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The Inner Chief

Greg Layton
Leadership
Company Culture
Strategy
Personal Development
Networking
Entrepreneurship
Zero Co
Communication
Work-Life Balance
Team Dynamics
Business Development
Bunnings Group
Stakeholder Management
Spontaneous Speaking
Decision Clarity Matrix
Business Strategy
Organizational Change
Resilience
Parkrun
Feedback Culture

The Inner Chief is a leadership podcast for managers and leaders who want to accelerate their career and build high performing teams. Every episode is dedicated to helping leaders rise above the pressure of work to establish a more meaningful career and life. Through a series of CEO interviews and minisodes, listeners are guided through practical leadership strategies, executive performance habits... more

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Latest Episodes

"Is your customer winning from using your product? Are they making or saving money from you? If so, how much and how is that measurable to your product?"

In this episode of The Inner Chief podcast, I speak to Nick Lissette, Founder & CEO of Blackpe... more

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"If you've got good relationships and you're building alliances around ideas and issues, you can get things done."

This is a special episode only available to our podcast subscribers, which we call The Mini Chief. These are short, sharp highlights ... more

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"This framework is the core of what we do at Chief Maker. We join leaders' intuitive abilities with a framework and a process they can follow and repeat and really make it their own."

Chief, in today's Minisode I run you through the High Performanc... more

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"I remember being a young bloke as Lord Mayor and I was almost reticent to ask my small team to do the job. I felt guilty. Over time I realised that delegating is actually giving people opportunities."

In this episode of The Inner Chief podcast, I ... more

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Recent Guests

Jamie Kristow
CEO of Cotswold Outdoor Group
Cotswold Outdoor Group
Episode: 384. Optimising the retail value chain, adapting your pace of leadership, and championing AI innovation, with Jamie Kristow, CEO of Cotswold Outdoor Group
Paul Nicolaou
Executive Director of Business Sydney
Business Sydney
Episode: Mini Chief: The 3Ps of building an insanely valuable network, with Paul Nicolaou, Executive Director of Business Sydney
Paula Martin
Executive Director Regional NSW and Visitor Economy at Business NSW
Business NSW
Episode: 383. Learning from everyone, adapting to shorter strategy cycles, and genuinely receiving feedback with Paula Martin, Executive Director, Regional NSW and Visitor Economy at Business NSW
Justin McNamara
Psychometrics guru, occupational psychologist, and expert in recruitment selection and performance prediction.
Episode: 380. Psychometrics Guru Justin McNamara on improving recruitment selection, performance prediction and acing psychometric tests [Best of Series]
Rupert Guinness
Legendary sports writer and ultra-endurance cyclist
Sydney Morning Herald
Episode: 378. Rupert Guinness, legendary sports writer and ultra-endurance cyclist, on choosing growth and opportunity and discovering untapped physical and mental capacity through extreme adversity
James Schofield
Founder of Insight Investor Relations with over 25 years of experience in capital markets.
Insight Investor Relations
Episode: 376. Pitching your business, raising capital and winning investor trust, with James Schofield, Founder of Insight Investor Relations
George Hunt
Former CIO of the Year and Chief Strategy Officer of Smart Energy Water in the UK
Smart Energy Water
Episode: 371. George Hunt, former CIO of the Year, on Winning hearts and minds, technology as a strategy, and the little things of leadership [Best of Series]
Kate Newey
HR Chief of the Adaptalift Group with extensive experience in senior HR roles
Adaptalift Group
Episode: 370. The secret life of HR professionals, having it all, and AI in the workplace, with HR Chief of Adaptalift Group, Kate Newey
Linda Carroll
Chief People Officer at G8 Education
G8 Education
Episode: 369. Driving business success through the development of your people, with Linda Carroll, Chief People Officer of G8 Education

Hosts

Greg Layton
Co-host focused on leadership, high-performance teams, and practical career guidance.
Greg Leighton
Co-host delivering leadership frameworks, coaching perspectives, and strategic business insights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 187 ratings
  • Stop interrupting

    Great guests but stop interrupting them!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kyler1679
    Australia5 months ago
  • Great listening content, but…

    Wonderful content. My only feedback is that the background music at the beginning is far too loud, making it hard to hear what you are saying.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    NM2606
    Australia2 years ago
  • Tips from a leadership mastermind

    This podcast is a must for any current or future C-Suite leader. Greg has a style that is optimistic and charged full of energy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jamie Kristow
    Australia4 years ago
  • Love it !

