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Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an exceptional leader?
Join us as we dive into the many layers of leadership with inspiring voices from all walks of life sharing personal stories behind their journey to the top.
I'm Mary Wong, founder of Optimal Life Solutions, and over the past 20 years, I've been helping people become better leaders and communicators. Join our podcast for some solo insights and incredible guest conversations.
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Send us Fan Mail If you want to show up professionally in full alignment with who you are, and make an impact without losing your soul in the process, you will love this episode. I'm talking with Tanya McQueen, a Soul & Life Navigator and the founder of McQueen Creative Studios. She's the creator of Soul Signature Movies — powerful, emotionally driven films that capture the essence, purpose and deeper “why” behind a brand. With over 30 years of business experience, starting in the...
Send us Fan Mail How often do you beat yourself up over procrastinating? What if you were to discover that it wasn't always procrastination? What if, instead, it was part of your process? In this episode, I share my dirty secret - yes, I am guilty of procrastinating, but not as much as I once believed I was. Guilt and shame around this behavioural trait can drain the urge to act. Find out how to get your actions back on track. Want to talk about how to get your leadership lit? Call me. ...
Send us Fan Mail Trigger warning: this recording discusses topics that may be sensitive to some listeners. If you need support, please reach out. Lifeline 13 11 14. What do you do when you recognise a culture that is hurting those whose primary role is to care for others? You do something about it! After her own journey of recovery from anxiety, depression and more, Nurse Practitioner, Rebekah Woodbine, set about creating a podcast as a helpful resource providing tenderness for nurses. ...
Send us Fan Mail When burnout is affecting 49% of leaders globally, something is going terribly wrong, and it is worse in Australia... Find out how to be energised and enthused, maintain calm in a chaotic world, and prevent yourself from becoming a statistic as Mary shares with us her secrets to successful self-care. Download the free 'Serenity Strategies - Stress Relievers for Self-Care' booklet at this link: https://hub.optimalcoaching.com.au/serenity_strategies Get your grounding med...
Send us Fan Mail After navigating the transition from corporate life in Europe to family life in Australia, then successfully raising her children to young adulthood, Birgitta found herself at a crossroads. Realising she needed to reinvent herself, she emerged re-energised and re-connected, putting her coaching experience from high-level sporting and corporate team backgrounds to work in helping women thrive in leadership. Join us as we explore transitions, rediscovery, and curiosity as...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I explore the role of self-awareness in leadership - the ability to recognise your emotions, patterns, and impact on others. We’ll look at why leaders who understand themselves lead with greater clarity, empathy, and resilience, and how small shifts in self-awareness can transform relationships and decision-making. e. Tune in to discover how cultivating self-awareness helps you lead and grow, not just with strategy, but with authenticity. To find out more abo...
Send us Fan Mail Join us as we talk all things awards - why they are a strategy for success and how you grow through participating in them. Which awards should you enter? Have you done enough to enter an award? How do you deal with that inner voice that says you aren't enough? Annette Densham, a former journalist, is the leader in award services. She answers all these questions and more... you can't miss this one! Find out more about Annette here: https://awardwritingservices.com/ Gre...
Send us Fan Mail If the word 'feedback' gives you the heebies, you really cannot miss this episode. Whether it is giving feedback, receiving feedback, or both that sets your teeth on edge, this episode will help you make feedback your friend. Feedback is the ultimate growth tool and imperative for progress in your career and all aspects of life. Being open to it helps us grow and progress in our awareness, creating a life of ease. Take a listen, and embrace feedback - you'll be amazed with th...
Send us Fan Mail When a customer is told to 'Talk to Jack, ' they're often surprised to find themselves chatting with Jaclyn. As someone who learned through the school of hard knocks, she has forged new frontiers in her business, specialising in Trailers and Caravan repairs in Sydney and is recognised for her strong leadership, hands-on industry knowledge, and dedication to delivering high-quality service and workmanship. Jac's journey started with a grandmother who broke the mould - the perf...
Send us Fan Mail After many years working internationally for major corporations, Angella returned to Australia and now works for herself. She shares her journey of repatriation, the excitement and the challenges of moving to a new continent with her family and furry friend. We talk about growing resilience, finding your place, recognising the right path to take, and so much more. It's a warm and friendly chat that holds a pot or two of gold within it. Find out more about Angella on LinkedIn ...
