The Dynamic Leader Podcast

In this episode Shelley interviews Pamela Jabbour, founder and CEO of Total Image Group, about fashion in the workplace and how uniforms give individuals confidence as well as unite teams to a common purpose. The passion in her work is about helping companies to tell a story through what they wear and help people to connect with their role, each other and their customers. It is the first impression that counts and it often comes down to what you wear. It’s a great conversation about something we don’t talk about much but really should! Connect with Pamela: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-jabbour-875a2325/ Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley speaks with CEO of Pragmatic Thinking, Alison Hill, about Working From Anywhere and how leaders best navigate the new skillset and landscape of remote, dispersed and hybrid teams. Ali shares the importance of having a framework that teams can align to and work with in their 'work from anywhere' environment. They use: 1. Performance: understanding that getting the work done is critical.  2. Culture: finding ways to connect. Aligning with the things we care about in our environment; and,  3. Autonomy: giving the freedom for people to do the work in a way that brings out their best. They talk about beliefs, fear and taking action to gain clarity around the best solution for the work and dynamics of your team. If you are leading a 'work from anywhere' team then this is one conversation you shouldn't miss!! Access the Team Identity Charter: https://pragmaticthinking.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/VLP-Team-Identity-Form.pdf Grab a copy of Work From Anywhere: https://www.booktopia.com.au/work-from-anywhere-alison-hill/book/9780730390879.html Connect with Alison: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fromalihill/ Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley shares with you her insights on approachability and specifically how approachable leaders achieve stronger and more sustainable outcomes. Additionally, leaders who are approachable will have greater connection, engagement and trust with their team. These are the leaders that others will be inspired to follow. Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

Colleen Callander is the founder of Mentor Me and the author of Leader by Design. She is the former CEO of well known clothing brand Sportsgirl and prior to that, Sussan. Colleen’s purpose in life is to inspire and empower people to lead in business and in life and to bring their best selves to wherever they are (work, community, home) every single day. In this episode she shares strategies from her book that are aimed to help manage work alongside all of the other things that come with life, like family, health, fitness, well-being and self-care. She now works with leaders to help them avoid reaching burnout and to become the best leader that they know how to be while still taking care of themselves. Among all the other gems in this conversation Colleen shares that a great culture has to start with the leader and her book can teach you how! Grab a copy of Leader By Design: https://majorstreet.com.au/products/leader-by-design-by-colleen-callander Connect with Colleen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colleen-callander-919678140/ Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

 🎙️🎙️PODCAST - Episode #58 - Interview with Suki Singh on Mental Strength🎙️🎙️ In this episode Shelley speaks with Suki Singh, ultra-marathon runner and author, about mental strength and how much of our success depends on our thoughts and our will to push through the discomfort. They talk about the three components of building this toughness around having a meaningful purpose, being well prepared and having a community that can support you along the way. Where any one of these are missing, your chance of failing increases, with all three present, you really are invincible! Grab a copy of his book: https://www.amazon.com.au/s?i=books-single-index&rh=p_27%3ASukant+Suki+Singh&s=relevancerank&text=Sukant+Suki+Singh&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1 Connect with Suki: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sukant-suki-a89996122/  Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley Flett speaks about perspective and how liberating and beneficial taking on a broader view of the world can be. Her key message is not necessarily to give up your own perspective or how you see the world, but more to loosen the grip that you have on it. Notice when it’s not helpful - when it begins to cloud your judgement or create bias or shut people down. Or when it doesn't allow expansion and innovation and the creativity we all need to thrive. For leaders, perspective is so important…being able to hold multiple different ways of experiencing the world, without necessarily having an opinion and certainly not having judgement towards another person. Connect with Shelley > https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley > https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley talks to Ingrid Messner, author of Naturally Successful - ‘How wise leaders manage their energy, influence others and create positive impact’, about sustainable leadership. Shelley refers to the wall that leaders sometimes feel they're banging their heads against and Ingrid offers an alternative with learning to dance with the wall and look for ways to go over, around or under it. She offers some really simple but powerful ways to stay connected, remain aware and achieve a sustainable way of leading into the future. Grab a copy of her book: https://www.ingridmessner.com/naturally Connect with Ingrid: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingridmessner/ Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this podcast Shelley speaks with Robert Kenn, Head of Tax at Thales, about the importance of networks and continually nurturing them. In the beginning Rob considered himself an anti-networker and viewed it as being a thing you did when you wanted or needed something. Today he considers himself an accidental-networker where he meets people, becomes curious about what they do and simply stays connected with them - not for any other reason than finding interest in them and what they do. Over the years Rob's network have offered him so much support and guidance as well as vastly different perspectives, he sees so much value in it. Connect with Rob > https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertkenn/ Connect with Shelley > https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley > https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley Flett talks about career resilience as being not only important to individuals in organisations but to leaders who are wanting to give their people support and offer an alternative view which enables them to take control of their own development and performance and rethink job security and what it means in uncertain times. She shares that job security is still a high need for many people in the workplace today and by addressing, rather than ignoring it, leaders can decrease the feelings of anxiety, stress and overwhelm that often come with it.  Shelley believes when you can self-initiate and be adaptable in your approach, aware of what’s going on around you and have a positive attitude focused on what’s possible, then you become more transferrable, reputable and promotable. And this is what organisations will want to hold onto! Download the white paper > https://shelleyflett.com/career-resilience-whitepaper/  Connect with Shelley > https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley > https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley speaks with Founder and CEO of Merry People, Danielle Holloway about the importance of mindset and how she remains open, collaborative, humble and positive while staying focused on the outcome. Dani is the leader that enjoys getting the most out of her people. She says that while things are challenging at times it means she’s growing as a leader. She doesn’t always have the answers but sees the importance of working with her team to find them. She believes that “your mindset determines your outcomes” and has solid routines that keep her balanced like daily exercise, eating well and getting a good nights sleep. This is a great conversation about showing up and giving the best version of yourself every day leading this through a positive mindset. If you’re worried about wet feet this winter be sure to treat yourself to a pair of warm, dry and cosy Merry People boots - they’re the best! https://merrypeople.com Oh and feel free to check out Locomotion (mentioned by Dani) for your employee wellness programs to address problems of poor posture. https://www.locomotionaus.com