Episodes

In today’s episode, I’m recapping my experience speaking at the Queensland Association of Collaborative Practice’s annual conference. It was an absolute honour to be the only non-lawyer on stage. But also, it gave me a chance to bring a fresh perspective to a room of highly skilled professionals. I kick things off by explaining what collaborative practice actually is—because honestly, I only found out about it a couple of years ago, and I wish more people knew it existed. It’s a more human, c...

I'm recording this episode ahead of a big week—I'm heading to Sydney for a mix of events and workshops, but before all that, I’m hosting something a little different. On Wednesday morning , I’m running a live webinar on May 21st , where I’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes, never-before-shared ideas from my workshops. DONATE TO ACCESS THIS MASTERCLASS. Think of this session as the extended director’s cut of The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint . When I wrote the book, I had to cut a lot of the m...

This weekend rewind is a special one. I'm celebrating the two-year anniversary of my first real book — The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint . (Yes, I did write a netball coaching manual back in the day, 😄). To mark the occasion, I’m replaying a juicy interview I did with Jessica Mudditt on her podcast. Jessica’s the founder of Hembury Books and an all-round publishing legend — if you're thinking of writing or launching a book, she’s someone to follow on LinkedIn. In this convo, we go deep b...

I decided to re-release this conversation because earlier this week, I joined Ryan So Fly's YouTube creator community (only $5/month — well worth it), and it reminded me just how brilliant this chat was. Ryan So Fly is one of my favourite travel YouTubers. He’s funny, honest, insightful, and has a killer eye for capturing raw, real travel experiences — from flight reviews to Aussie pub meals in remote towns. In this episode, we cover: ✈️ What life was like working 4AM shifts in corporate Si...

Today I’m taking you behind the scenes of my Everest Base Camp (and peak!) training journey — the real stuff. Injuries, gadgets, gear, and the surprising power of voice notes. In this episode, I share: Why I enlisted coach Kyle Mooney from Experience Not Felt Possible How we’re using the Final Surge app + voice note coaching to build momentum What it’s like walking with a weighted vest for the first time (spoiler: weirdly energising!) A surprising mention of weighted vests on Diary of ...

I’ve got a couple of dogs—Quincey and Milo—and while I don’t talk about them enough on the pod, they’re a huge part of my life. Quincey is 14 now, and recently we’ve been getting some tests done because, well… he’s showing signs of ageing. Because when I requested health reports from the vet, I was like… what does any of this even mean?! So I turned to ChatGPT uploaded the documents, and asked it to pretend it was the best vet in the world. The insights it gave back? Gold. I talk about: What...

Today’s episode is inspired by a magical, unexpected post-speech conversation I had with a woman named Susan. Susan is originally from Ghana, and before I even got up to speak at the Mother’s Day event, she walked right up to me and said: "I feel like I need to be here." Then she gave me a message: Allow and accept. Be the water. Now, I’m not always on the woo-woo train—but still....! In today’s episode, I reflect on: The power of allowing things to unfold instead of always pushing Th...

In today’s episode, I’m sharing the live speech I gave at a high school Mother’s Day event, in front of 300 daughters and mums sipping tea and passing cupcakes. It starts with me at ten years old, ashamed to be picked up in our brown, overheated Holden Camira… until my mum did something that completely changed my view of her — and, honestly, my view of life. You’ll hear about: Why there are thousands of guides on how to parent… but none on how to daughter The power of showing up scared and ...

In today’s quick hit, I’m responding to a very interesting question I got from a friend-client on LinkedIn: “If AI can simulate different stakeholder perspectives, do we still need to engage them?” Here’s my take: Yes, use AI for speed, but not as a substitute for relationships. You can ask ChatGPT to pretend it’s your procurement manager and offer advice—but here’s what that misses... AI gives you logic, but influence lives in the grey . Stakeholder engagement isn’t just about getti...

Hey, welcome to the Weekend Rewind My guest is Mike Knapp , and this chat was actually born from an unrecorded conversation we had where I said mid-way, “Wait—why aren’t we capturing this?!” Mike is a strategy advisor, coach, mural template wizard and meditation teacher (yep, all those things). In this episode, he shares how he went from IT specialist to a sought-after facilitator for complex digital transformation projects—and the mindset shift that helped him step into the role of “guide” ...

I'm re-sharing my second chat with the world's leading body language expert, Mark Bowden . This was originally recorded during peak Zoom-fatigue era, when facilitators (myself included) were scrambling to figure out how the heck to connect, engage, and energise through a webcam. Why am I bringing this back now? Two reasons: I just quoted this episode in a webinar, and it landed hard. His tips STILL apply—and are more important than ever. Here's what we cover: Why reading the room (especia...

Hey, thanks for jumping in today. I’m sharing some reflections from my 9-year wedding anniversary weekend—and how a random cookie run led me into one of Australia’s biggest copyright controversies. What happens when a viral baker is accused of copying recipes from a best-selling cookbook author? And what does this mean for those of us who share ideas for a living? What I cover in this episode: A shoutout to Spicers Balfour Hotel in Brisbane (amazing food, rooftop views, 10/10 vibes) The story...

