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The power of stories - bringing humanity to communication. A conversation with Gabrielle Dolan.

Do you know how to achieve buy-in by telling a powerful story? Are your words engaging hearts and minds in achieving important outcomes or is your communication driven by facts and figures?
In this episode, we are joined by Gabrielle Dolan a highly sought-after international keynote speaker and educator on strategic storytelling and real communication.  We discuss the power of stories and how to bring humanity to communication.
In our conversation, we explore:
the power stories have in communication
the best way to get your message across
what detracts from powerful messaging
how to stay true to yourself and still be an effective leader
Gabrielle is the best-selling author of six books including Magnetic Stories (2021). Bringing humanity to the way business people communicate isn’t just a career, it’s a calling. Her dedication to the industry was recognised when Gabrielle was awarded the 2020 Communicator of the Year by the International Association of Business Communicators Asia Pacific region.
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Mind, body and voice for successful communication - A conversation with Dr Louise Mahler

In this episode of Every Step, we are joined by Dr Louise Mahler. Louise is recognized as a Global Guru in both Body Language and Communication. Her skills as a Master Practitioner in Neuro-Linguistic Programming together with her academic study and a decade of professional performance on the European opera stage put her in a league of her own.
In our conversation, we discuss the mind-body-voice connection and how critical it is for communicating effectively.
We explore: -
What your body language and voice say about you
How your tone is landing on others
The interconnectedness of your mind, emotions, body and voice
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A Recruiter’s Perspective - A conversation with Greg Savage

If you are currently looking for a new role or hiring to fill a role, this episode is loaded with insights and advice. 
Judith and Krystyna are joined by Greg Savage a global expert in recruitment.  With a career spanning four decades, Greg is a founder of 4 highly successful businesses, he is a trusted advisor and respected voice across the global recruitment and professional services industries, and a regular keynote speaker at conferences around the world.
In this episode, we discuss the misperceptions hiring managers have about how they should deal with recruiters and what actually delivers the best results. 
We also explore why it's important for candidates to have a relationship with a good recruiter throughout their careers
 
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Moving Countries For Your Dream Job - A conversation with Gary Bennett

Moving country for your dream job, lessons learned, and what you need to know.
Gary Bennett an Australian now based between Mexico, Bali, the UK, and South Africa.
Gary is a global citizen with experience in over a dozen countries across cultures and varied business and regulatory environments.
In this episode, we discuss moving to a new country for an opportunity, what you should think about, who you should ask for advice, and how to negotiate a package. We also explore the impact on families as well as managing your expectations. Gary shares his 39 years of experience working in 12 different countries. His experience informs the leadership skills you need to navigate different cultures. 
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How to achieve longevity in business - A conversation with Lisa Barron

Australian fashion designer, Lisa Barron,  created her eponymous label in 1983 after two years of fashion study in Perth, Western Australia. With $500 and a portable sewing machine, Lisa crossed the country and set up a garage business in Melbourne. Designing, sewing, and selling the collections to iconic fashion retailers through the 80s and 90s resulted in the label becoming a strong player in the Australian fashion industry.
Lisa Barron has been invited to participate in all the major fashion shows and festivals starting with the Australian Designer Collection Shows in the 80s, dressing supermodels such as Linda Evangelista, Claudia Schiffer, and Helena Christensen. Lisa has also been involved in every L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival since its inception. The label is proudly manufactured in Australia and Lisa is a strong supporter of local manufacturing.
There are so many good tips in this episode we have published part 1 and part 2 in the same show.
In this episode, we discuss what it takes to have longevity and success in your business. This is a masterclass for anyone thinking of starting a business or in business now. Lisa, Judith, and Krystyna all understand what it takes to be successful and pass on their tips to help you achieve the same. 
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A CEO’s Perspective - a conversation with Adrian Hondros

