The Dynamic Leader Podcast

In this episode, Shelley speaks with Megan Dalla-Camina - Author, Founder, PhD Researcher, and guide for women ready to reclaim their power, trust their wisdom and create lives of meaning, impact and deep connection. For over two decades, Megan has worked at the intersection of women’s leadership, empowerment and spirituality. Her book Women Rising is the culmination of her extensive experience - from 18 years in the corporate sector to over a decade running her own company focused on women’s leadership and empowerment. Together, Shelley and Megan explore how patriarchal systems continue to shape our workplaces and lives and how understanding the six paradoxes of power can help us quiet the inner critic, take aligned action and create space for both women and men to thrive through more equitable systems, structures and communities.Grab a copy of Megan's book: https://megandallacamina.com/womenrisingbook/Connect with Megan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megandallacamina/Connect with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/⁠⁠Work with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://shelleyflett.com ⁠Shelley books: https://www.shelleyflett.com/shop

In this episode, Shelley sits down with leadership consultant and keynote speaker Daniel Murray to discuss the pivotal role of empathy in driving organisational success. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience across corporate and not-for-profit environments, Daniel shares insights on how empathy is a learnable skill that underpins effective leadership and high-performing teams. Together, they delve into why smaller organisations often excel through engaged workforces and dynamic leadership, with evidence showing that employees are most motivated when their work feels meaningful and impactful.Grab a copy of Daniel's book: https://theempathygap.com/Connect with Daniel: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-empathicconsulting/https://danielmurray.au/Connect with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/⁠⁠Work with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://shelleyflett.com ⁠Shelley books: https://www.shelleyflett.com/shop

In this episode, Shelley explores the difference between talking about change and actually making it happen. Through her leadership programs, she often hears what people should be doing - but when asked what they’re actually doing, the answers rarely align. Shelley invites listeners to consider one powerful question: “What’s the very first thing that needs to happen so all the other things can happen?” Drawing on the wisdom of stillness practices that have existed for centuries, she discusses how cultivating stillness of both the body and mind can lead to embodied decision-making and meaningful action. Sometimes, that first step is as simple as a walk in nature - allowing movement to quiet the mind and clarity to rise to the surface.Connect with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/⁠⁠Work with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://shelleyflett.com ⁠Shelley books: https://www.shelleyflett.com/shop

In this episode, Shelley speaks with Vinisha Rathod, founder of P3 Studio, a consultancy helping businesses scale through People, Partnerships and Purpose. With over 15 years of experience across government, corporate, tech and not-for-profit sectors, Vinisha is the go-to partner for leadership, strategy and culture that work in the real world. She is also the author of The Briefcase Effect, which shares her unique personal branding method - how to attract the right people and opportunities while letting go of what no longer aligns. Shelley and Vinisha dive into The Briefcase Effect - inspired by her dad and a powerful symbol of change - exploring what’s inside your own “briefcase,” how you design it with intention, carry it with confidence and amplify it through your mindset and presence. Together, they unpack how to integrate your real self, blending the old and the new to become the best version of you.Grab a copy of Vinisha's book: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0FDN5GJSNConnect with Vinisha: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinisharathod/Connect with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/⁠⁠Work with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://shelleyflett.com ⁠Shelley books: https://www.shelleyflett.com/shop

In this episode, Shelley sits down with Leanne Shelton, a global AI coach, trainer and keynote speaker, to explore the growing sense of overwhelm surrounding artificial intelligence. As the CEO and Founder of Human Edge AI Training, Leanne brings her expertise in copywriting and marketing to the conversation, emphasising that AI should amplify, not replace human experience. Together, they unpack the pressure to adopt AI, shift perspectives on its use and share strategies for embracing it confidently and the importance of learning to guide, question and collaborate with AI effectively. Shelley and Leanne highlight the importance of maintaining human connection in an increasingly digital world.Grab a copy of Leanne's book: https://humanedgeai.com/ai-human-fusion/Connect with Leanne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leanneshelton/Connect with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/⁠⁠Work with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://shelleyflett.com ⁠Shelley books: https://www.shelleyflett.com/shop

