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The Mind Behind

On The Mind Behind, we explore what real, everyday leadership looks like with leaders who are unique, influential, engaging, and have that extra something. We get below the surface and ask the questions you want answered. We get to the heart of what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what makes the difference. We look at what’s happening now and gain insights into what’s next. One thing for sure, we encourage opinions.

Listen in for open conversations, honest insights, new ideas, and a bit of fun.

Featured Episodes

Leading Through Human Connection with Ginger Johnson

Ginger Johnson is an expert at utilizing the power of connection. As a species, we crave connection. As creatures we require connection to build the lives and careers and various undertakings we endeavor.

We'll be exploring how Ginger sees this because as a speaker and trainer - Ginger has a unique opportunity to engage and observe. As an author, Ginger can provoke thought with titles such as Beer Server Training Manual, How To Market Beer To Women, Don't Sell Me A Pink Hammer and Connectivity Canon.

Getting Started in L&D with Lauren Scholtz | THE MIND BEHIND

Lauren Scholtz is all about starting up the Learning and Development function in organisations that have never had one before. She's done it previously in a startup-turned-ASX-listed tech company, and is at it again at Humanforce. 

As the "Robin Hood of skills", Lauren supports the first-timers, the one-person-teams and the unofficial L&D-ers that make up the majority of Learning and Development departments.  Through her podcast, "Starting up L&D", Lauren shares her wins (and mistakes!) to give others a head start.

Join Graham Dobbin on The Mind Behind as we explore Lauren’s journey and insights.

https://www.dalecarnegietraining.com.au/the-mind-behind

Making Good Choices with Tony Hamilton

In this episode of The Mind Behind, Graham Dobbin welcomes Tony Hamilton, Chief Executive of the Celtic FC Foundation. From humble beginnings as “the half-time guy” to leading the club’s charitable arm of one of the most recognisable football clubs in the world, Tony shares his remarkable journey and his unwavering commitment to making a difference.

Tony reflects on how his deep connection to Celtic FC and the local community has influenced his leadership, the rewards of giving back, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

Meet the host

Graham Dobbin

Never one to hold back, Graham brings a direct, curious voice to every conversation. As a podcast host, facilitator and speaker, he asks the tough questions that get people thinking and knows how to engage audiences of all kinds.

Naturally inquisitive from a young age, that same curiosity now drives him to explore what makes people, teams and organisations really tick.

Today, Graham works with organisations like Specsavers, Amazon, LinkedIn and Macquarie across Australia, the US and the UK, exploring the shifts shaping work — from new skill demands and AI to leadership, culture and the everyday challenges of hybrid teams and talent.

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