The Dynamic Leader Podcast

Leadership really is the topic that never ends...yes it goes on and on my friends. Over the past 35 episodes Shelley has shared chapters from the book and conducted 25 interviews with leaders who shared their insights, experiences, successes and failures in their own leadership journey. Every single conversation teaches you something and each conversation confirms there’s no easy road to becoming a great leader. In this Podcast Shelley says thanks to every leader who's been part of the journey.  Narelle Burke, Cath Smith, Fiona Preston, Paul Veldman, Ange Hann, Kim Ruyten, Barry Edgar, Lana Bonnet, Allison Nurthen, Richard Farrelly, Robyn Canning, Viren Thakrar, Matthew Hocking,  Islam Hassan,  Adam Watson, Suzanne Wood, Catie Paterson, Spiz Constandinou, Dan Smith, Justine Teggelove and Lesley Williams Connect with Shelley > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Buy a copy of the book > https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dynamic-leader-shelley-flett/book/9780648479505.html Attend the next Dynamic Leaders Tutelage - Virtual Series https://shelleyflett.com/dynamic_leaders_tutelage/    

In this episode Shelley speaks with the publisher of The Dynamic Leader, Lesley Williams, who owns Major Street Publishing. Lesley shares her experience of working for her dad early in her career and the lessons he taught her around trust and empowerment. She shares one of the keys to successful leadership is being “nice to people” and supporting them through the good and the bad. She recites the words of her dad that “no one ever responds to being told off” and how she’s applied this philosophy with her own team. It’s important to recognise that we all make mistakes and that we can use them as opportunities to learn and grow. Lesley founded Major Street Publishing in 2009 and works with authors to publish books on leadership, business, the share market, property markets, superannuation or personal financial planning. She says that she learns something new from every book and believes that the key to getting a book written is about finding what works for you and remain focused on the outcome (not necessarily the process). For those of you looking for other inspiring reads by Major Street Publishing, Lesley recommends: Raising Leaders by Wendy Born - which talks about the similarities between parenting and leadership. Flawsome by Georgia Murch - which highlights the need for all of us to embrace who we are and what it looks like to be real in all areas of our life. Rules of Belonging by Fiona Robertson - which shares valuable insights on team culture. If you use the promo code DYNAMICLEADER you will get a 20% discount when you purchase from www.majorstreet.com.au  - how wonderful is that!! Connect with Lesley > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesley-williams-769002b/ Connect with Shelley > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Buy a copy of the book > https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dynamic-leader-shelley-flett/book/9780648479505.html

In this episode Shelley speaks with Justine Teggelove, co-found of Rodine and Build-in-common, about her journey through leadership and about the importance of ‘paying-it-forward’. Justine learnt really early that leadership is about working together as a team - “it’s not about me it’s about everyone else...it’s about the team”. Justine is one of the most authentic leaders I know, she says if you know yourself well and you be yourself in all areas of your life then people will see your authenticity - you just have to be yourself. On the topic of ‘paying it forward’ Justine believes that no one has got to where they are in their life on their own. Her philosophy, when it comes to imparting knowledge, is to “share the shit out of it” - don’t take it to the grave - what you know is likely to be helpful to someone else. This is a genuinely light-hearted and fun conversation with buckets of wisdom and insights from an amazing leader! Connect with Justine > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/justine-teggelove-5824003b Connect with Shelley > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Buy a copy of the book > https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dynamic-leader-shelley-flett/book/9780648479505.html

There aren’t many leaders as humble and open to learning is Dan Smith, Contract Manager for SuperGardens. In this interview Shelley talks to him about his approach to leadership and the importance of open dialogue and transparency. Throughout the entire conversation you’ll hear Dan’s passion for developing his people and getting the best out of his team. He is a role model for having real conversations and demonstrates that empowering others is what makes a business successful. What a fabulous conversation! Connect with Dan > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-smith-a14315171/ Connect with Shelley > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Buy a copy of the book > https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dynamic-leader-shelley-flett/book/9780648479505.html

