Magical Learning Podcast
250 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago -Danette and Grahame have over 30 years experience in business, and have over 20 years experience as facilitators and consultants.
With a holistic view, this podcast covers not only how to improve your business, but how to help your employees enjoy their work, and how to improve yourself.
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Finding FISH in a Strengths-Based Practice (with Christopher Miller) - Ep. 211
July 19, 2024 04:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBYou've heard of a school of fish, but have you ever wanted to go to school to learn about FISH (Fulfilment, Inspiration, Success, and Happiness)? And how can you use those four words to monitor your life? Today, the team is talking on Danette's birthday to Christopher Miller. Christopher is a strengths -based business coach, author and now question card deck maker. He is the author of the amazing book Finding FISH in a Strengths-Based Practice: Fulfilment, Inspiration, Success, and Happines...
Recovering From a Setback - Ep. 210
July 14, 2024 23:54 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBWe all experience setbacks, but how do we bounce back from them? How do you continue in one area of life when another may be lacking? In today's one-on-one Reflections episode between Danette and Jez, we break down those questions and more.They share personal experiences and insights on how to bounce back from challenges and turn them into opportunities for growth. They emphasize the importance of surrendering to the reality of the setback, accepting it, and asking for help. They also highli...
The Importance of Soft Skills in Leadership and Work Life (with Leah Mether) - Ep. 209
July 05, 2024 04:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBToday we have a special one-on-one conversation between Danette and Leah Mether talkign about why "soft skills" are actually hard skills to master. Leah is a communication specialist and author, discusses the importance of soft skills in leadership and work life. She provides practical tips on how to disagree with respect without attacking others and emphasizes the need for emotional regulation and curiosity. Leah also highlights the significance of setting clear expectations as a leader a...
Following Intuition and Enthusiasm (with Marcel Kuhn) - Ep. 208
June 28, 2024 04:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBHow can people best utilise their enthusiasm to guide their career? In this episode of the Magical Learning Podcast, the team interviews Marcel Kuhn, a Swiss keynote speaker and expert in leading transformation. The conversation revolves around the topics of following intuition and enthusiasm in the workplace. Marcel emphasizes the importance of creating an environment that encourages collaboration, co-creation, and creativity. He suggests that leaders should let go of control and ego, an...
Master Your Meetings (with Paul McGregor) - Ep. 207
June 21, 2024 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBAre you in a lot of meetings that suck the life out of you? How can you make a meeting something that the team is looking forward to attending? In today’s fun chat, we talk to the awesome Paul McGregor. Paul is a speaker, author and facilitator who loves to start with questions, and use them to find answers. In today’s chat, Paul breaks down his recipes for much better settings, how to make sure everyone in your meeting is feeling heard, and how to make meetings that should be emails… well,...
Deliberate Leadership (with Rita Cincotta) - Ep. 206
June 14, 2024 04:01 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBWere you looking to become a leader, or was it just kind of something that happened to you? Are you looking to become a great leader? Well, no matter where you are at in your leadership journey, our returning guest and friend of the podcast Rita Cincotta joined us to discuss this idea of deliberate leadership. Rita has just released a new book called "You Are How You Lead" and this is one of the key areas it examines. You can pick up a copy of You Are How You Lead Here: https://ritacincott...
Managing Your Energy - Ep. 205
June 07, 2024 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBHow do you keep your energy levels up? How do you keep yourself from burning out? In today's hilarious podcast, the team discusses their recent activities and experiences, highlighting the importance of managing energy levels. They explore the factors that affect energy, such as sleep, mindset, and life's demands. The conversation delves into tips for better energy management, including focus, environment, and self-awareness. The chat covers various tips and strategies for employees and e...
Pivoting in Business - Ep. 204
May 31, 2024 04:03 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBWith the rise of AI and changing work environments, many businesses have to pivot. But what does that look like and how can you do it so that your business grows. Summary In this episode, the team discusses the topic of pivoting in business. They share personal examples of pivots they have made in their careers and discuss the importance of adapting to change. They also mention some examples of businesses that have successfully pivoted. The conversation explores examples of businesses that...
Lessons From Our First Jobs (Reflections #3) - Ep 203
May 24, 2024 04:00 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBWe have all had first jobs, and often, they have nothing to do with our future career. However, that doesn't mean they aren't full of amazing lessons we can carry on into our lives. In today's reflections episode, the team laughs and learns about each other's first jobs and what they learnt. From paper rounds and picking garlic to Hog's Breath Cafe and Mexican takeaway, this conversation was a blast from beginning to end. All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of...
