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Award-winning speaker and author Joey Coleman returns with his strategic roadmap to attract, retain, and inspire employees – from first impression to lifelong advocacy. His eight phases of employee experience map the full journey an employee takes with an organisation, from considering a role to becoming a loyal champion of the brand.
Each phase – beginning with the letter “A” to represent the gold standard in employee engagement – highlights a critical moment to engage, support, and build trust with employees, ensuring they feel valued and empowered every step of the way.
Takeaways
Follow Joey Coleman
https://joeycoleman.com/
Joey Coleman's books
Never Lose a Customer Again https://amzn.to/4gMCktZ
Never Lose an Employee Again https://amzn.to/3VzFPeO
Books Joey recommends:
All In: How Great Leaders Build Unstoppable Teams By Mike Michalowicz https://amzn.to/42oQVG6
The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About by Mel Robbins https://amzn.to/4lscbUo
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Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
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Bestselling author and renowned speaker Joey Coleman returns to The Evolution Podcast to shares his thoughts on how the first 100 days can make or break employee retention and engagement. Joey explores the critical connection between onboarding, employee engagement, and long-term retention.
Drawing on global research and real-world examples, Joey makes a compelling case for why businesses must rethink how they welcome and support new hires.
He also reflects on the impact of a recent three-month sabbatical and what it taught him about rest, leadership, and workplace culture.
Takeaways
Follow Joey Coleman
https://joeycoleman.com/
Joey Coleman's books
Never Lose a Customer Again https://amzn.to/4gMCktZ
Never Lose an Employee Again https://amzn.to/3VzFPeO
Listen to Joey on a previous episode of The Evolution Partners:
E33 | Never Lose A Customer Again with Joey Coleman
https://omny.fm/shows/the-evolution-partners/never-lose-a-customer-again-with-joey-coleman
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/
Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
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Ashley Ross, a veteran coach with 39 years of experience, has worked across multiple sports and countries, coaching at all levels, from grassroots to world championships. He insists that coaching is fundamentally about people, not just technical expertise.
He highlights the power of asking the right questions, building trust, and fostering reflection for continuous improvement. Ross also discusses coaching elite athletes, the importance of coachability, and the parallels between sports coaching and business leadership.
He underscores the value of personalised coaching, vulnerability, and maintaining a balance between confidence and humility.
Ross remains committed to lifelong learning, ensuring his coaching philosophy evolves to empower both athletes and fellow coaches.
Takeaways
Follow Ashley Ross
https://www.coachlearningsolutions.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-ross-b38a6a32/
https://x.com/CoachLearningS1
https://x.com/High_per
Books on this episode
Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara https://amzn.to/4124RVW
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/
Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
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Fleur Hazelwood is a leadership expert, author, and founder of the Blueberry Institute, specialising in building high-performance workplace cultures that prioritise wellbeing. With more than 20 years of corporate leadership experience, she has trained thousands in positive leadership, resilience, and mental health mastery.
She discusses the importance of integrating wellbeing into workplace culture to drive both employee performance and business success. When businesses invest in wellbeing, they see increased productivity, engagement, and innovation, alongside measurable financial returns.
Resilience, Fleur insists, is not an inherent trait but a learned skill, developed through daily habits and intentional strategies. Leadership plays a crucial role in shaping workplace wellbeing. Embedding wellbeing into business strategy ensures long-term success, benefiting both individuals and organisations.
Takeaways
Follow Fleur Heazlewood
https://blueberryinstitute.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fleur-heazlewood/
https://www.instagram.com/fleur_heazlewood/
Books on this episode
Resilience Recipes: Making space for wellbeing that works by Fleur Heazlewood https://amzn.to/4axgXe1
Leading Wellbeing: A Leader's Guide to Mental Health Conversations at Work by Fleur Heazlewood https://amzn.to/42smAIl
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/
Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
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on https://twitter.com/Evolution_Perth
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Professor Martin Bean CBE is a globally recognised education futurist, workplace strategist, and former leader of The Open University, RMIT, and FutureLearn. As CEO of The Bean Centre and a professor at UNSW, he helps leaders and organisations adapt to rapid change with clarity and confidence.
Prof Bean explores the shifting landscape of education and work, the impact of AI and automation, and the essential skills needed to thrive in the future. As technology reshapes industries, he outlines the biggest mistakes leaders make under pressure and why adaptability is now the most valuable trait in business. He discusses how to navigate uncertainty, make bold decisions, and build resilience in times of rapid change.
Takeaways
Follow Prof Martin Bean
https://www.thebeancentre.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/professor-martin-bean-cbe-84655b1a2/
Books on this episode
Toolkit for Turbulence: The Mindset and Methods That Leaders Need to Turn Adversity to Advantage https://amzn.to/4kBRa90
Legacy: What the All Blacks Can Teach Us about the Business of Life by James Kerr https://amzn.to/3Fqm8ko
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/
Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster
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Dr Adam Fraser is a peak performance researcher, author, and keynote speaker who helps individuals and organisations push beyond their potential without the usual burnout. He has worked with elite athletes, special forces, and business leaders to study sustainable high performance.
Adam highlights the importance of transitions – how we shift from work to home or between tasks – to improve performance and well-being. His Third Space concept emphasises reflection, rest, and reset to show up better in different aspects of life.
Adam also discusses the critical role of challenge in personal growth, how struggle builds pride, and the dangers of avoiding discomfort. His research shows the best leaders balance care with challenge, and employees crave constructive feedback.
