The Leader Unmasked Podcast

Embrace Change to Foster Growth with Leanne Culloden Change is scary. When we were young, trying out new things was exciting. But as we grow older, we develop a fear of placing ourselves in unfamiliar situations. Getting out of our comfort zone is daunting. But do you know what is much scarier? It's when your fear stops your growth and progress. Fear kills our potential and hinders us from strivin...

How to Balance Business and Family Life  Having a growing business is thrilling. It brings you to great heights that you could never imagine. From moving to a larger facility, hiring new staff members, and increasing production capacity — you are gradually witnessing the fruit of your labour come to life. Indeed, it's tempting to preoccupy yourself with a business once you've poured your heart and...

Effective Communication for Business with Juliette Maxam Communication is something we do every day. It might seem to come to us effortlessly, but what we don’t recognize is that communication is far more complex than we think. Communicating isn’t just simply speaking to someone; it’s being able to deliver your message in a way other people will understand. Effective communication is integral to t...

Sustainable Success: Turn Obstacles into Learning Experiences with Dave Cooper  Life’s never going to be a perfectly smooth road. Everyone’s going to face challenges: mental health problems, imposter syndrome, dropping out of school — the list goes on. But it’s not the end. It’s never too late. Every struggle, every obstacle — approach them with curiosity and optimism, and you can transform them f...

Following Your Life Path with Charlie Wagstaff Life is full of ups and downs. Sometimes, you might even feel that the whole world is against you. But everything happens for a reason and you have the power to create your destiny. In this episode, Charlie Wagstaff discusses his life journey and its golden nuggets. If you think being the second choice and not fitting in isn’t good, he’s about to chan...

The Strategy of Staying Strong Adversities are inevitable, especially when you're facing a mountain of health and financial issues. When you're at the end of your rope, you uncover something important: sometimes, being strong is the only option. Without strength and resilience, you may feel strangled by anxiety and hesitations. It's tempting to dwell on your emotions during difficult situations, b...

A Human Connection: Beating the Odds through Kindness  As women, we tend to underestimate our capabilities when pursuing a professional career. Our self-esteem further diminishes when people belittle our accomplishments because of our gender. However, the key to success doesn't lie in your origin or gender but your strengths. Everyone can reach the same heights and create the human connections nec...

Victorious in Last Place: The Winning Mindset with Holly Joint  They say life is a race. We must run towards our dreams before our time on earth ends. So, we set deadlines for our goals, and if we don’t meet them, we feel frustrated and hopeless. We are in such a hurry to reach the finish line that we lose ourselves in the process. But here is the truth: life was never about who comes in first. Su...

Finding Success in Life Experiences and Connections with Will Jennings  No matter how far you've come, you don't have to know everything. There is always something new to learn from life experiences and people whose paths you cross in our ever-changing world. It is essential to keep your mind open and find a thirst for learning to hone the successful person you could become. Today, our guest shows...

Tiffany Willcox’s Three Proudest Moments and Secret to Success Straying away from who you are can hold you back. However, it’s normal not to have all things figured out. Today’s guest shows us that to be authentic, you need to undergo a process. It will take conscious effort, but it is worth it. After all, being true to who you are will allow you to shine the best way you can. In this episode, Tif...

Someone with a goal is a force to be reckoned with. There’s no stopping them from planning for the future and making it a reality. They will make sure they’ll get to where they want to be and that everything will work out accordingly. But when something happens that drastically derails all your carefully laid out plans, you might be left staring at the wreckage and asking yourself, ‘So where do I...

Changing Careers For A Happier Work and Family Life  Changing careers might seem overwhelming , there's so much to consider. You've climbed the ladder in your current job, why leave what you've got? There's comfort in the thought of that security and stability. However, it's not always the case. At one point, you might realize that your current job is not for you. It's critical to know when enough...

Defining Leadership and Finding Balance in Life  People have conflicting opinions on what leadership is truly about. Some believe that leadership should involve tough love. Others think that it is about the leader and their capabilities. Today’s guest shows us a brand of leadership based on kindness and curiosity.  In this episode, Abcam Director of Customer Services Karen Baker shows us how she m...

