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Open Diaries
by Ali&Ameen
Stories are the building blocks of who we are, our values and our mission. At Open Diaries, we discover the stories of our incredible guests, who are all exceptional in their own way. We hope that by delving into their stories, we can gain a deeper understanding of the stories we tell ourselves, and ultimately answer the question of how we ended up where we are.
Episodes
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#25 - The Sleep Expert: The One Thing You Should Do To Get Better Sleep! - Michael Gradisar
In today's episode, we venture into the mysterious realm of sleep with Michael Gradisar, the Head of Sleep at 'Sleep Cycle' – an app trusted by over 2 million users worldwide. As a recognized authority in his field, Michael highlights the paramount importance of sleep and underscores the need for…
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#24 - The Emotions Expert: This Secret Will Free You from Shame and Childhood Traumas (A Must-Listen) - Nathan Jones
In this enlightening episode, we dive deep with Nathan Jones, founder of the Mood Institute and TEDx speaker with over 21 years of experience in the communications field. Recognized as an Emotions Researcher, Nathan's groundbreaking work has been prominently featured in major media outlets,...
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#23 - Behind the Entrepreneur: Unraveling Connor O'Rourke's Multi-continental Story and Childhood Experiences
In an ecosystem where 90% of startups falter, Connor O'Rourke stands tall as an emblem of perseverance and innovation. This episode delves deep into the fabric of what makes Connor tick.From being crowned Entrepreneur of the Year in 2023 in South Australia to his recognition as one of the "40…
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#22- Why Space Exploration Is a Necessity - Sushil Karam
Join us for a journey into the mind of Sushil Karam, a leader with an impressive 20 year career in business strategy, commercial marketing, and research. In this episode, we go beyond the titles and achievements, uncovering the person behind the professional facade.We delve into Sushil's…
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#21 - From Childhood Curiosity to Executive Coaching: How to Master Executive Leadership with Rebecca Christianson
Unlock the journey of resilience and self-discovery with our latest guest, Rebecca Christianson, renowned executive coach and founder of Thriving People Consulting. This episode takes a deep dive into Rebecca's extraordinary childhood influenced by thought leaders like Dr. Wayne Dyer and Marianne...
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#20 - How Naivety Can Be Your Best Asset, Fighting Period Poverty and Shattering Stigma with Eloise Hall
Welcome to a riveting episode of Open Diaries where we sit down with Eloise Hall, the formidable co-founder and managing director of TABOO. Dedicated to eradicating period poverty, Eloise's story speaks volumes about the power of purpose-driven entrepreneurship.With a degree in Business and...
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#19 - Top Government Executive Director on overcoming fears, finding happiness through service and discovering your tribe - Alison Lloydd-Wright
Join us in this compelling episode as we dive deep into the life and career of Alison LLoydd-Wright, the dynamic Government Executive Director. In a heart-to-heart conversation, Alison reminisces about her formative years, revealing how her humble childhood influenced her life path and instilled…
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#18 - Top Executive Coach on the Impact of Childhood, Common Executives' Limiting Beliefs and Escaping Mediocrity - Puneet Sachdev
Join us in our latest episode as we welcome Puneet Sanchev, an award-winning, globally experienced, senior human capital and digital change leader. Puneet is renowned for his commitment to fostering inclusive and innovative workplace cultures, his focus on People Analytics, Change Management, and...
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#17 - One of Australia's Top Engineers on Dealing with Difficulties, the Power of Authenticity and Choices - Nick Fleming
In this episode, we're delighted to welcome Dr. Nick Fleming, a celebrated global strategist, and founding director of Innergise. Known for his knack for bringing clarity amidst complexity across various sectors, Nick is also a highly respected thought leader and award-winning mentor. His...
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#16 - Unleashing Students Success: James Martin's Mission, Overcoming Entrepreneurship Challenges, Life Philosophy, and the Definition of Success
In this inspiring episode, join us as we delve into the world of international student challenges, entrepreneurship, and the pursuit of success with James Martin, the founder of Insider Guides—a media company dedicated to supporting international students in Australia. James opens up about his...
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#15 - From Sky High to Real Life: A Paratrooper's Guide to Life with John McGlothin
Welcome to the latest episode of Open Diaries, where we dive deep into the minds of exceptional individuals to bring you their unique life stories, experiences, and wisdom. In this thrilling episode, we're joined by John McGlothin, a former military paratrooper and author of the eye-opening book,...
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#14 - From Heartache to Harmony: Sophie Bretag's Journey to Becoming the Kindness Mentor
In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the inspiring story of Sophie Bretag, the Kindness Mentor who has dedicated her life to fostering empathy and compassion in the workplace. Growing up amidst adversity, Sophie shares her personal journey of overcoming hardship and how it shaped her...
