Get Jasched

Most leaders know how to push harder, because we're constantly told to. Far fewer have figured out how to recover well. In this episode, I'm exploring one of the most overlooked leadership skills: recovery. Not just taking time off, but intentionally creating the mental, emotional and physical space that allows you to think clearly, lead effectively and sustain high performance over time...

Have we become so obsessed with self-improvement that we've forgotten how to simply enjoy life? In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess reflects on finishing her Master's in Applied Positive Psychology, finalising her upcoming book, and the unexpected lesson that emerged from years of intense learning and development: growth isn't the only thing that matters. From productivity culture...

Ever finish a workday feeling exhausted, despite not making meaningful progress on the things that matter most? The problem might not be your workload. In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess explores the concept of attention residue - a phenomenon identified by researcher Sophie Leroy that explains why constantly switching between emails, meetings, messages, and projects can leave us feeling mentall...

We live in a world that rewards immediacy. Instant messages. Instant updates. Instant feedback. So what happens when the things that matter most take months - or even years - to come to life? In this episode, Jess reflects on completing her Master's degree, finalising her upcoming book, and navigating the reality of long-term projects that require faith, patience, and persistence long before...

What if movement wasn’t about perfection, aesthetics, or “gym culture”, but about improving someone’s quality of life? In this episode, Jess sits down with Sam Godbold, senior exercise physiologist and clinic manager at Hiya Health, to talk about disability, chronic illness, exercise, communication, and the importance of removing barriers to movement. Together, they unpack: Why exercise looks diff...

If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly trying to catch up, squeeze more in, or somehow “optimise” every second of your day… this episode is for you. In this conversation, Jess unpacks the pressure business owners and leaders place on themselves around productivity, time management, and hustle culture - and why the idea that “we all have the same 24 hours” is simply not true. After navigating a...

Your brain is doing exactly what it’s designed to do, even when it sometimes feels a little broken. In this episode, I’m unpacking something that affects all of us: negative bias - why one awkward moment, one piece of feedback, or one “off” interaction can feel louder than everything that went right. We’ll talk about: Why your brain naturally focuses on the negative How this shows up at work, in l...

In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess sits down with HR consultant Karen Kirton to unpack one of the biggest challenges facing workplaces today: communication. From employee engagement surveys and leadership blind spots to gossip, trust, neurodivergence, and the difference between talking at people versus truly listening, this conversation dives deep into what actually creates healthy workplace cul...

What does it take to turn personal loss into a national movement for change? In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess is joined by Casey Lyons, CEO and co-founder of LIVIN - a mental health education charity on a mission to create a future where suicide is no longer the leading cause of death for young Australians. Founded in memory of Casey’s best mate, LIVIN has now impacted over 340,000 people acro...

What kind of culture are you creating when someone asks a question? In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores a critical (and often overlooked) leadership skill: creating a workplace culture where questions are welcomed, not judged, dismissed, or punished. Because when people don’t feel safe to ask questions, they stay silent… and they also second-guess, make avoidable mistakes, lose con...

200 episodes. Nearly 6 years. And a whole lot of lessons in between. In this milestone episode of Get Jasched, Jess reflects on what it really takes to build something meaningful over time, without burning out, overthinking, or chasing the “perfect” strategy. From starting a podcast during COVID-19 to evolving it into a platform for real, honest conversations, this episode unpacks 6 powerful lesso...

Most leaders only turn to mindfulness when stress is already overwhelming. But what if the real power of mindfulness isn’t reactive, but more in a preventative approach? In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess explores the science and lived experience behind proactive mindfulness, and why practicing before stress hits can fundamentally change how you lead, decide, and respond under pressure. Drawing...

We talk a lot about stress, overwhelm, and “having too much on”… but rarely do we talk about the small, practical systems that actually reduce the mental load behind it all. In this episode, I’m breaking down one simple shift that can create more ease in your day—without needing more time, more money, or more productivity hacks. From creating repeatable routines (yes, even something as basic as la...

Most leaders know workplace wellbeing matters. They talk about it. They believe in it. They want better resilience, healthier teams, and less stress at work. But when it comes to actually implementing wellbeing practices, many leaders feel stuck. The goal feels clear, but the path there can feel overwhelming. In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores why wellbeing initiatives in leadersh...

Struggle to find mindfulness in your busy life?  I've worked my entire career helping business owners, Defence members, and athletes find ways to practice mindfulness and meditation in ways that felt accessible to them.  Because of this, I'm so excited to announce the podcast subscription side of Get Jasched - Get Jasched Meditation+, a monthly subscription to a library of guided meditat...

Modern workplaces are full of noise, urgency, and constant information. And when people feel overwhelmed, communication is often the first thing to break down. In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores how leaders can communicate with greater clarity and calm when teams are stressed, distracted, or operating at cognitive overload. Drawing on research from Cognitive Load Theory and studie...

What if your leadership challenges are just as much physiological as they are strategic? In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores how somatic awareness — your ability to notice what’s happening in your body — directly impacts leadership presence, stress regulation, and decision-making. Drawing on research in embodied cognition and interoception, Jess breaks down why leadership skills re...

Can leaders delegate wellbeing? Many organisations invest in mindfulness programs, wellbeing initiatives, and culture-building workshops for their teams. But there’s one critical mistake that quietly undermines all of it: Leaders who outsource wellbeing… without practicing it themselves. In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores why workplace wellbeing efforts fall flat when leaders don’...

Are you unintentionally moving the goalposts on your team? Many leaders are visionary — full of ideas, strategy, and momentum. But without clear communication, even the strongest vision can create confusion, disengagement, and burnout. In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores one of the most overlooked leadership skills: clearly communicating what you need so your team can actually supp...

At the beginning of a new year, it’s easy to feel pressure to have everything planned, mapped, and moving already. But what if how you are being matters just as much — if not more — than what you’re doing? In this solo episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores the tension between strategy and embodiment, and why relying solely on plans, frameworks, and lists can leave us feeling disconnected fro...

In this solo episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores the emotional economy of leadership — the invisible emotional labour many leaders carry as they support teams, manage uncertainty, and hold space for others. Drawing on emotional labour theory (Hochschild), emotion regulation research, and insights from wellbeing science, this episode unpacks why empathy has become a core leadership currency...

Psychological safety is now written into workplace legislation — but what does that actually mean for leaders, managers, and teams in practice? In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess is joined by Ebony Dignan, Director of EJD Advisory, for a grounded, practical conversation about psychological safety, leadership responsibility, and workplace culture — and why compliance alone is never enough. Ebony...

What happens when women stop giving themselves away — and start making themselves the priority? In this powerful and deeply grounded conversation, I’m joined by Nancy Griffin, CEO and Founder of Women, Worth and Wellness, a pioneering organisation supporting women’s financial wellbeing, health, and leadership since the early 1990s. Together, we explore what it truly means for women to step up and...

As the year draws to a close, many of us feel caught in a push–pull: wanting to wrap things up, while also desperately needing rest. In this final episode of Get Jasched for the year, Jess offers a gentle, grounded reflection on navigating the end-of-year period with more self-trust, clarity, and compassion — especially after what has been a heavy year for so many. This episode explores: - Why end...

In this deeply honest and necessary conversation, I’m joined by former lawyer turned sustainable fashion founder and brand strategist Katey Harris to unpack what’s really happening beneath the surface for small business owners right now. We dive into: - Why small businesses are burning out at record levels - The real impact of comparison with big corporations - Why price and convenience are killin...