
Leadership is the Difference Maker
On this podcast, former CEO of three AFL clubs and founder of designCEO, Cameron Schwab, unlocks leadership and the lessons earned and learned by the very leaders who dare to fail greatly.
This audio encyclopaedia of leadership knowledge borrows and shares the wisdom that can only be learnt In the Arena, allowing the listener to apply uniquely to their own r... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 33 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Neil Craig is the first guest we've brought back into the arena — and for good reason. He's 70, coaching leaders at the Australian Institute of Sport, and still the most curious person in any room he walks into.
Former AFL senior coach at Adelaide, ... more
I can’t remember exactly when I first heard the statement: “If it’s too obvious, it can’t be trusted.”
This thought comes to mind when I am speaking with Gabrielle Dolan, a leader I have come to know over the past decade and feel so fortunate to hav... more
There comes a time when every leader must pause and take stock.
For Dr Taylor, it’s the passage between age 40 and 55, a stretch of life that exposes both the weight and the cost of relentless striving. It’s a season that asks harder questions, such... more
Jenny George runs Melbourne Business School - #1 in Australia. "A CEO is a symbol of what matters," she says. "Every choice you make — what you wear, where you sit, how you spend your time — tells the organisation who it's becoming."
A mathematician... more
I look forward to each episode from Cam & who next he brings into the arena. The leadership challenges & insights are awesome. I love drawing on the examples that are produced by his guests & how I have personally experienced similar challenges or potentially may experience similar challenges in the future. Love it Cam & my notebook is always ready 🙌🙌🙌
Thanks for creating this content Cam. It’s fantastic. Lots of great nuggets in here from exceptional people.
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A leadership-focused show that features high-profile leaders from sports, business, and academia sharing practical lessons on resilience, storytelling, and authentic leadership. Episodes center on how personal narratives, wellbeing, and empathetic decision-making drive performance, culture, and growth across organizations. Notable throughlines include transforming performance into purpose, fostering psychological safety, and navigating crises with integrity and people-first leadership. The format often blends personal origin stories with actionable guidance for listeners aiming to lead better in work and life.
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Recent guests on In The Arena include:
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2. Jenny George
3. Maggie Roberts
4. Paul Marsh
5. Ameet Bains
6. Marne Fechner
7. Cody Royle
8. Nick Stone
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