The Contagious Leader ᵀᴹ Podcast

🎧 Episode Summary: In this co-hosted episode of The Contagious Leader, I sit down with Jelena Illich, Stress and Burnout Recovery Coach based in Perth, to explore the connection between leadership, self-care, and people-pleasing. We dive into how leadership ripples out to those around us, and why prioritising your own well-being isn’t selfish — it’s essential. Jelena and I share our own perspecti...

🎧 Episode Summary: I’m joined by Perth-based nutritionist and gut health educator Dr Angela Giannone for a conversation that bridges science, self-care, and sustainable leadership. We explore how your gut health is doing far more than just digesting lunch — it’s impacting your clarity, confidence, energy, and ability to lead. Angela shares the why behind the gut-brain connection, the power of a d...

🎧 Episode Summary: In this deeply inspiring episode, I’m joined by Maryam Zahid, community leader and founder of Afghan Women on the Move. Maryam shares her remarkable journey — from arriving in Australia as a young refugee to becoming a powerful advocate and changemaker for Afghan women. We explore what it means to lead from the margins, the power of backing yourself when no one else does, and w...

Grief doesn’t clock out when we walk into the office. In this heartfelt conversation with grief coach Amy Rosso , we explore why leaders can’t afford to overlook grief in the workplace — and how to create a culture of compassion without losing sight of results. Amy shares her personal journey through loss, what grief really looks like beyond the clichés, and practical ways leaders can acknowledge...

🎧 Episode Summary: In this episode of The Contagious Leader, I’m joined by top functional nutritionist Shelley Gawith, for an eye-opening conversation about adrenal health, burnout, and how we can better support our bodies to lead and live well. Shelley shares her personal story of being brought to her knees by corporate burnout — and what it took to heal from the inside out. We talk about what a...

In this honest and empowering episode of The Contagious Leader , I sit down with Mel Jean Rodda — a confidence and body image coach whose work centers around being Courageous, Curvy, and Confident . Mel shares her deeply personal story of moving from shame to self-celebration — and how that transformation became the foundation of the work she now does with women around the world. We explore how bo...

In this episode of The Contagious Leader , I sit down with the brilliant and grounded Philippa Sutherland — a woman whose leadership journey has been shaped not just by her career, but by her experience as a mother, a founder, and a community-builder. Philippa is the founder of WellSpirit, NZ's #1 Career Network for Mums, a movement born from her own lived experience navigating the complex int...

🎧 Episode Summary: In this heartfelt episode of The Contagious Leader , Laura Thain sits down with her friend and powerhouse entrepreneur, Laura Stevens — a business owner, volunteer firefighter & surf life saver, and the founder of Bounce Down , a swimwear brand designed for active women with larger busts. From the outside, Laura Stevens is the picture of confidence — bold ventures, brave ro...

Elle Thorne had the title, the impact, and the external success — but it came at a cost. In this honest and powerful conversation, Elle shares why she chose to step away from a traditional leadership role after it pushed her personal wellbeing too far and how that decision led her to redefine what leadership truly means. Together with Laura, she explores the role of self-compassion, the importance...

Don't quit your job just yet.... !! Ever have one of those days (or weeks) where you wonder if quitting your job would be easier than dragging yourself through one more meeting? Where did your mojo go that you once had oodles of?! Whether you're feeling totally over it, stuck in a rut, or just lacking that usual spark, in this episode of The Contagious Leader Podcast, I’m sharing 3 simple...

What if Imposter Syndrome was your secret superpower? If you've ever had that nagging voice in your head whisper, ''Who do you think you are doing this job?'' Or the fear that any minute now, someone’s going to realise you’re not as good as they think... That’s imposter syndrome, and if you’ve felt it—you’re not alone. But what if I told you that feeling like a fraud could actu...

Executive Presence Is Not The Answer To Your Boardroom Impact ⚠️ Have you ever been advised that you need to work on your Executive Presence? Do you look at how your boss holds a room and think 'if only I could do that!'? Almost every leader I work with has been told to, or personally wants to, work on 'building their Executive Presence' to some degree And when I ask them what they...

What Learning Reiki Taught Me About Leadership 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟬 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗴𝗼 𝗜 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗶𝗸𝗶I'd had sessions with practioners and loved the experience so much that I wanted to learn how to do it myselfSo off I went to sign up to learn howA full weekend affair; all day Saturday and all day Sunday to learn the techniquesI loved it. 🙏Not everyone's thing I know, that's ok! 😉But in conversation with...

How To Achieve More Success By Working Less Do you feel like you're working all the hours under the sun to get your job done? Do you feel like you can't take a break as there's too many deadlines looming? Is your Gym membership going to waste as you simply don't have the time? 😩If you're a driven leader who wants to succeed and make a positive impact then this is a very common...

Have your taken on a new leadership role or remit of late? Maybe your first time leading? Or maybe you've taken on a new team? If you have, I would be willing to bet that you've had moments of doubt.  Moments where you've second guessed yourself, or stayed quiet for longer than you may have normally. This is far from exclusive to women...But, I see it most commonly and consistently in...

Hello, my fellow Perfectionist... In this solo episode, we’re tackling a topic that so many high-achievers struggle with—perfectionism. If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to make something perfect before putting it out into the world, this episode is for you! I’ll be sharing my own experience with perfectionism (because let’s be real—it’s still there, just better managed!) and the key strategies tha...

Is self-doubt holding you back? You're SO far from alone—but it doesn't have to stay that way. In this episode, we’ll dive into three seriously simple yet super powerful tricks to overcome self-doubt and start showing up with confidence. Whether you’re hesitating to speak up, doubting your abilities in a new role, or second-guessing your goals, this episode will help you silence the noise and take...

Who doesn't want more work life balance, especially as a busy leader juggling it ALL in life - work, kids, fitness, cleaning, life admin....!? In this solo episode I help you identify what's really causing your lack of balance, sharing the signs to be watching out for that may indicate the problem is down to your job or company and the signs that may indicate YOU are in fact contributing to your o...

Tis the season for New Years Resolutions and Goal setting, new habits that will last.....well that won't last....! Rather than getting bogged down by a long list of new To Do's and routines and structures that for any busy person, let alone a busy leader just won't survive, trade instead for the ONE question you can ask yourself to change your game, the way you show up, and the year that you have....

Join me for this solo episode where I unpack; What does it mean to be a Contagious Leader? Why is it your RESPONSIBILITY as a leader to be Contagious? And what are the key elements that you need to think about in order to ensure your leadership impact is such that has you standing out as a leader everyone loves to work for? Expect fresh perspectives to ignite your drive to be the best leader you c...

Your introduction to the who, what, how and the when of The Contagious Leader Podcast