Ep 35 Leading with Vulnerability and Creating Connected Cultures, with Karen Oldaker
Release Date: 04/18/2024
#38 Diversity in Tech: Empowering Young, Female and Neurodivergent Talent, with Em Gulliver
Classroom 5.0
Em Gulliver, founder of smart tag solution 'Meggi', takes us behind the scenes of what it's really like to navigate the triple minority threat of being young, female and neurodivergent in today's tech industry. From her early days at IBM to thriving as a sought after software developer and founder, Em has learned first hand how to play to her unique strengths for success. In this conversation, we explore: The initiatives and programs working to increase diversity and representation of more women in tech Why flexibility and support for working mothers is crucial in...
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#37 From Silence to Support. A Systems-Based Approach for Navigating School Attendance Difficulties
Classroom 5.0
Last year, over 1.5 million Australian children experienced difficulties attending school. That number reflects 39% of families with school aged children. Their lack of attendance is not because they're 'naughty'. Not because they're 'defiant'. And not because of poor parenting. But because they can't. If we're to design a future of learning that's inclusive of all, this nation wide challenge requires nation wide participation, and must involve diverse voices representative of all industries, perspectives and backgrounds. In this special episode of Classroom 5.0, we're sharing the...
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#36 Neurodiversity in Leadership: Building a Neuro-inclusive World and Workforce, with Will Wheeler.
Classroom 5.0
In this unique, unfiltered episode of Classroom 5.0, podcast host Mariane Power and Will Wheeler, Neurodiversity Consultant at Untapped and co-founder of the Neurodiversity Academy, dive into the challenges and advantages of living and leading with ADHD. This episode deviates from our usual podcast format with no edits or post-production—just real, raw dialogue between two neurodivergent minds, offering you a sneak peek into the unpolished conversations and glorious thought-bubble deviations that reflect the true dynamics of neurodivergent thinking. Through sharing lived experience...
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Ep 35 Leading with Vulnerability and Creating Connected Cultures, with Karen Oldaker
Classroom 5.0
Where corporate boardrooms were once considered the place for Executives to buckle down and armour up, my guest today, Karen Oldaker, shares what's driving the shifting desire and demand for authentic, vulnerable leadership. Karen is a Senior Executive, specialising in driving Societal Change and Social Impact both from an employee health and community lens. With over 2 decades of experience in large Corporates her focus is on creating mentally healthy workplaces, starting with psychological safety and Inclusion as the foundation. Karen is leading Medibank’s 10-year social impact...
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#34 Who’s Who in Adult ADHD: Navigating Assessment, Diagnosis and Support in Australia, with Mariane Power
Classroom 5.0
'I think I might be ADHD. What do you suggest I do first?’ This is by far the most common question I'm asked. And with increased awareness and story sharing by those, like me, receiving a late diagnosis, I'm not surprised. In fact - I'm thrilled! This is a topic close to my heart. In sharing both my clinical insights and lived experience, I hope this solo episode helps to bust some myths and misconceptions circulating about ADHD, and offer you science-backed insights to inform your conversations and self-discovery journeys. Key Timestamps: 01:23 Recap of previous episode, and...
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#33 Integrated Identity: Healing, Belonging and Inclusive Impact, with Mariane Power
Classroom 5.0
With a balanced look at both mitigating psychological hazards and cultivating peak performance, this episode revisits highlights from guests in this series, and takes a look at research that builds both the wellbeing and business case for investing in identity development and boosting belonging in our communities and workplace cultures. Key Takeaways 08:17 Safeguarding our psyche at work - the essentials of psychosocial safety and how it shields us from risks that threaten our mental well-being. 15:34 How our group affiliations shape our sense of self and our interactions...
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#32 The Neurodiversity Advantage : A Business Case for Inclusive Change, with Natalie Phillips-Mason
Classroom 5.0
Today's shopping malls work hard to grab our attention. But in their attempts to 'delight' our senses with all their bells and whistles, new findings uncovered in research conducted by today's guest, Natalie Phillips-Mason, reveals today's retail giants might be missing the mark. It's by no mistake this conversation is timed to reach your ears for Neurodiversity Celebration Week. And if you think inclusive language, customer experience and workplace design is only for the 20% of people who represent our neurodivergent community, think again! As Natalie's research reveals, what...
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Sustainable Leadership: Harnessing Hope, Tech and Diversity for Impact, with Charlotte Connell
Classroom 5.0
Imagine if the key to a sustainable future was already within our grasp, guided by the wisdom of traditional knowledge and the innovative potential of technology. Meet Charlotte Connell: surfer, mom, and green warrior. She's optimistic we can turn our eco-dreams into reality and shares inspiring insights on how to make it happen. Charlotte's journey includes kickstarting The Sustainability Collective and leading roles at Greenhouse and Climate Zeitgeist. Her goal? Bringing eco-friendly practices to every indidual and business for a healthier planet. In our chat, Charlotte dives...
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Change Supercharged. Motivate with Creativity and Authenticity, with Sharon Connolly
Classroom 5.0
In today's rapidly evolving world, our agility and capacity to change contributes to a multitide of success outcomes, including our ability to deliver impact. Enter Sharon Connolly, a change management expert loved by leaders around the globe for her innovative approach to communications and change training that looks as beautiful as it is effective. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, teacher, head of communications and marketing or a change consultant yourself, keep a pen and paper handy. You’ll want to note down all the practical communication, creativity, tech and mindset strategies that...
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#29 Unlocking Confidence: Conquering Imposter Syndrome with Alison Shamir
Classroom 5.0
Ever found yourself questioning your achievements, or feeling like a fraud amidst your successes? You're not alone. Imposter Syndrome whispers doubts and fuels fears driven by ‘never enough’ thinking in up to 70% of adults, world-wide! Today’s guest, Alison Shamir, is an imposter syndrome expert, international speaker, certified coach and media contributor. Through her work, she empowers global organizations, teams, and individuals with the knowledge, tools, and methods grounded in science that they need to overcome imposter syndrome, so they can present and perform as their most...
info_outlineWhere corporate boardrooms were once considered the place for Executives to buckle down and armour up, my guest today, Karen Oldaker, shares what's driving the shifting desire and demand for authentic, vulnerable leadership.
Karen is a Senior Executive, specialising in driving Societal Change and Social Impact both from an employee health and community lens. With over 2 decades of experience in large Corporates her focus is on creating mentally healthy workplaces, starting with psychological safety and Inclusion as the foundation. Karen is leading Medibank’s 10-year social impact initiative to tackle Loneliness; one of the most misunderstood health issues of our time.
Today, she shares an intimate glimpse into her childhood, reflecting on how her personal relationships have fuelled her commitment to creating change for good.