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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

Episode 14
Embracing the Hype with Michael F. Schein

Michael F. Schein is a writer, speaker, business owner, and hype artist. He is the author of The Hype Handbook: 12 Indispensable Success Secrets From the World’s Greatest Propagandists, Self-Promoters, Cult Leaders, Mischief Makers, and Boundary Breakers.

His articles have appeared in Fortune, Forbes, Inc., Huffington Post, and Psychology Today.. He speaks to international audiences spanning from the northeastern United States to the southeastern coast of China.

Episode 6
Connecting the World with Terry Hamill

Originally from Scotland, he now lives in the beautiful coastline of Lisbon serving thousands of businesses as National Director for BNI Portugal He is also the Co National Director for Corporate Connections in Portugal and the United Kingdom.

One of his passions is helping young people through speaking engagements and seminars, teaching them how to network and build their career strategy.

Finally, Terry is also the co founder BE-BRAVE with Tim Vieira one of Portugal's investment clubs. He enjoys seeing companies be mentored and be who they want to be - BEING Brave.

Episode 4
What Do We Really Own with Michele Berdinis

There are many people who talk the talk - not many who can also walk the walk.

Michele Berdinis is one of the latter. A master at tactical negotiation, Michele's approach is to avoid litigation, avoid adversarial approaches and find agreement wherever possible. Something that's not always prevalent in a world that wants to be right - especially in legal matters.

Michele also understands the nuances of protecting those precious ideas, designs and processes that we all believe make us and our businesses different. We'll explore what we can really protect and when debunk some of the common myths that surround IP.

Episode 3
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.

Becoming a Trusted Advisor with David McCredie OBE

Understand how to build relationships with diverse cultures. Why the difference is a strength. Diplomacy, and drive.David McCredie OBE is a trusted advisor and expert on the Australian-British relationship, across the economic and political landscapes. He was a key external advisor in the development of the Australia-UK FTA which was signed in December 2021. David’s unique access and depth of relationships across a varied range of businesses provide him with unique perspectives across a wide breadth of sectors. His ability to gain, cut through, and share insights into the opportunities for businesses to perform better, to grow, and to reach the right markets, has made him a key asset to the many companies and governments that he has worked with. David’s advice is regularly sought by leading industry and political figures and for the media, including ABC, AuzBiz, Sky News, as well as for radio, in print, and online.

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https://twitter.com/BritishChamber

Developing the Future with Sandra Kearney

Sandra Kearney has spent the last 8 years in Learning and Development. She launched her own firm, Human Power Solutions in December of 2019. It has been an immediate success due to her network and focuses on client experience. Sandy’s ability to network, serve others and connect people is a large part of her success. Covid-19 has brought some new challenges but also exciting opportunities in the networking world.

Sandra is focused on the current trends of developing new leaders and re-engaging company culture. Sandy earned her Master’s in Organizational Leadership from Nichols College in 2018 and has a BS in Chemistry from Assumption University. She lives in Westborough, MA, is the mother of three kids, 2 grandchildren, and has five siblings.

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https://hpowersolutions.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandrakearney/

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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