Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Janine Garner ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://janinegarner.com.au/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [I'm not a doctor](https://janinegarner.com.au/im-not-a-doctor/) - I stood in front of a room full of clinicians and told them straight up - I'm not one of you. A client I've mentored for years, the kind of relationship that's outlasted a couple of my own reinventions, had asked me to keynote at the Non-Surgical Symposium. Every person in that room had spent - [Stop selling by the hour.](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-selling-by-the-hour/) - A few years ago, I had a conversation with my mentor that changed how I think about business. I still come back to it constantly. At the time, I was doing what I always did. Talking products. I come from a traditional marketing background, so my instinct is to look at the offers, line them - [The thinking trap](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-thinking-trap/) - Most people don't have a capability problem. They have an execution problem. I see it constantly. Smart, experienced people - decades of proven work behind them, real results for the clients they serve - who are nowhere near as far ahead as they should be. And it's almost never because they aren't good enough. The - [42 posts](https://janinegarner.com.au/42-posts/) - Overnight success is a lie. Or at least, it's never the whole story. If you've had the radio on lately, you've probably heard Alex Warren. And if radio isn't your thing, his rise has been hard to miss on TikTok and Instagram. His songs "Ordinary" and "Eternity" have been topping charts, and his first album - [So, something broke](https://janinegarner.com.au/so-something-broke/) - So, something broke. Not the business. Not a deal. My knee. Well - a knee ligament, to be exact. When we set big goals, there's a nagging fear that sits in the back of our minds. What happens if it all breaks? If it comes crashing down and we're back at square one? You can - [The Museum Of Passion Projects](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-museum-of-passion-projects/) - John Collison, the co-founder of Stripe, tweeted back in 2022, and it surfaced again recently when I was reading a piece by Tyler Hogge on the role of intensity in building exceptional businesses. The tweet: "As you become an adult, you realize that things around you weren't just always there; people made them happen. But - [The Art of Influence – Unlocking Your Voice for Impact](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-art-of-influence-unlocking-your-voice-for-impact/) - The Art of Influence – Unlocking Your Voice for Impact Discover how high achievers can craft their messages with authenticity, precision, and influence. Remona Moodley shares her journey from engineer to world-class speaker, emphasizing that influence is rooted in authentic packaging and confident delivery. In this episode: Remona's non-linear journey from engineering to Miss World - [Hat, haircut, or tattoo?](https://janinegarner.com.au/hat-haircut-or-tattoo/) - "It's a hat. I have been treating it like a tattoo." That sentence has been doing real work in my head since one of my Inner Circle clients said it to me last week. We were on a call. She had been wrestling with a decision for a few months. Pros lists. Budget projections. Conversations - [Leading Through Inflection Points: A Conversation with Chris Power](https://janinegarner.com.au/leading-through-inflection-points-a-conversation-with-chris-power/) - In this episode, we explore the critical leadership shifts needed during times of rapid change and uncertainty. Chris Power, a seasoned leadership coach and author of "Inflection Leadership," shares practical insights on how leaders can navigate inflection points with resilience, purpose, and strategic clarity. Key Topics: The concept of inflection leadership and its significance in - [Who's actually in your corner?](https://janinegarner.com.au/whos-actually-in-your-corner/) - The myth that success is built alone is finally cracking. Good riddance. I've written two best-selling books on the back of this idea, and I'll keep saying it. The people around you are not a nice-to-have. They are the strategy. Your network is your net worth. It is the very thing that amplifies everything. In - [Who's actually running your week?](https://janinegarner.com.au/whos-actually-running-your-week/) - Who is actually running your week right now? Is it you? Or is it your inbox, your clients, and a calendar that has quietly started making decisions on your behalf? Be honest. Every notification that pings. Every "quick" call that lands. Every Slack, email, DM. You start the week with intention. By Wednesday you are - [What Carter taught me on Sunday](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-carter-taught-me-on-sunday/) - Twelve months ago, my son Carter wrote a goal down. Make 1st XV in his final year of school rugby. Not a wish. Not a maybe. A written, committed, eyes-on-it goal. He made the team. And on Sunday, he played a trial game against one of the biggest rugby schools in NSW. Bragging rights moment - [Janine Garner Commercialising Expertise: How Women Build Independent Consulting Practices](https://janinegarner.com.au/34759-2/) - Commercialising professional expertise for women building independent consulting practices requires more than marketing tactics. Janine Garner, a business mentor with 15 years of independent practice and a former group marketing director for the Oroton Group, works with women over 40 who have left corporate careers and consistently underprice decades of accumulated capability. For experienced professional - [The leads feel slow](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-leads-feel-slow/) - Something keeps coming up in my conversations lately. In my DMs. On calls. In the replies that land in my inbox at odd hours from people who are clearly sitting with something they can't quite shake. The market is harder right now. Cost of living has changed buying decisions. The economy has shifted in ways - [She worked for free. Again.](https://janinegarner.com.au/she-worked-for-free-again/) - "Focus on impact and the income will follow." Sounds generous. Maybe even wise. It's not. And I say that as someone genuinely known for my generosity - so hear me out. I have watched brilliant women break themselves trying to prove that idea true. Women who came out of corporate with serious credentials. Who ran - [Sucking it up is f*cking it up.](https://janinegarner.com.au/sucking-it-up-is-fcking-it-up/) - A lot of us have been running on empty for longer than we'd like to admit. Not the dramatic kind of empty - the quiet, grinding kind. Where you keep showing up, keep delivering, keep saying yes. And somewhere in all that ‘keeping-going’, you start to wonder if this is just... it. Sucking it up - [From Invisible to Unstoppable: Menopause, Midlife & the Leadership Edge with Karen Stein](https://janinegarner.com.au/from-invisible-to-unstoppable-menopause-midlife-the-leadership-edge-with-karen-stein/) - What if the stage of life most women are quietly suffering through is actually their leadership superpower? In this episode, Janine sits down with Karen Stein — executive coach, keynote speaker, author of Be Your Own Leadership Coach, and certified Menopause Champion — for an honest, commercial, and deeply needed conversation about menopause in the - [Who Told You That You Couldn't Charge More?](https://janinegarner.com.au/who-told-you-that-you-couldnt-charge-more/) - At some point, someone told you what you were worth and somewhere along the way, you believed them. There's a phrase I've been trying to ban in my house. "It's not that deep." My kids use it when I get passionate about something they'd rather not discuss. It's shorthand for: Mum, you care too much, - [Stop. You're Due A Love Letter](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-youre-due-a-love-letter/) - You wouldn't speak to a client the way you speak to yourself. Just quietly noting that. We are ruthless with ourselves. Forget the small stuff - the laundry left in the machine, the email sent with a typo. We breeze past those. It's the big ones we save our real cruelty for. The launch that - [Why your best clients will never come from cold](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-your-best-clients-will-never-come-from-cold/) - Where did your best clients come from? Not your average clients. Your best ones - the ones who pay well, stay long, refer often, and make the work feel worth it. I’ve asked this question in rooms full of experienced consultants, advisors and coaches for years. And the answer is almost always the same. Sometimes - [Why empty pipelines have nothing to do with your ability](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-empty-pipelines-have-nothing-to-do-with-your-ability/) - The pipeline is quiet again. You refresh your inbox. Nothing. You tell yourself it's a slow patch. That the right client is coming. That your work speaks for itself. But underneath that there's a knot in your stomach that's been there a while. Because the leads aren't coming. The sales conversations are thin. And the - [Don’t You Dare Tell Me ‘Happy International Women’s Day’ This Year](https://janinegarner.com.au/dont-you-dare-tell-me-happy-international-womens-day-this-year/) - On the 8th of March, the world will be celebrating International Women’s Day. There will be pink cupcakes. Branded hashtags. Corporate breakfasts where men speak about women’s empowerment. And far too many female experts asked to speak for “exposure” at events that generate revenue and reputational glory for everyone but them. You may think that - [A Book Multiplied My Business. Here’s Why.](https://janinegarner.com.au/a-book-multiplied-my-business-heres-why/) - I’ve written three best-selling books. And I’m currently in discussions about releasing a second edition of one of them. Books have been one of the most powerful positioning tools in my career. They’ve opened global stages. Multiplied my visibility. Strengthened my credibility. Extended my ideas far beyond the rooms I physically walk into. They have - [Why “How” Is Letting So Many Smart Women Down](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-how-is-letting-so-many-smart-women-down/) - There’s a question I keep sensing beneath the planning sessions, the strategy decks, the revenue targets, and the quiet pressure to have it all worked out. It rarely gets asked out loud. How do we keep moving forward when everything feels uncertain? Not just in business, but in the world. Last December at the Elevate - [You’re Not Invisible. You’re Unpositioned.](https://janinegarner.com.au/youre-not-invisible-youre-unpositioned/) - There’s a massive difference between posting online and being positioned. Most people don’t realise that until they’re deep in the cycle. You’re showing up consistently, sharing valuable content, putting your face on camera, offering tips, telling stories, trying to “stay visible”… and still, the leads arrive like a slow drip from a faulty tap. An - [Why Existing Online Feels… Meh](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-existing-online-feels-meh/) - I read an article recently that hit me right between the eyes. It was titled "High-Bandwidth Humans Fail Online" by Wout van Helvoirt – and it didn’t just make me stop scrolling. It named something I’ve felt for a while but hadn’t yet found the words for. It spoke to how digital platforms are designed - [I Looked the Part. But Something Was Missing.](https://janinegarner.com.au/i-looked-the-part-but-something-was-missing/) - Yep, you read that right - my very first speaking gig, and something was missing. Now, this isn’t a horror story filled with catastrophe and chaos. But it is one of those moments I’ll never forget. I walked into the room looking the part. Slides? Polished. Outfit? Nailed. Notes? Rehearsed to death. On paper, I - [Stop Being the World’s Best Kept Secret](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-being-the-worlds-best-kept-secret/) - There is a quiet frustration I see again and again in capable, intelligent, values-driven people. They are excellent at what they do. They get results. They change lives, teams, and organisations. And yet, far too often, they are invisible. Not because they lack skill or experience, but because they are waiting to be discovered. Hoping - [Not a resolution. A standard.](https://janinegarner.com.au/not-a-resolution-a-standard/) - There’s something powerful about this time of year. The world gets loud with goals, resolutions, and promises that feel shiny on the surface… but hollow underneath. So many people set intentions that never make it past January. Not because they lack discipline, but because they were built for performance, not truth. I don’t do resolutions. - [Success Belongs To Those Who Don’t Stop](https://janinegarner.com.au/success-belongs-to-those-who-dont-stop/) - In the first week of December, I found myself driving to Thredbo to support my daughter Taya as she attempted her first ever 50km ultra marathon. Until that moment, the longest distance she had ever run was a Tough Mudder race. She had made the decision six months earlier, full of fire and good intentions. - [Questions To Start Your 2026 With Curiosity](https://janinegarner.com.au/questions-to-start-your-2026-with-curiosity/) - As we kick off 2026, I find many leaders and business owners standing at a familiar crossroads. They have worked hard. They have stayed visible. They have kept showing up even when the market felt tight and unpredictable. And yet, there is a quiet question lingering beneath the surface. Is what I am doing still - [Glimmers from 2025](https://janinegarner.com.au/glimmers-from-2025/) - Time flies when you’re being pulled in every direction as a business owner, a leader, and, let’s face it, a real-life superhero. But in all the busy-ness, we often miss something truly important. The magic. For those who’ve been with me for a while, you might have heard me talk about glimmer moments. And at - [What Makes Your Favourite Place Special?](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-makes-your-favourite-place-special/) - Let's play a little game. I want you to think of your favourite place. Something along the lines of your favourite restaurant, bookstore, or cafe. A place where you interact with other people. Have you got it pictured in your mind? Okay, now I want you to think about all of the places that could - [Do You Truly Value Yourself?](https://janinegarner.com.au/do-you-truly-value-yourself-2/) - If you emphatically said YES to the subject line above, then I want to ask you one question that digs deeper. If you truly value yourself, WHY ARE YOU STILL DISCOUNTING YOUR SERVICES? I've spoken to so many people recently who are discounting their services out of fear that no one will buy from them - [You're Not a Prompt – You're the Magic](https://janinegarner.com.au/youre-not-a-prompt-youre-the-magic/) - Let’s just say it - AI’s having its moment. Everywhere you look, there’s another hack, another productivity cheat code, another “shortcut” to building your business without breaking a sweat. But what no one wants to admit – when you rely on AI to do your thinking, your writing, your strategy… you’re not shortcutting. You’re disappearing. - [Stillness isn’t failure. It’s preparation.](https://janinegarner.com.au/stillness-isnt-failure-its-preparation/) - Growth doesn’t always arrive wrapped in clarity or applause. Sometimes, it’s quiet. Sometimes, it’s disguised as chaos. You get launched forward in your business, and suddenly the numbers drop, your inbox grows still, or the energy feels heavy. It’s easy in those moments to question EVERYTHING. The work. The timing. Even yourself. Growth rarely moves - [Intuition as Your Edge: Smarter Leadership with Chandu Bickford](https://janinegarner.com.au/intuition-as-your-edge-smarter-leadership-with-chandu-bickford/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Spreadsheets tell you what is, but intuition whispers what's next. And that whisper? It's worth more than any data point you'll ever analyse. I'm not talking woo or guesswork here. I'm talking about - [Being Ghosted? How To Turn Silence into Momentum](https://janinegarner.com.au/being-ghosted-how-to-turn-silence-into-momentum/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Let’s talk about that all-too-familiar business gut punch: you send a killer proposal, wait for the “yes” and get nothing but radio silence. Ghosting. It’s frustrating, it’s awkward and it can leave you - [Are you guilty of the ghost?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-guilty-of-the-ghost/) - Recently, I’ve been talking about ghosts. Maybe it was Halloween getting the better of me, or maybe it’s an increasing problem in business. Getting the ghosts out of inboxes is something I’ll be talking about next week as part of the LinkedIn training I’m running with Karen Tisdell, but what if you’re guilty of being - [How to Tell Brilliant Stories in a World Obsessed with AI with Gabrielle Dolan](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-tell-brilliant-stories-in-a-world-obsessed-with-ai-with-gabrielle-dolan/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Every conversation these days seems to revolve around Artificial Intelligence. Chatbots, deep fakes and the perpetual question of whether robots will eventually take over our jobs (or possibly even our very souls!) Yet, - [Success isn’t found in adding more. It’s found in letting go.](https://janinegarner.com.au/success-isnt-found-in-adding-more-its-found-in-letting-go/) - I’ve just come back from hosting one of my favourite events of the year - a business retreat in beautiful Queensland. Thirteen powerhouse women. All with different businesses. All carving their own paths. All brave enough to stop and ask, ‘What’s next for me?’ We workshopped strategy by the pool. We swam. We walked the - [I wasn’t ready. But I said yes anyway](https://janinegarner.com.au/i-wasnt-ready-but-i-said-yes-anyway/) - We all like to think that when the moment for change arrives, we’ll just know. The timing will be right. The conditions will be perfect. The path will unfold in front of us like something out of a movie montage. But that’s not how it works. Life doesn’t wait for your calendar to clear or - [Red Brick Thinking: How to make space, find focus & move forward](https://janinegarner.com.au/red-brick-thinking-how-to-make-space-find-focus-move-forward/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au You're drowning in obligations, tasks and responsibilities that multiply faster than you can clear them. More meetings, more projects, more commitments and somehow, you're still not getting ahead. I’m sure we’ve all been - [“Better” is broken – so let’s redefine it](https://janinegarner.com.au/better-is-broken-so-lets-redefine-it/) - “Be the best version of yourself.” Sounds inspiring. Until it becomes just another stick to beat yourself with. But what does “better” actually look like in business? Because if it means doing more, hustling harder, chasing likes and comparing your every move to people you’ve never met online…then “better” is broken. Better isn’t about more. - [What HYROX Taught Me About Business: The 5-Minute Shift That Changed Everything](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-hyrox-taught-me-about-business-the-5-minute-shift-that-changed-everything/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Picture this: 8:00 AM on a Saturday, I'm standing in eye-popping hot pink gear looking more like a vibrant piece of salmon than a fitness warrior, about to tackle HYROX for the second - [Own Your Positioning. Amplify Your Impact.](https://janinegarner.com.au/own-your-positioning-amplify-your-impact/) - A few years ago, the principal of my son’s school handed each graduating student a white stone, a simple symbol with a powerful message. He told them, “Your names aren’t written on these stones. Your journey of self-discovery is only just beginning. You have the chance to shape who you want to become – to - [Failure. Doubt. And why I didn’t stop.](https://janinegarner.com.au/failure-doubt-and-why-i-didnt-stop/) - There was a time when I felt completely invisible. In corporate, I was the senior executive “with a seat at the table” - but not really. I fought every day to be recognised for the expertise and value I brought. I was overlooked, undermined, and bullied by people who had more power and louder voices. - [Nobody Else Can Offer What YOU Do](https://janinegarner.com.au/nobody-else-can-offer-what-you-do/) - The business world loves to sell us a lie. The lie that success comes from copying what’s trending, following the rules, or modelling your every move on whoever is shouting the loudest online. But comparison is killing your growth. Every time you water yourself down to fit a formula, you dim the very thing that - [New clients are great. But they’re not enough.](https://janinegarner.com.au/new-clients-are-great-but-theyre-not-enough/) - Not all clients are created equal. And if you want sustainable growth, you can’t afford to put all your energy into chasing just one type. There are three categories of clients and opportunities that every business needs: New clients Referral clients Retaining existing and former clients Miss one of these, and you’ll always feel like - [4 Ways to Do Business Development in a Tougher Market](https://janinegarner.com.au/4-ways-to-do-business-development-in-a-tougher-market/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Let’s be real: the market feels brutal right now. Interest rates climbing, competition everywhere and every headline screaming "brace for impact!" It's tempting to let that noise dictate your next move, to panic, - [5 Minutes Makes A Mile Of Difference](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-minutes-makes-a-mile-of-difference/) - Almost two months ago now, I found myself back in the HYROX arena for the second time, once again competing alongside my daughter, Taya. We knew what was coming. The sled pushes, the farmer carries, the ERG machines, and the running that burns every muscle fibre in your body. And because I’d done it before, - [Stop the Content Treadmill: How to Repurpose For Visibility, Authority & Profit](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-the-content-treadmill-how-to-repurpose-for-visibility-authority-profit/) - Pouring your heart into brilliant content only to watch it vanish after one post? Welcome to the creator's curse. We invest hours crafting something meaningful, hit publish, and then... crickets. Meanwhile, we're already stressing about tomorrow's content and how we’re possibly going to have time to post as much as we’re supposed to for quality - [We Need To Talk About Pricing](https://janinegarner.com.au/we-need-to-talk-about-pricing/) - It’s time we have a little chat. Because this is a conversation I’ve been having often this year. A conversation with brilliant business owners and corporate leaders who are absolutely nailing their craft, delivering incredible results and changing lives, yet are still being paid like they’re apologising for existing. It’s time we talk about the - [Your Imposter Syndrome Is Your Superpower](https://janinegarner.com.au/your-imposter-syndrome-is-your-superpower/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au What if that sneaky voice in your head whispering "you don't belong here" isn't your enemy, but your secret weapon? We've all been taught to see imposter syndrome as something to overcome, but - [Your Voice Is Either Building Trust — or Killing It](https://janinegarner.com.au/your-voice-is-either-building-trust-or-killing-it/) - Here’s the thing about influence. People remember the moments that feel REAL. Not the most polished. Not the most “on brand.” Not the ones parroting whatever the latest thought-leadership trend is on LinkedIn this week. The ones who cut through? They sound like themselves, and that’s exactly why they earn trust, loyalty, and sales without - [Pricing With Power: How to Charge What You're Actually Worth](https://janinegarner.com.au/pricing-with-power-how-to-charge-what-youre-actually-worth/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au This week has been a masterclass in frustration. Conversation after conversation with brilliant women who are absolutely nailing their craft, delivering incredible results and changing lives—yet still charging like they're apologising for existing. - [What the smartest consultants are doing in this market](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-the-smartest-consultants-are-doing-in-this-market/) - This market is tough. No doubt about it. But tough markets don’t scare leaders. They sharpen them. Budgets are tighter. Clients are cautious. Decision-making is slower than ever. And the headlines? They’re not helping. It’s tempting to shrink. To play safe. But that’s exactly how you blend in with everyone else. The market is separating - [Why Copycats Get Forgotten](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-copycats-get-forgotten/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Have you ever listened to someone on a stage, in a meeting, on a podcast, or even one of those feisty little Instagram reels and thought, "Damn, I wish I could speak like - [The Truth About Living the Dream](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-truth-about-living-the-dream/) - People love to talk about the glitz of success. The stage lights, the Instagram-worthy backdrops, the “living the dream” moments. And yes, those parts are real. But there’s another side too. One that rarely makes it to the highlight reel. A few months, I travelled to the US to speak at two events I’d been - [Stop Letting Fear Run Your Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-letting-fear-run-your-business/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au These past few months have felt a bit heavy, don’t you think? Everywhere we turn, there it is—this call to brace for impact, to hunker down as if the end is nigh. News - [Let’s Leave Hustle Culture Where It Belongs](https://janinegarner.com.au/lets-leave-hustle-culture-where-it-belongs/) - Let’s call it for what it is - hustle culture is broken. Somewhere along the line, we bought into this idea that busyness = progress. That the more we push, post, chase and “keep up,” the more likely we are to succeed. But I’ve seen it over and over again. You can be the busiest - [The Smart Growth Sales Formula with Nicky Miklos](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-smart-growth-sales-formula-with-nicky-miklos/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Everyone's obsessed with scaling these days. Ten times this, exponential that—meanwhile, you're just trying to keep your head above water. That was exactly what came up in my recent conversation with the brilliant - [The Conversations Everyone’s Talking About](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-conversations-everyones-talking-about/) - How is it nearly August already? I don’t know about you, but July has flown by in a blur. Here’s the thing – as we push towards the end of the month, it’s easy to just tick the box and move on, but what if these next two days could be the reset you need? - [Turning Connections into Clients Without the Sleaze](https://janinegarner.com.au/turning-connections-into-clients-without-the-sleaze/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au You know the feeling. You've just had the most incredible coffee chat with a prospective client—they loved your energy, called you inspiring and you walked away thinking, "This could be something amazing." But - [Are you walking your own path – or someone else’s?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-walking-your-own-path-or-someone-elses/) - You don’t need to follow someone else’s map to find your success. You may have heard me talk about my son, Flynn, before. Can you believe he’s 21 now? Once upon a time, he was that wide-eyed, deep-thinking kid who wouldn’t eat his lunch until the jigsaw was complete. The one who clung to my - [The Worth Shift: You’re Not Here to Be Affordable — You’re Here to Be Unforgettable](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-worth-shift-youre-not-here-to-be-affordable-youre-here-to-be-unforgettable/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au We all know what it sounds like. The critical voice that questions every decision, second-guesses every success, and whispers "maybe I'm not ready" when opportunity knocks. But here's what changes everything: making the - [Because Strategy Means Nothing If You’re Falling Apart](https://janinegarner.com.au/because-strategy-means-nothing-if-youre-falling-apart/) - Business building is bold, brilliant, and yes, at times… brutal. This year has stretched so many of us in ways we didn’t expect. Not because we’re doing it wrong, but because we’re doing it all. I said to a team member recently, “I feel like I’ve been chasing my tail all year.” And that’s with - [How to Grow a Brilliant Business (Even When the World’s a Bit Nuts)](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-grow-a-brilliant-business-even-when-the-worlds-a-bit-nuts/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au We're living at a peculiar moment in time, aren't we? Clients seem hesitant, projects stall and social media – well, it's doing its own thing. Ever sent out a brilliant proposal and the - [I got paid for my first keynote… and still felt like a fraud.](https://janinegarner.com.au/i-got-paid-for-my-first-keynote-and-still-felt-like-a-fraud/) - I want to tell you a story about the gig that taught me everything about visibility, authority, and showing up real. I still remember the moment I walked into the venue for my very first paid keynote. The room was buzzing with quiet conversations, the clinking of coffee cups, and the low hum of anticipation. - [Leading on Borrowed Time: Fleur Marks on Burnout, Brilliance & the 'Waiting Room of Death'](https://janinegarner.com.au/leading-on-borrowed-time-fleur-marks-on-burnout-brilliance-the-waiting-room-of-death/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au If you've followed this journey with me, you'll know that each conversation is an opportunity to learn, grow and maybe even find that missing piece that will spark your next big realisation. Today, - [Getting Ghosted After a Proposal?](https://janinegarner.com.au/getting-ghosted-after-a-proposal/) - Getting proposals over the line right now is tough - especially if every one of them ends in a race to the bottom on price. Clients are slower to commit, harder to engage, and more likely to ghost you altogether. You can deliver a pitch packed with value, energy, and all the right case studies… - [3 Secrets to Turn Prospects Into Paying Clients](https://janinegarner.com.au/3-secrets-to-turn-prospects-into-paying-clients/) - I'm bringing this episode back because it's more relevant than ever: getting sales proposals over the line is still tough. We find ourselves bending over backwards to impress our potential clients, only to see a significant lag in their decision-making. Worse, though - they’ve started ghosting us entirely. Due to the constantly changing and evolving - [Stop Sounding Like Everyone Else](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-sounding-like-everyone-else/) - You don’t need a stage to have impact. But you do need a voice that’s truly yours. As I sit here preparing for two full days of deep work with my incredible Inner Circle and Elevate members – and a handful of special guests – I’ve found myself reflecting on all the keynotes I’ve delivered - [Lead Magnets Are Dead. Here’s What Works Instead](https://janinegarner.com.au/lead-magnets-are-dead-heres-what-works-instead/) - I know that you deeply care about your work. You've built expertise, you share your brilliance online, but something's not quite hitting the mark. Your content gets likes, but not leads. Your emails get opened (sometimes) but no responses. Sound familiar? Here's the truth: funnels, freebies, and lead magnets aren't working like they used to. - [Your Network Isn’t a Luxury. It’s a Lifeline.](https://janinegarner.com.au/your-network-isnt-a-luxury-its-a-lifeline/) - Let’s cut to the chase. Networking has become one of the hottest leadership conversations of 2025. Why? Because the illusion of going it alone is finally cracking. And guess what - your network could be the very thing that changes your trajectory. Last month, I had the privilege of running a transformational keynote and workshop - [Break the Rules, Build the Wealth: Real Talk on Women, Worth and What You Should Be Charging with Roxanne Calder](https://janinegarner.com.au/break-the-rules-build-the-wealth-real-talk-on-women-worth-and-what-you-should-be-charging-with-roxanne-calder/) - I know what it's like to hesitate just seconds before hitting send on a quote, wondering if you’re asking for too much. It's a common sentiment among us when that pesky imposter syndrome tries to rear its head. Today, I’m thrilled to share a special conversation with a woman who knows exactly how to tackle - [Facing Fears Instead Of Succumbing To Them](https://janinegarner.com.au/facing-fears-instead-of-succumbing-to-them/) - Fear is everywhere right now. Every time you turn on the television, we are being beaten down by images of everything that is going wrong in the world right now. We are being told to prepare for the worst. That businesses will fail. That no one is buying. That deals aren’t coming through. And you - [Outwork Everyone: The Unsexy Truth Behind Success](https://janinegarner.com.au/outwork-everyone-the-unsexy-truth-behind-success/) - Let’s have a heart-to-heart. This one's for the doers, the dreamers, those incredible women juggling empire-building and everyday chores – like figuring out what the hell to cook for dinner! We've all been there, questioning if we're the only ones struggling so hard. Well, allow me to give it to you straight: you're definitely not - [If Your Calendar Is Running You, Read This](https://janinegarner.com.au/if-your-calendar-is-running-you-read-this/) - Who’s actually running your week? Is it you… or is it your clients, your inbox, your pinging calendar, demanding attention like a toddler on a sugar high? If you’re honest, I’d wager it’s not you. You start the week with big dreams, then boom – you’re drowning in delivery, reacting instead of leading. Busy, but - [Business Lessons from My 19-Year Old Daughter](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-lessons-from-my-19-year-old-daughter/) - Today, I’m diving into something a bit different. Usually, I’m here to share insights on leading with courage or building a business with heart. But in this episode, I’m flipping the script—because let me tell you, it’s not just from sage mentors or seasoned professionals that we learn life’s real lessons. This time, the classroom - [The World’s Over It. Here’s What To Do Instead](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-worlds-over-it-heres-what-to-do-instead/) - The world is loud right now. Every scroll, swipe, and notification is shouting for attention. The social feeds? Saturated. The inbox? Overflowing. The news cycle? One drama after another. And then came ChatGPT. Which, let’s be honest, has only cranked the volume higher. Suddenly, everyone’s posting, everyone’s publishing, and it’s all starting to sound the - [How I Run My Week Like a Queen: My Power-Packed Workweek Blueprint for Entrepreneurs](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-i-run-my-week-like-a-queen-my-power-packed-workweek-blueprint-for-entrepreneurs/) - Let me ask you this: who’s genuinely in charge of your week? Is it you, your clients, your inbox or that pesky calendar dictating your every move? I bet many of you can relate to the chaos that ensues when our weeks are hijacked by everyone else's demands. Suddenly, we're not leading our businesses or - [Would Anyone Line Up for What You’re Selling?](https://janinegarner.com.au/would-anyone-line-up-for-what-youre-selling/) - Earlier this year, I was wandering through the backstreets of Canggu, Bali, en route to one of those legendary Spring Spa massages, when I spotted a crowd. People were chatting, taking photos, waiting patiently in line. I assumed it was a celebrity sighting. You know, ring light, influencer glow, all of that. But on the - [How to Embrace Tech Without Losing Your Soul with Leanne Shelton](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-embrace-tech-without-losing-your-soul-with-leanne-shelton/) - Tech overwhelm. Robot apocalypse fears. It’s everywhere in our industry at the moment - people are either terrified that AI is going to steal their job or frantically trying to jump on every new tech bandwagon. Yep, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the relentless wave of technology. But what if I told you that - [The Trust-Building Strategy No One Is Talking About](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-trust-building-strategy-no-one-is-talking-about/) - Let’s get straight to it – you don’t need another funnel. You need connection. That’s the real reason your content isn’t converting, your proposals aren’t landing, and the silence in your inbox is getting louder by the day. Last week inside Elevate, we unpacked a strategy that’s creating real momentum for my clients – and - [10 Actions to Propel Your Business Forward](https://janinegarner.com.au/10-actions-to-propel-your-business-forward/) - I’ve been having a lot of conversations over the last few weeks with clients who are feeling overwhelmed and stretched in multiple directions in their businesses. This is such a common problem, where despite our best efforts, we find ourselves in a whirlwind of busyness. And keeping busy doesn’t necessarily move the dial forward. I’m - [Buh-bye Facebook – I’m building something better](https://janinegarner.com.au/buh-bye-facebook-im-building-something-better/) - Let’s be real – doing things the way they’ve always been done just doesn’t cut it anymore. And if you know anything about me, you’ll know I don’t follow rules for the sake of it. I create what works for my business, my clients, and the life I’m building on purpose. So here’s what’s changing. - [What My Daughter Knows That Took Me 53 Years to Learn](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-my-daughter-knows-that-took-me-53-years-to-learn/) - As thought leaders, mentors, and corporate leaders, we often talk about paving the way for the next generation. We push, we guide, we lead. But what if the real magic is in learning from them? Over the last two years, watching my daughter, Taya, step into adulthood has been a masterclass in living with intention, - [4 Ways to Break Free from Shiny Stuff Syndrome](https://janinegarner.com.au/4-ways-to-break-free-from-shiny-stuff-syndrome/) - It’s time to talk about the 3 Deadly S’s: Shiny Stuffy Syndrome. Affecting many of us who thrive on innovation and creativity, you’ve likely felt its pull. It's that magnetic attraction to the latest trends and ideas—especially the ones that promise transformative results—which, unfortunately, often derail us from our main objectives. It can be driven - [Why I'm sick of International Women's Day](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-im-sick-of-international-womens-day/) - I’m going to say it: I’m sick of International Women’s Day. Now don’t get me wrong - I do believe in what it stands for. I’m ferociously passionate about empowering and bettering the lives of the women in my community. However, every year on International Women's Day, we hear the same slogans and see the - [Success Is A Long Table](https://janinegarner.com.au/success-is-a-long-table/) - At the end of February, I held an event for my Inner Circle VIP clients. Not only did we delve deep into global discussion around leadership and business, but each time we are able to gather in the same space, it becomes about so much more. It becomes about connection. The connection that leads to - [How to use LinkedIn to build a powerful small business with Karen Tisdell](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-use-linkedin-to-build-a-powerful-small-business-with-karen-tisdell/) - LinkedIn is my primary platform for my business. It's where I share my ideas, connect with amazing people around the world and build my positioning. It’s also a platform that has generated me some incredible opportunities, exposure and new clients. Many of my clients are using it to build their businesses too. With that - [If You’re Not Winning on LinkedIn, This Is Why](https://janinegarner.com.au/if-youre-not-winning-on-linkedin-this-is-why/) - Be honest - are you really leveraging LinkedIn, or just lurking? For me, LinkedIn isn’t just a social media platform. It’s where I connect with incredible people, share my expertise, and, most importantly, attract new clients. It’s been a game-changer for my business, and it can be for yours too. But most people are seriously - [The Resilience Myth: What Successful People Really Do Instead](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-resilience-myth-what-successful-people-really-do-instead/) - It’s time to bust one of the biggest myths around - that resilience is the golden ticket to your success. We’re taught that if we just push a little bit harder, grind longer and prove we can handle it, somehow we’ll win at this game of life and business. Spoiler alert: we’ve been sold a - [What part of your story are you hiding?](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-part-of-your-story-are-you-hiding/) - This isn’t meant to sound like a warning. It’s an invitation. A mirror. A nudge. Because we all carry parts of our story we keep hidden. The raw bits. The unpolished chapters. The moments we’d rather tuck away because they feel too much - too vulnerable, too messy, too real. But in a world obsessed - [Decision Fatigue is Killing Your Business—Here’s How to Fix It](https://janinegarner.com.au/decision-fatigue-is-killing-your-business-heres-how-to-fix-it/) - We’ve all been there. Staring blankly at the screen, your brain flat out refusing to function, keeping you stuck in an endless battle of indecision. Should you launch your new offer now or hold off? Raise your prices or stay put? Post this update on LinkedIn? Suddenly, you're paralysed. Scrolling aimlessly, your momentum for doing - [Comparison-itis Is Killing Your Growth](https://janinegarner.com.au/comparison-itis-is-killing-your-growth/) - The world of business moves at lightning speed. One day, you’re climbing the ladder of success with a marketing win, and the next - boom - someone else launches an almost identical campaign just before yours. Suddenly, you’re sliding down a snake of self-doubt, frustration, and that all-too-familiar “that was my idea!” feeling. We’re told - [Beating burnout and finding balance with Melo Calarco](https://janinegarner.com.au/beating-burnout-and-finding-balance-with-melo-calarco/) - Melo is a remarkable individual whose mission is to help people perform at their best without sacrificing their mental health and wellbeing. Melo has extensive experience working in psychiatric clinics and has since transferred that knowledge into the corporate world, aiding entrepreneurs, CEOs and athletes in maintaining their drive without losing themselves along the way. - [5 Conversations We All Need To Have](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-conversations-we-all-need-to-have/) - The other day, I was sitting with one of my team members reflecting on the Unleashing Brilliance podcast. It hit us - it's been over a year since we relaunched, and in that time, we’ve shared more than 52 powerful episodes. That’s 52 conversations to help shift your thinking, challenge your beliefs, and elevate the - [5 Daily Stress Hacks That Keep Me From Losing My Sh*t (Most Days)](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-daily-stress-hacks-that-keep-me-from-losing-my-sht-most-days/) - I have had a week from hell. We've all been there, right? The type of week where everything spirals a bit out of control, tension mounts and you find yourself teetering on the edge of a meltdown. For me, there was no big drama, no catastrophe. Just an explosion of emotions: a snappy tone at - [The Skill You Have To Master (If You Want To Stand Out)](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-skill-you-have-to-master-if-you-want-to-stand-out/) - The world is starved for something real. According to a recent Gallup Global Leadership Report: What Followers Want, hope and trust are the top desires across the globe. And yet, the Edelman Trust Barometer continues to show a decline in trust, whether in governments, media, or brands. It’s a testament to how fragile and elusive - [Let’s talk about the to-do list that’s killing your mojo](https://janinegarner.com.au/lets-talk-about-the-to-do-list-thats-killing-your-mojo/) - When was the last time your to-do list didn’t feel like a personal attack? Between clients, team drama, content to churn, admin chaos, big-picture strategy, and those delightful tax surprises (ugh) - running a business often feels like sprinting on a treadmill that’s quietly on fire. So when someone tells you to “just focus,” it - [Who to Sack From Your Network (Like, Yesterday)](https://janinegarner.com.au/who-to-sack-from-your-network-like-yesterday/) - Let's cut through the noise: Your network isn't just collecting dust in your LinkedIn contacts – it's either rocket fuel for your success or the anchor dragging you down to mediocrity. And if you're reading this while mentally cataloging people who make your stomach clench when their name pops up on your phone, we need - [Why Discipline is So Damn Difficult (and How to Master It)](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-discipline-is-so-damn-difficult-and-how-to-master-it/) - Discipline: we all struggle with it. Yes, even you high-performing, visionary powerhouse women - I see you! So why is it so difficult? Even when we know exactly what to do to get ahead, distractions (scrolling, binge-watching or alphabetising our spice rack) so often manage to pull us away. It turns out, distraction isn't just - [The 12 People Holding You Back (You Know Their Names)](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-12-people-holding-you-back-you-know-their-names/) - Let’s rip the band-aid off: your network is either fuelling your fire or quietly snuffing it out. If reading that made you think of a name or two, the ones that make your stomach lurch when their number flashes up on your phone, then we need to talk. We’ve all heard that tired old line: - [Creating a Successful Business that Aligns with Your Values with Kellie Wilkie](https://janinegarner.com.au/creating-a-successful-business-that-aligns-with-your-values-with-kellie-wilkie/) - Starting and running a business is no small feat, especially when you're juggling family, personal dreams and the demands of everyday life. For many of us, it can feel like trying to keep a dozen plates spinning all at once. I recently had the privilege of sitting down with Kellie Wilkie, a remarkable woman who - [Courage Is The Triumph Over Fear](https://janinegarner.com.au/courage-is-the-triumph-over-fear/) - “We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face... we must do that which we think we cannot.” – Eleanor Roosevelt. Fear can be crippling. I know. I have felt it. It is almost understandable to feel paralysed with fear when doing scary, - [The Impact You Never See – But Others Do](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-impact-you-never-see-but-others-do/) - It’s easy to feel like you’re invisible. Like you’re doing the work, showing up, giving it your all - yet somehow, you’re the world’s best-kept secret. And when client relationships come to an end, it can feel like you were just a blip in their journey. That the impact you’ve made is fleeting. Or worse - [Stop Overthinking. Start Experimenting.](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-overthinking-start-experimenting/) - Have you ever felt completely drained by the sheer number of decisions you have to make every single day? Which client should you work with? Should you hire or fire? Should you post on this platform or that one? Should you ask this person for a referral? Which marketing strategy will actually work? It’s endless. - [Stand Tall: How Emmagness Ruzvidzo Redefines Inclusivity and Self-Worth](https://janinegarner.com.au/stand-tall-how-emmagness-ruzvidzo-redefines-inclusivity-and-self-worth/) - In a world that often tries to put us neatly into boxes, daring to stand out and be true to ourselves can feel daunting. Many of us, at some point, have struggled with the fear of being too much or too little for this world. But what if we stopped shrinking ourselves to fit into - [Are Distractions Keeping You Stuck? Read This.](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-distractions-keeping-you-stuck-read-this/) - Why is discipline so damn difficult? Seriously - why is it that even when we know what we need to do, we still find ourselves scrolling, binge-watching, or reaching for just one more chocolate biscuit? Some will tell you it’s about willpower, brain chemistry, or resistance. But I think the real reason discipline is so - [Business Growth Through Referrals: 8 Steps to Success](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-growth-through-referrals-8-steps-to-success/) - If you're like many entrepreneurs, you've probably experienced that overwhelming sensation of chasing every promising opportunity while feeling like you're making minimal progress. It's a common challenge in the business world, but today, I'm going to share a strategic framework that has consistently delivered results for countless businesses. These eight comprehensive steps will help you - [Why I Hate Resilience (And Why You Should Too)](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-i-hate-resilience-and-why-you-should-too/) - Resilience. The golden word in leadership. The badge of honor worn by high achievers. The proof that we can “handle it.” But this relentless push to grind harder, endure more, and tough it out no matter the cost? It’s a trap. I see it all the time in my clients. From the outside, they’re kicking - [3 things you must deliver in a sales meeting](https://janinegarner.com.au/3-things-you-must-deliver-in-a-sales-meeting/) - Struggling to turn promising leads into solid sales? You’re not alone. I recently sat down with my inner circle community to discuss this problem and our conclusion was clear. Whether you’re running a million dollar business, or pitching your very first offer, we’re all struggling with the same roadblocks. Clients ghost you, decision times get - [Stop daydreaming and pay attention!](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-daydreaming-and-pay-attention/) - Did That Title Snap You Back to School? Remember when daydreaming in class earned you a teacher’s glare and a sharp “Pay attention!”? Well, here we are, decades later, and the struggle to stay focused is still very real. Only now, it’s our dreams—not teachers—pulling us out of alignment. Let me explain. The most common - [Stop Chasing Work-Life Balance. Do This Instead](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-chasing-work-life-balance-do-this-instead/) - It’s time to debunk one of the biggest myths of modern life: we should all be striving for work-life balance. You might be curious as to how I could pooh-pooh such a sensationalised idea. Yes, work-life balance is a concept that’s been held up high, glittering as the ultimate key to happiness. It promises a - [Not Another ‘New Year, New Me’ Email…](https://janinegarner.com.au/not-another-new-year-new-me-email/) - It’s that time of year - goal-setting, intention-writing, and endless promises of “this will be my best year yet.” Sound familiar? But here’s the thing: what if we stopped chasing shiny resolutions and started creating a year that actually feels good? When I reflected on 2024, I realized something profound. My word for the year - [How to Embrace Imperfect Leadership with Louise Gibson](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-embrace-imperfect-leadership-with-louise-gibson/) - In a world where perfection is often prized above all, stepping away from this relentless pursuit can feel daunting. As professionals, we frequently don a suit of polished excellence, striving to meet the myriad expectations placed upon us. But what if I told you that imperfection could be your greatest asset? This idea is at - [Surround Yourself With The Best](https://janinegarner.com.au/surround-yourself-with-the-best/) - Recently, I attended an event where I had the privilege of hearing Kellie Wilkie, Physiotherapist for the Australian Olympic team, share a story about one of her athletes. The story was about Kim Brennan, a rower who won gold in the single sculls at the Rio Olympics. At the start of the Olympiad, Kim issued - [The 4 Pillars of Success: Purpose, Prosperity, Pleasure and Freedom with Repa Patel](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-4-pillars-of-success-purpose-prosperity-pleasure-and-freedom-with-repa-patel/) - Success in leadership and business. What does it actually look like? And what’s the key to achieving it? As leaders or entrepreneurs, we’re constantly seeking strategies to enhance our productivity, innovation and satisfaction, both in our personal and professional lives. We commonly believe that working ourselves into the ground and forging ahead no matter what - [Designing Your Year](https://janinegarner.com.au/designing-your-year/) - Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed by work commitments, squeezing precious family time into the leftover spaces of your calendar? You're not alone. As we look forward to the fresh opportunities of a new year, I want to share with you a transformational approach to planning - a method I've been honing that prioritises life - [How I Design My Business Around My Life](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-i-design-my-business-around-my-life/) - Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed by work commitments, squeezing precious family time into the leftover spaces of your calendar? You're definitely not alone. As we wrap up another year and look forward to the fresh opportunities of the next, I want to share with you a transformational approach to planning—a method I've been honing - [Where Are Your Glimmers for 2024?](https://janinegarner.com.au/where-are-your-glimmers-for-2024/) - Does it feel like the year is slipping away before it’s even begun? I get it. Time flies when you’re being pulled in every direction as a business owner, a leader, and, let’s face it, a real-life superhero. But in all the busy-ness, we often miss something truly important—the magic. For those who’ve been with - [The Secret to Success in 2025: Reflecting on Glimmer Moments](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-secret-to-success-in-2025-reflecting-on-glimmer-moments/) - As we stand at the edge of another year, ready to leap into the exciting blank canvas that is 2025, I often find myself caught in a whirl of mixed emotions. On one hand, there's the thrill of stepping into the new year, yet on the other, that persistent pressure to reflect on the goals - [What Are You Really in Control Of?](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-are-you-really-in-control-of/) - Let’s get real for a second. The world around us? It can feel downright chaotic at times—clients pulling the plug on decisions, the economy throwing curveballs, or algorithms on social media that change on a whim. Here’s the thing: none of that is in your control. And yet, how often do we let these external - [Building a Portfolio Career: Ditching Traditional Work for Multifaceted Fulfillment with Anna Mackenzie](https://janinegarner.com.au/building-a-portfolio-career-ditching-traditional-work-for-multifaceted-fulfillment-with-anna-mackenzie/) - Have you ever felt stifled by the conventional confines of a traditional job? Many of us have had visions of a career that not only secures financial stability but also yearns for creative fulfilment and personal freedom. And you know what? Achieving this is actually possible! I'm thrilled to share an inspiring conversation with an - [Stop Waiting for Clients: 5 Marketing Moves to Elevate Your Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-waiting-for-clients-5-marketing-moves-to-elevate-your-business/) - Let’s be real for a moment. Too many brilliant entrepreneurs and professionals are playing the ultimate waiting game - pouring their hearts and expertise into their businesses but falling short when it comes to being seen. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. The good news? You can change this. Today, I’m sharing five no-fluff marketing moves - [5 marketing moves to generate new leads](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-marketing-moves-to-generate-new-leads/) - Too many entrepreneurs are playing the waiting game in business. They pour their heart and soul into their business but aren’t able to attract the clients the need because that’s just not enough by itself. Sound familiar? Don’t worry, today I’m sharing five powerful marketing moves you can make that will transform your lead generation. - [Why Wait to Celebrate?](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-wait-to-celebrate/) - Are you saving the champagne for New Year’s Eve? Why wait? There’s so much to celebrate right now! This time of year, it’s easy to focus on what didn’t happen. Missed goals, broken resolutions, or revenue targets that fell short. We beat ourselves up, chalk up 2024 as a loss, and start pinning all our - [Staying Steady When the World Feels Heavy](https://janinegarner.com.au/staying-steady-when-the-world-feels-heavy/) - Life, as we know it, can sometimes feel like we’re in the midst of a relentless storm. The pressures of expectations in life and business can often feel like they’re closing in on us, and finding a moment of peace is much easier said than done. If you’ve been feeling worn out, weighed down or - [Ditch The Disappearing Act](https://janinegarner.com.au/ditch-the-disappearing-act/) - You’ve felt it, right? That sting of being ghosted by a client. You’ve poured energy into crafting a proposal, clarified their exact needs, and maybe even got verbal agreement on how essential your services are to them. Then, out of nowhere, the silence sets in. No response. No acknowledgment. Not even a quick message to - [Healthy Hustle: Thriving in Business Without Burnout](https://janinegarner.com.au/healthy-hustle-thriving-in-business-without-burnout/) - If you want to be successful in business you’re going to have to hustle. Well, that’s what a lot of people think, and they work themselves to exhaustion because of it. But in reality, things aren’t that black and white. Which is precisely why I invited Vanessa and Nicky, the brilliant co-authors of Healthy Hustle, - [How to Turn Free Speaking Gigs into Paid Business Opportunities](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-turn-free-speaking-gigs-into-paid-business-opportunities/) - Free speaking engagements can be a powerful way to build a name for yourself but, like everything we do in business, they come at the cost of our time, energy, focus or money. So, if you want your speaking gig to be worthwhile you need to make sure you’re getting a return on your investment. - [The day I almost got the starring role in Hamilton](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-day-i-almost-got-the-starring-role-in-hamilton/) - A couple of weeks ago, I nearly landed myself a starring role in Hamilton. Not because I’m secretly a Broadway-level singer or dancer - oh no! But because I took a very wrong turn… It all started at the 71st FCEM World Congress in Sydney, where I’d just delivered my keynote. Afterward, I was invited - [How I Network as an Introvert](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-i-network-as-an-introvert/) - It might surprise you that I call myself an introvert. Yes, I speak on stages, run events and put myself out there. But where do I truly get my energy? It’s from solitude, thinking and deep one on one connections. The big crowds? Nah, they're not really my thing. Loud rooms full of forced small - [Design Your Life—Not Just Your Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/design-your-life-not-just-your-business/) - I’m not here for the “work now, live later” grind. I’m here for something better - a business that fuels my life, not the other way around. This is about building a business on your terms, a business that enhances your life instead of taking it over. And what’s the secret? When I map out - [Business grants for small business owners/founders with Liz Fleming](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-grants-for-small-business-owners-founders-with-liz-flemming/) - Do you ever wonder how some businesses seem to have that extra boost, almost like they have a secret weapon in their growth arsenal? They’re likely getting help from an often-ignored financial resource – business grants. This week I sat down with grant expert Liz Fleming to discuss how entrepreneurs can tap into this resource. - [3 Days, 5 Women, and the Secrets Unlocked in Kangaroo Valley](https://janinegarner.com.au/3-days-5-women-and-the-secrets-unlocked-in-kangaroo-valley/) - What happens in Kangaroo Valley stays in Kangaroo Valley. Well, at least when it comes to Karaoke. A couple of weeks ago, I took five incredible clients on a VIP business retreat in the lush landscape of Kangaroo Valley. Over three days, we stripped back the noise, got laser-focused on what truly matters, and crafted - [What’s your favourite marinade?](https://janinegarner.com.au/whats-your-favourite-marinade/) - The quote below from Sylvia Boorstein gave me a little chuckle… “Your mind is like tofu - it tastes like whatever you marinate it in.” But it also got me thinking. We have the option to choose what we surround ourselves with and the thinking that we expose our minds to. And yet, most people - [WE MADE IT TO 100K!](https://janinegarner.com.au/we-made-it-to-100k/) - I wanted to start this email off by saying Thank You for all your support. You are a valued part of my community and I honestly wouldn’t be writing this email without you. My team and I are celebrating this month, and do you want to know why? Because we recently hit 100,000 downloads of - [Why Simplicity Scales and Complexity Fails: The Key to Business Success in a Busy World](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-simplicity-scales-and-complexity-fails-the-key-to-business-success-in-a-busy-world/) - Simplicity scales and complexity fails. What do I mean by this? Well, we've all been conditioned to believe that complexity is a sign of sophistication. It's like if your business model isn't complicated or your marketing strategy doesn't involve 12 different social media platforms, are you even really trying? I've worked with clients who have - [Business Retreats vs. Health Retreats: Choosing the Right One to Transform Your Growth](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-retreats-vs-health-retreats-choosing-the-right-one-to-transform-your-growth/) - What do you need right now? Relaxation or activation? This is the question I ask my clients, many of whom want to know my opinion on how to choose between business retreats and health retreats. They’re often unsure which holds the most value for them to attend, or even run themselves. Having run multiple retreats - [Why small thinking limits your business potential](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-small-thinking-limits-your-business-potential/) - Picture this: my adult daughter Taya, eyes wide with excitement, asks if I’d like to participate in a Hyrox challenge with her. Naturally, I said yes! How hard could it be, right? Little did I know what I was agreeing to. My first thought was that Hyrox might be the name of some trendy new - [Stop Waiting For The Perfect Time](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-waiting-for-the-perfect-time/) - Some of you may be aware that across my career I’ve written 3 best-selling books. But honestly, I didn’t have the fairytale story of becoming an author. The day I pitched my first book deal, it was raining. I remember sitting on a step outside in Manly, umbrella in hand, talking to the publisher who - [Menopause & Business - Building Your Best Life and Business After 40 with Sheryl Carroll](https://janinegarner.com.au/menopause-business-building-your-best-life-and-business-after-40-with-sheryl-carroll/) - You need to hear this: perimenopause and menopause can be powerful catalysts for change. Sounds crazy, right? Especially in a world where we shy away from talking about these stages of our lives, or view them only in a negative light. However, what if this period could be one of transformation, instead of mere survival? - [My Books for 2025 Are Filling Up – Let’s Talk Strategy](https://janinegarner.com.au/my-books-for-2025-are-filling-up-lets-talk-strategy/) - Today, I’m going to do something I don’t often do—I’m going to share some feedback I recently received from one of my corporate clients. I tend to keep these testimonials private, but this one resonated deeply with me and reminded me of the impact my team and I are making. It’s a celebration of the - [Why Not Do It Properly?](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-not-do-it-properly/) - Do you ever feel like the moment September arrives, Christmas is suddenly staring you in the face? It’s like the end of the year speeds up, and everything becomes a whirlwind. Overwhelm creeps in, and keeping pace feels like an impossible task. Last year, I saw a Christmas tree that seemed to have been caught - [Why Some Succeed While Others Get Stuck](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-some-succeed-while-others-get-stuck/) - Let’s be real for a moment - have you ever felt like giving up? Maybe it was that proposal that didn’t get signed off, or perhaps you lost out on a project you were certain would happen. Or maybe you’ve just hit a wall, wondering if your business can ever break through. We’ve all been - [What I Learned MC-ing the IWFA Symposium In Melbourne](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-i-learned-mc-ing-the-iwfa-symposium-in-melbourne/) - Have you ever had the privilege of stepping into a room filled with powerful women? A few weeks ago, I had the immense honour of emceeing the International Women’s Forum Australia (IWFA) Symposium in Melbourne. I’m still buzzing with the energy from that event and would be lying if I didn’t include it as one - [No one can buy from you if they can’t see you.](https://janinegarner.com.au/no-one-can-buy-from-you-if-they-cant-see-you/) - I know the subject line might sound a bit blunt, but it’s true - and it’s a message we all need to hear. When it comes to running a successful business, visibility is everything. It doesn’t matter how incredible your services are, how many client success stories you have, or that you’re the most qualified - [Why Undercharging is Killing Your Growth Dreams](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-undercharging-is-killing-your-growth-dreams/) - Have you been undercharging what you’re worth? Recently, I’ve had countless conversations with clients - women with 5, 10 years in business, and even those with 2, 3, or 4 decades of incredible experience - who are pricing themselves so low they might as well be flipping burgers at the local drive-thru. It’s a frustrating - [I Had No Idea What I Was In For](https://janinegarner.com.au/i-had-no-idea-what-i-was-in-for/) - When your adult daughter comes to you, wide-eyed and full of excitement, asking if you'd like to compete in a HYROX challenge with her, what do you do? You say yes, of course! (I mean, how hard could it be, right?) Did I know what a HYROX challenge was? Absolutely not. In my mind, it - [Sorry, Not Sorry](https://janinegarner.com.au/sorry-not-sorry/) - This picture is from a recent trip I took to Daydream Island for a VIP retreat I ran for my Inner Circle clients. I remember sitting here, basking in the stunning view of the ocean, thinking how lucky and fortunate I am to do the work I love in such incredible locations with amazing clients. - [Do You Truly Value Yourself?](https://janinegarner.com.au/do-you-truly-value-yourself/) - If you emphatically said YES to the subject line above, then I want to ask you one question that digs deeper. If you truly value yourself, WHY ARE YOU STILL DISCOUNTING YOUR SERVICES? I've spoken to so many people recently who are discounting their services out of fear that no one will buy from them - [Your Comfort Zone is Keeping You Stuck](https://janinegarner.com.au/your-comfort-zone-is-keeping-you-stuck/) - Have you ever had a dream for your life, only to find yourself stuck in fear and unable to pursue it? Stepping into the unknown can be a scary thing, but nothing will propel you towards your goals faster than pushing past your comfort zone. In a recent podcast episode, I chatted to Sue Rosen. - [Would you believe me if I told you…](https://janinegarner.com.au/would-you-believe-me-if-i-told-you/) - The other week I was sitting at my desk slowly working my way through my inbox when I received the most fabulous email from Debbie, one of the women that I had the pleasure of meeting in my days of running the LBDGroup. And the reason that this email caught my attention was because after - [Embrace Your Extraordinary Self with Deidre Dattoli](https://janinegarner.com.au/embrace-your-extraordinary-self-with-deidre-dattoli/) - How could things be different in your life, career or business if you embraced your extraordinary? So many of us go through life only considering certain parts of ourselves as valuable, making it challenging to feel expansive enough to achieve all our dreams. But there is a way to change this. My guest today, Deidre - [Are you stuck in the waiting room of success?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-stuck-in-the-waiting-room-of-success/) - Today, I want to shine a light on a common trap many of us fall into—the proverbial waiting room of success. It's that place where our dreams and aspirations are put on hold, often indefinitely. But not today. Today, I’m inviting you to learn how to leave that waiting room behind for good. I once - [The Lesson of Patience](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-lesson-of-patience/) - Have you ever found yourself chasing instant gratification, only to be met with disappointment? Modern life, with its relentless pace and myriad of distractions, constantly tests our patience and resolve. Yet, true success often demands the discipline to resist these temptations in favour of long-term rewards. Recently, my eldest son Flynn had to learn this - [Take Time Out To Secure Business Growth](https://janinegarner.com.au/take-time-out-to-secure-business-growth/) - One of the most important things you can do to ensure continued growth in your business is to take time out of your business. This is the key that so many business women are missing out on. We sometimes feel like we have to be superwoman, and we have to do it all. We have - [Is Your Business Meeting Your Essential Needs? with Angela Raspass](https://janinegarner.com.au/is-your-business-meeting-your-essential-needs-with-angela-raspass/) - Is your business meeting your essential needs? As business owners, we strive to serve our clients in a way that adds the most value to their lives. For the majority of us, that’s the reason we started our businesses in the first place. However, in order to create the lives we want to lead and - [Is it a Hell Yeah or a Hell No?](https://janinegarner.com.au/is-it-a-hell-yeah-or-a-hell-no/) - The power of ‘no’ often gets overlooked. What do I mean? Well, every time we say ‘yes’ to something, we’re implicitly saying ‘no’ to something else. Every decision we make involves an investment of time, energy, and sometimes money, diverting resources from other potential pursuits. Saying ‘yes’ to every opportunity that knocks on our door - [The ONLY 2 Things You Can Control in Your Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-only-2-things-you-can-control-in-your-business/) - In the unpredictable tides of life and business, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by factors beyond our control. However, there are two elements that are always within our grasp: our effort and our attitude. I was recently inspired by the words of sporting mindset coach Mark Zimmermann, who says, “You can't control the weather, the - [Shattering Barriers: Becoming a Successful Woman in STEM with Dr Susan McGinty](https://janinegarner.com.au/shattering-barriers-becoming-a-successful-woman-in-stem-with-dr-susan-mcginty/) - In this episode we discuss breaking barriers and … - [Ep 147 - Embracing Fear, Overcoming Doubt, and Aligning for Success with Laura Aura](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-147-embracing-fear-overcoming-doubt-and-aligning-for-success-with-laura-aura/) - What if the very thing you want is behind the thi… - [Ep - 146 Quit Your Bucket List; Create a Life List Instead with Kate Christie](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-146-quit-your-bucket-list-create-a-life-list-instead-with-kate-christie/) - What if I told you that it's time to shift our pe… - [Ep 145 - Unlocking Effective Communication: Discover Your Style & Lead with Confidence I Leah Mether](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-145-unlocking-effective-communication-discover-your-style-lead-with-confidence-i-leah-mether/) - The ability to communicate with clarity in uncert… - [Ep 144 - Overcoming Juggle Street and the Busy Trap w/ Vanessa & Nicky](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-144-overcoming-juggle-street-and-the-busy-trap-w-vanessa-nicky/) - If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or just… - [Don't Go At It alone](https://janinegarner.com.au/__trashed-2/) - Today, I want to talk about a concept in business that often gets romanticised. It’s the idea that business owners do everything on their own. They’re the lone wolves who’ve scraped and clawed to build businesses from nothing… They didn’t have any help… Rather, they didn’t need any help! Instead, they succeeded based on their - [Big Business Thrives In Bad Economies](https://janinegarner.com.au/__trashed/) - Right now I see a question circling around many people’s minds. As inflation and the cost of living rises many are watching on in almost horror as large companies, and famous brands report record profits. While there is something to be said for corporate greed, or as I like to think about it, unethical capitalism, - [Are You Adding to the Social Media Noise or Creating Real Impact?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-adding-to-the-social-media-noise-or-creating-real-impact/) - I’m always telling you that you need to be more visible, to share your voice and your expertise. Because I want you making the impact you want to make. To stand out and be noticed for what it is that you do. But what I’m seeing right now is a lot of noise. Being reactive - [Stop Blaming Gen Z](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-blaming-gen-z/) - I can already hear my kids rejoicing in the background as I type these words, but stop blaming them for what exactly? I’ve always found the ‘inter-generational’ rivalry interesting. How as we age we no longer seem to connect with those younger than us. Maybe it’s out of fear, or because it’s easy we begin - [THIS is NOT a Business Strategy](https://janinegarner.com.au/couple-a-great-product-with-great-service/) - There was a time when becoming successful in business was fairly simple. Couple a great product with great service and soon you would be renowned as the go-to person in your area. Word of mouth was extremely important with large portions of revenue coming from referrals from current or repeat clients. And, unfortunately, for many - [How I Rose from Rock Bottom](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-i-rose-from-rock-bottom/) - Throughout the years, many people have asked how it all started for me, and how on earth I came to be doing what I’m doing today. The truth is, I am totally an accidental entrepreneur. I’ve frequently reinvented myself and changed things up almost every decade. But the real catalyst for finding my way to - [Do It Scared - Unleashing Brilliance Trailer](https://janinegarner.com.au/do-it-scared-unleashing-brilliance-trailer/) - Welcome to Unleashing Brilliance. If you've been following this podcast from the beginning, we will have explored together the stories and insights of incredible individuals who have reached that magical tipping point of moving from striving to being in flow.Over a hundred episodes have featured interviews with inspiring business owners, philanthropists, thought leaders and game - [Why the Network of YOU is Critical to Your Success](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-the-network-of-you-is-critical-to-your-success/) - Building a strong network of YOU is critical to the success of your business. However, I see so many people sitting in the waiting room of now, versus networking for their future selves. So why is it so important to network for the future, and how do you do it effectively? Today, I share my - [There's Always a Price to the Next Level of Success](https://janinegarner.com.au/theres-always-a-price-to-the-next-level-of-success/) - In today’s episode, we're diving into a truth often left unspoken in business: there’s always a price to the next level of success. Achieving that next level of brilliance can be extremely uncomfortable, demanding more of your time, money and energy. But the truth is, we can't simply expect our business or our world to - [10 Actions to Propel Your Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/10-actions-to-propel-your-business/) - I’ve been having a lot of conversations over the last few weeks with clients who are feeling overwhelmed and stretched in multiple directions in their businesses. This is such a common problem, where despite our best efforts, we find ourselves in a whirlwind of busyness.Today, I’m sharing with you 10 actions to propel your business - [Why Confidence Rocks: Mastering Success with Erika Cramer](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-confidence-rocks-mastering-success-with-erika-cramer/) - Do you find yourself lacking confidence in not only your personal life, but your career? As women, we struggle to stand up, speak up or show up in the world in full. We hold ourselves back and play small, often due to the messaging we receive throughout our upbringing and culture.Today I’m joined by Erika - [Can We Really Have It All?](https://janinegarner.com.au/can-we-really-have-it-all/) - Can we really have it all? I don't know if you've had that question running through your head at all, but it's certainly one that I hear many times in the work that I do.For many of us, times get tough in our businesses due to the hard decisions we often have to make. Things - [Who Are You Learning From?](https://janinegarner.com.au/who-are-you-learning-from/) - Have you ever really thought about who you are learning from? It’s one of those questions I’m consistently asked, with many people wanting to know who teaches and inspires me.As someone who has built up a seven figure business, I know there is no way I could have done it alone. In fact, I’d be - [4 Reasons Saying NO Really Matters](https://janinegarner.com.au/4-reasons-saying-no-really-matters/) - We all know that “no” is a word we need to get better at saying. In fact, we need to start saying “no” more and “yes” a whole lot less. But why do we find it so hard? And why is it important that we get into the habit of saying “no” more frequently?Like so - [Why You Need to Double Your Prices](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-you-need-to-double-your-prices/) - It’s getting tough out there. Your clients are asking you to discount your prices. There’s a price war going on in every industry. You’re unsure what your day rate should be. Sound familiar?If so, you’re like many other business owners who are considering dropping their prices, often out of desperation.But here’s the thing: desperation does - [Why Building a Business on Referrals is not a Strategy](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-building-a-business-on-referrals-is-not-a-strategy/) - Building a business on referrals is not a strategy. Now, there was a time when becoming successful in business was pretty simple. You’d have a couple of great products with a great service and soon you'd be renowned as the go-to expert in your area.However, simply relying on referrals for 100% of your business no - [Why Embracing Your Brilliance is Key to Serving Others with Kelly Slessor](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-embracing-your-brilliance-is-key-to-serving-others-with-kelly-slessor/) - If you’re a woman in business, there’s no doubt you’ll have faced some unfair challenges when seeking investment from others. And the stats don’t lie: women, particularly those of colour, are the lowest common denominator when it comes to securing funding to grow their business.So how do disadvantaged women or those in underrepresented groups rise - [I am not a white man](https://janinegarner.com.au/i-am-not-a-white-man/) - For centuries, the image of a successful businessperson has been that of a middle-aged white man. All the success tips, strategies, and business practices that we've been taught have been moulded and designed by those who held the majority of power and influence at the time. But here's the thing – times have changed. More - [Are You Getting in the Way of Your Success?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-getting-in-the-way-of-your-success/) - Are you getting in the way of your own success? If your business isn’t succeeding right now, it might be time to dig deep and ask yourself why. I know that for many business owners, things like economic uncertainty and the cost of living seem to be dealing a major blow. However, I believe there - [How to Get More Done in Less Time with Donna McGeorge](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-get-more-done-in-less-time-with-donna-mcgeorge/) - We can probably all agree that work has become relentless. People are overwhelmed and overworked, resulting in a kind of anti-work movement - think ‘act your wage’ or ‘quiet quitting’. We try our hardest, achieve our best results, only to be asked to give 10% more. So is this year-on-year growth sustainable, or do we - [Be the Spirit of Your Shed: Embodying Your Business Values](https://janinegarner.com.au/be-the-spirit-of-your-shed-embodying-your-business-values/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Are you embodying the spirit of your business as a leader? Do you operate in a way that aligns with your business values, encouraging your team to do the same? I’m sure we’d - [Is Your Marketing Really Making an Impact?](https://janinegarner.com.au/is-your-marketing-really-making-an-impact/) - If you’re like every single ambitious business owner that I know, you desire to make a significant impact in this world. You want to drive change, do something different and ensure the work that you're doing matters. But how do you cut through the noise of a crowded digital landscape and make your business stand - [What I Learned From Adam](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-i-learned-from-adam/) - Content warning: This email mentions topics such as bullying, harassment, and suicide so please read at your discretion. Recently, I had the privilege of attending the book launch of Adam Blum's Easy Target. Adam's journey, from relentless bullying in school to battling undiagnosed ADHD, struggling academically, enduring workplace harassment, to finding himself standing atop a cliff - [Referrals are not a Strategy](https://janinegarner.com.au/32351-2/) - Building a business on referrals is not a strategy. Now, there was a time when becoming successful in business was pretty simple. You’d have a couple of great products with a great service and soon you'd be renowned as the go-to expert in your area. However, simply relying on referrals for 100% of your business - [Do You Even know what you are Doing?](https://janinegarner.com.au/do-you-even-know-what-you-are-doing/) - One of the best books I’ve read recently is Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara. This book is so good that I facilitated a discussion session amongst my Inner Circle community on deciding what each of us was going to be unreasonable about in our businesses. And I’m keeping my fingers and toes crossed that I can book - [Why Undercharging is Killing Your Growth](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-undercharging-is-killing-your-growth/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Have you been undercharging what you’re worth? I've had so many conversations recently with clients that despite their 5, 10 years in business or their 2, 3, 4 decades of incredible experience, they’re - [Are You On Autopilot or On Purpose?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-on-autopilot-or-on-purpose/) - Are you on autopilot? No really, are you? It’s easy to fall into the trap of conformity without even noticing. I’ve been there myself. There were times in my corporate journey when I realised I was just doing what was expected of me and following the cookie-cutter approach to business. This may be an easy - [How to Confidently Market Your Brand with Bec Chappell](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-confidently-market-your-brand-with-bec-chappell/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Being the world's best kept secret serves absolutely no one. There are so many business owners out there who are amazing at what they do; they’ve built their expertise after years and years - [The 3 letters that will put you in the 1% Success Club](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-3-letters-that-will-put-you-in-the-1-success-club/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au “Thank you” isn’t enough anymore. It’s become an expected part of human etiquette. There’s not much thought behind it and it doesn’t have any real acknowledgement of the impact the interaction has had - [Ditch the Desperation and Recognise Your Worth](https://janinegarner.com.au/ditch-the-desperation-and-recognise-your-worth/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au You are not desperate - you are a hot commodity. But are you struggling to see, and therefore price, yourself accordingly? I've been having so many conversations with clients over the last couple - [Niche Is A Dirty Word](https://janinegarner.com.au/niche-is-a-dirty-word/) - When it comes to business advice, one word often gets thrown around like the holy grail: niche.It's supposed to be the key to success, the magic formula that unlocks endless streams of clients and profits. But what if I told you that "niche" isn't all it's cracked up to be? Let's face it: niche is - [3 Things You Must Do To Convert Your Ideal Clients](https://janinegarner.com.au/3-things-you-must-do-to-convert-your-ideal-clients/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au These days, getting sales proposals over the line is tough. We find ourselves bending over backwards to impress our potential clients, only to see a significant lag in their decision-making. Worse, though - - [What I Can’t Tell My Girlfriends…](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-i-cant-tell-my-girlfriends/) - Ever feel like nobody quite grasps the journey you're on? It's a common experience for many successful women in business. As we rise, we often find ourselves outgrowing old connections or opportunities and seeking new networks that truly see, hear, and celebrate our achievements. The path to success can be a lonely one. As we - [Complexity Fails, Simplicity Scales](https://janinegarner.com.au/complexity-fails-simplicity-scales/) - The business world can often feel like it’s dominated by constant noise and information overload. And with new trends and marketing strategies popping up every single day, simplicity often gets overlooked in the pursuit of growth and success. Yet, contrary to popular belief, simplicity scales, while complexity fails. Today I wanted to unpack with you - [Are You On Autopilot Or Are You Purposefully Building Your Dream?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-on-autopilot-or-are-you-purposefully-building-your-dream/) - Are you on autopilot? No really, are you? It’s easy to fall into the trap of conformity without even noticing. I’ve been there myself. There were times in my corporate journey when I realised I was just doing what was expected of me and following the cookie-cutter approach to business. This may be an easy - [Are You Suffering From Shiny Stuff Syndrome?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-suffering-from-shiny-stuff-syndrome/) - Are you constantly chasing after the next big thing, only to find yourself overwhelmed and burned out? You might be suffering from "Shiny Stuff Syndrome", 3 deadly S’s, a disease of distraction that plagues many business owners. Does the average day in your business look something like this? You're scrolling through your social media feed, - [10 Actions To Propel Your Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/10-actions-to-propel-your-business-2/) - I’ve been having a lot of conversations over the last few weeks with clients who are feeling overwhelmed and stretched in multiple directions in their businesses. This is such a common problem, where despite our best efforts, we find ourselves in a whirlwind of busyness. And keeping busy doesn’t necessarily move the dial forward. I’m - [Harnessing Your Unique Genius - The Key to Your Success](https://janinegarner.com.au/harnessing-your-unique-genius-the-key-to-your-success/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Do you struggle with being unnoticed or playing small in life? Do you feel like the world’s best-kept secret? Is the key to your success always just out of reach? If so, you're - [4 Questions You Should Ask to Elevate Your Leadership](https://janinegarner.com.au/4-questions-you-should-ask-to-elevate-your-leadership/) - As a leader, how many times have you found yourself overwhelmed, spinning in circles and unsure of the right direction to take? In a world that pushes us to succeed, get ahead and do more, it can become impossible at times to see the forest for the trees. We become so engrossed with the details - [Networking events are a waste of time](https://janinegarner.com.au/networking-events-are-a-waste-of-time/) - How many business cards have you collected at networking events that you’ve never done anything with? And if we take that a step further, how many networking events have you gone to that have felt completely transactional? You don’t learn anything new, the connections you make don’t go anywhere, and it all feels like a - [Overcoming Shiny Stuff Syndrome](https://janinegarner.com.au/overcoming-shiny-stuff-syndrome/) - If you find yourself constantly chasing after the next big thing, feeling overwhelmed, and struggling to finish anything, you might be suffering from Shiny Stuff Syndrome. This disease of distraction plagues many business owners. It's like being a kid in a candy store, but instead of sweets, you’re surrounded by shiny new business strategies. Think - [Your Comfort Zone is Keeping You Stuck with Sue Rosen](https://janinegarner.com.au/your-comfort-zone-is-keeping-you-stuck-with-sue-rosen/) - Have you ever had a dream for your life, only to find yourself stuck in fear and unable to pursue it? Stepping into the unknown can be a scary thing, but nothing will propel you towards your goals faster than pushing past your comfort zone. Today’s guest, Sue Rosen, knows the fear of breaking free - [Unreasonable Excellence: Going Above and Beyond in Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/unreasonable-excellence-going-above-and-beyond-in-business/) - If you could be unreasonable about something in your business or in your career, what would it be and why? Now, when I say unreasonable, I’m not talking about an unwillingness to cooperate. I’m talking about unreasonable excellence, the area in your business for which you go above and beyond the call of duty. The - [5 Ways To Deepen Working Relationships](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-ways-to-deepen-working-relationships/) - Have you ever stopped to think about what you truly know about the people you work with? Beyond the daily tasks and project requirements, how much do you actually understand about your colleagues and clients? It’s easy to get caught up in calendar commitments and project plans, but shifting your focus towards truly knowing the - [Ep 143 - Your Heart Speech Will Make the Difference with Amy Yamada](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-143-your-heart-speech-will-make-the-difference-with-amy-yamada/) - “Inside all of us there lies a message only we ca… - [Ep 142 - Mastering The Art Of Boundary Management With Heather Roberts](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-142-mastering-the-art-of-boundary-management-with-heather-roberts/) - Hello, and welcome to this week's episode of Unle… - [Ep 141 - The Things We Learn In Times Of Transition w/ Michelle Gregory](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-141-the-things-we-learn-in-times-of-transition-w-michelle-gregory/) - “As I reflect on the last 10 years and what's tha… - [Ep 140 - New Ways Of Working With Lynne Cazaly](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-140-new-ways-of-working-with-lynne-cazaly/) - She is an international keynote speaker and award… - [Ep 139 - From Corporate Executive to building a Social Enterprise w/ Jonathan Salib.](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-139-from-corporate-executive-to-building-a-social-enterprise-w-jonathan-salib/) - When a former boss said, “Having all the success … - [Ep 138 - Own Your Spotlight II 3 Questions To Ask Yourself](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-138-own-your-spotlight-ii-3-questions-to-ask-yourself/) - Do you struggle with blending into the background… - [Ep 137 - From Trailer And Trauma To Triumph with Jade Green](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-137-from-trailer-and-trauma-to-triumph-with-jade-green/) - ‘Life is a choice. It is what YOU choose.” Jade … - [Ep 136 - 7 Business Success Habits with Janine](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-136-7-business-success-habits-with-janine/) - Imagine if you could sit down with a multiple 7-f… - [Ep 135 - Beautiful Not Broken With Bec Chappell](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-135-beautiful-not-broken-with-bec-chappell/) - t’s such a gift to witness the growth of others a… - [Ep 134 - It's Time To Say NO More](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-134-its-time-to-say-no-more/) - How many times have you said 'Yes' to something, … - [Ep 133 - Level up your leadership with Maree Burgess](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-133-level-up-your-leadership-with-maree-burgess/) - Level up your leadership with Maree Burgess How … - [Ep 132 - 7 Business Success Habits](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-132-7-business-success-habits/) - 7 Business Success Habits - I recently interviewe… - [Ep 131 - Your Imposter Syndrome Is Serving No-One](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-131-your-imposter-syndrome-is-serving-no-one/) - SOLO EPISODE | Your Imposter Syndrome Is Serving … - [Ep 130 - Double Down don't Chase Shiny stuff](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-130-double-down-dont-chase-shiny-stuff/) - Solo Episode – Doubling Down vs Lost in the Shiny… - [Ep 129 – Trust, Authenticity and Courage with Linda McGregor](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-129-trust-authenticity-and-courage-with-linda-mcgregor/) - Cheesy, Ziggy, Benny and Funky George are four of… - [The True Key to Success](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-true-key-to-success/) - Have you ever found yourself asking this question: “Why can they do it and I can’t?” Now, before you start feeling dejected and discouraged, let me tell you the truth about success. It’s not about being lucky! I know some women feel like there are people who just have it easy. But trust me, they - [Ep 128 - Mentally Wellthy With Donna Thistlewaite](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-128-mentally-wellthy-with-donna-thistlewaite/) - In 2012 Donna Thistlethwaite experienced a mental… - [Ep 127 - On The Other Side Of The Mic with Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-127-on-the-other-side-of-the-mic-with-janine-garner/) - For something different Rebecca Saunders intervie… - [Ep 126 - Turning Your Vision Into Reality W. Kylie Ryan](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-126-turning-your-vision-into-reality-w-kylie-ryan/) - Kylie Ryan is a Performance Coach for visionary l… - [Attracting business success](https://janinegarner.com.au/attracting-business-success/) - Today, I want to share with you how you can attract long-lasting business success. And it starts with doing this important step: Realise how powerful your mind can be! Now, I know that sounds simple… But it’s surprising to know that a lot of people struggle with this. So, why does this happen? You see, - [How to handle failure like a true leader](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-handle-failure-like-a-true-leader/) - Failure. It’s part of running a business. No matter how good you are, you’re going to experience failure sometime. And there’ll be times when it won’t be caused by you. For instance, maybe someone in your team made a mistake and it caused something to fail in the business. But since you’re the leader, it’s - [Gain Perspective - It’s okay to look back](https://janinegarner.com.au/gain-perspective-its-okay-to-look-back/) - I always believed that to have growth in your business or personal life, you need to keep learning. But don’t just look for new learnings… Look at your past to understand the lessons that shaped you. To gain perspective and understanding. Let me explain why this is important when you’re trying to build your business. - [The power of small daily habits](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-power-of-small-daily-habits/) - Let’s do a quick exercise: I want you to think about the small habits you do daily. Why does it matter, you ask? Well, it’s because those small habits are what will determine if you can make the big vision you have for your business a reality. I remember talking about this with Sarah Pavillard, - [Quit giving into pressure - success is your responsibility](https://janinegarner.com.au/quit-giving-into-pressure-success-is-your-responsibility/) - I think it’s harder for women to live in these modern times. In the past, they were expected to focus on the home. They have to keep the house clean. They have to make sure the kids are okay. They have to cater to the needs of their partners. But now? Women are expected to - [Why you need to start putting yourself first](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-you-need-to-start-putting-yourself-first/) - “I’ve got such a big vision for my business, but I’m not getting anywhere near it. What am I doing wrong?” I can’t recall how many times I’ve encountered women struggling with this. These female entrepreneurs can’t seem to take their business to where they envisioned it to be. They’ve tried so many things. They - [Ep 125 - Creating A Gift Mindset With Renée Giarrusso](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-125-creating-a-gift-mindset-with-renee-giarrusso/) - My latest guest, Renée Giarrusso, asks: What i… - [Unleash your brilliance to the world](https://janinegarner.com.au/unleash-your-brilliance-to-the-world/) - Do you know what unleashing your brilliance really means? I had Lisa O’Neill, an expert on personal leadership, as my guest in one of my podcasts. And she shared with me something interesting about it. When I asked her how she would define that concept, she said it’s not just about living the life you - [Making the right business decisions under pressure](https://janinegarner.com.au/making-the-right-business-decisions-under-pressure/) - Think about the last time you made a decision under pressure. It’s a hard task, isn’t it? As business owners, our decisions are very important. After all, it can make or break our business. And it won’t just affect the growth of the business. It’ll also affect the lives of your team and their families. - [Own your ignorant truth](https://janinegarner.com.au/own-your-ignorant-truth/) - “Own your ignorant truth.” That was something that I learned from a conversation with Tracey Ezard. She’s an author and an advocate of having a culture of collaboration and learning in the workplace. According to her, we should all learn to own our ignorant truth. But what does ignorant truth mean? This is what Tracey - [Start taking ownership](https://janinegarner.com.au/start-taking-ownership/) - No matter what you’re going through… Even if you’re dealing with one issue after another… You can succeed even if your world is falling apart! How? By taking ownership of your life and the situation. What do I mean by that? It means you have to take responsibility for everything that’s happening around you. For - [How to be in a state of constant growth](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-be-in-a-state-of-constant-growth/) - Do you know who you are? I’m sure you’ve encountered this question several times in the past. And I’m just curious… How do you answer this question? Here’s what I think. We all try to have this idea of who we are. After all, we should know ourselves, right? We should be the best judge - [Ep 124 - Worthy, Stop Mauling Your Mojo With Maree Mcpherson](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-124-worthy-stop-mauling-your-mojo-with-maree-mcpherson/) - What would compassion and love allow you to do if… - [3-Step Process to Get Clients’ Attention](https://janinegarner.com.au/3-step-process-to-get-clients-attention/) - Tell me the truth… Do your ideal clients notice you? I asked because even if you’ve got the perfect offer and the solution to their problem… All that won’t matter if you can’t get your clients to see it! You need to make your business stand out. The truth is, there are just so many - [The Lifeblood of Your Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-lifeblood-of-your-business/) - I have a question… What do you think is the lifeblood of your business? By lifeblood, I mean that one thing that you need in order to build a successful business. Sure you need knowledge, expertise, and skills… You need a great team behind you who’s helping you manage the day-to-day tasks… You need capital - [Finding Collaboration in the Workplace](https://janinegarner.com.au/finding-collaboration-in-the-workplace/) - Collaboration. For some businesses, this doesn’t come easy. But imagine the things that your business can accomplish with a collaborative environment. If every single team member can collaborate - [Ep 123 - Stepping Into Your Spotlight W. Rebecca Saunders, Video Ninja And Strategist](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-123-stepping-into-your-spotlight-w-rebecca-saunders-video-ninja-and-strategist/) - From being bullied in the schoolyard for being an… - [The Four Key People You Need in Your Network](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-four-key-people-you-need-in-your-network/) - Here’s the big secret about building a powerful network: It’s about quality, not quantity! Unfortunately, so many business owners focus on bringing as many people as possible into their networks. Maybe you’re the same… While the numbers may look good, the fact is that massive networks confine you to having superficial conversations with people - [The BEST investment you’ll make!](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-best-investment-youll-make-2/) - I’ve got a secret to tell you! And it’s a secret that can really change your life for the better. It’ll lead to huge rewards. Not to mention give you the life that you’ve always dreamed of! Here it is... Invest in YOURSELF. Let me tell you the truth about success. It starts with YOU. - [Unleash (and inspire) brilliance!](https://janinegarner.com.au/unleash-and-inspire-brilliance/) - True leaders bring out the best in others. But what does that mean? It means that as a leader, you need to create space for your team… To learn… To grow… And to continually evolve… Gone are the days when leaders act as the sole decision-makers. Now, you have to be open to co-create and - [Your Network Matters Most](https://janinegarner.com.au/your-network-matters-most/) - There’s an adage that most of you will have heard before: “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” If you think about it, that adage is more relevant now than it has ever been before. We live in a world where jobs are being taken before they’re advertised… Collaborations seem to just pop - [Ep 122 - Big Thinking, Big Vision, Big Plans With Sarah Pavillard](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-122-big-thinking-big-vision-big-plans-with-sarah-pavillard/) - “If the fire is in you explore, experiment and fi… - [Attach emotion to your message](https://janinegarner.com.au/attach-emotion-to-your-message/) - In a recent episode of my podcast, I had a chance to talk to the brilliant James Cooper. Now, James is a corporate filmmaker and documentarian. And he specialises in helping businesses create films that allow them to connect with their audience on a deeper level. And during our conversation, he revealed to me that - [Why are you doing this?](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-are-you-doing-this/) - Have you ever seen Simon Sinek’s TED Talk about the idea of the Golden Circle? The main theme that has always stuck with me: Start with “why.” As business owners, we often get focused on what we do and how we do it. Think about it. When a customer comes calling, we’re quick to tell - [If fear wasn't in the way](https://janinegarner.com.au/if-fear-wasnt-in-the-way-2/) - I had the amazing Melissa Browne as a guest on one of my recent podcasts. We talked about her business journey and all the amazing things she’s achieved since she’s become a self-proclaimed “accidental entrepreneur”. But of all the topics we covered in our conversation, it was something she said about fear that really stuck - [Ambition - It's Time To Claim Yours](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-time-to-claim-you-ambition/) - Remember the dreams and ambition you had for yourself as you were growing up, or when you finally graduated and stepped out in the world? Remember when you decided the type of leader you would be or business owner? Remember the things you used to do that would make your heart sing or laugh so - [Ep 121 - Leadership Excellence With Karen Faehndrich](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-121-leadership-excellence-with-karen-faehndrich/) - Karen Faehndrich’s ethos is: “Dwell on possibili… - [No-one Wins Going it Alone](https://janinegarner.com.au/no-one-wins-going-it-alone/) - In April last year, I found myself sat in the shower, tears pouring down my face. The realization had hit that I was going to have to attempt to launch my latest book, Be Brilliant, in the middle of a pandemic where the majority of us weren't feeling spectacularly brilliant at all. Traditional book retailing and marketing - [Is self doubt sabotaging your success... like it did for me?](https://janinegarner.com.au/is-self-doubt-sabotaging-your-success-like-it-did-for-me/) - Despite rising through the ranks, self-doubt always told me I wasn’t smart enough, savvy enough, brave enough or good enough to be there. I was born to a working-class, farming family in a small village called Guiseley in Yorkshire in the north of England. My dad was a poultry farmer and my stay-at-home mum juggled - [Ep 120 - Embracing Imperfection with Michelle Cox](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-120-embracing-imperfection-with-michelle-cox/) - Michelle Cox is a corporate turned creative with … - [Ep 119 - Great Handbag – don’t forget your Briefcase with Antoinette Colbran](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-119-great-handbag-dont-forget-your-briefcase-with-antoinette-colbran/) - A combination of fortune, luck and what makes you… - [Ep 118 - Building a Million Dollar Micro Business w: Tina Tower](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-118-building-a-million-dollar-micro-business-w-tina-tower/) - Tina Tower is an award-winning, serial entreprene… - [Ep 117 - Your Story Is The Very Thing That Will Move People w: James Cooper](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-117-your-story-is-the-very-thing-that-will-move-people-w-james-cooper/) - James Cooper is a filmmaker and videographer. He … - [Ep 116 - The Leading Edge with Holly Ransom](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-116-the-leading-edge-with-holly-ransom/) - Holly Ransom is a globally renowned content curat… - [Feeling exhausted? 