In this episode, Shelley sits down with Tim Jack Adams, who for over a decade has guided leaders and teams to reconnect with themselves and others through nature. Through his corporate programs, retreats and coaching, Tim has worked with global organisations, empowering people to build lasting wellbeing habits and achieve sustainable success in both work and life. Together, Shelley and Tim explore the power of being present, adding value and fostering belonging - for ourselves and others. Tune in as they share a framework for thriving sustainably with energy, purpose and vitality and the importance of self-worth, prioritising our own wellbeing and creating a life that supports mental health and vitality. Connect with Tim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timjackadams/https://www.instagram.com/greenx7/Connect with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/⁠⁠Work with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://shelleyflett.com ⁠Shelley books: https://www.shelleyflett.com/shop

In today’s episode, Shelley speaks with Stephanie Chung, a history-making executive, leadership consultant, and author of Ally Leadership, about the art of leading people who are not like us. Stephanie helps leaders move from awareness to action, building teams where differences become a competitive advantage rather than a source of conflict. One of the greatest challenges in leadership is knowing how to inspire, understand and improve performance in people whose backgrounds, cultures, values, communication styles and motivations may differ from our own. What makes one person excel may cause another to disengage and bridging that gap requires more than good intention - it calls for curiosity and empathy. Join Shelley and Stephanie as they explore practical tools to connect, engage and empower every team member, no matter how diverse their experiences or perspectives.Grab a copy of Stephanie's book: https://stephaniechung.com/books/Connect with Stephanie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thestephaniechung/Connect with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/⁠⁠Work with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://shelleyflett.com ⁠Shelley books: https://www.shelleyflett.com/shop

In this episode, Shelley challenges the notion of entitlement in leadership, asking whether leaders are in fact more entitled than their staff. She explores themes of hypocrisy, power dynamics and taking advantage—shifting perspectives to question what we accept as truth and how that might limit our views.With a focus on ownership, independence and autonomy, Shelley explores the gaps between what leaders expect and what they themselves deliver. True to her style, she mismatches perspectives, testing assumptions to uncover hidden truths and fresh insights. Join her as she provokes thought, sparks self-reflection and invites you to walk away with new ways of thinking, engaging and creating more balanced, win–win relationships.Connect with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/⁠⁠Work with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://shelleyflett.com ⁠Shelley books: https://www.shelleyflett.com/shop

In this episode, Shelley speaks with Camilla Thompson, an Australian nutritionist (NRN), executive wellbeing coach, author and leading expert in biohacking and integrative health. As the founder of The Wellness Coach, BioHackMe, and MouldSafe, Camilla draws on nearly a decade of experience in evidence-based nutrition, epigenetics, neuroplasticity and behavioural science to support performance, longevity and preventative health. Together, Shelley and Camilla explore how leaders can shift from sacrificing wellbeing for productivity to creating habits where health and performance work in synergy, while also discussing the future of personalised health, awareness and the need to empower people in active prevention.Grab a copy of Camilla's book: https://www.amazon.com.au/Biohack-Me-Practical-Everyday-Longevity/dp/1394334036Connect with Camilla: https://www.thewellnesscoach.org/Connect with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/⁠⁠Work with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://shelleyflett.com ⁠Shelley books: https://www.shelleyflett.com/shop

In this episode, Shelley speaks with Tracy Sheen on bringing AI with a human touch. With over three decades of experience across telecommunications, marketing and technology and as the author of The End of Technophobia and AI and U, Tracy is known for making complex digital concepts simple and accessible. Together they explore the legacy of AI, from its origins in 1956 to its role today as a modern extension of how humans have always externalised knowledge - whether through art, story, or now technology. Shelley and Tracy discuss both the concerns and possibilities AI presents, reframing it as a collaborator rather than a competitor and how curiosity, openness and practical use of AI can empower leaders and businesses to shape the future we want to create.Grab a copy of Tracy's book: https://aiandu.com.au/Connect with Tracy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracysheen/Connect with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/⁠⁠Work with Shelley: ⁠⁠https://shelleyflett.com ⁠Shelley books: https://www.shelleyflett.com/shop