Accepting your worth is the springboard for growth Amid all the chaos and uncertainty, have you been able to show love for yourself lately? With all the adjustments you’ve had to make to working and family life, you might have been forced to put self-care on the back burner. However, moving forward and continuing to adjust to our ever-changing situation can take so much energy. Thus, you need to p...

Cut the Bungee Cord of Traumatic Events with Behaviour Change Techniques Have you ever felt stuck in an endless cycle of toxic behaviour? Even though you recognise the patterns and try to move forward, you just can't seem to change how you act. This happens because we fail to utilise effective behaviour change techniques. Without them, it’s akin to wearing a bungee cord around your waist — even as...

Rise Above Failure: Finding Success Through Tenacity and Determination  Failure is something we all try to avoid. It's often disappointing and soul-crushing, especially if you fail at something that you invested so much time and effort in. However, failures are a normal part of life, and more importantly, they don’t define you. What matters most is how you bounce back from your bad experiences. In...

Emanating Compassion: Showing Empathy in Trying Times Working at the frontlines during a pandemic is a genuine challenge. Prior to social distancing and pandemic protocols, you were only wondering how to balance your working life and your personal life successfully. Suddenly, the lines between these two very different things have blurred. How can we navigate through our circumstances and overcome...

Stepping Out of Your Shadows: How to Overcome Your Fear of Judgment Has there been a time in your life when you felt stuck because you're afraid of what others might think? Fear can be paralysing as it surrounds you like a shadow. The truth, however, is that fear is normal. In this episode, I share with you my thoughts about fear. I talk about how fear holds us back in our lives and the different...

Leading for Legacy with Sharon Amesu You are part of a much greater story than you think. Every decision you make and every mountain you climb sets an example for the next generation. If you’re a leader, then you have other people who look to you for inspiration and guidance. Thus, it's important to leave a legacy that you can proudly pass on. In this episode, Sharon Amesu, co-founder of She Leads...

The Importance of Doing What You Love  Are you stuck in a corporate role right now, and you’re not enjoying what you do? As cliché as it sounds, life is short—so why not spend it doing something you love? That's the message Claire Nutter brings to us in this episode. Claire Nutter joins us to talk about her transition from a corporate job to creating her marketing agency, Cracked Foodservice Marke...

The Game-Changing Index to Help You Make Better Decisions  Think about your team right now - who are the people in your team and what do they do? If you immediately think about their job title, then you’re just scratching the surface of their true potential! People have natural tendencies and strengths waiting for you to foster and uncover. If you want to make better decisions for your team and co...

Building Strength with Vulnerability  Do you keep up with your team members or friends? Be honest—do you know what they’re up to or what they’re interested in lately? The pandemic has changed our workplace and pushed almost everyone into working from their homes. Socialising has been kept to a minimum as well. Are you taking the time to ask after the people important to you? Are you opening up you...

From Vet to COO: Staying Focused and Reaching Your Goals with Kerrie Hedley When you set your eye on a goal, doubts often come first before motivation. You tend to ask yourself, ‘Can I do this’? or ‘What if it doesn’t work’? While these are valid concerns, they will only limit and prevent you from reaching your goal. To avoid this, you have to shift your mindset and focus on working towards your o...

Coaching You through Your Fear of Judgement Imagine speaking in front of a room full of people — everyone’s watching your every move and listening to your every word. You feel as if you’re placed under a glaring spotlight, and any mishap will lead to others judging you. But will people really think negatively of you? Or is this fear just your limiting beliefs holding you back? In this episode, I w...

Create a Better Work Environment as an Authentic Leader with Clare Clough It’s International Women’s Day! What better way to commemorate this day than by celebrating our true and authentic selves? As leaders, it can be challenging to be completely authentic in the workplace — that applies for all of us, not just women. We fear that revealing too much of ourselves might invalidate us. However, show...