5 ways to get back in control](https://janinegarner.com.au/feeling-exhausted-5-ways-to-get-back-in-control/) - How are you feeling right now?How are you really feeling right now?How are you really, really feeling right now?Many of my clients and friends are well and truly ‘skidding in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out’, as Hunter S Thompson wrote. Although they’re not shouting ‘Wow! What a ride!’ but rather riding - [Ep 115 – Design the life you want with Melissa Browne](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-115-design-the-life-you-want-with-melissa-browne/) - Melissa Browne is an ex-accountant, ex-financial … - [Ep 114 - How to change and control your relationship with fear w: Dr Amy Silver](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-114-how-to-change-and-control-your-relationship-with-fear-w-dr-amy-silver/) - Does fear stop you from doing the very thing you … - [Celebrate the small stuff](https://janinegarner.com.au/celebrate-the-small-stuff-and-achieve-more/) - Why you’ve got to celebrate the small wins to fuel the feeling of momentum and achievement. I started working with Rebecca Saunders about 4 years ago and was immediately blown away by her big picture thinking and can do, action oriented approach to running her business. ‘I want to hit $1 million in sales revenue - [Ep 113 - Finding Purpose Through Heartbreak w: Nikki Shah, founder & CEO MyMuse](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-113-finding-purpose-through-heartbreak-w-nikki-shah-founder-ceo-mymuse/) - Ep 113 - Finding Purpose Through Heartbreak w/ Ni… - [Ep 112 - DARE TO BE DIFFERENT w: Sandro Forte](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-112-dare-to-be-different-w-sandro-forte/) - Not to be discouraged by some challenges during t… - [Ep 111 - The Power of Stories in Business w: Gabrielle Dolan](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-111-the-power-of-stories-in-business-w-gabrielle-dolan/) - Gabrielle Dolan can tell a story or two and she s… - [Why Being the Smartest In the Room is the #1 Reason We Stay Stuck](https://janinegarner.com.au/a-learning-mindset-is-key-to-growth/) - Have you ever found yourself in a conversation where you felt completely out of your depth? What about in a learning environment and feeling like the most stupid person in the room? This is exactly how I felt sitting in a classroom at Harvard Kennedy Business School with 60 people from 22 different countries - out - [Ep 110 - The Challenges Of The Leadership Gap W: Shane Hatton](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-110-the-challenges-of-the-leadership-gap-w-shane-hatton/) - What’s the biggest contribution you can leave on … - [Progress is a Game of Inches](https://janinegarner.com.au/progress-is-a-game-of-inches-the-power-of-consistent-daily-success-habits/) - This last week I’ve been reminded about the power of habits to achieve progress and in particular how progress is actually a game of inches, of incremental steps towards goals. This weekend, I did a little happy dance as I got one step closer to my “run 10 kms before I turn 50 in June” - [Ep 109 - How data can unlock brilliance w: Elisa Choy, CEO Maven Data](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-109-how-data-can-unlock-brilliance-w-elisa-choy-ceo-maven-data/) - Elisa has predicted the future many times. She … - [Loneliness. The hidden dark side of entrepreneurship.](https://janinegarner.com.au/loneliness-the-hidden-dark-side-of-entrepreneurship/) - Who would step in for you when the SxxT hits the fan? Do you know what sucks? Vertigo. Some of you might have had this fun experience when you've had the flu or other illnesses. Or you might be like me and suffer from inner ear issues from time to time. Vertigo can be debilitating - [Ep 108 - How to be better at the NOW of work w: Donna McGeorge.](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-108-how-to-be-better-at-the-now-of-work-w-donna-mcgeorge/) - It was fabulous to hear the multiple facets of Do… - [Recharge or Burnout - You Choose](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-you-need-to-recharge-to-perform-at-your-best/) - Why you must recharge your personal battery pack to perform at your best Those last few days before the Easter break were tough and I was in desperate need of a recharge. Work was mental but I wasn’t complaining. Travel and in person events had started up - yeah! New online programs had meant many - [How to Improve Your Networking Skills in 5 Easy Steps](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-ways-to-improve-your-networking-skills/) - Everyone needs a network. Whether you are a recent graduate hunting for your first job, a manager who has scored a promotion, an author looking for speaking opportunities or a consultant looking for new business development leads everyone needs to improve their networking skills to ensure they are building the right network. In fact, no matter what - [BE BRILLIANT - BY JANINE GARNER](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-network-with-confidence-with-janine-garner-2-2/) - Here is the Four Laws Model Janine talks about. Enter the draw for a free copy of Be Brilliant by Janine Garner here or by commenting below sharing what you will try or do differently after hearing from Janine or follow us on instagram #booksthatwork. Enter by Sunday 28 March. Get your own copy of - [Ep 107 - Work does not have to be about survival w: Paul Farina](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-107-work-does-not-have-to-be-about-survival-w-paul-farina/) - Obsessed with helping high-achievers progress the… - [Ep 106 - Mastering the muscle of humanity w: Kiri-Maree Moore](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-106-mastering-the-muscle-of-humanity-w-kiri-maree-moore/) - Imagine Sir Richard Branson tapping you on the ar… - [Ep 105 - Millennial Leadership w: Felicity Furey, Award-winning Business Leader,Engineer](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-105-millennial-leadership-w-felicity-furey-award-winning-business-leaderengineer/) - I first met Felicity when we were sharing a stage… - [A Letter to my 15 Year Old Daughter on IWD 2021](https://janinegarner.com.au/a-letter-to-my-15-year-old-daughter-on-iwd-2021/) - Two years ago, in recognition of International Women’s Day, I wrote a letter to you, Taya, my 13-year-old daughter. This year, as we celebrate IWD2021 and I sit and percolate the #choosetochallenge theme, I can’t help but think about you, the last 18 months and all that you've experienced. You are now 15, almost - [How to Network with Confidence! – with Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-network-with-confidence-with-janine-garner/) - Are you ready to get stuck into 2021 with motivation, positive energy, and some kick-@ss goals? Then we have the podcast episode for YOU! Join us on our first episode of the year where we’ll dive into the 5 best confidence-building techniques to help you make 2021 your best year yet! Want to prepare - [How to Network with Confidence! – with Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-network-with-confidence-with-janine-garner-2/) - Are you ready to get stuck into 2021 with motivation, positive energy, and some kick-@ss goals? Then we have the podcast episode for YOU! Join us on our first episode of the year where we’ll dive into the 5 best confidence-building techniques to help you make 2021 your best year yet! Want to prepare - [Ep 104 - The truth about confidence and what it really takes w: Erika Cramer, Queen of Confidence](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-104-the-truth-about-confidence-and-what-it-really-takes-w-erika-cramer-queen-of-confidence/) - My favourite quote from this podcast is, ‘Perfect… - [How to turn fear into your friend](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-turn-fear-in-to-your-friend/) - I was once asked in an interview, ‘What do you fear the most?’ Honestly, so many things—snakes, spiders, sharks, being underground—but most of all I fear failure. But as opposed to this freezing me into inaction it’s actually the one thing that has kept me going through the highs and lows. It’s my motivator: it - [Networking Effectiveness - which level are you at?](https://janinegarner.com.au/networking-effectiveness-the-3-stages/) - There are 3 levels of networking effectiveness - at which level are you networking? Much like we regularly take stock of our personal finances, our health and well-being, our personal development, our career or our business plans, we need to also regularly take stock of the effectiveness of how we are networking. You may be - [Are you at risk of putting the hard WORK in to ‘Networking’?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-at-risk-of-putting-the-hard-work-in-to-networking/) - Overwhelm, over complication and being over-stretched are make networking hard work. The result? We give up and the negative impact on our business and career performance effects success. “When the economy is good networking is important. In tough times or tough job markets, networking is essential.” - Orville Pearson​ I couldn't agree more. So why - [Ep 103 - Stepping in to the Spotlight w: Nicola Moras.](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-103-stepping-in-to-the-spotlight-w-nicola-moras/) - Nicola believes that too many of us are selling o… - [How to reach out and connect with someone for the first time](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-reach-out-to-people/) - Imagine for a second that you've identified someone you'd love to reach out and connect with because you'd like them to be part of your network - the question is how? How do you reach out in a way that is more than a "let's connect" click? In a way that is respectful and maximises - [Ep 102 - Building a culture of innovation w: Ben Frederiksen](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-102-building-a-culture-of-innovation-w-ben-frederiksen/) - Ben Frederiksen has been a member of the Leadersh… - [Ep 101 - Creating a Thriving Mind w: Dr Jenny Brockis](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-101-creating-a-thriving-mind-w-dr-jenny-brockis/) - I was once asked – “What do you do for fun, Janin… - [You have your plan for 2021 – now what?](https://janinegarner.com.au/you-have-your-plan-for-2021-now-what/) - I have no doubt that by now many of you have made plans, set goals and identified those projects that matter to you for 2021. You may have determined what you don’t want to do or take into this year and on the flipside committed to the things you want to change. Some of you - [Janine Garner: Unleashing Brilliance with Sandro Forte](https://janinegarner.com.au/janine-garner-unleashing-brilliance-with-sandro-forte/) - Janine Garner is a global thought leader on powerful networking, collaboration and transformational leadership. She is obsessed with unleashing the brilliance in individuals, teams and companies, helping others reclaim and reignite their influence.As an expert in connected leadership, Janine specialises in building high performing leaders and teams to create extraordinary results. She has 20+ years - [Ep 100 - Purpose, Entrepreneur and Emotional resilience with Naomi Simson](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-100-purpose-entrepreneur-and-emotional-resilience-with-naomi-simson/) - A true business leader and influencer, Naomi Sims… - [Ep 099 - Pragmatic Thinking with Alison Hill](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-099-pragmatic-thinking-with-alison-hill/) - Constantly curious, forever the student and passi… - [2020: And so this is Christmas...and another lockdown for me](https://janinegarner.com.au/2020-and-so-this-is-christmas-and-another-lockdown-for-me/) - “So this is Christmas And what have you done Another year over And a new one just begun” John Lennon Yep, it’s time to take some time off to hang with my little tribe of amazingness to rejuvenate from what has been one helluva year. The mental fatigue is very real right now. On Thursday - [Imposter Syndrome Is Real - the shadow that creeps up on us when we least expect it](https://janinegarner.com.au/imposter-syndrome-is-real-the-shadow-that-creeps-up-on-us-when-we-least-expect-it/) - Are we ever good enough? Like, really? It’s like we have a pet gremlin, an inner critic, living inside our heads, feeding on our inner dialogue: ‘Are you sure you can do this?’ ‘Do you think you’re good enough?’ ‘What if you fail?’ ‘What’s everyone else doing?’ I’ve lost track of how many times these - [Ep 098 - Ferocious Warmth Leadership w: Tracey Ezard](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-098-ferocious-warmth-leadership-w-tracey-ezard/) - What if you were told that your own Ignorant Trut… - [The barriers to your brilliance - How to stop exhaustion and blame getting in the way of your success](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-barriers-to-your-brilliance/) - Over the last few weeks, on endless repeat, my clients have been saying, “I’m so tired”, “This feeling of exhaustion is real”, “I'm so over this year”, “I can’t even begin to plan next year because my brain is so fried”. I’ll be honest - I’ve had to dig deep these last few weeks and - [Ep 097 - Digital evolution and start-up lessons w: Kelly Slessor](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-097-digital-evolution-and-start-up-lessons-w-kelly-slessor/) - How do you determine what feedback to listen to w… - [You Need Fuel Too](https://janinegarner.com.au/you-need-fuel-too/) - There is no doubt that your current successes and failures provide the foundation for what you know today. But when you overlay continuous investment in your personal development and what you already know, this will develop your competitive edge and accelerate growth personally and professionally...regardless of what’s happening in the economy or around you. Jobs, - [Make Others Feel Amazing](https://janinegarner.com.au/make-others-feel-amazing-2/) - YOU have the capacity to change someone else’s reality about themselves, their work and their environment every day. Every day leadership is an action every single one of us has the option to choose. Michelle Gregory is the co-founder and director of the online business Promotion Products, based in Brisbane, Australia. Over the past couple - [Ep 096 - Doing The Impossible w: Jen Brown](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-096-doing-the-impossible-w-jen-brown/) - Doing The Impossible w/ Jen Brown Jen Brown know… - [Janine Garner: Unleashing Brilliance, Being Bold & Leading A Life Of Influence (Episode 25)](https://janinegarner.com.au/janine-garner-unleashing-brilliance-being-bold-leading-a-life-of-influence-episode-25-2/) - Janine Garner is a global thought leader on powerful networking, collaboration and transformational leadership. She is obsessed with unleashing the brilliance in individuals, teams and companies, helping others reclaim and reignite their influence.As an expert in connected leadership, Janine specialises in building high performing leaders and teams to create extraordinary results. She has 20+ years experience - [Episode 65: Janine Garner – How to be Brilliant](https://janinegarner.com.au/episode-65-janine-garner-how-to-be-brilliant/) - Janine is a global thought leader on powerful networking, collaboration, and leadership, a business growth expert, best selling author, and keynote speaker. If you want more but you’re overwhelmed, stuck, and not sure how to make it happen – this episode will give you key steps to move forward. In this conversation, we - [Ep 095 - Business Excellence w: Andrew Baxter](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-095-business-excellence-w-andrew-baxter/) - Andrew Baxter is one of Australia’s most trusted … - [How Leaders Can Manage The Battle Between Distraction And Focus](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-leaders-can-manage-the-battle-between-distraction-and-focus/) - A rocket to the moon with no plotted course will just go around and around in orbit, but a rocket with a plan and a program behind it, which takes into account the prevailing conditions and the mechanics of the mission, will be set to hit its target. In much the same way, keeping your - [Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson | Create Your Dream Career](https://janinegarner.com.au/be-brilliant-podcast-guesting-by-janine-garner-2/) - Jane Jackson interviews Janine Garner, author of Being Brilliant, on YOUR CAREER Podcast about her career journey. Listen here: Apple podcast - [Ep 094 - Working across a shrinking planet w: Kyle D. Hegarty](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-094-working-across-a-shrinking-planet-w-kyle-d-hegarty/) - Kyle Hegarty argues that whilst conversations hav… - [Ep 093 - Adopting a ultra marathon runner’s mindset - you’re your success w : Samantha Gash](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-093-adopting-a-ultra-marathon-runners-mindset-youre-your-success-w-samantha-gash/) - Imagine being an accomplished lawyer working for … - [How do we connect when we are disconnected?](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-do-we-connect-when-we-are-disconnected/) - https://youtu.be/4fpiXL7jZ-E Why is it that despite being more connected virtually than ever before I am having so many people telling me they are feeling disconnected? Are the networking skills that we used pre-Covid really that different now we are having to connect online? And if the skills are different what is it that we need - [Ep 092 - From Sydney to Miami - Building Your Dream Business w: Clint Salter](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-092-from-sydney-to-miami-building-your-dream-business-w-clint-salter/) - What happens when you align your lifelong passion… - [Ep 091 - Navigating Career Crossroads with Jane Jackson](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-091-navigating-career-crossroads-with-jane-jackson/) - Navigating Career Crossroads w/ Jane Jackson Whe… - [Who are you NOT to be brilliant?](https://janinegarner.com.au/who-are-you-not-to-be-brilliant/) - We all have to get better at being ourselves - we need you to be brilliant. Think about it: Without people being who they truly are, being their brilliant selves, we’ll never create the true heart and soul, the belonging that’s needed to turn the challenges of our present into the successes of our - [Ep 90 - Why loving your flaws is a part of being brilliant w: Sacha Coburn](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-90-why-loving-your-flaws-is-a-part-of-being-brilliant-w-sacha-coburn/) - Those that have achieved success are just like yo… - [Collaboration Matters But It's Hard](https://janinegarner.com.au/collaboration-matters-but-its-hard/) - This week I was asked to speak at the Victorian Tourism Industry Council conference on the subject of Collaboration Matters. (I share more about what I spoke about in the video above).There’s no doubt that when talented, highly motivated individuals with their diverse ideas, experiences and opinions work together on a shared objective, great things can be achieved.By - [Be Brilliant Podcast Guesting](https://janinegarner.com.au/be-brilliant-podcast-guesting-by-janine-garner/) - Super excited to guest on Business Leader Breakthrough podcast to chat all things Be Brilliant. Listen here: Apple Podcast Spotify Stitcher Castbox - [Ep 089 - Rebuilding YOU with Mark Wales](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-089-rebuilding-you-with-mark-wales/) - Rebuilding YOU from Special Ops veteran to entrep… - [Be Brilliant: How to Lead A Life of Influence](https://janinegarner.com.au/be-brilliant-how-to-lead-a-life-of-influence/) - There is no reason why we all cannot be brilliant. This is precisely what this book sets out to illustrate. Garner helps you to unlock your true potential. The global thought leader on powerful networking, collaboration and transformational leadership says it’s about “connection, collaboration and leadership that matter”. There’s also the capacity for teams to achieve - [Be Brilliant: How to Lead A Life of Influence](https://janinegarner.com.au/be-brilliant-how-to-lead-a-life-of-influence-2/) - There is no reason why we all cannot be brilliant. This is precisely what this book sets out to illustrate. Garner helps you to unlock your true potential. The global thought leader on powerful networking, collaboration and transformational leadership says it’s about “connection, collaboration and leadership that matter”. There’s also the capacity for teams to achieve - [We Spoke to Janine Garner, Author](https://janinegarner.com.au/we-spoke-to-janine-garner-author-2/) - As part of my series about the “Five Things You Need To Be A Highly Effective Leader During Turbulent Times,” I had the pleasure of interviewing Janine Garner. Janine Garner is the best-selling author of It’s Who You Know, From Me To We and her latest book Be Brilliant — how to lead a life of - [Fly your Flag - Unleash Brilliance](https://janinegarner.com.au/fly-your-flag-i-unleash-brilliance/) - Are you hiding your expertise like a squirrel hoards nuts? What about keeping your thoughts, ideas, and wisdom all to yourself hoping that someday someone may just by accident somehow stumble over you and do the job of bringing what you do to the world? Are you scared of sharing your thoughts, concerned about what - [Eye on the Moon](https://janinegarner.com.au/eye-on-the-moon/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LeTOb6KNCbI&t=3s Why you need to pay attention on where you focus? A rocket to the moon with no plotted course will just go around and around in orbit, but a rocket with a plan and a program behind it, which takes into account the prevailing conditions and the mechanics of the mission, will be - [Ep 088 - Me First with Kate Christie I CEO Time Stylers](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-088-me-first-with-kate-christie-i-ceo-time-stylers/) - Imagine if you could quit the ‘busy’. Imagine ge… - [Janine Garner, Be Brilliant – InnovaBuzz 327](https://janinegarner.com.au/janine-garner-be-brilliant-innovabuzz-327/) - Janine Garner, Be Brilliant In this episode, I’m really excited to have as my guest, Janine Garner, the best-selling author of It’s Who You Know, From Me to We and her latest book Be Brilliant – How to Lead a Life of Influence. Over the past two decades, Janine has worked with thousands of high-profile - [Be Brilliant with Janine Garner | Episode # 17](https://janinegarner.com.au/be-brilliant-with-janine-garner-episode-17/) - What does it mean to “be brilliant?” How can you manifest brilliance? What does brilliant even mean? The amazing Janine Garner is with us today to help guide us to becoming brilliant and answer these questions. Janine is the best-selling author of It’s Who You Know and From Me to We. She also has a new phenomenal book out called Be - [EP87 -THE KILLING OFF OF EGO AND RE - BIRTH OF IDENTITY W. Dominick Quartuccio](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep87-the-killing-off-of-ego-and-re-birth-of-identity-w-dominick-quartuccio/) - Dominick worked as an incredibly successful senio… - [Four ways to build your influence at work](https://janinegarner.com.au/four-ways-to-build-your-influence-at-work/) - The need to build your influence at work has never been stronger than it is today. We’re navigating a highly adaptive working life where change is always present. We’re bombarded with more information than we can cope with and we’re bogged down in processing data, so much so that we’re becoming desensitised or trying desperately - [News Articles and Magazine Compilations](https://janinegarner.com.au/news-articles-and-magazines/) - Here are PDfs of Be Brilliant magazine articles and releases! Millionairess Magazine Governance Directions May 2020 AFR Jun 2020 Accounting Technician Jul 2020 Holistic Bliss Jul 2020 MiNDFOOD July 2020 Q Magazine Jul 2020 Weekend Magazine QLD 11 Jul 2020 Training & Development Jul Aug 2020 Better Homes & Gardens Aug 2020 WN JG - [Let’s Start a Brilliance Pandemic](https://janinegarner.com.au/lets-start-a-brilliance-pandemic-2/) - Why we need to be the brilliant selves we can be, as individuals, leaders, teams, and businesses all wanting to do better, be better, become better, I was recently interviewed by Tony Nash, CEO, Booktopia for his podcast, Plugged & Unplanned. It was fabulous to chat about all things contribution, connection, legacy, and how to unlock our own superpowers. - [Three Big Ideas I took from the Book Be Brilliant by Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/three-big-ideas-i-took-from-the-book-be-brilliant-by-janine-garner/) - How to stop dimming your brilliance Source : Steph's Business Bookshelf Issued : July 7, 2020 - [Managing the post-COVID return to the office](https://janinegarner.com.au/managing-the-post-covid-return-to-the-office/) - While no-one could have foreseen how life and work would play out at the start of the year, many businesses are using this time as an opportunity to create new ways of working to better support staff – whether they are working at home, back in the office, juggling parenting or carer responsibilities, or home - [If You Want To Succeed You Need To Build Your Inner Circle](https://janinegarner.com.au/if-you-want-to-succeed-you-need-to-build-your-inner-circle/) - During this time of significant recovery and adaptive challenge where we are all paving a new path and navigating a re-imagined future, your personal inner circle is more critical than ever. We are all experiencing significant adaptive challenges of having to explore how to replace the complexities of work and the world around us with - [Fatigue is real: Care for you to function at your best](https://janinegarner.com.au/fatigue-is-real-care-for-you-to-function-at-your-best/) - In the case of an emergency, an oxygen mask will drop from a compartment above your head. Fit the mask to yourself first, and then assist others. We’re all pretty familiar with this instruction. Remember the last time you boarded a plane? Yet how many of us would actually adhere to this warning? I’m almost - [The importance of chasing progress over perfection](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-importance-of-chasing-progress-over-perfection/) - I have two friends, Alison and Sarah, who are both marathon runners. In 2018 they trained hard to run the New York City Marathon. Alison is a corporate executive and fitness fanatic, spending most weekends cycling or running. Alison had already clocked up five bike rides across Thailand totalling 3300 kilometres, raising money for charity. - [Why It’s Important to Continually Invest in Becoming Better](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-its-important-to-continually-invest-in-becoming-better-2/) - It continues to amaze me how many of us personally invest in financial planners to build financial freedom, trainers to create that perfect body, or meditation teachers for more balance, yet we still fail to personally invest in developing our own mastery. So many live in a life of stasis – of thinking we know - [Why building true engagement needs us to move from the head to the heart](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-building-true-engagement-needs-us-to-move-from-the-head-to-the-heart/) - Building engagement by moving from the head to the heart is about willingly engaging with diversity of thought, opinion, culture, and experience versus sitting comfortably only among those who think, believe and behave just like you, writes Janine Garner Every single one of us is so much more than our job titles, salaries, the cars - [Why building true engagement needs us to move from the head to the heart](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-building-true-engagement-needs-us-to-move-from-the-head-to-the-heart-2/) - Building engagement by moving from the head to the heart is about willingly engaging with diversity of thought, opinion, culture, and experience versus sitting comfortably only among those who think, believe and behave just like you, writes Janine Garner Every single one of us is so much more than our job titles, salaries, the cars - [Business Unusual: Four ways to navigate times of uncertainty](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-unusual-four-ways-to-navigate-times-of-uncertainty/) - Here’s four ideas to help you swim more easily in this powerful era of change. By Janine Garner. We teach our children surf safety and what to do if they’re caught in a rip. We teach our children to remain calm and not panic, to float or tread water until they can swim out of - [How to unleash the brilliance of your team](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-unleash-the-brilliance-of-your-team/) - For several years, I’ve had the honour of working with some of the best and brightest at a global technology firm. Every year, I’m blown away at the final graduation day as individuals bravely step up and present their innovative idea for the organisation to the CEO and leadership team. To witness their individual brilliance - [The opportunity cost of no - why we all need to get better at taking ownership of our businesses](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-opportunity-cost-of-no-why-we-all-need-to-get-better-at-taking-ownership-of-our-businesses/) - Janine Garner is the author of Be Brilliant – how to lead a life of influence (Wiley) and is a global thought leader on powerful networking, collaboration and transformational leadership. In this guest post, Garner argues that saying “no” is often hard but could be transformative for your business and your life… In 2011 I’d left my - [How to have better conversations during COVID-19](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-have-better-conversations-during-covid-19-3/) - As the pandemic continues to permeate every aspect of our lives, our conversations may start to feel like they’re getting stale and repetitive – if not anxiety-inducing. While there's no denying that staying informed is important, it seems that as our social calendars empty out, our chats with family and friends always regress back to - [Ep 086 - Human Performance w: Tony Wilson](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-086-human-performance-w-tony-wilson/) - Ever wondered what the difference is between thos… - [Ep 085 - You have the right to shine w: Terina Allen, CEO ARVis Institute](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-085-you-have-the-right-to-shine-w-terina-allen-ceo-arvis-institute/) - In this episode, my guest Terina Allen talks abou… - [Are you a Detractor, Deflector or Defeatist? How to overcome Blame-itis](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-a-detractor-deflector-or-defeatist-how-to-overcome-blame-itis/) - Do you always have an excuse? If you find yourself constantly making excuse for everything, it turns out you suffer from a case of Blame-itis. Here's how to overcome it and start owning up. It’s incredible how many people these days suffer from Blame-itis – the need to blame others, to work through an endless excuses list and - [How to exert influence over Zoom?](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-exert-influence-over-zoom/) - While the COVID-19 pandemic has forced professionals to embrace flexible working, it has created new challenges when it comes to getting ahead in your career. Source : AFR.com Issued : June 9, 2020 - [The rise of the introvert — or is it?](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-rise-of-the-introvert-or-is-it/) - Introverts have an inner resilience that fuels the ability to cope with this new world of working from home. However, do not overlook an introvert’s need for connection and deep conversation. This article outlines three suggestions for leaders to support the connection needs of the introverts in their team. Introversion and extroversion are at the - [4 tips for keeping calm & carrying on during the pandemic](https://janinegarner.com.au/4-tips-for-keeping-calm-carrying-on-during-the-pandemic/) - On Wednesday speaker and author Janine Garner joined Women’s Agenda publisher Angela Priestley for an online workshop in which they explored way to keep calm during the pandemic and maximise productivity during challenging times, while also maintaining mental and physical well being. “I find it hard to ask for help,” Garner admitted. “But it’s something we all need to practise.” - [Every ‘yes’ we commit to is a ‘no’ to something else: Time to consider opportunity costs](https://janinegarner.com.au/every-yes-we-commit-to-is-a-no-to-something-else-time-to-consider-opportunity-costs-2/) - Every ‘yes’ we commit to is a ‘no’ to something else: Time to consider opportunity costs In 2011 I’d left my well-paying corporate job to set up my own business. I jumped in with everything I had – time, an insane amount of energy and passion and a little bit of saved up cash. It - [What you need to know about imposter syndrome](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-you-need-to-know-about-imposter-syndrome/) - What you need to know about imposter syndrome We all seem to suffer from that voice inside our heads that tells us we're not good enough, or worthy of achieving our dreams. Author Janine Garner is today releasing a book which aims to help people with Imposter Syndrome. It is called Be Brilliant: How to - [Sky News Live Interview with Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-navigate-work-in-uncertain-times/) - Sky News Interview with Janine Garner SOURCE: Sky News - [The Business Power Hour with Deb Krier](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-business-power-hour-with-deb-krier/) - Janine is interviewd by Deb Krier on her Podcast The Business Power Hour on C - Suite Radio https://youtu.be/5QUkEqkrS-I SOURCE: The Business Powerhour with Deb Krier Date: August 22. 2020 - [Quit listening to the Inner Critic & Lessons from Mildred the Orangutan](https://janinegarner.com.au/quit-the-inner-critic/) - Are we ever good enough? Like, really? It’s like we have a pet gremlin, an inner critic, living inside our heads, feeding on our inner dialogue: ‘Are you sure you can do this?’ ‘Do you think you’re good enough?’ ‘What if you fail?’ ‘What’s everyone else doing?’ I’ve lost track of how many times these - [Why choosing to "Be Brilliant" is a competitive advantage for leaders today.](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-choosing-to-be-brilliant-is-a-competitive-advantage-for-leaders-today/) - Janine perfectly unpacks the idea echoed by Marianne Williamson when she wrote: “Who are you NOT to be brilliant?” More than ever this question needs to be asked and answered by leaders today. The pace and expectations of life and leadership have moved so fast we need to resume to both the picture of personal - [CEO Janine Garner reveals 4 things you must do to succeed at work](https://janinegarner.com.au/ceo-janine-garner-reveals-4-things-you-must-do-to-succeed-at-work/) - Janine Garner can clearly remember the moment an offhand comment from her young daughter made her rethink her life. At the time, she and her husband were working full time in demanding careers while juggling three kids under seven – and it was exhausting. Then one night during a family dinner, her then five-year-old turned - [Janine Garner - Be Brilliant](https://janinegarner.com.au/janine-garner-be-brilliant/) - When we’re stretching ourselves for something worthwhile, fear, doubt and difficulty inevitably turn up to drain our energy and derail our effort. Rather than accept the struggle and status quo, Janine Garner, in her new book Be Brilliant, shares how we can harness potential to lead a life of influence. SOURCE: Andrew Horsefield - [The Booktopia Books Podcast - Plugged & Unplanned 17 with Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/plugged-unplanned-17-janine-garner/) - Booktopia’s CEO Tony Nash sits down with Janine Garner, the Founder of LBDGroup (Little Black Dress Group), keynote speaker, educator, and best selling author. They discuss her brand new book, Be Brilliant, how to own who you really are, and unleash your inner brilliance. Books mentioned in this podcast: Janine Garner - Be Brilliant: How - [Conversations To Amplify & Inspire- How To Lead A Life of Influence](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-lead-a-life-of-influence/) - Podcast SOURCE: Kerryn Powell - [7 ways to stay connected in times of isolation](https://janinegarner.com.au/7-ways-to-stay-connected-in-times-of-isolation/) - Last Tuesday I ventured into the supermarket with my 11and 16-year old sons, Carter and Flynn. Fifteen minutes in and I could feel my anxiety levels rising as I absorbed the panic around me. Flynn became increasingly vocal about why people were buying more than they needed – “Why can’t people just buy what they - [Ep 084 - Sales recruitment, finding and managing talent w: Kara Atkinson](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-084-sales-recruitment-finding-and-managing-talent-w-kara-atkinson/) - Recruitment requires intimacy and deep connection… - [Business unusual: 4 ways to navigate times of uncertainty](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-unusual-4-ways-to-navigate-times-of-uncertainty-2/) - In Australia, we teach our children surf safety and what to do if they’re caught in a rip – a strong current of water that moves directly away from the shore that can very quickly drag you out to sea, writes Fortune 500 speaker and author of Be Brilliant, Janine Garner. We teach our - [Why We Need to Chase Progress Over Perfection](https://janinegarner.com.au/chase-progress-over-perfection/) - I have two friends, Alison and Sarah, who are both marathon runners. In 2018 they trained hard, individually, to run the New York City Marathon. Alison is a corporate executive and fitness fanatic, spending most weekends cycling or running—she tells me it’s her happy place. Alison’s already clocked up five bike rides across Thailand totalling - [Ep 083 - The evolution of a digital business w: Tony Nash, CEO Booktopia](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-083-the-evolution-of-a-digital-business-w-tony-nash-ceo-booktopia/) - Tony is an entrepreneur, Founder & CEO in online … - [Being Busy Isn’t Self Leadership - It’s An Excuse.](https://janinegarner.com.au/being-busy-is-an-excuse-2/) - If I were to ask ‘How are you?’, what are the chances your first response would be ‘busy’? Every person I speak to, everywhere I go, is running around like a maniac, zoom meeting to zoom meeting, email to email, with a diary packed to the hilt. We seem to have so many to-do lists - [Being Busy Isn’t Self Leadership - It’s An Excuse.](https://janinegarner.com.au/being-busy-is-an-excuse-3/) - If I were to ask ‘How are you?’, what are the chances your first response would be ‘busy’? Every person I speak to, everywhere I go, is running around like a maniac, zoom meeting to zoom meeting, email to email, with a diary packed to the hilt. We seem to have so many to-do lists - [Ep 082 - Be Brilliant I In her words w: Janine Garner I](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-082-be-brilliant-i-in-her-words-w-janine-garner-i/) - In this episode Kelly Irving interviews Janine Ga… - [Are You Brave Enough to Ask For Help?](https://janinegarner.com.au/be-brave-ask-for-help/) - A few weeks ago, I found myself sat in the shower, tears pouring down my face, as the realization hit that I was going to have to attempt to launch my new book, Be Brilliant, in the middle of a pandemic where the majority of us aren’t feeling that brilliant and traditional book retailing - [Ep 081 - My journey to Leadership w: Anne Jamieson](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-081-my-journey-to-leadership-w-anne-jamieson/) - Anne Jamieson has over 30 years’ experience in Se… - [Ep 080 - Chad Littlefield interviews Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-080-chad-littlefield-interviews-janine-garner/) - In this podcast, Chad Littlefield "turns the tabl… - [Let’s Start a Brilliance Pandemic](https://janinegarner.com.au/lets-start-a-brilliance-pandemic/) - Last week I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Tony Nash, CEO, Booktopia for his podcast, Plugged & Unplanned. It was fabulous to chat about all things contribution, connection, legacy, and how to unlock our own superpowers. At the end of our time together, Tony wrapped up the conversation talking to the contagion - [Arrive & Thrive Podcast - It’s who you know. Developing an Authentic and Strategic Network with Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/arrive-thrive-podcast-its-who-you-know-developing-an-authentic-and-strategic-network-with-janine-garner/) - It’s who you know. Developing an Authentic and Strategic Network with Janine Garner Episode Description Janine Garner is a thought leader in connection, strategic networking and transformational leadership. She has written three thought-provoking books, Me to We, It’s who you know and her latest which is due to come out this June, Be Brilliant. In - [Business Of Experience - Ep 06 Unleash your Inner Brilliance (Part 2)](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-of-experience-ep-06-unleash-your-inner-brilliance-2/) - Super excited to be joined by Janine Garner for this two-part podcast discussing how you can unleash your inner brilliance! Janine Garner is a Bestselling author, global authority on networking, collaboration and leadership Janine Garner the best-selling author of It’s Who You Know, From Me To We and her latest book Be Brilliant – how - [Four key people all businesses need for success](https://janinegarner.com.au/four-key-people-all-businesses-need-for-success/) - "Who is in your network and how much input or influence they have on what you are doing or trying to achieve is critical to your growth and success." At the 2019 Australian Open Novak Djokovic won the men’s tennis singles title for a record-breaking seventh time, said Janine Garner, a global thought leader on powerful - [How to have better conversations during COVID-19](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-have-better-conversations-during-covid-19-2-2/) - As the pandemic continues to permeate every aspect of our lives, our conversations may start to feel like they’re getting stale and repetitive – if not anxiety-inducing. While there's no denying that staying informed is important, it seems that as our social calendars empty out, our chats with family and friends always regress back to - [How to own your spotlight and achieve the success you deserve](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-own-your-spotlight-and-achieve-the-success-you-deserve/) - I had the pleasure of working with Ray Pittman when he was the President and CEO of CBRE ANZ. One day I asked him, what he has learned about himself over his career. He told me, ‘I think as I’ve gotten older and more experienced, I’ve realised who I am. I have certain strengths which - [Ep 079 - Deep Listening W: Oscar Trimboli](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-079-deep-listening-w-oscar-trimboli/) - Who are you ignoring in the workplace? What are … - [Barriers to Your Brilliance](https://janinegarner.com.au/barriers-to-your-brilliance/) - I reckon you are absolutely brilliant – I really do! But we’re all at risk of becoming the robots of life versus the humans of extraordinary evolution, where potential is unleashed and brilliance shines. Why? Because we let Fatigue and/or Blame-itis get in the way. These two enemies of our brilliance, Fatigue and Blame-itis - - [Ep 078 - Be Brilliant I Janine Garner I Chapter One](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-078-be-brilliant-i-janine-garner-i-chapter-one/) - Janine introduces her latest book release "Be Bri… - [Ep 077 - Attention Pays with Neen James](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-077-attention-pays-with-neen-james/) - Neen is the author of Folding TimeTM and her late… - [Ep 076 - Storytelling w: Gabrielle Dolan.](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-076-storytelling-w-gabrielle-dolan/) - Gabrielle Dolan can tell you a story or two. In … - [It’s OK To Have a Good Laugh At Yourself](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-ok-to-have-a-good-laugh-at-yourself/) - Why even in a crisis, laughter really is the best medicine. You know what? It’s OK to laugh at yourself. It’s OK to be imperfect, to not to be coping all the time and to even mess up a bit. It’s ok to say, ‘I’ve had enough, my Superhero cape is coming off, I’m parking - [Ep 075 - Diversity & Managing Imposter Syndrome w: Kirstin Ferguson.](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-075-diversity-managing-imposter-syndrome-w-kirstin-ferguson/) - Dr Kirstin Ferguson began her career at the Austr… - [Business Of Experience - Ep 06 Unleash your Inner Brilliance](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-of-experience-ep-06-unleash-your-inner-brilliance/) - Super excited to be joined by Janine Garner for this two-part podcast discussing how you can unleash your inner brilliance! Janine Garner is a Bestselling author, global authority on networking, collaboration and leadership Janine Garner the best-selling author of It’s Who You Know, From Me To We and her latest book Be Brilliant – how - [Fatigue Is Real](https://janinegarner.com.au/fatigue-is-real/) - How To Care For You So You Can Function At Your Best In the case of an emergency, an oxygen mask will drop from a compartment above your head. Fit the mask to yourself first, and then assist others. We’re all pretty familiar with this instruction. Remember the last time you boarded a plane? Yet - [Ep 074 - Create leaders that can & teams that care w- Rohan Dredge](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-074-create-leaders-that-can-teams-that-care-w-rohan-dredge/) - Have you ever thought about your life as seasons?… - [Ep 073 - 10 Seconds Of Courage W: Nadine Champion](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-073-10-seconds-of-courage-w-nadine-champion/) - Have you ever found yourself asking, ‘Can I? Coul… - [Your Network Will Suffer – Unless You Invest In It](https://janinegarner.com.au/your-network-will-suffer-unless-you-invest-in-it/) - How to be more intentional about networking during these times of increased isolation Back in 2014 Leah Kitolah connected with me via LinkedIn and after reviewing her profile I clicked “yes, let’s connect”. It wasn’t until last year when Leah reached out for help that our connection evolved from one that was highly transactional (a - [What to do if you’ve lost your job to the coronavirus crisis](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-to-do-if-youve-lost-your-job-to-the-coronavirus-crisis-2/) - Being unemployed is tough at the best of times, but being unemployed during a pandemic only makes finding a new job even harder as you jostle with several more candidates than usual for the same role. If you are out of work, the government has announced two different stimulus payments – the $550 Coronavirus Supplement - [Ep 072 - Building Trust & Connection w: Chad Littlefield](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-072-building-trust-connection-w-chad-littlefield/) - Are you sipping or gulping your connection with o… - [Business Unusual: 4 ways to navigate times of uncertainty](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-unusual-4-ways-to-navigate-times-of-uncertainty/) - In Australia we teach our children surf safety and what to do if they’re caught in a rip – a strong current of water that moves directly away from the shore that can very quickly drag you out to sea. We teach our children to remain calm and not panic, to float or tread water - [Ep 071 - Purpose and leaving a legacy w: Leah Kitoloh](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-071-purpose-and-leaving-a-legacy-w-leah-kitoloh/) - What would it look like is you were more delibera… - [Business Unusual](https://janinegarner.com.au/staying-calm-in-chaos/) - How to stay calm, reduce the panic and become your own lifesaver In Australia we teach our children surf safety and in particular what to do and how to stay calm if they’re caught in a rip. A rip is a strong, localised and narrow current of water that moves directly away from the shore. - [Podcast : Ep36 It's Who You Know with Janine Garner I Jeanette Cremor](https://janinegarner.com.au/podcast-ep36-its-who-you-know-with-janine-garner-i-jeanette-cremor/) - In this podcast episode, Janine Garner shares her journey. From her beginnings as a corporate executive to best-selling author, leadership trainer and internationally-acclaimed speaker. We talk about: Janine’s book “It’s Who you Know” the four key people you should have in your network why it is important to invest in the next generation of leaders - [Authentic Leadership Podcast - Ep02 with Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/authentic-leadership-podcast-ep02-with-janine-garner/) - Janine Garner is one of Australia’s most thoughtful experts on leadership, belief and collaboration. An author, speaker and motivator, Janine is passionate about the return to open and transparent corporate relationships, the power of commercial collaboration in future-proofing careers and businesses and the opportunity that exists when we network to build transformational connections that will - [Ep 070 - How to remain connected in times of isolation w/ Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-070-how-to-remain-connected-in-times-of-isolation-w-janine-garner/) - In this episode, Janine Garner talks about a rece… - [How to remain connected in times of isolation](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-remain-connected-in-times-of-isolation/) - 7 ways to nurture your network from home to avoid isolation On Tuesday I ventured into the supermarket with my 11 and 16-year old sons, Carter and Flynn. Fifteen minutes in and I could feel my anxiety levels rising as I absorbed the panic around me. Flynn became increasingly vocal about why people were buying - [Ep 069 - Leadership is hard w: Cameron Schwab CEO AFL](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-069-leadership-is-hard-w-cameron-schwab-ceo-afl/) - Leadership is a practice and leadership is hard. … - [Every ‘yes’ we commit to is a ‘no’ to something else: Time to consider opportunity costs](https://janinegarner.com.au/every-yes-we-commit-to-is-a-no-to-something-else-time-to-consider-opportunity-costs/) - In 2011 I’d left my well-paying corporate job to set up my own business. I jumped in with everything I had – time, an insane amount of energy and passion and a little bit of saved up cash. It was full on head down, bottom up as I hustled, networked, burnt the midnight oil and said ‘Yes’ - [Ep 068 - Stand out. Get noticed. Stop being boring w/ Maz Farrelly I Media Expert](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-068-stand-out-get-noticed-stop-being-boring-w-maz-farrelly-i-media-expert/) - If you’ve watched it, Maz probably made it, and w… - [Ep 067 - Self leadership, overcoming fear w/ Margie Warrell I Bestselling Author](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-067-self-leadership-overcoming-fear-w-margie-warrell-i-bestselling-author/) - A bestselling author, Margie Warrell emboldens pe… - [Ep 066 - Personal success, people and culture w/ Kate Mason Coca-Cola Amatil](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-066-personal-success-people-and-culture-w-kate-mason-coca-cola-amatil/) - It’s not about how smart you are but it is about … - [Who would be you if you wasn’t you?](https://janinegarner.com.au/who-would-be-you-if-you-wasnt-you/) - Last week my 14-year-old daughter, Taya and I sat down to review her social media. Like many parents I’m always trying to maintain the delicate balance between overly watching every move and allowing her some independence to learn and navigate the teenage world she is in with being the parent and keeping a watchful eye - [Ep 065 - Fearless leadership lessons from the jungle w/ Corrinne Armour](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-065-fearless-leadership-lessons-from-the-jungle-w-corrinne-armour/) - What do you think you would learn from living in … - [May the odds be ever in your favour](https://janinegarner.com.au/may-the-odds-ever-be-in-your-favour/) - I really loved reading Suzanne Collins’s The Hunger Games trilogy and doubly loved the movies - making sure I booked my ticket for the first week of release. Crazy right for a 48-year-old to be such a lover of dystopian fiction. Personally I love the escapism, the imagination and I’m always in awe at the - [Ep 064 - Are you a leader worth following? w/ Linda McGregor](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-064-are-you-a-leader-worth-following-w-linda-mcgregor/) - Linda has spent her career working all sides; mar… - [Grateful for the memories](https://janinegarner.com.au/grateful-for-the-memories/) - It was 1994 and I had made the move from my university town of Birmingham to start a graduate traineeship in the fashion hub of Broadwick Street, London. 