    I find as a leader in an organisation with few role models to benchmark, this podcast a is a fantastic resource for me to get an understanding of the thought process, mindsets and advice of people in the next level role and phase in career. “we stand on the shoulders of giants”.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shorty-Short1
    Australia5 years ago
  • Well worth the time

    Fantastic podcast! They’re interesting & insightful. A well spent 45 minutes and genuinely look forward to the next each time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    China col
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Guests are consistently described as high-caliber and the conversations feel real and actionable.
Many reviewers note the energy and helpfulness of the leadership frameworks discussed.
Listeners praise the host's authentic interviewing style and practical takeaways.
The mix of long-form interviews and minisodes is cited as a strong format for learning and application.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#109
Australia/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#201
Singapore/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mini Chief: Using AI to price your products competitively, with Jamie Kristow, CEO of Cotswold Outdoor Group
Q: What are you currently doing in your personal work, or the way you personally operate, using AI or technology to make your life easier and general everyday work practice?
The emphasis is on leveraging AI for pricing and market intelligence to handle thousands of SKUs and various channels, delivering actionable dashboards that show where to adjust prices and how customers search for products changes behavior; this frees up bandwidth and improves accuracy in pricing decisions.
Mini Chief: Adapting to shorter strategy cycles, with Paula Martin, Executive Director, Regional NSW and Visitor Economy at Business NSW
Q: What changes have you seen in how organizations plan and lead over the past 20 years?
Decision-making now accounts for environmental, workforce, and health considerations, with a stronger emphasis on resilience and the ability to rebound from disruptions; the execution framework has become more complex but more information-rich.
Mini Chief: Adapting to shorter strategy cycles, with Paula Martin, Executive Director, Regional NSW and Visitor Economy at Business NSW
Q: What's the biggest challenge leaders face right now, and how should they respond?
Overwhelm and cognitive overload from endless information require leaders to simplify priorities, say no to non-essential tasks, and lean into a practical, near-term strategy that can be adjusted as needed.
Mini Chief: Adapting to shorter strategy cycles, with Paula Martin, Executive Director, Regional NSW and Visitor Economy at Business NSW
Q: What is the number one trait you see in business owners today that drives their success?
Commitment to risk-taking and a clear sense of purpose—solving a problem or pursuing a better future—are the core drivers, even as the delivery of strategy adapts to a faster, more volatile environment.
382. Executive Director of Business Sydney, Paul Nicolaou, on the 3Ps of building an insanely valuable network, daring to be different, and making people happy
Q: What are two or three traits important for success in business?
Successful leaders surround themselves with the right people and manage team dynamics effectively.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Inner Chief

What is The Inner Chief about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A leadership-focused show featuring high-level executives, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who share practical strategies for building high-performing teams, navigating uncertainty, and accelerating career growth. Episodes center on leadership mindsets, performance habits, and real-world stories from business and sport, with a strong emphasis on actionable insights, resilience, and authentic communication. The format blends deep-dive interviews with concise minisodes, often drawing out frameworks (e.g., decision-making, pitching, transformation) that listeners can apply to their own teams or careers. A notable strength is the host's emphasis on practical wisdom delivered in a warm, motivating style, which tends to attract ambitious leade... more

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Recent guests on The Inner Chief include:

1. Jamie Kristow
2. Paul Nicolaou
3. Paula Martin
4. Justin McNamara
5. Rupert Guinness
6. James Schofield
7. George Hunt
8. Kate Newey

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