Leading Generous Teams

Clare Desira
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Welcome to Leading Generous Teams.  A number one charting leadership podcast dedicated to helping leaders create a bigger impact. We bring you insights from recognised Australian CEOs & leaders who work in complex, high pressure environments where resources are stretched, resilience is constantly tested, and the challenges are ongoing and multifaceted. Hosted by Clare Desira, CEO of the Top Five Movement, a neuroscience-focused behaviour change organisation that helps leaders and teams think clearly, communicate effectively, and perform at their best, especially in the moments that matter most. Our expertise lies in the practical application of neuroscience for sustainable behaviour change in the workplace. Leading Generous Teams was originally created in partnership with Pro Bono Australia in 2020 and has been supporting thousands of leaders ever since.  For free resources + opportunities to turn your managers in leaders come visit us at www.topfivemovement.comHit subscribe now and never miss an episode. 

  1. 19 Aug

    Proud Bundjalung Woman + Former CEO, Mindy Woods on the leadership capability that matters more than expertise

    What if expertise isn't what makes a great leader? When we first heard proud Bundjalung woman Mindy Woods speak, we couldn't stop thinking about one simple idea: leadership isn't about having all the answers. It's about creating the conditions where people feel safe enough to contribute theirs. In this episode of Leading Generous Teams, Mindy shares how her cultural values have shaped the way she leads, why belonging unlocks high performance, and what leaders can learn from thinking beyond the next quarter. Mindy's reflections challenge some of the most common assumptions about leadership, offering practical lessons for any leader ready to move beyond relying on expertise alone and build teams where people genuinely thrive. In this episode: Why expertise gets people promoted, but leadership asks something differentHow creating belonging unlocks more than having all the answersHow thinking beyond the next quarter changes the way we lead today Free Weekly Leadership Series: Turning Managers Into Leaders In this free five-week leadership guide, we'll explore the leadership capabilities organisations tell us matter most: decision making, feedback, coaching, strategy and collaboration. You’ll also see practical examples of how we leverage neuroscience to deliver measurable outcomes and we’ll also share real stories from leaders who have made these shifts. One capability delivered to your inbox each week.  Get your copy at www.topfivemovement.com/connect

  2. 29 July

    Australian Red Cross Lifeblood CEO, Stephen Cornelissen AM on turning managers into leaders

    What happens when the very behaviours that made someone successful are the ones they need to let go of to become a great leader? Over the past two years, we've had the privilege of partnering with more than 500 leaders at Australian Red Cross Lifeblood, seeing first-hand the leadership culture Stephen Cornelissen AM and his team are intentionally building. In this episode of Leading Generous Teams, Stephen reflects on one of the biggest shifts leaders face: moving beyond expertise, stepping out of the detail and creating the conditions for others to thrive. Stephen's reflections on leading in complex, purpose-driven environments offer practical lessons for any leader wanting to spend less time solving every problem and more time building capability across their team. In this episode: Why the shift from manager to leader starts with getting out of the weedsHow to create capability instead of dependency by changing where you get your sense of valuePractical ways to protect thinking time and lead with greater perspective under pressure Free Weekly Leadership Series: Turning Managers Into Leaders In this free five-week leadership guide, we'll explore the leadership capabilities organisations tell us matter most: decision making, feedback, coaching, strategy and collaboration. You’ll also see practical examples of how we leverage neuroscience to deliver measurable outcomes and we’ll also share real stories from leaders who have made these shifts. One capability delivered to your inbox each week.  Get your copy at www.topfivemovement.com/connect

  3. 13 July

    Financial Counselling Australia CEO, Dr Dominique Meyrick on Creating the Conditions for Others to Thrive

    What happens when leaders stop trying to keep everyone happy and start making decisions anchored to purpose? For many leaders, the pressure to be liked, avoid disappointment and find the "right" answer can make leadership feel heavier than it needs to be. But as Dr Dominique Meyrick shares in this episode, some of the most important leadership decisions come from being clear on your purpose rather than trying to please everyone. This is what we talked about with Dr Dominique Meyrick, CEO of Financial Counselling Australia, on Top Five Movement's Leading Generous Teams podcast this week. Dom's reflections on purpose-driven leadership, navigating disagreement and creating the conditions for others to thrive offer practical lessons for any leader working in complex, high-pressure environments. In this episode: Why purpose beats people-pleasing when making difficult leadership decisionsHow to create the conditions for others to thrive without trying to have all the answersPractical ways to sustain yourself and avoid burnout while leading meaningful work Links:  To grab a ticket to Dom’s world record breaking concert, head to: https://www.palaistheatre.com.au/all-events/pitchface-tickets-ae1663887 Free Weekly Leadership Series: Turning Managers Into Leaders In this free five-week leadership guide, we'll explore the leadership capabilities organisations tell us matter most: decision making, feedback, coaching, strategy and collaboration. You’ll also see practical examples of how we leverage neuroscience to deliver measurable outcomes and we’ll also share real stories from leaders who have made these shifts. One capability delivered to your inbox each week.  Get your copy at www.topfivemovement.com/connect

  4. 9 July

    ANNOUNCEMENT: Season 6... coming next week!

