The People Leaders Podcast

Jan and Michelle Terkelsen
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The People Leaders Podcast

The People Leaders Podcast is a resource for managers and business leaders creating high performing teams. Join leadership and team development experts Jan and Michelle Terkelsen each week and explore both subjects from every angle.Through practical tips, valuable insights, and compelling interviews with leadership experts around the world, you’ll learn how to bring out the best in your staff and how to give your best as a leader.We cover issues such as workplace communication, understanding the self and each other, the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), managing virtual teams, our very own High Performing Team Assessment Tool and much more.Our goal with the podcast is to reduce workplace stress and increase job satisfaction for leaders, managers and their teams worldwide.

  1. 17 MAR

    How to Find and Win Your Next Leadership Role With Richard Triggs

    Regardless of where you are on your leadership journey, this epsiode is guaranteed to help you progress your leadership journey and, importantly, set yourself up to win "your ideal role with your employer of choice." I had a fascinating chat with Richard Triggs, the founder and CEO of Arete Executive, an executive search and recruitment company based in Brisbane, Australia. We delved into Richard's extensive experience in placing executives in senior leadership roles and board positions, and discussed his books 'Uncover the Hidden Job Market' and 'Winning the War for Talent.'  We explored the intricacies of knowing when it's time for a career move, the importance of self-awareness for leaders, and specific strategies for excelling in job interviews. Additionally, Richard shares actionable advice for leveraging the "hidden job market" and emphasises ongoing personal development. This episode is packed with practical tips and deep insights for both job seekers and employers. Episode Highlights: 00:30 Richard Triggs' Background and Achievements02:07 The Importance of Authenticity in Leadership03:44 Recognising When It's Time for a Career Change14:21 Preparing for Job Interviews22:32 The Importance of Ongoing Education23:36 The Value of an MBA in Today's Market26:10 Skills Employers Look For30:31 Navigating the Hidden Job Market32:26 Effective Networking Strategies40:14 Coaching and Recruitment Tips42:10 Conclusion and Contact InformationUseful Links: Arete Executive Website - https://www.areteexecutive.com.au/ Richard Triggs on LinkedIn - https://au.linkedin.com/in/richardtriggs Uncover the Hidden Job Market Book - https://www.areteexecutive.com.au/uncover-the-hidden-job-market-book/ Get in touch with us at info@peopleleaders.com.au People Leaders Website - https://peopleleaders.com.au/ People Leaders on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/people-leaders-pty-ltd/ Connect with Jan Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janterkelsen/ Connect with Michelle Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-terkelsen-creating-high-performing-teams-a992744/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/people.leaders

    45 min

  2. 12 FEB

    5 Signs Your Team May Need an MBTI Workshop

    In this episode, I explore five key indicators that suggest your team may benefit from an MBTI (Myers-Briggs Type Indicator) workshop. Learn how communication breakdowns, lack of team cohesion, low motivation and engagement, constant decision-making conflicts, and unresolved workplace tension could be holding your team back.  Discover practical tips and success stories on how understanding personality dynamics through MBTI can enhance communication, teamwork, and overall workplace efficiency. If these issues sound familiar, it might be time to consider an MBTI workshop for your team. We’ve been delivering MBTI workshops, in person and online, in Australia and around the world, for over 25 years. If you’d like to discuss how an MBTI workshop might benefit your team, contact jan@peopleleaders.com.au or phone Jan on + 61 425 795 938.  Episode Highlights: 00:30 Introduction: Why Your Team Needs an MBTI Workshop00:52 Sign 1: Communication Breakdowns02:32 Sign 2: Lack of Team Cohesion03:53 Sign 3: Low Motivation and Engagement05:30 Sign 4: Constant Decision-Making Conflicts06:48 Sign 5: Unresolved Workplace Tension08:05 Conclusion: Transform Your Team with MBTIGet in touch with us at info@peopleleaders.com.au People Leaders Website - https://peopleleaders.com.au/ People Leaders on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/people-leaders-pty-ltd/ Connect with Jan Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janterkelsen/ Connect with Michelle Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-terkelsen-creating-high-performing-teams-a992744/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/people.leaders

