Optimal Conversations
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be an exceptional leader?
Join us as we dive into the many layers of leadership with inspiring voices from all walks of life sharing personal stories behind their journey to the top.
I'm Mary Wong, founder of Optimal Life Solutions, and over the past 20 years, I've been helping people become better leaders and communicators. Join our podcast for some solo insights and incredible guest conversations.
Optimal Conversations - Real People, Real Conversations.
Podcasting since 2023 • 43 episodes
Optimal Conversations
Latest Episodes
Ep 42 - Mary Wong - Celebrating Leadership, Wisdom, and Gratitude
Our final episode for the first quarter of the century! And in it we celebrate our guests, share wisdom highlights and pay tribute to the power of this community.Thank you, our listeners, for being part of this grand journey to the end o...
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Ep 41 - Rebekah Woodbine - Leading with Tenderness for Nurses
Trigger warning: this recording discusses topics that may be sensitive to some listeners. If you need support, please reach out. Lifeline 13 11 14.What do you do when you recognise a culture that is hurting those whose primary role is to...
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Ep 40 - Mary Wong - Self-Care - the Leader's Energy Source
When burnout is affecting 49% of leaders globally, something is going terribly wrong, and it is worse in Australia...Find out how to be energised and enthused, maintain calm in a chaotic world, and prevent yourself from becoming a statis...
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Ep 39 - Birgitta Ravenhill - Transitioning to Leadership
After navigating the transition from corporate life in Europe to family life in Australia, then successfully raising her children to young adulthood, Birgitta found herself at a crossroads. Realising she needed to reinvent herself, she emerged ...
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Ep 38 - Mary Wong - Self-Awareness - The Strong Leader's Secret Ingredient
In this episode, I explore the role of self-awareness in leadership - the ability to recognise your emotions, patterns, and impact on others. We’ll look at why leaders who understand themselves lead with greater clarity, empathy, and resilience...
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