about applause. It’s about alignment.

Because the moments you say no—especially when it costs you—are the ones that define who you really are.

In this episode, we cover:

• The behind-the-scenes story of Julie’s Malaysia keynote
• What happened when a live snake was brought on stage
• The tension between visibility, values, and performance
• Why drawing a boundary may cost you—but is always worth it
• How to reconnect with your own leadership non-negotiables

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro: The untold side of leadership
01:00 – The setup: a keynote in Malaysia
03:00 – The unexpected moment: a snake, live on stage
04:00 – Why Julie refused to participate
05:00 – Standing firm in personal values
06:00 – The professional fallout—and inner peace
07:30 – Why your “no” matters more than applause
08:00 – Redefining what real leadership looks like
09:00 – Your reflection: what won’t you stand for?
10:30 – Quiet choices that build legacy
11:00 – Final thoughts and journal prompts

Reflection Prompt:

What’s something you quietly refuse to tolerate—even when others expect you to

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But here’s the uncomfortable truth, busy isn’t always about productivity. Sometimes it’s a mask. A defence mechanism. A way to avoid discomfort, decisions, or even deeper truths.

Julie shares the health scare that brought her own busyness into sharp focus, and the mindset shift that changed everything. If you’ve ever found yourself measuring worth in how much you juggle, this is the reminder you didn’t know you needed.

Whether you’re teetering on the edge of burnout, trying to do it all, or just sick of running on autopilot, this episode is your call to slow down, get real, and lead differently.

In this episode, we cover:

• The subtle (and sneaky) ways busy becomes part of your identity
• What you might be avoiding when you keep saying yes
• The burnout spiral and what it really costs
• Why “I’m fine” can be the biggest red flag of all
• How to press pause and choose a different pace
• A challenge to reflect and reclaim how you want to show up

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro: Why we need to stop saying “busy”
02:00 – The post-pandemic promise we’ve already broken
03:45 – Busy as avoidance: what are you really running from?
06:30 – My personal wake-up call (and the health scare that forced me to stop)
09:00 – The signs we ignore—until our bodies force us to pay attention
11:15 – Leadership isn’t about how much you can juggle—it’s about how well you lead yourself
13:00 – What would shift if you chose alignment over adrenaline?
15:00 – Your call to action: lead the day on purpose

Reflection Prompt:

Where are you using busy as a shield?
What would change if you stopped and chose differently?

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In this powerful episode of Leading You, I’m joined by Di Mantell - former ICU nurse turned CEO and board director - whose career is living proof that leadership doesn’t have an expiry date. From the hospital ward to leading Australia’s largest healthcare PPP, Di’s journey challenges everything we think we know about relevance, purpose, and what it means to lead well at every stage of life.

We unpack what it takes to stay visible, confident, and values-driven in a world that often overlooks older women or expects them to step aside. Di shares how she found her voice in male-dominated spaces, why courage must come before confidence, and the pivotal moment that made her realise she was playing small.

Whether you’ve felt invisible, underused, or unsure of your next move, this episode is your reminder that your leadership still matters - perhaps now more than ever.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why job titles don’t define you - your values and voice do
• The difference between sponsorship and mentorship (and why women need both)
• What to do if you feel unseen or overlooked at work
• The habit that’s quietly undermining your leadership
• How to lead with purpose, not just position
• Why reinvention is your leadership edge

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Meet Di Mantell: ICU nurse to billion-dollar boardrooms
02:00 – The moment that shifted her leadership identity
05:00 – Feeling out of place but showing up anyway
07:00 – Owning your difference and standing in your values
09:00 – Playing small vs growing into your next chapter
12:00 – Why leadership evolves instead of expiring
14:30 – Moving from status to significance
16:00 – How sponsorship shapes careers
18:00 – The beliefs holding women back
20:00 – What to do if you feel invisible
22:00 – The one habit that quietly sabotages leadership
24:00 – Final words: reinvent, back yourself, and lead differently

Want to reflect more deeply?
Ask yourself:

• Am I bringing my full self to the rooms I’m in - or shrinking to fit in?
• Who sees the real power in my leadership - and have I asked them?
• What’s one small, brave step I can take this week to evolve?

Know someone who feels like her time has passed? Share this episode.
🎧 Listen now and reclaim your space as a leader - at any age, any stage, in any room.

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Website: https://dimantell.com/
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In this honest solo episode of Leading You, Julie unpacks the quiet, insidious kind of burnout that so many high-achieving women experience—the one that hides behind the word “fine.” It’s not the dramatic collapse we associate with burnout. It’s the slow erosion that happens when your choices don’t match your values.