Have you got what CEO’s are looking for? As a CEO or Senior manager, what are you doing to attract the best talent for your business? Do people want to work for you and why?
Adrian Hondros has over 35 years’ of experience in corporate life across Financial Services in Australia & Asia and the Residential Construction Industry in Australia. At only 28 years of age, Adrian secured his first General Manager position and then progressed to CEO roles where he led some of Australia’s most successful businesses. How did he achieve this at such as young age? Perhaps it's because he understands what it means to develop and lead teams, getting the best from his people as well as for the business.
In this episode we discuss:
What effective CEO’s consider when they form their teams and what questions they ask when recruiting.
Why your reputation as a CEO or Senior Manager will favour or disadvantage you when attracting the best people.
What are the characteristics you as a potential employee should be looking for in the CEO’s that you work for?
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Dear Digital - We need to Talk! A conversation with Dr Kristy Goodwin

Is your digital world controlling you? Is your relationship with your digital world the reason you are not as productive as you could be? Are you letting it control you or are you controlling it? 
Dr Kristy Goodwin is one of Australia’s leading digital well-being and productivity speakers. She helps organisations understand the impact technology is having on employees' mental well-being, physical health and productivity. Author of ‘Dear Digital We Need to Talk’ and Raising your Child in a Digital World, Dr Goodwin has presented to global audiences and provides research-based, yet realistic strategies to boost performance and productivity in an always-on world.
In this episode, we discuss the issues people face in work and life when it comes to digital overload and digital mismanagement. We explore practical steps to have a healthier relationship with your digital environment as well as how to build a new super skill, your "FQ" or Focus Quotient.
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Courage - Being present to experiences and embracing discomfort. A conversation with Dr Margie Warrell

In this episode, we are joined by Dr Margie Warrell.  We discuss what it takes to be courageous.  There are so many aspects to courage. Being present to experiences and embracing discomfort are just two attributes of a courageous person. Tune in to learn more. 
Dr Margie Warrell is an author – keynote speaker – media commentator – certified coach – podcast host – Forbes columnist –women’s advocate – leadership facilitator and Senior Partner in the Board, CEO Succession and Leadership practice at Korn Ferry.
Her path to helping leaders scale their impact has been anything but linear. Since growing up in rural Australia, she has learned valuable lessons on mastering fear, challenging norms, building resilience, and operating from a 'risk-ready' courage mindset.
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Simple Not Easy - Creating a Successful Remote Work Organisation

What can you and your organisation do to create a thriving remote work organisation. To discuss this we are joined by guest, Darren Murph, a Remote Work expert.
Named an “oracle of remote work” by CNBC and featured in The Forbes Future of Work 50, Darren is a recognized visionary in organizational design. His career is defined by leading remote teams, charting remote transformations, connecting nonobvious dots, and architecting inclusive cultures 
Darren holds a Guinness World Record in publishing, and authored GitLab’s Remote Playbook and “Living the Remote Dream: A Guide To Seeing the World, Setting Records, and Advancing Your Career.” 
Darren has also pioneered the Head of Remote role, and has been interviewed by Harvard Business School, CNBC, CNN, The Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, TechCrunch, Fortune, Digiday, Business Insider, and more.
In this episode, we explore the future of work and what organisations need to do to create a connected and engaged workforce.  We are undergoing the equivalent of the industrial revolution of our time and as leaders, we need to approach organisational design differently.
This episode will challenge your perspectives on where and how people work - it certainly challenged ours!
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Head and Heart Leadership - A conversation with Dr Kirstin Ferguson AM

In this episode, Judith Beck and Krystyna Weston are joined by Dr Kirstin Ferguson AM, an award-winning leadership expert, author, columnist and company director. Kirstin is also making a global impact, with UK- based Thinkers50 naming her one of the world’s top 30 “Thinkers to Watch”. Kirstin’s second book, Head & Heart is out now and is a must-read for all modern leaders. 
In this episode we discuss:
The characteristics of modern leaders
How modern leaders put people at the centre of their decision-making
Why you need both head and heart to be an effective modern leader
Every Step podcasts are conversations between experienced people who are happy to share their personal journeys, helping you get from A to B successfully in your career. 
Dr Kirstin's Book: Head & Heart, The Art of Modern Leadership
Link for purchasing Head & Heart, The Art of Modern Leadership: https://headheartleader.com/store/
Kirstin’s website: https://www.kirstinferguson.com/
Head Heart Leader ScaleTM website: https://headheartleader.com/
For information about Heart Led Decision Making, and decision making canvas' developed by Krystyna Weston, head to Heart Led Decisions
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