1994 was the year that the English Channel finally opened up between the UK and France, Beanie Baby mania had taken off, we were rushing to the - [Ep 063 - Stop workplace bullying w/ Jessica Hickman The Bullyologist](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-063-stop-workplace-bullying-w-jessica-hickman-the-bullyologist/) - Half of all employees will experience workplace b… - [Celebrate Your Moments](https://janinegarner.com.au/celebrate-your-moments/) - Yes, Christmas is coming, and the turkey – and possibly us, if we don’t watch the Christmas party canapés – are getting fat! This is my last blog prior to the holiday break – and yes, I am actually taking a break! Like many of us, I am looking forward to the opportunity to spend - [Ep 062 - Resilience and courage w/ Curtis McGrath OAM I Paralympic Gold medal winner](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-062-resilience-and-courage-w-curtis-mcgrath-oam-i-paralympic-gold-medal-winner/) - Curtis McGrath OAM has served in the Australian A… - [Shine Baby Shine!](https://janinegarner.com.au/shine-baby-shine/) - Imagine standing up in front of your CEO and senior leadership team, presenting a 10-minute keynote (with no notes or bullet points on slides) on an idea you have for your business; one that is well-thought-through; that you have been developing outside your day job for the last 8 months; an idea that will drive - [Ep 061 - Conversations with Chris Helder I Keynote Speaker I Best Selling Author](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-061-conversations-with-chris-helder-i-keynote-speaker-i-best-selling-author/) - Chris Helder believes positive thinking doesn’t w… - [The Magic Of An Impromptu Coffee & Asking For Help](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-magic-of-an-impromptu-coffee-asking-for-help/) - At 7am on Saturday morning, one of my besties texted me - “I’m coming over to pick you up. We’re going for a coffee.” And pick me up she did - in her pretty snazzy classic orange MG and off up the coast to Palm Beach we headed. Now as much as we thought we - [What it takes to network like a pro? - Colonial First State](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-it-takes-to-network-like-a-pro-colonial-first-state-2/) - The term ‘networking’ can have terrible connotations – uncomfortable moments in crowded event halls, superficial conversations, the doling-out of business cards, follow-up LinkedIn invitations, and the constant search for the next person who can help boost your career. It’s transactional and volume driven. It’s about lead generation and sales opportunities. And while it has a - [Ep 060 - Conversations with Michael Diettrich-Chastain I CEO Arc Integrated](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-060-conversations-with-michael-diettrich-chastain-i-ceo-arc-integrated/) - How can you build individual sustainability to pe… - [You Too Can Make a Difference Today](https://janinegarner.com.au/exchange-value-every-day-and-you-too-can-make-a-difference/) - Two weeks ago I spent a productive and inspirational morning “Cooking for a Cause” with OzHarvest, the food rescue charity founded by social entrepreneur Ronni Kahn. Donning bright yellow aprons, we (five leaders from the entrepreneurial business world) entered the OzHarvest kitchen and under the expert guidance of chef Fiona, we embarked on a - [Ep 059 - Conversations with Angela Ceberano I PR Expert & Founder of Flourish](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-059-conversations-with-angela-ceberano-i-pr-expert-founder-of-flourish/) - Angela Ceberano is a professionally trained PR co… - [Ep 058 - Conversations with Darren Needham- Walker I Director: Marketing & Comms I TechnologyOne](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-058-conversations-with-darren-needham-walker-i-director-marketing-comms-i-technologyone/) - Working with the teams and talent behind some of … - [Ep 057 - Conversations with Dr Mike Perry I COO of Catalyst Executive](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-057-conversations-with-dr-mike-perry-i-coo-of-catalyst-executive/) - Dr. Mike Perry is the co-founder and Chief Operat… - [Skill Up. Build your Personal Impact](https://janinegarner.com.au/skill-up-build-your-personal-impact/) - Last week, my very good friend and fellow thought leader, Gabrielle Dolan and I ran a The Winning Formula public workshop in Sydney. To witness people finding their powerful stories and practising them using Gabrielle’s unique framework was inspiring. To hear people connecting and sharing as they got curious about how to network strategically - [Inspiring Audiences to Step Up & Be Brilliant](https://janinegarner.com.au/inspiring-audiences-to-step-up-and-be-brilliant/) - I’m often asked about why I love keynote speaking. Funnily enough, as a child, I loved performing and my teenage years saw me taking to musical theatre and amateur dramatics. Nothing thrilled me more than a microphone in hand, a much-rehearsed script and a song. Over the last few years, working with my mentor - [Ep 056 - Convesations with Cathy Burke I The Hunger Project I Author I Mentor](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-056-convesations-with-cathy-burke-i-the-hunger-project-i-author-i-mentor/) - For 20 years Cathy Burke was the CEO for The Hung… - [Who are your eagles helping you fly higher?](https://janinegarner.com.au/who-are-your-eagles-helping-you-fly-higher/) - Last term I was helping my son, Carter, with some research for a school project on eagles and we discovered that eagles actually love a storm. Apparently, when clouds gather, eagles get excited. They use the raging storm winds to lift and fly higher, giving them an opportunity to glide and rest their wings. - [Ep 055 - Conversations with Alison Flemming I General Manager Finance for Scentre Group](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-055-conversations-with-alison-flemming-i-general-manager-finance-for-scentre-group/) - Alison is a self-confessed lifeaholic who squeeze… - [Introverts make Awesome Networkers](https://janinegarner.com.au/introverts-make-awesome-networkers/) - In this short video, Janine explains and shares tips on why introverts can be the best networkers. https://youtu.be/L0-8oRb3l10 Do you have the right people in your network? Download this complimentary PDF explaining the Critical 4 key people you need to know. - [Ep 054 - Conversations with Digby Scott I Author of Change Makers I Leadership Expert](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-054-conversations-with-digby-scott-i-author-of-change-makers-i-leadership-expert/) - Digby Scott is a former Chartered Accountant and … - [Who’s Packing Your Parachute?](https://janinegarner.com.au/whos-packing-your-parachute/) - Captain Joseph Charles Plumb, Jr, aka Charlie Plumb, is a former US Navy fighter pilot and Vietnam POW turned author. He flew 74 successful combat missions over Vietnam, and it wasn’t until his 75th flight that his aircraft was shot down. Plumb ejected and parachuted to the ground under fire. He was captured and spent - [Ep 053 - Conversations with Dan Gregory & Kieran Flanagan I The Impossible Institiute](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-053-conversations-with-dan-gregory-kieran-flanagan-i-the-impossible-institiute/) - Kieran Flanagan and Dan Gregory are the co-founde… - [5 Skills You Need Today For Tomorrow](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-skills-you-need-today-for-tomorrow/) - Let’s be honest - change is never not there - and it's exhausting many of us. We are living in a fast-changing world – business is moving quicker than ever before, our clients and suppliers are increasingly demanding, resources are being cut, the demographics of the workplace are changing with four generations at work (baby - [Ep 052 - Conversations with Ron Harvey I Retired U.S Army Veteran I Leadership Expert](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-052-conversations-with-ron-harvey-i-retired-u-s-army-veteran-i-leadership-expert/) - I met Ron Harvey whilst I was studying The Art & … - [How to create memorable moments in leadership](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-create-memorable-moments-in-leadership/) - Last week I went away with my family for a much-needed rest and regroup. Like many of you, life with 3 children aged 15, 13 and 11 during term times is pretty hectic between school, sports and juggling their social lives. Throw running your own business into the mix and yep I’m ready for school - [Ep 051 - Diversity and Inclusion w/ Paul Zahra](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-051-diversity-and-inclusion-w-paul-zahra/) - Unleashing Brilliance is all about becoming visib… - [The 5 Essential tips to building a rockstar network](https://janinegarner.com.au/five-essential-tips/) - Here I share the Five Essential Tips to building a rockstar Network. https://youtu.be/fzLHaV9wnyY Until next time. - [5 Steps in Your Daily Leadership Practice](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-steps-in-your-daily-leadership-practice/) - Franklin Delano Roosevelt once made a typically self-deprecating comment. He said: “I’m not the smartest fellow in the world, but I can sure pick smart colleagues”. Simplistic? Perhaps. But nonetheless correct. There is absolutely no doubt that the lessons in leadership practice have evolved from my university studies of ‘Porter’s 5 Forces of Competitive Position’, - [Ep 050 - Conversations with Michelle Gregory I Founder & Director of Promotion Products.](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-050-conversations-with-michelle-gregory-i-founder-director-of-promotion-products/) - It was an absolute pleasure to chat to Michelle G… - [Become a Leader Who Others Chose To Follow](https://janinegarner.com.au/become-a-leader-who-others-chose-to-follow/) - Last week I attended a unique and experiential leadership training session run by Linda McGregor, founder of Four Legged Sages. This was an opportunity to learn more about leadership in action from some incredible teachers - the horses - Cheeky, Ziggy and Benny. According to Linda, the wonderful thing about horses is that they have no hidden - [Ep 049 - Conversations with Dana Gambrill I Digital Leader Public Sector DXC Tech](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-049-conversations-with-dana-gambrill-i-digital-leader-public-sector-dxc-tech/) - With a genuine thirst for embracing life and not … - [How to test your frontier of competence](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-test-your-frontier-of-competence/) - “It’s your job to learn and my job to give you the opportunity to learn.” Ron Heifetz My mind was officially blown last week with the most extraordinary learning experience. I spent the week at Harvard Kennedy School studying The Art & Practice of Leadership under the incredible direction of Ron Heifetz. and the faculty - [Ep 048 - Conversations with Yasmin London I Exec Director ySafe](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-048-conversations-with-yasmin-london-i-exec-director-ysafe/) - Yasmin London has spent 12 years in the New South… - [Three Big Mistakes of Networking](https://janinegarner.com.au/three-big-mistakes-of-networking/) - Here I share the three biggest mistakes that we make when networking. Your network absolutely matters now and in to the future - so make sure to build the right network of you and invest and leverage the relationships that truly matter. https://youtu.be/fqpi6csem1E Until next time. - [Courage Is The Triumph Over Fear](https://janinegarner.com.au/courage-is-the-triumph-over-fear-2/) - Fear can be crippling. I know. I have felt it. It's almost understandable to feel paralysed with fear when doing scary, somewhat life threatening things like crossing the knife edge of Crib Goch, (3,028 ft) above sea level, in Snowdonia, Wales – yes, that was me (many years ago).“Fear is a fundamental part of human psychology. - [Ep 047 - Conversations with Lisa O'Neill I Expert in Personal Leadership I Author](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-047-conversations-with-lisa-oneill-i-expert-in-personal-leadership-i-author/) - Lisa O’Neill is an expert in personal leadership.… - [Ep 046 - Conversations with Jeff Schwisow I Strategy Specialist I Author of Projectify](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-046-conversations-with-jeff-schwisow-i-strategy-specialist-i-author-of-projectify/) - Jeff Schwisow is a Melbourne-based strategy speci… - [Ep 045 - Conversations with Stephen Scheeler former Facebook CEO (ANZ)](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-045-conversations-with-stephen-scheeler-former-facebook-ceo-anz/) - Stephen Scheeler is the former Facebook CEO for A… - [Say Goodbye to Beige Leadership](https://janinegarner.com.au/say-goodbye-to-beige-leadership/) - Beige leaders lead beige companies and with this, a self-propagating disaster of decline begins. Quite simply – beige won’t cut it anymore. The question is what colour is your leadership style or the style of those leaders in your team? Shades of beige, or a riot of ideation and colourful innovation? Beige leaders are - [Ep 044 - Conversations with Jen Jackson I Owner & Director of Jaxzyn I Author](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-044-conversations-with-jen-jackson-i-owner-director-of-jaxzyn-i-author/) - It was an absolute pleasure to chat with Jen Jack… - [A Letter to My 13-year-old Daughter](https://janinegarner.com.au/iwd2019-a-letter-to-my-daughter/) - My darling, Taya, This Friday I will be celebrating International Women’s Day with an amazing group of friends, clients and LBDGroup members at the Business Chicks lunch. You are 13 years old, living in Sydney, going to a wonderful school and surrounded by friends and family that love you for all you are and all - [A Letter to My 13-year-old Daughter](https://janinegarner.com.au/iwd2019-a-letter-to-my-daughter-2/) - My darling, Taya, This Friday I will be celebrating International Women’s Day with an amazing group of friends, clients and LBDGroup members at the Business Chicks lunch. You are 13 years old, living in Sydney, going to a wonderful school and surrounded by friends and family that love you for all you are and all - [Ep 043 - Conversations with Peter Shields I Author of Leadership Alchemy I Executive Coach](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-043-conversations-with-peter-shields-i-author-of-leadership-alchemy-i-executive-coach/) - I loved the conversation I had with Peter Shields… - [How to Win the Daily Struggle Between the Joy of Distraction & the Delayed Gratification of Discipline.](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-win-the-daily-struggle-between-distraction-and-discipline/) - The greatest struggle many of us face every single day is the almighty battle between two highly competitive players – the ‘Joy of Distraction’ and the ‘Delayed Gratification of Discipline’. Introducing Player One - ‘Joy of Distraction’A master of immediate joy, appearing many times throughout the day with the primary goal of taking you off - [Ep 042 - Conversations with Michelle Sutherland I Social Entrepreneur & National VP Arbonne](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-042-conversations-with-michelle-sutherland-i-social-entrepreneur-national-vp-arbonne/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Michelle … - [Build your strength. Ask for help.](https://janinegarner.com.au/build-your-personal-strength-ask-for-help/) - A few years ago I competed in a Tough Mudder. At the time it was marketed as ‘one of the hardest obstacle courses in the world’ consisting of a 20km course with about the same number of challenging obstacles created by British Special Forces soldiers. Oh and did I mention the mud? Yep there was - [Ep 041 - Conversations with Michelle Sales I Author of The Power of Confidence](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-041-conversations-with-michelle-sales-i-author-of-the-power-of-confidence/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Michelle … - [10 years on...](https://janinegarner.com.au/10-years-on/) - The 10 year photos that have been circulating social have intrigued me and so this week I thought why not. What an awesome way to reflect on the last 10 years. The family photo was taken in January 2009. We had three children under 5 - all preschoolers - I was still on maternity leave - [5 Ways To Improve The Leadership of You](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-ways-to-improve-the-leadership-of-you/) - The business world is experiencing massive disruption and the phenomenal speed of change that got us to the 21st century’s technological frenzy is not going to slow down any time soon. Competition is intensifying. The world is getting smaller. There is an abundance of everything everywhere. We are being challenged every day to invent and - [Ep 040 - Conversations with Nicole Eckels I Founder of Glasshouse Fragrances](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-040-conversations-with-nicole-eckels-i-founder-of-glasshouse-fragrances/) - Fragrance aficionado Nicole Eckels launched Glass… - [#Wordup 2019](https://janinegarner.com.au/wordup-2019/) - “As names have power, words have power. Words can light fires in the minds of men. Words can wring tears from the hardest hearts.” – Patrick Rothfuss, The Name Of The Wind A wonderful jumble and organisation of letters creates a single word. A single word; one that can create power, strength of focus, encapsulate - [A Year Of Changing a ‘Wanna Do’ In To An Everyday Habit](https://janinegarner.com.au/creating-new-everyday-reading-habits/) - Any of these sound familiar? Having multiple half-read books on the go? Building a “Will Get Round To One Day” reading pile bigger than Mount Everest at the side of your bed, desk, wall, any free space you can find? Stacking bookshelves with read books complete with scribbled notes to capture at some future diarised - [Ep 039 - Conversations with Emma Bannister I CEO Presentation Studio](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-039-conversations-with-emma-bannister-i-ceo-presentation-studio/) - With over two decades of Visual Design experience… - [The Village of You](https://janinegarner.com.au/invest-in-the-right-people/) - “It Takes A Village To Raise A Child” – African Proverb We have all heard that it takes more than one individual to make a child into a well-rounded adult. It takes varied influences and different skill sets, attitudes and ways of looking at the world – sometimes it takes a lot more discipline than - [Ep 038 - Conversations with Jack Story I Chief Technologist DXC](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-038-conversations-with-jack-story-i-chief-technologist-dxc/) - Originally from the US, Jack Story is the Chief T… - [Ep 037 - Conversations with Simon Dowling I Founder & MD of 2engage](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-037-conversations-with-simon-dowling-i-founder-md-of-2engage/) - Simon Dowling is a leading thinker on creating co… - [Janine Garner: 'Leaders need to show vulnerability'](https://janinegarner.com.au/janine-garner-clients-more-demanding-than-ever-2/) - Business schools spend too much time teaching students to focus on their competition and not enough teaching them collaborative skills, says networking community LBD Group founder and CEO Janine Garner. Speaking at yesterday's AdNews Lessons in Leadership event, Garner says in an increasingly competitive industry leaders need to work with other businesses both within and - [Your Mum Was Right - First Impressions Do Count](https://janinegarner.com.au/do-first-impressions-matter/) - From when I started school, I distinctly remember my parents drilling into me the importance of making the right FIRST IMPRESSION. Shoes were always shined, hair brushed, clothes ironed and nails clean. Now, as a parent, I do the same with my children. The importance of making the right first impression cannot be overestimated, because - [Ep 036 - Conversations with Paula Kensington FCCA II The Award Winning CFO](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-036-conversations-with-paula-kensington-fcca-ii-the-award-winning-cfo/) - In her words Paula Kensington is “a CFO on a miss… - [Ep 035 - Conversations with Weh Yeoh I Founder of OIC Cambodia](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-035-conversations-with-weh-yeoh-i-founder-of-oic-cambodia/) - Weh Yeoh is the founder of OIC Cambodia, … - [Janine Garner: 'Clients more demanding than ever'](https://janinegarner.com.au/janine-garner-clients-more-demanding-than-ever/) - Clients have become more demanding than ever before with disruption in media placing everyone under more pressure, Janine Garner said. Speaking at this week's AdNews Lessons in Leadership event, the founder and CEO of networking community LBD Group said the rapid pace of the industry is felt from all ends, including clients, leaders and the media. - [Demystifying the 5 myths of networking](https://janinegarner.com.au/demystifying-the-5-myths-of-networking/) - Business is, and always has been, about people and the people you know. In Managing Yourself: A Smarter Way to Network, Rob Cross and Robert J. Thomas found, “The executives who consistently rank in the top 20% of their companies in both performance and well-being have diverse but select networks … made up of high-quality - [How much better do you want to become?](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-much-better-do-you-want-to-become/) - How hungry are you really or does procrastination get in the way and stop you from making progress? What about standing up in front of your CEO and senior leadership team, presenting a 15-minute keynote (with no notes or bullet points - thanks to Emma Bannister, CEO Presentation Studio for her insight here) on - [Ep 034 - Conversations with Donna McGeorge: Author of The 25 Minute Meeting](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-034-conversations-with-donna-mcgeorge-author-of-the-25-minute-meeting/) - Donna McGeorge makes work work. She is pa… - [Ep 033 - Conversations with Kieran Flanangan Co -Founder The Impossible Institute](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-033-conversations-with-kieran-flanangan-co-founder-the-impossible-institute/) - Kieran Flanagan is an expert in harnessing … - [Ep 033 - Conversations with Kieran Flanangan Co-Founder The Impossible Institute](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-033-conversations-with-kieran-flanangan-co-founder-the-impossible-institute-2/) - Ep 033 - Conversations with Kieran Flanangan Co-… - [Are You Suffering From The Delusion Of Progress?](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-delusion-of-progress/) - Dr. Jason Fox in his book, Quest, shares the concept of ‘Progress Delusion’. He describes this as: “the state where we find ourselves saying yes to so many little things that the biggest, more important things suffer.” Sound familiar? The definition of progress is the forward or onward momentum in the direction of your - ['WTF' or 'Yeah I can' moments – you decide](https://janinegarner.com.au/wtf-or-yeah-i-can-moments-you-decide/) - Everything we do, even the slightest thing we do, can have a ripple effect and repercussions that emanate. If you throw a pebble into the water on one side of the ocean, it can create a tidal wave on the other side. - Victor Webster Everything we do, even the slightest thing we do, - [Ep 032 - Conversations with Emma Isaacs Founder of Business Chicks](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-032-conversations-with-emma-isaacs-founder-of-business-chicks/) - Emma Isaacs is the founder and global CEO … - [Change is never not there - 5 skills you need today for tomorrow](https://janinegarner.com.au/change-is-never-not-there/) - Let’s be honest - change is never not there - and it's exhausting many of us. We are living in a fast-changing world – business is moving quicker than ever before, our clients and suppliers are increasingly demanding, resources are being cut, the demographics of the workplace are changing with four generations at work - [Ep 031 - Conversations with Melinda Cruz Founder of Miracle Babies Foundation](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-031-conversations-with-melinda-cruz-founder-of-miracle-babies-foundation/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Melinda C… - [Connected Leadership Matters. Are You In or Out?](https://janinegarner.com.au/connected-leadership-matters/) - "Great leaders find ways to connect with their people and help them fulfil their potential." - Steven J Stowell Anybody who believes that the business landscape is the same as it was in the ‘old days’ has their head well and truly buried in the 20th‐century sand. There is an evolution going on that is - [Ep 030 - Conversations with Jack Delosa, Founder The Entourage](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-030-conversations-with-jack-delosa-founder-the-entourage/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Jack Delo… - [Ep 029 - Conversations with Ray Pittman President & CEO CBRE Pacific](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-029-conversations-with-ray-pittman-president-ceo-cbre-pacific/) - With a career in commercial property spanni… - [Failure is not a dirty word](https://janinegarner.com.au/failure-is-not-a-dirty-word/) - It was General Colin Powell that said, ‘There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure’. Oprah Winfrey said, “Failing is another stepping stone to greatness.” I was reminded of these quotes recently whilst listening to Jamie Pride - serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist and author - [Sometimes the icky part of networking is the people we meet](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-do-you-hate-about-networking/) - “The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts, while the stupid ones are full of confidence.” - Charles Bukowski One of the kick-off exercises I ask people to do in my networking skills workshop is to put the elephant on the table and share what they - [Welcome to Crazytown](https://janinegarner.com.au/welcome-to-crazy-town-and-a-love-of-imperfection-2/) - “Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming "Wow! What a Ride!” Hunter S Thompson Over these last couple of weeks - [Ep 028 - High Performance Leadership w/ Haydn Masters former Head of Physical Performance Wallabies](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-028-high-performance-leadership-w-haydn-masters-former-head-of-physical-performance-wallabies/) - Haydn Masters is the Head of Physical Perf… - [Ep 027 - Conversations with Kurek Ashley "The Transformer"](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-027-conversations-with-kurek-ashley-the-transformer/) - Kurek Ashley is an internationally renowned … - [Has the technology that was supposed to connect us made us more disconnected than ever before?](https://janinegarner.com.au/connected-or-disconnected/) - ‘Never in human history have our brains had to work with so much information as they do today… We have a generation of people who are so busy processing the information received from all directions that they are losing the ability to think and feel.’ - American psychiatrist Edward Hallowell There is no doubt that - [Ep 026 - Conversations with Oscar Trimboli](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-026-conversations-with-oscar-trimboli/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is listening… - [Feeling Safe or a Little Bit Scared?](https://janinegarner.com.au/feeling-safe-or-a-little-bit-scared/) - ‘We are so accustomed to the comforts of “I cannot”, “I do not want to” and “it is too difficult”, that we forget to realise when we stop doing things for ourselves and expect others to dance around us, we are not achieving greatness. We have made ourselves weak.’ – Pandora Poikilos, author of Excuse - [Ep 025 - How to build the web of you in the right way](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-025-how-to-build-the-web-of-you-in-the-right-way/) - Ep 025 - How to build the web of you in the right… - [Ep 024 - Conversations with Michelle Gibbings](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-024-conversations-with-michelle-gibbings/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Michelle … - [Feedback Is Not A Dirty Word](https://janinegarner.com.au/feedback-is-not-a-dirty-word-2/) - “Feedback is the breakfast of champions.” – Ken Blanchard Strategising, planning, managing cash flow, decision-making; these are all practical essentials of leadership. Do them well, and you will be a good leader. But to be a great and connected leader? That’s something more intangible. A great leader connects people, skills, strategy and vision. They understand - [Feedback Is Not A Dirty Word](https://janinegarner.com.au/feedback-is-not-a-dirty-word-2-2/) - “Feedback is the breakfast of champions.” – Ken Blanchard Strategising, planning, managing cash flow, decision-making; these are all practical essentials of leadership. Do them well, and you will be a good leader. But to be a great and connected leader? That’s something more intangible. A great leader connects people, skills, strategy and vision. They understand - [The Who’s Who of You - the 4 key people you need in your world and those you need to sink](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-whos-who-of-you/) - Whether we like it or not, we are all greatly influenced by those closest to us. Like chameleons we absorb the thinking and emotions of our surroundings, which in turn affects our confidence, the decisions we make, our own thinking, our belief in ourselves and in possibility. Getting that support crew around you, building the - [Ep 023 - Conversations with Gabrielle Dolan](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-023-conversations-with-gabrielle-dolan/) - Gabrielle Dolan is is a global thought leader on … - [Are You Part Of The Revolution?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-part-of-the-revolution/) - Everyone is talking about the speed of change – but I think major change has already happened and it ain’t stopping any time soon. Everyone is talking about how change is affecting society norms, the business landscape, the way consumers consume – but I think the way we do things has already changed forever. Everyone - [Ep 022 - Conversations with Sherilyn Shackell](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-022-conversations-with-sherilyn-shackell/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Sherilyn … - [Dear Business ‘ME’…With Love From ME x](https://janinegarner.com.au/dear-business-me-7-success-tips/) - “The only way that we can live is if we grow. The only way that we can grow is if we change. The only way that we can change is if we learn. The only way we can learn is if we are exposed. And the only way that we can become exposed is if - [Ep 021 - Bye Bye Beige](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-021-bye-bye-beige/) - In this latest episode of my podcast I talk about… - [Let's Make Every Day Matter](https://janinegarner.com.au/lets-make-every-day-matter/) - So I woke up this morning, International Women’s Day, 8th March 2018, with mixed emotion: “I really should write a blog” (insert conforming to a perceived expectation and sense of responsibility), “I really should be proud and acknowledge all we are achieving” (insert celebrating the marketed 'progress'), “But really does it mean anything?” (insert questioning - [Ep 020 - Conversations with Peter Baines OAM](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-020-conversations-with-peter-baines-oam/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Peter Bai… - [Time To Run In The Opposite Direction? Hell Yeah!](https://janinegarner.com.au/time-run-opposite-direction/) - I once had a boss who was a great connection, on paper — female, successful, results oriented, a great supporter of me and my work. Over time, however, as my success and network of influence grew, her behaviour changed. Once productive meetings became discussions of negative details; my big ideas, which had once been embraced - [Ep 019 - Choose your hero's wisely](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-019-choose-your-heros-wisely/) - Ep 019 - Choose your hero's wisely by Janine Garn… - [Ep 018 - Conversations with Jamie Pride - Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist & Author](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-018-conversations-with-jamie-pride-entrepreneur-venture-capitalist-author/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Jamie Pri… - [Stop Looking In The Rearview Mirror](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-looking-rearview-mirror/) - In early 2013, Extended Stay America, a national hotel chain, was coming back from the brink of bankruptcy. Staff were afraid to stick their necks out, make decisions or disrupt the status quo in any way, irrespective of the eventual cost to the business - whether it was being afraid to give an unhappy guest - [Ep 017 -Conversations with Vicki McLean, Founder & CEO Sparcgap](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-017-conversations-with-vicki-mclean-founder-ceo-sparcgap/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Vicki McL… - [Choose Your Heroes Wisely](https://janinegarner.com.au/choose-heroes-wisely/) - I used to try and go it alone, thinking I had all the answers and that no-one could do it like me. And if any of my team at the time didn’t deliver, then of course I’d take on the task myself - albeit with a little mini internal tanty of frustration thrown in for - [The Times They Are A’Changing](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-times-they-are-achanging/) - Anybody who believes that the business landscape is the same as it was in the ‘old days’ has their head well and truly buried in the 20th‐century . There is an evolution going on that is affecting the business world and how we lead and manage within it. We are all being forced to rethink - [Ep 016 - Reach your Emerald City](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-016-reach-your-emerald-city/) - Ep 016 - Reach your Emerald City by Janine Garner - [Ep 015 - Conversations with Simon Meyer CEO FutureYou](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-015-conversations-with-simon-meyer-ceo-futureyou/) - Starting out in the recruitment industry in Sydne… - [Reach Your Emerald City - One Yellow Brick At A Time](https://janinegarner.com.au/reach-your-emerald-city/) - Whether you are running your own business, or moving up the corporate ladder, there is a line in the sand moment where what you are doing shifts, like the movie The Wizard of Oz, from black and white to full technicolour. That shift is from the simple to the complex and it is here, more than ever, - [On The Twelfth Day Of Christmas…](https://janinegarner.com.au/celebrate-success-this-christmas/) - Yes, Christmas is coming, and the turkey – and possibly us, if we don’t watch the Christmas party canapés – are getting fat! And being the silly season, it is extremely tempting to just let things slide and say to ourselves ‘it’s fine – I’ll think about the hard stuff in January. A little bit - [Ep 014 - Progress or Delusion](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-014-progress-or-delusion/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thought… - [LET’S TALK… BUSINESS MEETINGS](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-meetings-video-confernce/) - Click HERE to read online - Janine provided her thoughts on technology advances and how we might not be as connected as we thought we were. LET’S TALK… BUSINESS MEETINGS Technological advances such as video conferencing and cloud-based file-sharing are enabling businesses to save time and money by virtually engaging with stakeholders such as clients across - [And The Best Actor In Her Own Movie Goes To…](https://janinegarner.com.au/life-not-a-dress-rehearsal/) - Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go. T.S.Elliot Have you ever dreamt of being up on the big screen, your name in lights, turning up at a premiere or awards show with besotted fans screaming your name? Of hearing the presenter say ‘and the Oscar - [Ep 013 - Conversations with Paul Walton Producer & Partner Princess Pictures](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-013-conversations-with-paul-walton-producer-partner-princess-pictures/) - It was an absolute joy to turn the microphone on … - [Executive PA review It's Who You Know](https://janinegarner.com.au/reviewitswhoyouknow/) - Executive PA Book Review - [Build your tribe at work](https://janinegarner.com.au/buildyourtribeatwork/) - See the magazine HERE - [Networking matters, but your network matters more](https://janinegarner.com.au/develop-your-network/) - To listen to this - CLICK HERE! Collaboration and connection expert Janine Garner shares: Why developing your network is essential for your marketing machine, your intelligence bank, and a board of advisors. The biggest challenge people have when it comes to networking: not investing in core connections in the right way. Where to start in - [Ep 012 - Conversations about gender equality with Generation Z](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-012-conversations-about-gender-equality-with-generation-z/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thought… - [How To Network: A Guide For Introverts](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-network-a-guide-for-introverts/) - Emily Blatchford Associate Lifestyle Editor, HuffPost Australia & I sat down to answer her questions on Networking for Introverts. This article orginally appeared on HuffPost. How To Network: A Guide For Introverts For those who can't imagine anything worse Even for the most confident workers, networking can be a daunting prospect. And if you're an - [Go Out & Kick Ass](https://janinegarner.com.au/be-brave-kick-ass/) - “I love to see a young girl go out and grab the world by the lapels. Life’s a bitch. You’ve got to go out and kick ass” — Maya Angelou If you want to do things differently, challenge the norm or play a bigger game it takes a lot of bravery. Negotiating a pay rise, resetting - [Ep 011 - Conversations with Debbie O'Connor CEO of WRD](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-011-conversations-with-debbie-oconnor-ceo-of-wrd/) - Debbie is a brand strategist by profession and a … - [Networking is about quality not quantity for any durable success!](https://janinegarner.com.au/networking-is-about-quality-not-quantity/) - Janine's article about quality not quantity was published in The Australian on 28th October 2017. Networking is about quality not quantity for any durable success There is no doubt the explosion of social media has turned the world of face-to-face interactions upside down. Social media has created previously unimagined opportunities and ways of connecting with - [Is networking important for HR?](https://janinegarner.com.au/networking-important-hr/) - Recently Janine was interviewed about the importance of Networking for HR, the article was written by Nicola Middlemiss Networking important for HR? A leading business advisor has reinforced the importance of professional networking – saying it may suffer a bad rap but it’s actually a vital tool to improving careers and making connections. “Irrespective of industry, - [Who has your back?](https://janinegarner.com.au/building-an-influencer-network/) - WHO HAS YOUR BACK? Download from the podcast from iTunes NOW!!! Janine sat down with Julie Masters on her podcast 'INSIDER INFLUENCE' to talk about 'Who has your back?', building an influencer network. - [Is networking important for HR?](https://janinegarner.com.au/is-networking-important-for-hr/) - Download a PDF of this article Is networking important for HR? A leading business advisor has reinforced the importance of professional networking – saying it may suffer a bad rap but it’s actually a vital tool to improving careers and making connections. “Irrespective of industry, functionality, or job title, networking is an absolute imperative,” says - [First Impressions](https://janinegarner.com.au/first-impressions/) - First Impressions Janine spoke with David Koch on Talking Lifestyle on Thursday 26th October. Click here to hear all about Janine's thoughts on First Impressions Radio Interview - [You're Fired!](https://janinegarner.com.au/youre-fired/) - Do you have those friends that never seem to have any ideas of their own, but always say yes to yours? What about co-workers that drag you down or make you doubt your abilities? Maybe you have people around you that always see the negative in every situation, darkening your days instead of brightening them. - [Ep 010 - Conversations with Alicia Beachley CEO April5](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-010-conversations-with-alicia-beachley-ceo-april5/) - Alicia Beachley is founder and CEO of leading ind… - [Building a network that drives your success](https://janinegarner.com.au/building-a-network-that-drives-your-success/) - Download a PDF of this article BUILDING A NETWORK THAT DRIVES YOUR SUCCESS HOW MANY times have you been told, “You really have to network” – that networking is “essential for your growth and personal success”? And yet when it comes to networking many of us are overwhelmed by the pressure of where to start; confused by what appears to - [Is your network working for you or against you?](https://janinegarner.com.au/is-your-network-working-for-you-or-against-you/) - Is your network working for you or against you? There is much more to networking than collecting likes, friends, connections or old-school business cards. To really succeed, and break out beyond the online realm, you must become the master of your network both at work and in life generally. The right network is about having - [Power In The People](https://janinegarner.com.au/people-power/) - Every year more than 2500 people gather for five days in Davos, Switzerland, to discuss global challenges at the World Economic Forum. This meeting brings together many of the world’s most influential people: presidents, prime ministers, business and financial leaders, journalists and celebrities, from Al Gore to Bill Gates, Bono to Paulo Coelho. The role - [WHY IS NETWORKING IMPORTANT?](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-is-networking-important/) - Janine sits down with The CEO Institute to talk all things Networking. Here is an extract from "Networking that matters and that Works". You can access the full content at International Institute of Directors & Managers website. - [5 Secrets That Successful Networking Experts Don’t Want You To Know](https://janinegarner.com.au/secrets-of-successful-networking/) - Everyone needs a network, whether you are a recent graduate hunting for your first job, a manager who has just scored a promotion, a leader looking for their next move or a business owner looking for the next growth opportunity. It doesn’t matter what you do, what level you operate on, what industry you are - [Why you need a TEAM to take on the trenches!](https://janinegarner.com.au/team-take-on-the-trenches/) - Download a PDF of this article - [Ep 009 - Conversations with Jo Muirhead CEO Purple Co](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-009-conversations-with-jo-muirhead-ceo-purple-co/) - A conversation with Jo Muirhead CEO Purple Co - [First impressions matter – are you making the right impact?](https://janinegarner.com.au/first-impressions-networking/) - From when I started school, I distinctly remember my parents drilling into me the importance of making the right first impression. Shoes were always shined, hair brushed, clothes ironed and nails clean. Now, as a parent, I do the same with my children. The importance of a making the right first impression cannot be overestimated, - [Why value exchange is at the heart of a successful network](https://janinegarner.com.au/value-exchange-successful-network/) - Knowledge sharing is the new currency. It strengthens processes, relationships, and even profit margins. Richard Branson said, “Nobody can be successful alone”. In today’s world of constant challenge, change and busyness, you simply will not be able to move fast enough on your own. Building a network for personal growth in the 21st century hinges on: - [Garbage In = Garbage Out](https://janinegarner.com.au/garbage-in-garbage-out/) - I was recently watching the Forbes video “Secrets of the World’s Most Powerful Women”. There are so many words of wisdom in this video from the likes of Christine Lagarde, Sheryl Sandberg, Debra Lee and Ertharin Cousin – I've linked the video below and well worth taking a look. There was one particular comment however, - [Ep 008 - Who's in your crew?](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-008-whos-in-your-crew/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thought… - [How Hungry Are You?](https://janinegarner.com.au/hunger-fuels-the-grit-to-keep-going/) - Imagine standing up in front of your CEO and senior leadership team, presenting a 20-minute keynote (with no notes or bullet points on slides) on an idea you have for your business; one that is well-thought through; that you have been developing outside your day job for the last 8 months; an idea that will - [Dutch Title: Is it unprofessional to be friends with your colleagues? No, it's very important](https://janinegarner.com.au/dutch-title-unprofessional-friends-colleagues-no-important/) - If you know Dutch, then here's a read for you where Janine Garner is quoted in an article for Elle in the Netherlands http://www.elle.nl/lifestyle/a568785/vrienden-collegas-belangrijk-gezond/ - [Want to come up with a good idea? The answer lies in diversity and collaboration](https://janinegarner.com.au/diversity-and-collaboration/) - “Why didn’t I think of that?” It’s a common catch-cry for anyone reading about small business and entrepreneurs. We all wish we had that billion dollar idea. Sometimes they seem so simple! So, what is it that leads to the billion dollar ideas? Creativity, capital, luck … certainly. But research reveals that surrounding yourself with - [Why introverts make excellent networkers and leaders](https://janinegarner.com.au/introverts-make-excellent-leaders-too/) - I’ve lost count of how many times people tell me, ‘I can’t network, I hate it, I’m such an introvert’. To this I say: ‘Rubbish! That’s an excuse. Introverts make awesome networkers, you simply have to follow your energy and network in the right way for you.’ People fall on a spectrum of being extroverted/introverted, yet we - [Why introverts make excellent networkers and leaders](https://janinegarner.com.au/introverts-make-excellent-networkers-leaders/) - I’ve lost count of how many times people tell me: “I can’t network, I hate it, I’m such an introvert”. To this I say: "Rubbish! That’s an excuse. Introverts make awesome networkers, you simply have to follow your energy and network in the right way for you." People fall on a spectrum of being extroverted/introverted, yet - [THE 12 PEOPLE HOLDING YOU BACK - How to spot them and how to drop them](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-12-people-holding-you-back/) - Download a PDF of this article - [The three ingredients of a powerful network](https://janinegarner.com.au/three-ingredients-powerful-network/) - No matter what stage of your career you are at, in today’s world of constant challenge, change and busyness, you simply will not be able to move fast enough on your own. And sitting on your hands waiting for the world to help will get you nowhere. Janine Garner explains. Building a network for personal - [Ep 007 - Conversations with Kelly Slessor CEO Shopyou](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-007-conversations-with-kelly-slessor-ceo-shopyou/) - Want to know about how to build your digital foot… - [What's Your ONE Question?](https://janinegarner.com.au/whats-your-one-question/) - I’ve lost count of how many times I have been asked, “How do I approach (insert name)? What do I say?” My answer is this... First: Get clear on the ONE QUESTION you want to ask. Second: Quite simply reach out and ask the question. This first element, the ONE question, seems to be well - [From The Promoter to The Pit Crew and The Butt-kicker: The four core people YOU need in life to achieve career success, according to an expert](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-four-core-people-need-achieve-career-success/) - The old adage 'it's not what you know but who you know' is one which can prove frustrating if you're someone who religiously puts in the hard yards at work. But according to Australian entrepreneur Janine Garner, taking time to build your network with the right people is a key ingredient for career success - - [You Only Need 4 People In Your Network - Here's Who They Are](https://janinegarner.com.au/you-only-need-4-people-in-your-network/) - Who are your Core Four? These four personality types should be your starting point when building a network. When you begin to create a strategic network, your aim should be to have one person in each of the four quadrants. This will ensure it remains balanced and diverse enough to enable you to achieve any kind - [Ep 006 - Conversation with Emma Bannister CEO Presentation Studio](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-006-conversation-with-emma-bannister-ceo-presentation-studio/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thought… - [The 12 people holding you back from success](https://janinegarner.com.au/12-people-holding-you-back-from-success/) - John Stanley and Garry Linnell from Talking Lifestyle Radio talk to Janine Garner. Listen to the interview here https://omny.fm/shows/john-and-garry/the-12-people-holding-you-back-from-success - [Quality over quantity - why you need just 12 people in your network & how to identify them](https://janinegarner.com.au/quality-over-quantity/) - Download a PDF of this article - [Networking Mastery - Building Connections That Matter](https://janinegarner.com.au/networking-mastery-building-connections-that-matter-2/) - Download a PDF of this article - [Your Network Matters More Than Networking](https://janinegarner.com.au/your-network-matters-more/) - Download a PDF of this article - [The 12 People Holding You Back From Success](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-12-people-holding-you-back-from-success/) - Download a PDF of this article - [Jade Collins, founder of Femeconomy, interviews Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/femeconomy-interview-janine-garner/) - Janine Garner is Founder and CEO at LBDGroup, a mentoring group for female entrepreneurs and business leaders, and a Partner at Thought Leaders Global. Janine spent the first 20 years of her career in corporate marketing roles for multinational retail giants. She is a keynote speaker, advisor and media commentator. Her specialty is teaching leaders and entrepreneurs - [How to guarantee personal growth through strategic networking](https://janinegarner.com.au/personal-growth-strategic-networking/) - Building a more valuable network means taking back control and approaching your actions and connections with strategic deliberation.When you align yourself with thinkers and doers who have already achieved what you dream of achieving or who simply ride shotgun alongside you, you’ll be pushed to take the right actions and be inspired to move in - [The Power of Tribe](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-power-of-tribe/) - Download a PDF of this article - [Cultivate to Succeed](https://janinegarner.com.au/cultivate-to-succeed/) - A few months ago I was working with a client, Anthony. We were due to have one of our monthly mentoring meetings but there had been a mistake in our diaries — Anthony was in the city waiting for a face-to-face meeting while I was sitting in my office in the Northern Beaches of Sydney - [Cultivate to Succeed](https://janinegarner.com.au/cultivate-to-succeed-2/) - A few months ago I was working with a client, Anthony. We were due to have one of our monthly mentoring meetings but there had been a mistake in our diaries — Anthony was in the city waiting for a face-to-face meeting while I was sitting in my office in the Northern Beaches of Sydney - [Sink Those That Bring You Down](https://janinegarner.com.au/sink-those-that-bring-you-down/) - Do you have friends around you that never seem to have any ideas of their own, but always say yes to yours? What about co-workers that drag you down or make you doubt your abilities? Maybe you have people around you that always see the negative in every situation, darkening your days instead of brightening - [Start Before You Are Ready](https://janinegarner.com.au/start-before-ready-explorer/) - Real-life adventurer and author Mikael Strandberg defines an explorer as someone who ‘is almost always driven by curiosity and a great willpower of making a difference’. Edmund Hilary said, ‘It’s not the mountain we conquer but ourselves’. Like explorers Hilary and Strandberg, an Explorer in your network will constantly ask you why, who, what, where, - [The critical people to have in your team](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-critical-people-to-have-in-your-team/) - The adage, ‘It’s not what you know, it’s who you know’, has significantly more weight in this 21st century world of busyness and rapidly changing technology. “Previously unthought-of collaborations appear and steal market share, and everyone seems to know everyone else on social media,” according to according to Janine Garner, author of From Me To We, and CEO of LBDGroup. - [Ep 005 - Follow Your Own Yellow Brick Road](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-005-follow-your-own-yellow-brick-road/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thought… - [Ep 004 - What Are You Known For?](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-004-what-are-you-known-for/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thought… - [Ep 003 - Fuel Your Fire](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-003-fuel-your-fire/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thought… - [Ep 002 - Say Yes to Failure](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-002-say-yes-to-failure/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thought… - [Ep 001 - Networking Still Matters. But Your Network Matters More](https://janinegarner.com.au/ep-001-networking-still-matters-but-your-network-matters-more/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thought… - [The 4 People You Need to Supercharge Your Career](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-4-people-you-need-to-supercharge-your-career-2/) - Gold Coast - Brisbane and Beyond Magazine. Read more of Janine's Article as featured in Brisbane & Beyond Magazine here - Gold Coast Jun 2017 - [The 4 People You Need to Supercharge Your Career](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-4-people-you-need-to-supercharge-your-career-2/) - Gold Coast - Brisbane and Beyond Magazine. Read more of Janine's Article as featured in Brisbane & Beyond Magazine here - Gold Coast Jun 2017 - [Mastering networking - how to build connections that matter](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-master-your-network/) - It’s the small, strategic and smart networks that business leaders build around themselves and pursue with conviction that count the most. IN BRIEF First impressions count, then it’s all about engaging your personal network on a deeper level. Executives who rank in the top 20 per cent of their companies in performance and wellbeing have - [From the 'dream stealer' to the 'energy vampire': The 12 people in your life that are holding you back from success - so do YOU recognise any of them?](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-12-people-holding-success/) - While success is achieved by working hard and setting goals, it is also determined by the people you surround yourself with. And according to Australian business woman and founder of LBDGroup, Janine Garner, there are 12 types of people that we all need to remove from our lives in order to move forward. 'Do you - [Listen Up. Stop The Rubbernecking. Get Present.](https://janinegarner.com.au/listen-up-be-present/) - Are you truly listening or are you rubbernecking, checking out who else is in the room or what other people are doing? Are you focusing on the conversation at hand or listening with one ear, with the other on another conversation? Are you actually there in body but thinking about other things — the - [Create a Network that Works - Listen to Podcast on Team Guru](https://janinegarner.com.au/create-a-network-that-works-podcast/) - Create a Network that Works Listen to the full podcast on Team Guru here - Team Guru Podcast. Is your network working for you? Are they pushing relentlessly to ensure you become the very best you can be? Chances are they are not – but you’re not alone. In this age of social media, where - [Better Is Something You Become](https://janinegarner.com.au/better-something-become/) - “The day you stop learning is the day you stop living. We should all pick up new skills, ideas, viewpoints, and ways of working every day.” Richard Branson A life of continuous learning is essential to growth. But here's the thing: it’s up to you to seek out the Teachers who will constantly push - [Pieces of the Leadership Puzzle](https://janinegarner.com.au/pieces-leadership-puzzle/) - DON’T WAIT for leadership opportunities to present themselves . . . here’s how to make them come to you. Once individuals were tapped on the shoulder and singled out to step up to a leadership role, but the days of waiting to be asked are gone. Flatter organisational structures mean – hierarchically at least – - [From ME to WE](https://janinegarner.com.au/from-me-to-we-2/) - Janine Garner is one of Australia’s leading ambassadors for the empowerment of women. While juggling a career and three young children, Janine made a brave move and stepped out of her corporate career to create one of Australia’s leading women’s networking organisations the Little Black Dress Group and First Seed – a not-for-profit organisation that - [The 4 types of people a businesswoman should get in her network](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-4-types-of-people-a-businesswoman-should-get-in-her-network/) - The 4 types of people a businesswoman should get in her network Despite having jam packed ‘to do’ lists and lots going on, many business owners will inevitably think, ‘Jeez this running a business thing is lonely business.’ A lack of support, a feeling that everything rests on their shoulders, and a sense that there is - [Marie Claire @ Work - Janine Garner Interview](https://janinegarner.com.au/i-havent-found-my-dream-job/) - Marie Claire @ Work Your Get Real Guide to Career & Financial Success. Read more of Janine's Interview with Marie Claire here - Marie Claire May 2017 - [5 secrets to cultivating a successful network](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-secrets-successful-network/) - A successful network is about quality not quantity. We don’t need more contacts, we don’t need more ‘friends’ and we don’t necessarily need to spend more time connecting online. If this were all we needed, then every one of us would be enjoying unparalleled success through the sheer number of opportunities we have to connect. - [It's Who You Know - IIDM Global Featured Content](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-iidm-global-featured-content/) - It's Who You Know IIDM Global have featured an extract of Janine's book 'It's Who You Know'. - [It's Who You Know - IIDM Global Featured Content](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-iidm-global-featured-content-2/) - It's Who You Know IIDM Global have featured an extract of Janine's book 'It's Who You Know'. - [Networking Mastery - Building Connections that Matter](https://janinegarner.com.au/networking-mastery-building-connections-that-matter/) - Networking Mastery - Building Connections that Matter Networking is essential for business growth and personal success. Yet the adage “it’s not what you know its who you know” seems to have significantly more weight in this 21st century world of busyness, where jobs are filled before they are advertised and previously unthought-of collaborations appear out - [It's Lonely At The Top](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-lonely-at-the-top/) - Everybody has something that chews them up and, for me, that thing was always loneliness. The cinema has the power to make you not feel lonely, even when you are. Tom Hanks Many leaders and business owners, despite spending their days surrounded by people, things to do and lots of activity around them surprisingly - [It's Who You Know - Book Review by In The Black](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-book-review-by-in-the-black/) - It’s Who You Know – Book Review Read the full article here - INTHEBLACK May 2017 - [It's Who You Know - Book Review by Femail.com.au](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-book-review/) - It’s Who You Know – Book Review The rise of social media has made networking easier, but are your connections just quantity over quality? In an era where jobs are filled before they're advertised and unthought-of collaborations appear out of nowhere, how do you ensure that you have the right people in your network? According to - [It's Who You Know - Networking That Works](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-networking-that-works/) - It’s Who You Know – Networking that works Networking is essential for business growth and personal success. Yet the adage “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know” seems to have significantly more weight in this 21st century world of busyness, where jobs are filled before they are advertised and previously unthought-of collaborations appear - [It's Who You Know - Book Review by Girl.com.au](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-book-review-by-girl/) - It's Who You Know The rise of social media has made networking easier, but are your connections just quantity over quality? In an era where jobs are filled before they're advertised and unthought-of collaborations appear out of nowhere, how do you ensure that you have the right people in your network? According to internationally-acclaimed entrepreneur - [Are We Connecting or Disconnecting?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-we-connecting-or-disconnecting/) - Are We Connecting or Disconnecting? Has the increase in 'connection' actually resulted in a parallel increase in 'disconnection'? The internet has opened up a whole new world of content, connections and networking possibilities. The explosion of digital and social media has fundamentally changed the way we function, communicate and do business both online and offline. - [It's Who You Know - Book Review by Derek Parker](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-book-review-by-derek-parker/) - It’s Who You Know – Book Review Read the full article here - Derek Parker. - [It's Who You Know That Really Counts When it Comes to Networking](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-that-really-counts-when-it-comes-to-networking/) - It’s who you know that really counts when it comes to networking. We’ve never been more networked than we are right now. LinkedIn has 467 million members, Twitter has 319 million active users, and more than 1 billion people are active on Facebook. So why are so many of us so bad at networking? Connection - [In The Network](https://janinegarner.com.au/in-the-network/) - Jamaica Blue Escape Jun 2017 - [It’s who you know that really counts when it comes to networking](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-that-really-counts-when-it-comes-to-networking-2/) - It’s who you know that really counts when it comes to networking We’ve never been more networked than we are right now. LinkedIn has 467 million members, Twitter has 319 million active users, and more than 1 billion people are active on Facebook. So why are so many of us so bad at networking? Connection - [The 4 People You Need to Supercharge Your Career](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-4-people-you-need-to-supercharge-your-career/) - The adage “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know” has significantly more weight in this 21st century world of busy-ness where job vacancies are filled before they are advertised and previously unthought-of collaborations appear out of nowhere to create new and competitive markets. Add to this the constant pressure of coming up with - [Build Your Pit Crew for Success](https://janinegarner.com.au/build-your-pit-crew-for-success/) - The journey from the bottom to the top requires grit, determination and perseverance. Having the right ‘pit crew’ around to keep you mentally tough is key. It can be a lonely journey climbing the ladder of success. Naysayers may appear out of the woodwork, dream stealers attempt to shatter dreams, saboteurs squash plans and conversations - [Friends on Facebook](https://janinegarner.com.au/friends-on-facebook/) - It’s time for a Facebook friend cull, because these are the only 12 friends you need in your feed. Here’s the bottom line – we don’t need more contacts, we don’t need more friends and we don’t necessarily need to spend more time connecting on line. If all we needed was this, then every single - [Mastering Your Network](https://janinegarner.com.au/mastering-your-network/) - BMW Marquee Magazine. Read more of Janine's Article as featured in BMW Marquee Magazine here - BMW Marquee Apr 2017 - [12 People to Surround Yourself With For Career Success](https://janinegarner.com.au/12-people-to-surround-yourself-with-for-career-success/) - Having the right people in your work posse can equal career success. Janine Garner reckons most of us make the mistake of not updating our network throughout their careers. She should know. Just take a look at her credentials: founder of LBDGroup, director of Curious Minds Pty Ltd and author of It’s Who You Know. - [It’s Who You Know: The three ingredients of a powerful network](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-three-ingredients-of-a-powerful-network/) - No matter what stage of your career you are at, in todays world of constant challenge, change and busyness, you simply will not be able to move fast enough on your own. And sitting on your hands waiting for the world to help will get you nowhere. Building a network for personal growth in the - [From Lovers and Connectors to Cheerleaders and Truth Sayers](https://janinegarner.com.au/12-people-in-your-network-to-fast-track-success-in-your-career/) - Australian business woman and founder of LBDGroup, Janine Garner, is urging professionals to declutter and invest only in those who add value to their personal and professional development. According to the Sydney-based executive, everyone must have 12 specific types of people in their network to fast-track their success and ensure longevity in their industry. Here, - [Why You Only Need 12 Friends on Facebook](https://janinegarner.com.au/need-12-friends-facebook/) - Today Extra on Channel 9 - [The 4 people you need to supercharge your career](https://janinegarner.com.au/supercharge-career-with-4-people/) - Becoming the master of your personal network and surrounding yourself with the right people, with the right skills, is key to fast-tracking personal success. Find out who the four key people are in your network - [You Can't Get Anywhere In Life On Your Own](https://janinegarner.com.au/cant-get-anywhere/) - Sheryl Sandberg, COO of Facebook, names Larry Summers, from the US Treasury Department and the World Bank, as her first and most important mentor. Fashion designer Yves St Laurent declares that Christian Dior ‘taught me the basis of my art … I never forgot the years I spent at his side’. Facebook gladiator Mark Zuckerberg - [Four Is The Magic Number](https://janinegarner.com.au/four-is-the-magic-number/) - Four is a magic number. Just as there are four essential elements that work together in the universe (fire, water, air and earth), there are four critical roles in business: Chief Executive Officer — vision and strategy = fire Chief Operating Officer — resources and operations = water Chief Information Officer — - [Interview with Luke and Susie](https://janinegarner.com.au/interview-with-luke-and-susie/) - Interview - Janine Garner Listen to the interview of Janine Garner - with Luke and Susie - follow this link. - [Why You Only Need 12 Friends on Facebook](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-you-only-need-12-friends-on-facebook/) - Today Extra on Channel 9 - [How To Stop Saying Yes When You Want To Say No](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-stop-saying-yes-when-you-want-to-say-no/) - How To Stop Saying Yes When You Want To Say No It's always easier to say 'Yes' because most of us want to please other people. Somebody asks you to spend an hour editing their self-published book about dingoes, or present a speech at a business dinner for free, or MC an event you have - [The Pack Rat, the Librarian and the Good Samaritan.](https://janinegarner.com.au/create-momentum-centre/) - In ‘Building an Innovation Factory’ (HBR, May 2000), Andrew Hargadon and Robert I. Sutton discuss how to broker and capture good ideas for true and long-lasting effect. One of the companies studied is IDEO, an international design and consulting firm founded in Palo Alto, California. The most respected people at IDEO are: part pack rat - [Successful Networks Have 12 Types of Connections](https://janinegarner.com.au/successful-networks-have-12-types-of-connections/) - Successful networks have 12 types of connections Recruiters can build more valuable and strategic networks by actively seeking out 12 specific types of connections, according to a leadership coach. Professionals whose networks consist solely of people who think like them are significantly handicapping their careers and development, says Janine Garner, but she notes that "we tend - [The Importance of Strong Work Friendships](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-importance-of-strong-work-friendships/) - Work wife = friend for life. The bond between work friends is a magical thing. You know you’ve got a special relationship on your hands when you already spend most of your time with your work crew—thanks to all the overtime you do, obviously—and you still want to see them on Friday nights, weekends, and - [This Is How To Do Networking That Works](https://janinegarner.com.au/networking-that-works/) - Networking is essential for business growth and personal success. Yet the adage “it’s not what you know its who you know” seems to have significantly more weight in this 21st century world of busyness, where jobs are filled before they are advertised and previously unthought-of collaborations appear out of nowhere to create new and competitive - [Five Ways to do Networking That Works](https://janinegarner.com.au/five-ways-to-do-networking-that-works/) - Five Ways to do Networking That Works Networking is essential for business growth and personal success. Yet the adage “it’s not what you know its who you know” seems to have significantly more weight in this 21st century world of busyness, where jobs are filled before they are advertised and previously unthought-of collaborations appear out of - [It's Who You Know - Networking That Matters](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-networking-that-matters/) - Networking is essential for business growth and personal success. Yet the adage “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know” seems to have significantly more weight in this 21st century world of busyness, where jobs are filled before they are advertised and previously unthought-of collaborations appear out of nowhere to create new and competitive - [It's Who You Know - Book Review by Justin Burke, The Deal Magazine](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-book-review-by-justin-burke/) - It's Who You Know: How a Network of 12 Key People Can Fast-Track your Success. Janine Garner, Wiley, 256pp, $27.95 Janine Garner (From Me to We) sets out a model of networking in which gathering hundreds of LinkedIn contacts, Facebook friends and Instagram followers is de rigueur but insufficient. She argues this explosion in digital - [Four People You Need to Help Your Career](https://janinegarner.com.au/four-people-you-need-to-help-your-career/) - The right people will guide you and stretch your thinking. If you rarely think about how important your network is, then take the time to write down the names of the people in your life who have played a part in progressing your career so far. Chances are you'll be able to name - [Leading Out: 5 Tips for Being a More Influential Leader](https://janinegarner.com.au/leading-out-5-tips-for-being-a-more-influential-leader/) - Leading Out: 5 Tips for Being a More Influential Leader Leadership is not about titles, positions or flowcharts. It is about one life influencing another. - John Maxwell The phenomenal speed of change that got us to the 21st century’s technological frenzy is not going to slow down anytime soon. The world in which we - [On The Outside Looking In](https://janinegarner.com.au/on_the_outside_looking_in/) - ‘I’m nervous about making connections…I’m shy…I’m an introvert.’ Is this you? Then you are not alone - I've lost count of how many times I've heard these comments in the last two weeks. It seems to me that too many of us have put the whole concept of networking in a box labelled ‘Fear’. Fear feeds - [Women Kind by Chelsea Roffey](https://janinegarner.com.au/womenkind/) - Women Kind – by Chelsea Roffey As featured in Fernwood Magazine March 2017. Feature article written by Chelsea Roffey about Janine Garner. Read the full article here - 20 Mar 17 Fernwood Mar 2017. - [It's Who You Know - Book Review by Justin Burke of The Australian](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-book-review-by-justin-burke-2/) - It’s Who You Know – Book Review Read the full review here - The Australian The Deal Mar 2017 - [It's Who You Know - Featured in Optimum Health Magazine](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-who-you-know-featured-in-optimum-health-magazine/) - It’s Who You Know – Mention As featured in Optimum Health's Best Sellers List - Optimum Health Mar 2017 - [Who's Packing Your Parachute?](https://janinegarner.com.au/whos-packing-parachute/) - On Tuesday this week, I woke up to the world spinning. I couldn't open my eyes. Every time I tried to stand I’d fall over. The nausea was intense. My head felt totally disjointed from my body. I managed to drag myself from the bed to the bathroom, knowing that the toilet bowl was about - [Networking matters but who's in your network matters more](https://janinegarner.com.au/networking-matters-but-whos-in-your-network-matters-more/) - Create the space to collaborate, to capture a potential gem, to create the future now before it becomes the present and passes us by. Here’s the bottom line — we don't need more contacts, we don't need more friends and we don't necessarily need to spend more time connecting online. If all we needed - [Quit the Blame Game](https://janinegarner.com.au/quit-the-blame-game/) - Whether you are the head of an organisation, a leader, a manager or an employee, you have no doubt experienced the ‘Review Period’ – the sales / performance / budget / how-can-we-improve-and-do-better review. But during these assessment sessions, how honest are you really being? For instance, do you take time to identify what didn’t work, what - [The Power of the Tribe](https://janinegarner.com.au/power-of-the-tribe/) - IN THIS incredibly fast-paced business and economic landscape we can no longer do it alone – realistically, we never could; we just thought we could. Building a powerful and diverse network, your own personal tribe, is a critical must-have within the new operating system of commercial collaboration. Moving from the isolated ‘Me’ space to the - [I Hate Networking!](https://janinegarner.com.au/i-hate-networking/) - So many of us avoid networking because we see it is as exactly that – hard work. We’ve put the work back into networking and made it all too difficult and exhausting. Countless articles and books have been written about the importance of networking (yeah, yeah, yeah I hear you say!) In his book Highly - [Future Leaders think 'We' not Me](https://janinegarner.com.au/future-leaders-think-we-not-me/) - How are you embracing change to remain at the for… - [#Connecting or #Disconnecting? Which one is it?](https://janinegarner.com.au/connecting-or-disconnecting/) - American psychiatrist Edward Hallowell writes, ‘Never in human history have our brains had to work with so much information as they do today… We have a generation of people who are so busy processing the information received from all directions that they are losing the ability to think and feel.’ The explosion of social media - [Can all the experts please stand up](https://janinegarner.com.au/can-experts-please-stand/) - When you are known for knowing something, your ability to cut through the crowd and get noticed increases exponentially. In the book Outliers, author Malcolm Gladwell says that it takes 10,000 hours of practice to achieve mastery or expertise in a field. He cites examples such as: Bill Gates, who used to sneak out of his - [Embrace two little words to a successful career](https://janinegarner.com.au/embrace-two-little-words-to-a-successful-career/) - TWO words may just have the power to change your career. Motivational speaker and author Janine Garner says the words “I can” have long been used as a powerful strategy for overcoming fear and failure, but work just as well when it comes to meeting career goals and challenges. Garner, who is also the founder - [True leaders are prepared to make a stand and drive change](https://janinegarner.com.au/true_leaders_make_a_stand/) - Just over a year and a half ago the Harvard Business Review changed the way it ranked the world’s best performing chief executives, no longer solely basing its list on shareholder value and market capitalisation but including environmental, social and governance measures to gain a more balanced evaluation. More than 20 years ago Jeff Bezos, - [Follow Your Own Yellow Brick Road](https://janinegarner.com.au/follow-your-own-yellow-brick-road/) - Making plans and setting goals is great but too often we make excuses for what we lack. ‘If only’ becomes the catch-cry that holds us back from our dreams and networking effectively when in fact we already have the answers for what we seek within us. - [Transactional or Transformational Networking](https://janinegarner.com.au/transactional-or-transformational-networking/) - Transactional or Transformational Networking? Networking at the end of the day is, and always has been, about connecting, yet the way we’re going about it is all wrong. We appear to be living in an age of extremes. On the one hand, we obsess about the quantity of ‘friends’, connections and size of the databases - [Another year is over. 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On the one hand obsessing about the quantity of 'friends' and size of the database we are rapidly trying to accumulate. On the other, struggling with the busyness of life and finding the time to keep in touch with said network. Networking - Are You Transacting Or - [Networking Matters but YOUR Network Matters More](https://janinegarner.com.au/networking-matters-but-your-network-matters-more/) - How many times have you been told, ‘you really have to network’? That networking is ‘essential for your growth and personal success’? Do you jump up and down with joy at this idea, eager to get out there and meet new people? Or do you cringe with horror, thinking you’d much rather be spending your - [Leading out is facing out: Leading out drives influence](https://janinegarner.com.au/leading-facing-leading-drives-influence/) - Whether you are the CEO of an organisation or the leader of a team, if you sit comfortably in the business space of leading inwards and focusing solely on your goals, your to-do lists and your aspirations, then inevitably you will come to an influential standstill. Why? Because the world is moving quicker than ever - [What Impact Are Your REALLY Making?](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-impact-are-your-really-making/) - We spend every day connecting – at work, at home, at leisure. Whether on or offline the reality is that every single day we are coming in to contact with someone. But are you really connecting or are you simply going about your day to day focused on what it is that you have - [Failure or forward momentum — what choice are you making?](https://janinegarner.com.au/failure-forward-momentum-choice-making/) - Challenge. Disrupt thinking. Find a dangerous idea and go for it. It seems to me that leaders today need to hone their decision-making skills in order to ideate and make game-changing leaps. Yet it’s incredibly easy to let fear overtake us. With a focus on getting things 100 per cent perfect as opposed to achieving - [Teachers Rule - OK!](https://janinegarner.com.au/teachers-rule-ok/) - “Experience is the only thing that brings knowledge, and the longer you are on earth the more experience you are sure to get.” L. Frank Baum, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz A life of continuous learning and exploration of what could be is essential to growth. But here’s the thing - no one is going - [Teachers Rule - OK!](https://janinegarner.com.au/teachers-rule-ok-2/) - “Experience is the only thing that brings knowledge, and the longer you are on earth the more experience you are sure to get.” L. Frank Baum, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz A life of continuous learning and exploration of what could be is essential to growth. But here’s the thing - no one is going - [The myth of solo success: Collaborative leadership](https://janinegarner.com.au/myth-solo-success-collaborative-leadership/) - Franklin Delano Roosevelt, one of the greatest leaders the USA has yet seen, once made a typically self-deprecating comment. He said: “I’m not the smartest fellow in the world, but I can sure pick smart colleagues”. Simplistic? Perhaps. But nonetheless correct. There is absolutely no doubt that there’s a new kid on the block when - [Be Fear LESS - Go On!](https://janinegarner.com.au/be-fear-less-go-on/) - If it scares you, it might be a good thing to try - Seth Godin Since returning from the UK I have been delivering keynotes to groups of corporate leaders and facilitated individual and group training and mentoring sessions - the consistent theme of the debate and discussion has centred around: - how to remain relevant in - [The business of stagnation: Status quo & change resistance](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-stagnation-status-quo-change-resistance/) - Jim Rohn, American entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker said, “Leadership is the challenge to be something more than average”. The world is moving quicker than ever before, is more connected than ever before, and more uncertain than ever before. And yet we are in a period of significant opportunity where we can connect, collaborate, and - [Don't Put The Introvert In The Corner](https://janinegarner.com.au/dont-put-the-introvert-in-the-corner/) - “The secret to life is to put yourself in the right lighting. For some it’s a Broadway spotlight, for others, a lamp lit desk.” - Susan Cain Introversion and extroversion are at the heart of human nature and yet depending on our comfort zone we unconsciously make judgments and place ourselves and each other in - [Create those divergent moments to collaborate and ideate](https://janinegarner.com.au/create-divergent-moments-collaborate-ideate/) - Let's innovate. Let’s ideate. Let’s blue sky new solutions to this problem.” These words ring out loud and clear in many boardrooms across the country as businesses strive to remain relevant, wanted, and needed in a world of abundance and sameness. The reality is that the strategies, metrics, and structures that are successful now may - [The solo myth: Why we can't achieve success singlehandedly](https://janinegarner.com.au/solo-myth-cant-achieve-success-singlehandedly/) - There is an African proverb that says, “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together”. In this fast paced world in which we are now living, where things are not going to slow down any time soon, if at all; where resources are limited, competition is rife - [Create The Ripple Effect Of You](https://janinegarner.com.au/create-the-ripple-effect-of-you/) - Everything we do, even the slightest thing we do, can have a ripple effect and repercussions that emanate. If you throw a pebble into the water on one side of the ocean, it can create a tidal wave on the other side. 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A Harvard Business Review article Managing Yourself, - [The four critical people you need in your network](https://janinegarner.com.au/four-critical-people-need-network/) - The adage “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know” has significantly more weight in this 21st century world of busy-ness, where jobs are taken before they are advertised, previously unthought-of collaborations appear and steal market share, and everyone seems to know everyone else on social media. A Harvard Business Review article Managing Yourself, - [Note To Small Business: It's OK To Ask For Help](https://janinegarner.com.au/note-small-business-ok-ask-help/) - It's Startup Week, and one expert has a hot tip for all entrepreneurs -- collaborate or fail. Janine Garner, author of From Me to We, says the era where small business owners found success purely from their own blood, sweat and tears is over -- and collaboration is the only way forward. She says this - [Note To Small Business: It's OK To Ask For Help](https://janinegarner.com.au/note-small-business-ok-ask-help/) - It's Startup Week, and one expert has a hot tip for all entrepreneurs -- collaborate or fail. Janine Garner, author of From Me to We, says the era where small business owners found success purely from their own blood, sweat and tears is over -- and collaboration is the only way forward. She says this - [Watch Out Dream Stealers Ahead](https://janinegarner.com.au/watch-out-dream-stealers-ahead/) - Dream stealers are the antithesis of change and momentum, of networking to mutual benefit, of keeping you on your unique path and helping you move towards your personal dream of success — and they are everywhere, so beware. Spotted at the water filter, in the office canteen, sat next to you, even at home. They - [5 ways to position up and influence out to drive change](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-ways-position-influence-drive-change/) - The business world is experiencing massive disruption and the phenomenal speed of change that got us to the 21st century’s technological frenzy is not going to slow down any time soon. Competition is intensifying. The world is getting smaller. There is an abundance of everything everywhere. We are being challenged every day to invent and - [Time for a contact clean-out](https://janinegarner.com.au/time-contact-clean/) - How many of us have been told, "you really have to network"; that networking is an important part of building personal and business success? The adage of "it's not what you know, it's who you know" seems to have significantly more weight in this 21st century world of busyness, where jobs are taken before they - [How to stay mentally strong: Build a 'Pit Crew'](https://janinegarner.com.au/stay-mentally-strong-build-pit-crew/) - It can be a lonely journey for some as we climb the ladder of success. Whether in a corporate environment or your own entrepreneurial enterprise, the journey from the bottom to the top requires grit, determination and perseverance. Fears are faced, tough decisions are made, we push past failures, recalibrate realities and manage focus whilst - [5 Ways the Power of ‘I Can’ Changes You](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-ways-power-can-changes/) - We often think long and hard about what we want to achieve. Sometimes we think so hard that we think ourselves right out of action. But those who succeed as leaders, whose stories we sit and devour, live by a very simple set of rules. They recognize that nothing gets accomplished when we live in - [The intelligence bank & collaborative thinking](https://janinegarner.com.au/intelligence-bank-collaborative-thinking/) - Too often there is a focus within organisations on the bottom line, which will hopefully be a healthy black instead of an alarming crimson. What can be lost in the race for a perfect P&L, however, is how a company gets there. In a world business environment that is growing increasingly unstable, fast-paced and demanding, - [How supporting your colleagues and thinking as WE rather than ME will advance your career](https://janinegarner.com.au/supporting-colleagues-thinking-rather-will-advance-career/) - Franklin Delano Roosevelt, one of the greatest leaders the USA has yet seen, once made a typically self-deprecating comment. He said ‘I’m not the smartest fellow in the world, but I can sure pick smart colleagues’. Simplistic? Perhaps. But nonetheless correct. You have a conscious choice to make when it comes to your investment in - [Dream and Take Action - You Can Do It](https://janinegarner.com.au/dream-and-take-action-you-can-do-it/) - If you have a dream, don't just sit there. Gather courage to believe that you can succeed and leave no stone unturned to make it a reality. - Roopleen There is often a risk of thinking ourselves out of action because we think long and hard about what we want to achieve - we think, and we think, - [What Do You Want To Be When You Grow Up](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-do-you-want-to-be-when-you-grow-up/) - Anybody who believes that the business landscape is the same as it was in the ‘old days’ has their head well and truly buried in the 20th‐century sand. There is an evolution going on that is affecting the business world and how we lead and manage within it. We are all being forced to - [Stop the blame game](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-blame-game/) - How to cure a case of 'blame-itis' Whether you are heading up an organisation, are a leader, a manager or an employee most of us have experienced the ‘Review Period’ – the sales, performance, budget, the 'how can we improve and do better' review. But during these assessment periods, how honest are you really being? - [Position up and influence out to drive change](https://janinegarner.com.au/position-influence-drive-change/) - We are living in a fast-changing world—business is moving quicker than ever before, our clients and suppliers are increasingly demanding, resources are being cut, the demographics of the workplace are changing with 4 generations at work (baby boomers, Gen X, Y and Z etc). And yet with all of this, every single one of us - [Position up and influence out to drive change](https://janinegarner.com.au/position-influence-drive-change-2/) - We are living in a fast-changing world—business is moving quicker than ever before, our clients and suppliers are increasingly demanding, resources are being cut, the demographics of the workplace are changing with 4 generations at work (baby boomers, Gen X, Y and Z etc). And yet with all of this, every single one of us - [Everyone Needs A Champion](https://janinegarner.com.au/everyone-needs-a-champion/) - I believe that… The blueprint for becoming The biggest, boldest, grandest, deepest version and vision of you Is laminated across the pump That thumps in your chest Mykel Dixon Everyone deserves that personal champion, that cheerleader, pom poms and all – that someone who never gives up on you, who pulls you - [Connection = The Exchange Of Humanity](https://janinegarner.com.au/connection-the-exchange-of-humanity/) - We are living in a world where we are more connected that ever before – mobile phone, the internet, instant messaging, social media. Millions of people are chatting, sharing and creating around the world at the same time and new data, information, news and ideas reach us at the click of a button. This communication - [Colouring outside the lines: Say goodbye to beige leadership](https://janinegarner.com.au/colouring-outside-lines-say-goodbye-beige-leadership/) - What colour is your leadership style? Shades of beige, or a riot of ideation and colourful innovation? Beige leaders are complacent in their role of ‘superiority’. They are accepting of traditional methods, and the way things have always been done. They are, more often than not, in ‘survival mode’, keeping their heads down and hoping - [Be an adult and speak up. If you don’t, who will?](https://janinegarner.com.au/adult-speak-dont-will/) - There are so many different expectations that we as a society place on each other and in turn place on ourselves – to be the fearless leader, the innovative business owner, the most caring friend, loving mother, passionate lover, amazing cook and incredible housekeeper, among other things. I’m exhausted just writing that list! The question - [Keep Mentally Strong – Build Your Pit Crew](https://janinegarner.com.au/keep-mentally-strong-build-your-pit-crew/) - It can be a lonely journey for some as we climb the ladder of success. Whether in a corporate environment or your own entrepreneurial enterprise the journey from the bottom to the top requires grit, determination and perseverance. Fears are faced, tough decisions are made, we push past failures, recalibrate realities and manage focus - [Keep Mentally Strong – Build Your Pit Crew](https://janinegarner.com.au/keep-mentally-strong-build-your-pit-crew-2/) - It can be a lonely journey for some as we climb the ladder of success. Whether in a corporate environment or your own entrepreneurial enterprise the journey from the bottom to the top requires grit, determination and perseverance. Fears are faced, tough decisions are made, we push past failures, recalibrate realities and manage focus - [The new competitive advantage: Diverse thinking](https://janinegarner.com.au/diverse-thinking-competitive-advantage/) - The collective intelligence created by diversity of opinion is the new competitive advantage. Embracing diversity—and the debates that ensue—creates new ways of thinking, helps to identify potential future risk, and opens possible new doors to growth, market stretch, and business expansion. Diverse thinking is essentially commercial collaboration; the move from ‘me’ to ‘we’. Commercial collaboration - [The new competitive advantage: Diverse thinking](https://janinegarner.com.au/diverse-thinking-competitive-advantage-2/) - The collective intelligence created by diversity of opinion is the new competitive advantage. Embracing diversity—and the debates that ensue—creates new ways of thinking, helps to identify potential future risk, and opens possible new doors to growth, market stretch, and business expansion. Diverse thinking is essentially commercial collaboration; the move from ‘me’ to ‘we’. Commercial collaboration - [Making Progress or In Delusion?](https://janinegarner.com.au/making-progress-or-in-delusion/) - Be not afraid of going slowly, be afraid only of standing still – Chinese Proverb I have been reading Quest, the latest book from Dr Jason Fox. One particular insight he shares is the concept of ‘Progress Delusion’. He describes this as “the state where we find ourselves saying yes to so many little - [#PledgeForParity – It Takes All Of Us, Working Together, To Drive Change](https://janinegarner.com.au/pledgeforparity-it-takes-all-of-us-working-together-to-drive-change/) - Today, the 8th March, marks #IWD2016 – a day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women as well as highlighting incredible amounts of discrimination and lack of parity that continues to exist around the world. How much progress are we really making? Is it all puff and bravado or are we - [Hooked on the Good Stuff](https://janinegarner.com.au/hooked-on-the-good-stuff/) - Most of us like to feel in flow - you know that wonderful feeling of everything going to plan, like the jigsaw pieces of a puzzle dropping in to place with no effort or stress about finding the corners, the straight edges or that piece with the ultra skinny pointy outy shape that no matter - [Banking On Your Intelligence: The New Commercial Currency](https://janinegarner.com.au/banking-on-your-intelligence-the-new-commercial-currency-2/) - Often, if you are standing within the 'solopreneur' space, it's a sense of being exactly that; a company of one. Even if you have people working for you, if you're realistic, they have been working for you, not with you. And when it comes to interaction between yourself and owners of other startups or SMEs - [Are YOU Making an Impact?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-making-an-impact/) - Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others. Jack Welch, former chairman and CEO, General Electric. The future lies in the hands of all of us taking action together – building dreams, driving influence, walking the talk of the leadership we - [Stay in the Zone, Create a Ripple - And It Will Become A Wave](https://janinegarner.com.au/stay-in-the-zone-create-a-ripple-and-it-will-become-a-wave/) - This weekend I received the most beautiful email from a client. It stopped me in my tracks. Just like Mr Happy in the Roger Hargreaves books, I turned my mouth up at the edges and smiled – oh and then maybe a little squeeze of an ‘eek’ and virtual happy dance followed by the holding - [Behind Every Success Story Is An Even Better One Of Support](https://janinegarner.com.au/behind-every-success-story-is-an-even-better-one-of-support/) - When we strategically align ourselves with like-minded thinkers and doers, to those who have achieved what we dream of achieving, then like osmosis, we absorb positive ‘can do’ energy, we take action and, ultimately, we move in the right direction towards our individual goals. This same group has an added super power - they become the - [Warning: cases of Blame-itis on the rise](https://janinegarner.com.au/warning-cases-of-blame-itis-on-the-rise/) - It wasn't me – it was him/her… I tried but they wouldn't let me… It’s too hard to do that… I didn't make it because (insert relevant excuse) got in the way Sorry I missed that email it must have got lost in the Internet ether Etc. Etc. 2016 is well and truly here and - [5 Steps to Get Ahead in Your Career](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-steps-to-get-ahead-in-your-career/) - Want to get ahead at work? Forget about 'Me' - it's all about 'We'. Follow these 5 key steps to being a team player, and increase your career prospects in the process. There’s no doubt that there’s a new kid on the block when it comes to workplace behaviour, particularly if you are looking to - [Choose Your Connections - Wisely](https://janinegarner.com.au/choose-your-connections-wisely/) - “So this is Christmas And what have you done Another year over And a new one just begun” John Lennon This is my last blog for a couple of weeks. Yep, I’m taking some time off to hang with my little tribe of amazingness, reconnect with loved ones and rejuvenate for what is rapidly - [The Disappearing Female Leader](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-disappearing-female-leader/) - Today’s lack of female leaders will drastically affect the female leadership pipeline of tomorrow – it’s time to take action. It makes economic sense to engage and collaborate commercially with women. Cooperation brings about a balanced view when it comes to strategic decision-making for the future, yet women seem to be disappearing from positions of - [Transformational Connections](https://janinegarner.com.au/transformational-connections/) - Live-tweeting your bikini wax is not vulnerability. Nor is posting a blow-by-blow of your divorce. That's an attempt to hot-wire connection. But you can't cheat real connection. It's built up slowly. It's about trust and time - Brene Brown We appear to be living in an age of extremes. On the one hand obsessing about the - [A Pregnant Pause: Stopping the Brain Drain & Supporting Women at Work](https://janinegarner.com.au/a-pregnant-pause-stopping-the-brain-drain-supporting-women-at-work/) - A pregnant pause – stopping the brain drain and supporting women at work In terms of OECD countries, sadly Australia is still far from taking the lead when it comes to supporting pregnant women in the workplace, and what seems to be an eternal bugbear for employers – women on maternity leave. It is becoming - [Protect the Future Pipeline of Female Leaders](https://janinegarner.com.au/protect-the-future-pipeline-of-female-leaders/) - Unless we collaborate, the lack of female leaders now will drastically affect the pipeline of female leaders for tomorrow. There will be no funneling of talent, no monitoring or active sponsoring of younger women– because the senior female leaders simply won’t be there to see these things put in place. The lost investment in talent - [#Wordup 2016](https://janinegarner.com.au/wordup-2016-2/) - “As names have power, words have power. Words can light fires in the minds of men. Words can wring tears from the hardest hearts.” – Patrick Rothfuss, The Name Of The Wind A wonderful jumble and organisation of letters creates a single word. A single word; one that can create power, strength of focus, - [Career Progression](https://janinegarner.com.au/career-progression/) - Switching from ‘Me to We’: 3 top tips The current world climate is one of constant change, innovation and invention. Business globally is a 24/7 brave new digiworld; information f low and the number of products, brands, concepts, apps and ideas available to the consumer is seemingly inexhaustible and constantly on tap. So how do - [Ownership begins and ends with YOU](https://janinegarner.com.au/ownership-begins-and-ends-with-you/) - Last week I was afforded an enormous privilege by way of the Layne Beachley Aim For The Stars Foundation. That privilege? Meeting former Prime Minister, author, champion of equity, university professor, and perhaps most of all, a person content in their own skin – and owning their own space – Julia Gillard. It was clearly - [Create Divergent Moments](https://janinegarner.com.au/create-divergent-moments/) - Embrace diversity, breed new thinking, collaborate, allow the crazy ideas to breathe and create those often insane divergent moments because this is the only way we are ever going to create the future we dream of right here and now before it becomes a present that passes us by. I know I am not the only - [Secrets of Successful People](https://janinegarner.com.au/secrets-of-successful-people/) - IN LIFE there are always people who seem to take that extra step above the rest of the pack to be extraordinary. They are the movers, the shakers, and the people who dream and take action to turn their dreams into reality. The stories of success are there to motivate us: • The rags to - [Talking Business with Alan Kohler](https://janinegarner.com.au/talking-business-with-alan-kohler/) - [Colouring Outside the Lines](https://janinegarner.com.au/colouring-outside-the-lines/) - Saying goodbye to beige leadership. What colour is your leadership style? Shades of beige, or a riot of ideation and colourful innovation? The time of beige leadership values and the self-propagating disaster that shadows them have an ever-shortening lifespan as innovation, business structure, and cultural and societal changes evolve at an increasingly rapid speed. Take - [5 Rules of Disruptive Leadership](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-rules-of-disruptive-leadership/) - What kind of leader are you? Are you bold? Do you break the rules and make your own? Or are you comfortable, content with the status quo? As a leader, it's easy to sometimes slip into a “comfortable shoes” mentality after a period of stability, when things are going well and the day-to-day workings of - [From Me to We](https://janinegarner.com.au/from-me-to-we/) - [The Dream And The Do](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-dream-and-the-do/) - For those of us who are of a particular vintage, there is an iconic scene in the movie Pretty Woman, where a character says these words: ‘Welcome to Hollywood… what’s your dream?’ So many of us have a dream, or a plan for our future reality; a vision of what our lives and businesses should - [The Perfect Brand Collaboration](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-perfect-brand-collaboration/) - Brand collaborations are all around us, and for good reason. At their best they can be a highly effective way for businesses to break into new markets, offer unique and new competitive advantages, access new distribution channels and benefit from the halo effect of a positive brand association. We’ve seen Vivienne Westwood partner with ASOS - [4 Tips on how SMEs can capitalise on the we space](https://janinegarner.com.au/4-tips-on-how-smes-can-capitalise-on-the-we-space/) - SMEs are often seen as sitting in a slightly isolationist position within the general business environment. This isn’t surprising; most SMEs are the creation of a single entrepreneur, or perhaps a partnership, and as a result have an understandably inward looking approach to the way they operate - and also a flat management structure. The - [The Business Of Engagement](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-business-of-engagement/) - Anyone who writes for their business understands how amazing it feels when someone comments in a positive way on a blog post, or shares out an article. It's still wonderful to me after over four years' worth of weekly blog posts - in other words, approximately two hundred unique posts, just for this platform alone (wow!) - [Who's In & WHo's Out? How to Strategically Build a Network that Works for YOu](https://janinegarner.com.au/whos-in-whos-out-how-to-strategically-build-a-network-that-works-for-you/) - Janine Garner shares her expert networking tips to help professionals at all levels of business (and all levels of sociability). Without a powerful and diverse network around you, the ability to grow, build engagement and drive personal influence are minimal. And yet networking is a term that fills some with the excitement of possibility and - [Competition: A Fuel to Your Fire, Or Damp Spirits?](https://janinegarner.com.au/competition-a-fuel-to-your-fire-or-damp-spirits/) - The world is becoming increasingly competitive - we can see, feel, almost taste it every day in our own business areas and enterprises. We have the experts telling us how volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous the world it is - and hell yeah, it is. The business of busyness is speeding up as we play snakes and - [The Zig Zag vs The Soft Shoe Shuffle](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-zig-zag-vs-the-soft-shoe-shuffle/) - With its origins in vaudeville and the music hall, in the first decades of the twentieth century the soft-shoe shuffle was danced by tap dancers wearing soft-shoes instead of their normal tap shoes. Comedic in performance at times (yes, this dance technique even featured in a Laurel and Hardy film), soft-shoe was accompanied by low - [Bulletproof Your Career](https://janinegarner.com.au/bulletproof-your-career/) - Then forget about “me” - it’s all about “we”. Businesswoman, author and entrepreneur Janine Garner gives the top five reasons why you need to be a team player in today’s workforce There’s a new kid on the block when it comes to workplace behaviour, particularly if you are looking to thrive at a leadership level. - [Failure To Engage Is Engaging With Failure](https://janinegarner.com.au/failure-to-engage-is-engaging-with-failure/) - Connecting, collaborating, communicating. All great words - but they do require us to use another 'c' word - courage. They require us to be brave, to step up and drive change through our influential actions and conversations. It still surprises me how many of us put networking in the box which has been labelled in permanent pen - [From Me to We Part 2](https://janinegarner.com.au/from-me-to-we-part-2/) - In the second of a two-part series, Janine Garner explains how to step beyond networking to collaboration If you try to cast your ‘net’ too wide, it will quickly become evident that you cannot form the sort of connections necessary to work at this level. In part 1 of this series, ‘The power of the - [A Questionable Answer: Using The Thoughtspace](https://janinegarner.com.au/a-questionable-answer-using-the-thoughtspace/) - How many of us look around furtively and then bend over our laptops – even in the dead of night, when nobody could possibly see – when we are doing what could be considered ‘procrastinating’ on the world wide web? It’s the time when we are investigating new pathways, or new ideas, and they are - [5 Tips to Stay Ahead](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-tips-to-stay-ahead/) - WORKERS who are positive, get along with others and stay on top of their game position themselves best for a promotion. Being good at their job is no longer enough, as often the more senior the role, the less likely they are performing the technical tasks for which they were first hired. A US survey - [Lead Out: Why It's Essential To Influence Outwards](https://janinegarner.com.au/lead-out-why-its-essential-to-influence-outwards/) - Whether you are the leader of a country or the leader of a team of two, there is a common principle at play. If you lead inwards - if you sit in the business space of 'me' - then inevitably, you will come to an influential standstill. Lead out, however, and the world will be - [Glass Ceiling or Sticky Floor](https://janinegarner.com.au/glass-ceiling-or-sticky-floor/) - Guest post by Janine Garner If you’ve been a woman in business for any length of time, it can get to a point where the temptation to take the stilettos off, rub those sore feet and shove a pair of shabby old ugg boots on is overwhelming. For women in leadership roles in Australia, the - [A Flashmob Mentality](https://janinegarner.com.au/a-flashmob-mentality/) - When the path of one person’s action becomes the path of many, the energy and momentum that results has the potential to create significant change. Movements are born. Existing industries are disrupted. We see the evolution of the new in business, in society, and in the way the two cross over, as individuals use the - [Small Business Big Dreams](https://janinegarner.com.au/small-business-big-dreams/) - The current business environment, as canny SME founders would know, is increasingly uncertain and volatile. Complex, twenty-four/seven, a digital hive of data, numbers, and information, it's a case of whatever the client wants (and they may be internal or external), whether it is a product or a concept, it can be delivered at the snap - [Don't Be Afraid of Failure](https://janinegarner.com.au/dont-be-afraid-of-failure/) - Author and founder of LBDGroup Janine Garner on how true vulnerability can help your business. Vulnerability and failure. Two words which might as well have an R rating when it comes to the higher echelons of corporate and for high-flying entrepreneurs. Or do they? If you look at some of the most successful leaders in - [Saying Yes to Failure](https://janinegarner.com.au/saying-yes-to-failure/) - Author and founder of LBDGroup, Janine Garner on how true vulnerability can help your business. Vulnerability and failure. Two words which might as well have an R rating when it comes to the higher echelons of corporate and for high-flying entrepreneurs. Or do they? If you look at some of the most successful leaders in - [Investing in More Than The Old School Tie](https://janinegarner.com.au/investing-in-more-than-the-old-school-tie/) - Janine Garner is the CEO of LBDGroup and author of From Me To We and explains what makes the sponsorship concept really flourish. The old school tie for too long has provided closed-door encouragement and a leg up to those identified as having talent in some shape or form. However, the uncertain future and fast - [Business Success: Collaborative Thinking is the New Black](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-success-collaborative-thinking-is-the-new-black/) - There is absolutely no doubt there’s a new kid on the block when it comes to individual growth and success plans. The days of hiding in a corner office, gazing out the window in splendid isolation, are over. To forge a successful path, it’s about engagement with others and understanding there is no “I” in - [Collective Intelligence: Power of Smarter, Quicker Team Thinking](https://janinegarner.com.au/collective-intelligence-power-of-smarter-quicker-team-thinking/) - When we think about the bottom line in business the immediate jump is fiscal performance – how much value do we have in terms of cold hard cash? What sort of reserves do we currently hold; what sort of profit margin do we have in place? Are we in the red, or the black? In - [Just Us: Working Together For Change](https://janinegarner.com.au/just-us-working-together-for-change/) - It is a simple proposition, when it comes down to it; the future lies in the hands of each of us, and we must come together to drive change. It’s everybody’s responsibility to stand up and speak out for the future we want. We all have to openly engage diversity of opinion, insight and knowledge - [Achieving Business Success - Always Question the Why](https://janinegarner.com.au/achieving-business-success-always-question-the-why/) - Bespoke suits for men have been seen as a measure of business success – and the difference between the haves, and the have-nots – for most of the twentieth century, and now into the digi-age. Ordering custom-made suits from Singapore, or Thailand, or London’s Savile Row, is so commonplace, it’s hardly even thought about. That - [Colouring Outside the Lines Saying Goodbye to Beige Leadership](https://janinegarner.com.au/colouring-outside-the-lines-saying-goodbye-to-beige-leadership/) - What colour is your leadership style? Shades of beige, or a riot of ideation and colourful innovation? The time of beige leadership values and the self-propagating disaster that shadows them have an ever-shortening life span as innovation, business structure and cultural and societal changes evolve at an increasingly rapid speed. Take these statistics to heart - [The Web Of You](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-web-of-you/) - There are only tiny degrees of separation existing between each of us and amazing opportunities - if we would only open our eyes, explore, audit, and above all leverage what is already right there, just at the end of our fingertips. In the case of your individual, unique and powerful network, it is definitely closer than you may - [7 ways to become more influential](https://janinegarner.com.au/7-ways-to-become-more-influential/) - The phenomenal speed of change that got us to the 21st century's technological frenzy is not going to slow down any time soon - and it is creating an uncertain future on a global business level that is naturally demanding change. We are having to evolve how we operate so that what we do aligns - [Fail Or Forward Momentum: The Choice Is Yours](https://janinegarner.com.au/fail-or-forward-momentum-the-choice-is-yours/) - Each and every one of us will have points in our business lives where we have to stand up and say 'this is a fail'. At those points, we need to make choices. The first one is in choosing to say 'this is a fail', rather than failure, and taking it as a lesson. The second - [How to be more influential in today's business landscape](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-be-more-influential-in-todays-business-landscape/) - The phenomenal speed of change that got us to the 21st century’s technological frenzy is not going to slow down any time soon — and it is creating an uncertain future on a global business level that is naturally