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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.

Redefining Confidence: What They Don’t Teach You in School

He had no plan — and no idea where to start.

Six years later, Connor Widmaier has sold over $3 million in online programs, helped scale a business to $10M+, and now works alongside Quest Nutrition founder Tom Bilyeu. But it all started with one unexpected decision: taking a Dale Carnegie course in New York.

In this episode, Connor joins Graham to talk about:

💡 The moment he realised confidence is a learnable skill

💡 Why communication — not strategy — was the real game-changer

💡 The messy path to finding your niche (and why that’s okay)

💡 What it’s like working at the intersection of personal development, sales, and influence

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It’s an honest, energising conversation about self-education, selling with purpose, and backing yourself — even when the path isn’t clear.

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The Heart Behind the Hard Hat with Bill Maloukis

From the suburbs of Redfern to shaping Australia’s built environment, Bill Maloukis shares a story that’s as personal as it is professional. In this heartfelt conversation, Bill reflects on his family’s migration from Greece, the values forged through tough love, and the leap into sales that changed his life.

From his early days at CSR to leading teams and driving bold projects, Bill’s story is a reminder that real leadership is built on strong foundations.

🎧 Tune in to hear Bill’s insights on:

💡 The career-defining leap into sales — and the mentor who saw his potential

💡 Legacy, purpose, and pride — why great leaders build more than just business

💡 Risk and resilience — staying grounded while pushing boundaries

It’s a powerful conversation about identity, impact, and the mindset that drives long-term success.

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#TheMindBehindPodcast #Leadership #Legacy #ConstructionIndustry #SalesJourney #MigrationStories #Resilience #AustralianLeaders

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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