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#13 - Love More: Overcoming Divorce and Finding Self-Love with Lisa Sarayeldin
In this episode, we speak with Lisa Sarayeldin, author of "Love More," a book about self-love and overcoming divorce. Lisa shares her personal journey of going through the hardest time of her life - her divorce - and how she was able to find self-love through the process.Lisa explains that...
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#12 - Why We Need Courageous Leaders More Than Ever with Ally Nitscheke
In this episode, we speak with Ally Nitschke, a leadership expert and the author of "The Rise of the Courageous Leader." Ally shares her insights on the three pillars of leadership: self-awareness, team awareness, and organisational awareness. Ally explains that self-awareness is the foundation…
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#11 - Finding Home in Art: Justyna Jochym’s Journey from a Migrant to the CEO of Festival City Adelaide
Justyna Jochym is a powerful and inspiring figure in the arts community, whose journey as a migrant has deeply influenced her advocacy for artists and their vital role in society. As the CEO of Festival City Adelaide, Justyna understands the emotional toll of leaving one's home behind and…
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#10 - Dr Gemma Munro on lifting the blankets we have placed on our light
Society’s expectations and life’s challenges dim the lights we all have within us. The expectations and challenges steal pieces of us, and we carry on with life not feeling whole. Gemma is an expert in lighting up leaders. Through her expertise, she helps us lift the blankets we have placed over...
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#9 - Chris Kwong on life as a son of a refugee, leadership and coming out to his family
We all are on a quest to find our purpose. But for some of us, our purpose is determined long before we set foot in this life. This was the case for Chris. Today, Chris works at Red Cross, the organisation that once extended a helping hand to Chris's mom, who escaped the Vietnam War. In this...
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#8 - Stephan Knoll on Life, Fears and Death - Part 2
In our part 1 episode, Stephan Knoll shared intriguing stories across different areas of his life, from politics and family to business and leadership. In this part of the episode, part 2, we delve deep to hear about his personal life and core beliefs to uncover the human behind the title. We...
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#7 - Stephan Knoll on Politics, Family and Business - Part 1
Privilege, or in layman's terms, "the head start in life," is generally hard to grasp if you haven't had it taken away. And what's more of a privilege than being a minister? Growing up in a reputable family with a well-established business might make you think that's a privilege, but it's merely...
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#6 - Dorodea De Blasio on gratitude and goal setting in our lives
As a people leader at one of the most globally known organisations, Coca-Cola Amatil, Dorodea brings a refreshing and unique perspective to leadership whilst combining her passion for coaching teams and corporate finance experience gained at Coca-Cola Amatil for over a decade. In this episode,...
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#5 - Toni Everard on the impact of unconscious decisions in leadership
In this episode, Toni shares with us some of the most practical and proven techniques to catch those unconscious decisions that we make every day in our personal lives and professional environments. She highlights the significance of self-awareness on a much deeper neurological level and how it…
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#4 - Brad Ebert on life after sport and purpose - Part 2
In this episode of our 2 part series with Brad Ebert, we delve deep into the key life lessons Brad learnt on the pitch and how some of which have served him in the business world, while others acted against him. Retiring at 31 may seem like a great way to kick-off life in your 30's, but in…
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#3 - Brad Ebert on life after sport and the importance of trust in leadership - Part 1
From turning childhood dreams and pipe dreams into reality, Brad had nothing given to him as a football player or entrepreneur, if anything, he had a bigger responsibility and social expectation to perform and lead by example. Brad followed his childhood dream of becoming a professional football...
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#2 - Susie Jones on how authentic leadership drives innovation in organisations
Susie is passionate about exploring ideas that create net new value for our society., regardless of how big or small, the ideas may be. She has had the privilege to lead a diverse team of thinkers as an Innovation Manager with SA Water, which serves as a critical infrastructure provider today in...
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#1 - Liz O'Connell on lessons learned as a leader and fundamentals of great leadership
Liz is driven by a passion for empowering people to live independent and prosperous lives. She has held various leadership positions throughout her career, from her current role, as an Executive Director at ZED Consulting, all the way through to being an Advisory Board member for multiple...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Stories are the building blocks of who we are, our values and our mission. At Open Diaries, we discover the stories of our incredible guests, who are all exceptional in their own way. We hope that by delving into their stories, we can gain a deeper understanding of the stories we tell ourselves, and ultimately answer the question of how we ended up where we are.
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Ali&Ameen
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Stories are the building blocks of who we are, our values and our mission. At Open Diaries, we discover the stories of our incredible guests, who are all exceptional in their own way. We hope that by delving into their stories, we can gain a deeper understanding of the stories we tell ourselves,...
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