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Ever feel like you're in a weird limbo—not overwhelmed, just flat ? You're not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing what I personally do when I hit those low-energy, low-clarity phases. This isn’t a guide on what you should do. It’s simply how I get myself back on track without spiralling into a thought-loop or trying to “fix” everything. 🔑 What we cover: The difference between being overwhelmed v...

What was meant to be a cruisy, reflective post-Sunshine Coast weekend took a hard left turn—via a foot injury and a trip to an Urgent Care clinic. But, true to form, this episode isn't really about my foot. In this off-the-cuff episode, I talk about: How one tiny splinter (literally and metaphorically) can throw everything off. The incredible career switch that challenged how I think about “too la...

We have an absolute world-leader in the field of nonverbal communication joining us on the Weekend Rewind, Michael Grinder. Michael has over 40 years of experience training thousands of groups. Known as the pioneer of nonverbal communication, Michael helps executives and educators assess people more accurately, connect with others more deeply, and build their charisma. We explore how to use his fa...

Hey, thanks for tuning into this Weekend Rewind — a chance to revisit favourite conversations. This one’s with Zaretta Hammond , author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain , and a woman I now call a friend. In fact, we caught up for breakfast in New York after this episode aired — I was flying out that afternoon, she was in town, and it was one of those serendipitous moments that made...

This episode is a bit of a behind-the-scenes unpacking of a business move I’ve been toying with for literally years… and finally pulled the trigger on last weekend. Here’s the gist: I’ve started a new digital home on Substack , and I’m calling it Work Fame (at least for now — more on that inside the episode). In this quick solo chat, I share: Why I made the leap from ConvertKit to Substack after s...

Who needs positive self talk when you can create this... (what I'm about to play on the show today) This episode is a combo of: An experiment with Manus AI + Descript A hilarious/awesome/fake locker-room pep talk it created for me My real-time, gogglebox-style commentary on how it went I prompted AI to pretend it was giving me a “get hyped” speech in a basketball locker room, just before I walk in...

Quick one: You're invited to join my free community, Work Fame. Today’s episode is basically what happens when you mix cinnamon rolls, idea overload, and a Brisbane brunch catch-up with my brilliant friend, Jade Miller. (Fun fact, Jade illustrated my book cover, and also the drawings in The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint!) We sat down for a coffee and ended up doing what we always do — bouncing ideas,...

Look, I wasn’t meant to touch my computer on Sunday. But then I got access to Manus AI —a hands-free AI tool that genuinely does the work for you. Like, no more prompting, copy-pasting, or jumping between tools. This thing opens its own browser and just goes to work . In today’s episode, I share: Why I dropped everything (nearly even my football team, Brisbane Roar FC) to play with this How Manus...

We’re talking anti-BATCHERS — yep, I made that up at a long lunch in Brisbane and couldn’t stop thinking about it. If you’ve ever felt allergic to rigid routines and pre-scheduled creativity, you’re in good company. In this episode, I share why I don’t batch my daily podcast episodes (and don’t recommend my approach either 😅), the accidental rituals that do help me show up daily, and why creating...

Leanne Hughes and Alan Weiss unpack exactly how to score international gigs—without needing to be “famous,” have a publisher, or move countries. From leaving your book at the front desk of a Thai hotel, to speaking at global conferences (even for free), this conversation covers everything you actually need to build a global practice. Whether you’re a consultant, coach, speaker or someone who just...

Today’s throwback is an absolute gem with Juraj Holub who was employee number eight at Slido. When I interviewed him, he was still on the exec team there—now he’s running his own business, Remote People, helping others become speaking heroes. Juraj's not just a meeting nerd (his title was Chief Meeting Designer after all—how good is that?!), he’s also an MC, facilitator, and marketing brain . In t...

Today's episode is brought to you by none other than the international man of questions himself, Michael Bungay Stanier (MBS). MBS left me two voice notes—both sharp, generous, and classic MBS—and I decided not to choose one. I tackled both. 🟡 Q1: What did I need to unlearn from 2024 to become the person I want to be in 2025? I riff on the shift I’m making—from seeking wisdom from the usual suspe...

Today I’m buzzing from one of those brilliant, unexpected moments where everything just clicks . A couple of weeks ago, I launched an offer called Roasted by Leanne, where I’d roast your product or offer page, giving kind but constructive feedback. One roast in and I was already loving it. The person said it was “a full-bellied roast full of generosity” which I’ll take as a compliment! But here’s...