Empowering Women at Work (with Emma McQueen) - Ep. 202
May 17, 2024 06:20 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBHow do we make our workplaces a great place for women to feel empowered? How can empowering women make everyon feel empowered? On todays amazing episode, we talk to the fabulous Emma McQueen. Emma is an amazing coach with an electric energy that breaks down not only how to create an amazing workplace where everyone feels empowered, but also why she is so passionate about this. Emma also talks about how men can empower their co-workers, friends and partners to support them and make a better ...
Strong: How to be a Great Sales Leader (with Anna Glynn) - Ep. 201
May 10, 2024 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MBCould your sales skills be better? How can you become a sales leader, and what does that really look like? In today's episode, we are joined by returning guest Anna Glynn to talk about her new book STRONG: How the best sales leaders engage, achieve, and thrive. She talks about her journey around sales, how to learn more sales skills if you are a freelancer, and what the influence of positive psychology has on sales. If you want to check out the book, you can get your copy here: https://ann...
Creating a Legacy (with Josh Comrie) - Ep. 200
May 03, 2024 04:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBIt's our big 200th episode today and we couldn't think of a better way to bring it in than a chat on the topic of legacy. How do you create a legacy you can be proud of? What does it mean to leave a legacy that doesn't involve work? Today we are joined by Josh Comrie to discuss this and more. With over 20 years of experience as an entrepreneur, investor and advisor, Josh has accumulated inside knowledge into what makes a business successful. His core competencies are: wealth creation, str...
The Leader's Ecosystem (with Dr Paige Williams) - Ep. 199
April 26, 2024 04:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBWhat is the best way to to create a good ecosystem for leaders? What can leaders do to create a good ecosystem for themselves? In this episode of the Magical Learning Podcast, Dr. Paige Williams discusses her new book, The Leaders Ecosystem, and explores various topics related to leadership and personal growth. The conversation covers themes such as creating anti-fragile teams, leading with love, and breaking out of the cycle of resilience. Dr. Paige emphasizes the importance of clarity of ...
Transforming the Bleak Landscape of Workforce Disengagement (with Cherie Mylordis) - Ep. 198
April 19, 2024 04:00 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBDid you know that 2/3rds of workers are passively disengaged? And that this has an effective loss of billions in the Australian economy? Well, time to change all of that. In today's amazing interview, we chat with Cherie Mylordis about how to fix this problem. Cherie is a work futurist, executive advisor and speaker on future-fit organisations, certified leadership, transformation and innovation coach, and creator of Nextgenify Leadership. In this conversation, Cherie Mylordis discusses th...
Reflections: A Small Change - Ep. 197
April 12, 2024 04:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBWe all want to improve ourselves, but that can feel stressful and overwhelming. So how big can a small change be? In this episode of the Magical Learning Podcast, the team discuss the concept of small changes and their impact. Everyone shares their own perspective on small changes, ranging from self-belief and learning preferences to community gardens and climate change. They also discuss practical strategies for reducing screen time and improving well-being. The conversation highlights the...
The Power of Story (with Lisa Gerber) - Ep. 196
April 05, 2024 03:00 - 42 minutes - 38.7 MBWe all tell ourselves stories everyday, but how important are those stories to how our life turns out? How important is our ability to tell stories? In this episode, Lisa Gerber discusses the power of storytelling and how it can be used to connect with others and convey ideas. Lisa is a speaker, author, and story strategist and communications expert who works with purpose-driven leaders to help them communicate to connect. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the needs of the au...
Being More Resourceful with your Budget (with Robert Bihar) - Ep. 195
March 29, 2024 03:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBWe all could be a little better with our budget, be it for life or work. Well, luckily we are joined by the wonderful Robert Bihar. Robert is a Finance Educator. A guide. He likes to shine a light on what’s behind the numbers. He also has 25 years in the C-Suite, where he taught basic finance skills to managers of large corporations. In this episode, the Magical Learning Podcast team is joined by Robert Bihar to discuss the topic of budgeting. The conversation covers various aspects of bud...
The Leader's Ecosystem (with Dr. Paige Williams) - Ep. 194
March 22, 2024 03:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBToday, the team is chatting to the amazing Dr. Paige Williams about her new book "The Leader's Ecosystem". What we’ve been told ‘good’ leadership looks like wasn’t designed to meet the needs, challenges and opportunities of the ecosystem we live and lead in now. The 9 critical essays in The Leaders Ecosystem provide a network of ideas and frameworks for leaders to successfully lead themselves, others, and systems to feel well and perform well through uncertainty. In today's podcast, we b...
