PODCASTS

How do you lead in a world of changing social values and what are the challenges impacting a young boy’s character development? How do you prepare young boys to thrive as men in an increasingly challenging world? These questions and so much more are answered by Dr. Rob McEwan, Headmaster of the Hutchins School in Hobart, Tasmania. Join me for a series of wonderful insights shared by Rob, drawn from his extensive leadership experience and knowledge.

Are you an aspirational Principal considering leadership in a regional school? Are you clear about the challenges and opportunities associated with regional school communities and what is required of you to succeed? In this leadership conversation, Simon Lees, Head of The Toowoomba Anglican School, shares countless positive insights from his six years leading an independent school. Simon provides a compelling argument as to why a regional should be seen as a destination for leaders, not a stepping stone.

Why should you work on your career while you are in it and what is the value of having a mentor or a sponsor in your life? In this compelling conversation with Karen Spiller OAM, then Principal of John Paul College in Brisbane, Karen shares some insightful perspectives on leadership growth - including the importance of loving what you do, taking care of yourself, using social media to good effect and how to deal with imposter syndrome. This is a great conversation that is of equal value to both current and aspiring Principals.

Cath Clark was the CEO of Netball Queensland and shared her insights into leadership in a world where ego is vital for success, but so too is humility. Cath played a vital role in changing the Netball economy in Australia and recognised how entitlement has poisoned the cultures of many elite sporting codes in recent times. She is driven by curiosity and is determined to recruit based on who-ness ahead of what-ness and lift others up as she climbs.

After reading Stephen's book, Ethics Trumps Power, ABC Radio Brisbane's Drive Announcer, Steve Austin chats with Stephen about the significant leadership deficit in Australian politics and the impact it is having on our society.