The Deliberate Leader Podcast with Rita Cincotta

🎙 In this episode of The Deliberate Leader Podcast, we’re joined by 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗯 - operations leader, former multi-franchisee and business owner, and Head of Operations at Left Write Hook. With a career spanning business ownership, coaching, fitness, project delivery and people leadership, Maryanne shares the powerful lessons boxing has taught her about confidence, resilience, discipline and leade...

🎙 In this episode of The Deliberate Leader Podcast, we’re joined by 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗮𝘆 𝗟𝗼𝗱𝗵𝗶𝘆𝗮 — purpose-led leader, transformation specialist, and executive with over 25 years’ experience across health, education, government and the not-for-profit sector. Known for leading with clarity, courage and humanity, Pranay shares powerful insights on what it really means to lead through complexity and create lasting...

🎙 In this episode of The Deliberate Leader Podcast , we’re joined by 𝗔𝗺𝘆 𝗚𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 - Executive Director, Student Recruitment and Admissions at Monash University . Amy leads domestic and international student recruitment and admissions across Monash University Australia, Monash College , and Monash University Indonesia . Prior to her work in higher education, she spent 22 years with Victoria Police ,...

🎙 In this episode of The Deliberate Leader Podcast , we’re joined by 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗵𝗶 — senior marketing leader at Kennards Hire and a passionate advocate for human-centred leadership. With more than two decades in the industry, Manelle shares her journey from marketing assistant to executive leader — and the deeply personal lessons that shaped her leadership philosophy along the way. This is a power...

🎙 In this episode of The Deliberate Leader Podcast , we’re joined by 𝗖𝗮𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 — AI strategist, business coach, author, and founder of the AI Coaching Academy. With a background in digital marketing and years spent helping leaders and entrepreneurs scale their impact, Caelan shares practical, grounded insights on how leaders can partner with AI — not fear it. Together, we explore what leader...

🎙 In this episode of The Deliberate Leader Podcast, we’re joined by 𝗔𝗱𝗮𝗺 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 — professional speaker, clean comedy expert, and founder of Clean Comedians®. With his book 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙖𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙁𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧, Adam dives into how humor can be a powerful leadership tool, helping us connect more deeply, inspire others, and create memorable moments without relying on shock value. Having spoken across 49 states, em...

🎙 In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we’re joined by 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗶 𝗥𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘁, an award-winning Global Business Psychologist, Executive Psychology Coach, and author of Productivity Joy. With two decades of experience, Simi helps leaders and professionals elevate their leadership through the lens of psychology, wellbeing, and inclusion. A Forbes contributor and trusted partner to Fortune 500 compa...

🎙 In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁 we are joined by 𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗼𝘀, a seasoned commercial exec and HR leader turned builder of better leaders and high-performance teams. 🌟 George leads 𝙄𝙈𝙋𝘼𝘾𝙏𝙊𝙇𝙊𝙂𝙔, building resilient business-partnering teams across HR, Finance, Procurement and more while guiding CEOs through uncertainty, and 𝙄𝙈𝙋𝘼𝘾𝙏𝙊𝙍𝘼, an HR Tech platform helping early-caree...

🎙 In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we are joined by 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗧𝘀𝗶𝗸𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘀, Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice-President at Monash University. With a global career spanning top-tier institutions and industries, Anna brings deep insight into leadership, finance, and strategic impact especially within complex and evolving environments like higher education. Today’s conversation centres...

🗣️ In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we’re diving into the real impact of women’s leadership development — beyond pipelines, beyond quotas, and beyond check-the-box targets. This episode unpacks the deeper value of leadership programs: not just who gets in, but what they get out. Are they progressing? Shifting careers? Being promoted? Earning more? It's about understanding the...

💥In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we wrap up our three-part series by diving deep into 𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 and this one's not to be missed! We explore the big levers that drive real, lasting impact: connection, empathy, goal setting, capability development, feedback, and decision-making. Whether you're gearing up for performance reviews or simply want to make performance a natura...

📣 In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we unpack what it really means to lead like a coach. 💬 𝙒𝙚 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙦𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 inspired by a leader we’re currently working with—someone who’s actively exploring how to lead more effectively through a coaching lens. 🔍 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻: 💡 The four essential questions to ask when shifting into a coaching leadership style 💡 How to use...