Reimagining Careers and Lives (with Rebecca Sutherns) - Ep 193
March 15, 2024 03:00 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBSometimes we may start down one path, and then end up wanting something else. Well if this sounds like you, today we break down what that is like with our special guest Dr. Rebecca Sutherns. Dr. Rebecca is a facilitator at heart. She loves helping groups of people tap into their collective imagination and wisdom. She's also also an insightful strategist. She's been coaching the senior executives and Boards of mission-driven organizations for more than 25 years – primarily large nonprofits a...
Building Capability in a Business to Innovate and Transform Itself (with Lisa Carlin) - Ep. 192
March 08, 2024 03:00 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBStarting a business can be tough, but keeping it agile and able to keep up with changes can be even harder. Luckily on today's podcast we have Lisa Carlin. Lisa guides visionary CEOs, Executives and Directors to accelerate their transformation to a “Unicorn” organisation. Those working with Lisa have the sounding board and expert guidance they need to navigate success with speed and precision, so they can deliver growth and business value. We tackle how to know if your organisation is listeni...
Inclusion & Psychological Safety for Leaders (with Winitha Bonney OAM) - Ep. 191
March 01, 2024 03:00 - 47 minutes - 43 MBWhat are some of the biggest things businesses miss without inclusion? And how is inclusion related to psychological safety in leaders? Well today our guest Winitha Bonney OAM answers just that. Winitha Bonney OAM is a global expert in corporate inclusion and is Australia's first and foremost Thought Leader in the advancement of People of Colour. We not only hear about the work she does, but also her story. She then breaks down the team's questions around leadership, inclusion, listening an...
Critical Thinking (and How to Use it) - Ep. 190
February 23, 2024 03:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBWhat are some signs that you or someone you know may be low in critical thinking? How can you improve your critical thinking? Well, on today's podcast, we not only break down those questions, but also why critical thinking is important for your growth On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, John Scollen, Danette Fenton-Menzies All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nations, and we pay our respect to their elders past and present. As a...
How Things Have Changed (Reflections) - Ep. 189
February 16, 2024 02:52 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBWelcome to a new type of Magical Learning podcast: reflections. Today, each member of the team brings whatever comes to mind when they think of the phrase "How things have changed". Its a fun conversation, and if you jump onto Spotify, you can leave your thoughts on the topic. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Kanika Chopra, Danette Fenton-Menzies, Allegra Fenton-Menzies, Grahame Gerstenberg All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri...
Communication in Business & Conversational Intelligence Training (with Karl Bovenizer) - Ep. 188
February 09, 2024 03:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBWe all know how important communication is in all walks of life, but it is something we don't really study or often try to get better at. In today's conversation, Karl Bovenizer explains not only how to get better at it, but al so why it is so important. He talks about how to get to a 3rd type of conversation faster, the power of conversation, and how being a co-creator can be an important part of conversing. To get in contact with Karl: [email protected] On today’s Podcast: Je...
How to Learn Better - Ep. 187
February 02, 2024 03:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBWe all know that learning is important, but sometimes it feels really hard. In today's episode, our team breaks down not only ways to make learning more fun, but also ways to improve the scope of things that you learn, and why that is important. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Kanika Chopra, Danette Fenton-Menzies All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nations, and we pay our respect to their elders past and present. As alway...
Good Habits and Bad Habits - Ep. 186
January 26, 2024 03:00 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBThe regular ML podcast is back! And we start our feed up again with a great episode for those struggling with their new year's resolutions. Whether it is keeping up good habits or trying to get rid of unwanted ones, today the team break down their tips and tricks on how to stay on the right path. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Grahame Gerstenberg, Danette Fenton-Menzies, Allegra Fenton-Menzies, John Scollen All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngun...
Using AI and Values for a Better Business and Life (with Yash Varma) - Adapt with Danette F-M
January 19, 2024 03:00 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBThis is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s final episode of the season is with old friend of Danette’s; Yash Varma. Yash is a seasoned tech fou...
Connecting Globally (with Sophie Krantz) - Adapt with Danette F-M
January 12, 2024 03:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBThis is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Sophie Krantz. Sophie Krantz is an advisor, coach and speaker on internationalisatio...
How Leaders Cause Burnout... and How to Avoid it (With Mark Butler) - Adapt with Danette F-M
January 05, 2024 03:00 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MBThis is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Mark Butler. Mark Butler is a mental health expert and strategist in sustainable per...
