What would you do if your child was denied the chance to go overseas and help build up a school in Cambodia? And how would that decision affect your life up until today?

How important is it for us to get out into nature? What are some of the lesser-known negatives about city living?In today's Author Corner, or resident author and Director of Learning Danette chats with author of the new book "The Natural Advantage": Dr. Jenny Brockis.

Dr. Jenny has a health professional for over four decades, as well as being a Speaker, Author and Lifestyle Medicine Physician.

In this chat, Dr. Jenny Brockis shares her journey from a medical career to becoming a corporate health and wellbeing consultant. She discusses the profound impact of nature on mental health and wellbeing, emphasizing the importance of reconnecting with the natural environment. Dr. Brockis highlights research supporting the benefits of spending time outdoors, engaging the senses, and the therapeutic effects of nature. She also explores the significance of play for adults and children alike, advocating for the integration of nature into daily routines for improved health and creativity.

To grab a copy of "The Natural Advantage":

https://drjennybrockis.com/the-natural-advantage/

And to reach out to Dr. Jenny Brockis:https://drjennybrockis.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjennybrockis/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey

04:56 The Impact of Nature on Wellbeing

12:07 Reconnecting with Nature: Research and Insights

17:58 Engaging the Senses in Nature

25:05 Nature's Medicine and the Importance of Play

32:05 Creating Habits for Nature Interaction

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 always, if you are having trouble, you can always send us a message.Listen to/watch this podcast here: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/128QgGO..⁠⁠.

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When negotiating, what is the most important thing to know about the other party? How can you be better at negotiating?

How can you grow a business in an industry that isn't known for scaling? What can you gain, but also lose, by selling a company?

In this episode of the Magical Learning Podcast, our Director of Learning and author Danette Fenton-Menzies speaks with Steve Vamos about his career, philosophy, and new book "Through Shifts and Shocks: Lessons from the Front Line of Technology and Change". Steve is the former CEO of Xero, former managing director of Apple and Microsoft in the Australia and New Zealand region, as well as working with other huge companies, and is now a speaker, advisor and author.

How good are you at dealing with conflict in the workplace? What are some better ways to navigate communication in the office?

In this episode of the Magical Learning Podcast, our Director of Learning and author Danette Fenton-Menzies speaks with author Louise Gilbert about her journey from corporate leadership to writing her book 'Make Work Work for You'. Louise is a change management coach and social wellbeing expert, who also works as a speaker and consultant

In this conversation, Danette and Louise discuss the importance of combining growth, performance, and wellbeing in leadership, the challenges of hybrid work, and the need for systemic change to support neurodiversity in the workplace. Louise emphasizes the role of leaders in creating environments that foster growth and the significance of peer coaching. The conversation highlights the necessity of redesigning organizational practices to better accommodate diverse needs and improve overall employee experience.

To grab a copy of Louise's book:

https://louise-gilbert.com/book/

And to reach out to Louise:

https://louise-gilbert.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-gilbert/

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Milestones and New Beginnings

02:50 The Journey Behind 'Make Work Work for You'

06:07 The Three Petals of Excellence Model

08:48 Leadership Blind Spots and Missed Opportunities

12:05 Navigating Hybrid Work Challenges

14:56 The Importance of Systemic Change for Neurodiversity

24:01 Redesigning Work for the Future

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.

What comes to mind when you think of Four Pillars Gin? Maybe it is the fact it has won International Gin Producer of the Year for the past 3 years? Maybe it's the unique branding? Maybe it's that refreshing taste?

In today’s awesome Author Corner, our resident author and Director of Learning Danette Fenton-Menzies chats with author, entrepreneur and recruitment expert Richard Triggs. He is on to talk about his new book Winning the War for Talent: How to Attract and Retain Top Performers.

In this awesome conversation, Richard Triggs shares his unique journey from aspiring rock star to successful recruitment consultant and author. He discusses the importance of understanding the job market, effective interviewing techniques, and the role of AI in recruitment. Richard emphasizes the need for organizations to balance love and accountability in leadership while fostering a culture of performance. He also highlights the significance of clear communication and relationships in achieving organizational success.

To find out more about Richard or to get in contact:

https://www.areteexecutive.com.au/team/richard-triggs/

To grab a copy of Winning the War for Talent: How to Attract and Retain Top Performers:

https://www.amazon.com.au/stores/author/B00WDLOFGY

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Richard Triggs and His Journey

02:55 Career Transition: From Music to Recruitment

06:14 Books and Insights on Job Market Dynamics

09:06 The Impact of AI on Recruitment

11:55 Effective Interviewing Techniques

18:09 Understanding Organizational Culture and Performance

30:03 Balancing Love and Accountability in Leadership

45:00 Performance Management Frameworks for Success

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 always, if you are having trouble, you can always send us a message.

Listen to/watch this podcast here: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/128QgGO..⁠.

To find out more about our free content, sign-up for future webinars as well as our other services, go to ⁠https://magicallearning.com/⁠ and sign up!

You can also find us on our socials: 

Instagram: / magical_learning 

Facebook: / magicallearningteam 

Linkedin: / magicallearning 

Youtube: / @magicallearning 

Have a Magical week!

Did you know that 60% of workers are disengaged? What does that mean for companies trying to get the best out of their staff?