    10 min

  3. 22 JAN

    Unlocking Leadership Potential: Simple Hacks for Busy Professionals

    As leaders we’re often focussed on the big things and may overlook the simple actions that can make a big difference, so in this episode, I share simple and practical leadership strategies tailored for busy professionals. From learning the art of delegation to implementing the two-minute rule, making meetings more efficient, and using time-independent communication tools, these hacks aim to enhance productivity without adding to your workload. Join me as I explore actionable tips backed by research to help you simplify your tasks and lead more effectively. Episode Highlights: 00:30 Choose One Leadership Hack01:18 The Art of Delegation03:04 The Two-Minute Rule04:04 Effective Meetings05:19 The 80/20 Rule05:59 Time-Independent Communication07:42 Move into Action Useful Links: Get in touch with us at info@peopleleaders.com.au People Leaders Website - https://peopleleaders.com.au/ People Leaders on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/people-leaders-pty-ltd/ Connect with Jan Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janterkelsen/ Connect with Michelle Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-terkelsen-creating-high-performing-teams-a992744/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/people.leaders

    8 min

  4. 15 JAN

    Why Leaders Should Create a Support Network

    A support network is one of the most powerful tools in any leader’s arsenal—but it’s often overlooked. It’s important to note that a support network is very different from a general “network” and worlds apart from “networking,” which often brings to mind uncomfortable events full of professionals hunting for their next client or opportunity. Instead, think of your support network as a carefully built community where you exchange ideas, guidance, and encouragement to grow both personally and professionally. While some networks form naturally, the most successful leaders take intentional steps to foster supportive relationships with their peers. In this epsiode, we explore the incredible benefits of having a strong support network and introduce our exciting new initiative: Leadership for Life. This program is designed to help ambitious, career-focused leaders like you access the support they need to excel both professionally and personally. Learn more about Leadership for Life at https://peopleleaders.com.au/community. Episode Highlights: 00:30 Shifting Perspectives on Networking00:35 The Importance of Networking for Leaders01:12 Reducing Isolation Through Support Networks03:03 Benefits of Diverse Perspectives05:49 Professional Growth and Development09:31 Emotional Support and Resilience10:33 Giving Back Through Support Networks12:59 Feedback Helps us Thrive14:54 Launching Leadership for Life16:41 Final Thoughts and Call to ActionUseful Links: Get in touch with us at info@peopleleaders.com.au People Leaders Website - https://peopleleaders.com.au/ People Leaders on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/people-leaders-pty-ltd/ Connect with Jan Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janterkelsen/ Connect with Michelle Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-terkelsen-creating-high-performing-teams-a992744/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/people.leaders

    18 min

  5. 20/12/2024

    Key Takeaways from 2024: Insights on Self-Leadership and Personal Growth

    I’ve put together a short wrap-up video of 2024 where you can learn valuable insights about self-leadership and personal growth to help you end the year on a high note… Explore important questions like 'Who do I need to be?' in various interactions and how changing behaviors and habits can impact your life. Discover the significance of setting an environment, making conscious choices, and maintaining habits to facilitate change. Understand the power of acceptance, asking powerful questions, and the necessity to lead yourself through familiar and unfamiliar challenges. Additionally, get a sneak peek into our new community launching next year focused on self-leadership, community support, coaching, and accountability. Lastly, gain communication tips like the 'three gates of communication' to navigate difficult conversations effectively. All this and more in less than 11 minutes! Click the video below to watch it now. Episode Highlights: 00:00 Who do I need to be?00:42 Changing behaviour02:27 What habit could you replace right now?03:53 The power of acceptance07:32 Self Leadership08:28 Community09:39 The three gates of communicationUseful Links: Get in touch with us at info@peopleleaders.com.au People Leaders Website - https://peopleleaders.com.au/ People Leaders on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/people-leaders-pty-ltd/ Connect with Jan Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janterkelsen/ Connect with Michelle Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-terkelsen-creating-high-performing-teams-a992744/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/people.leaders

    12 min

  6. 05/11/2024

    Why Being Vulnerable Makes You a Better Leader

    In this episode, we explore the critical role of vulnerability in effective leadership. Drawing on studies from Harvard Business Review and the Academy of Management Journal, we highlight how vulnerability can enhance trust, collaboration, and bottom-line results.  Through real-world stories and experiences, we discuss the transformation that occurs in teams when leaders openly share their intentions, admit mistakes, and embrace innovation.  We also delve into the misconceptions around vulnerability, outlining its benefits in fostering creativity, authentic leadership, and organisational resilience. We challenge leaders to start incorporating vulnerability into their interactions. Episode Highlights: 00:30 The Power of Vulnerability in Leadership01:25 Building Trust Through Vulnerability04:40 Vulnerability and Innovation06:44 Resilience Through Vulnerability09:24 Authentic Leadership and Employee Engagement16:06 Practical Tips for Embracing VulnerabilityUseful Links: Get in touch with us at info@peopleleaders.com.au People Leaders Website - https://peopleleaders.com.au/ People Leaders on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/people-leaders-pty-ltd/ Connect with Jan Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janterkelsen/ Connect with Michelle Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-terkelsen-creating-high-performing-teams-a992744/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/people.leaders