How Listening & Rest Can Create Olympic-Level Performance (with Dr. Kirsten Peterson) - Adapt with Danette F-M
December 29, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBThis is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Kirsten Peterson Phd. Kirsten is an experienced performance psychologist, coach, and...
How Failure Cultivates Resilience (with Kaylene Snowden) - Adapt with Danette F-M
December 22, 2023 03:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBThis is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Kayelene Snowden. Kaylene is the General Manager for Operations & Transformations at...
Combining Purpose with Passion (with Chris Mamarelis) - Adapt with Danette F-M
December 15, 2023 03:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBThis is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Chris Mamarelis. Chris is the CEO of Whiddon; an award-winning, not-for-profit organ...
Evolution of Work (with Cheri Mylordis) - Adapt with Danette F-M
December 08, 2023 03:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBThis is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get your copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here:https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Today’s episode is with Cherie Mylordis. Cheri is a world-class transformation and innovation coach, future ...
How Understanding Neurodiversity Makes you a Better Leader to Everyone (with Callum McKirdy) - Adapt with Danette F-M
December 01, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBThis is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get you copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here: https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Are you struggling to keep up with the pace of change? As a leader how do you stay on top of rapidly chang...
1. How Understanding Neurodiversity Makes you a Better Leader to Everyone (with Callum McKirdy) - Adapt with Danette F-M
December 01, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBThis is a companion podcast to the amazing book “The Adaptable Leader” by Danette Fenton-Menzies which has just been released. Get you copy here: https://www.danettefm.com/store/p/the-adaptable-leader-paperback You can also get episodes of this podcast a few days early by jumping over to the Adapt with Danette F-M podcast page here: https://open.spotify.com/show/17oatIqfJyn6x3cr4APQP2 Are you struggling to keep up with the pace of change? As a leader how do you stay on top of rapidly ch...
Fitness for Business Transformation (with Bernie Kelly) - Ep. 185
November 24, 2023 03:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBWith the world changing at an advancing rate, how ready are you and your business for the rest of the decade? Well, today we talk to friend of the podcast and returning guest Bernie Kelly about the amazing recently published Fitness for Business Transformation Index 2023-26 Preliminary Report that he has worked on (with some collaboration from our very own Danette). Beyond breaking this index down, the group also talks about how to let go of the rapid rate of change, why everyone is feelin...
Lead Smart (with Dermot Crowley) - Ep. 184
November 17, 2023 03:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBDo you want to be a smarter leader? Does managing your time or the culture at your workplace seem harder and harder to manage? Well, if so, today's guest Dermot Crowley will help you out. Dermot is one of Australia’s foremost thought-leaders on productivity. He is the author of new book Lead Smart, and the founder of Adapt Productivity. Today he talks not only about some of the concepts in the book, but also what makes a leader smarter. He breaks down focus & attention, boundaries, and th...
Emotional Fitness & Uncertainty (with Joe Pane) - Ep. 183
November 10, 2023 03:00 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MBHow do you build up your emotional fitness? How do you deal with uncertainty? In today's episode, we chat to emotional fitness expert Joe Pane. Joe not only breaks down these questions, but also how technology affects our emotional fitness, how to encourage growth, and how lower ranking team members can still affect change in a business. For more on Joe: https://www.joepane.com.au/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/insights-with-joe-pane/id1482285607?ign-mpt=uo%3D4 And Joe's new boo...
Unconventional Leadership - Ep. 182
November 03, 2023 03:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBMany people are given some responsibility and leadership in life, but how can you make it your own? How can you bring yourself to leadership? In today';s episode, the team breaks down not only those questions, but also why we like unconventional leaders, what standard leaders are and why they may struggle initially, and what leaders have inspired them. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Grahame Gerstenberg, John Scollen All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Ku...
Understanding Networking - Ep. 181
October 27, 2023 03:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBNetworking is crucial to any career. But what is the best way to go about it? How can you make it fun? In today's episode, the team break down interesting places they have networked, what are some interesting ways to challenge yourself, and what makes someone good at networking. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Grahame Gerstenberg, John Scollen All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nations, and we pay our respect to their elder...
Growing Outside of Work - Ep. 180
October 20, 2023 03:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBHow can growing outside of work help us be better at work? How can we utilise our passions and hobbies to enjoy our work more? In today's episode the team breaks down not only these questions, but also how you can find things to grow in, and a lot more. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Danette Fenton-Menzies, Grahame Gerstenberg, Allen Hunt, John Scollen All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nations, and we pay our respect to t...
