Limitless Leaders™ Podcast

Great leadership is not just about technical expertise. It is about mastering the tricky people part. In this episode of the Limitless Leaders podcast, I sit down with communication and human skills expert, Leah Mether. Leah is the author of Soft is the New Hard and Steer Through the Storm, and she specialises in helping leaders regulate themselves under pressure, and navigate change with a practical, straight-shooting style. She shares her fascinating journey from small town journalist to global thought leader, and reveals how the art of deep curiosity, and authentic connection can transform your leadership style. Leah’s unique advice tackles the reality of leading teams through high pressure. This conversation is packed with actionable insights just for you if you have ever struggled with difficult workplace conversations, emotional regulation, or moving past old-school command-and-control management. You can watch the podcast here, click the image below, or listen on your favourite platforms. Key Takeaways: The journalism advantage is essential for building corporate foundations. Building deep rapport, practising active listening, and honouring vulnerability as a gift lays the ultimate foundation for corporate leadership. Soft skills are actually the hardest power skills to master. Emotional regulation and human communication are the toughest power skills to master but they are absolutely essential to replace outdated command and control management. The reality of peopling requires a major shift in focus. Technical brilliance is no longer enough when you are promoted into a management role because your success now rests entirely on your ability to lead human beings. Caring for your team is the core requirement of effective leadership. A candid reality check on why you simply cannot lead a team effectively to get their best work if you do not genuinely care about people. Embracing your career pivot creates a more authentic presence. Embracing your personal backstory and multi-passionate nature allows you to develop an authentic leadership voice rather than putting on a forced performance. Contact Leah Mether: Leah Mether Website Leah Mether on LinkedIn Enjoy This Podcast? Leadership in changing times can be difficult, but you can adopt certain traits to get your team through it. You can also join mentorship programs to gain the skills you need. Please post a review and share it! If you learned something by tuning into this podcast, do not hesitate to write a review and share it with your friends! The world needs more people with the drive and leadership qualities to make the world a better place. We need strong leadership skills and a learner’s attitude today more than ever. To listen to the podcast, select your favourite link below. Apple: https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnApple Spotify: https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnSpotify Android: https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnAndroid YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReneeGiarrusso-RGDynamics Have any questions? You can contact me through these platforms: Company website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn To leading the future,

What keeps us truly healthy? In this episode of the Limitless Leaders Podcast, I interview Dr. Jenny Brockis, a best-selling author, board-certified lifestyle medicine practitioner, and workplace wellbeing consultant. Dr. Brockis shares her personal journey from burnout to a reinvigorated passion for medicine, fueled by her discovery of lifestyle medicine. Learn about the six pillars of health, the importance of nature in our lives, and practical steps to create a happier, healthier lifestyle—both at work and at home. If you’re a leader, business owner, or someone striving to balance personal health and professional success, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical strategies to help you thrive. You can watch the podcast here, click the image below, or listen on your favourite platforms. Key Takeaways: Dr. Brockis is deeply committed to helping others achieve better health and wellbeing. By embracing Lifestyle Medicine, she now leads by example, embodying the principles she passionately advocates. Discover what lifestyle medicine is and why it’s a game-changer for your health and wellbeing. Learn how burnout transformed Dr. Jenny’s journey, inspiring a fresh perspective on health and balance. Uncover the science-backed benefits of nature—how it reduces stress, boosts mental health, and improves your overall quality of life. Get easy, actionable tips you can start using today to elevate your well-being and feel your best. Spending time outside offers “soft fascination,” calming our brain and body through the complexity of natural sights and sounds. Businesses can improve employee well-being by integrating natural elements into workspaces, such as plants, colors, or images. Lifestyle choices play a critical role in preventing, managing, and even reversing many chronic illnesses. Contact Dr. Jenny Brockis: Dr. Jenny Brockis Website Dr. Jenny Brockis on LinkedIn Dr. Jenny Brockis on Instagram Enjoy This Podcast? Leadership in changing times can be difficult, but you can adopt certain traits to get your team through it. You can also join mentorship programs to gain the skills you need. Please post a review and share it! If you learned something by tuning into this podcast, do not hesitate to write a review and share it with your friends! The world needs more people with the drive and leadership qualities to make the world a better place. We need strong leadership skills and a learner’s attitude today more than ever. To listen to the podcast, select your favourite link below. Apple: https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnApple Spotify: https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnSpotify Android: https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnAndroid YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReneeGiarrusso-RGDynamics Have any questions? You can contact me through these platforms: Company website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn To leading the future,

