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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
Covid-19
Sax Institute
Psychological Safety
Hybrid Work Model
Workplace Care Culture
Health Policy
Employee Engagement
Kindness
45 and Up Study
Remote Leadership
Workplace Well-Being
Empathy In Leadership
Psychological Health and Safety
Company Culture
Human Connection
Healthcare
Australian Digital Health Agency

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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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

Brendan Maher is the CEO of St John Ambulance Australia. With nearly 20 years of leadership across Lifeline, R U OK?, and Movember, Brendan shares powerful insights on community care, mental health, and building stronger, more connected societies.

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Joe Davis is the Former Head of Boston Consulting Group North America. In this episode, we explore leading with purpose, equity, and long-term impact. Joe shares insights from his 37-year career at BCG, his work in inclusion and transformation, and t... more

Melissa Reynolds is the CEO of State Trustees. Her extensive leadership in financial services and utilities is driven by a passion for client-focused transformation and inclusive, high-performing teams. With a career spanning AGL, NAB, Westpac, and m... more

Award-winning speaker and author Amanda Stevens shares how valuing employees is key to delivering exceptional customer experiences, drawing on powerful examples from her book Radical Customer Obsession. From her leadership insights with Richard Brans... more

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Recent Guests

Brendan Maher
CEO of St John Ambulance Australia
St John Ambulance
Episode: #82 A career of contribution, Brendan Maher, CEO St John Ambulance Australia
Melissa Reynolds
CEO of State Trustees
State Trustees
Episode: #80 Care Underpins Everything, Melissa Reynolds
Amanda Stevens
Keynote speaker and author specializing in customer experience
Episode: #79 Radical Customer Obsession, Amanda Stevens, Keynote Speaker and Author
Michael McQueen
Top confidence speaker and author, ranked number 12 among the world's futurists
Episode: #77 Top 12 Futurist Globally, Michael McQueen, Speaker & Author
Melissa Dinwiddie
An innovation strategist who has worked with Uber, Google, Meta, and Salesforce, and focuses on fostering creativity in organizations.
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Episode: #76 Silicon Innovator, Melissa Dinwiddie, Innovation Strategist, Creative Sandbox Solutions
Pam Buchanan
Founder and CEO of Quantum Sense and former managing director at Nasdaq
Quantum Sense
Episode: #75 From Head to Heart, Pam Buchanan, Founder and CEO, Quantam Sense
Richard Boele
Chief Purpose Officer at KPMG
KPMG
Episode: #74 A Purposeful Life, Richard Boele, Chief Purpose Officer, KPMG
Gemma Sisia
Founder and CEO of St. Jude's School in Tanzania
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Episode: #73 An extraordinary contribution, Gemma Sisia, Founder, St Jude's School, Tanzania
Damien Mu
CEO of AIA Insurance, one of Australia's largest life insurers
AIA Insurance
Episode: #72 From mail boy to caring CEO, Damien Mu, CEO AIS Australia

Host

Graeme Cowan
Host of a series focused on leadership, employee engagement, and workplace culture, emphasizing empathetic and caring approaches to managing teams.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 36 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 month 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
    Australia2 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
    Australia2 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
    Australia4 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
    Australia4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The authenticity of the host is often praised, enhancing trust and engagement with the material.
Many highlight the diversity of industries represented, showing that care in leadership transcends different fields.
Listeners appreciate the focus on leadership qualities that promote care, empathy, and well-being, noting the actionable insights provided by guests.
Listeners frequently remark on the relevancy of the content to contemporary workplace challenges, especially in relation to mental health and employee satisfaction.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#80 Care Underpins Everything, Melissa Reynolds
Q: How do you build psychological safety where people feel free to make suggestions?
By encouraging open communication, sharing feedback candidly, and creating spaces where employees feel safe to express their ideas.
#80 Care Underpins Everything, Melissa Reynolds
Q: What do you do to practice self-care?
I engage in physical exercise, mindfulness practices, and create rituals for gratitude and family connections.
#80 Care Underpins Everything, Melissa Reynolds
Q: How can you do that when there's so many different types of customers?
By amplifying the voice of the client and ensuring their stories are central to all decision-making.
#80 Care Underpins Everything, Melissa Reynolds
Q: What does care in the workplace mean to you?
Care in the workplace is central to the organization's mission, underpins teamwork and strategy, and is a strategic leadership strength.
#79 Radical Customer Obsession, Amanda Stevens, Keynote Speaker and Author
Q: How do you see organizations creating connection, belonging, and care in teams?
Organizations can create connection and belonging by fostering collaboration, allowing employees to co-create processes, and enhancing psychological safety within teams.

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Focused on fostering empathy, compassion, and caring leadership in the workplace, this podcast features conversations with experienced leaders who share insights on creating a supportive and engaging organizational culture. Episodes cover a range of topics including mental health, workplace culture, and employee engagement, with guests from diverse industries discussing their journeys and promoting the values of kindness and vulnerability in leadership. The unique angle of emphasizing soul health alongside professional growth sets this podcast apart, appealing to leaders who are eager to cultivate environments that prioritize well-being alongside productivity.

Listeners can expect practical strategies and actionable advice, as well as insp... more

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2. Melissa Reynolds
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