Dear 21 Year Old Me - life lessons from leaders Jeremy Irvine

In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Sarah Makris
We go back in time to 1997 when our guest, Sarah Makris, turned 21.

Sarah reflects on her career journey, her drive, and determination.

We discuss understanding your brand and the importance of simple, clear communication.

Sarah steps back and looks at the contrasts between corporate life and running your own small business.

We discuss how Sarah learns from others and the traits of being a good leader.

We ask Sarah what she'd say to her 21-year-old self, and what Sarah at 21 would say to himself now.
Links

www.sarahmakris.com.au
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-makris/
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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest John Bucchino
We go back in time to 1972 when our guest, John Bucchino, turned 21, and look at his trip back to the East Coast from California.

John reflects on his earliest musical influences and how he began songwriting.

We talk about how John's composing evolved, and the importance of humility and being true to himself.

John reflects on a critical lesson with an executive and what led to a key track in a Disney movie.

John talks about having to let go, the creative process, and being the best you can be. 

John reflects on the array of people he's worked with, and having to learn how to collaborate.

We ask John what he'd say to his 21-year-old self, and what John at 21 would say to himself now.Resources and links
John Bucchino websiteJohn Bucchino store including albumsJohn Bucchino Patreon pageJohn Bucchino on SpotifyJohn Bucchino Facebook fan page

Australian Musical Festival May 2024 page  Australian Musical Festival 2024 It's Only Life performance 15 May

Patti LuPone with Yo-Yo Ma, John Williams and the Boston Pops - Unexpressed (by John Bucchino)

David Campbell Taking the Wheel album (David Campbell official YouTube site)David Campbell Sings John Bucchino album (David Campbell official YouTube site)David Campbell sings John Bucchino - Grateful (Social Family Records official YouTube site)David Campbell sings John Bucchino - extended interview

Kane Alexander official siteKane Alexander Different Stages Broadway albumKane Alexander/Simon Gleeson, Lily's Eyes (Kane Alexander official YouTube site)

A Peacock Among Pigeons | Boston Gay Men's Chorus

Anthony Warlow/Philip Quast, Lily's Eyes (YouTube)

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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Garry Pearson OAM
We go back in time to 1973 when our guest, Garry Pearson, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.

Garry reflects on his experiences commencing as a teacher and then moving into executive roles.

We talk about how Garry's leadership style has evolved, and the importance of humility. 

Garry reflects on a critical early lesson learned.

Garry talks about the importance of reflective practice and learning from mistakes.

Garry discusses what it was like to receive his Order of Australia Media. 

We ask Garry what he'd say to his 21-year-old self, and what Garry at 21 would say to himself now.Resources and links
Associations Forum
Australasian Association of Society Executives

Harvard Program on Negotiation resources
Stephen Covey's 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' resources
Roger Fisher and William Ury's 'Getting to Yes'

Garry's contact details: Mobile: 0419 347 599 / garry.pearson@polgovpro.com.au

Check Garry’s LinkedIn profile and articles

Alternatively, view his articles on reflective practice, governance, policy, and strategy topics at -https://polgovpro.blog/author/polgov1/
See especially -  https://polgovpro.blog/2019/05/01/what-so-what-and-now-what-your-reflective-practice-guide/

See Garry’s large collection of charts and other resources relating to his work at -
https://www.pinterest.com.au/garry3296/
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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Craig Norenbergs
We go back in time to 1989 when our guest, Craig Norenbergs, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.

Craig reflects on his experiences growing up in Canberra.

We talk about how Craig's leadership style has evolved, and the importance of humility. 

Craig reflects on how he got his start in the media, driving across two states to try and do so, and how literally a 'break' was the break he needed to get into the media.

Craig talks about the day he was at work, the phone rang, and on the other end was Kerry Packer.

Craig looks back on his career and his personal leadership lessons, including what it has been like living overseas including in New Zealand.

We ask Craig what he'd say to his 21-year-old self, and what Craig at 21 would say to himself now.
Mentioned in the show

Eddie Norenbergs (Craig's Dad)'s story on how he and his family came to Australia
CTC 7 Canberra promo, 1986
TEN Capital News, December 1988
The Breeze, New Zealand radio station promo
Scruff Lovely (Canberra band) - Canberra Times article 1994

Craig on Twitter
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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Michael Manthorpe PSM


We go back in time to 1984, when our guest, Michael Manthorpe, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.

Michael reflects on his experiences growing up in Queensland, and how then he eventually joined the Australian Public Service.
 We talk about how Michael's leadership style evolved, and the importance of curiosity. 

Michael looks back on his career and his personal leadership lessons from his public service career.

We ask Michael what he'd say to his 21-year-old self, and what Michael at 21 would say to himself now.Mentioned in the show
Transcript from Michael's comments at an IPAA ACT event, 21 December 2021Sunday in the Park with George musical cast recording Dear 21 Year Old Me (Jeremy Irvine - host) and Pro Podcast Production
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In this episode of Dear 21-Year-Old Me, with guest Russell Dixon.


We go back in time to 1996, when our guest, Russell Dixon, turned 21, and look at what was happening in the world, and closer to home back then.

Russell reflects on his experiences growing up in Dunedin, New Zealand, and then he eventually got involved in the world of entertainment.
 We talk about how Russell's leadership style on and off stage has evolved, and Russell and Jeremy share reflections on some of the lessons from a show they were in together. 

Russell looks back on his career, including having worked overseas, and his leadership lessons from his time during a two-year show run.

Russell talks about his sense of optimism, what he teaches about leadership, and what he's learned along the way.

We ask Russell what he'd say to his 21-year-old self, and what Russell at 21 would say to Russell now.Connect with Russell Dixon
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