Freedom Fridays

In Episode 90 Pete chats with Tash Pieterse , an internationally certified and award-nominated People Leadership Coach, business owner, and dynamic speaker. Tash brings a fresh perspective to leadership, blending bold ideas with practical insights for today’s leaders. From challenging traditional leadership norms to rethinking how we handle imposter thoughts, Tash offers actionable strategies and...

Freedom Fridays Episode 89 featuring Kim Lancer Unlocking Confidence: Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome In this episode, Pete welcomes Kim Lancer, a seasoned leadership development expert who’s fiercely passionate about building confidence and combating tall poppy syndrome. Kim is the CEO of Tall Poppies Leadership, an organisation dedicated to empowering individuals to stand out and emb...

In Episode 88 Pete chats to Glin Bayley – colleague, author and negotiation Specialist about her new venture, The Value Negotiator a nd the accompanying book The Negotiation Playbook. An in depth discussion pointing directly at the wide range of contexts that are negotiable. If you’re interested in negotiating bigger, better deals; negotiating a better salary; negotiating with the kids on screen-t...

In Episode 87 of the Freedom Fridays Podcast, Pete welcomes back friend, colleague, and soul brother, Richard Oakes . Pete and Richard reflect on the personal and professional challenges they've encountered over the past year. They discuss navigating life's highs and lows and reflect on the tactics that have guided them through difficult times. They explore the importance of being honest within th...

In Episode #86 of Freedom Fridays Podcast, Pete dives into a captivating conversation with his dear friend, Steve Ellis . Steve shares his awe-inspiring journey to Everest Base Camp and beyond, weaving together 'hero's journey' tales of resilience and discovery. Steve, a return guest to Freedom Fridays , reflects on side stories from his trek, discussing the aspirations kindled by his&nb...

In Episode 85 of the Freedom Fridays Podcast Pete chats with Paul Dalton, a specialist mindfulness teacher. They dive in to the whys, whats and what nots of all things mindful – why has the concept gained traction over the last decade or so?; what is it in comparisons to something like meditation?; What are the biggest mistakes people make in trying mindfulness techniques? If any of you talk to yo...

In episode 84 of the Freedom Fridays podcast, Pete chats with Dan Robins, board member for gender pay gap advocacy group ‘Seat at the Table’. Pete and Dan dive headfirst into some of the challenges of paid parental leave, particularly for Dads. In encouraging Dads to take parental leave the conversation explores some of the benefits for organisations, parents and the wider society. Pete asks some...

Welcome to Episode 82 where Pete chats with Liz Wagenvoort, a dynamic wellbeing coach specialising in empowering individuals battling chronic illness. Get ready for an inspiring tale as Liz recounts her own journey of career upheaval intersecting with the challenges of chronic illness, and how she emerged stronger, guiding others along the same path. Join Liz and Pete as they delve into the t...

In celebration of International Womens Day on March 8th Pete talks to Sarah Grattan (CEO Lifeline Northern Beaches). Sarah has had and continues to have, an extensive leadership career. She reveals her backstory to getting involved in community leadership and where her ‘bloody-mindedness’ developed and how it’s helped her in previous and current roles. Revealingly, as CEO of Lifeline Northern Beac...

Welcome to Episode 81 of the Freedom Fridays Podcast, marking the grand finale of 2023's journey. As a recap I would like to share a whisper from each guest that I've interviewed over the year and share with you three of the whispers that have struck me most prominently.  I take this opportunity to extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible guests who graced our s...

Following on from Part 1  Episode 79 , here is Part 2 of our conversation with Nickie Scriven, the brilliant mind behind   Chief Meta Chicks . What unfolds is a dynamic dialogue filled with inspiration, raw truths, and profound insights, serving as a powerful reminder of our human potential. Nickie bares it all, sharing the highs and lows of her personal and professional journey, complet...

Get ready for an exhilarating ride on Freedom Fridays Episode 79, as Pete delves into a captivating conversation with Nickie Scriven, the brilliant mind behind Chief Meta Chicks . Curious about what Chief Meta Chicks is all about? You're not alone - Pete had the same question! What unfolds is a dynamic dialogue filled with inspiration, raw truths, and profound insights, serving as a powerful remin...

