The Inner Chief

In this episode, we meet Jack Slade, Managing Director of Luxity Media on being an accidental entrepreneur, saying no to increase revenues, and the future of new media. Go to: chiefmaker.com/190 Complete your FREE Career Scorecard: www.chiefmaker.com/score-card   Jack founded 'Boss Hunting', which is now one of Australia's most popular men's lifestyle websites. Out of this, Luxity Media was born,...

In this episode, we meet with Kristen Podagiel, Managing Partner of McCullough Robertson and talk about how to never die wondering and failing fast. www.chiefmaker.com/189 We talk all about: How she has made every post a winner in the law profession How she boldly leads change with a very personal and caring style The future of the law profession Asking yourself, "If not you, then who? Getting com...

Our topics this week is "Mindfulness" For more info check out chiefmaker.com/1 88 This is our first installment in the High Performance in Isolation series and it is all about Mindfulness. Today I'll outline:  What is mindfulness and why is it so important in lockdown for resilience What I learnt from the Shaolin monks in overcoming some of the common challenges in achieving mindfulness The best s...

In this episode, we meet Ron Gauci, Ron is the current CEO of AIIA, Chairman of Vic Sport and Brad Teal Real-Estate. He is also the former CEO of Fed Square, Melbourne Polytechnic, Melbourne Storm and MD of Verizon Australia.    See more at www.chiefmaker.com/187   Ron has become famous for his track record in turning around organisations and setting them on the path to fantastic success. He has b...

Our topics this week is "Building Your Own Resilience Playbook" For more info check out chiefmaker.com/1 86 This is our first installment in the High Performance in Isolation series and it is all about Building Your Own Resilience Playbook. Today I'll outline:  Why your current playbook (you do in fact have one even if you dont know it) according to Mike Tyson is out of date What I learn from livi...

In this episode, we meet Katrina McCarter, CEO and Founder of Marketing to Mums. Katrina is a world-wide authority on marketing to mums the most powerful consumer in the world. Go to: chiefmaker.com/18 5 Katrina has recently completed a comprehensive study into how Covid-19 has effected Mum. We'll cover;  How the crisis has effected Mums purchasing behaviour How they're handling remote learning an...

In this episode, we meet Jonathan Barouch, serial entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Local Measure. Jonathan was also the founder of fastflowers.com.au one of Australia's first e-commerce companies and is an ambassador for the Sydney Story Factory. www.chiefmaker.com/184 We talk all about: What he learned from his early days starting, growing and selling one of Australia's first e-commerce co...

In this episode, we meet Patrick Coghlan, CEO and founding employee at, CreditorWatch.com.au. We talk about:  Lessons from mentors on how to stay motivated and be valuable to your company How to interview candidates and find the best fit for your team The impending economic crisis as government support packages are phased out and what you need to do as a business to protect yourself and assist you...

Our topics this week is How to Have a Deeper Conversation with a Mate   For more info check out chiefmaker.com/1 82 Many of you will be experiencing some very challenging times mentally. Or be aware that perhaps a friend is going through a difficult time. This episode was recorded for The Universal Man podcast in honour of one our fallen brothers. It is all about how to have a deeper conversation...

In this episode, we meet Hayley Blieden, Founder, Chief Dietician and CEO at Australian Super Food Company. We talk about: How she discovered the incredible native foods that indigenous Australians have harvested for thousands of years The 3 years of research to bring new australian super foods to market The critical pivot they made which saved their business The project they're leading across reg...

In this episode, we meet Cort Davies, Founder of 1 Habit, Cancer Thriver and Stress Management Expert and we talk about: The mental and biological side of stress that we all must understand The role of stress in cancer outcomes and stress management in improving survival rates What is stress doing to us and society What you can do to fundamentally reduce the amount of stress in your life

Our topics this week is Lessons from the Book Recommendations of Great Chiefs   For more info check out chiefmaker.com/17 9   Complete your FREE Career Scorecard: chiefmaker.com/scorecard   So what we're going to cover today is: The power of a book; The 5 themes and 3 major topics; What to do if you don't like reading (like some of our chiefs) Stay epic, Greg

In this episode we meet Michael Fox, CEO Shoes of Prey and Fable Food on lessons from research, creating a memorable stories and food with a purpose Go to: chiefmaker.com/17 8   Complete your FREE Career Scorecard: www.chiefmaker.com/score-card   We talk about:  The Rise and Fall of Shoes of Prey  The harsh lessons in consumer research and behaviour that we all must know Lessons from pivoting in h...

