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Beyond the Uniform: Emotional Competence, Leadership & Cultural Change

Beyond the Uniform: Emotional Competence, Leadership & Cultural Change

Update: 2025-09-05
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In this episode of Heart-Led Changemakers, Maryanne speaks with retired Commodore Martin Brooker, decorated veteran, keynote speaker, and leadership coach.



Drawing on 37 years of service in the Royal Australian Navy, including commanding ships, leading elite Clearance Divers, and navigating military operations in the Middle East and Pacific, Martin shares what it truly takes to lead under pressure.



Together, they explore the transition from technical competence to emotional competence, why culture change is the leader’s responsibility, and how to navigate complexity with clarity and confidence.



This is a masterclass in leadership from a man who has lived it, in the boardroom, on the battlefield, and everywhere in between.



Topics Explored:

— Leadership under pressure

— Emotional competence in high-performance teams

— Navigating complexity and ambiguity

— Cultural change from the inside out



🔗 Follow @maryannekatsidis and learn more about Martin at martinbrooker.com


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Beyond the Uniform: Emotional Competence, Leadership & Cultural Change

Beyond the Uniform: Emotional Competence, Leadership & Cultural Change

Maryanne Katsidis