Leading You

Julie Hyde
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Want to know the secret to confident and successful leadership? Every week, Leading You showcases leadership of all kinds and you get the scoop on how to be an effective, modern leader who makes an impact. There’s one thing we all have in common. We’re all leaders. First and foremost, you’re a leader of you. You don’t need a title to be a leader. Leadership is a mindset which anyone can adopt to create influence. The more leaders the world has, the better it will be. I'll let you into something I know to be true - You can’t be a leader of others unless you’re a leader of self first. So if you want to have impact that leads to prosperity and happiness, it all starts with you. With your mindset and personal leadership toolbox, which Leading You will help you build up. Leading you is hosted by Julie Hyde, an entrepreneur, corporate drop out and passionate leader. Julie knows one thing: you can’t control what happens to you but you can control how you respond. It’s why Leading You is important. Each week, guests share their secret sauce. They reveal their roadmaps to success. How they’ve stayed anchored to who they are, insights into their courage and resilience and how to be emotionally and behaviourally agile. It’s a conversation, not an interrogation, and you’ll hear the human side of household names.  

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  1. Five Questions to Design Your 2026 With Intention

    EPISODE 256

    Five Questions to Design Your 2026 With Intention

    Welcome to the first episode of Leading You for 2026. This episode invites you to pause before you plan and intentionally design how you want to lead yourself into the new year. January offers a rare moment of stillness — quieter, slower mornings and the chance to breathe before the pace accelerates. It’s the ideal time to reset your mindset, reconnect with what matters and create a vision for the year that feels aligned, spacious and purposeful. Rather than rushing into goals or structure, this episode focuses on intention. You’ll hear how I create my own 2026 “canvas” using colour, space and symbolism, and why I’ve shifted from choosing a single word to anchoring myself with a guiding statement. This approach helps you show up with clarity, confidence and calm, especially as the world continues to shift rapidly through technology, AI and rising expectations. Across the conversation, I share five powerful questions to help you design your year with intention, deepen your self-awareness and strengthen your self-leadership. These questions will support you to reconnect with your values, focus your energy and make choices that align with the woman and leader you want to become. If you want 2026 to feel more grounded and more meaningful, this episode gives you the framework to start. Key Takeaways January is the perfect pause to reset, breathe and reconnect before the year begins in full. Your 2026 “canvas” reflects who you choose to be, not just what you plan to do. A guiding sentence can anchor your behaviour more powerfully than a single word. White space matters - in your schedule, in your thinking and in your leadership. Self-leadership is essential as the world accelerates through AI and constant change. Asking intentional questions expands clarity without overwhelm.   Time Stamps 00:00 Welcome to 202601:00 What’s coming on the podcast this January02:40 Why early January is a powerful pause05:10 Using the “canvas” metaphor for the year ahead06:45 How I choose my colours and what they represent09:20 The importance of white space and pausing12:05 Why I’m choosing a statement instead of a word this year14:30 Examples of empowering intentions for 202617:20 Five reflective questions to shape your year20:45 Why self-leadership matters more than ever22:10 Final reflections and your invitation to create your statement23:30 Closing and what’s coming next   Links Connect with Julie:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/Instagram: @juliehydeleadsWebsite: https://juliehyde.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    19 min
  2. The 1% That Will Decide Your Mental Strength in 2026 with Cooper Chapman