In this episode of the Limitless Leaders podcast, we're thrilled to have Jaquie Scammell, Founder and CEO of ServiceQ, an organisation that is dedicated to helping organisations take that leap from delivering ordinary service to extraordinary. ServiceQ help Service Leaders reimagine service in their business and encourage them to start with looking at themselves first. Jaquie is a close friend and she works with a broad range of industries and sectors all seeking to strengthen the relationships with those they serve. You can watch the podcast here, click the image below, or listen on your favourite platforms.   Key Take Aways: Jaquie believes that wisdom is not from knowledge – it's from experiences of applying that knowledge and it's seen mostly when we allow our human qualities to be seen and get out of our head and drop into our heart. Genuine human interactions, such as remembering a customer's name, provide businesses with a unique competitive edge. To navigate the future of work, particularly with AI's growing role, it's critical that service professionals focus on building emotional and social intelligence. Leaders often misinterpret others because they haven’t fully understood or managed their own emotions first. Humans are multi-dimensional – we’re not just bodies with brains. Leaders need to address all of these dimensions to truly support their teams. Delivering extraordinary service begins with self-awareness and a commitment to personal growth. As leaders, we need to slow down, reflect, and take time to deeply understand ourselves, so that we not only create the right conditions for others but also embody the values and actions we promote. The shift from traditional, fast-paced leadership to a more mindful, reflective approach is part of the natural evolution in the workplace. Contact Jaquie Scammell: Jaquie Scammell Website Jaquie Scammell on LinkedIn Jaquie Scammell on Instagram Enjoy This Podcast? Leadership in changing times can be difficult, but you can adopt certain traits to get your team through it. You can also join mentorship programs to gain the skills you need. Please post a review and share it! If you learned something by tuning into this podcast, do not hesitate to write a review and share it with your friends! The world needs more people with the drive and leadership qualities to make the world a better place. We need strong leadership skills and a learner’s attitude today more than ever. To listen to the podcast, select your favourite link below. Apple: https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnApple Spotify: https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnSpotify Android: https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnAndroid YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReneeGiarrusso-RGDynamics Have any questions? You can contact me through these platforms: Company website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn To leading the future,

Joining us in this podcast episode is Joe Pane, the Director of JP Coaching and Training Pty Ltd. Joe is an expert in emotional fitness, specializing in group trainings and keynotes. He is the author of the insightful book, “Courage To Be You – Your Guide To Mastering Uncertainty,” which introduces the Emotional Fitness Formula (EFF). This transformative approach is built on five core principles: Identity, Life Stages, Values, Emotional Flexibility, and Perspective. You can watch the podcast here, click the image below, or listen on your favourite platforms.   Key Take Aways: Joe's work is dedicated to helping individuals redefine their relationship with uncertainty, empowering them to lead more resilient and fulfilling lives. Consistency is the key component of trust. The importance of always showing up. No matter what challenge we go through, hold on and you'll work it out. What defines us, owns us – the power of identity. Embrace all things with a healthy level of enthusiasm. Emotions don't respond to facts. They only respond to our interpretation of the facts. The outer conditions of our lives are an echo of who we have been. Success has 3 ingredients – Rejection, Judgement and Failure Contact Joe Pane: Joe Pane Website Joe Pane on LinkedIn Joe Pane on Instagram Enjoy This Podcast? Leadership in changing times can be difficult, but you can adopt certain traits to get your team through it. You can also join mentorship programs to gain the skills you need. Please post a review and share it! If you learned something by tuning into this podcast, do not hesitate to write a review and share it with your friends! The world needs more people with the drive and leadership qualities to make the world a better place. We need strong leadership skills and a learner’s attitude today more than ever. To listen to the podcast, select your favourite link below. Apple: https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnApple Spotify https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnSpotify Android https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnAndroid   Have any questions? You can contact me through these platforms: Company website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn To leading the future,

This episode was recorded just before my diagnosis and it is helping me get through my healing journey and with getting used to a new normal for life at the moment. No matter where you are or what you’re going through right now, this podcast is relevant for anyone going through change whether it’s in the workplace or life. The roads you've travelled may influence you, but they don't have to define you. With self-control, you are in charge. Dr. Jane Foster, our guest for this podcast episode, believes that we may be unable to control people and circumstances, but we can always learn to control how we respond to them. Dr. Foster is the Founder and Director of Emotional Resilience Training. She's also an educator, researcher, presenter, and author of It's in Your Hands: Your Steering Wheel, Your Choice. She holds a PhD in Health and Education and is qualified in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shiatsu, and Yoga. You can watch the podcast here, click the image below, or listen on your favourite platforms.   Key Take Aways: We delved into Dr. Foster's experience and how it motivated her to develop a universal language that replaces blame, judgment, and retaliation with responsibility, empathy, and compassion. Taking responsibility positively impacts self-esteem and self-regulation People who say or do hurtful things are the ones on a rough road. Just because you are alone on your road doesn’t mean you are going in the wrong direction. Proactive strategies to help build emotional resilience, manage daily stresses, successfully change perspectives and create new neural pathways Using metaphors to gain objectivity Introducing the steering wheel replaces blame with responsibility and control Don't wish for smoother roads. Aim for greater skills to handle all conditions. Empowering people with the tools and confidence to lead from within.   Contact Dr. Jane Foster: Emotional Resilience Website Emotional Resilience on Instagram Dr Jane Foster on LinkedIn Enjoy This Podcast? Leadership in changing times can be difficult, but you can adopt certain traits to get your team through it. You can also join mentorship programs to gain the skills you need. Please post a review and share it! If you learned something by tuning into this podcast, do not hesitate to write a review and share it with your friends! The world needs more people with the drive and leadership qualities to make the world a better place. We need strong leadership skills and a learner’s attitude today more than ever. For more updates and episodes, subscribe to the Limitless Leaders podcast page! To listen to the podcast, select your favourite link below. Apple: https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnApple Spotify https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnSpotify Google https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnGoogle Android https://www.reneegiarrusso.com/PodcastOnAndroid Have any questions? You can contact me through these platforms: Company website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn To leading the future, Renée