Ultimately, he advocates for workplaces that encourage meaningful striving, personal evolution, and a healthy relationship with discomfort – crucial for success in both business and life.
Takeaways
Follow Dr Adam Fraser
https://dradamfraser.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dradamfraser/
https://www.facebook.com/DrAdamFraser
https://www.instagram.com/dradamfraser/
https://www.youtube.com/dradamfraser
Books on this episode
The Third Space: Using Life's Little Transitions to find Balance and Happiness by Dr Adam Fraser https://amzn.to/414IqiQ
Strive: Embracing the gift of struggle by Dr Adam Fraser https://amzn.to/3X7kIl4
Switch by Chip Heath and Dan Heath https://amzn.to/41bCg0
Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World by Stanley McChrystal https://amzn.to/4hOX5WP
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/
Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
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Rich Armstrong is a leading expert in open-book management and employee ownership. With more than 34 years of experience at SRC Holdings Corporation, a 100% employee-owned company, Rich has played a key role in refining and implementing the Great Game of Business – a proven system that aligns employees with company goals through financial literacy, accountability, and shared rewards.
Rich shares his insights on how transparency, financial literacy, and shared incentives transform workplace culture and business performance. He discusses how companies can empower employees by teaching them how business works, aligning their daily actions with financial success, and rewarding them for results.
Rich explains key concepts like the critical number, mini-games, and high-involvement planning, providing real-world examples of businesses that have thrived using these strategies.
Takeaways
Follow Rich Armstrong
https://www.greatgame.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-great-game-of-business/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-armstrong-5b18a85/
Books on this episode
Get in the Game by Rich Armstrong https://amzn.to/3WyLXob
The Great Game of Business by Jack Stack https://amzn.to/40vriCR
A Stake in the Outcome by Jack Stack & Steve Baker https://amzn.to/40M1jbF
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/
Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster
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Stuart Wesley has dedicated his career to coaching, organisational development, and helping leaders build workplaces where people thrive. With a rich background in pastoral ministry and family business, his expertise isn’t just about driving results – it’s about understanding the human dynamics that fuel great businesses.
Stuart shares insights on the importance of human intelligence in leadership, and the five capitals framework for building sustainable, purpose-driven businesses. His expertise offers valuable lessons for business owners, leaders, and teams looking to create meaningful impact.
Takeaways
Follow Stuart Wesley
http://oasispc.com.au/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuartwesley/
Books on this episode
The Anatomy of Peace by The Arbinger Institute https://amzn.to/3X2REuR
Leadership and Self-Deception by The Arbinger Institute https://amzn.to/4hBY3oW
Raising Financially Fit Kids by Joline Godfrey https://amzn.to/3EOPokv
The 10x10 Learning Roadmap: Advancing Flourishing in Families of Wealth by Stephen Goldbart https://amzn.to/4b4sqC3
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/
Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
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Dave Kurlan is a sales industry legend – a pioneer, bestselling author, and the brains behind the world’s most predictive sales assessments. For more than 40 years, Dave has been reshaping how we think about selling, training, and sales leadership.
Dave founded Objective Management Group (OMG), a pioneer in using science and data to evaluate sales talent.
He reflects on his own journey from an introverted college dropout to a successful entrepreneur and industry pioneer, attributing his growth to practical, science-driven methodologies.
Takeaways
Follow Dave Kurlan
https://www.kurlanassociates.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/kurlan-&-associates/
https://x.com/KurlanAssoc
Books on this episode
Baseline Selling by Dave Kurlan https://amzn.to/4gZi0WD
Selling from the Heart by Larry Levine https://amzn.to/4htgSKS
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/
Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO.
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
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Siobhan McHale, a global leader in organizational change, has transformed workplaces across four continents, notably leading a seven-year initiative at ANZ Bank that turned it into one of the world's most admired banks. Siobhan emphasises the importance of Group Intelligence (GQ). While IQ and EQ are essential, she says, GQ – understanding and intervening in complex human ecosystems – is crucial for modern workplaces.
Siobhan introduces the Hive Lens, a four-step method (Look, Experiment, Nudge, Strengthen) to drive meaningful change. Her work highlights the power of reframing roles and co-creating change to overcome resistance, fostering innovation and collaboration in organisations.
Takeaways
Follow Siobhan McHale
https://www.siobhanmchale.com/
https://twitter.com/SiobhanMcHale2
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mchalesiobhan/
Books on this episode
The Hive Mind at Work by Siobhan McHale https://amzn.to/3DtuVkG
The Insider’s Guide to Culture change by Siobhan McHale https://amzn.to/407Gypa
The Practice of Adaptive Leadership by Ronald Heifetz https://amzn.to/4hoI2T8
Watch the episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEvolutionPartners
Newsletter – each week I share interesting insights, articles and ideas you can use. Join other leaders and subscribe to The Evolution Partners newsletter https://evolutionpartners.com.au/subscribe/
Books – Learn more about our books https://evolutionpartners.com.au/books/
Made to Thrive: The practical, prescriptive guide on how to be a great CEO.
Onboarded: How to bring new hires to the points where they are more effective faster. A business case for leaders on why you should commit to an effective onboarded process.
Onboarded for Managers: Helping managers bring new hires to the point where they are more effective faster.
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The Evolution Partners is a weekly podcast hosted by Brad Giles. Join Brad as he engages in conversations with some of the world’s sharpest minds, learning a bit more about them and delving into what makes them tick.