    EPISODE 257

    The 1% That Will Decide Your Mental Strength in 2026 with Cooper Chapman

    In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde is joined by former professional surfer and mental health advocate Cooper Chapman, founder of The Good Human Factory, for a grounded and practical conversation about mental health, resilience, and leadership in a high-pressure world. Cooper shares how personal loss, family experience, and years as an elite athlete shaped his commitment to mental health education. What began as a small school initiative has grown into a global wellbeing movement, a bestselling book (The 1% Good Club), corporate programs, and an invitation to speak at the United Nations. Together, Julie and Cooper explore why mental health is not something to fix when life falls apart, but something to strengthen daily through small, intentional habits. They unpack the power of the 1% rule. Just 14 minutes a day dedicated to mental wellbeing can significantly shift how leaders manage pressure, ambition, burnout, and identity. This episode dives into the link between self-leadership and mental resilience, the danger of tying identity to performance, and why adaptability, self-kindness, connection, and time in nature are essential practices for modern leaders. Cooper also reflects on what surfing taught him about failure, emotional regulation, and staying grounded when things do not go to plan. If you are a leader, high performer, or ambitious professional looking to build sustainable mental strength heading into 2026, this conversation offers perspective, calm, and practical insight without overwhelm. Topics Covered in This Episode Mental health and leadership in high-pressure environments The 1% rule and daily mental wellbeing habits Burnout, ambition, and identity Self-leadership and emotional resilience Failure, adaptability, and performance Mindfulness, gratitude, and micro habits The role of nature and connection in mental health Building mental strength before crisis hits   Time Stamps 00:00 Welcome and introduction01:05 Cooper’s background and early experiences with mental health04:20 How family loss shaped his interest in wellbeing07:30 The moment that sparked The Good Human Factory10:40 Building workshops, podcasting and educating thousands13:20 How The 1% Good Club was born17:50 Why 14 minutes a day can change your mental health20:10 Leadership, identity and the danger of tying worth to performance23:40 What surfing taught Cooper about failure and adaptability28:40 Self-talk, kindness and the relationship inside your head32:00 Ambition vs self-destruction and where people cross the line36:50 Habits that support mental resilience40:20 Nature, grounding and nervous system regulation43:30 The one behaviour people need to stop47:20 Small shifts and the power of 1%49:50 Final reflections and where to find Cooper’s work51:00 Outro and call to review the podcast   Links Connect with Julie:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/Instagram: @juliehydeleadsWebsite: https://juliehyde.com.au   Connect with Cooper:Website: https://www.thegoodhumanfactory.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cooperchapman/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cooper-chapman-08a278151/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    32 min
  3. When Life Forces You To Stop with Preeti Inchody

    EPISODE 258

    When Life Forces You To Stop with Preeti Inchody

    In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde is joined by Preeti Inchody for a deeply human conversation about what happens when life interrupts momentum and forces an unexpected pause. Preeti is an accomplished M&A advisor, known for operating at pace, leading with precision, and managing complexity with confidence. A simple accident during a family holiday changed everything. A fall resulted in multiple fractures, surgeries, and a long period of immobility that brought her professional and personal life to a sudden halt. This conversation explores what unfolded beyond the physical recovery. The shock of losing independence. The mental and emotional weight of slowing down when you are used to moving fast. The identity shift that occurs when productivity, control, and capability are stripped away. Julie and Preeti talk openly about surrendering control, asking for help, and navigating a season that could not be rushed or fixed. They also explore the unexpected clarity that emerged. A reassessment of boundaries. A quieter but stronger form of leadership. And a shift from proving to trusting. This episode is not about crisis or drama. It’s about awareness. It invites reflection on the pace we keep, the assumptions we make about strength, and what becomes possible when we listen before life forces us to. Conversation Talking Points A moment that instantly changed the pace of life Navigating shock, fear, and uncertainty The emotional impact of losing independence Identity when productivity is removed Letting go of control and accepting help Leadership during forced stillness Boundaries, clarity, and recalibration What slower seasons reveal about what matters   Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction01:05 Meet Preeti Inchody03:10 The accident that changed everything06:00 Facing the reality of surgeries and recovery08:50 The struggle with acceptance12:30 Losing independence and asking for help15:40 Reworking routine and mindset18:50 Letting go of control and trusting others23:30 How leadership shifted in this season27:20 Rediscovering intuition and clarity31:10 Boundaries, ambition, and identity35:20 Reflections for women who feel they cannot slow down38:00 Final reflections40:20 Episode wrap-up   Links:Learn more about my group coaching program here   Connect with Julie:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/Instagram: @juliehydeleadsWebsite: https://juliehyde.com.au   Connect with Preeti:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/preetiinchody/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    35 min
  4. Your First Hour Decides Who You Become. 3 Choices That Change Your Day

    EPISODE 259

    Your First Hour Decides Who You Become. 3 Choices That Change Your Day

    In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde explores one of the most underestimated drivers of self-leadership and emotional stability. The first hour of your day. This is not a conversation about rigid routines, early alarms, or aspirational morning habits that don’t survive real life. It’s a grounded look at how the way you begin your day quietly shapes your energy, focus, decision-making, and leadership identity. Julie shares a personal moment when her own morning routine slipped and the subtle but noticeable impact it had. Feeling scattered, reactive, and overwhelmed without a clear reason, until she recognised what had shifted. Her mornings were no longer hers. This episode invites reflection on how easily the first hour of the day is handed over to phones, calendars, and external demands. Julie reframes mornings not as productivity tools, but as a leadership anchor. A space to regulate your nervous system, reconnect with intention, and choose how you want to show up. Rather than offering a rigid formula, the conversation centres on three simple choices that can change the tone of your day. Choices that are realistic, repeatable, and designed to work alongside busy lives and leadership responsibilities. Conversation Talking Points Why the first hour of the day quietly sets the tone for everything that follows How early phone use shifts emotional state and focus The difference between goals, resolutions, and daily structure What happens when women lose the only quiet space they have A simple three-part way to think about mornings Emotional regulation and decision-making early in the day Identity, consistency, and why routines stick or fall away   Time Stamps 00:00 Welcome to the episode01:00 Why resolutions don’t last02:40 Goals versus routines04:00 Why the first hour of the day matters06:10 What most people do wrong in the morning08:00 When my own routine slipped11:30 How routines support emotional stability13:10 The science behind calmer mornings15:20 Protecting your mornings as a leader17:00 The three core choices that shape your day21:30 Making routines work in real life24:20 Identity-based routines26:00 Tracking how you feel, not perfection27:40 The question that reframes your entire day29:10 Closing   Links: Learn more about my group coaching program here   Connect with Julie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/Instagram: @juliehydeleadsWebsite: https://juliehyde.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    17 min
  5. Why Comfort Is Costing You More Than You Think with Dr Paul Taylor

