Why Optimism Might Just Save the Future of Leadership

Why Optimism Might Just Save the Future of Leadership

In the final episode of the Future Fit Spotlight series, Victor Perton, founder and Chief Optimism Officer at the Centre for Optimism, reveals why declining optimism is the biggest global risk of 2025 and how leaders can turn optimism into a core strategy. Discover practical rituals, real-world examples, and actionable habits to build magnetic optimism, strengthen resilience, and inspire teams in the future of work.

The Power of Language – change your words, change your world

The Power of Language – change your words, change your world

In a world where leadership is measured by influence, not titles, the words we choose matter more than ever. Inspired by Phil M. Jones’ keynote and his book Exactly What to Say, this blog explores how intentional language can build trust, shape culture, and create real momentum in leadership.

Gallup 2025: Global Work Crisis and the Urgent Case for Leadership Action in Australia

Gallup 2025: Global Work Crisis and the Urgent Case for Leadership Action in Australia

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.

What Leaders Can Learn from a World-Class Restaurateur

What Leaders Can Learn from a World-Class Restaurateur

Unreasonable Hospitality: Leadership Lessons from Will Guidara
What can real estate leaders — and leaders across every industry — learn from the former co-owner of the world’s top restaurant?

In this edition of The Future Fit Leadership Edit, I reflect on the powerful leadership insights shared by Will Guidara, author of Unreasonable Hospitality and the visionary who helped elevate Eleven Madison Park to #1 in the world.

Guidara’s approach to leadership is rooted in presence, generosity, and personalisation. He shows us that culture is shaped in the smallest details, hospitality is a strategy not a department, and truly future-fit leaders empower their teams to go above and beyond.

If you’re building a high-performing team, leading through change, or rethinking client experience — this is a masterclass in human-centred leadership.

I eat no for breakfast - Kamala Harris at AREC 25

I eat no for breakfast - Kamala Harris at AREC 25

At AREC 2025, Kamala Harris didn’t just speak — she owned the stage.
With clarity, compassion, and commanding presence, she reminded us that power doesn’t have to shout to be heard.
She spoke of truth, empathy, ambition — and what it really takes to break barriers.

Beyond the Plate: Paul Newnham on Hunger, Perception, and Bold Food Leadership

Beyond the Plate: Paul Newnham on Hunger, Perception, and Bold Food Leadership

What if food was more than a meal — but a movement? In this powerful conversation, global food advocate Paul Newnham shares how beans, chefs, and bold leadership can shift the future of hunger, sustainability, and health. This is leadership through food — systemic, local, and urgently needed.

Psychological Safety Starts Long Before a Complaint

Psychological Safety Starts Long Before a Complaint

In today's workplaces, silence can be dangerous. When leaders walk past poor behaviour, they’re not just ignoring it — they’re accepting it. In this blog, I reflect on my powerful conversation with Karen Maher about the true cost of inaction, the role of bystanders, and why creating psychologically and psychosocially safe workplaces is no longer optional — it's a leadership responsibility. If you think culture is someone else’s job, this one’s for you.

Leadership at the Edge of the World: My Conversation with David Knoff

Leadership at the Edge of the World: My Conversation with David Knoff

When David Knoff found himself stranded in Antarctica for 537 days during the COVID-19 pandemic, leadership became more than a title—it became a daily act of calm, courage, and clarity. In this episode of Future Fit Leadership, I speak with David about leading through extreme isolation, the power of routine, and why the best leaders don’t rise to the occasion—they fall to the level of their training.