Leadership from the Inside Out Part 1: Leading Self – The Leadership Work Nobody Sees But Everyone Feels

Leadership from the Inside Out Part 1: Leading Self – The Leadership Work Nobody Sees But Everyone Feels

Kicking off the Leadership from the Inside Out series, host Nathy Gaffney joins Tracey Ward and Phuel co-owner Jo Pollard for a conversation about what self-aware leadership actually looks like in practice. From emotional intelligence and personal ownership to showing up with resilience when the ground is shifting beneath you, this episode challenges leaders to close the gap between good intentions and real-world impact.

Nervous System Regulation: Why nervous system regulation matters for sustainable leadership

Most leaders are managing stress. Far fewer are regulating their nervous system. There’s a big difference and it changes everything. In this episode of Phuel Conversations, Senior Facilitator Nathy Gaffney joins guest host Rob Rossano to explore how nervous system regulation shapes sustainable leadership performance. From the contagious nature of our internal states to the everyday signs of dysregulation we dismiss as ‘just coping,’ this conversation makes complex ideas feel practical and relevant.

Experiential Learning and Why Engagement Fuels Lasting Impact

In this episode of Phuel Conversations, Nathy Gaffney is joined by Andrew Thomas (CEO, Eagle’s Flight Asia Pacific) and Dean Gale (Co-Owner, Phuel) to explore the power of experiential learning. Together, they unpack why learning sticks best when it’s immersive, engaging and hands-on, and challenge the idea that training needs to be traditional to be effective. From real-world stories to practical insights, they reveal how high-energy experiences drive meaningful behaviour change, strengthen teams and create lasting impact. If you’ve ever wondered how to move beyond 'tick-the-box' training and create learning that truly lands, this conversation is for you.

Building Cultures That Thrive: Insights from over 20 Years at Phuel

In this candid episode of Phuel Conversations, Nathy Gaffney is joined by Phuel co-owners Jo Pollard and Dean Gale to unpack two decades of lessons in leadership, culture and learning. Together, they share practical insights for HR and TA leaders on building engaging workplace experiences, creating cultures where people thrive and future-proofing talent in a rapidly changing world. It’s an honest, behind-the-scenes look at what makes learning truly stick.

Mind & Machine: AI Part 4 - Ethics, Trust & the Human Element

In the final episode of the Phuel Conversations Mind and Machine mini-series, Nathy Gaffney and Jake James tackle the critical intersection of AI and leadership. They explore how leaders can navigate ethical challenges, build trust through transparency and keep empathy and fairness at the core of AI-driven decision-making. Tune in for insights on human-centred AI, balancing data with human judgment and the evolving role of leadership in an AI-powered workplace.