Our topic today Sinking Ship to Market Domination - The Four Stages of Transformation .   For more info check out chiefmaker.com/17 7   Complete your FREE Career Scorecard: chiefmaker.com/scorecard   So what we're going to cover today is: How to go from a sinking ship to market domination; The different leadership style required in each stage; and What top do in each stage to get through it; Stay...

In this episode, we meet Peter Scott, former Chief of Submarines for the Royal Australian Navy on Leadership in high stakes environments and keeping purpose alive in your team. Go to: chiefmaker.com/17 6 Complete your FREE Career Scorecard: www.chiefmaker.com/score-card Peter Scott joined the Royal Australian Navy as a Midshipman in 1983. Commodore Scott's led active service in Iraq, the Persian G...

Many of you will find yourself in a situation where your boss and the executive team are scrambling to save the business and wondering what it is you can to help. In this episode I outline:  - The mindset you need to bring - The opportunity this presents to pursue major personal projects - Shifting roles  - Re-educating yourself - Running innovation sessions We are all in this together Chief. Toge...

Our topic today is how to respond to crisis like a Chief.   For more info check out chiefmaker.com/174   Complete your FREE Career Scorecard: chiefmaker.com/scorecard   Today we will cover: The difference between fear and opportunity; The mindset of a Chief in a crisis; and 5 powerful principles to guide on how you should respond to crisis. Stay epic, Greg

In this episode, we meet Kevin Gaskell, Former CEO of Porsche, Lamborghini and BMW on Transforming customer experience, driving extraordinary results, and daring to dream.   Go to: chiefmaker.com/173   Complete your FREE Career Scorecard: www.chiefmaker.com/score-card   Kevin, who is currently Chairman of ITS Technology Group, is an experienced executive and sought-after conference speaker in the...

Our topic today is how to deal with Wayne Kerr.   For more info check out chiefmaker.com/172   Complete your FREE Career Scorecard: chiefmaker.com/scorecard   Today we will cover: Why Wayne Kerr's real world behaviour is a reflection of their inner chief; 3 steps to dealing with the person effectively; and Spreading the love by helping them overcome their own challenges. Stay epic, Greg

In this episode, we meet Suzie Shaw, Managing Director of We Are Social on Life and lessons in an advertising agency, why networking is working, and owning your career.   Go to: chiefmaker.com/171   Complete your FREE Career Scorecard: www.chiefmaker.com/score-card   Suzie is the Managing Director of the socially-led creative agency, We Are Social . She is a strategic and creative thinker with ext...

Our topic today is "How to get motivated again."   For more info check out chiefmaker.com/170   Complete your FREE Career Scorecard: chiefmaker.com/scorecard   Today we will cover: Reasons why you've lost your motivation already this year; What can happen to you if you don't change your trajectory; and A few simple methods to get back on track and win the year! Stay epic, Greg   Follow Chief Maker...

Welcome to the 2020 Summer Series as we take a bring you the best of the best episodes on from the world of elite sport and performance.  This week we meet Stirling Mortlock, former Wallabies' captain on going from amateur to professional, Rugby World Cup and connecting success. Go to:  www.chiefmaker.com/142 Complete your FREE Career Scorecard:  www.chiefmaker.com/score-card Stirling is an Austra...

Welcome to the 2020 Summer Series as we take a bring you the best of the best episodes on from the world of elite sport and performance.    In this episode we cover the power of high performance lifecycles and how to use them to automate the pursuit of excellence.    The pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of all great performers. It means mastering your craft and continually working to improv...

Welcome to the 2020 Summer Series as we take a bring you the best of the best episodes on from the world of elite sport and performance.  In this episode, we meet Cameron Schwab, 25 Year CEO of AFL Clubs on Leading in High Stakes Environments, Hard Decisions and Creating High Performance Systems. Go to:  www.chiefmaker.com.au/135 Complete your FREE Career Scorecard:  www.chiefmaker.com.au/score-ca...

Welcome to the 2020 Summer Series as we take a bring you the best of the best episodes on from the world of elite sport and performance.  In this episode I talk about confidence and the critical role it plays in performance and career progression. The topics is huge and I've split it out of over two minisodes. In this episode we'll focus on 7 big blockers that most of us can take practical action...