Leaving the Herd

Jess Price - Reimagining work and wellbeing

In this episode, we sit down with Jess Price, an innovation strategist who truly lives in the future. A few years ago, a work-related mental health injury made Jess completely rethink her approach to life and work. Through her journey of healing, she founded her own company, Paradigm Makers, and embarked on a mission to challenge and transform our perceptions of work. During this chat, Jess shares her simple yet powerful strategies to enhance both our work and wellbeing. Don't miss this insightful conversation that promises to inspire positive change in your professional and personal life. A few useful links from Jess: Jess recaps the history of technological evolutions at work: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-can-history-ballpoint-pen-teach-us-future-work-jess-price/?trackingId=1kLHG7d%2FR8qpFAIY10mpFg%3D%3D [https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-can-history-ballpoint-pen-teach-us-future-work-jess-price/?trackingId=1kLHG7d%2FR8qpFAIY10mpFg%3D%3D] Jess recaps the history of the weekend: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/time-cancel-weekend-7-reasons-its-rethink-concept-week-jess-price/?trackingId=CXF0O9%2FrTdaW3bxSFtva5w%3D%3D [https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/time-cancel-weekend-7-reasons-its-rethink-concept-week-jess-price/?trackingId=CXF0O9%2FrTdaW3bxSFtva5w%3D%3D] Self Paradox: https://www.jessprice.co/blog/category/Self+Paradox [https://www.jessprice.co/blog/category/Self+Paradox] Jess' website: paradigmmakers.com [http://paradigmmakers.com/] Jess' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pricejk/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/pricejk/] Jess' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessprice.co [https://www.instagram.com/jessprice.co] Follow Leaving the Herd on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/leavingtheherdpodcast/

Nick Mair - 3 words empowering men to talk about mental health

What a guy Nick Mair is! After experiencing his own struggles with anxiety and depression, including a call to Lifeline at his lowest point, Nick Mair decided to leave the corporate world behind and transition into a career focused on mental health advocacy. Now a dedicated advocate for mental health, Nick's built a new career coaching, training in Mental Health First Aid, and facilitating sessions around psychosocial hazards in workplaces. Nick is also the founder of ‘The Mental Health Pack’ and hosts ‘The Man O'Clock Show’ podcast where he uses humour and empathy to connect with men about some really important issues. It was amazing to sit down with Nick to chat about his journey, his own recovery, and how he's using what he's learned along the way to support men opening up about their mental health. We hope this conversation gives you insights into ways you might be able to help people in your life with their mental health, but of course, if you're struggling yourself, please reach out to Lifeline on 13 11 14 (in Australia) if you need help or support. To connect with Nick, visit his LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/nick-mair-mental-health [https://au.linkedin.com/in/nick-mair-mental-health] To keep up-to-date on our Leaving the Herd podcast, follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leavingtheherdpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/leavingtheherdpodcast/]

Rudi Landmann - Becoming your truest self takes courage

In this episode, we chat with a true trailblazer, Rudi Landmann. Rudi's journey is a testament to the power of following one's passions and committing to a journey of self-discovery and affirmation.  There are so many parts to Rudi’s incredible story that we get to talk through in this episode. From their decision to move outside of their corporate job comfort zone to explore entrepreneurial freedom and start a pilates business, to liberating themself and coming out to identify as a proud gender diverse person, Rudi's story is one of courage, creativity, and commitment to authenticity.  During our chat with Rudi we explore some of the pivotal moments, profound insights, and big leaps of faith that led them from once following the predictable rhythms of life, to jumping head first into highs and lows of being truly authentic.  Prepare to be inspired, uplifted, and perhaps even emboldened to take your own leap into the unknown. We hope you love'll and share this episode with others who might connect with it too. To connect with Rudi, visit their Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rudilandmann/ To stay up-to-date with us, follow our Leaving the Herd Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/leavingtheherdpodcast/

Michelle J Raymond - Backing yourself and making an impact

After a disappointing encounter with an old boss, Michelle J Raymond decided in early 2020 to quit her corporate sales job on the spot! She stepped bravely into the unknown determined to do whatever came next on her own terms. Navigating the global pandemic which followed shortly after wasn't easy, but Michelle fell on her feet, pursued her passion for LinkedIn and founded her business, B2B Growth Co, which sees her help her clients achieve real results through LinkedIn. It was a great move for Michelle who now travels the world as a globally recognised LinkedIn Company Pages expert, also co-authoring the two international best-sellers “Business Gold – Build Awareness, Authority and Advantage with LinkedIn Company Pages” and “The LinkedIn Branding Book – The Power of Two: Build your Personal and Business brand on LinkedIn for exponential growth”. We had an amazing chat with Michelle who talked us through her journey, the challenges along the way and how she made the decision to truly back herself in all aspects of her life. To learn more about Michelle and her work, visit her website: https://michellejraymond.com/ [https://michellejraymond.com/] To follow Leaving The Herd on Instagram, click here: https://www.instagram.com/leavingtheherdpodcast/

Ian Gillespie - Being CEO and navigating peaks and valleys with success

Ian Gillespie AM has worked for 30 years across industries in Australia and internationally at CEO and senior executive level. He's worked in corporate law, HR, business management and private equity investment. Until he stepped down in 2019, Ian spent 13 years as CEO of the Royal Automotive Club of Queensland. His passion and contribution to the mutual and cooperative sector continues today as he serves on the board of the the Royal Automotive Club of Tasmania. To follow us on Instagram, click here: https://www.instagram.com/leavingtheherdpodcast/