The Dynamic Leader Podcast

In this episode Sharon and Shelley talk about power in a positive light and how it can be used to bring out the strengths of all and keep your team engaged and inspired. Sharon shares how showing up from a place of clarity, agency and sovereignty make situations better and act as a force for good. We all have situations in our life where we feel powerless and at the mercy of others. Hear how we can shift the power dynamic in consideration of all factors and be in service to the greater good. Grab a copy of In Your Power book: https://inyourpowerbook.com Listen to Sharon’s podcast The Power Shift: The Power Shift Connect with Sharon: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonmelnick/ Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley and Dominic speak about the fundamentals of people leadership. Dominic shares his views on trust and the impact is has to effective change. He quotes that “trust arrives on foot but leaves on horseback” in that it takes focus and attention to nurture and maintain. They talk about the importance of reflection and how it should be built into your timetable as a key priority to make sure you’re understanding, connecting and aligning with all the things happening around you. And it’s just about starting new practices with five minutes a day and going from there. A fabulous conversation to remind you of all the small things that make the biggest difference. Grab a copy of Be a Better Manager in 5 Minutes a Day: https://dominicmcloughlin.com/new-book/ Connect with Dominic: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-dominic-mcloughlin-15a3573/ Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

This is the first episode of season four and the first dynamic leader conversation for 2023! In this conversation Shelley speaks with Tim Sacklin about his transition from hospitality to accounting in his 40's. He shares the challenges, both financial and mental, that came with the move, where he is now and how happy he is that he made the decision to do it. He's an inspiration for anyone feeling stuck or wondering what a change in their career might look like.  It's a fabulous conversation for leaders to hear about motivation, alignment and a drive for continual growth and development. If everyone was doing work they love, imagine what the workplace would be like! Connect with Tim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-sacklin-96887976/  Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley and Carolyn celebrate the new kind of normal year we’ve had. We talk about how many leaders are feeling exhausted as we end the year and Carolyn shares strategies about how we can manage our energy levels differently in 2023. This is a great conversation to get you thinking about how you want to show up, both personally and professionally in the year ahead. Connect with Carolyn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corporate-wellness/ or https://www.linkedin.com/in/corporate-wellness Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley speaks with Brad about what a good onboarding strategy looks like and what can happen in teams and organisations when it’s done well. They talk about the consequences of a poor, or worse, no onboarding process, and the challenges that come with a function that doesn’t really have any measurable accountability. They also explore how organisational values are important for leaders to intimately understand and convey and how it connects to culture and a sense of belonging. Brad, in his book, Onboarded, shares how he wants to equip leaders “with the tools and knowledge they need to make their new hires valuable, productive and effective team members - fast. Grab a copy of Onboarded: https://evolutionpartners.com.au/onboarded Connect with Brad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleygiles/ Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley speaks with Tracey about emotional intelligence and how essential it is to leadership. It’s about appreciating what goes on in our head just as much as what goes on in our heart and taking the time to reflect and learn with others. Tracey shares that professional intimacy is about building relationships that see the whole person and puts humanness over worthiness. A fabulous conversation that makes so much sense! Connect with Tracey: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceyezard Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley speaks with Jamie about how telling stories is an essential skill for leaders. He calls stories “the language of the mind” and shares how they allow people to make meaning and help shape beliefs. With stories a leader can communicate with impact, influence other people and inspire them to follow. Jamie also shares a that the first time you tell a story, it’s going to be rubbish, it’s supposed to be rubbish. The more you tell a story, the more you will refine it, and the better the story becomes. Grab a copy of The Story Habit: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B6BG7J92 Connect with Jamie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjamiedixon/ Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Narelle Burke sits in the host seat and interviews Shelley on the state of leadership across the globe 18 months on from the normalising of the pandemic. They talk about having a growth mindset and how we’re never really done learning. Shelley shares how to build grit and the benefits of being curious and aware of what might be coming in the future. A very interesting conversation as always! Connect with Narelle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/narelleburke/ Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley learns about the importance of part-timers managing their own expectations around what can be achieved in the time they’ve got. Belinda’s insights for transitioning into a part-time role seem so simple and make so much sense yet too often we fail to consider them. Belinda asks what the personal trade-off is when we’re saying yes to more work instead of prioritising the reasons we’ve chosen to work part time. She says role scoping, time optimisation and understanding your leadership styles are all important components of making part time work. If you haven’t figured out how to make part-time work for you yet then take a listen to this episode for some practical advice. Grab a copy of Solving the Part Time Puzzle: https://www.belindamorgan.com/book/solving-the-part-time-puzzle Connect with Belinda: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-c-morgan/ Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com

In this episode Shelley speaks with Kathy, a coaching veteran and founder of FireUp Coaching, about how she started her business back in the 90’s. Kath shares how coaching has evolved over the past three decades and how it’s now being used as a core mode of effectively leading people. If you’re new to the coaching space, this is an enlightening conversation. Connect with Kathy: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fireupcoaching Connect with Shelley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Work with Shelley: https://shelleyflett.com