🎙️ In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we dive into the heart of leadership—𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥𝙨. From how you relate to yourself, to others, to community and the planet, this episode is a powerful reminder that true leadership starts with connection and belonging. 💡 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂'𝗹𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻: ✨How to shift from self-criticism to self-support ✨Why understanding others' working styles bui...

In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we explore the often-overlooked but powerful topic of energy ⚡- where it comes from, how we manage it, and why it’s so closely tied to our internal dialogue. There’s no magic fix when it comes to feeling energised. Instead, it comes down to structure, discipline, and the choices we make each day. By tuning into our thoughts and taking ownership of...

In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we are joined by 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘀𝗼𝗻, a globally recognised clinical scientist with over 30 years of experience in respiratory medicine. Known for his pioneering work in pulmonary function and small airway physiology, Professor Thompson has published extensively, including a book on lung function and over 180 peer-reviewed articles. He has led...

In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we are joined by 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘆, Vice-Chancellor and President of Federation University Australia. A transformative leader in regional higher education, Professor Bentley has guided Federation University to focus on the needs of its communities, driving innovation, research, and skills development to support regional economic growth and d...

In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we explore the concept of your personal and advisory committee—your “PAC”. Who’s currently in it? Who should be? What unique expertise do they bring, and what’s still missing? We dive into how intentionally building the right circle of advisors can elevate your leadership, amplify your impact, and help you lead more strategically. 🌟 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗟𝗲...

In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we are joined by 𝗗𝗿. 𝗗𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗟𝘆𝗼𝗻 — Associate Professor at the University of Melbourne, filmmaker, and CEO of Left Write Hook, a survivor-led charity empowering survivors of child sexual abuse and gendered violence through trauma-informed boxing and writing programs. Donna’s leadership is shaped by trauma-informed practice and driven by a passion for...

In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we welcome 𝗗𝗿. 𝗟𝘆𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝗼𝘆, CEO of Windermere. Lynette’s extensive experience spans leadership roles across community services, including CEO positions at the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare, The Smith Family, and the Lady Gowrie Child Centre. Her work focuses on improving outcomes for vulnerable children, families, and communiti...

In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we welcome 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗮 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗴-𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 and 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗕𝗿𝘂𝗶𝗷𝗻, two experts in leadership, wellbeing, and engagement. This is a special one for me, as this is my actual accountability group—an inspiring circle that keeps me grounded, growing, and aligned. Samantha Jung-Fielding, founder of Happinessence, is a mentor, speaker, and strategist in frequency medi...

In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, Valentina Coin, Co-Founder & Director at Via Technology, shares her bold, actionable insights on systemising success. She helps leaders trust their systems to drive performance, profit, and culture—unlocking the power of digital transformation and trust in teams and tech. 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲'𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗹𝗹 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻: ✨ How to approach transformational cha...

In this episode of 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝗱𝗰𝗮𝘀𝘁, we are joined by Glenn Jackson, Executive General Manager, People and Culture. With 25+ years in people and culture, Glenn has led HR roles at QBE, NAB, PwC, and Queensland Investment Corporation. Holding an MBA, he is passionate about inclusion, high performance, and talent development. At AEMO, he drives programs to foster culture, leadership, an...

In this episode of The Deliberate Leader Podcast, Claire Gray, founder of Thriving Culture, shares her expertise in leadership and team dynamics. With experience across Australia and the UK, she helps individuals and organisations unlock their full potential and lead with impact. Here's what you'll learn: 📌 How to stay focused and intentional as a leader, even amid distractions and challe...

In this episode of The Deliberate Leader Podcast, host Rita Cincotta sits down with Dr. Rebecca Sutherns, a high-energy collaborative strategist and world-class facilitator. With decades of experience advising mission-driven organisations globally, Rebecca shares her insights on how leaders and teams can reshape their goals, and articulate strategy more effectively. Episode Highlights: Reimagining...

In this episode of The Deliberate Leader Podcast, host Rita Cincotta talks with Maureen Kyne, a workplace behavior expert and author of the upcoming book Upward Bullying. With over 30 years of experience spanning industries like healthcare, construction, transport, and HR, Maureen discusses how intentional disrespect and undermining behavior impact leaders—and what can be done to address it. Episo...