Send us Fan Mail In this not-to-be-missed episode, we discuss all things creativity, writing, and self-discovery as we explore the skill and craft of writing as a must-use leadership tool. Rochelle is enthusiastic about using story, journaling, and coaching as a pathway for personal development. The current President of the Gold Coast Writers Association (a vibrant group of brilliantly creative leaders in their own right), Rochelle, shares her experiences and lessons learnt along the way in a...
Send us Fan Mail If you've wondered how to level up through doing a TED talk, then this is a not-to-be-missed episode. Joyce shares her experience of being accepted to present a TED Talk and offers us insider tips on getting on the TED stage, along with lots of amazing advice about life. It's a fabulous, high-energy episode that will leave you buzzing! Watch the TED talk here https://youtu.be/f_0ioqN1cEE?si=eXezBVKbWzlnktjE Find out more about Joyce at https://joycesavage.com/ Fac...
Send us Fan Mail We all know networking events are your chance to get to know people in your community, whether that's local or globally, but what is a 'good' networking event? Take a listen and learn how to make networking your superpower, as we discuss all things networking with Kacie Brignell - what to do, and what not to do! riven by a passion for connecting people and fostering business growth, Kacie Brignell, a seasoned connector and founder of KacieRoze, specialises in helping service-...
Send us Fan Mail We've changed our podcast! Find out more as you listen to this episode. Navigating change can be a leader's greatest struggle, and one of their most outstanding achievements. In this episode, Mary discusses the neuroscience of change and ways to become comfortable with adapting to varying circumstances, enabling you to stand out as an innovative and resilient leader. Find out more about Mary at www.optimalcoaching.com.au Great conversations underpin all successful leadershi...
Send us Fan Mail Serial podcaster and strategist, Darren Saul, shares the importance of podcasting for building authority through marketing, brand building, and credibility. We discuss common mistakes and the reasons many people give up early on their podcast aspirations. Darren shares his own journey, noting that his podcast, "Playing with Perspective," has grown to 250 episodes. He encourages aspiring leaders to embrace curiosity, take action, and not let perfectionism hinder their pr...
Send us Fan Mail Following a career transition, Aurora's work now focuses on sustainability. We discuss the effect of empowering employees at all levels to take ownership of sustainability initiatives as she shares examples of successful food waste reduction programs. Leaders, listen to find out how creating a culture of conversation and boundary-setting achieve desired outcomes with full team engagement. Find our more about Aurora: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/astrapto/ LinkedIn Prof...
Send us Fan Mail Megan shares her amazing journey to living her yes, and evolving personal leadership. She talks about rediscovering herself amidst the turmoil of a relationship breakup, then shares how she has channelled her learnings into her debut novel, "It's Always Been Me". It's an inspiring listen... and one that may well change your life! Here's the quote she mentions: And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom. (Ana...
Send us Fan Mail Mel works with Women Leaders who are navigating their forties and fifties and has many enlightening strategies, tools, and resources that business leaders can use to support their female employees through menopause and peri-menopause. We also discuss how boundaries are important in self-care and how self-awareness underpins successful navigation through difficulties. More about Mel: Mel's book, 'Fully Connected' is available here: https://www.melkettle.com/store/p/fullyconne...
Send us Fan Mail The most powerful tool we have is a question! Listen and learn how questions help us connect, grow, and learn more about ourselves and others. Emily Jane is a multi-talented, multi-skilled, young leader who walks her talk. In this podcast, she discusses how a powerful question helped her make a huge decision that has impacted her life in a very positive way. Find out more about Emily by checking out her links below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/aAnzScQh8u...
Send us Fan Mail After 15 years in corporate leadership roles, Renee's life changes saw her leading as an entrepreneur. We follow her journey of change, as she relates how personal challenges guided her transition into her current business. We also discuss health, nutrition, and the role of non-judgement in a safe space for growth. Find out more about Renee here: www.defininghealth.com.au Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DefiningHealthClinicalNutritionist LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.c...
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