demanding change. We are having to evolve how we operate so that what we do aligns - [Keep Calm & Collaborate](https://janinegarner.com.au/keep-calm-collaborate/) - For businesses looking to get involved with or establish a not-for-profit (NFP), mentor Janine Garner says the key is to find collaborators who know things you don’t, writes Yvette Chegwidden. After enjoying a stellar marketing career in London for more than a decade, Janine stuffed some belongings in a backpack and came to Australia with - [4 Ways to be a more collaborative leader](https://janinegarner.com.au/4-ways-to-be-a-more-collaborative-leader/) - How to connect with your team by moving from ‘me’ to ‘we’ leadership There are two types of leadership—“me” and “we.” Where do you fall? Do you like your office door closed, no distractions allowed? Or do you prefer your door open, interruptions welcome? Beware that by tucking yourself away in the corner office, you - [The Standard Is You: Adult Up](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-standard-is-you-adult-up/) - I am often reminded, none more so than this week, of Lieutenant General David Morrison's now famous and often-quoted line about behavioural standards; The standard you walk past is the standard you accept. As leaders, as men and women of worth, there is a standard that we have a responsibility to keep in our behaviour - - [The Sting](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-sting/) - There has been a lot of commentary recently about 'Queen Bees' in the workplace, and whether or not this is a real phenomenon. What is a Queen Bee? There are two ways of looking at it. Based on research done by Staynes, Jayaratne and Tavris in the United States in 1973, it a theory that some - [Talk It Up](https://janinegarner.com.au/talk-it-up/) - It’s frightening to look to the business future and know that there are endless upheavals ahead but it’s the way things are; volatility is the new certainty. This is worldwide. It is across industries, across sectors, across corporate and entrepreneurial platforms. To survive in a highly volatile environment, the ability to both cope with, and instigate change, - [To Stress, Or Not To Stress: A Blessing In Balinese Disguise](https://janinegarner.com.au/to-stress-or-not-to-stress-a-blessing-in-balinese-disguise/) - Some people believe holding on and hanging in there are signs of great strength. However, there are times when it takes much more strength to know when to let go and then do it. ―Ann Landers I wrote last week about the possibility that there are no problems, just a series of situations, some of - [Commercial Collaboration: The Operating System of the Future](https://janinegarner.com.au/commercial-collaboration-the-operating-system-of-the-future/) - A new methodology of collaboration is necessary to keep pace with the speed of today’s business environment, according to Janine Garner THE PHENOMENAL speed of change that got us to the 21st century’s technological frenzy is not going to slow down any time soon – and it is creating an uncertain future on a global business level. - [To Stress, Or Not To Stress: A Blessing In Balinese Disguise](https://janinegarner.com.au/to-stress-or-not-to-stress-a-blessing-in-balinese-disguise-2/) - Some people believe holding on and hanging in there are signs of great strength. However, there are times when it takes much more strength to know when to let go and then do it. ―Ann Landers I wrote last week about the possibility that there are no problems, just a series of situations, some of - [Mind Your Head: Glass Ceiling Still Above](https://janinegarner.com.au/mind-your-head-glass-ceiling-still-above/) - Avoiding the issue of inequality in the workplace won't change anything, writes Janine Garner. Women need to take positive steps. Women in full-time employment are on average paid less in the dollar than men now than 10 years ago. Photo: David Rowe COMMENT If you've been in business for any length of time, it can - [A Wide Pool Of Knowledge](https://janinegarner.com.au/a-wide-pool-of-knowledge/) - In his book The Power of Now, Eckart Tolle says “Ultimately… there are no problems. Only situations – to be dealt with now, or to be left alone and accepted as part of the present moment until they change or can be dealt with.” This is an incredibly challenging statement for someone who likes to be - [Step Outside the Sponsorship Cycle](https://janinegarner.com.au/step-outside-the-sponsorship-cycle/) - The old school tie for too long has provided closed-door encouragement and a leg up to those identified as having talent in some shape or form, writes Janine Garner. The uncertain future and fast moving business landscape that we are all now experiencing is demanding a change to the established norm. We need to embrace - [BUSINESS + FAMILY + TEARS = PHEW!!](https://janinegarner.com.au/business-family-tears-phew/) - I recently started reading Brendan Buchard’s ‘Motivation Manifesto’, and I love this equation: AMBITION + EXPECTANCY + ATTENTION = SUSTAINED MOTIVATION To break it down: first, have a specific ambition to succeed, and decide what you want - i.e. "I want to achieve X targets by Y date”. Second: believe you can do it; visualise - [Value Exchange: The Rapid Growth of the Intellectual Transaction and SKills as Currency](https://janinegarner.com.au/value-exchange-the-rapid-growth-of-the-intellectual-transaction-and-skills-as-currency/) - There is a lot of chatter along (appropriately) the ether about exactly what kind of future we are heading into in business terms. What sort of shelf life do organisations as a whole have in the digi-age? When the consumer is driving the market the reality is this. Organisations need to future-proof themselves; to ensure - [HR Toolkit - Book Reviews](https://janinegarner.com.au/hr-toolkit-book-reviews/) - EXTRAORDINARY LEADERSHIP IN AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND JAMES KOUZES, BARRY POSNER WITH MICHAEL BUNTING Wiley $30 FROM ME TO WE JANINE GARNER, Wiley $29.95 The authors were canny enough to get the likes of Josh Baylis, CEO of Virgin Group to comment at the front of - [Moving From Me to We](https://janinegarner.com.au/moving-from-me-to-we/) - Franklin Delano Roosevelt, one of the greatest leaders the US has seen, once made a typically self-deprecating comment. He said: "I'm not the smartest fellow in the world, but I can sure pick smart colleagues." Simplistic? Perhaps. But correct, nonetheless. You have a conscious choice to make when it comes to your investment in supporting - [Collective Intelligence Power Smarter Quicker Team Thinking](https://janinegarner.com.au/collective-intelligence-power-smarter-quicker-team-thinking/) - When we think about the bottom line in business, the immediate jump is fiscal performance – how much value do we have in terms of cold hard cash? What sort of reserves do we currently hold; what sort of profit margin do we have in place? Are we in the red, or the black? In - [What Corporate Leaders Can Learn from the Australian Defence Force](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-corporate-leaders-can-learn-from-the-australian-defence-force/) - As at April 30 this year, only 20.4% of ASX200 companies had a woman on their boards, while 38 of them do not have any women as board members. If this is the situation in our top public companies, is it surprising that women in leadership is an endemic issue for a large number of - [Speaking Freely](https://janinegarner.com.au/speaking-freely/) - Every day, if we are fortunate enough, we are given a small reminder of what is important in life. It may come from a client, a peer, a friend, a mentor. In some cases, it may come from a child. Just make sure you are humble enough to listen. A few days ago, I attended - [The Fifth Element Of Influence: You](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-fifth-element-of-influence-you/) - There are four key elements when it comes to life; water, earth, air and fire. But we often talk about a ‘fifth element’, that connecting point which makes the four others work together to create magic. We can apply the same idea of key elements to influence in business, with four areas that drive momentum. - [Book](https://janinegarner.com.au/book/) - Planning Oversubscribed How to get people lining up to do business with you When Stephen Covey said ‘begin with the end in mind’, he was creating a blueprint. These principles take it to a finished product. Before Daniel Priestley was 25 he’d cofounded a multimillion-dollar business; since then he’s made a name globally and shared - [It's Time to Lean Out](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-time-to-lean-out/) - The phenomenal speed of change that got us to the 21st century’s technological frenzy is not going to slow down any time soon — and it is creating an uncertain future on a global business level that is naturally demanding change. There is an ongoing war between the need for stability and the need for - [Reaching The Emerald City: Big Picture Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/reaching-the-emerald-city-big-picture-business/) - Whether you are running your own business, or moving up the corporate ladder, there is a line in the sand moment where what you are doing shifts, like the movie The Wizard of Oz, from black and white to full technicolour. That shift is from the simple to the complex and it is here, more than ever, - [There’s an Elephant in the Room and It Might Be Your Clueless Leadership Style](https://janinegarner.com.au/theres-an-elephant-in-the-room-and-it-might-be-your-clueless-leadership-style/) - Vulnerability and failure—two words that might as well be R-rated in the higher echelons of corporate. But should they actually be Restricted? Look at some of the most successful leaders and high-flying entrepreneurs in play today; at some stage in their upward momentum, they have “failed.” But then they showed strength and resilience, and came - [Questioning The Why](https://janinegarner.com.au/questioning-the-why/) - Curiosity may well have killed the cat; but just as a cat has nine lives, in business we have to be prepared to reincarnate and envision new life. The only way to do that is by constantly being curious - and questioning the why. My nine year old daughter is in the middle of prepping a - [Networking: Collaborate to Create Magic](https://janinegarner.com.au/networking-collaborate-to-create-magic/) - In this incredibly fast-paced business and economic landscape we can no longer do it alone – realistically, we never could, we just thought we could. ​ Businesswoman, entrepreneur and author Janine Garner shows how to harness networking and collaboration to future-proof your success. Building a powerful and diverse network, your own personal tribe, is a critical - [The Immersion Technique](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-immersion-technique/) - On Tuesday I was given a gift, although it took quite a bit of effort to open it, thanks to the weather in Sydney and Melbourne and the associated obstacles that came with this. I was holding the second of the Business Immersion Days that are a vital part of LBDGroup's member offering, and as the day - [The Challenge Of A Lifetime](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-challenge-of-a-lifetime/) - Someone asked me this week what my biggest challenge has been in business. Well, for a start, I’m not even sure I have faced it yet – because there are always challenges ahead – that’s what makes business, and being in business for oneself in particular, so exciting, demanding, and yes, to be obvious, challenging. - [Why Good Leaders Must Move from Me to We](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-good-leaders-must-move-from-me-to-we/) - We are currently at a critical juncture in terms of the need for ‘future-proofing’ businesses, both large and small, and the way to do it is through a shift towards a new way of commercial thinking; collaboration, or the ‘We’ space. Why the critical nature of making sure that we are on the right track - [Book Extract on Home Page Slider](https://janinegarner.com.au/book-extract-on-home-page-slider/) - [Channel 7: The Daily Edition - Stop The Sabotage](https://janinegarner.com.au/channel-7-the-daily-edition-stop-the-sabotage/) - [MARGIE WARRELL: The pressure to stay forever young - Janine Garner (part 7)](https://janinegarner.com.au/margie-warrell-the-pressure-to-stay-forever-young-janine-garner-part-7/) - [Collective Intelligence & Bottom Line Impact](https://janinegarner.com.au/collective-intelligence-bottom-line-impact/) - When we think about the bottom line in business, whether in the corporate arena or the entrepreneurial space, the immediate jump in processing is fiscal -- how much value do we have in terms of cold hard cash? What sort of reserves do we currently hold; what sort of profit margin do we have in - [MARGIE WARRELL: Living intentionally by choice - Janine Garner (part 6)](https://janinegarner.com.au/margie-warrell-living-intentionally-by-choice-janine-garner-part-6/) - [Stop the Sabotage](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-the-sabotage/) - Can women truly have it all? And why are women often their own worst enemies? Janine Garner explains all. - [How to Sledgehammer the Glass Ceiling](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-sledgehammer-the-glass-ceiling/) - If you’ve been in business for any length of time, it can get to a point where the temptation to take the stilettos off, rub your aching feet and shove a pair of shabby old ugg boots on is overwhelming. I am of course speaking metaphorically – well, sort of. I truly love nice shoes; - [Stop the Sabotage](https://janinegarner.com.au/stop-the-sabotage-2/) - Can women truly have it all? And why are women often their own worst enemies? Janine Garner explains all. - [MARGIE WARRELL: Silence your inner critic - Janine Garner (part 5)](https://janinegarner.com.au/margie-warrell-silence-your-inner-critic-janine-garner-part-5/) - [Collective Intelligence: The Power of Smarter, Quicker Team Thinking & the Bottom Line](https://janinegarner.com.au/collective-intelligence-the-power-of-smarter-quicker-team-thinking-the-bottom-line/) - When we think about the bottom line in business, whether in the corporate arena or the entrepreneurial space, the immediate jump in processing is fiscal – how much value do we have in terms of cold hard cash? What sort of reserves do we currently hold; what sort of profit margin do we have in - [MARGIE WARRELL: Have the courage to ask for help - Janine Garner (part 4)](https://janinegarner.com.au/margie-warrell-have-the-courage-to-ask-for-help-janine-garner-part-4/) - [Banking On Your Intelligence: The New Commercial Currency](https://janinegarner.com.au/banking-on-your-intelligence-the-new-commercial-currency/) - Often, if you are standing within the 'solopreneur' space, it's a sense of being exactly that; a company of one. Even if you have people working for you, if you're realistic, they have been working for you, not with you. And when it comes to interaction between yourself and owners of other startups or SMEs - [MARGIE WARRELL: The power of collaboration - Janine Garner (part 3)](https://janinegarner.com.au/margie-warrell-the-power-of-collaboration-janine-garner-part-3/) - [MARGIE WARRELL: The power of collaboration - Janine Garner (part 3)](https://janinegarner.com.au/margie-warrell-the-power-of-collaboration-janine-garner-part-3-2/) - [MARGIE WARRELL: Decide how you will measure success - Janine Garner (part 2)](https://janinegarner.com.au/margie-warrell-decide-how-you-will-measure-success-janine-garner-part-2/) - [Reorganise Your Thinking: Take Courageous Action](https://janinegarner.com.au/reorganise-your-thinking-take-courageous-action/) - This long weekend I absorbed myself in Margie Warrell’s new book, Brave. Packed with personal stories, thoughts, insights and tips to ‘Train The Brave’, this book really is a goodie. As I was reading it, I remembered with childhood joy – and that delicious little bit of fear that accompanies any memory of what frightened - [Collective Intelligence: The Power Of Smarter, Quicker Team Thinking](https://janinegarner.com.au/collective-intelligence-the-power-of-smarter-quicker-team-thinking/) - [Dynamic Business: 5 Tips On How SMEs Can Capitalise On The WE Space](https://janinegarner.com.au/dynamic-business-5-tips-on-how-smes-can-capitalise-on-the-we-space/) - [5 Tips on How SMEs can Capitalise on the We Space...](https://janinegarner.com.au/5-tips-on-how-smes-can-capitalise-on-the-we-space/) - SMEs are often seen as sitting in a slightly isolationist position within the general business environment. This isn’t surprising; most SMEs are the creation of a single entrepreneur, or perhaps a partnership, and as a result have an understandably inward looking approach to the way they operate – and also a flat management structure. The - [The Weekend Australian 4 April 2015](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-weekend-australian-4-april-2015/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_single_image image=”18985″ alignment=”center” border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” popover_placement=”top” img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row] - [Help Future Proof Your Business by Moving from Me to We](https://janinegarner.com.au/help-future-proof-your-business-by-moving-from-me-to-we/) - We are at a critical juncture in terms of future-proofing busi­nesses, and the way to do it is through a shift to new commercial thinking: collaboration, or the “we” space. Why the critical nature of making sure we are on the right track in terms of vision, positioning in the market, the ability to step - [The Weekend Australian 4 April 2015](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-weekend-australian-4-april-2015-2/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_single_image image=”18985″ alignment=”center” border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” popover_placement=”top” img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row] - [From Me To We: Virgin 'Voyeur' Magazine April 2015](https://janinegarner.com.au/from-me-to-we-virgin-voyeur-magazine-april-2015/) - [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_single_image image=”18986″ alignment=”center” border_color=”grey” img_link_large=”” img_link_target=”_self” popover_placement=”top” img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row] - [Collaboration, Bravery & Women in the Marketplace](https://janinegarner.com.au/collaboration-bravery-women-in-the-marketplace/) - Last month I attended a spectacular presentation by Janine Garner – author, mentor, trainer and public speaker extraordinaire. I’d like to share with you my 3 key takeaways applicable to professional and personal success below. 1. Collaborate… Because collective intelligence takes your smarts further. If you’re building a business, ask yourself: “Who else can I - [WOW Event & Book Release](https://janinegarner.com.au/wow-event-book-release/) - [Bulletproof career by moving from me to we](https://janinegarner.com.au/bulletproof-career-by-moving-from-me-to-we/) - [The Story Of You: Owning Your Business Baggage](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-story-of-you-owning-your-business-baggage/) - “Today you are You, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is Youer than You”, said Dr Seuss. But for the majority of us, to define who we are on any given day is actually far more difficult than it sounds, particularly when it comes to our business and leadership selves. - [Book Extracts](https://janinegarner.com.au/book-extracts/) - [vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Read extracts from top business books written by IIDM’s network of contributors. Download of a chapter or more for each book. Review the book contents and purchase the book online. New business book extracts will be regularly added to the following list … so remember to visit this web page again. Business Book Extracts - [The Bank Of Me](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-bank-of-me/) - Too often we think of success on a purely transactional basis; the bottom line is the be all and end all of the way we measure whether or not we have 'made the grade'. But our investment in the Bank of Life shouldn't just be about material wealth, or how we appear to other people. - [Take the Leap from Secure Salary to Bold Dream - Part 1](https://janinegarner.com.au/take-the-leap-from-secure-salary-to-bold-dream-part-1/) - [The Leadership Pipeline as it stands isn't viable](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-leadership-pipeline-as-it-stands-isnt-viable/) - The gender pay gap in Australia is currently sitting at 18.8%. What does this mean in dollar for dollar terms? Women are currently earning just 81.2 cents for every dollar their male colleagues earn, down from an average of 85.1 cents ten years ago. In other words, we are going backwards in terms of wage equity in - [Change: Beauty, Or A Beast?](https://janinegarner.com.au/change-beauty-or-a-beast/) - Change. It's a word we use everyday, in a myriad of different ways. It can be interpreted wrongly in the blink of an intonation, or it can be seen as the best thing that's ever happened to us. "You've changed." When it comes to our careers, or our businesses, we are constantly in a state - [Decide How you Will Measure Success - Part 2](https://janinegarner.com.au/decide-how-you-will-measure-success-part-2/) - [Making It Happen My Way](https://janinegarner.com.au/making-it-happen-my-way/) - One day a year, we publicly celebrate the achievements of women worldwide. Now, whilst this is great in not only looking at those positive stories of that select group of women who have broken the glass ceiling and appear to ‘have it all’ (that mythical beast!) – and in turn highlighting the ongoing inequality, the - [Down The Talent Drain: Where Are The Female Leaders?](https://janinegarner.com.au/down-the-talent-drain-where-are-the-female-leaders/) - Smart organisations — and those that succeed over the next decade and beyond — will understand that the twenty-first century is the ‘Women’s Century’. In the years ahead, women’s economic participation and entrepreneurial growth will drive the world’s economy. It’s no longer a matter of ‘if’ but of ‘to what heights’. — Muhtar Kent, chairman - [MARGIE WARRELL: Taking the leap from secure salary to bold dream - Janine Garner (Pt 1)](https://janinegarner.com.au/margie-warrell-taking-the-leap-from-secure-salary-to-bold-dream-janine-garner-pt-1/) - [The Power of the Tribe: Realising the Value of Business Networks](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-power-of-the-tribe-realising-the-value-of-business-networks/) - Commercial collaboration is the key to future-proofing business, leadership, careers and success, writes Janine Garner, who explains that the diversity of a network is the tipping point between average connections and those that collaborate to create magic In this incredibly fast-paced business and economic landscape we can no longer do it alone — realistically, we never - [The Power of the Tribe: Realising the Value of Business Networks](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-power-of-the-tribe-realising-the-value-of-business-networks-2/) - Commercial collaboration is the key to future-proofing business, leadership, careers and success, writes Janine Garner, who explains that the diversity of a network is the tipping point between average connections and those that collaborate to create magic In this incredibly fast-paced business and economic landscape we can no longer do it alone — realistically, we never - [Speak Up, Influence Out, Change The Game!](https://janinegarner.com.au/speak-up-influence-out-change-the-game/) - How many times have you heard somebody say 'oh, but I didn't have a choice - nobody would have listened to me anyway' - and so they simply went along with the flow in the boardroom or at the pointy end of a transaction? How many times have you thought this yourself when it came - [The Discomfort Zone](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-discomfort-zone/) - Life isn't easy, and leadership is harder still. - Walter Russell Mead Sometimes, when we get to a certain level of achievement, it is easy to get complacent. To sit back and say 'well, I've done my share of the hard yards - think I'll put my feet up on the desk and take a - [Collaboration on Growing Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/collaboration-on-growing-business/) - Whether you have stepped away from the corporate world to realise a long-held vision or are a natural-born entrepreneur, the startup stage of small business presents equal challenges. Janine Garner, CEO of LBDGroup, says that even more challenging for some is that next level of evolution – when you have reached the ‘I want to - [Encourage Leaders to Leverage Vulnerability](https://janinegarner.com.au/encourage-leaders-to-leverage-vulnerability/) - Employers can "future-proof" their businesses by making collaboration the norm, but this requires leaders to share their fears and vulnerabilities, according to entrepreneur and author Janine Garner. Garner, the founder and CEO of LBDGroup, says commercial collaboration is "the key to endless opportunities to future-proof your business". The problem is, the default "operating system" for - [The Fight To Be Fantastic](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-fight-to-be-fantastic/) - I would like to share, if I may, a small slice of my week so far. I have a feeling it will probably sound somewhat familiar, if not in content, then in context, to most of you. Monday: Kids Up. General Mayhem. School Run. Mentoring. Workshop. Mentoring. Admin. School Run. Prep for trip to Melbourne - [The Business Black Box](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-business-black-box/) - How many times have you held off making a decision out of the fear of 'what if'? What if I make the wrong choice in hiring this person? What if the product doesn't meet market taste? What if my branding isn't what the public are looking for? What if I have misjudged the mood of - [Lead with Agility Not Lethargy](https://janinegarner.com.au/lead-with-agility-not-lethargy/) - It's easy as the head of a corporate area or as the founder of your own business to sometimes slip into a mentality of "comfortable shoes leadership". It usually comes after a period of medium to long-term stability, when things are going well and the day-to-day workings of your world are moving along without more - [One Step Ahead](https://janinegarner.com.au/one-step-ahead/) - "Yesterday's fairy tale is today's fact. The magician is only one step ahead of his audience." -- Anne Morrow Lindbergh, North To The Orient How many times have you picked up a magazine on a flight or while sitting with a hard-won five minutes peace and quiet, and seen a brilliant idea -- and realized - [Get Your Game Plan On](https://janinegarner.com.au/get-your-game-plan-on/) - You know you are truly collaborating when the question evolves from “I have this to offer so how big is my slice?” to “We have all the ingredients, so just how big do we want this pie to be?" - Paul Walton, Princess Pictures. It’s up to you to make the impossible possible. It’s up - [Broadcast News](https://janinegarner.com.au/broadcast-news/) - As those who follow my social media adventures would know, I have recently made what some would no doubt see as a fairly trivial decision, but one which has weighed heavily on my mind for quite some time. I have decided to separate my personal and professional lives on Facebook by creating a 'business' Janine Garner - [Broadcast News](https://janinegarner.com.au/broadcast-news/) - As those who follow my social media adventures would know, I have recently made what some would no doubt see as a fairly trivial decision, but one which has weighed heavily on my mind for quite some time. I have decided to separate my personal and professional lives on Facebook by creating a 'business' Janine Garner - [The Leadership of We](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-leadership-of-we/) - Togetherness can and does create the momentum of change and the opportunity for greatness – that is, if you choose to operate in this way. Every day we make choices about what to wear, what to eat, our mindset, whether to do that Bikram yoga class or that 5km run, what our big fat hairy - [Don't Be Afraid To Be Brilliant](https://janinegarner.com.au/dont-be-afraid-to-be-brilliant/) - Simon Sinek has a fantastic quote from his article Failure Is An Option; "to operate based on conviction and belief requires an acceptance that your actions could get you fired. This is different from pig-headed bravado, and it is different from putting the company at risk". He refers in this article to the wonderful fact-based series - [Brave New Workspace](https://janinegarner.com.au/brave-new-workspace/) - Going into the next iteration of my business, I am seeing on a daily basis not just how essential it is to be a good leader, but how one must be willing to constantly learn more about leadership. To be open and honest about the struggles that leadership presents - because let's face it, it - [Taking The Lead](https://janinegarner.com.au/taking-the-lead/) - Recently we put up a new image on the LBDG Facebook page. It was a quote from Sheryl Sandberg; "In the future there will be no female leaders. There will just be leaders." There are so many reasons why this has to be the way forward. It is not just about the simple fact of - [Why Me: The Power of The Personal](https://janinegarner.com.au/why-me-the-power-of-the-personal/) - If there is one very important lesson that I have learned while on holidays over the last three weeks, it is this. Just like a car going for its pink slip (or, as I noticed I had reverted to thinking after time back in the UK, its MOT) - as leaders, and simply as human beings, - [Learn In](https://janinegarner.com.au/learn-in/) - I am sitting on a British Rail train racing (well, sort of racing, in a very British Rail manner) through the English countryside on the way to Leeds to pay a visit to my hometown. I haven't been here for what feels like a lifetime. It’s been a little over a week now since I - [Batting Above The Average Leadership](https://janinegarner.com.au/batting-above-the-average-leadership/) - It's easy as the head of a corporate area or as the founder of your own business to sometimes slip into a mentality of 'comfortable shoes leadership'. It usually comes after a period of medium to long-term stability, when things are going well and the day-to-day workings of your world are moving along without more than the - [True Leadership Colours](https://janinegarner.com.au/true-leadership-colours/) - Why do two colours, put one next to the other, sing? Can one really explain this? No. Just as one can never learn how to paint. - Pablo Picasso What colour is your leadership style? Shades of beige, or a riot of ideation and colourful innovation? The time of beige leadership values and the self-propagating disaster - [True Leadership Colours](https://janinegarner.com.au/true-leadership-colours-2/) - Why do two colours, put one next to the other, sing? Can one really explain this? No. Just as one can never learn how to paint. - Pablo Picasso What colour is your leadership style? Shades of beige, or a riot of ideation and colourful innovation? The time of beige leadership values and the self-propagating disaster - [Don't Stop Believing: The Power of 'I Can'](https://janinegarner.com.au/dont-stop-believing-the-power-of-i-can/) - If you have a dream, don't just sit there. Gather courage to believe that you can succeed and leave no stone unturned to make it a reality. - Roopleen Often we think long and hard about what we want to achieve. We think, and we think, and we think. We think so hard that we literally think - [Don't Stop Believing: The Power of 'I Can'](https://janinegarner.com.au/dont-stop-believing-the-power-of-i-can-2/) - If you have a dream, don't just sit there. Gather courage to believe that you can succeed and leave no stone unturned to make it a reality. - Roopleen Often we think long and hard about what we want to achieve. We think, and we think, and we think. We think so hard that we literally think - [The Power Of You](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-power-of-you/) - Power isn’t control at all — power is strength, and giving that strength to others. A leader isn’t someone who forces others to make him stronger; a leader is someone willing to give his strength to others that they may have the strength to stand on their own. - Beth Revis, Across The Universe Last - [Sharing The Spotlight](https://janinegarner.com.au/sharing-the-spotlight/) - I'm very comfortable in having a strong team. I'm very comfortable in sharing the limelight with the team. - Sanjay Kumar Have you ever been in the position on the journey to the top - or to leadership - where you have achieved something brilliant in the workplace... And your boss has taken credit for - [Hearts And Minds](https://janinegarner.com.au/hearts-and-minds/) - Choose to collaborate (abundance perspective) and watch your competitors (scarcity perspective) become your allies. - Jennifer Ritchie Payette Last week, I had the enormous pleasure of listening to Arianna Huffington speak at a Business Chicks function in Sydney, and was thrilled when she spoke about the need to move from a 'competitive' way of doing - [New Tricks](https://janinegarner.com.au/new-tricks/) - Be the change that you wish to see in the world. - Mahatma Gandhi Sunday was of course Father's Day here in Australia, and as we celebrated (and thanked) the incredible men in our lives, it got me thinking. As parents, as grandparents, as aunts, uncles, fabulous friends - we are constantly transmitting messages and modelling - [Try A Little Tenderness](https://janinegarner.com.au/try-a-little-tenderness/) - My attitude is that if you push me towards something that you think is a weakness, then I will turn that perceived weakness into a strength. - Michael Jordan There is a general perception in business that vulnerability in any form automatically equals weakness. Think about it; when was the last time you allowed yourself - [The 5% Club](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-5-club/) - Teamwork: I find it fascinating that a snowflake, by itself, can be so delicate; but when they team up, they can close down an entire city. - Steve Maraboli How many of you have heard of the '5% Club'? Would you like to be a part of it? You know who they are. They're those - [Are You In... Or Out?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-in-or-out/) - Greatness and nearsightedness are incompatible. Meaningful achievement depends on lifting one's sights and pushing toward the horizon. ― Daniel H. Pink, Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us Anybody who believes that the business landscape is the same as it was in the ‘old days’ has their head well and truly buried in the 20th‐century - [Strength In Numbers](https://janinegarner.com.au/strength-in-numbers/) - The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team. - Phil Jackson This is an extremely personal blog post, because this week is the culmination of twelve months' worth of extremely hard personal work. On Thursday I am taking part in Matt Church's Thoughtleaders Showcase, which is - [Strength In Numbers](https://janinegarner.com.au/strength-in-numbers-2/) - The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team. - Phil Jackson This is an extremely personal blog post, because this week is the culmination of twelve months' worth of extremely hard personal work. On Thursday I am taking part in Matt Church's Thoughtleaders Showcase, which is - ['C' Is For Confidence](https://janinegarner.com.au/c-is-for-confidence/) - There is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. A.A. Milne I'm not sure how many of you watched 'The Voice' finale (yes, I admit, I'm addicted) - but for those who did, it was an inspiration just to watch the growth - [If I Only Had A...](https://janinegarner.com.au/if-i-only-had-a/) - You've always had the power my dear, you just had to learn it for yourself. - Glinda the Good Witch, The Wizard of Oz I was recently reading this story from the last issue of GLOSS and it triggered off lots of similarities for the world in which we are all operating. LBDG member Kate - [Don't Forget To Ask: 'What's In It For Me?'](https://janinegarner.com.au/dont-forget-to-ask-whats-in-it-for-me/) - I am always ready to learn, although I do not always like being taught. - Sir Winston Churchill "What's in it for me?"...it's a question that makes a lot of people cringe. It's often seen as a selfish, self-serving query. But think about this for a moment. When we make the biggest decisions of our lives, - [The Next Everest](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-next-everest/) - People do not decide to become extraordinary. They decide to accomplish extraordinary things. - Sir Edmund Hillary I have always been fascinated by Mount Everest. There is something about the sheer magnitude and deadly brilliance of the mountain that makes it a drawcard for my imagination, a bucket list item almost against my will. Would I make it? - [The Dream Teams](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-dream-teams/) - The company owner doesn't need to win. The best idea does. John C Maxwell I have been constantly astonished of late by the realm of business possibilities being opened up by forward thinking corporations and leaders across the planet. It began, I suppose, when I watched a TED talk by the inimitable Yochai Benkler about - [The Sum Of The Parts](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-sum-of-the-parts/) - Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean. Ryunosuke Satoro Effective collaboration can only happen when give and take are in - well, effective alignment. When all the parties involved are both gaining and sharing. When everyone benefits. As Aristotle shared so wisely all those centuries ago, 'the whole is greater than the sum - [Ins And Outs](https://janinegarner.com.au/ins-and-outs/) - Throughout history, people with new ideas—who think differently and try to change things—have always been called troublemakers. - Richelle Mead, Shadow Kiss Yesterday was my birthday, and it led to a great deal of heartfelt thinking - not least because I was submitting my very first manuscript to a publisher, and as a result I - [Together Alone](https://janinegarner.com.au/together-alone/) - Alone we can do so little; together, we can do so much - Helen Keller It's been a fabulous, eventful and productive (and yes, exhausting if I am honest) three weeks in my office and I want to thank everyone who has been so incredibly patient with me - both on a personal and professional - [DISCLAIMER](https://janinegarner.com.au/disclaimer/) - Disclaimer Contact us Janine Garner ABN 78 094 035 354 PO Box 4216 Balgowlah Heights NSW 2093 +61 418 297 712 support@janinegarner.com,au Terms & Conditions of Site These Terms and Conditions are made on behalf of Janine Garner and all references to Janine Garner, ‘we’ or ‘us’ in these Terms and Conditions refers to - [The Mother Load](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-mother-load/) - 'My mother said to me, "If you are a soldier, you will become a general. If you are a monk, you will become the Pope." Instead, I was a painter, and became Picasso.' - Pablo Picasso Sunday just gone was Mother's Day for Australian women. It means different things to different people; for me, it is - [Mirror, Mirror](https://janinegarner.com.au/mirror-mirror/) - 'Imitation is not just the sincerest form of flattery - it's the sincerest form of learning.' - George Bernard Shaw We have all been there at some stage of our business lives, whether it is with an idea or a product. One day we are the only one in town with this 'unique selling point'; the - [Money For Something](https://janinegarner.com.au/money-for-something/) - Value exchange. We all use the term, nod sagely whenever anyone introduces the concept into conversation - 'the long term benefits of the inherent value exchange between X and Y can't be underestimated' - but how many of us understand just what it actually means? Or, for that matter, just how much value (pardon the pun) it - [Surfing The Net](https://janinegarner.com.au/surfing-the-net/) - 'If you want to go fast go alone. If you want to go far, go with others.' - African Proverb Networking. A term that fills some with the excitement of possibility, some with a sense of absolute dread and others - probably the majority of us - with a combination of both feelings, the “I really don’t - [Beige Means Carpets, Not Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/beige-means-carpets-not-business/) - “Leadership is the challenge to be something more than average” – Jim Rohn. One of the biggest things driving business failure is ‘beige’ leadership. I'm sure you know the executives I mean. They have the title, the business card, maybe even the corner office (if in fact they still exist) - but just because they - [Even Cowgirls Get The Blues](https://janinegarner.com.au/even-cowgirls-get-the-blues/) - “Outside the windows the day was bright: golden sunshine, blue sky, pleasant wind...I wanted to punch the happy day in the face, grab it by the hair, and beat it until it told me what the hell it was so happy about.” - Ilona Andrews, Magic Rises Do you ever have one of those days - [The Facts Of (Working) Life](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-facts-of-working-life/) - On Thursday last week, I read with a certain amount of dismay and alarm the article written by Natalie Barr in the Telegraph. I don't really have to rehash what she had to say, as the article has been discussed widely; but with respect, whilst I am happy for Ms Barr's sake that she has - [The Winner's Attitude](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-winners-attitude/) - Success. It's hard to put a label on it, but my personal definition is this: it is a culmination of ingredients - physical and intellectual - that we have the ability to control and influence if we choose to. There is no doubt that the mind is a critical part of vision creation, plan development - [Here's To The Brave Ones](https://janinegarner.com.au/heres-to-the-brave-ones/) - I don't think there are many people on the planet with access to the internet, TV or for that matter any form of media who have not heard or seen Apple's now iconic ad 'Here's To The Crazy Ones'. Originally written in 1997 by Steve Jobs, it celebrates those throughout history who have impacted with - [Dream Big](https://janinegarner.com.au/dream-big/) - “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” - Eleanor Roosevelt. On Saturday I attended the SHIFT2014 Conference. It was one inspirational day. One consistent theme that resonated for me was the importance of dreams. Because much like the great Martin Luther King, Jr, I too, have a dream. Dreams. - [The Busy Signal](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-busy-signal/) - “Self-care is possessing enough self-awareness to invoke repeated patterns of being, that harmoniously correct the behaviours of over-functioning for others while under-functioning for yourself.” - LaShaun Middlebrooks Collier We all have 24 hours in a day. Are you in control of your own calendar or are others controlling you? It's a fact of life that the more successful - [The Zig & The Zag v The Soft Shoe Shuffle](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-zig-the-zag-v-the-soft-shoe-shuffle/) - With its origins in vaudeville and the music hall, in the first decades of the twentieth century the soft-shoe shuffle was danced by tap dancers wearing soft-shoes instead of their normal tap shoes. Comedic in performance at times (yes, this dance technique even featured in a Laurel and Hardy film), soft-shoe was accompanied by low - [Cheer, Don't Chop Down!](https://janinegarner.com.au/cheer-dont-chop-down/) - I am loving the general coverage of the Winter Olympics, and equally the incredible media coverage and support for our Australian athletes. I can only imagine the focus, determination, and commitment to training of these incredible competitors. Of their singleminded vision of success; of what it must feel like to stand on those podiums receiving - [You Have To Be In It To Win It](https://janinegarner.com.au/you-have-to-be-in-it-to-win-it/) - “If I had asked people what they wanted, they would have said faster horses.” - Henry Ford The 31st of January marked the beginning of the new year in the Chinese horoscope, ushering out the Year of the Dragon - and bringing in the Year of the Horse. What does this mean? Well, probably not - [Hear Me Roar](https://janinegarner.com.au/hear-me-roar/) - 'I got the eye of the tiger, a fighter, dancing through the fire. 'Cause I am a champion and you’re gonna hear me roar' - Katy Perry I appreciate that not everyone who reads my blog has school aged children. I equally appreciate that we are all juggling our own versions of life as we know it. - [And Best Actress In Her Own Movie Goes To...](https://janinegarner.com.au/and-best-actress-in-her-own-movie-goes-to/) - 'Follow your own star!' - Dante Aligheri Have you ever dreamt of being up on the big screen, your name in lights, turning up at a premiere or awards show with besotted fans screaming your name? Of hearing the presenter say 'and the Oscar goes to...'? And naturally of working out who you would thank - [Roughly Right - Or EXACTLY Wrong?](https://janinegarner.com.au/roughly-right-or-exactly-wrong/) - “Without leaps of imagination or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all is a form of planning.” - Gloria Steinem Social media has been a read and a half these first two weeks of January. I don’t know about you; but for me the positive affirmations on Facebook and Twitter, constant excitement from - [On The Twelfth Day Of Christmas...](https://janinegarner.com.au/on-the-twelfth-day-of-christmas/) - This is my last blog prior to the holiday break - and yes, I am actually taking a break! The most important thing in my life, bar none, is my family and I am looking forward to the opportunity to spend some uninterrupted time with them over the Christmas period. I often talk about the - [Word Up](https://janinegarner.com.au/word-up/) - "As names have power, words have power. Words can light fires in the minds of men. Words can wring tears from the hardest hearts." - Patrick Rothfuss, The Name Of The Wind In August last year, I wrote a post about words. More specifically, it was about the word, at that time, which described you - [The UnSilly Season](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-unsilly-season/) - In 2010, a study in the UK by the Trade Union Congress showed that the number of people 'officially' at work on the big day had jumped by 78% in eight years – with about 172,000 workers on duty (evenly matched across men and women). These are the formal figures. Considering that only three years - [Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps?](https://janinegarner.com.au/perhaps-perhaps-perhaps/) - “You can't make decisions based on fear and the possibility of what might happen.” - Michelle Obama It's an easy equation on paper: Decision + action = change. Sounds simple right? Make a decision and go for it. And yet too many businesses and people that I come across seem to find this one thing - [The Legacy of You](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-legacy-of-you/) - “Carve your name on hearts, not tombstones. A legacy is etched into the minds of others and the stories they share about you.” - Shannon L Alder I admit it – I’m what some people would call a workaholic - but I think that word needs a revamp, because to me, what I do as - [Who Is Youer Than You?](https://janinegarner.com.au/who-is-youer-than-you/) - There are so many different expectations that we as a society place on each other and in turn we place on ourselves - to be the most caring friend, fearless leader, innovative business owner, loving mother, passionate lover, amazing cook, and incredible housekeeper. Did society set in stone these perceived rules of behaviour or is - [The Glass Ceiling And The Sticky Floor](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-glass-ceiling-and-the-sticky-floor/) - 'Currently, we [Australia] have both one of the world’s lowest rates of educated women participating in the workforce and one of the world’s highest rates of female education. In other words, we are getting the world’s worst return on the multi-billion dollar investment we make in female education every year.' - David Gonski Any business person - [To Accept Or Disrupt - Is That A Question?](https://janinegarner.com.au/to-accept-or-disrupt-is-that-a-question/) - 'The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid but he who conquers that fear' – Nelson Mandela There is one thing that is the constant, prowling enemy of new thinking, new ideas, new initiative and, above all, change. That one thing? Status quo. Think about it. What does status quo actually mean? - [Effecting Change, One Dress At A Time](https://janinegarner.com.au/effecting-change-one-dress-at-a-time/) - This Article is Reprinted With Kind Permission of Suzie Hoitink, LBDG Member and Owner of Clear Complexions debut magazine, Inner Confidence - [Enter the Collaborative Economy](https://janinegarner.com.au/enter-the-collaborative-economy/) - Last week during one of Arianna Huffington’s speeches here in Sydney she said “It’s time to move from a competitive to a collaborative framework.” I couldn’t agree more – and why? Commercial collaboration is the key to endless opportunities to future-proof business, career and personal success. Great potential can be created when you move from - [The Invisible Woman](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-invisible-woman/) - ". . . we will no longer be led only by that half of the population whose socialisation through toys, games, values and expectations, sanctions violence as the final assertion of manhood, synonymous with nationhood. " - Wilma Scott Heide (1921-1985), American sociologist, nurse, feminist There is a question which is on the lips of many senior recruiters, executives - [Belief + Action + Resilience = Change](https://janinegarner.com.au/belief-action-resilience-change/) - Last week I witnessed first hand the power of Margaret Mead’s words: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” Last week a group of people came together for the purpose of making a difference – members of LBDGroup on behalf - [Stepping Up](https://janinegarner.com.au/stepping-up/) - 'You put high heels on and you change' - Manolo Blahnik I have, admittedly, been focussing quite a lot on shoes in my personal Twitter feed of late. And yes, I do love them! But more than that, high heels are, much like a little black dress, part of the armour, and the image, that - [The Bird Is The Word](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-bird-is-the-word/) - “All things are ready, if our mind be so.” - William Shakespeare, Henry V We have all heard the old saw 'the early bird catches the worm', and probably rolled our eyes as children when our parents/grandparents/teachers chanted it at us ad infinitum when it came to homework, or making beds, or anything else which sounded remotely - [Hail To The Chief](https://janinegarner.com.au/hail-to-the-chief/) - “You have no control over what the other guy does. You only have control over what you do.” ― A. J. Kitt There have been times this week - many times I will admit! - that I have felt out of control of my own destiny; or more to the point, out of control of - [The Village Of You](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-village-of-you/) - "It Takes A Village To Raise A Child" - African Proverb Spring, it seems from the weather, has definitely sprung! And this might not be a bad time to do a little bit of mental spring-cleaning as well. We have all heard of the above saying - that it takes more than one individual to - [The Village Of You](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-village-of-you-2/) - "It Takes A Village To Raise A Child" - African Proverb Spring, it seems from the weather, has definitely sprung! And this might not be a bad time to do a little bit of mental spring-cleaning as well. We have all heard of the above saying - that it takes more than one individual to - [The Day The Invisible Jet Blew Up](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-day-the-invisible-jet-blew-up/) - WARNING: NOT TO BE READ BY ANYONE CLAIMING TO BE WONDER WOMAN ALL THE TIME Sometimes we all have one of those days don't we? I mean, it's not just me who has that occasional feeling of 'seriously?' or 'you have to be kidding me?' - or less elegantly 'what the [insert expletive here]???' Yesterday was - [Say The Magic Word!](https://janinegarner.com.au/say-the-magic-word/) - "Setting goals is the first step in turning the invisible into the visible." - Tony Robbins I was lucky enough to attend Matt Church's Amplifiers showcase last week and wow - what a fantastic day. Being surrounded by such inspirational people, who are willing to put their thoughts and opinions out there for the world, - [The Popular Vote?](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-popular-vote/) - “A true leader is a person whose influence inspires people to do what is expected of them to do. You cease to be a leader when you manipulate with your egos instead of convincing by your inspirations.” - Israelmore Ayivor On Sunday, 4 August, the Prime Minister called the date of the Federal election. Irrespective - [The Last Ten Miles](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-last-ten-miles/) - There is a very old Chinese proverb which in essence states this: if you stop a journey of a hundred miles at the ninety mile mark, you may as well have stopped it halfway. In other words, near enough isn't good enough. All that preparation, all the slog, all the effort to get that far - [The Mouse That Roared](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-mouse-that-roared/) - 'I was the shyest human ever invented, but I had a lion inside me that wouldn't shut up!' - Ingrid Bergman I went to a very important meeting today. It was important in many ways; of course it would have an impact on my own personal empire building (yes, I am being ironic), but it - [Bias Binding](https://janinegarner.com.au/bias-binding/) - On the 6th of June this year, the Committee for Economic Development of Australia’s (CEDA) latest research report, Women in Leadership: Understanding the Gender Gap, was released. The survey of CEDA’s 600 members, mainly professionals in middle to senior management, examined why women are locked out of leadership positions and still lag behind their male counterparts on - [Welcome To Crazytown: Population TBA](https://janinegarner.com.au/welcome-to-crazytown-population-tba/) - "What I love most about this crazy life is the adventure of it" - Juliette Binoche I was reading a chapter of Sheryl Sandberg's fabulous book, Lean In, last night, and she was commenting on the pressures of having it all - and saying, quite rightly that this is an impossibility. It reinforced a comment - [Cold Comfort](https://janinegarner.com.au/cold-comfort/) - 'We are so accustomed to the comforts of "I cannot", "I do not want to" and "it is too difficult" that we forget to realise when we stop doing things for ourselves and expect others to dance around us, we are not achieving greatness. We have made ourselves weak.' - Pandora Poikilos, author of Excuse - [They Say It's Your