In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Alex Pirouz, Co-Founder of Windsor Advisers, a boutique advisory firm. With decades of intellectual capital, their founders have successfully scaled and exited multiple businesses. Throughout the conversation, Alex shares his personal journey of overcoming failures and finding success, emphasising the value of learning and embracing challenges, and the importance of being open to feedback for personal and professional growth. You can listen to the podcast below or on your favourite platforms. Key Take Aways: We discuss building a good culture and strong leadership within organisations, addressing challenges in sales and marketing coordination, the evolving expectations of job seekers and the need for adaptability. Alex's journey from failures to successes and getting a mentor The power of reframing challenges The qualities of an effective and fulfilled leader Sales and marketing in the next normal Fixing sales and marketing issues before planning Creating a culture of open communication and conflict resolution Building connections through personalised onboarding and one-on-one conversations Listening and caring as core values to transform workplace culture Reinforcing values through screensavers and daily reminders.   Contact Alex: Windsor Advisers Website Alex Pirouz on LinkedIn   Enjoy This Podcast? Leadership in changing times can be difficult, but you can adopt certain traits to get your team through it. You can also join mentorship programs to gain the skills you need. Please post a review and share it! If you learned something by tuning into this podcast, do not hesitate to write a review and share it with your friends! The world needs more people with the drive and leadership qualities to make the world a better place. We need strong leadership skills and a learner’s attitude today more than ever. For more updates and episodes, subscribe to the Limitless Leaders podcast page! Have any questions? You can contact me through these platforms: Company website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn To leading the future, Renée

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring story of Peter Baines, the founder of Hands Across the Water, a prominent charity in Thailand. Peter takes us on his powerful journey, starting from his time in the police force to his life-changing humanitarian work and creating a life of choice, not chance. He also shares insights from his book, “Leadership Matters,” which delves into the origins of Hands Across the Water and its mission to provide a better life for the children they support. You can watch the podcast here, click the image below, or listen on your favourite platforms. Key Take Aways: We discuss the importance of finding a journey that feeds our soul and the significance of leadership. The moment that led to the creation of Hands Across the Water The power of choice and chance Overcoming barriers and embracing personal growth Finding a journey that feeds your soul Seizing opportunities Three tips for impactful leadership. Contact Peter: Peter Baines Website Instagram LinkedIn Hands Across the Water website Enjoy This Podcast? Leadership in changing times can be difficult, but you can adopt certain traits to get your team through it. You can also join mentorship programs to gain the skills you need. Please post a review and share it! If you learned something by tuning into this podcast, do not hesitate to write a review and share it with your friends! The world needs more people with the drive and leadership qualities to make the world a better place. We need strong leadership skills and a learner’s attitude today more than ever. For more updates and episodes, subscribe to the Limitless Leaders podcast page! Have any questions? You can contact me through these platforms: Company website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn To leading the future, Renée

In this episode, our guest is Ella Zhang, founder of the Institute of Growing Capacity, iGrow. iGrow was established with a mission to cater to individuals and businesses seeking to integrate human-centric principles into their operations, foster optimal personal and professional development, and make meaningful contributions to society at large. Ella recently published her book “Upgrade”, how to outperform your default self to gain your superpowers. You can watch the podcast here, click the image below, or listen on your favourite platforms. Key Take Aways: The book goes into four operating systems that shape our behaviours and impact in the world: the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual systems. Understanding and nurturing each of these four systems creates a solid foundation to build and develop more advanced management and leadership skills. We also talk about the interconnectedness of these systems and the benefits of journaling and letter writing for self-reflection. Ella's journey to becoming who she is today The importance of taming the ego in business leadership The power of sleep and reading to reset Making decisions that benefit everyone Building an intimate relationship with ourselves as leaders Leaders with inner-strength and resilience Contact Nina: Ella Zhang Website Ella's book “Upgrade” Ella Zhang LinkedIn Enjoy This Podcast? Leadership in changing times can be difficult, but you can adopt certain traits to get your team through it. You can also join mentorship programs to gain the skills you need. Please post a review and share it! If you learned something by tuning into this podcast, please write a review and share it with your friends! The world needs more people with the drive and leadership qualities to make the world a better place. We need strong leadership skills and a learner’s attitude today more than ever. For more updates and episodes, visit the Limitless Leaders podcast page! Have any questions? You can contact me through these platforms: Company website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn To leading the future, Renée