In this episode Shelley speaks with Spiz Constandinou, Head of Business at Australia Post, about leadership and, in particular, accountability. From the beginning of his own leadership journey, he has centred his approach around engagement saying “without engagement you have nothing”. He believes that trust, openness and transparency underpin engagement along with having a growth mindset and being your authentic self. When he talks about accountability he says the conversations should be democratic and come with questions, vulnerability and operating from a position of humility. Leaders should understand their people, ask the right questions in the right frequency and at the right time and have a two-way discussion that “gets to the core”. Spiz is one of the most in-tune leaders you will ever meet. He lives and breathes these practices and says “you don’t want people to perform in spite of you…you want people to perform because they’re inspired by you and because they respect you.” He certainly is a leader who inspires others to follow! Connect with Spiz > https://www.linkedin.com/in/spiz-constandinou-2706b923/ Connect with Shelley > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Buy a copy of the book > https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dynamic-leader-shelley-flett/book/9780648479505.html

In this episode Shelley speaks with Catie Paterson, HR Business Consultant, on the topic of empowerment and accountability. Catie shares the importance of adapting your communication style to suit the audience. She says “know how much support your people need and be willing to empower and adjust your approach to get the best out of them!” She is a big believer in establishing and nurturing trust and says it is essential when it comes to empowerment. She shared one of the best lines I’ve heard all year which is… “You’ve got to make people feel bigger for longer!” As a leader, if you can hold the belief that your people have the ability to succeed, and give them the opportunity to own it they will flourish as a result. This includes growing through successes but also through failure and learning as a result of mistakes that are made. Work with Catie > https://catiepatersonconsulting.com.au Connect with Catie > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/catie-paterson-consulting/ Connect with Shelley > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Buy a copy of the book > https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dynamic-leader-shelley-flett/book/9780648479505.html

In this episode Shelley speaks with Suzanne Wood, State General Manager of Mortgage Broker Distribution at Westpac, about what empowerment looks like for a leader. She shares the importance of taking the time to coach, guide and develop your people along with building the confidence they have in themselves to succeed. Suzanne talks about the connection between empowerment and trust with openness and transparency being key to making it work. Then the connection between empowerment and accountability through open dialogue and getting your staff to come up with the solution, invest in the idea and commit to the outcome. Connect with. Suzanne > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/woodsuzanne/ Connect with Shelley > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Buy a copy of the book > https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dynamic-leader-shelley-flett/book/9780648479505.html

In this episode Shelley speaks with Adam Watson, senior leader in operations and emergency management, about his views on influencing others to deliver results, particularly in the COVID environment. Adam shares how influencing results is largely dependent on engagement and bringing your team along on the journey through effective communication. He talks about the importance of context and developing a compelling narrative along with sharing the ‘how’, the ‘why’ and getting input from the team so they can own their part. Finally, Adam shares the need to lead by example and look after yourself, because in doing so you give permission for your team to do the same. Find what works for you and carve out the time to make it a habit. Another fabulous conversation about Dynamic Leadership! Connect with Adam > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-watson-436b262a/ Connect with Shelley > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Buy a copy of the book > https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dynamic-leader-shelley-flett/book/9780648479505.html

In this episode you will hear Shelley read Chapter 10 of the book on Influence Results. She shares ideas on how to empower your staff, how you hold them accountable and ensure you’re being transparent in everything you do. When your staff know you and respect you they will assume greater responsibility for their individual performance along with the performance of the team. They will do what it takes to ensure ongoing and sustainable success. And influencing results will enable this to happen. Connect with Shelley > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Buy a copy of the book > https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dynamic-leader-shelley-flett/book/9780648479505.html

In this episode Shelley speaks with Narelle Burke, Global Head of Talent and Leadership Development at Kantar about engagement. Narelle’s view on engagement is that it doesn’t need to be perfect but it does need to frequent. Even when we don’t have all the information it’s important for leaders to share what they know. “In the absence of information people are smart, they will form their own views on what’s happening that may or may not be right.” She also poses a fabulous question when speaking with staff individually and that is “how do I help you be at your best, even in times of change?”. Connect with Narelle > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/narelleburke/ Connect with Shelley > LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleyflett/ Buy a copy of the book > https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-dynamic-leader-shelley-flett/book/9780648479505.html