    EPISODE 260

    Why Comfort Is Costing You More Than You Think with Dr Paul Taylor

    In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde is joined by Dr Paul Taylor for a grounded, practical conversation about a concept most people haven’t heard explained clearly. Hardiness. We talk about resilience constantly, but Paul offers something sharper and more useful. Psycho-physiological hardiness is the ability to grow through stress, not just survive it. It’s about building a mind and body that can handle the real world, not the cushioned version many of us are living in. Paul’s background is as credible as it gets. He’s a former Royal Navy air crew officer, trained in combat survival and resistance to interrogation, and holds postgraduate qualifications across psychology, exercise science, nutrition, and neuroscience. He’s also the author of Death by Comfort and his latest book, The Hardiness Effect. This is a conversation about the cost of modern comfort, the way our stress tolerance is quietly shrinking, and why strength is built through challenge, recovery, and meaningful discomfort. Julie and Paul explore the science behind why the right kind of stress can make us stronger, the difference between resilience and hardiness, and what leaders can do to build greater capacity in themselves, their teams, and the next generation. If you’re heading into 2026 wanting to feel clearer, stronger, and more capable, this episode will challenge your thinking in the best possible way. Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction and welcome01:10 Who is Dr Paul Taylor? Overview of his background03:00 Combat survival and resistance-to-interrogation training06:30 How that experience changed Paul’s perception of stress08:10 The science of hormesis. Why stress can be good for us10:40 Resilience vs hardiness. What’s the difference?14:10 What the research says about people high in hardiness16:40 Why Paul wrote The Hardiness Effect now19:10 The state of physical and mental health in Australia22:00 Mental health awareness and its unintended consequences25:00 The key mindset shift. Life is hard, and that’s not a problem28:00 Worthy opponents and Paul’s open-heart surgery story33:00 Raising hardy kids in a world of comfort and convenience37:10 What schools could be doing differently40:00 The media, “crisis” language and our barometer of difficulty43:00 Three practical ways to start building hardiness today49:00 Final reflections and where to find Paul’s work50:30 Outro and invitation to rate and review Links:Learn more about my group coaching program here Connect with Julie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/Instagram: @juliehydeleadsWebsite: https://juliehyde.com.au Connect with Dr Paul:Website: https://www.paultaylor.biz/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paultaylor1971/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paultaylor.biz/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thepaultaylorpodcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    30 min
  6. From Ideas to Impact: How a Book Builds Thought Leadership

    EPISODE 261

    From Ideas to Impact: How a Book Builds Thought Leadership

    In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde is joined by Jaqui Lane, business historian, author, and founder of The Book Advisor, for a grounded conversation about why writing a book remains one of the most powerful ways to build thought leadership and credibility. With more than 20 years in publishing and over 400 business books behind her, Jaqui brings rare clarity to what actually stops capable leaders from writing. It’s not confidence. It’s not talent. It’s a lack of structure, direction, and understanding who the book is really for. Julie and Jaqui explore the shift that happens when you stop writing for yourself and start writing for your audience. They talk about the fears that surface when people consider writing, the myths that keep books stuck in drawers, and the mistakes that cost time, energy, and momentum. This conversation also unpacks why a book is more than a personal milestone. It’s a strategic asset. One that can articulate your thinking, open doors, and position you as a trusted authority long after the writing is finished. If you’ve ever felt the pull to write a book, questioned whether you have something worth saying, or wondered if a book still matters in today’s content-heavy world, this episode will give you clarity and perspective without overwhelm. Conversation Talking Points Why so many leaders want to write a book but never begin The difference between expertise and clarity Writing for your audience, not your ego Common myths that derail first-time authors How a book builds authority without self-promotion The rise of self-publishing and owning your IP Imposter syndrome, visibility, and fear of judgement Why writing a book changes the author as much as the reader Time Stamps 00:00 Welcome and introduction01:20 Meet Jaqui Lane and her publishing background03:50 Why so many people want to write a book06:30 What actually stops people from starting09:10 Writing for your audience, not yourself12:20 The biggest mistakes new authors make15:40 How a book builds credibility and authority18:50 Books as strategic business assets22:30 Self-publishing, ownership, and industry shifts26:40 Imposter syndrome and fear of visibility30:20 Why writing a book changes the writer34:10 What to do if you feel the nudge to write37:40 Final reflections and where to find Jaqui39:00 Outro and closing   Links:Learn more about my group coaching program here Connect with Julie:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/Instagram: @juliehydeleadsWebsite: https://juliehyde.com.au   Connect with Jaqui:Website: https://thebookadviser.com.au/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thebookadviser3764LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaquilane/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    26 min
  7. The Style of Confidence: Bridget Bell on Embracing Your True Self