From juggling work and ageing parents to people-pleasing and pushing through, this episode will help you spot the early warning signs and reconnect with your energy before burnout takes hold.

If you’ve been feeling numb, resentful, or simply “off,” this is your invitation to pause, reflect, and choose differently.

 In this episode, we cover:

• Why burnout isn’t just about workload—it’s about misalignment

• The truth behind the word “fine” and why it’s a red flag

• How small daily choices either drain or empower you

• Real-life examples from women juggling too much for too long

• Why reclaiming your energy is the ultimate leadership move

• Three powerful reflection prompts to help you reset

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome and introduction
01:00 – The danger behind the word “fine”
02:00 – What the burnout stats are really telling us
04:00 – Misalignment: the hidden root cause
06:00 – Real-life story: an executive caught in the juggle
08:00 – Why burnout is a self-leadership issue
09:00 – You are the CEO of your energy
11:00 – The power of the pause
13:00 – 3 reflection questions to uncover what’s really going on
15:00 – Burnout as erosion, not explosion
16:00 – Final thoughts and your invitation to shift

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Download the  Clarity Compass to reconnect with what matters most and lead with intention.
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In this bold and brilliant episode of Leading You, Julie sits down with Claire, better known as DJ FADJ—a former mortgage broker turned international DJ, entrepreneur, and founder of an inclusive DJ school for women and kids.

From playing private gigs for Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, and the AFL Brownlow, to empowering thousands of women to find confidence behind the decks, Claire shares her powerful story of reinvention, resilience, and redefining what’s possible.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a role that no longer fits—or you're craving a pivot that feels wild and aligned—this episode is for you.

In this episode, we cover:

• How motherhood sparked a radical career rethink
• The magic of saying yes before you're ready
• Breaking into male-dominated industries with courage and style
• Why DJing “like a girl” is a power move—not a weakness
• Building community and confidence through music
• Creating a legacy that’s true to you

Whether you're navigating change or craving clarity, Claire’s story is proof that you don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to back yourself—and take one bold step.

Episode Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome and intro
01:00 – From finance broker to DJ FADJ
04:00 – How motherhood prompted a powerful career shift
06:00 – The first gig: saying yes before she was ready
08:00 – The snowball effect: from local to global
10:00 – Founding a DJ school during COVID
13:00 – What it’s like to stand out in a male-dominated industry
16:00 – The power of self-doubt and playing your way
19:00 – Gigs of a lifetime: Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, Formula 1
22:00 – The Disco Club: empowering women through dance
24:30 – Final advice for bold pivots and brave leadership

Want more inspiration? Listen now on your favourite platform, and share this episode with someone ready to lead with heart, rhythm and reinvention.

Need clarity on your own bold leap? Download the Clarity Compass to reconnect with what matters most.

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Website: https://juliehyde.com.au

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Website: https://www.houseoffadj.com.au/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-o-shea-b764a526/
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This isn’t just about burnout. It’s about identity. About tying our worth to achievement, KPIs, and how much we can juggle without falling apart.

Julie shares her own story of hitting that wall—and the uncomfortable but life-changing reflection that followed. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Who am I when I’m not delivering, achieving, or proving?”—this episode is for you.

Whether you’re in a season of change, navigating self-doubt, or simply feeling disconnected from your leadership voice, this is a powerful invitation to pause, reflect, and reset.

In this episode, we cover:

• The subconscious patterns that keep high achievers in proving mode
• Why leadership burnout is more about disconnection than capacity
• What happens when you outgrow your identity—but keep wearing the same jacket
• The real cost of shrinking to fit outdated versions of yourself
• The power of pressing pause and asking: Who am I now?
• Practical prompts to help you reconnect with your true leadership identity
• Why clarity creates courage—and how to find yours

Episode Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Introduction and episode context
• 01:00 – The dangerous link between achievement and identity
• 02:15 – Why high performers get stuck in the “doing equals value” loop
• 03:45 – The moment I realised I didn’t know myself outside of my work
• 05:00 – How proving becomes a silent addiction for many leaders
• 06:30 – The concept of “oversized jackets” and outdated self-images
• 08:15 – When we outgrow roles but stay because of fear or guilt
• 09:30 – The emotional and energetic cost of shrinking to fit
• 10:45 – What happens when we finally press pause and reflect
• 11:30 – The questions I asked to reconnect with my leadership self
• 12:15 – How clarity gives you the courage to choose differently
• 13:00 – Shifting from performance to presence in leadership
• 14:00 – A call to stop apologising for outgrowing where you are
• 15:00 – Wrap-up, reflection prompt, and next steps

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We explore the essential human skills that will never go out of date—emotional intelligence, storytelling, self-awareness, humility—and how to develop them to become the kind of leader others want to follow.

