The Turnaround Mindset

This podcast has been a platform to interview and draw inspiration from amazing leaders who have done incredible things in their careers.
Patrick Wallas ((6) Patrick Wallas | LinkedIn) is the embodiment of that type of inspiring and remarkable leader whose passion for education and for instilling a powerful sense of personal and collective integrity across all pupils and staff is intoxicating. Patrick has been the headmaster of the prestigious All Saints Anglican School for over 2 decades creating a legacy that has impacted thousands of people to do better, to be better and be the best version of themselves.
A truly great man whose time leading such a wonderful school has shaped and transformed the local community and has set the standard for educational institutions across Australia and internationally. Patrick’s empathy and patience for everyone he meets from all walks of life is truly inspiring. He extends the same level of courtesy and dignity to all who cross his path no matter what their background. There is great wisdom here with this great man, we hope you enjoy it!

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They say the only constant in life is change and on today's episode we had the pleasure of talking with Global Executive Business Coach – Albana Vrioni. 

Albana story is truly amazing.  Albana talks to us about growing up and family life in soviet Albania and then going on to graduate as a mechanical engineer working for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Then a few years later Albana’s career took a 90% degree turn moving out of engineering and into Business and Executive Coaching with Marshall Goldsmith in Brussels. Albana then went on to join Forbes Coaches Council as an Executive Coach. 

Albana talks us through the concept of generative intelligence coaching that she is using to help business owners and executives re-imagine the future, see beyond what’s obvious, and reconcile conflicting truths and competing values. She also talks us through her Ted Talk on Crowdsourcing a new change management pattern—recognizing that when the crowds participate in co-creating, change is embraced faster and its impact is wider.

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On today's podcast we talk to the amazing visionary and seasoned entrepreneur Mike Casey.  Mike is a co founder of New Zealand Zero (NZ0.com) and forestlodge.nz -  organisations focused on zero fossil fuel food production. Mike's passion for sustainability and supporting endeavours that help ensure the longevity of this planet are truly inspiring. 

Mike was born in New Zealand and began his career as a Java Developer and programmer. Mike moved to Sydney and was one of the founders of Fishburners, one of Australia’s longest-enduring and largest tech startup communities,  Fishburners is an organisation helping tech entrepreneurs and their teams with the earliest stages of building and growing a successful technology business.
 
Mike was also one of the founders GradConnection in 2008 that helps to connect university graduates with top employers. GradConnection is one of the most successful graduate recruitment sites across Australia, South Africa, U.K., U.S.A. and Asia. GradConnection was then acquired by SEEK in 2019.
 
Returning to New Zealand, Mike and business partner and friend Michiel Reuvecamp founded New Zealand Zero – a company born from a desire, and need, to eliminate fossil fuel used in the growing and harvesting of produce. Their first project Forest Lodge Orchard, is focused on demonstrating the success of an electrified orchard and to reinforce the potential and viability of fossil fuel free grown produce.

Mike is also a regular investor in New Zealand and Australian startups with a focus on climate and emissions reduction technology.

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Paul Taylor is a Neuroscientist, Exercise Physiologist and Nutritionist who is currently completing a PhD in Applied Psychology.

A former British Royal Navy Aircrew Officer, Paul has a proven track record in leadership and dealing in high-pressure situations having undergone rigorous Military Combat Survival and Resistance-to-Interrogation Training. His former roles as an Airborne Anti-submarine Warfare Officer and a Helicopter Search-And-Rescue Crew Member are just the start of what this super man is capable of. 

Where Paul’s real passion lies is in testing the limits of our mind and body and the impacts of stress, sleep and exercise. Paul is the Director of The Mind-Body-Brain Performance Institute (https://www.mindbodybrain.com.au) where he delivers resilience, leadership and executive performance workshops to companies and athletes. 

In 2010 Paul created and co-hosted the TV series Body and Brain Overhaul (and has appeared regularly on The Biggest Loser TV series. In 2010 and 2015, he was voted Australian Fitness Industry presenter of the year. In 2021, Paul launched the highly successful podcast MindBodyBrain focused on topics designed to improve your mind, body and brain to become its best self.

Paul has also launched a new book Death By Comfort  (https://www.booktopia.com.au/death-by-comfort-paul-taylor/book/9781922611505.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-6X5aOR-gIVt4NLBR31wwegEAAYASAAEgITn_D_BwE) which provides straight up, no nonsense advice of how we can live healthier and happier lives in the modern world. 

Strap in for a no nonsense between the eyes chat with this lovable Irish lariken whose passion for learning, family, fitness and life is intoxicating to hear about. 

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Billy Hedderman is a former tactical commander of the Irish Special Forces (Army Ranger Wing) and Captain in the Australian Infantry.

While body boarding on the Sunshine Coast (Australia) on New Year's Eve 2014,  a wave dumped him into the sand. He broke his neck, back and suffered immediate spinal cord damage, paralysing him from the neck down. Lucky not to drown, Billy was rushed to Queensland's premier spinal injuries unit where he began the difficult road to recovery.

With feeling in only one finger and one toe, Billy began an intense and difficult rehabilitation from his hospital bed. Seven months later this amazing individual ran a 10km race in Brisbane in under one hour which is the stuff of miracles. This is an amazing story of psychological resilience and determination and truly reflects what a turnaround mindset really is!

