Beyond The Back Paddock
Welcome to the Beyond The Back paddock Podcast where I have the privilege to be joined by some amazing people I get to meet on my travels and share their stories and wisdom with you. After all the most powerful asset in any community is shared wisdom and the best way to share that wisdom is through storytelling.
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Episodes
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Thursday Aug 03, 2023
Summary
In this episode, Warren interviews Marie McPherson, a leader, mentor, businesswoman, and author. Marie shares her journey from growing up in a regional town to becoming a social worker, CEO, and leadership development coach. She discusses her current business, where she helps leaders lean into their roles and lead as their best selves. Marie also talks about her experience as an author and the lessons she has learned along the way. She shares her favorite books, music, and quotes, and reveals the five people she would invite to a dream dinner.
Takeaways
Leadership can be lonely and thankless, but it is also rewarding and the most fulfilling thing one can do.Being authentic and true to oneself is crucial in leadership and in life.Asking for help is a sign of strength and self-leadership.Time is precious, and it is important to make the most of it.Curiosity is a valuable trait that can lead to growth and learning.Resilience, capability, wisdom, and self-knowledge are qualities that can be developed and nurtured.All shall be well, and all manner of things shall be well.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background02:24 Early Life and Career Trajectory09:52 Current Business and Helping Others15:29 Lessons Learned from Career19:24 Journey of Becoming an Author29:00 Lessons Learned about Self38:16 Favourite Book, Music, and Quote44:10 Dream Dinner Guests46:21 Conclusion and Contact Information