I had the pleasure of chatting with Dr Paul Browning , an educator-turned-founder who’s spent decades in school leadership and is now taking on a much bigger challenge: redesigning education to actually prepare students for the real world. Paul is the founder of Vivedus , a company focused on helping schools teach, assess, and report on creative thinking — the one skill students (and employees) de...

Today I’m sharing a bit of a rant (slash reflection) on all the media noise surrounding the Brisbane 2032 Olympics. Specifically, I wanted to unpack two things: The drama around not sticking to the original venue plan This idea that Brisbane is going to be an “international embarrassment” Here’s the thing: we need to be okay with plans evolving. The world is changing, and smart people pivot when n...

Hey, it’s Leanne, and today’s episode is a little different—I just wrapped up a personal styling session with the incredible Cate Massi , and I had to bring you along for the debrief. This is actually the second time I’ve worked with Cate, and once again, she absolutely nailed it. In this episode, I chat with Cate about: ✅ How she got into styling and the life-changing conversations she’s had in...

In this weekend rewind, I bring you a first-time wizard on the show— Dr. Jason Fox —a wizard-philosopher disguised as a motivational speaker and leadership advisor. His expertise lies in guiding clever teams through the complexities of their quests. Join Dr Jason Fox's pop-up museletter. With an impressive list of clients that includes Fortune 500 companies such as Microsoft, HP, Novartis, Red Bul...

Today, we explore the intricate emotions that facilitators experience right before a workshop – a whirlwind of excitement, nerves, and anticipation.  My guest today is the award-winning TV journalist from the Australian Broadcasting Corporation,  Sophie Scott OAM . Sophie's multi-faceted career has transitioned her from a household face on TV to a well-renowned speaker and educator, with...

In today’s episode, we’re flipping the script on the idea of “finding” your uniqueness. Too many of us spend years searching for that special something that sets us apart, thinking it’s hidden somewhere out of reach. But what if I told you it’s already right in front of you—hiding in the small, everyday moments of your life? Here’s what I’m diving into in this episode: The Truth About Uniqueness :...

This morning, I was faced with a choice: participate in a 7AM webinar or attend a local Chamber of Commerce coffee event. Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode: The 7AM Dilemma : Why I opted to ditch the webinar for a local coffee event and how it turned into a surprisingly valuable decision. Local Connections Matter : Meeting a diverse group of professionals—from a physio scaling their practice...

Video —you need to start using it now . This is Part 2 of my conversation with Joeri Schilders (a.k.a. The Magic Sauce ), and in this episode, we’re talking about how video isn’t about perfect content—it’s about connection . Connect with Joeri on LInkedIn. Joeri helps solopreneurs and self-employed professionals grow their reach using video, and he’s got a rock-solid case for why you should be pre...

I'm pumped to bring you this episode with my good friend, Joeri Schilders—also known as The Magic Sauce . Joeri and I go way back. We first connected virtually in 2020 through my Facebook group, The Flipchart (I still don’t know how he found it!). Over the years, we've built a great friendship through voice notes, videos, and WhatsApp chats, eventually launching Virtually Possible —a program desig...

🚗 The Porsche 911 is my favourite car of all time. It’s an icon. A masterpiece. The perfect blend of engineering and emotion. But here’s the wild part: it almost didn’t exist. In 1980, Porsche was struggling. For the first time in their history, they didn’t turn a profit. Sales were down, the new models weren’t taking off, and the board decided that the 911—yes, the 911—was outdated and needed to...

In this special Weekend Rewind episode, Leanne Hughes flips the script! Instead of replaying an interview where she's the host, she shares an episode from Flourishing Unfiltered , where Dr. Maike Neuhaus and Kerrin Smith interview her. This conversation dives deep into bold decision-making, overcoming self-doubt, and the power of taking action—fast. Leanne also shares never-before-told stories, in...

It was a real treat to chat with today’s guest, Scott Armstrong . Scott is a Canadian who has made some bold career moves. He started out as a corporate banker, frustrated with the routine of pushing paper, before taking on a role at Canada’s largest rehabilitation centre for abandoned exotic animals. Imagine swimming with jaguars, running with wolves, playing in the snow with tigers, and even hel...