    EPISODE 262

    The Style of Confidence: Bridget Bell on Embracing Your True Self

    In this episode of Leading You, Julie Hyde is joined by Bridget Bell, celebrity stylist, personal stylist, and founder of Style Ambition, for a warm and honest conversation about confidence, identity, and the emotional side of getting dressed. With more than two decades in the fashion and television industry and over 150 celebrity shoots behind her, Bridget brings deep experience and relatability to the topic of personal style. Her work goes far beyond clothes. It’s about helping women feel seen, comfortable, and confident in who they are right now. Julie and Bridget explore how style often becomes tangled with self-doubt, body changes, and life transitions. They talk about why so many women hide behind “safe” outfits, hold onto clothes that no longer fit their lives, and delay investing in themselves until they feel “ready”. This conversation unpacks how thoughtful dressing can become a form of self-leadership. From capsule wardrobes and proportion to fit, colour, and illusion dressing, Bridget shares practical insight alongside deeply human reflections on ageing, weight fluctuation, and visibility. If you’ve ever stood in front of your wardrobe feeling frustrated, disconnected, or unsure of yourself, this episode will help you rethink style as a source of ease, confidence, and self-respect. Conversation Talking Points Why style feels emotionally vulnerable for many women Moving from fashion design into personal and TV styling The psychology of “safe” clothes and hiding in black Dressing the body you have, not the one you’re waiting for How wardrobes reflect identity and self-belief Capsule wardrobes that actually work in real life Proportion, fit, and illusion dressing Vulnerability, social media, and building confidence publicly Style as an expression of self-leadership Time Stamps 00:00 Welcome and introduction01:10 Meet Bridget Bell03:00 From fashion design to styling06:40 Television and celebrity work09:20 Style and vulnerability in leadership12:15 Creating a safe styling experience14:40 The “when I lose weight” mindset17:30 Dressing the body you have today19:50 Confidence and transformation22:30 Vulnerability on Instagram25:15 Proportion and illusion dressing28:40 Why clothes go unworn30:10 Building a functional capsule wardrobe33:20 Sizing, tailoring, and fit35:40 Celebrating 20 years in styling38:10 Final reflections39:30 Closing   LinksLearn more about my group coaching program here   Connect with Julie:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/Instagram: @juliehydeleadsWebsite: https://juliehyde.com.au   Connect with Bridget:Website: https://styleambition.com.au/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridgetbellstylist/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    25 min
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Want to know the secret to confident and successful leadership? Every week, Leading You showcases leadership of all kinds and you get the scoop on how to be an effective, modern leader who makes an impact. There’s one thing we all have in common. We’re all leaders. First and foremost, you’re a leader of you. You don’t need a title to be a leader. Leadership is a mindset which anyone can adopt to create influence. The more leaders the world has, the better it will be. I'll let you into something I know to be true - You can’t be a leader of others unless you’re a leader of self first. So if you want to have impact that leads to prosperity and happiness, it all starts with you. With your mindset and personal leadership toolbox, which Leading You will help you build up. Leading you is hosted by Julie Hyde, an entrepreneur, corporate drop out and passionate leader. Julie knows one thing: you can’t control what happens to you but you can control how you respond. It’s why Leading You is important. Each week, guests share their secret sauce. They reveal their roadmaps to success. How they’ve stayed anchored to who they are, insights into their courage and resilience and how to be emotionally and behaviourally agile. It’s a conversation, not an interrogation, and you’ll hear the human side of household names.  

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  • Creator
    Julie Hyde
  • Episodes
    100
  • Seasons
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Julie Hyde
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