Optimism (with Anna Glynn) - Ep. 179
October 13, 2023 03:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBOptimism can be important, but how do we become more optimistic, even when times are tough? What are the benefits of being optimistic? Well today, we are optimistic about being joined by Anna Glynn; speaker, coach and educator. We break down not only the role of optimism, but how you can help others get out of a pessimistic funk. To get in contact with Anna: - https://annaglynn.com.au/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-glynn-mapp-0797b639/ On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Danette Fenton-Me...
Learning Optimism (with Anna Glynn) - Ep. 179
October 13, 2023 03:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBOptimism can be important, but how do we become more optimistic, even when times are tough? What are the benefits of being optimistic? Well today, we are optimistic about being joined by Anna Glynn; speaker, coach and educator. We break down not only the role of optimism, but how you can help others get out of a pessimistic funk. To get in contact with Anna: - https://annaglynn.com.au/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-glynn-mapp-0797b639/ On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, Danette Fenton-Me...
How to Make Stress your Ally, Not your Enemy (with Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe) - Ep. 178
October 06, 2023 03:00 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBStress usually signals to us that something is going wrong, but what if we could also look at that response as data and information as well as an emotion? Well, in today's amazing episode, we talk with Dr Robyne Hanley-Dafoe about just that. Dr Robyne breaks down how to view and analyse our stress responses, and what that information is telling us. She also talks to us about parenting, looking into your own psyche and ways to channel stress positively, as well as how to help others who may ...
Overcoming Adversity (with Mark Black) - Ep. 177
September 29, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBWe all have to face adversity. It's a part of life. But not many have done what our guest today has done when it comes to overcoming adversity. Our guest today is Mark Black. Mark is a Heart-Lung Transplant Recipient, 4-Time Marathon Runner, International Keynote Speaker, Author, and Coach. He talks to us about his journey to go from his heart and lung transplant to becoming a marathon runner. He talks about other adversity he has faced, and what you can do to better overcome adversity. ...
Becoming a Leader in a New Culture and Country (with Osman Mah). - Ep. 176
September 22, 2023 04:00 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBMoving for work is becoming more and more popular. What is the best way to approach that scenario? What are some things that might trip you up if you are new to it? On today's podcast, we are joined by Osman Mah. Osman is a coach and multicultural leadership expert, who has also emigrated to Australia. He breaks down his journey, as well as how to feel comfortable with a new lifestyle and business culture. He also breaks down some of his philosophies for life. For more on Osman: https://w...
Radical Self-Care (with Mark Butler) - Ep. 175
September 15, 2023 04:00 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBWe all know that self-care is important, but what is radical self-care? How does stopping to look after ourselves make us actually even more effective and efficient? In today's podcast, we are joined by Mark Butler. Mark is an accredited clinical psychotherapist with 25 years corporate experience and 15 years’ clinical experience in the field with a focus on workplace burnout, stress, anxiety and related unhealthy coping behaviours. We chat about how to look after yourself, how he would cha...
The Power of Connection - Ep. 174
September 08, 2023 04:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBHow powerful is connection, and what can Tech's obsession with it mean for who we are as people? In today's podcast, the team breaks down just how important it is, why big tech companies keep trying to innovate in the connection space, and what all of that means for us as human beings. On today’s Podcast: Jez F.M, John Scollen, Grahame Gerstenberg, Allegra Fenton-Menzies All Magical Learning podcasts are recorded on the beautiful lands of the Kulin, Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri nations, and w...
Starting Out on Your Own - Ep. 173
September 01, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBDo you want to start your own business? Do you wonder what you may not know, and how that could affect you in this endeavour? In today's podcast, we talk to the team about their thoughts, with Danette and Grahame both running Magical learning for almost 25 years, and John who has just started his own business. They break down things they wish they had known, what pitfalls you may not see coming, and what to do to encourage people who may just be beginning their own journey. On today’s Podc...
The Power of Fiction (with Kanika Chopra) - Ep. 172
August 25, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBHow can fiction help us in business? How can we utilise it to become a tool to become better leaders and employees? In today's conversation, we break all that down with Kanika Chopra; Co-Director of the National Young Writer's Festival, founder and editor of More Than Melanin, and our very own social media manager. Kanika share's their story on what fiction means to all of us, how to start out if you aren't sure about fiction, and what writing fiction can do for you. If you want to buy th...