The Future Fit Leadership Edit is my personal take on what it means to lead in today’s ever-changing world. Here, I share reflections, insights, and conversations that matter — the human side of leadership, the bold moves, the lessons we’re still learning. The leadership landscape is shifting fast, and we’re not just leading — we’re learning how to lead as we go. It’s real, honest, and future-focused — just like leadership should be.
When people struggle at work, organisations often respond by trying to make them stronger.
We offer resilience training, wellbeing apps, mental health days and advice about boundaries. These initiatives can help, but they cannot compensate for excessive workloads, poor leadership, limited autonomy or systems that make it unnecessarily difficult for people to do their jobs.
Josh Phegan has spent decades coaching some of the highest performers in real estate, and in this Future Fit Leadership conversation he shares what it really takes to thrive. From his belief that leaders must be “learn-it-alls” rather than “know-it-alls,” to the lessons he learnt from setbacks that took too long to recover from, Josh opens up about resilience, feedback, and the true currency of leadership: energy. Packed with practical insights for principals, business owners, and agents alike, this is a masterclass in leading yourself and others through change, challenge, and opportunity.
In a world shaped by AI, hybrid work, and generational shifts, the leaders who thrive will be the ones who stay curious, adapt quickly, and lead with empathy.
Drawing on conversations with Ben Hamer, Michelle Loader, and Ashleigh Fell, this blog explores the essential traits of future-fit leadership—and why being human might just be your biggest advantage.
Read on to discover what tomorrow’s best leaders are already doing today.
Gallup’s 2025 State of the Global Workplace report reveals employee engagement and wellbeing are at critical lows — with Australia falling behind global averages. Discover the regional insights, what's driving the decline, and three actions leaders can take now to build a more resilient and future-fit workforce.
