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#323 12 Tools for Managing a Selfish Leader - with Josefine Campbell
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Executive coach, ju-jitsu champion, and author Josefine Campbell joins us for a second appearance.
She shares insights from her new book ‘12 Tools for Managing a Selfish Leader’ outlining practical strategies for dealing with leaders who exhibit dark personality traits in the workplace.
We discuss:
The prevalence of sociopathy in organisations
Finding resilience to stand-up to bad bosses
Tools for handling selfish leaders when you're an introvert
Is there a role for sociopaths in organisations?
What hope exists for those with dark traits?
Links:
Josefine’s Website
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#322 Beyond Conventional Medicine: A Deep Dive into Homeopathy - with Lisa Strbac
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My guest this week is Lisa Strbac, a person with an incredible life story. Lisa's life took an unexpected turn when conventional medicine failed to help her daughter's autoimmune condition. Skeptical but desperate, she explored homeopathy on a nutritionist's recommendation. The immediate, profound reaction her daughter had to a homeopathic remedy left Lisa astounded. This experience ignited a burning curiosity that led her to abandon her 12-year corporate career as an accountant at Deloitte (where I was also once a consultant).
Embracing a radical life change, Lisa dedicated four years to studying homeopathy. Now a practicing homeopath, she passionately advocates for this alternative healing approach.
Lisa's journey from skeptic to believer fuels her mission to spread awareness about homeopathy's potential, drawing on her unique perspective of having crossed over from the conventional world.
We discuss:
How doctors were all once homeopaths
The principle of like curing like
How it works when ‘there’s nothing there’
The bigger context of a societal shift
Towards a pill-free remedy
Links:
Lisa’s Website
Lisa’s Instagram Page
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#321 Leadership Beyond Titles - with Harry M. Jansen Kraemer, Jr
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My guest this week is Harry M. Jansen Kraemer, Jr, Professor of Leadership at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, author of multiple books on leadership and former CEO of Baxter International Inc., a $12 billion global healthcare company.
Harry's professional trajectory was marked by rapid ascension and notable achievements in corporate leadership. Rising to the position of CEO earlier than anticipated, Kraemer distinguished himself through a leadership philosophy centered on influence rather than mere authority. His approach emphasizes self-awareness, genuine humility, and the ability to foster productive relationships across all organisational levels.
His academic curriculum stresses the importance of self-reflection, work-life balance, and authentic leadership. His career exemplifies a blend of corporate acumen and social responsibility, positioning him as a respected figure in both business and academic circles.
Included in the episode:
A most unusual initiation to his future wife’s family
Self-reflection as rocket fuel for professional progression
Befriending everyone you meet
Harry’s daily self-reflection ritual
How to encourage even the most resistant to self reflect
Links:
Harry’s Books
One Acre Fund
Daily and Annual Self-Reflection Questions
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#320 The Day Plant Medicine Changed My Life: A Corporate Leader's Radical Shift - with Matt Zemon
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Once a driven tech entrepreneur, Matt Zemon's life took an unexpected turn after a profound psychedelic experience.
Selling his successful businesses, he embarked on a journey of self-discovery, pursuing advanced studies in psychology and neuroscience. His quest led him around the world, learning from shamans and exploring various psychedelics.
Now, Matt dedicates himself to bridging the gap between science and spirituality in the realm of psychedelic medicine. Through his books and social media presence, he shares his insights, aiming to help others find healing and personal growth. From boardrooms to ayahuasca ceremonies, his transformation embodies the potential for radical change and a deeper understanding of the human experience.
We discuss:
A radical transformation from his first trip
Responsible consumption: source, mindset and setting
Increasing acceptance, study and legality
Why they're still banned in most places
A potential resource for leaders?
Links:
Matt’s Website
The Veteran's Guide to Psychedelics: A Preparation and Integration Workbook
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#319 Bridging Technology and Philanthropy - with Josh Bloomfield
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My guest this week is Josh Bloomfield, a man whose journey began with an unexpected opportunity to develop grant management software straight out of high school, skipping traditional post-secondary education.
His career evolved through various tech projects, including work with under-resourced entrepreneurs and nonprofits. In 2017, inspired by his wife, he recognized the potential to support an entire underserved market of world-changers tackling global challenges.
This led to the creation of Givecloud, a platform designed to empower nonprofits with technology. Throughout his life, Bloomfield has balanced his tech career with a deep commitment to his faith community.
He's also openly discussed his family's history of addiction, which has shaped his perspective and approach to life and work.
We discuss:
Discovering his Dad's secret addiction
His faith's reaction to him seeking therapy
Recognising everyone is one bad choice away from addiction
The power of talking to yourself
Prayer as a state of being
Links:
Givecloud - Josh’s Company
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