Catching The Octopus Podcast

E40: Interview with Michelle Griffiths Michelle was the co-owner of Laser Electrical Bunbury and has now shifted into her acting career. She gives some great insights into successful business ownership and operation and also draws connection on how her business acumen has assisted with setting a strong foundation for her acting career. We speak about moving through the identity change when coming...

E38: Interview with Brett Harmeling Brett is a husband, father, serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, investor, Rice University MBA graduate and airline executive and in this episode, we talked about the importance of launching into your full potential. This potential can be reached in all areas of leadership in life including physical, mental, emotional and psychological. Brett speaks about leader...

E36: Interview with Iain Massey Iain is the founder of Upland Consulting and works very closely with family businesses to create increase profitability and cohesion. In this episode we talked about the importance of creating a community that allows small businesses to tap into peer support. We also touched on how we can be hesitant to reach out and encouraging leaders to work with support is key i...

E35: Recap of Interview with Stuart Cumming In this recap episode we review our interview with Stuart Cumming in her interview from Episode 34. We review: Relationships allow us to work our leadership magic The power of a good sense of humour Recognising the potential in those around you Being brave and encourage those around us to take risks It is about who we need to be become over what we do th...

E34: Interview with Stuart Cumming Stuart is a Primary School Principal and Major in the Australian Army. In this episode, we talk about the power of building and maintain effective relationships. Stuart candidly shared some stories of how he was able to foster strong relationships that came back to serve him 20 years later. Stuart also discussed mentorship and how we should be giving opportunitie...

E33: Recap of Interview with Lynne Harwood In this recap episode we review our interview with Lynne Harwood in her interview from Episode 32. We review: ·         Leading from within and behind as well as from the front ·         Doing the right thing in place of just doing things right ·         Creating an understanding of your team and what makes them tick ·         Increasing the competency of...

E32: Interview with Lynne Harwood Lynne is the CEO of Forrest Personnel and in this episode, we talk about so many amazing leadership concepts with a key focus around servant leadership. Lynne gave some insights on how to fill that space by making yourself as indispensable as possible though focussing on being there to serve above everything else. The most effective way to do this is to make it al...

E31: Recap of Interview with Billy Wauhop In this recap episode we review our interview with Billy Wauhop in his interview from Episode 30. We review: ·         Things we need to keep us balanced in our overall life ·         Tapping into creativity to allow space for our inner child ·         Having solid mentors that help keep us on track ·         Connecting with people through being relatable...

E30: Interview with Billy Wauhop Billy is the Club Manager and Franchise Owner of Anytime Fitness Bunbury and in this episode, we talk about the importance of reading people, connecting with them, and setting up environments that are inclusive and inviting. Billy talks about reading the room, while also reading the person to identify how you can meet the needs of the person you are meeting with or...

E29: Recap of Interview with Amy Jacobson In this recap episode we review our interview with Amy Jacobson in her interview from Episode 28. We review: The willingness to learn The connection of our thoughts, emotions and behaviours Don't put on a false front as people can pick up on that There is no such thing as a good or bad emotion   One of the most emotionally intelligent things you can do is...

E28: Interview with Amy Jacobson Amy is an Published Author, Keynote Speaker and Emotional Intelligence Specialist and, in this episode, we talk about everything EI. Amy discusses the truth about communication not being about yourself but about the person you are communicating with and the importance of being able to read people to allow you to adjust your style in order to feel connected with the...

E27: Recap of Interview with Dale Meyer In this recap episode we review our interview with Dale Meyer in his interview from Episode 26. We review: Seeing failure as something to be celebrated Receiving takeaways from situations that don't go to plan Focussing on the journey over the glory of the endgame The energy and power connected with the words we use Creating an awareness of self that allows...

E26: Interview with Dale Meyer Dale is the founder of The Sequoia Project and in this episode we talk about who we need to become in order to achieve the goals that we set for ourselves. Dale also talks about the importance of failure and its role is helping you shift from your current situation. Shifting from your current situation of where you know how to feel, act and behave I only possible whe...

E25: Recap of Interview with Grant Gilmour In this recap episode we review our interview with Grant Gilmour in his interview from Episode 24. We review: Growing, managing and getting the best out of your team Setting up a psychologically safe environment for employees Building relationships with and between employees Using communication as a tool to make your team feel heard and valued The power o...

E24: Interview with Grant Gilmour Grant is the owner of Gilmour Plumbing and Gas and in this episode, we discuss top tips for helping grow your business. Grant talks about the focus on people and building strong relationships and communications with individuals and within teams. He also talks about the importance of spending time with the team outside of the workplace and how that creates environm...

E23: Recap of Interview with Megan Hazeldean In this recap episode we review our interview with Megan Hazeldean in her interview from Episode 22. We review: Following your souls purpose Becoming uncomfortable to make great things happen Bringing passion into everything you do The power of serving others   Niomi Hurley (Host) Contact Details: Niomi Hurley Email Niomi Hurley LinkedIn Profile Get Up...

E22: Interview with Megan Hazeldean Megan is the founder of Dying Right Australia which is a foundation that supports end of life transition. In this episode Megan talks about how assisting her friend through her end of life journey birthed the idea of Dying Right Australia. Megan has a unique way about bringing joy into the conversation around dying and talks about giving space for grief, revelli...

E21: Recap of Interview with Rhys Veen In this recap episode we review our interview with Rhys Veen in his interview from Episode 20. We review: Giving things a go – just show up The power of consistency Shifting from a zone of excellence into a zone of genius Imposter Syndrome The importance of wellbeing through nourishing the body Learning from and connecting with others   Niomi Hurley (Host) Co...

E20: Interview with Rhys Veen Rhys Veen is a Physiotherapist, Co-founder of the Emboddy Store and Chairperson for the Young People in Business initiative with the Bunbury Geographe Chamber of Commerce and Industry. In this episode with Rhys, we talk about giving things a go, showing up and maintaining consistency. In our conversation we discussed some tips for young leaders that us 'not so young'...

E19: Recap of Interview with Bashir Riachi In this recap episode we review our interview with Bashir Riachi in his interview from Episode 18. We review: The work we do in private, shows up in how present in public How being different can become your superpower How cultural biases and gender biases can show up within teams The art of listening and how that impacts getting to know the members of you...

E18: Interview with Bashir Riachi Bashir Riachi has established an impressive career in sales leadership and has worked for organisations that service some of Australia's biggest corporate clients. In this episode with Bashir, we talk about the importance of trust and accountability in not just leaderships, but relationships in general. In our conversation we discussed a range of leadership lesson...

E17: Recap of Interview with Sean Picton In this recap episode we review our interview with Sean Picton in his interview from Episode 16. We review: The benefits of serving others for mental wellbeing How eliminating expectations results in reduced suffering The meaning behind the phrase 'as within, so without' Continuity and consistency in how we present to the world The power of the right mindse...

E16: Interview with Sean Picton Sean Picton is the Response Team Inspector for the Royal Gibraltar Police, he runs his own business called The Hero Coach, and is host of The Hero Help Desk Podcast.   In this episode with Sean, we talk about navigating the chaos of life and leadership. In our conversation we discussed using skill development as a tool for moving through and out of depression, embra...