Videos

Practical insights on integrating Adaptive Stability into your leadership

I know Melbourne inside out. Last week I still felt completely out of my depth. Taking the Metro Tunnel for the first time with a facilitation on the other side taught me something about leadership: growth happens just beyond the edge of what feels comfortable. In this video I share what that morning revealed about trying new things, creating spaciousness, and leading from courage rather than certainty. Read the full newsletter here: How to Step Into The Growth Zone Without Overwhelm

Rachel Entrekin just became the first woman to win the Cocodona 250 outright, men included running through 407km of desert. It took three years of deliberate progress to get there. Her mantra throughout? Why not me?

This week's insight explores the leadership mindset of backing yourself before the conditions are perfect and keeping at it. Read the full piece in my newsletter: Why Not Me? The Leadership Mindset That Changes Everything

When a reform agenda is urgent, slowing down feels like a risk. But an executive team pulling in different directions makes every pressure harder to manage. In this short video, I explore why tension in a new team isn't always dysfunction — and what a purposeful pause can do for alignment. Read the full insight here: Why Reform Leaders Need to Pause Before They Push Harder

How we behave under pressure says a lot about our leadership. In this short video, I reflect on why kindness, staying grounded and Adaptive Stability matter in the everyday moments when life does not go to plan. Read the full newsletter here: Why Kindness Matters More When People Are Under Pressure

ESG is on the agenda but integration is lagging. That's a leadership issue.

Adaptive stability can help close the gap. It means balancing performance with responsibility, sustaining momentum when priorities compete.

Without it, ESG becomes compliance. With it, it shapes how leaders think and decide.

Read more: ESG is on the Agenda. Integration is Lagging. That's a Leadership issue.

As we embrace a new year, it’s easy to look outward for change. But the real secret to success lies within—by recognising and leaning into your strengths. These unique abilities form the foundation for resilience, growth, and achieving your most meaningful goals. For more on this topic, read my blog post, Your Strengths Your Power Build Your 2025 With What You Do Best

🎥 Talking stress, leadership, and why your habits matter most when pressure hits. Insights into:
✅ Why stress shows up in your body, not just your mind
✅ How even good habits slip when work gets intense
✅ What leaders can do to stay calm, focused, and resilient — no matter how busy things get, Stress management isn’t a nice-to-have; it’s essential for sustainable success.
For more on this topic, read my blog post, How to Stop Stress From Sabotaging Your Leadership Performance

On my last run of 2024, I was thinking about what was good about this year, what I want to leave behind and what I want for next year, which I'm calling '2020-THRIVE'. For more on this topic, read my blog post, Make it Happen Your Best Year Yet Starts With a Plan

When did you last do something completely out of the ordinary? In this video I explore why stepping outside your routine and allowing yourself to experience unexpected joy is one of the most powerful leadership habits you can build. When we replenish ourselves deliberately, we lead with more clarity, creativity and groundedness. Joy feeds good leadership. Find the full newsletter: The Overlooked Link Between Personal Joy and Adaptive Leadership

On my way to a networking event, I talk about how everyone you meet changes you in some way. Staying open to meeting new people is a great way to expand your horizons and cultivate adaptive stability. For more on this topic read my blog post, How every Conversation Shapes Your Leadership Journey