You know that line, “You teach what you most need to learn” ? Well, that hit me—hard—during a session I ran last week. This episode is about how I ran a workshop on observation skills … and completely failed to observe the most obvious thing in front of me that very morning. I tell the story of how I showed up early (classic me), spent half an hour meticulously setting up a room—only to realise… it was the wrong room. The right room was already beautifully prepped, with name tags, tea and...

In this episode, I’m reflecting on a phrase that popped into my head while driving here: How do you become a One Take Wonder? You know, the kind of person who can just hit record and go — no second takes, no overthinking, just clarity, energy, and good-enough delivery. Here’s what I unpack: Why being a little messy on video is actually your advantage in an AI-perfect world What a Hong Kong participant told me that changed the way I think about "stuff-ups" Why scripting your videos is a t...

Last week I ran two virtual workshops for a global client—one at a beautiful 1:00 PM time slot (bless), and the second... at 5:00 AM. Yep. Coffee was very involved. In this episode, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes of how I prepped and delivered these sessions—specifically when you're working across time zones, with translators, in hybrid tech ecosystems (read: Zoom vs Teams drama), and with super smart internal collaborators. Some key things we dive into: Why I insisted we run it on Zoom (a...

I usually steer clear of politics on the pod, but after the Australian federal election over the weekend… I had to say something. Because honestly? It was a total non-event. No vision. No leadership. No spark. Just some tit-for-tat promises and reheated policies that felt like they were scraped from the bottom of the idea barrel. In this solo riff, I talk about: Why I felt uninspired (and maybe a bit embarrassed) by the whole campaign What I would do if I was Prime Minister for a day (hint: I...

In this episode, I chat with the absolutely brilliant Maria McDonald, a Learning + Development Manager at Geocaching HQ. Maria’s story is one of those that starts in social work, pivots into office management, and then—thanks to the power of facilitation—lands in a dream career in L&D. 💥 We explore how facilitation is way more than running a workshop—it’s a mindset and a life skill. Maria shares how she built her internal reputation, pitched herself into opportunities, and created magic using t...

Hey, thanks for tuning into the Weekend Rewind – although technically we’re only rewinding one day to my latest Talk the Walk episode with the Rock Star of Consulting himself, Alan Weiss. This one’s a bit spicy. Alan threw me a challenge live, and truthfully? I missed the shot. No hiding from it. I was coming off a 5:00 AM webinar and should’ve been firing on all cylinders... but I froze. You’ll hear the moment – and hopefully laugh with me, not at me. That said, this conversation is gold for ...

This episode’s straight from the frustration files — and one I think we all need to hear. I just published a new piece on my Substack called “The Dark Arts of Interrupting Someone” and honestly, I had way too much fun writing it. So in true 'Work Fame' spirit, I wanted to read it out loud to you. Here’s the backstory: I was on a group coaching call recently, and someone hijacked 20 minutes of airtime. Monologue city. And the host? Lovely, but way too passive. That moment sparked this post — an...

In today's episode, I'm sharing one of my most frustrating habits: overcommitting. I tell a recent story involving a great opportunity, a good friend, and the hard realisation that sometimes saying no is actually the smart, strategic thing to do — even when everything looks perfectly aligned. You'll hear: Why I keep falling into this trap (spoiler: it's not poor planning) What makes some "yeses" harder than others A few practical tools I'm using to course-correct Why busyness ≠ success (ev...

I'm recording this one on the move — literally walking through a park in Dandenong, Victoria. You might even hear a few native birds in the background. This morning, I woke up super early (like, 3:50 AM early), and even though it was freezing cold (13 degrees, which is basically Antarctic conditions for a Queenslander like me), I dragged myself out for a 30-minute walk. Not because I felt like it. Because it was on the plan. I'm training for my Everest Base Camp and Lobuche Peak trek later thi...

Today’s episode is a short one, recorded live from Dandenong, Victoria. I share a chat I had with my Uber driver, Logan, on the way to the airport — and it spiralled into a massive truth bomb: All problems are communication problems. We talked about why confronting others (and even confronting ourselves) is so hard, and why most issues we face aren’t external... they're internal. I also share a brilliant quote from David Whyte about being in a "long-distance relationship" with yourself — and...

I sat down with former national TaeKwonDo athlete and amateur boxer Jessica Borg. We recorded this one at my house. Jess shared the wild story of going from being on track for the Tokyo Olympics, to being medically retired by 26. She opens up about what it really feels like to walk away from the thing that shaped your identity for two decades—and what it’s like to start over when the cheering stops. We talk: What happens when COVID kills your Olympic dream Why she pivoted from TaeKwonDo to b...

Today, I’m replaying a conversation that kicked off an amazing friendship. This was the first time I ever spoke with Andy Storch — now, he’s one of my best mates in the industry. We voice note each other across time zones, I spoke at his Talent Development Think Tank conference in Sonoma, and he now lives with his family in Barcelona. The man does it all — and does it with intention. In this 30-minute hit, we cover a LOT of ground: How Andy created one of the best-rated talent development con...