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Kyle and Jackie O safety complaint heads to Federal Court

2026/04/19

Jackie O’s lawyers claim ARN breached workplace health and safety obligations by failing to protect her psychosocial health while she was working with co-host Kyle Sandilands. As the case heads to court this week, find out how leaders should manage psychological safety at work, and learn the potential consequences if they fail to do so. Guests: Martyn Campbell, former Chief Executive of SafeWork SA and Secretary-General of the International Association of Labour inspection. Fay Calderone, employment lawyer and partner, Hall and Willcox and author, Broken to Safe: tackling toxic workplace cultures and burnout

Why love is the most powerful force in business

2026/04/12

Marcus Buckingham’s latest research shows that love is a driver of super productive human behaviour. He argues the case for "designing love in" to experiences at work. Learn how to create experiences that inspire your colleagues and staff to say, "I love that!" Guest: Marcus Buckingham, global researcher focused on unlocking strengths, increasing performance and pioneering the future of work. Author, Design Love In

How to help a young person find a career in the age of AI

2026/04/05

Worrying about your young person’s future? The impact of AI is already changing the job market in some industries. So what’s the best approach for guiding them into a career during this time of uncertainty? Guests: Alana Kilmartin, speaker and author, Unserious Careers: a fun guide to the first five years of your career David Carney, Executive Director, Career Industry Council of Australia

The power of inspiring vs. infuriating leadership

2026/03/29

When your boss sends a text complimenting your work, it feels amazing! But if they point out a mistake in front of your peers, you may feel shattered. What does it take to be an inspiring leader, and how can you avoid being an infuriating one? Guest: Adam Galinsky, Paul Calello Professor of Leadership and Ethics at the Columbia Business School This interview was recorded at the Power, Status and Influence Research Conference, for the Melbourne Business School.

How Don uses his digital twin

2026/03/22

You may soon have a digital clone of your work-self that can take care of many of your tasks, make decisions on your behalf, and even give presentations as you. As the emergence of “identic AI” generates more potential for digital human twins in organisations, we discuss the ethics of using them. Guests: Don Tapscott, co-author, You to the Power of Two, Redefining Human Potential in the Age of Identic AI

Is more annual leave the answer to preventing burnout?

2026/03/15

With burnout and overwork a problem for staff and employers alike, a proposal to add an extra week to annual leave balances for Australian workers is on the table. We speak with a business that already offers five weeks of annual leave per year, and hear from management and labour law experts on whether this add on is the answer, or if there's a better solution. Guests: Shae McCrystal, Professor of Labour Law, The University of Sydney Law School Carol Kulik, Bradley Distinguished Professor, Centre for Workplace Excellence, Adelaide University Greg Day, Co-worker Experience Manager, IKEA

Esther Perel on conflict and power struggles at work

2026/03/08

What’s really behind the reaction a colleague has when you disagree with them? And how do you manage a conflict when it arises? Esther and Lisa delve into workplace conflict and power dynamics and explore how to understand them and find a way through. Plus answers to your questions and an exercise Esther wants you to test out for Try This. Don’t forget to report back! [email protected] Guest: Esther Perel, New York Times bestselling author and psychotherapist For more from Esther Perel, check out these episodes from our colleagues at All in the Mind: Family estrangement and infidelity: Esther Perel answers your questions Mind Hacks: Esther Perel

It's okay, you can take a break

2026/03/01

When you’re under the pump, it can feel like taking a break at work is impossible. But that can be habit forming, and bad for your physical and mental health. Learn the benefits of building breaks into your workday, and how to do it in a way that feels manageable. Guests: Kira Schabram, Assistant Professor of Management & Organisation at Smeal College of Business, The Pennsylvania State University Vanessa Miles, organisational psychologist, Transitioning Well This program was first broadcast on 27th June 2025

Can I give you some feedback?

2026/02/22

It's an important part of monitoring and improving performance, but when feedback is given or received in the “wrong” way, it can damage relationships and affect work. Here’s a masterclass to help you get better at giving and receiving feedback. Guests: Roisin McCann, facilitator who works with organisations to build leadership capacity and develop a better culture of feedback and strategic communication James Donald, senior lecturer, University of Sydney Business School This program was first broadcast on 3rd July 2025

Unlock the power of a four day week

2026/02/15

What have we learned so far about reducing working hours without losing productivity, and what are the tips and tricks for ensuring a four day week is a success for staff, organisations and customers? The Launceston city council is in the process of moving towards a four day week. Guests: John Hopkins, Professor of Management, Deakin Business School Anne Rayner, founder, Productivity Bargain

The ultimate guide to fixing meetings

2026/02/08

Our calendars are filled with meetings, but what are they really achieving? Learn how to cut out unnecessary gatherings and make the ones that remain, more meaningful and efficient. Guest: Rebecca Hinds PhD, organisational expert and author, Your Best Meeting Ever For a copy of the resources mentioned in this episode, email us at [email protected]

How to start strong in a new job

2026/02/01

So you landed the job, congrats! Now it's time to start your new role. What steps can you take and what can your new employer do, to set you up for success? Guests: Kate Flaherty, National President of the Career Development Association of Australia, leadership coach and counsellor Jonathon Woolfrey, WA State President & Non-Executive Director, Australian HR Institute, managing partner, Talenting

Reinvent your career in 2026 with Dorie Clark

2026/01/25

If you’re feeling stuck and ready for a change, why not harness the momentum of the new year to turn that around? Whether it’s a new job or a whole new career, Dorie shares her approach to help you figure out what’s next, and how to make it happen. Guest: Dorie Clark, Top 50 business thinker and executive education professor, best selling author, Reinventing You: Define your Brand, Imagine your Future

Lost hope at work? Here’s how to get it back.

2026/01/18

When work feels difficult, practising hope could help you find a way forward. A former chief wellbeing officer at Deloitte shares evidence-based strategies for developing hope that will improve worker wellbeing and performance. Guest: Jen Fisher, workplace wellbeing expert, author, Hope is the Strategy

The power of a good night’s sleep

2026/01/16

Four in ten Australians are not getting enough sleep, and work could be a part of the problem. Whether you work 9 – 5 or irregular hours, lack of sleep impacts performance, safety and can compound work stress. So how can you balance work responsibilities and sleep? Guests: Dr Moira Junge, CEO Sleep Health Foundation, Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor, Monash University Dr Charlotte Gupta, Senior Postdoctoral Research Fellow, School of Health, Medical and Applied Sciences, Appleton Institute, CQ University This episode was first broadcast on 20th June 2025

ASobering 2022/09/29

Such a wealth of knowledge! 🧠

This podcast is so insightful and I’ve enjoyed every episode I’ve listened to so far! Lisa is a very skilled interviewer - she does such a great job o...

MC1Rcrisps 2025/10/05

Authentic Self

This episode is reason enough to unsubscribe. I’d consider this to be pro employer messaging and almost propaganda from the guest (older generation) t...

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