    We cannot wait!  More incredible guests coming your way.  In the meantime, learn more about our work here:  Top Five Movement is a contemporary, neuroscience-focused behaviour change organisation that helps people think clearly, communicate effectively, and perform at their best, especially in the moments that matter most. Find us at www.topfivemovement.com

  5. 28/11/2024

    University of Canberra CIO, Matt Carmichael on Being Deliberate With The 1,440 Minutes In Your Day

    A lot of leadership effort is proactive and long-term, and it’s so easy to (and can feel good to) get sucked in by your teams to put out day-to-day operational fires. However one leader we’ve worked with closely has taken a deliberate approach to creating the bandwidth that allows him and his team to focus on the future. This is what we talked about with Matt Carmichael, Chief Information Officer, University of Canberra on our Leading Generous Teams podcast this week. Matt’s refreshing ap...

  6. 21/11/2024

    Dr Richard Harris On The Thai Cave Rescue, Thriving Under Pressure + the People You Want on Your Team

    If you’ve been in our world for a hot minute, you’ll have heard us talk about the mental run up. The mental run up is made up of automatic thought patterns in response to an upcoming situation. Some we’re not aware of, and some are easy to brush off as “I’m an overthinker.” But they can be a drain, pulling you further away from the task at hand. They’re often happening behind the scenes without us even realising it, derailing our energy. The mental run up falls between the moment you’ve made the decision to do something challenging and when you actually do it. This is what we talked about with Co-Australian of the Year, Dr Richard “Harry” Harris on our Leading Generous Teams podcast this week. Richard has worked in anaesthesia, diving and aeromedical medicine around the world. Harry has a professional and voluntary interest in search and rescue operations, establishing the first flooded cave rescue capability in Australasia. The 2018 Thailand cave rescue was an opportunity to put this training to work. In 2018 he received the Star of Courage, Australia’s second highest civilian award for bravery, and the medal of the Order of Australia for his role in the Thailand cave rescue. Harry was the joint 2019 Australian of the Year with his dive partner Craig Challen. He is now primarily working as a speaker, author and film maker. In this episode, we discuss: Richard’s mental run up leading up to the Thai Cave Rescue.What Richard does to fuel his mindset during uncertain times.  Insights into techniques for resetting + recharging in life and leadership Links: To supercharge your leadership, grab your free leadership audit now: Mindset Shifts to Crack Culture, Build Psychological Safety + Raise The Bar.  This free Leadership Audit download includes: Questions and prompts to help leaders create bigger impact with more easeJam packed with insights from conversations we’ve had with Australian CEOs + leadersFuel trust, communication, and culture in your team  Grab your copy now: www.topfivemovement.com/tools If you'd like to talk about how our programs can support your team's resilience, fuel their confidence or help them get unstuck, book some time in my diary and let’s chat.

  7. 11/12/2023

    Greater Western Water Executive, Rohan Charrett on how to build connected rather than burnt out teams through change

    Getting to the end isn’t good enough. Whether it’s to the end of the year, the end of a restructure, or the end of a transformation project. It’s not about transactions and checklists. It’s about how you lead. This is what we talked about with Rohan Charrett, an Executive with Greater Western Water on our Leading Generous Teams podcast this week. In this episode, we discuss: What’s more important than just getting to the end result How to build connected rather than burnt out teams thr...

  8. 04/12/2023

    Sacred Heart Mission CEO, Hang Vo on pacing your passion for stronger leadership

    Being a passionate leader is an outdated goal. In fact, trying to run your team on passion alone is akin to running a team on adrenaline. It’s just not sustainable. And it can get in the way of strong leadership. This is what we talked about with Sacred Heart Mission CEO, Hang Vo on our Top Five Movement Leading Generous Teams podcast this week. Within a second of meeting Hang, you know she’s a passionate force but Hang shares how she’s learnt to pace her passion as a CEO, because not every...

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Welcome to Leading Generous Teams.  A number one charting leadership podcast dedicated to helping leaders create a bigger impact. We bring you insights from recognised Australian CEOs & leaders who work in complex, high pressure environments where resources are stretched, resilience is constantly tested, and the challenges are ongoing and multifaceted. Hosted by Clare Desira, CEO of the Top Five Movement, a neuroscience-focused behaviour change organisation that helps leaders and teams think clearly, communicate effectively, and perform at their best, especially in the moments that matter most. Our expertise lies in the practical application of neuroscience for sustainable behaviour change in the workplace. Leading Generous Teams was originally created in partnership with Pro Bono Australia in 2020 and has been supporting thousands of leaders ever since.  For free resources + opportunities to turn your managers in leaders come visit us at www.topfivemovement.comHit subscribe now and never miss an episode. 

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  • Creator
    Clare Desira
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
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