Billy has written a fantastic book Unbowed: A Soldier's Journey Back from Paralysis  (Unbowed: A Soldier's Journey Back from Paralysis - Hedderman, Billy | 9781781175934 | Amazon.com.au | Books) which captures his dramatic journey back from quadriplegic to running marathons again.

A husband, a father of two and a true believer in the poem Invictus, Billy Hedderman is the true master of his fate and captain of his soul! 

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What an episode we have for you Turnaround Mindset'ers!!!

David Hunter is the founder of Optimal Agriculture (Optimal) established to secure the future of our food system by deploying autonomous, sustainable greenhouses outside every city on Earth.

This incredible entrepreneur has set a high benchmark for the rest us, aiming to provide billions of people with fruit and vegetables in a way which is resilient to extreme weather conditions caused by climate change. Agriculture already accounts for over 70% of the world's freshwater consumption. Greenhouses are the solution - Our mission at Optimal Labs - YouTube

David began his career with the Royal Air Force before taking a  different direction into algorithmic trading with UBS, Credit Suisse and Deutsche Bank.  Following the completion of his Masters of Computer Science with Oxford University, David has now turned 100% of his attention towards transforming the ways we farm globally whilst minimising resource consumption.

In this incredible interview, David talks through the highs and lows that come with being an entrepreneur, the mindset needed to overcome set backs and how important it is to live life without regret. 

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This week we chat with the amazing Michael S Duggan ((3) Experience | Michael S. Duggan | LinkedIn)....the ultra marathon runner that is changing the way organisations deal with environmental sustainability and climate change.

Michael is one of the founders of Fathers of Girls ((2) Fathers of Girls: Overview | LinkedIn), a Director of Sustainability at Ashurst, a former COO of Orange Sky (Orange Sky Australia | Positively Connecting Communities) and holds a PHD in Business and Sustainability. 

Michael talks through his 12 step process that gets him mentally and physically prepared to tackle ultra-marathons, business ventures and life. We also discuss Michael’s perspective on sustainability and human rights; the challenges facing organisations around culture and his passion projects in education and family.  

So much to learn from Michael on this very special podcast.  

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Welcome to Season 2 of the Turnaround Mindset!

We had the pleasure of speaking to Dr. Rupy Aujla, founder of The Doctors Kitchen (Improve your health using food — The Doctors Kitchen), successful author and celebrity chef, whose passion to teach people how to cook their way to health is gaining global momentum.

Dr Rupy began his journey as an NHS medical doctor in the UK, before a significant heart condition completely changed the course of his life and career.  Dr Rupy has now become a household name in nutritional medicine and mindful eating internationally, showcasing the beauty of food and medicinal effects of eating and living well.

From his humble beginnings in Sydney Australia, uploading cooking videos to Youtube, the popularity of The Doctors Kitchen has grown exponentially with the launch of a successful podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-doctors-kitchen-podcast/id131693864) and app and the production of three best selling cooking books. Dr Rupy also regularly appears on television shows across the BBC, ITV and Channel 4's ‘Cook Clever, Waste Less’ with Prue Leith. 

In this very open and honest interview, Dr Rupy talks about some of the challenges he has experienced in building a business, as well as coming to terms with his own vulnerabilities  as a business leader. 

Spending some time on the Turnaround Mindset couch with a cup of tea, Dr Rupy shares his secret recipe to life and business with our listeners. This was a fantastic podcast recording and we know you are going to love it!

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With more and more of us working remotely, and with signs that COVID is going to be with us for some time, business leaders are facing new challenges in keeping employees motivated in their jobs and inspired to serve customers and deliver deadlines. Motivation can be in short supply during times of stress.

No matter how talented or experienced you are, it's not possible to stay driven all the time. If you manage teams, you're bound to encounter employees or even entire teams who suffer from a lack of motivation.

Management would be easy if only everyone were highly motivated. Managers have no choice but to deal with all kinds of people. So how do you get employees to follow your lead? How do you get people energised and committed in such a way that they not only support your initiatives but carry them out?

Simon Sinek recently posted a video called how do I motivate the unmotivated where he indicated that we should not assume that a lack of motivation is an intrinsic problem. As leaders we should first evaluate whether or not we’ve created an environment that inspires our employees. In order to spark motivation, people must feel seen and valued. 

So on today's podcast, we thought we would expand on this topic around what our tips are around how we can motivate employees and our direct teams. 

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So what are the characteristics we should all look for in organisations that have created a great culture? 

With remote working becoming a permanent part of how we now conduct and run our businesses, creating a positive and proactive culture has become every employee’s responsibility.

Nowadays, creating a great culture, starts and ends with leadership. However, those organisations that drive a top down approach don’t necessarily cultivate a culture of trust and freedom demotivating staff to stay on top of matters and achieve the corporate vision. 

It seems that those leaders that encourage responsibility among employees by creating a culture that promotes and fosters accountability at all levels, are generally more successful and become ‘employers of choice’ in their chosen field. Holding people accountable is one of the most important things a leader can do, but it is also one of the hardest things to achieve.

On today's episode we discuss:

• individual contribution versus team contribution and why organisations should  value them differently 
• the cultural fundamentals behind accountability, responsibility and the sense of ownership
• the relationship that exists between processes, tools and peoples mindsets
• our Seven tips for building an accountable and responsible culture 

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