    18 min

  7. 31/10/2024

    Combating Workplace Stress with Vedic Meditation: An Interview with Brett Jarman

    Workplace stress, resilience, psychological safety… These are all buzzwords that have gained increasing attention in recent years. And rightly so.  We spend a huge proportion of our time at the workplace, so it’s critical that we do our best to keep stress to a minimum. But who is actually responsible for this? Our guest on the podcast this week says the burden of responsibility is shared, and proposes meditation as a solution that can have a huge impact on stress, not just from within the workplace, but also the stresses that naturally make their way into the workplace from “outside.” Brett Jarman is a Vedic Meditation teacher, and has practised the technique every day, without exception, for more than 33 years. (We, Jan and Michelle, have also been practising the technique for the same period of time). As a business consultant, mentor, and business mastermind group facilitator, Brett’s also well versed in the impacts of stress in the workplace.  He is also Jan’s husband 🙂, and is very active behind the scenes in our business, so is very familiar with the world of leaders and managers. He says meditation, and Vedic Meditation in particular, is not just a personal pursuit; it’s a transformative tool that can profoundly benefit the workplace environment. Episode Highlights: 00:30 Introduction to the Interview01:25 Understanding Stress in the Workplace04:23 The Contagion of Stress05:18 Identifying Signs of Stress05:26 The Role of Good Stress08:45 Stress and Employee Roles12:09 Benefits of Meditation in the Workplace16:00 Personal Benefits of Meditation17:19 Understanding Baseline Happiness19:05 Different Types of Meditation22:45 The Science Behind Meditation23:32 Learning Vedic Meditation26:05 Teaching Meditation in Workplaces27:46 Current Projects and Future Plans29:29 Conclusion and Contact InformationUseful Links: The Meditation People website - https://themeditationpeople.com Brett Jarman on Instagram - https://instagram.com/brettjarman Brett Jarman on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brettjarman/  Get in touch with us at info@peopleleaders.com.au People Leaders Website - https://peopleleaders.com.au/ People Leaders on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/people-leaders-pty-ltd/ Connect with Jan Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janterkelsen/ Connect with Michelle Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-terkelsen-creating-high-performing-teams-a992744/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/people.leaders

    29 min

  8. 23/10/2024

    Your Personality Has the Biggest Impact on How You Lead

    As a leader it can be tempting to point to team members as being responsible for team performance issues. Sometimes this is the case, but more often than not, we see a failure on the part of the leader to take different personality styles and preferences into account.  This is actually the primary job of a leader, and what sets leadership responsibilities apart from individual contributor responsibilities, so in this episode, we delve into how your personality profoundly impacts your leadership style and effectiveness.  We explore introversion and extroversion, sensorial vs. intuitive information processing, logical vs. feeling decision-making, and structured vs. flexible approaches.  By understanding and balancing these preferences, leaders can enhance their ability to connect with their team, make better decisions, and ultimately achieve greater success. Even better, they can teach their team how to do the same Join us as we share insightful examples and practical strategies for growing into a more self-aware and adaptable leader. Episode Highlights: 00:30 Understanding the Impact of Personality on Leadership00:58 Introversion vs. Extroversion in Leadership02:00 Adapting Leadership Styles for Team Effectiveness03:17 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership04:50 Sensing vs. Intuition: Information Preferences08:38 Balancing Task and People Focus in Decision-Making11:04 Judging vs. Perceiving: Flexibility in Leadership14:27 The Path to Psychological Maturity and Effective LeadershipUseful Links: Get in touch with us at info@peopleleaders.com.au People Leaders Website - https://peopleleaders.com.au/ People Leaders on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/people-leaders-pty-ltd/ Connect with Jan Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janterkelsen/ Connect with Michelle Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-terkelsen-creating-high-performing-teams-a992744/ Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/people.leaders

    16 min
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The People Leaders Podcast is a resource for managers and business leaders creating high performing teams. Join leadership and team development experts Jan and Michelle Terkelsen each week and explore both subjects from every angle.Through practical tips, valuable insights, and compelling interviews with leadership experts around the world, you’ll learn how to bring out the best in your staff and how to give your best as a leader.We cover issues such as workplace communication, understanding the self and each other, the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), managing virtual teams, our very own High Performing Team Assessment Tool and much more.Our goal with the podcast is to reduce workplace stress and increase job satisfaction for leaders, managers and their teams worldwide.

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  • Creator
    Jan and Michelle Terkelsen
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    163
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 The People Leaders Podcast
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