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The Expert Fallacy: Why Senior Leaders Develop More Blind Spots Than They Realise

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The Expert Fallacy: Why Senior Leaders Develop More Blind Spots Than They Realise

We like to believe experience makes us wiser.
But Kevin McCarthy will tell you that sometimes, it does the opposite.

After decades in leadership, he found himself standing in a courtroom, facing prison time for a crime he didn’t intend to commit. What followed wasn’t just a story about injustice it was a lesson in awareness.

As Kevin says, “The higher we go in leadership, the more blind spots we develop.”

We start believing our own stories. We stop asking questions. We stop listening.

This is the quiet danger of the expert fallacy when the confidence that once helped us succeed begins to cloud our judgment.

True leadership isn’t about knowing more. It’s about staying curious enough to see what we might be missing.

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Living in Two Worlds: Finding the Courage to Be In Both

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Living in Two Worlds: Finding the Courage to Be In Both

When I first arrived in Australia at sixteen, I tried to shrink myself to fit in. Years later, I realised that living in two worlds Indian and Australian wasn’t something to hide, it was something to honour. Each culture shaped who I am as a leader. One taught me reverence and resilience, the other courage and self-belief. Together, they remind me that true leadership isn’t about fitting in, it’s about making room — for your full story and for others to bring theirs too.

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Leading With Energy: Lessons From Josh Phegan

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Leading With Energy: Lessons From Josh Phegan

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.

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From the Locker Room to the Boardroom: Leadership Lessons for Grand Final Week with Nathan Buckley

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From the Locker Room to the Boardroom: Leadership Lessons for Grand Final Week with Nathan Buckley

Grand final week in Melbourne turns every coffee chat into match talk. As the Lions meet Geelong, I unpack Nathan Buckley’s leadership lessons from the Sheargold stage. Check your state. Hand over trust. Honour different prep. Guard your energy. Make purpose visible. These habits win more than games. They build teams that believe.

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Why Optimism Might Just Save the Future of Leadership

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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What Leaders Can Learn from a World-Class Restaurateur

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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.