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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
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Too many strategies die in beautiful slide decks. Sian Heaphy is here to stop the rot.
With 14+ years transforming marketing, sales, and customer success teams across the globe, Sian knows what it takes to turn strategy into action and why most businesses don’t. In this episode, we dive into the messy middle between ambition and execution, where clarity slips, alignment fades, and momentum stalls.
We unpack:
💡 Why “saying no” might be the most strategic thing you do all week
💡 The real difference between alignment and commitment (most teams fake the first and miss the second)
💡 How to spot and stop strategy drift before it derails everything
💡 What it takes to build systems that make strategy stick long after the buzz has worn off
Whether you're scaling a business, stuck in silos, or just tired of strategy theatre, this one’s packed with sharp insight and real-world takeaways.
🎯 Plus: Sian’s throw-down challenge could change how you show up in your next meeting.
Connect with Sian Heaphy:
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/sianheaphy-business-transformation/
🌐 Bright Innovation: https://www.brightinnovation.co.uk/
Additional resources:
Miro: https://miro.com/
#LeadershipUnfiltered #StrategyThatWorks #GoToMarket #SianHeaphy #TheMindBehind
Too many strategies die in beautiful slide decks. Sian Heaphy is here to stop the rot.
With 14+ years transforming marketing, sales, and customer success teams across the globe, Sian knows what it takes to turn strategy into action and why most businesses don’t. In this episode, we dive into the messy middle between ambition and execution, where clarity slips, alignment fades, and momentum stalls.
We unpack:
💡 Why “saying no” might be the most strategic thing you do all week
💡 The real difference between alignment and commitment (most teams fake the first and miss the second)
💡 How to spot and stop strategy drift before it derails everything
💡 What it takes to build systems that make strategy stick long after the buzz has worn off
Whether you're scaling a business, stuck in silos, or just tired of strategy theatre, this one’s packed with sharp insight and real-world takeaways.
🎯 Plus: Sian’s throw-down challenge could change how you show up in your next meeting.
Connect with Sian Heaphy:
🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/sianheaphy-business-transformation/
🌐 Bright Innovation: https://www.brightinnovation.co.uk/
Additional resources:
Miro: https://miro.com/
#LeadershipUnfiltered #StrategyThatWorks #GoToMarket #SianHeaphy #TheMindBehind
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
It’s an honest, energising conversation about self-education, selling with purpose, and backing yourself — even when the path isn’t clear.
🔔 Subscribe for more conversations that dig beneath the surface.
👍 Like, share, and let us know what resonated with you.
#TheMindBehindPodcast #Leadership #SalesJourney #SelfEducation #DaleCarnegie #PersonalDevelopment #CommunicationSkills #GrowthMindset #TomBilyeu #CareerJourney #Influence
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
It’s an honest, energising conversation about self-education, selling with purpose, and backing yourself — even when the path isn’t clear.
🔔 Subscribe for more conversations that dig beneath the surface.
👍 Like, share, and let us know what resonated with you.
#TheMindBehindPodcast #Leadership #SalesJourney #SelfEducation #DaleCarnegie #PersonalDevelopment #CommunicationSkills #GrowthMindset #TomBilyeu #CareerJourney #Influence
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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