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Sep 23, 2024 • 19min

Paul Zahra: Knowing when to quit a job, finding your superpower and starting the day at 4.30am

On this week’s episode, the CEO of the Australian Retailers Association Paul Zahra divulges when he thinks the perfect time to leave a job is, he reflects on the importance of using one’s uniqueness as a source of strength and discusses how he gets up before 5am every day. This podcast is sponsored by Hyperion Asset ManagementSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Sep 16, 2024 • 21min

Didier Elzinga: Making the right career choice, preparing for difficult conversations and lessons from Star Wars

This week Culture Amp CEO Didier Elzinga talks about the lessons he learned from Atlassian founders Mike Cannon-Brooks and Scott Farquhar, discusses the concept of the Hero's Journey and how leaders can use narratives to communicate better with their staff, and he reveals how he prepares for difficult conversations. This podcast is sponsored by Hyperion Asset Management  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Sep 9, 2024 • 19min

Sean Warner: How to pick trends, the allure of relatability and why there’s always a solution

On this week’s episode Sean Warner, the CEO of Universal Music Australia New Zealand, talks about the importance to staying close to cultural trends, draws comparisons between top recording artists and business leaders, and discusses his approach to solving problems. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Sep 2, 2024 • 19min

Vicki Doyle: Rebuilding after tragedy, making the job your own and the futility of worry

In this week's episode REST Super CEO Vicki Doyle talks about how the pivotal moment of her career coincided with a personal tragedy that upended her life; she reveals the advice that helped her take on the top job and why she doesn't worry so much. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 26, 2024 • 19min

Allegra Spender: Forgiving your future self, the weight of words and numbers, and why feedback is a gift

In this week’s episode independent federal member for Wentworth Allegra Spender opens up on how she got the job of a lifetime, discusses the importance of feedback and reveals how a tick bite resulted in her developing an unusual allergy. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 19, 2024 • 19min

Michael Rebelo: How to win back clients, simple hacks to add value for customers and the pitfalls of being too slick

Michael Rebelo, the CEO of Publicis Groupe for Australia and New Zealand, shares valuable insights from his extensive experience in the advertising industry. He discusses the power of graciousness in both winning and losing scenarios at work. Michael reveals productivity hacks, including voice-to-text tools, to enhance efficiency. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity in building client relationships and shares personal anecdotes about failure, highlighting the necessity of preparation and storytelling in successful pitches.
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Aug 12, 2024 • 19min

Sharon Lewin: Building a global network, managing emotions during crises and living a well rounded life

In this week’s episode Sharon Lewin, director of The Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity, talks about what she learnt about leading during a time of crisis and uncertainty following the tragedy of flight MH17, how those skills equipped her to lead through COVID-19 and the advice she would give her younger self. This podcast is sponsored by Aussie Broadband See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 5, 2024 • 19min

Why Mick O’Brien shuns ageism, his favourite interview questions and cycling against an Olympic gold medalist

In this week's episode, Equity Trustees CEO Mick O'Brien talks about the value of older workers, his favourite interview questions and cycling against Olympic gold medalist Cadel Evans in Tasmania. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 22, 2024 • 19min

Paul Xiradis: Learning about trading at the age of five, importance of celebrating wins and his office pet hate

In this week’s episode, CIO of Ausbil Paul Xiradis talks about his parents' influence on his work ethic and business acumen, how his love of gardening offers him an escape from financial markets and celebrating wins with a yearly bowling competition.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 15, 2024 • 19min

Renae Lattey: Favourite interview questions, prioritising self-care and tackling self-doubt

Renae Lattey, Chief Executive at King & Wood Mallesons, shares her favorite interview questions, importance of self-care, and dealing with self-doubt. She discusses overcoming impostor syndrome, prioritizing listening in meetings, work-life balance, and the value of asking insightful interview questions.

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