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Michelle Gerdtz is proof that sport can be a whole lot more than wins and losses. As General Manager of Read the Play, she’s turning local clubs into safe, supportive spaces — where talking about mental health is just part of the game plan. Michelle and her team are backing nearly 2,000 young people each year to look out for themselves and each other. And just in case that wasn’t enough, Michelle’s also the first female Chair of AFL Barwon (yep — she’s that cool). Michelle is leading the charge for pathways that take girls from Auskick all the way to AFLW. Her dream? A region where every club has a women’s footy team and every women’s footy team gets the same [...]

Bees don’t rely on a single leader—they thrive through group intelligence. What if workplaces operated the same way? On this episode of On My Couch, we sit down with Siobhan McHale, change leader, author, and Chief People Officer, to explore how organisations can move beyond outdated models of hierarchy and delegation. Drawing from her book The Hive Mind at Work, Siobhan explains why businesses should function as ecosystems—where every role plays a part in driving meaningful and lasting change. We unpack the common myths of change management, why leaders at all levels must take ownership, and how understanding group dynamics can transform workplaces of any size. Join us as we challenge traditional thinking and explore the future of work through the [...]

Your home and office isn’t just a space—it’s an energy field that shapes your life. On this episode of On My Couch, we sit down with Jane Langof, a Feng Shui Master, designer, and author of Feng Shui: A Homeowner's Guide to Abundance. With a background in finance, Jane’s journey took an unexpected turn when a psychic urged her to combine her burning passion of interior design with Feng Shui. We explore how this ancient practice, rooted in energy flow and design, goes beyond lucky ornaments to create spaces that uplift and support you. Join us as we dive into the power of design, energy, and the five elements of Chinese metaphysics—and discover how your environment can transform your work life. [...]

"Flexible work and performance don’t go head-to-head—they go hand in hand." On this episode of On My Couch, we sit down with Belinda Morgan, a flexible work and leadership specialist. With a career spanning roles as an accountant, leadership consultant, speaker, and author of Solving the Part-Time Puzzle, Belinda brings deep insight into how flexible work can transform both individuals and organisations. We explore what flexible work truly means — having choice in where, when, how much, and what you work on — and how we’re in the middle of a seismic shift in how we approach work. Belinda challenges outdated norms, discussing why the way we work must adapt and how organisations can embrace a "flex menu" to empower employees [...]

"How can I get AI to do the heavy lifting so I can focus on what I love?" On this episode of On My Couch, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Tiffany Gray—Strategic Leadership and Execution Advisor at BRAWT Company and Director at PRISM Career and Brain Mapping. From her start as 11 year-old breaking gender barriers in paper routes to leading conversations on global AI transformation, Tiff shares her journey of curiosity, risk-taking, and leadership. We explore the cultural shifts brought on by AI, the importance of business literacy in a rapidly evolving world, and how we can thrive in an AI-driven future.

"Writing is like a team sport," says Kath Walters, expert book coach and author of Overnight Authority. On this episode of On My Couch, we had the privilege of speaking with Kath about her unconventional journey from visual artist to writer. Discovering the overlap between creativity in business and business in art, Kath set herself a two-year plan to become a writer—and achieved it in just nine months, launching a career in journalism. Kath shares insights into harnessing creativity in writing and the collaborative nature of bringing a book to life, offering valuable advice for aspiring authors and creatives alike.

"How can I help other leaders in this world become the leaders I want my children to follow?" On this episode of On My Couch, we had the pleasure of chatting with SmartfulWorks Founder Jenn Giordano about the significant amount of time we spend with the people we work with and how we can do this in a healthy way that positively impacts us personally, while also resonating throughout the organisations we work for, the families we return home to, and the world we live in. We explored the leadership dynamics version of the question, ‘What came first, the chicken or the egg?’, and also had the opportunity to discuss breaking down misconceptions in organisational leadership. [...]

A really interesting conversation with Annalee Nolan who is the founder of Nolan Media & Events about building and managing a national business from a regional location. We cover a wide range of topics including skills, experiences, the importance of precision planning with event management and the benefits of a regional location. We talk about Powderfinger, crocodiles in the Northern Territory and a really powerful insight into the importance of being clear about your own brand and what you stand for.

We made history! (We for On My Couch!). Our first time have a guest coming back for a 2nd time. When we chatted with Victoria Miloschewsky back on Episode 05, we were super impressed and impacted by Victoria's own story and the stories of People Stories. We said then that we would love to have her back and with a theme of Thriving through Resilience - we wanted to hear more about Vic's inspiring story and more about the positive impact that People Stories is having on children and their education in Cambodia.

How do we leverage technology in regional communities to create profit and profit for purpose enterprises that enable people to stay and thrive? This episode we hear from Mary O’Malley who has left the bright lights of Sydney and Hong Kong to create her own lifestyle and support social enterprise. We also get the opportunity to learn about synthetic biology and its potential for using waste as a resource to provide manufacturing alternatives to fossil fuels.