Birthday](https://janinegarner.com.au/they-say-its-your-birthday/) - Today marks the second birthday of the Little Black Dress Group. Women across Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra and Brisbane - Happy Birthday to you! Boy, how we - and I - have changed in that time! Three years ago, I was Marketing Director for the Oroton Group, looking after Oroton and Ralph Lauren. Two years ago, - [Dear New Business Me… With Love From Me](https://janinegarner.com.au/dear-new-business-me-with-love-from-me/) - “The only way that we can live, is if we grow. The only way that we can grow is if we change. The only way that we can change is if we learn. The only way we can learn is if we are exposed. And the only way that we can become exposed is if - [How To Succeed In Business… By Really Trying](https://janinegarner.com.au/how-to-succeed-in-business-by-really-trying/) - "There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure." - Colin Powell, Former US Secretary of State. Everybody wants to succeed. Whether it be in business, at a personal endeavour, or simply at getting out of bed in the morning some days, there are all things - [Changing Rooms](https://janinegarner.com.au/changing-rooms/) - “I'm sorry if this sounds harsh or surprises anyone, but this is where we are. If you want the outcome to be different, you will have to do something about it.” - Sheryl Sandberg, Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead Last week, I was privileged to listen to four amazing speakers at the LBD - [Harness The Hurricane](https://janinegarner.com.au/harness-the-hurricane/) - “Lack of direction, not lack of time, is the problem. We all have twenty-four hour days.” - Zig Ziglar. Things are usually fairly crazy when you run your own business, or if you are managing a large slice of the corporate pie. I don't think there is a time when you can sit back and - [The Sound Of One Hand Clapping](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-sound-of-one-hand-clapping/) - "Unlike a drop of water which loses its identity when it joins the ocean, man does not lose his being in the society in which he lives. Man's life is independent. He is born not for the development of the society alone, but for the development of his self." - B. R. Ambedkar I am, as - [Feedback Is Not A Dirty Word](https://janinegarner.com.au/feedback-is-not-a-dirty-word/) - 'Feedback is the breakfast of champions.' - Ken Blanchard Planning, strategising, managing cash flow; these are all practical essentials of leadership. Do them well, and you will be a good leader. But to be a great leader? That's something more intangible. It's about people management and development. A great leader helps their people learn and - [Everybody Hurts](https://janinegarner.com.au/everybody-hurts/) - Loading... To Save or Create images, please login. Create images Save images Click to Begin Don't like this image? Title Please add a title that is 2 or more words. Please make your title 2 or more words! Tags Please make sure to add at least 2 tags. Please add 2 or more tags! Save - [The Sum Of All Fears: Why I Am One Tough Mudder!](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-sum-of-all-fears-why-i-am-one-tough-mudder/) - As I sat in a long hot bath on Sunday afternoon, complete with candles (thank you hubby), soaking my battered body back to some semblance of normality, I reflected on what I had undergone the day before. Contemplating the cut and bruised knees and elbows I had inflicted upon myself, and going over all the - [I Am, I Said: Why Success Rests With YOU](https://janinegarner.com.au/i-am-i-said-why-success-rests-with-you/) - "No one can cheat you out of ultimate success but yourself" - Leonard Barden "Your success and happiness lies in you. Resolve to keep happy, and your joy and you shall form an invincible host against difficulties." - Helen Keller. How many times have you heard others around you use the following words to explain - [Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is](https://janinegarner.com.au/put-your-money-where-your-mouth-is/) - "Giving back involves a certain amount of giving up" - Colin Powell. Australians as a nation were named the 'world's most generous country' in December 2012 by the World Giving Index, compiled by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), an international charity which promotes charitable giving via companies and individuals. The survey, compiled by CAF using - [Watch Out For The Dream Stealers](https://janinegarner.com.au/watch-out-for-the-dream-stealers/) - "All men dream, but not equally. Those who dream by night in the dusty recesses of their minds, wake in the day to find that it was vanity: but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act on their dreams with open eyes, to make them possible." - T. E. Lawrence They - [Through Vulnerability Comes Strength](https://janinegarner.com.au/through-vulnerability-comes-strength/) - “Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy—the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will - [Private Enemy Number One](https://janinegarner.com.au/private-enemy-number-one/) - 'But I do nothing upon myself, yet I am my own executioner' - John Donne I'd like you to think of a part of the safety demonstration that flight attendants must always perform at the start of each and every flight you go on (at least I hope that this happens on each and every - [All This Useful Beauty](https://janinegarner.com.au/all-this-useful-beauty/) - "I can promise you that women working together - linked, informed and educated - can bring peace and prosperity to this forsaken planet." - Isabel Allende "We can work together for a better world with men and women of goodwill, those who radiate the intrinsic goodness of humankind." - Wangari Maathai This Friday is International - [The Warp And The Weft: Taking The Labour Out Of Networking](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-warp-and-the-weft-taking-the-labour-out-of-networking/) - Networking, connecting, meeting, doing coffee, lunch dates and even speed connecting – all terms synonymous with meeting others to drive skill sets, contacts and ongoing business and personal growth. Networking as we know it has evolved. It is no longer a business card swapping fest or as I once heard described – one hand to - [You Say You Want An Evolution?](https://janinegarner.com.au/you-say-you-want-an-evolution/) - "The world today is far more connected and fast changing than ever. Leadership and innovation can come from anyone, anywhere but it's up to the people who lead people in the work place to create the environment where this can happen. Today and in the future we will need a new mindset of leadership which - [And The Winner Is...](https://janinegarner.com.au/and-the-winner-is/) - "But Apple really beats to a different drummer. I used to say that Apple should be the Sony of this business, but in reality, I think Apple should be the Apple of this business." - Steve Jobs At business schools all over the world, the best and brightest are consistently told to focus outwards, outwards, outwards - [Make Your Style Leading Edge - Not Bleeding Edge.](https://janinegarner.com.au/make-your-style-leading-edge-not-bleeding-edge/) - 'Great leaders create movements by empowering the tribe to communicate. They establish the foundation for people to make connections, as opposed to commanding people to follow them.' - Seth Godin There is always a temptation in business to take the most ruthless approach imaginable; to take the hardcore way. To put pure profit ahead of - [Step Into Your Own Spotlight!](https://janinegarner.com.au/step-into-your-own-spotlight/) - Often, instead of being centre stage in our own business productions, we find ourselves playing the supporting roles. Building other people's businesses; raising other people's profiles; offering connections, introductions - giving much of our own time and expertise in order to drive sales and success for our friends and associates. The trouble is, nobody gives - [Who Is The Elvis In Your Building?](https://janinegarner.com.au/who-is-the-elvis-in-your-building/) - "Ambition is a dream with a V8 engine." - Elvis Presley Today is the King's birthday, and whilst he might not look quite as flash in the sequinned white jumpsuit if he were still alive as he once may have done, there is no denying that he would still possess that essential tool which we - [Make This An Apocalypse Wow!](https://janinegarner.com.au/make-this-an-apocalypse-wow/) - We all know that according to the Mayan Calendar, just a few days away on the 21st of December, the world is apparently going to come to an apocalyptic point. And particularly after the terrible and tragic events in the United States over the weekend, and all of the sadness and struggles that the world - [Are You Prepared To Walk The Talk?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-prepared-to-walk-the-talk/) - "I challenge you to make your life a masterpiece. I challenge you to join the ranks of those people who live what they teach, who walk their talk." - Tony Robbins Remember when you were at school, and there was always that one friend who seemed absolutely wonderful, but was actually undermining you on a - [Life Lessons, Leadership And Learning...](https://janinegarner.com.au/life-lessons-leadership-and-learning/) - 'There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.' - Former US Secretary of State, General Colin Powell I was recently re-reading the extremely practical and no-nonsense effort 'Why People Fail' by Siimon Reynolds and came across the following statement by Professor Dweck, with respect to - [The Little Black Blog](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-little-black-blog/) - The Little Black Dress Group is in a way, my baby; it is something I have dreamed of for years – to have a sustainable and satisfying business and social network for women of all industries, ages and professions. A ‘not so old’ girls’ club if you will. And part of being in that club - [Make Your Advent Advantageous!](https://janinegarner.com.au/make-your-advent-advantageous/) - Yes, Christmas is coming, and the turkey - and possibly us, if we don't watch the Christmas party canapés - are getting fat! And being the silly season, it is extremely tempting to just let things slide and say to ourselves 'it's fine - I'll think about the hard stuff in January. A little bit - [There's A Revolution Going On. Are You Part Of It?](https://janinegarner.com.au/theres-a-revolution-going-on-are-you-part-of-it/) - Everyone is talking about the speed of change – but I think the major change has already happened. Everyone is talking about how change is affecting society norms, the business landscape, the way consumers consume – but I think the way we do things has already changed forever. Everyone is looking for the next big - [Book A Date With Yourself This Christmas](https://janinegarner.com.au/book-a-date-with-yourself-this-christmas/) - I don’t mean to shock you in to action but it is: A little over 6 weeks to Christmas A little over 7 weeks to the start of a new calendar year A little over 7 weeks to the financial year half. It’s always such an interesting time of year as the Melbourne Cup kick-starts - [Reach Out And Touch](https://janinegarner.com.au/reach-out-and-touch/) - We all have good and bad days. Days when everything runs to plan, where everything feels effortless and smooth - and then others where you feel as if you are wading through treacle. There are days when the stars are perfectly aligned and everything you touch turns to gold, and others where every which way - [The Infectiousness of Speaking The Truth](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-infectiousness-of-speaking-the-truth/) - In the last few weeks we have witnessed voices coming together and the power of embracing the masses for positive change. When Alan Jones suggested that “women in Australia were ‘destroying the joint’” I don’t think anyone could have predicted what would happen next. There have been heated arguments about freedom of speech. Discussions about - [Celebrating Those Rockstar Moments](https://janinegarner.com.au/celebrating-those-rockstar-moments/) - In the last few weeks, two of our members received accolades for their successes as businesswomen; Suzie Hoitink – Telstra Businesswomens Awards, Commonwealth Bank of Australia Business Owner Award Jessica Giampaolo - Canberra Business Woman of the Year and her business, Energy Fitness named Most Outstanding Community Business of the Year During dinners held this - [A State Of Graceful Morning](https://janinegarner.com.au/a-state-of-graceful-morning/) - In our increasingly busy lives, it is easy to get wrapped up in the mindset of “always wanting more” – more for ourselves, our businesses, our families, our teams. And whilst it is true that we need dreams, goals, and visions of the future to keep us motivated - sometimes in the haze of wanting - [A New Look For A New Season](https://janinegarner.com.au/a-new-look-for-a-new-season/) - Spring is here - so we decided that the LBDG image needed to move with the season and have a small makeover. Nothing too drastic; we just wanted to offer you, our amazing and inspiring members - and those who are attracted to the wonderful network of women that make up The Little Black Dress - [Disengagement – The True Cost to Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/disengagement-the-true-cost-to-business/) - * According to PWC, absenteeism costs companies $7billion * Bullying costs a further $6-$36 billion * A study conducted by Ernst & Young found that 3.5 million Australians are unproductive, costing the economy $41 billion in wages alone * According to Gallop only 18% of Aussies love their job, whilst 20% hate it. That’s - [Disengagement – The True Cost to Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/disengagement-the-true-cost-to-business-2/) - * According to PWC, absenteeism costs companies $7billion * Bullying costs a further $6-$36 billion * A study conducted by Ernst & Young found that 3.5 million Australians are unproductive, costing the economy $41 billion in wages alone * According to Gallop only 18% of Aussies love their job, whilst 20% hate it. That’s - [What's Your Big Word?](https://janinegarner.com.au/whats-your-big-word/) - Its a tough one. What’s the one, single big word that best describes what you are doing and why? Is everything that you say and do, the action that you take, the message you are sharing aligned to this big word? I like to think of our word as change-maker. Change-makers are everywhere. You know - [What's Your Big Word?](https://janinegarner.com.au/whats-your-big-word-2/) - Its a tough one. What’s the one, single big word that best describes what you are doing and why? Is everything that you say and do, the action that you take, the message you are sharing aligned to this big word? I like to think of our word as change-maker. Change-makers are everywhere. You know - [The Most Important Goal to Set Yourself this Financial Year](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-most-important-goal-to-set-yourself-this-financial-year/) - Like a car going in for it’s service, I headed to Noosa recently for the inaugural five star all the way Little Black Dress Group retreat. Inspiring? Yes Thought provoking? Yes Insightful? Yes Value add? Yes Challenging? Yes It’s interesting how the last month has had one very solid golden thread running through - [Planning, courage and persistence: Eight tips I wish I'd known starting out](https://janinegarner.com.au/planning-courage-and-persistence-eight-tips-i-wish-id-known-starting-out/) - Dear business me, You are doing so well. And I am really proud of you. You are successful, and a leader, and really forging a path in terms of showing what a change maker in the business arena should do. Well done you (or me?). I apologise that I didn't have the experience back when - [The most precious gift of all](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-most-precious-gift-of-all/) - Time is such a precious commodity. We can make it work for us or fritter it away. Time is one of those things we can never get back. Time does not discriminate on age, class, status, locality or money. The unit of time is the same for all. It comes and it goes. Often it - [Success is an individual choice. Choose to live your own version of it.](https://janinegarner.com.au/success-is-an-individual-choice-choose-to-live-your-own-version-of-it/) - I have had the pleasure of meeting, interviewing, working with and reading about some incredible, inspiring and successful people. This week is no different as Fashion Week hits Sydney and designer after designer presents their new collection to media and buyers from around the world. The journey to a Fashion Week show is not an - [Change is coming - are you ready?](https://janinegarner.com.au/change-is-coming-are-you-ready/) - The business landscape has changed forever. We are no longer living in the era of the industrial revolution where factories need to stay open 24/7 with the male as the main breadwinner whilst women stayed at home. Economic changes, dynamic family structures, globalization and the digital revolution have changed society forever. Increasing numbers of women - [Collaboration - the new force.](https://janinegarner.com.au/collaboration-the-new-force/) - I had the pleasure of presenting a workshop today on “Building an Export Marketing and PR plan” with my Script Marketing business partner and Little Black Dress Group founding member, Kirsten Basford. This event was an example of collaboration at work - the power of combining and sharing knowledge, experience and intellect to the greater - [Women We Love: Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/women-we-love-janine-garner/) - Every woman needs a little black dress. But Janine Garner is showing there are other ways to find support in all the right places. Few would deny that a confident woman in a little black dress is a sight to behold. A dozen or more women looking LBD-sharp? Now that’s a force to be reckoned - [Are you a Rapunzel or a ladder kicker?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-a-rapunzel-or-a-ladder-kicker/) - I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Jen Dalitz, the Founder and SheEO of Sphinxx and Australia's thought leader on gender balance. We talked at length about women being our own worst enemies and the increasing need to support each other in the work place. It’s an unfortunate state of play that even in the - [Are you a Rapunzel or a ladder kicker?](https://janinegarner.com.au/are-you-a-rapunzel-or-a-ladder-kicker-2/) - I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Jen Dalitz, the Founder and SheEO of Sphinxx and Australia's thought leader on gender balance. We talked at length about women being our own worst enemies and the increasing need to support each other in the work place. It’s an unfortunate state of play that even in the - [International Women's Day](https://janinegarner.com.au/international-womens-day/) - CELEBRATE THE ACHIEVEMENTS; ACKNOWLEDGE THE JOURNEY IS AN ONGOING ONE International Women's Day has been observed since the early 1900's. Significant cultural and attitudinal shifts have happened over the years with the new millennium bringing significant change and movement in women's equality, women having a voice, women being heard, women having their own bank accounts, - [Janine Garner at the Fashion Group International Awards](https://janinegarner.com.au/janine-garner-at-the-fashion-group-international-awards/) - Janine Garner at the Fashion Group International Awards, Sydney March 2011 with her mentees Tal & Adva Manning from Mezi jewellery and Pamela Trantalles - Director, Fashion Future - [Can We Really Have It All? featuring Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/can-we-really-have-it-all-featuring-janine-garner/) - Can We Really Have It All? Madison Magazine, September 2009 By Lucie Morris We were told we could have it all. Our feminist foremothers said so and even our mothers agreed, suggesting we could be loving wives, caring mothers and kick-arse bosses if we wanted. 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In fact, I feel more connected and more present than ever to business, to what is going on here and now, to - [Organisational culture is not created](https://janinegarner.com.au/organisational-culture-is-not-created/) - Organisational culture is not created – it is the culmination of behaviours How many times have you sat in a business meeting where the challenge has been to write down the mission statement and define the corporate culture I can distinctly remember in a former role sitting in a Management meeting being challenged to do - [Surround yourself with success and like-minded people](https://janinegarner.com.au/surround-yourself-with-success-and-like-minded-people/) - The first thing I saw on a recent visit to the Australian Institute of Sport was this image with the words – “Inspiration, Excellence, Passion, Desire”. And it didn’t stop there. Words of encouragement were everywhere. Photos of previous medal winners and success stories mounted the walls. Sporting great memorabilia at all view points. - [“I recommend biting off more than you can chew to anyone"](https://janinegarner.com.au/i-recommend-biting-off-more-than-you-can-chew-to-anyone/) - “I recommend biting off more than you can chew to anyone” – Alanis Morrissette Such were the closing words to Heather Swan’s speech at the Layne Beachley “Aim for the Stars” dinner last week, leaving the audience and me included, in awe, mesmerized and so utterly re-inspired at what can be achieved if you put - [The Power of No](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-power-of-no/) - How many times have you committed to something, when deep down you know you should say ‘No’? Whether it be saying ‘No’ to an appointment that isn’t going to add value to either party, ‘No’ to taking on a piece of work that you haven’t got time to deliver or ‘No’ to a simple to - ["Your time is limited, so don't spend it living someone else's life"](https://janinegarner.com.au/your-time-is-limited-so-dont-spend-it-living-someone-elses-life/) - "Your time is limited, so don't spend it living someone else's life" - Steve Jobs The recent resignation of Steve Jobs has led to much media and industry speculation about the future of the globally successful Apple brand. But for me Steve Jobs is one of those unique individuals that has the leadership mindset, the - [It all starts with YOU](https://janinegarner.com.au/it-all-starts-with-you/) - This week we held our first Little Black Dress Group business seminar in Sydney, with a focus on cultivating a leadership mindset for success. 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As heiress to the Disney Family fortune, Abigail now uses her wealth and status as a social activist filmmaker, humanitarian and philanthropist. She is a wife, mother and general “advocate for women’s political leadership at - [What a journey its been….and it’s only just begun](https://janinegarner.com.au/what-a-journey-its-been-and-its-only-just-begun/) - As I do every year at this time, I take a moment to sit down and reflect on what has happened in my life. When I look back specifically on 2011 and where I was this time last year, what I was doing and now, in hindsight, being aware of what was about to unfold - [Work / Life Balance - It's Your Choice](https://janinegarner.com.au/work-life-balance-its-your-choice/) - I had the most amazing Bikram yoga class last night and as a consequence have just emerged from the most amazing sleep. I have been practicing Bikram yoga for almost 7 years now. 2011, however, saw a massive blip in my practice as I focused my energy on launching and building the Little Black Dress - [Doing vs. Thinking – which one takes priority in your day?](https://janinegarner.com.au/doing-vs-thinking-which-one-takes-priority-in-your-day/) - The time we have at our fingertips is the same for everyone unless you are some divine being that has managed to find a way of creating a 30 hour day – and if this is you please contact me and share the secret. There are 24 hours in one day, 7 days in one - [Routine is not such a bad thing after all](https://janinegarner.com.au/routine-is-not-such-a-bad-thing-after-all/) - I read a lot of business and personal development books and magazines as part of my own continuing education. This holiday’s read of “The Compound Effect” by Darren Hardy has delivered one hell of a “Aha’ moment and I am already well into following through on my “Weekly Rhythm Register”. In simple terms, it’s all - [The week ahead](https://janinegarner.com.au/the-week-ahead/) - Another week rolls in and what a week it's going to be. After spending the last few weeks juggling work with school holidays and then last week with the first week of school, I finally feel I can have my first week of 2012 totally focusing on the business and getting back in to some - [It's all coming together](https://janinegarner.com.au/its-all-coming-together/) - Why the jigsaw puzzle? The week that was = all about connecting. Connecting with people I already knew, meeting new connections and connecting in with my personal vision of success for business, myself and the wider community. The week ahead = finally connecting all the pieces together of a new business venture - Script Marketing. - [Building Brand YOU](https://janinegarner.com.au/building-brand-you/) - As business owners or senior executives working within corporates, we are often challenged with building the company brand consistently across everything we do – whether it is marketing, customer service, sales or company culture. Big organisations understand the importance of building, managing and maintaining brands. But we often forget about the fact that each of - [“Become a brick in the wall” – Abigail Disney](https://janinegarner.com.au/become-a-brick-in-the-wall-abigail-disney-2/) - It was an absolute honour to meet and speak with the incredibly inspiring and thought provoking Abigail Disney last week. As heiress to the Disney Family fortune, Abigail now uses her wealth and status as a social activist filmmaker, humanitarian and philanthropist. 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All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Let’s talk about that all-too-familiar business gut punch: you send a killer proposal, wait for the “yes” and get nothing but radio silence. Ghosting. It’s frustrating, it’s awkward and it can leave you questioning - [How to Tell Brilliant Stories in a World Obsessed with AI with Gabrielle Dolan](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/how-to-tell-brilliant-stories-in-a-world-obsessed-with-ai-with-gabrielle-dolan/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Every conversation these days seems to revolve around Artificial Intelligence: chatbots, deep fakes and whether robots will take over our jobs (or even our souls!). Yet amidst the technical cacophony, there's a crucial narrative - [Red Brick Thinking: How to make space, find focus & move forward](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/red-brick-thinking-how-to-make-space-find-focus-move-forward/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Drowning in obligations, tasks and responsibilities that multiply faster than you can clear them? We've been taught to solve problems by adding more - more effort, more resources, more systems. But what if the - [Ep 001 - Networking Still Matters. But Your Network Matters More](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-001-networking-still-matters-but-your-network-matters-more/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thoughts and inspiration with you, the listener. Janine will dare you to think differently, to challenge yourself so that you can unleash your inner brilliance #leadership #brilliance #inspire #thought - [Future Leaders think 'We' not Me](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/future-leaders-think-we-not-me/) - How are you embracing change to remain at the forefront of your industry. Are you empowering your team to collaborate, ideate and innovate. Are you leading by example by being curious and asking questions, collaborating with others to find the answers. The leaders of the future are. - [Ep 003 - Fuel Your Fire](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-003-fuel-your-fire/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thoughts and inspiration with you, the listener. Janine will dare you to think differently, to challenge yourself so that you can unleash your inner brilliance #leadership #brilliance #inspire #thought - [Ep 002 - Say Yes to Failure](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-002-say-yes-to-failure/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thoughts and inspiration with you, the listener. Janine will dare you to think differently, to challenge yourself so that you can unleash your inner brilliance #leadership #brilliance #inspire #thought - [Ep 004 - What Are You Known For?](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-004-what-are-you-known-for/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thoughts and inspiration with you, the listener. Janine will dare you to think differently, to challenge yourself so that you can unleash your inner brilliance #leadership #brilliance #inspire #thought - [Ep 006 - Conversation with Emma Bannister CEO Presentation Studio](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-006-conversation-with-emma-bannister-ceo-presentation-studio/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thoughts and inspiration with you, the listener. Janine will dare you to think differently, to challenge yourself so that you can unleash your inner brilliance #leadership #brilliance #inspire #thoughtleader - [Ep 005 - Follow Your Own Yellow Brick Road](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-005-follow-your-own-yellow-brick-road/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thoughts and inspiration with you, the listener. Janine will dare you to think differently, to challenge yourself so that you can unleash your inner brilliance #leadership #brilliance #inspire #thought - [Ep 007 - Conversations with Kelly Slessor CEO Shopyou](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-007-conversations-with-kelly-slessor-ceo-shopyou/) - Want to know about how to build your digital footprint? In this podcast Janine and Kelly talk all things digital and how Kelly has built the online Shopyou platform - [Ep 008 - Who's in your crew?](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-008-whos-in-your-crew/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thoughts and inspiration with you, the listener. Janine will dare you to think differently, to challenge yourself so that you can unleash your inner brilliance #leadership #brilliance #inspire #thoughtleaders - [Ep 010 - Conversations with Alicia Beachley CEO April5](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-010-conversations-with-alicia-beachley-ceo-april5/) - Alicia Beachley is founder and CEO of leading independent brand activation and marketing agency April5.With an impressive suite of repeat clients, Alicia and her team work with some of Australia’s leading brands including Microsoft, RAMS Home Loans, Coty, Paypal and Muffin Break.A sought-after industry commentator and contributor to trade and business media, Alicia is an - [Ep 009 - Conversations with Jo Muirhead CEO Purple Co](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-009-conversations-with-jo-muirhead-ceo-purple-co/) - A conversation with Jo Muirhead CEO Purple Co - [Ep 011 - Conversations with Debbie O'Connor CEO of WRD](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-011-conversations-with-debbie-oconnor-ceo-of-wrd/) - Debbie is a brand strategist by profession and a graphic designer by trade. She is the founder of multi award winning creative studio White River Design and Western Sydney’s most awarded coworking venue, The Creative Fringe. With a bachelor of Fine Arts, Debbie majored in Graphic Design and Photography from Stellenbosch University in South Africa - [Ep 013 - Conversations with Paul Walton Producer & Partner Princess Pictures](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-013-conversations-with-paul-walton-producer-partner-princess-pictures/) - It was an absolute joy to turn the microphone on to Paul Walton recently. Paul is a Partner, Producer and Head of Production at Princess Pictures, a well established film and television production company with an international reputation for producing unique projects with outstanding creative talent....and more importantly, he's my brother.During this podcast we chatted - [Ep 012 - Conversations about gender equality with Generation Z](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-012-conversations-about-gender-equality-with-generation-z/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thoughts and inspiration with you, the listener. Janine will dare you to think differently, to challenge yourself so that you can unleash your inner brilliance #leadership #brilliance #inspire #thoughtleader - [Ep 015 - Conversations with Simon Meyer CEO FutureYou](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-015-conversations-with-simon-meyer-ceo-futureyou/) - Starting out in the recruitment industry in Sydney more than 20 years ago, Simon is regarded as a leading talent partner in the sector. His career has taken him to the UK and Europe but it is his unrivalled Australian domain expertise that he is most recognised for. Always challenging the status quo, Simon founded - [Ep 014 - Progress or Delusion](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-014-progress-or-delusion/) - In this podcast Janine shares her idea's, thoughts and inspiration with you, the listener. Janine will dare you to think differently, to challenge yourself so that you can unleash your inner brilliance #leadership #brilliance #inspire #thoughtleader - [Ep 016 - Reach your Emerald City](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-016-reach-your-emerald-city/) - Ep 016 - Reach your Emerald City by Janine Garner - [Ep 018 - Conversations with Jamie Pride - Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist & Author](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-018-conversations-with-jamie-pride-entrepreneur-venture-capitalist-author/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Jamie Pride. Jamie is a serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist and author on a mission to help build better founders and a better venture capital ecosystem to support them. As an entrepreneur, Jamie sold his first startup, Velteo, to New York–based System Integrator Bluewolf, and has founded over - [Ep 017 -Conversations with Vicki McLean, Founder & CEO Sparcgap](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-017-conversations-with-vicki-mclean-founder-ceo-sparcgap/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Vicki McLean, revenue growth strategist and founder & Director of Sparcgap. Vicki's story of determination and resilience to push through, to drive change for herself and others and her passion for driving growth is evident as she shares her story to here. Vicki is one inspiring woman - [Ep 020 - Conversations with Peter Baines OAM](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-020-conversations-with-peter-baines-oam/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Peter Baines. Pete developed his unique leadership style by leading international identification teams into Indonesia and Thailand following acts of terrorism and the 2004 South East Asian Tsunami. He would go on to work in the counter terrorism area of Interpol, spent time with the United Nations - [Ep 019 - Choose your hero's wisely](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-019-choose-your-heros-wisely/) - Ep 019 - Choose your hero's wisely by Janine Garner - [Ep 021 - Bye Bye Beige](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-021-bye-bye-beige/) - In this latest episode of my podcast I talk about why beige leadership simply won’t cut it anymore and why we need connected leadership - those leaders who are so comfortable in the space that they have the strength to lead and share, to learn and grow, who are actively curious and willing to give. - [Ep 022 - Conversations with Sherilyn Shackell](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-022-conversations-with-sherilyn-shackell/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Sherilyn Shackell Sherilyn is the Founder & CEO of The Marketing Academy, a unique not for profit organisation dedicated to inspiring and developing talented stars in the marketing industry to become the leaders, Board Directors and CEOs of tomorrow. The Marketing Academy started in the UK and - [Ep 023 - Conversations with Gabrielle Dolan](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-023-conversations-with-gabrielle-dolan/) - Gabrielle Dolan is is a global thought leader on authentic leadership and business story telling. She’s worked with thousands of high-profile leaders from around the world, helping them to become better leaders ad communicators in the art of business storytelling. Gabrielle has worked with some of Austalia’s top 50 ASX companies including National Australia Bank, - [Ep 025 - How to build the web of you in the right way](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-025-how-to-build-the-web-of-you-in-the-right-way/) - Ep 025 - How to build the web of you in the right way by Janine Garner - [Ep 024 - Conversations with Michelle Gibbings](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-024-conversations-with-michelle-gibbings/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Michelle Gibbings – an expert in helping organisations, teams and individuals get fit for the future of work. Obsessed with unlocking high-impact choices to accelerate meaningful progress, Michelle is enabling a new breed of leader – one that is able to thrive in a complex, changing world. - [Ep 027 - Conversations with Kurek Ashley "The Transformer"](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-027-conversations-with-kurek-ashley-the-transformer/) - Kurek Ashley is an internationally renowned speaker, author and coach. His #1 best-selling book "How would Love respond?" has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people all over the world.His list of private clients include: Hollywood film and TV stars, movie directors, producers and cinematographers, a quintuple platinum rock band, hit music composers, - [Ep 026 - Conversations with Oscar Trimboli](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-026-conversations-with-oscar-trimboli/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is listening expert Oscar Trimboli Oscar is an Author, Keynote Speaker and Executive Coach. He is an expert on the power of Deep Listening to create an impact beyond words and the author of Breakthroughs – How to confront assumptions and Deep Listening – How to have an impact - [Ep 028 - High Performance Leadership w/ Haydn Masters former Head of Physical Performance Wallabies](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-028-high-performance-leadership-w-haydn-masters-former-head-of-physical-performance-wallabies/) - Haydn Masters is the Head of Physical Performance and Preparation for the Australian Rugby Union Team – the Wallabies. Haydn’s expertise in maximising human performance stems from 20 years of experience coaching elite world sporting teams & athletes. Recent results include the NSW Waratahs first Super Rugby Championship in 2014 and the Wallaby 2015 Rugby - [Ep 030 - Conversations with Jack Delosa, Founder The Entourage](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-030-conversations-with-jack-delosa-founder-the-entourage/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Jack Delosa. Named as one of Australia's Top 10 Entrepreneurs Under 30 twice by Dynamic Business Magazine & SmartCompany, Number 1 Entrepreneur in Australia by Australian Business Review and listed in the BRW Young Rich List since 2014, Jack is the founder of Australia's largest education institution - [Ep 029 - Conversations with Ray Pittman President & CEO CBRE Pacific](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-029-conversations-with-ray-pittman-president-ceo-cbre-pacific/) - With a career in commercial property spanning more than 31 years, Ray Pittman is an expert in corporate strategy, executive team leadership, mergers and acquisitions, property investment, development, management and brokerage. As the President & CEO of CBRE Pacific, Ray is responsible for overseeing 22offices and approximately 2,500 employees across Australia and New Zealand. Prior - [Ep 032 - Conversations with Emma Isaacs Founder of Business Chicks](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-032-conversations-with-emma-isaacs-founder-of-business-chicks/) - Emma Isaacs is the founder and global CEO of Business Chicks, Australia's largest community for women, and is passionate about inspiring women to be bold, be courageous and to take risks. When Emma was just 18, she became the co-owner of a small recruitment company where she had just started working. When she sold the - [Ep 031 - Conversations with Melinda Cruz Founder of Miracle Babies Foundation](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-031-conversations-with-melinda-cruz-founder-of-miracle-babies-foundation/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Melinda Cruz. Melinda is the Founder and a Non-Executive Board Director of Miracle Babies Foundation; Australia’s leading organisation supporting premature and sick newborns, their families and the hospitals caring for them. The incredible difference Melinda has made to thousands along with her impact as a successful entrepreneur - [Ep 033 - Conversations with Kieran Flanangan Co-Founder The Impossible Institute](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-033-conversations-with-kieran-flanangan-co-founder-the-impossible-institute-2/) - Ep 033 - Conversations with Kieran Flanangan Co-Founder The Impossible Institute by Janine Garner - [Ep 034 - Conversations with Donna McGeorge: Author of The 25 Minute Meeting](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-034-conversations-with-donna-mcgeorge-author-of-the-25-minute-meeting/) - Donna McGeorge makes work work. She is passionate about enhancing the large amount of time we spend in our workplace (too much, for many) to ensure it is effective and productive, as well as enjoyable. Donna has worked with managers and leaders throughout Australia and Asia–Pacific for over 20 years such as Nissan Motor Company, - [Ep 033 - Conversations with Kieran Flanangan Co -Founder The Impossible Institute](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-033-conversations-with-kieran-flanangan-co-founder-the-impossible-institute/) - Kieran Flanagan is an expert in harnessing commercial creativity to help people become better problem solvers and ultimately drive more success in business and life. Whether it is success by design, rethinking thinking, creative leadership or making change positive and positive change Kieran can help you change your thinking (and change your world). A rare - [Ep 036 - Conversations with Paula Kensington FCCA II The Award Winning CFO](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-036-conversations-with-paula-kensington-fcca-ii-the-award-winning-cfo/) - In her words Paula Kensington is “a CFO on a mission to empower others to unlock their potential, confidence and belief in their ability to succeed”. Impact is Paula’s reason for living. In everything that she does, her primary driver is 'what impact am I having on others, how can I help others to become - [Ep 035 - Conversations with Weh Yeoh I Founder of OIC Cambodia](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-035-conversations-with-weh-yeoh-i-founder-of-oic-cambodia/) - Weh Yeoh is the founder of OIC Cambodia, an initiative that aims to establish speech therapy as a profession in Cambodia. He has a BA in Physiotherapy from the University of Sydney and an MA in Development Studies from the University of NSW. He has volunteered with people with disabilities in Vietnam, interned in India, - [Ep 037 - Conversations with Simon Dowling I Founder & MD of 2engage](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-037-conversations-with-simon-dowling-i-founder-md-of-2engage/) - Simon Dowling is a leading thinker on creating collaborative teams and workplaces. As a speaker, facilitator and educator, he works closely with leaders and teams from some of Australia’s most interesting organisations, equipping them with the inspiration and know-how to build strong, highly engaged teams. He began his career as a as a commercial lawyer, - [Ep 039 - Conversations with Emma Bannister I CEO Presentation Studio](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-039-conversations-with-emma-bannister-i-ceo-presentation-studio/) - With over two decades of Visual Design experience, and ten years as founder and CEO at Presentation Studio, Emma Bannister’s view is radically different. Passionate that powerful presentations consist of more than just visual design – she teaches a new way of thinking – Visual ThinkingTM. Emma’s journey from the kitchen table to building a - [Ep 038 - Conversations with Jack Story I Chief Technologist DXC](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-038-conversations-with-jack-story-i-chief-technologist-dxc/) - Originally from the US, Jack Story is the Chief Technologist for DXC Technology’s Public Sector in Australia and New Zealand. Jack’s experience in strategy development spans the global needs of outsourcing service providers and the unique strategies required to address those clients’ business challenges and capabilities. Prior to his corporate career, Jack served in the - [Ep 040 - Conversations with Nicole Eckels I Founder of Glasshouse Fragrances](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-040-conversations-with-nicole-eckels-i-founder-of-glasshouse-fragrances/) - Fragrance aficionado Nicole Eckels launched Glasshouse Fragrances in 2006 with a spark of imagination and a belief in the power of fragrance to transform the everyday. Since it's launch nearly a decade ago, Glasshouse Fragrances has quickly grown to become a leading brand in the Australian fragrance market. Nicole was born and raised in New - [Ep 041 - Conversations with Michelle Sales I Author of The Power of Confidence](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-041-conversations-with-michelle-sales-i-author-of-the-power-of-confidence/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Michelle Sales Michelle is passionate about helping people tap into their true potential –in leadership and in life. As a highly sought-after speaker and trainer Michelle has helped thousands of senior leaders and their teams learn to show up as the best version of themselves, to build - [Ep 042 - Conversations with Michelle Sutherland I Social Entrepreneur & National VP Arbonne](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-042-conversations-with-michelle-sutherland-i-social-entrepreneur-national-vp-arbonne/) - Joining me on the podcast this month is Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland is a Scottish born, Australia based, Social Entrepreneur that is positive, passionate and committed to living life fully. Michelle worked for seven years with Hewlett Packard and at the same time built her Network Marketing business with Arbonne International. At the age of - [Ep 043 - Conversations with Peter Shields I Author of Leadership Alchemy I Executive Coach](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-043-conversations-with-peter-shields-i-author-of-leadership-alchemy-i-executive-coach/) - I loved the conversation I had with Peter Shields for this episode of the Unleashing Brilliance podcast. As Peter says, “Great Leadership is hard to find”. Listen in as we discuss the concept of self worth and the constant battle with perceived norm behaviours or learned approaches. Peter is a transformational executive coach with more - [Ep 045 - Conversations with Stephen Scheeler former Facebook CEO (ANZ)](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-045-conversations-with-stephen-scheeler-former-facebook-ceo-anz/) - Stephen Scheeler is the former Facebook CEO for Australia and New Zealand, where he guided Facebook’s rise from quirky start up to media and technology titan. Working with Mark Zuckerberg and Facebook’s Silicon Valley leaders, his tenure at Facebook saw the ANZ business – including Instagram, Messenger, Whatsapp and Oculus – become one of the - [Ep 044 - Conversations with Jen Jackson I Owner & Director of Jaxzyn I Author](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-044-conversations-with-jen-jackson-i-owner-director-of-jaxzyn-i-author/) - It was an absolute pleasure to chat with Jen Jackson owner and director of award-winning, employee experience company, Jaxzyn. Jen considers herself lucky to have worked with leaders and influencers of Fortune 500 and ASX listed organisations. Recent work includes helping steer the brand and direction of PepsiCo’s Global EHS department, she has helped re-imagine - [Ep 046 - Conversations with Jeff Schwisow I Strategy Specialist I Author of Projectify](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-046-conversations-with-jeff-schwisow-i-strategy-specialist-i-author-of-projectify/) - Jeff Schwisow is a Melbourne-based strategy specialist, speaker and the author of Projectify - How to use projects to engage your people in strategy that evolves your business. Jeff Schwisow is passionate about people and projects. He believes that when the two come together that a truly exceptional workplace is formed – one that engages - [Ep 047 - Conversations with Lisa O'Neill I Expert in Personal Leadership I Author](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-047-conversations-with-lisa-oneill-i-expert-in-personal-leadership-i-author/) - Lisa O’Neill is an expert in personal leadership. She is obsessed with people living the lives they want to live – to be magnificent in their chosen domain, honouring themselves by being more of themselves. Charismatic and engaging, Lisa is a well-known keynote speaker to audiences in New Zealand and Australia. With a background in - [Ep 049 - Conversations with Dana Gambrill I Digital Leader Public Sector DXC Tech](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-049-conversations-with-dana-gambrill-i-digital-leader-public-sector-dxc-tech/) - With a genuine thirst for embracing life and not just being a passenger, Dana considers that her role as Digital Leader for DXCs Public Sector is her perfect role! In her own words, Dana gets to “work with our Public Sector clients to help them deliver outcomes that they have been struggling to realize themselves, - [Ep 048 - Conversations with Yasmin London I Exec Director ySafe](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-048-conversations-with-yasmin-london-i-exec-director-ysafe/) - Yasmin London has spent 12 years in the New South Wales Police Force, and now is also the Executive Director of ySafe - one of the lead organisations in Australia offering education and strategies for managing cyber safety in schools. Having operated at the coalface dealing with the real life consequences of online abuse experienced - [Ep 050 - Conversations with Michelle Gregory I Founder & Director of Promotion Products.](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-050-conversations-with-michelle-gregory-i-founder-director-of-promotion-products/) - It was an absolute pleasure to chat to Michelle Gregory - founder and director of Promotion Products. In this podcast we talked about: • Michelle’s journey to business owner alongside her husband, Douglas • The year they decided to runaway from the business with their four children and leave the staff in charge • Celebrating - [Ep 052 - Conversations with Ron Harvey I Retired U.S Army Veteran I Leadership Expert](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-052-conversations-with-ron-harvey-i-retired-u-s-army-veteran-i-leadership-expert/) - I met Ron Harvey whilst I was studying The Art & Practice of Leadership at Harvard in May this year and I was blown away at his story, his journey and his wisdom. There was a moment where Ron shared a personal story and as a result shifted the entire cohorts awareness around racism and - [Ep 051 - Diversity and Inclusion w/ Paul Zahra](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-051-diversity-and-inclusion-w-paul-zahra/) - Unleashing Brilliance is all about becoming visible, bringing your whole self to work and celebrating differences. Our leaders need to be bolder and braver and we have only touched the surface in resolving the challenges of the Diversity & Inclusion space. These were just some of the insights shared by Paul Zahra in the latest - [Ep 053 - Conversations with Dan Gregory & Kieran Flanagan I The Impossible Institiute](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-053-conversations-with-dan-gregory-kieran-flanagan-i-the-impossible-institiute/) - Kieran Flanagan and Dan Gregory are the co-founders of The Impossible Institute — a strategic think tank founded to re-imagine the way we think, lead, navigate change and create success. Kieran works with leaders, teams and organisations to make positive change and make change positive while Dan helps smart people to become "people smart". They - [Ep 054 - Conversations with Digby Scott I Author of Change Makers I Leadership Expert](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-054-conversations-with-digby-scott-i-author-of-change-makers-i-leadership-expert/) - Digby Scott is a former Chartered Accountant and has founded two successful consulting firms. He is a leadership expert with a fresh approach, working with organisations to being “future fit” be developing their next generation of leaders. Digby lives life by design, bending his lifestyle with the work he loves and spends good chunks of - [Ep 055 - Conversations with Alison Flemming I General Manager Finance for Scentre Group](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-055-conversations-with-alison-flemming-i-general-manager-finance-for-scentre-group/) - Alison is a self-confessed lifeaholic who squeezes as much into her life, both personally and professionally as possible. Delivering commercial success and developing high performing teams is her day job, and in her spare time, she enjoys travelling the globe and keeping physically and mentally fit. Alison is the General Manager Finance for Scentre Group - [Ep 056 - Convesations with Cathy Burke I The Hunger Project I Author I Mentor](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-056-convesations-with-cathy-burke-i-the-hunger-project-i-author-i-mentor/) - For 20 years Cathy Burke was the CEO for The Hunger Project Australia, and then Global Vice President, working to end hunger across South Asia and Africa. She was an integral member of a visionary team who developed leadership at scale in villages all over the world. Through her work, millions of the world’s poorest - [Ep 058 - Conversations with Darren Needham- Walker I Director: Marketing & Comms I TechnologyOne](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-058-conversations-with-darren-needham-walker-i-director-marketing-comms-i-technologyone/) - Working with the teams and talent behind some of the world's most iconic and influential brands - Darren is a focused, thought leader whose work has received international recognition for empowering individuals and teams to be their best. Collaboration lives at the heart of Darren’s approach, as he identifies and informs unique ways to work - [Ep 057 - Conversations with Dr Mike Perry I COO of Catalyst Executive](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-057-conversations-with-dr-mike-perry-i-coo-of-catalyst-executive/) - Dr. Mike Perry is the co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Catalyst Executive Advising & Development, LLC, where he and his team focus on developing leaders with the courage and vision to transform culture and change lives. A retired Army Lieutenant Colonel with over 20 years of service, Mike is a trusted leadership, human performance, - [Ep 059 - Conversations with Angela Ceberano I PR Expert & Founder of Flourish](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-059-conversations-with-angela-ceberano-i-pr-expert-founder-of-flourish/) - Angela Ceberano is a professionally trained PR consultant with over 15 years of PR and communications experience. She has gained invaluable experience and contacts throughout the industry, and represented the biggest celebrities and brands within Australia such as Steven Tyler, Mariah Carey, The Backstreet Boys, Celine Dion, John Mayer, Guy Sebastian, The Foo Fighters, Olivia - [Ep 061 - Conversations with Chris Helder I Keynote Speaker I Best Selling Author](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-061-conversations-with-chris-helder-i-keynote-speaker-i-best-selling-author/) - Chris Helder believes positive thinking doesn’t work. In fact, he says that the only thing that does work is useful thinking, useful beliefs and useful actions on the things that matter. In this world of distraction and the need to transform (or confirm) he argues that we are actually the ones that are in charge. - [Ep 060 - Conversations with Michael Diettrich-Chastain I CEO Arc Integrated](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-060-conversations-with-michael-diettrich-chastain-i-ceo-arc-integrated/) - How can you build individual sustainability to perform at your best? Do you understand and appreciate how the inter-connectivity of all parts of your lived experience drives your performance? These were just two of the key things I discussed on my latest episode of Unleashing Brilliance with Michael Diettrich-Chastain, founder and CEO of Arc Integrated, - [Ep 062 - Resilience and courage w/ Curtis McGrath OAM I Paralympic Gold medal winner](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-062-resilience-and-courage-w-curtis-mcgrath-oam-i-paralympic-gold-medal-winner/) - Curtis McGrath OAM has served in the Australian Army as a combat engineer for 6 years where he served with honour in East Timor, Indonesia and Afghanistan. On the 23rd August 2012 Curtis was on a patrol where he stepped right on an improvised explosive device (IED) which detonated and took both his legs. Only - [Ep 063 - Stop workplace bullying w/ Jessica Hickman The Bullyologist](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-063-stop-workplace-bullying-w-jessica-hickman-the-bullyologist/) - Half of all employees will experience workplace bullying during their careers The cost to a business by having just a single bully in their midst can be astronomical. In Australia alone, these costs are to be up to $36 billion annually in Australia. My latest guest, Jessica Hickman is a woman on a mission to - [Ep 065 - Fearless leadership lessons from the jungle w/ Corrinne Armour](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-065-fearless-leadership-lessons-from-the-jungle-w-corrinne-armour/) - What do you think you would learn from living in a jungle refugee camp at the edge of a war zone? Fearless leadership, a clear purpose and the courage to do things that are important to you are some of the powerful insights that, my latest guest, Corrinne Armour shared during our conversation. Corrinne is - [Ep 064 - Are you a leader worth following? w/ Linda McGregor](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-064-are-you-a-leader-worth-following-w-linda-mcgregor/) - Linda has spent her career working all sides; marketing, advertising, strategy and business development. With 30 years’+ experience; client and agency sides in the UK, Asia & Australia, then, in 2003, founding leading insight consultancy, All About Eve, she has wide expertise of leading teams & businesses in a variety of set-ups, markets & categories. - [Ep 066 - Personal success, people and culture w/ Kate Mason Coca-Cola Amatil](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-066-personal-success-people-and-culture-w-kate-mason-coca-cola-amatil/) - It’s not about how smart you are but it is about the impact you can have on others – these were the wise words that Kate Mason’s adoptive mother shared with her as she was growing up and are words that Kate continues to live by. Kate joined Coca-Cola Amatil in 2014 and is currently - [Ep 067 - Self leadership, overcoming fear w/ Margie Warrell I Bestselling Author](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-067-self-leadership-overcoming-fear-w-margie-warrell-i-bestselling-author/) - A bestselling author, Margie Warrell emboldens people with the courage and resilience to make braver decisions, take bolder actions & create a bigger mark. Margie draws on her background in business, psychology and coaching to develop better and braver leaders in organizations globally, from the UN Foundation to Salesforce. The titles of her bestselling books - [Ep 068 - Stand out. Get noticed. Stop being boring w/ Maz Farrelly I Media Expert](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-068-stand-out-get-noticed-stop-being-boring-w-maz-farrelly-i-media-expert/) - If you’ve watched it, Maz probably made it, and won an award for it. Without wishing to brag, (who are we kidding?) Maz has made the biggest shows in the world, with the biggest teams, the biggest budgets, the biggest ratings and more often than not, the biggest egos – generally her own. Five series - [Ep 070 - How to remain connected in times of isolation w/ Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-070-how-to-remain-connected-in-times-of-isolation-w-janine-garner/) - In this episode, Janine Garner talks about a recent event that highlighted the need to remain connected in these times of isolation and volatility. - [Ep 069 - Leadership is hard w: Cameron Schwab CEO AFL](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-069-leadership-is-hard-w-cameron-schwab-ceo-afl/) - Leadership is a practice and leadership is hard. It requires courage, it always demands more than you think and it requires an intentionality to continuously get better. After cutting his teeth as a recruiter at the Melbourne Football Club when the Demons made the finals for the first time in 23 years, Cameron Schwab was - [Ep 071 - Purpose and leaving a legacy w: Leah Kitoloh](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-071-purpose-and-leaving-a-legacy-w-leah-kitoloh/) - What would it look like is you were more deliberate and intentional about the legacy you are leaving? Based in Johannesburg, South Africa, Leah Kitoloh ran away from home with a backpack and knew that she couldn’t afford to fail. As a speaker, brand activator, coach and the founder of A Women’s Worth Chapters Leah - [Ep 073 - 10 Seconds Of Courage W: Nadine Champion](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-073-10-seconds-of-courage-w-nadine-champion/) - Have you ever found yourself asking, ‘Can I? Could I? Should I?’ Have you ever let fear stop you from doing what you really want to do? Do you ever find yourself asking how can I be more courageous? Nadine Champion is on a mission, challenging people to change their thinking in order to create - [Ep 072 - Building Trust & Connection w: Chad Littlefield](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-072-building-trust-connection-w-chad-littlefield/) - Are you sipping or gulping your connection with others? Chad Littlefield and I connected on-line over a mutual passion around powerful connection that matters. Chad, describes deep connections as those you gulp versus sip. Chad is the co-founder and Chief Experience Officer of We and Me, Inc. (www.weand.me)—an organization whose mission is to create conversations - [Ep 074 - Create leaders that can & teams that care w- Rohan Dredge](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-074-create-leaders-that-can-teams-that-care-w-rohan-dredge/) - Have you ever thought about your life as seasons? What about those window moments when you can explore the possibility and the mirror moments of self reflection? My latest guest, Rohan Dredge is passionate about personal responsibility versus blame and works with leaders to get them ready before they have to be ready. Committed to - [Ep 075 - Diversity & Managing Imposter Syndrome w: Kirstin Ferguson.](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-075-diversity-managing-imposter-syndrome-w-kirstin-ferguson/) - Dr Kirstin Ferguson began her career at the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) where she became an Air Force Officer, went on to study law and work as a senior executive in a corporate law firm before becoming CEO of a global safety consulting firm. Dr Kirstin Ferguson is a professional company director, keynote speaker - [Ep 077 - Attention Pays with Neen James](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-077-attention-pays-with-neen-james/) - Neen is the author of Folding TimeTM and her latest book Attention PaysTM is available at bookstores around the world. Over the past two decades Neen has been advising some of the coolest companies in the world including Viacom, Comcast, Paramount Pictures, and even the FBI, on how to improve their strategic planning, communication, and - [Ep 076 - Storytelling w: Gabrielle Dolan.](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-076-storytelling-w-gabrielle-dolan/) - Gabrielle Dolan can tell you a story or two. In fact, it was while working in a senior leadership role at National Australia Bank that she realised the power of storytelling in effective business communication. Since that epiphany, Gabrielle has found her calling as a global thought leader on authentic leadership and business storytelling. In - [Ep 078 - Be Brilliant I Janine Garner I Chapter One](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-078-be-brilliant-i-janine-garner-i-chapter-one/) - Janine introduces her latest book release "Be Brilliant - How to Lead a Life of Influence" available in all good bookstores 1st July 2020. In this podcast, Janine reads and explains the first chapter of the book. Enjoy - [Ep 079 - Deep Listening W: Oscar Trimboli](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-079-deep-listening-w-oscar-trimboli/) - Who are you ignoring in the workplace? What are the conversations you are not listening to? Where are those ideas that you may have missed? Oscar Trimboli is on a quest to create 100 million Deep Listeners in the world. He is an author, host of the Apple Award winning podcast—Deep Listening and a sought-after - [Ep 081 - My journey to Leadership w: Anne Jamieson](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-081-my-journey-to-leadership-w-anne-jamieson/) - Anne Jamieson has over 30 years’ experience in Senior Executive roles within the events and hospitality industry including Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, the Accor Hotel Group, InterContinental Hotel Groups and Radisson Hotels. She joined Saxton Speakers Bureau in August 2018 and is the Chief Executive Officer of Saxton Speakers Bureau - [Ep 080 - Chad Littlefield interviews Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-080-chad-littlefield-interviews-janine-garner/) - In this podcast, Chad Littlefield "turns the tables" and interviews Janine about her upcoming book release Be Brilliant - How to Lead a Life of Influence. Janine talks about how the book came into being and shares stories and insights on the book's concepts and facets. - [Ep 083 - The evolution of a digital business w: Tony Nash, CEO Booktopia](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-083-the-evolution-of-a-digital-business-w-tony-nash-ceo-booktopia/) - Tony is an entrepreneur, Founder & CEO in online retail. He started his first internet business in 1996 and in 2004 Tony founded Booktopia, an online bookstore, with an allocated budget of $10 a day. The company’s first book sold in 3 days. Fast track 16 years and Booktopia now sells one book every six - [Ep 082 - Be Brilliant I In her words w: Janine Garner I](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-082-be-brilliant-i-in-her-words-w-janine-garner-i/) - In this episode Kelly Irving interviews Janine Garner about her latest book Be Brilliant - How to Lead a Life of Influence and she also digs into Janine's career and journey to creating her latest release. - [Ep 084 - Sales recruitment, finding and managing talent w: Kara Atkinson](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-084-sales-recruitment-finding-and-managing-talent-w-kara-atkinson/) - Recruitment requires intimacy and deep connection. It is a commitment to unleashing the brilliance of people, their potential and unlocking the ability to transform themselves through their career. It is not about the usual bums on seats attitude that might be great for the short term but not sustainable for the long term. Wise words - [Ep 086 - Human Performance w: Tony Wilson](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-086-human-performance-w-tony-wilson/) - Ever wondered what the difference is between those that succeed at a high level and those that don’t? My latest guest, Tony Wilson, has a passion for Human Performance and asked himself this question, determined to find the answer. He told me, “The only thing that matters is putting in the work, but it has - [Ep 085 - You have the right to shine w: Terina Allen, CEO ARVis Institute](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-085-you-have-the-right-to-shine-w-terina-allen-ceo-arvis-institute/) - In this episode, my guest Terina Allen talks about the need: 1. Take ownership of outcomes and deliverables 2. Take the initiative for your success and the success of others 3. Understand that your own self-doubts and fears will always get in the way of building trust and safe environments for those around you 4. - [EP87 -THE KILLING OFF OF EGO AND RE - BIRTH OF IDENTITY W. Dominick Quartuccio](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep87-the-killing-off-of-ego-and-re-birth-of-identity-w-dominick-quartuccio/) - Dominick worked as an incredibly successful senior sales exec in investment banking in Wall St. The bonuses were incredible, the lifestyle one of partying hard, the results (on paper) insane but then burn-out hit. Feeling lost and reaching out to his nearest friend, the wake-up call happened - he realized he had to kill off - [Ep 088 - Me First with Kate Christie I CEO Time Stylers](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-088-me-first-with-kate-christie-i-ceo-time-stylers/) - Imagine if you could quit the ‘busy’. Imagine getting back in control of your calendar and time. Imagine re-imagining your time so that you can always be your best. Kate Christie has a reputation for helping her clients find 30 hours of lost time a month! She is the Founder & CEO of Time Stylers - [Ep 90 - Why loving your flaws is a part of being brilliant w: Sacha Coburn](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-90-why-loving-your-flaws-is-a-part-of-being-brilliant-w-sacha-coburn/) - Those that have achieved success are just like you and me – they also have their flaws – so if they can why not you! Sacha Coburn is a New Zealand leadership consultant, speaker and entrepreneur who is obsessed with unlocking the latent potential within everyone. She combines her love of coaching other leaders to - [Ep 089 - Rebuilding YOU with Mark Wales](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-089-rebuilding-you-with-mark-wales/) - Rebuilding YOU from Special Ops veteran to entrepreneur, speaker and Australian Survivor contestant – A conversation w/ Mark Wales Imagine having to rethink and reinvent your career. Imagine having to rebuild yourself, to face your demons and to start again. Mark Wales did just that. For as long as he can remember he wanted to - [Ep 091 - Navigating Career Crossroads with Jane Jackson](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-091-navigating-career-crossroads-with-jane-jackson/) - Navigating Career Crossroads w/ Jane Jackson Whether you are currently questioning the role you are in, having to find the next role due to redundancy of being furloughed or even feeling stuck, concerned and anxious about what next looks like, Jane Jackson, is on a mission to help professionals gain clarity in their careers, and - [Ep 093 - Adopting a ultra marathon runner’s mindset - you’re your success w : Samantha Gash](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-093-adopting-a-ultra-marathon-runners-mindset-youre-your-success-w-samantha-gash/) - Imagine being an accomplished lawyer working for the largest international law firm in the world, to deciding one day to trade in your heels for running shoes and setting off to change the world through highly collaborative social impact campaigns. That’s exactly what my guest today did – and she certainly didn’t make the change - [Ep 092 - From Sydney to Miami - Building Your Dream Business w: Clint Salter](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-092-from-sydney-to-miami-building-your-dream-business-w-clint-salter/) - What happens when you align your lifelong passion with your business? - You impact over 800,000 children EVERY week - You are celebrated as a finalist in the NSW, Australia Export Awards - You are a sought-after keynote speaker - You are able to contribute more on a global scale My latest guest, Clint Salter - [Ep 094 - Working across a shrinking planet w: Kyle D. Hegarty](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-094-working-across-a-shrinking-planet-w-kyle-d-hegarty/) - Kyle Hegarty argues that whilst conversations have multiplied as the majority of the world has been forced to move on-line, the issues and challenges of working globally across cultural boundaries have equally multiplied. From start-ups to Fortune 500 companies, Kyle empowers leaders and teams to find new ways to communicate and lead across our shrinking - [Ep 095 - Business Excellence w: Andrew Baxter](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-095-business-excellence-w-andrew-baxter/) - Andrew Baxter is one of Australia’s most trusted business, marketing and communications advisors. He’s passionate about helping companies unlock topline growth through sharp strategy and executional excellence. Andrew has worked with many of Australia's largest companies, brands and government bodies over two decades at Y&R, Ogilvy and Publicis, the latter two agencies as their CEO. - [Ep 096 - Doing The Impossible w: Jen Brown](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-096-doing-the-impossible-w-jen-brown/) - Doing The Impossible w/ Jen Brown Jen Brown knows a thing or two about helping unlock belief and possibility. She was a Corporate Lawyer treading the floorboards of organisations and now is an Endurance Sports Coach. She has a unique ability to understand the intricacies of what individuals and teams hope to achieve, the motivation - [Ep 098 - Ferocious Warmth Leadership w: Tracey Ezard](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-098-ferocious-warmth-leadership-w-tracey-ezard/) - What if you were told that your own Ignorant Truths is getting in the way of progress? What opportunities could exist if you owned your Ignorant Truth to collaborate, learn and connect more? And how do you feel about the need for Ferocious Warmth is leadership? Tracey Ezard is an author of two books, ‘The - [Ep 097 - Digital evolution and start-up lessons w: Kelly Slessor](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-097-digital-evolution-and-start-up-lessons-w-kelly-slessor/) - How do you determine what feedback to listen to when you are starting out with an idea? How is Covid-19 changing the digital landscape? When you have a big new innovative idea how do you manage the self-doubt and internal questioning? These are just some of the topics I discussed on the latest episode of - [Ep 099 - Pragmatic Thinking with Alison Hill](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-099-pragmatic-thinking-with-alison-hill/) - Constantly curious, forever the student and passionate about building cultural magnificence in her own organisation as well as helping other organisations do the same. Alison Hill is passionate about making work an extraordinary experience. Alison is a registered Psychologist and CEO of three-time AFR Fast 100 company, Pragmatic Thinking. She was awarded Educator of the - [Ep 100 - Purpose, Entrepreneur and Emotional resilience with Naomi Simson](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-100-purpose-entrepreneur-and-emotional-resilience-with-naomi-simson/) - A true business leader and influencer, Naomi Simson is Australia’s most followed person on the business networking platform. She has authored two best-selling books Live What You Love, and Ready to Soar, and appeared as the #RedShark in four seasons of Shark Tank Australia. In this podcast we discuss: - The importance of purpose in - [Ep 102 - Building a culture of innovation w: Ben Frederiksen](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-102-building-a-culture-of-innovation-w-ben-frederiksen/) - Ben Frederiksen has been a member of the Leadership team of Uber Eats, ANZ, worked globally for PwC Consulting and in Industry in roles across many disciplines. These include Operations, Sales, Service, Strategy, CX, Commercial Finance and in General Management. Inspired by his experiences across the spectrum of growth, he founded a growth advisory delivering - [Ep 101 - Creating a Thriving Mind w: Dr Jenny Brockis](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-101-creating-a-thriving-mind-w-dr-jenny-brockis/) - I was once asked – “What do you do for fun, Janine? When was the last time you played?” What if you were told that the power of play fuels your brain power. That learning to thrive at work and at home would boost your productivity and performance, unleashing your brilliance to do more? So - [Ep 103 - Stepping in to the Spotlight w: Nicola Moras.](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-103-stepping-in-to-the-spotlight-w-nicola-moras/) - Nicola believes that too many of us are selling ourselves short and that it’s way more important to be seen as an expert amongst your audience that it is your peers. As the author of 5 books, most recently “Into the Spotlight” and “Visible" her overarching message is one of how to cut through the - [Ep 105 - Millennial Leadership w: Felicity Furey, Award-winning Business Leader,Engineer](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-105-millennial-leadership-w-felicity-furey-award-winning-business-leaderengineer/) - I first met Felicity when we were sharing a stage back in early 2019 – and I was immediately blown away by all she had achieved at such a young age, her passion for making the impossible possible and her drive to really make a difference. Felicity is an award winning inspirational speaker, entrepreneur and - [Ep 104 - The truth about confidence and what it really takes w: Erika Cramer, Queen of Confidence](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-104-the-truth-about-confidence-and-what-it-really-takes-w-erika-cramer-queen-of-confidence/) - My favourite quote from this podcast is, ‘Perfection erodes connection.’ How often has this got in the way of your confidence, of your self-belief, of your courage to step up and unleash your brilliance? Erika is an international confidence coach and popular 5 star podcast host. Described as ‘The Cardi B of the personal development - [Ep 106 - Mastering the muscle of humanity w: Kiri-Maree Moore](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-106-mastering-the-muscle-of-humanity-w-kiri-maree-moore/) - Imagine Sir Richard Branson tapping you on the arm, looking you in the eye and telling you, ‘I see you’! Well that’s exactly what happened to Kiri-Maree Moore Kiri-Maree is on a mission. She challenges all of us to master the muscle of humanity and human intelligence, to put humanity at the centre of decision - [Ep 107 - Work does not have to be about survival w: Paul Farina](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-107-work-does-not-have-to-be-about-survival-w-paul-farina/) - Obsessed with helping high-achievers progress their work without sacrificing health, relationships, and future opportunities. Paul Farina is an Educator and the Author of The Rhythm Effect: A leader's guide in team performance. In recent times, Paul's latest research delves into the value of 'being in sync' with each other, our environments, systems, and products. Finding - [Ep 109 - How data can unlock brilliance w: Elisa Choy, CEO Maven Data](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-109-how-data-can-unlock-brilliance-w-elisa-choy-ceo-maven-data/) - Elisa has predicted the future many times. She predicted the winner of The Voice, Australia 2019 and 2020, MasterChef Australia 2020, and the US Presidential Election 2020, using the Maven Data method. That was just for fun in her spare time. We talked about this and so much more during this podcast – including the - [Ep 108 - How to be better at the NOW of work w: Donna McGeorge.](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-108-how-to-be-better-at-the-now-of-work-w-donna-mcgeorge/) - It was fabulous to hear the multiple facets of Donna’s past–from childhood through work–what she has learnt about herself and ultimately how all these experiences have resulted in her being one of the best in the business. Donna is passionate about making work work and enhancing a large amount of time we spend in our - [Ep 111 - The Power of Stories in Business w: Gabrielle Dolan](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-111-the-power-of-stories-in-business-w-gabrielle-dolan/) - Gabrielle Dolan can tell a story or two and she shares in her LinkedIn profile, “Most likely I developed this skill being one of eight children and looking for ways to get attention.” Gabrielle is a highly sought-after international keynote speaker and educator on real communication and business storytelling. Her clients include the Obama Foundation, - [Ep 110 - The Challenges Of The Leadership Gap W: Shane Hatton](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-110-the-challenges-of-the-leadership-gap-w-shane-hatton/) - What’s the biggest contribution you can leave on the world? How intentional are you really being in your conversations with others? These were just a couple of the topics we deep dived into during this conversation. Shane Hatton is a developer of remarkable people leaders. He believes that when we invest in developing leaders the - [Ep 113 - Finding Purpose Through Heartbreak w: Nikki Shah, founder & CEO MyMuse](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-113-finding-purpose-through-heartbreak-w-nikki-shah-founder-ceo-mymuse/) - Ep 113 - Finding Purpose Through Heartbreak w/ Nikki Shah, founder & CEO MyMuse Nikki’s backstory is an incredible example of reinvention and evolution. But it was in the heartbreak she experienced in her 30s that she found her purpose. A purpose that will ultimately become a game changer for so many. She is unstoppable, - [Ep 112 - DARE TO BE DIFFERENT w: Sandro Forte](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-112-dare-to-be-different-w-sandro-forte/) - Not to be discouraged by some challenges during the early part of his life, Sandro Forte has built one of the UK’s most successful and highly respected businesses, with individual and corporate recognition and awards too lengthy to list. Yet, by his own admission, Sandro is an ‘ordinary guy’ who simply believes – and demonstrates - [Ep 114 - How to change and control your relationship with fear w: Dr Amy Silver](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-114-how-to-change-and-control-your-relationship-with-fear-w-dr-amy-silver/) - Does fear stop you from doing the very thing you would love to do? Is fear the loudest voice in your head? Does fear control you? What if you could turn fear into your friend vs your foe? This is the lifelong passion and work of my latest guest and friend Dr Amy Silver. Dr - [Ep 116 - The Leading Edge with Holly Ransom](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-116-the-leading-edge-with-holly-ransom/) - Holly Ransom is a globally renowned content curator, powerful speaker and master questioner with the belief that if you walk past it, you tell the world it’s okay. Named one of Australia’s 100 Most Influential Women by the Australian Financial Review, she has delivered a Peace Charter to the Dalai Lama, was Sir Richard Branson’s - [Ep 115 – Design the life you want with Melissa Browne](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-115-design-the-life-you-want-with-melissa-browne/) - Melissa Browne is an ex-accountant, ex-financial advisor & ex-working till she drops. Nowadays she’s a best-selling author, financial educator, business strategist & mentor and entrepreneur who is passionate about helping women particularly also live a life by design not default. In this episode we talk about: ✅ The risk that cultivating busyness has on achieving - [Ep 117 - Your Story Is The Very Thing That Will Move People w: James Cooper](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-117-your-story-is-the-very-thing-that-will-move-people-w-james-cooper/) - James Cooper is a filmmaker and videographer. He got his first film camera when he was 5 years old. The son of an award-winning Television director, he always had a love for film and storytelling. As he shared on this podcast, “Information by itself doesn’t move people. It’s the stories that people share that move - [Ep 119 - Great Handbag – don’t forget your Briefcase with Antoinette Colbran](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-119-great-handbag-dont-forget-your-briefcase-with-antoinette-colbran/) - A combination of fortune, luck and what makes you as a person is a very thing that sets you apart.Wise words from my latest guest Antoinette Colbran. Antoinette led the idyllic life of a wealthy Sydney family. Life was wonderful - multiple homes, cars, boats and overseas holidays. Kids in private school and no cares - [Ep 118 - Building a Million Dollar Micro Business w: Tina Tower](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-118-building-a-million-dollar-micro-business-w-tina-tower/) - Tina Tower is an award-winning, serial entrepreneur who has founded and sold several businesses and franchises. Tina started her first business at the age of 20, that went from being a small suburban tutoring centre and educational toy store, to a licence program and then a franchise. After 5 years of franchising Tina opened 35 - [Ep 120 - Embracing Imperfection with Michelle Cox](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-120-embracing-imperfection-with-michelle-cox/) - Michelle Cox is a corporate turned creative with over 25 years of executive leadership experience in a variety of National and Global Executive roles across a range of industry sectors. In addition to being a CEO, COO & CMO for several well-known brands, an entrepreneur at heart, Michelle has acquired and started a number of - [Ep 122 - Big Thinking, Big Vision, Big Plans With Sarah Pavillard](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-122-big-thinking-big-vision-big-plans-with-sarah-pavillard/) - “If the fire is in you explore, experiment and find a way to follow it.” Sarah Pavillard is a Weapons Engineer and the founder and CEO of ADROITA, a defence professional services, engineering and advisory firm. She is obsessed with finding simple solutions inside complex problems, and helping businesses transform to meet their future needs. - [Ep 121 - Leadership Excellence With Karen Faehndrich](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-121-leadership-excellence-with-karen-faehndrich/) - Karen Faehndrich’s ethos is: “Dwell on possibilities. Creative foresight. Listen to connect. Courageous Adventures. Spirit of grace. Compassion and fortitude.” Karen has gained a depth of specialist expertise as a member of Global Executive teams and Global Talent Development and D&I Advisory Boards where she represented the APAC region to set the agenda globally for - [Ep 123 - Stepping Into Your Spotlight W. Rebecca Saunders, Video Ninja And Strategist](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-123-stepping-into-your-spotlight-w-rebecca-saunders-video-ninja-and-strategist/) - From being bullied in the schoolyard for being and looking different to building a global production company, owning a purpose-built film studio in Sydney and the creator of a multitude of online courses including her signature program "The Video Accelerator", in this conversation Rebecca shares her own personal story into finally stepping into her spotlight. - [Ep 125 - Creating A Gift Mindset With Renée Giarrusso](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-125-creating-a-gift-mindset-with-renee-giarrusso/) - My latest guest, Renée Giarrusso, asks: What is it that you need to do to start being a human being and not a human doing? What do you need to let go of? What do you need to let in? Renée is a sought after communication, leadership and mindset expert obsessed with working with those - [Ep 124 - Worthy, Stop Mauling Your Mojo With Maree Mcpherson](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-124-worthy-stop-mauling-your-mojo-with-maree-mcpherson/) - What would compassion and love allow you to do if they were sat beside you right now? This is one of the key questions Maree McPherson asks on this podcast. With a strong belief that impact follows insight, Maree’s gifts bring organisations to life through what she sees, hears and feels. Maree helps develop organisations - [Ep 126 - Turning Your Vision Into Reality W. Kylie Ryan](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-126-turning-your-vision-into-reality-w-kylie-ryan/) - Kylie Ryan is a Performance Coach for visionary leaders.She is a master of her craft and has spent years developing the skills, frameworks and strategies to help coaches, entrepreneurs and change-makers ensure they have the mental clarity, professional precision and internal foundations to lead their movements and fulfil their missions. During this podcast we chat - [Ep 127 - On The Other Side Of The Mic with Janine Garner](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-127-on-the-other-side-of-the-mic-with-janine-garner/) - For something different Rebecca Saunders interviews Janine Garner about her visions, views and outlook on life. - [Ep 128 - Mentally Wellthy With Donna Thistlewaite](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-128-mentally-wellthy-with-donna-thistlewaite/) - In 2012 Donna Thistlethwaite experienced a mental health crisis which culminated in her jumping off a bridge. Regarded as an enthusiastic and competent HR professional, her mental health quickly altered when a workplace challenge triggered an unravelling of her life. Today Donna is an award-winning entrepreneur and an accomplished speaker/trainer on mental health and resilience. - [Ep 129 – Trust, Authenticity and Courage with Linda McGregor](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-129-trust-authenticity-and-courage-with-linda-mcgregor/) - Cheesy, Ziggy, Benny and Funky George are four of the most incredible teachers on leadership I’ve ever had the pleasure of learning from (true!). They taught me about the power of trust, authenticity and courage. I met them during a unique and experiential training session run by latest guest, Linda McGregor, founder and CEO of - [Ep 131 - Your Imposter Syndrome Is Serving No-One](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-131-your-imposter-syndrome-is-serving-no-one/) - SOLO EPISODE | Your Imposter Syndrome Is Serving No-one Self-doubt is exhausting, and it gets in the way of real progress. The curated content found every day on social media certainly doesn’t help. We’re bombarded with opportunities to compare and contrast our lives with the lives of others. We’re so busy observing what everyone else - [Ep 130 - Double Down don't Chase Shiny stuff](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-130-double-down-dont-chase-shiny-stuff/) - Solo Episode – Doubling Down vs Lost in the Shiny Stuff Unleashing brilliance requires you to double down on what you are good at and to take ownership of your next actions. Maintaining your focus exactly where you or your business needs it for growth is key for momentum. Easier said than done, right? What - [Ep 132 - 7 Business Success Habits](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-132-7-business-success-habits/) - 7 Business Success Habits - I recently interviewed Michelle Gregory, Founder of Promotional Products, during one of my Masterclasses for my Elevate Program. She shared with me and the viewers how she incorporated seven success habits into her business to grow it into a multi-million dollar enterprise. Enjoy - [Ep 133 - Level up your leadership with Maree Burgess](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-133-level-up-your-leadership-with-maree-burgess/) - Level up your leadership with Maree Burgess How will you become a memorable leader? In this episode, I’m in conversation with the incredible Maree Burgess. For the past thirty years, Maree has worked with numerous leaders, teams and organisations all over Australia, helping them communicate more effectively to get the results they are looking for. - [Ep 134 - It's Time To Say NO More](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-134-its-time-to-say-no-more/) - How many times have you said 'Yes' to something, when deep down you know you should say, "No'? Every 'Yes' we commit to invariably means we're saying 'No' to something else and oftentimes this 'something else' actually is the very thing we should be focusing on to help our businesses move forward. In this latest - [Ep 135 - Beautiful Not Broken With Bec Chappell](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-135-beautiful-not-broken-with-bec-chappell/) - t’s such a gift to witness the growth of others as they unleash their own brilliance and I feel honoured to have witnessed this journey of Bec Chappell over the last few years. In this podcast we chat about: -Rebuilding confidence after major life changing decisions -The impact mental health can have on your choices - [Ep 137 - From Trailer And Trauma To Triumph with Jade Green](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-137-from-trailer-and-trauma-to-triumph-with-jade-green/) - ‘Life is a choice. It is what YOU choose.” Jade Green’s journey takes her from trailer and trauma to triumph. The lessons she learned from her ‘colourful’ father and becoming the legal guardian to her two sisters at the young age of 13 ½ have given her the level of grit and go for it - [Ep 136 - 7 Business Success Habits with Janine](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-136-7-business-success-habits-with-janine/) - Imagine if you could sit down with a multiple 7-figure business owner and hear her secrets to success. Well, that's exactly what we did inside the ELEVATE Mastermind this week. Here are the 7 secrets shared. Would love to hear which resonates the most for you. Enjoy Janine - [Ep 138 - Own Your Spotlight II 3 Questions To Ask Yourself](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ep-138-own-your-spotlight-ii-3-questions-to-ask-yourself/) - Do you struggle with blending into the background? Or perhaps like me, growing up your were told that standing out was something to be afraid of. Don’t step on other’s toes, don’t make noise, and just quietly succeed through keeping your head down and working hard. The reality is, if you do this you will - [New Ways Of Working With Lynne Cazaly](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/new-ways-of-working-with-lynne-cazaly/) - She is an international keynote speaker and award-winning author with her ideas and thoughts published in 10 books. 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I know that for many business owners, things like economic uncertainty and the cost of living seem to be dealing a major blow. However, I believe there - [How to Get More Done in Less Time with Donna McGeorge](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/how-to-get-more-done-in-less-time-with-donna-mcgeorge/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: janine@janinegarner.com.auWe can probably all agree that work has become relentless. People are overwhelmed and overworked, resulting in a kind of anti-work movement - think ‘act your wage’ or ‘quiet quitting’. We try our hardest, achieve our - [Be the Spirit of Your Shed: Embodying Your Business Values](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/be-the-spirit-of-your-shed/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Are you embodying the spirit of your business as a leader? Do you operate in a way that aligns with your business values, encouraging your team to do the same? I’m sure we’d all hope - [Is Your Marketing Really Making an Impact?](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/are-you-making-impact-or-adding-to-the-noise/) - If you’re like every single ambitious business owner that I know, you desire to make a significant impact in this world. You want to drive change, do something different and ensure the work that you're doing matters. But how do you cut through the noise of the online space and make your business stand out? If you’re - [Why Undercharging is Killing Your Growth](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/quit-undercharging-its-killing-your-growth-dreams/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Have you been undercharging what you’re worth? I've had so many conversations recently with clients that despite their 5, 10 years in business or their 2, 3, 4 decades of incredible experience, they’re pricing - [Are You On Autopilot or On Purpose?](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/are-you-on-autopilot-or-purposefully-building-your-dream/) - It’s easy to fall into the trap of conformity without even noticing. I’ve been there myself. There were times in my corporate journey when I realised I was just doing what was expected of me and following the cookie-cutter approach to business. This may be an easy path, but it isn’t one that leads to - [The 3 letters that will put you in the 1% Success Club](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/the-3-letters-that-will-put-you-in-the-1-success-club/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au “Thank you” isn’t enough anymore. It’s become an expected part of human etiquette. There’s not much thought behind it and it doesn’t have any real acknowledgement of the impact the interaction has had on - [How to Confidently Market Your Brand with Bec Chappell](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/how-to-confidently-market-your-brand-with-bec-chappell/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Being the world's best kept secret serves absolutely no one. There are so many business owners out there who are amazing at what they do; they’ve built their expertise after years and years of - [Ditch the Desperation and Recognise Your Worth](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/ditch-the-desperation-and-recognise-your-worth/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au You are not desperate - you are a hot commodity. But are you struggling to see, and therefore price, yourself accordingly?I've been having so many conversations with clients over the last couple of weeks - [3 Things You Must Do To Convert Your Ideal Clients](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/3-things-you-must-do-to-convert-your-ideal-clients/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au These days, getting sales proposals over the line is tough. We find ourselves bending over backwards to impress our potential clients, only to see a significant lag in their decision-making. Worse, though - they’ve - [Harnessing Your Unique Genius - The Key to Your Success](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/harnessing-your-unique-genius-the-key-to-your-success/) - Do you struggle with being unnoticed or playing small in life? Do you feel like the world’s best-kept secret? Is the key to your success always just out of reach?If so, you're not alone. Many of us resonate with these feelings, but you can overcome them by harnessing your unique genius. Not sure where to - [4 Questions You Should Ask to Elevate Your Leadership](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/4-questions-you-should-ask-to-elevate-your-leadership/) - As a leader, how many times have you found yourself overwhelmed, spinning in circles and unsure of the right direction to take?In a world that pushes us to succeed, get ahead and do more, it can become impossible at times to see the forest for the trees. We become so engrossed with the details of - [Networking events are a waste of time](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/networking-events-are-a-waste-of-time/) - How many business cards have you collected at networking events that you’ve never done anything with?And if we take that a step further, how many networking events have you gone to that have felt completely transactional?You don’t learn anything new, the connections you make don’t go anywhere, and it all feels like a big old - [Overcoming Shiny Stuff Syndrome](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/overcoming-shiny-stuff-syndrome/) - If you find yourself constantly chasing after the next big thing, feeling overwhelmed, and struggling to finish anything, you might be suffering from Shiny Stuff Syndrome. This disease of distraction plagues many business owners. It's like being a kid in a candy store, but instead of sweets, you’re surrounded by shiny new business strategies.Think about - [Your Comfort Zone is Keeping You Stuck with Sue Rosen](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/your-comfort-zone-is-keeping-you-stuck-with-sue-rosen/) - Have you ever had a dream for your life, only to find yourself stuck in fear and unable to pursue it?Stepping into the unknown can be a scary thing, but nothing will propel you towards your goals faster than pushing past your comfort zone.Today’s guest, Sue Rosen, knows the fear of breaking free from the - [Unreasonable Excellence: Going Above and Beyond in Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/unreasonable-excellence-going-above-and-beyond-in-business/) - If you could be unreasonable about something in your business or in your career, what would it be and why?Now, when I say unreasonable, I’m not talking about an unwillingness to cooperate. I’m talking about unreasonable excellence, the area in your business for which you go above and beyond the call of duty. The special - [5 Ways To Deepen Working Relationships](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/5-ways-to-deepen-working-relationships/) - Have you ever stopped to think about what you truly know about the people you work with?Beyond the daily tasks and project requirements, how much do you actually understand about your colleagues and clients? It’s easy to get caught up in calendar commitments and project plans, but shifting your focus towards truly knowing the individuals - [The ONLY 2 Things You Can Control in Your Business](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/the-only-2-things-you-can-control-in-your-business/) - In the unpredictable tides of life and business, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by factors beyond our control. However, there are two elements that are always within our grasp: our effort and our attitude. I was recently inspired by the words of sporting mindset coach Mark Zimmerman, who says, “You can't control the weather, the opposition…or - [Is Your Business Meeting Your Essential Needs? with Angela Raspass](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/is-your-business-meeting-your-essential-needs-with-angela-raspass/) - As business owners, we strive to serve our clients in a way that adds the most value to their lives. For the majority of us, that’s the reason we started our businesses in the first place.However, in order to create the lives we want to lead and the successes we’re hoping to achieve, we must - [Are you stuck in the waiting room of success?](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/are-you-stuck-in-the-waiting-room-of-success/) - Today, I want to shine a light on a common trap many of us fall into—the proverbial waiting room of success. It's that place where our dreams and aspirations are put on hold, often indefinitely. But not today. Today, I’m inviting you to learn how to leave that waiting room behind for good.Transforming "I wish" moments into - [Embrace Your Extraordinary Self with Deidre Dattoli](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/embrace-your-extraordinary-self-with-deidre-dattoli/) - How could things be different in your life, career or business if you embraced your extraordinary?So many of us go through life only considering certain parts of ourselves as valuable, making it challenging to feel expansive enough to achieve all our dreams.But there is a way to change this.My guest today, Deidre Dattoli, is here - [Menopause & Business - Building Your Best Life and Business After 40 with Sheryl Carroll](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/menopause-business-building-your-best-life-and-business-after-40-with-sheryl-carrol/) - You need to hear this: perimenopause and menopause can be powerful catalysts for change.Sounds crazy, right? Especially in a world where we shy away from talking about these stages of our lives, or view them only in a negative light. However, what if this period could be one of transformation, instead of mere survival? Recently, my Inner - [Why small thinking limits your business potential](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/why-small-thinking-limits-your-business-potential/) - Picture this: my adult daughter Taya, eyes wide with excitement, asks if I’d like to participate in a Hyrox challenge with her. Naturally, I said yes! How hard could it be, right? Little did I know what I was agreeing to. My first thought was that Hyrox might be the name of some trendy new smoothie - [Business Retreats vs. Health Retreats: Choosing the Right One to Transform Your Growth](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/business-retreats-vs-health-retreats-choosing-the-right-one-to-transform-your-growth/) - What do you need right now? Relaxation or activation?This is the question I ask my clients, many of whom want to know my opinion on how to choose between business retreats and health retreats. They’re often unsure which holds the most value for them to attend, or even run themselves. Having run multiple retreats through my Inner - [Why Simplicity Scales and Complexity Fails: The Key to Business Success in a Busy World](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/why-simplicity-scales-and-complexity-fails-the-key-to-business-success-in-a-busy-world/) - Simplicity scales and complexity fails.What do I mean by this? Well, we've all been conditioned to believe that complexity is a sign of sophistication. It's like if your business model isn't complicated or your marketing strategy doesn't involve 12 different social media platforms, are you even really trying? I've worked with clients who have been told by - [Business grants for small business owners/founders with Liz Fleming](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/business-grants-for-small-business-owners-founders-with-liz-flemming/) - Do you ever wonder how some businesses seem to have that extra boost, almost like they have a secret weapon in their growth arsenal? They’re likely getting help from an often-ignored financial resource – business grants. This week I sat down with grant expert Liz Fleming to discuss what business grants are and how they can - [How I Network as an Introvert](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/how-i-network-as-an-introvert/) - It might surprise you that I call myself an introvert. Yes, I speak on stages, run events and put myself out there. But where do I truly get my energy? It’s from solitude, thinking and deep one on one connections.The big crowds? Nah, they're not really my thing. 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All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au If you've followed this journey with me, you'll know that each conversation is an opportunity to learn, grow and maybe even find that missing piece that will spark your next big realisation. Today, I'm - [How to Grow a Brilliant Business (Even When the World’s a Bit Nuts)](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/how-to-grow-a-brilliant-business-even-when-the-worlds-a-bit-nuts/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au We're living at a peculiar moment in time, aren't we? Clients seem hesitant, projects stall and social media's doing its own thing. 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All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au You know the feeling—you've just had an incredible coffee chat with a prospective client. They loved your energy, called you inspiring and you walked away thinking, "This could be something amazing." But then... nothing. - [The Smart Growth Sales Formula with Nicky Miklos](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/the-smart-growth-sales-formula-sustainable-success-and-healthy-hustle-with-nicky-miklos/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Everyone's obsessed with scaling these days. Ten times this, exponential that—meanwhile, you're just trying to keep your head above water. 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All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au Have you ever listened to someone on a stage, in a meeting, on a podcast, or even one of those feisty little Instagram reels and thought, "Damn, I wish I could speak like that"? - [Pricing With Power: How to Charge What You're Actually Worth](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/pricing-with-power-how-to-charge-what-youre-actually-worth/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au This week has been a masterclass in frustration—conversation after conversation with brilliant women who are nailing their craft and changing lives, yet still charging like they're apologising for existing. I think it’s time to - [Your Imposter Syndrome Is Your Superpower](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/your-imposter-syndrome-is-your-superpower/) - Submit your Question: Spotify - click the button below. All other platforms - send me a DM on Instagram or email: support@janinegarner.com.au What if that sneaky voice in your head whispering "you don't belong here" isn't your enemy, but your secret weapon? We've all been taught to see imposter syndrome as something to overcome, but today - [Stop the Content Treadmill: How to Repurpose For Visibility, Authority & Profit](https://janinegarner.com.au/captivate-podcast/stop-the-content-treadmill-how-to-repurpose-for-visibility-authority-profit/) - Pouring your heart into brilliant content only to watch it vanish after one post? Welcome to the creator's curse. We invest hours crafting something meaningful, hit publish, and then... crickets. 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