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The Caring CEO. For leaders who want to grow teams who are more caring, fun filled and productive. For leaders who care.

Graeme Cowan
Mental Health
Leadership
Workplace Culture
Psychological Safety
Covid-19
Sax Institute
We Mindset
Employee Engagement
Workplace Care Culture
Health Policy
Hybrid Work Model
Employee Fulfillment
Corporate Culture
Emotional Intelligence
Education
Pearl Jam
Kindness
Self-Care
Remote Work
Team Dynamics

We want to provide inspiration and practical tips for leaders who believe that future success requires equal emphasis on growth and employee mental health. We want to explore how we ensure that the right culture is fostered. Ultimately we would like to grow a community of caring leaders that can show that this approach is a win win in business. Good for people and good for growth and profits.

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PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes97Founded5 years ago
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Artwork for The Caring CEO. For leaders who want to grow teams who are more caring, fun filled and productive. For leaders who care.

Latest Episodes

Dr Kathryn (Kat) Page, Partner at ByMany and author of Good Work, shares what it truly means to create workplaces where people can thrive. She discusses caring leadership, psychological safety, workplace wellbeing, and how leaders can design work tha... more

Deri Llewellyn-Davies, Boardroom strategist & creator of Ultra States, explores how leaders can perform at their best by understanding the power of intentional state management rather than relying on constant intensity. Drawing on decades of boardroo... more

Emma Walsh, CEO of Parents At Work, shares how family-friendly workplaces, inclusive leadership, and flexible work practices can drive stronger business outcomes while supporting employee wellbeing. Tune in for practical insights on building workplac... more

Garry Ridge, former Chairman and CEO of WD-40 Company, shares how caring leadership, trust, and psychological safety create high-performing teams and lasting business success. Packed with practical leadership insights, this conversation offers valuab... more

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Recent Guests

Deri Llewellyn-Davies
The Caring CEO, author of Ultra States
Ultra States / author
Episode: #95 No Regrets Leadership , Deri Llewellyn-Davies, Boardroom Strategies & creator of Ultra States
Emma Walsh
Founder & CEO of Parents At Work
Parents At Work
Episode: #94 Family Friendly Workplaces, Emma Walsh, Founder & CEO, Parents at Work
Garry Ridge
Former CEO, WD-40 Company
WD-40 Company
Episode: #93 Building a 10x WD40 culture, Garry Ridge, Former CEO, WD-40 Company
James Laughlin
Author of Habits of High Performers; keynote speaker; former world champion drummer
Author and coach
Episode: #92 High Performance Habits, James Laughlin, Author & Keynote Speaker
Jacob Chase
CEO of The INFIN
The INFIN
Episode: #91 Measure What Matters, Jacob Chase, CEO The INFIN
Nick Orchard
Founder of The Big Refresh; coach focusing on middle leaders and senior teams
The Big Refresh
Episode: #90 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Daily, Nick Orchard, Performance Coach
Katrina Troughton
Managing Director of Adobe Australia
Adobe
Episode: #89 Start with 'Yes", Katrina Troughton, Managing Director, Adobe ANZ
Alex Liu
Former chairman and global managing partner of Kearney
Kearney
Episode: #88 Joy at work, Alex Liu, ex Chairman & Global Managing Partner, Kearney
Tara James
Founder of Small and Mighty
Small and Mighty Group
Episode: #87 Clarity counts most, Tara James, Founder, Small and Mighty

Host

Graham Cowan
Host focused on care-led leadership and organizational wellbeing; affiliates with The Caring CEO and related initiatives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • CEO St John’s Ambulance Australia

    Loved the Brendan Maher episode so much. What a truly authentic leader, wise, genuine warmth shone through in this episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anniemiller01
    Australiaa year ago
  • A must listen

    Graeme has an amzing knack of drawing out from leaders the key behaviours and insights that create a culture based on care.

    Tune in folks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    poodles and grooodles
    Australia3 years ago
  • So vital

    Thanks Graeme and team for this essential podcast series. Each guest shares such wisdom and insight and the conversations vital for our community and workforce now and for the future. A must listen to every leader, “wherever they stand”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    anniemiller01
    Australia3 years ago
  • Brilliant leadership content

    I’m an avid listener to leadership podcasts, and this material is some of the best I’ve heard! Very useful and practical.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AbeUdy
    Australia5 years ago
  • High Care and High Performance belong together

    This series has been a frequent addition to my daily COVID exercise walks!

    Honest, practical and encouraging content for CEO’s and other senior leaders. A great range of industries, personalities and leadership styles united around a common commitment to modelling and actively building a culture of care.

    Graeme’s conversational interviewing draws out some really profound insights. I particularly enjoy responses to the question about advice you would give to your younger self.

    Looking forwar... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rob T E
    Australia5 years ago

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Content consistently spotlights care as a driver of performance and wellbeing.
Episodes are honest, actionable, and broad in industry coverage.
The host draws out authentic leadership insights with warmth and practical takeaways.
Guests are diverse and the host's interviewing style is engaging and insightful.
Listeners praise the practical, human-centered approach to leadership and culture.

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#95 No Regrets Leadership , Deri Llewellyn-Davies, Boardroom Strategies & creator of Ultra States
Q: How do you approach recovery and self-care for leaders?
Recovery is a proactive, science-backed practice that includes deliberate rest, breathwork, meditation, and activities that recharge neurochemistry, not merely passive downtime.
#95 No Regrets Leadership , Deri Llewellyn-Davies, Boardroom Strategies & creator of Ultra States
Q: What does care in the workplace mean to you?
Care is about genuinely giving a shit about both the company and its people, unpacking what that means, and creating a culture where safety and development drive performance.
#94 Family Friendly Workplaces, Emma Walsh, Founder & CEO, Parents at Work
Q: What evidence is there for a CFO to justify a family-friendly workplace?
The discussion emphasizes that organizations that care for their people tend to have higher engagement, loyalty, productivity, and long-term profitability, and that inclusive leave and flexible work arrangements support retention and performance; the business case is grounded in reduced turnover and stronger culture, not just kindness.
#94 Family Friendly Workplaces, Emma Walsh, Founder & CEO, Parents at Work
Q: Emma, what does care in the workplace mean to you?
Care means creating an environment where people can thrive both professionally and personally, acknowledging that employees have full lives outside work and designing policies, leadership behaviors, and culture to support that balance.
#92 High Performance Habits, James Laughlin, Author & Keynote Speaker
Q: What would you tell your 20-year-old self?
Be patient and kind, believe in yourself, and write down your belief statements to rewire your mindset.

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This show centers on leadership that blends high performance with genuine care for people, exploring how cultures of belonging, psychological safety, and wellbeing drive sustainable results. Guests come from varied sectors—from multinational consultancies to non-profits and industry bodies—sharing practical leadership frameworks, real-world stories, and actionable tips to foster humane, productive workplaces. A standout thread across episodes is the emphasis on care-led leadership as a catalyst for engagement, resilience, and long-term performance, with recurring topics like burnout prevention, visible empathy, and clear communication. Listeners likely include senior leaders and aspiring executives seeking proven approaches to build teams t... more

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