Whether you’re leading a team, a business, or yourself, this conversation offers clear, practical strategies to help you lead with confidence, clarity, and real connection.

What we cover:

• Why soft skills are now business-critical
• The three timeless traits followers want from leaders
• How humility helps you build trust and negotiate better
• Why storytelling is your leadership superpower
• “Relevance deprivation syndrome” and how to avoid it
• How to identify your ‘prime capabilities’ and ‘human tasks’
• Four dangerous mindsets that make leaders obsolete
• How to embrace lifelong learning (without burning out)
• Using AI as a career tool—not a threat
• The role of feedback, reverse mentoring, and self-leadership in growth

Timestamps:

• 00:00 – Welcome to Leading You
• 00:44 – Meet Tony Frost: From Lawyer to Executive Coach
• 01:17 – The Urgency of Future-Proofing Your Career
• 01:54 – AI’s Impact on the Legal Industry
• 03:15 – Essential Skills for Leaders in an AI-Driven World
• 07:47 – Emotional Intelligence: The New Competitive Advantage
• 10:29 – Dangerous Mindsets for Leaders to Avoid
• 14:49 – How to Embrace Lifelong Learning Without Overwhelm
• 17:09 – Reverse Mentoring & Learning from the Next Generation
• 19:04 – Final Takeaways and Next Steps for Future-Ready Leadership

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Website: https://frostleadership.com.au/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-frost-cmc/
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In this solo episode, Julie Hyde gets brutally honest about the moments that pushed her to breaking point—financial stress, a cancer diagnosis, and the realisation that “fine” was a trap keeping her stuck. These weren’t just hard seasons. They were turning points. And they forced one truth to the surface.

When your back’s against the wall, you stop performing—and start leading from truth.
This isn’t about glorifying struggle. It’s about understanding the role discomfort plays in growth, alignment, and empowered decision-making. If you’ve been ignoring that quiet inner voice or waiting for the ‘right time’ to make a change… this is your wake-up call.

In this episode, Julie shares:

• Why we delay change until the pain outweighs the fear
• The biology of discomfort—and how it sharpens your focus
• Her personal story of rock bottom (twice)
• The mindset shift that put her back in the driver’s seat
• How to make one bold, aligned move—before crisis forces your hand

💡 This episode is for anyone stuck in the loop of “fine,” waiting for a sign, or silently burning out behind the scenes. It’s not about having all the answers—it’s about making one honest choice.

🎧 Listen now and take the first step back to yourself.

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction to Leading You Podcast
00:44 The Power of Tough Moments
01:30 Avoiding Complacency and Embracing Change
03:16 The Impact of Pressure and Clarity
05:23 Personal Story: Hitting Rock Bottom
08:05 Health Scare and Prioritizing Life
10:44 Empowered Choices and Alignment
14:47 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
16:09 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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In this powerful episode, I sit down with Stephenie Rodriguez—digital entrepreneur, TEDx speaker, and one of Women in Tech’s Top 100 of 2024. Stephenie’s story of survival after contracting cerebral malaria is nothing short of extraordinary.

Given a 2% chance of survival, she awoke from a coma to find both feet and part of her hand gone. But instead of giving up, she chose a different path—one of radical resilience, reinvention, and purpose.

From ICU to international para-athlete, Stephenie is now the first Australian woman to compete in para fencing since 1968. And she’s only getting started.

We talk about the mindset shift that changed everything, the rituals that anchor her, and her mission to impact a billion lives through tech, advocacy, and inclusion.

In this episode, we explore:

• The mosquito bite that changed her life forever
• Choosing to amputate both feet—and why it was an act of power
• The difference between surviving and truly living
• How Stephenie became her own best friend
• Why daily gratitude and affirmations became her non-negotiables
• Becoming a para-athlete and a global voice for inclusion
• The truth about identity, reinvention, and leading yourself forward

This episode is a masterclass in mindset, courage, and becoming who you were always meant to be.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to the Leading You Podcast
00:20 Meet Stephenie Rodriguez: Digital Entrepreneur and Global Changemaker
01:16 A Life-Altering Mosquito Bite
05:54 The Battle with Cerebral Malaria
08:11 The Road to Recovery and Resilience
11:59 Embracing Disability and Finding New Purpose
22:31 Becoming a Para Athlete and Fencer
26:16 Future Goals and Ongoing Impact
29:49 Conclusion and Call to Action

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Connect with Stephenie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalgodess/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/digitalgodess/
TEDx: https://www.ted.com/talks/stephenie_rodriguez_how_i_met_my_best_friend

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