Bobby Umar is a leading voice in career and personal branding, and a self-described ‘people guy’. He believes every person has their own personal brand — whether they like it or not — but many employees have yet to harness their own story to really stand out from the crowd.

And in the new world of working, networking isn’t always straightforward. Being dispersed across home and the office means there’s less opportunity for relationship building. So how can employees remain visible and continue to strengthen their professional network?

In this episode, Bobby and our PeoplePod team discuss:

• How to network effectively in the new world of work
• The importance of stepping up and standing out in your organisation
• Tips for developing trust with your remote team members
• Why professional connections are vital for our mental health and wellbeing

Trenna Probert is on a mission to create meaningful change in the world of work. As founder & CEO of Super Fierce, a fintech platform that aims to empower women to make informed decisions about their super, Trenna knows that  knowledge is power. She’s determined to help close the super gap, educating and equipping women with the confidence to take control of their future. Trenna also understands the challenges involved with leading a start-up through the ups and downs of the past two years.

In this episode, Trenna and our PeoplePod team dive into discussions on: 

• Why now is the right time to take superannuation seriously
• The importance of financial literacy in the workplace
• How to balance wearing various hats as a business owner who is also making HR decisions
• Tips for supporting burnt-out managers

Belinda Agnew is a superstar recruitment entrepreneur, advisory board member, Women In Tech ambassador, and host of the Startups and Unicorns podcast. She knows how to scout top talent,  network to uncover new opportunities, and how to stay current with new tech trends and recruiting tools.   

In this episode, Belinda and our PeoplePod team discuss: 

• The work perks employees really want
• How to attract both local & international talent 
• The international job market and the future of the candidate application process
• How to put yourself on the right path for a promotion
• How to build and leverage your professional brand

R U OK? Day has become a simple yet impactful reminder for us to check in on the wellbeing of our friends, family, and team members. This week's guest is Graeme Cowan -  Founding Director of R U OK?, author, resilience coach, and mental health advocate. Graeme shares his journey of combating the taboo of mental illness, how he's working with his clients to build resilience, and how to strive for a work culture of care.

In this episode, Graeme and our PeoplePod team dive into discussions on:

• The core elements of care: self-care, team care, and red zone care
• Ways to identify a team member in crisis
• How to support remote staff especially through times of uncertainty
• Ways to incorporate R U OK? Day into every work day

The 'Great Resignation' is looming and if you're looking for an insider's view, this podcast episode was made for you.

Author, career coach, entrepreneur, and master of making big life changes, Sarah Vermunt knows all about making big career leaps. She started her career coaching business shortly after throwing out thesis and veering off her path to becoming a university professor. Since then, she has worked with everyone from fresh graduates to investment bankers through the challenging path to finding work they love, and penned two books - Careergasm and Career Rookie.

In this episode, Sarah and our PeoplePod team dive into deep discussions on:

• The 'Great Resignation' and what employees are seeking out of the new world of work
• How to keep great employees, nurture new graduates, and improve your hiring practices
• Tips for leading your team through a big change
• How to combat burnout for yourself and your team members

If you feel your mind is lagging behind your ambitions, this podcast episode is for you.

Martial Arts sensei, champion fighter, TEDx speaker, cancer survivor, and now author, Nadine Champion has faced tough days yet still come out on top. She sits down with us at PeoplePod to talk about the importance to getting your mind right before starting anything. Sometimes, all you need is '10 Seconds of Courage' to get where you want to go.

In this episode Nadine chats about:

• Getting clear about your strategy and what you want
• How to cope with mental stress and hard times
• How she trained Survivor contestant Dani Beale on the mental and physical challenges that lay ahead
• Finding your purpose

Whether you're tackling a new role or looking to change careers, former Sydney Swans co-captain and premiership player, Kieren Jack talks to the PeoplePod team about the challenges of managing a career pivot, inspiring a team to succeed through times of adversity, and learning to celebrate the success in the little wins. 

In this episode, Kieren chats about:
• Staying ahead of the competition by never losing sight of what's next
• How to reset your motivation when things don't go to plan
• How to deliver tough feedback
• The importance of defining your 'trademark'

We have all set ourselves a series of personal and professional goals, but not everyone can say we have made it across the finish line. 3-time Paralympic gold medallist, Kurt Fearnley talks to the PeoplePod team about the challenges of sticking with your goals, staying motivated through the failures and setbacks, managing your mental health, and seeking out mentors along the way.

In this episode, Kurt chats about:
•        Lessons in resilience, based on experiences along the Kokoda Trail
•        The importance of building a community of mentors
•        Ways to build a team culture of positivity and gratitude 

If you’re on the road to a management position, or simply seeking a fresh perspective on renewing your team’s motivation, this episode is for you.

We all know that diverse workforces provide strength and dynamism to any organisation, so it’s unfortunate that in 2020 there are still neglected pockets of our society that do not get the same opportunities in the workplace. Tracey Corbin-Matchett, CEO of Bus Stop Films, is looking to change that. Through the creation of unique stories told through the media of film, Tracey is tackling some of the bias and discrimination commonly felt by people with disability.

In this episode, Tracey chats about:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  

• Accessibility in the workplace, and how COVID-19 has the potential to change perceptions about the value that people with a disability can bring to any organisation
• The financial cost of the “Walkaway Pound” – the lost opportunities for businesses with poor disability awareness or understanding
• Tips for making workplaces more inclusive. “We all rise up together when we’re including everyone,” Tracey says.             

Plenty of organisations talk about their diversity & inclusion (D&I) initiatives, but very few use storytelling – in all its forms – to truly engage hearts and minds. That’s what Henry Smith and his organisation, Taste Creative is aiming to do: create compelling, authentic stories that represent the diverse world we live in.

In this episode, we chat to Henry about what sparked his interest in this area, and what business leaders can do to tell the stories that might otherwise slip under the radar. Henry talks about:
•        Why people engage with compelling, authentic stories, and how the corporate world is starting to appreciate the art of storytelling
•        Why any D&I-focused content is worthwhile, as long as it avoids being tokenistic or simplistic
•        How the global pandemic has impacted the D&I space – for good and bad

You can find the D&I Took Kit that Henry mentions here: inclusivetoolkit.com

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