In Episode 78 Pete chats to Steve Ellis , a long-time friend and colleague who works in the same leadership and change space. Most will have heard the expression “the cobblers shoes”. Apparently, it derives from an old Spanish proverb which roughly translates to 'the cobbler's children have no shoes'. This means that someone with a specific skill (e.g. leadership and change) is often so busy assis...

In this episode, Pete chats to David Sollars who is a return guest also featured in  episode #46 .  The essence of their first conversation was Dave sharing his reflections on being provoked by something on the outside that caused him to give away his power, authority and choice. Dave & Pete pick up the conversation nearly 2 years later to explore the journey so far an...

In episode 76, Pete records a solo podcast. The Overland Track experience was a significant one for Pete and in this podcast he share’s some further thoughts and insights about his experience. Tune in to hear about pausing to look back but focusing on what’s in front of you; Going together but at your own pace: how peer pressure exists at any age; and some reflections on the eclectic hiker. S...

In Episode 75 Pete chats to another Pete – Pete Lawson, a livestock farmer based in country NSW. They met through a mutual friend and connected whilst completing the Overland Track in Tasmania. What was intriguing about Pete’s story is the framework he was introduced to as a 19-year-old that he has used in setting and delivering on his goals ever since – not just for himself but his entire fa...

In this episode, Pete chats with author and experienced business consultant Sharon Seivert. They discuss some of the challenges facing leaders now and into the future. Sharon shares the elements of Balanced Leadership – Core | Vision | Mission | Interact with people | Structure | Synergy – based on her latest book and they explore how those elements might show up for every level of the leader...

In Episode #73 we have returned guest, Dr. Kristy Goodwin who joins Pete to chat about her new book ‘ Dear Digital, We Need To Talk '. Dr. Kristy Goodwin is an a ward-winning digital wellbeing and productivity expert , researcher, author, speaker, and media commentator who provides science-backed solutions to optimise wellbeing and productivity in a digital world. Pete and Kristy chat about t...

In Episode 72 Pete chats to Calvin Chilchik , Head of Club of United Business  Sydney. Moving from South Africa to Australia as a 14-year-old boy brought all sorts of challenges and Calvin shares how some of those experiences have shaped his life. Bouncing between a music career, university, retail stores, and now a business owner Calvin encourages us to ‘do the daunting stuff' and what...

In Episode 71 Pete chats with long-time colleague and fellow facilitator and coach Aly King-Smith. The conversation loops between strategies to effectively address burn-out, how to re-invent yourself for the next life chapter, and whether you’re inflicting or inflicted.  A wide-ranging conversation with some gold if you listen to what’s between the words. Aly King-Smith is the Direc...

In episode #70 Pete  chats with   Richard Oakes . Richard is Group CEO for the   Ohten Group , a serial disruptive thinker, and a world record-holding cyclist. The conversation touches on finding your why but looking inward, not necessarily outward. Pete & Richard discuss how choices can be inefficient and in taking the choice out, it speaks to who you are. Richard sha...

In episode #69 Pete chats with Jane Atherton, founder of OM Phoenix . Jane is an entrepreneur, business owner, leadership consultant, and single Mum. Jane is passionate about raising the level of leadership consciousness and provided the shortest answer to the podcast opening question about what people are seeking freedom from – FEAR! Pete & Jane have varied discussions ranging from discerning...

This week Pete chats to a long-time colleague, author, and fellow Ironman – Jim Steele. They dive deep into Jim’s latest book Unashamedly Superhuman  exploring the possible balance between performance and well-being. Often perceived to be polar opposites Jim explains how certain aspects of our well-being can support high performance and vice versa. In Jim’s words, the book moves the reader ‘b...

Welcome to Season 3 of the Freedom Fridays Podcast.  During this episode, Pete will share his process for reflecting on 2022 and planning for 2023, his year-long commitment to continue making progress, and his two words for the year which are Space and Acceptance. Listen to the episode to hear how he's going to put it all into practice. Show Notes:   Episode #67 Re-Fresh,...

This week Pete records our final recording of 2022 reflecting on the year that was. Pete shares his insights around ‘starting with who’ which involves imagining a future self and building a subsequent why. He shares his own experience of “I’d be happy if…” and the external connection and validation sometimes required. Balancing the urgent and important is the final topic Pete touches on encouragin...