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🎙️ The Jane Anderson Brand You Show is the ultimate podcast for ambitious thought leaders ready to amplify their influence, attract premium clients, and build a powerful personal brand that opens doors. If you’re a consultant, coach, speaker, author, trainer, or academic who wants to be known for your ideas and sought after for your expertise , this show is your unfair advantage. Hosted by Jane Anderson—strategic communications expert, author of 14 books, and one of the world’s most awarded branding thinkers—this show delivers the tools, strategies, and behind-the-scenes insights to help you grow a sustainable, 7-figure expert practice with impact and integrity. Each episode is packed with real-world advice, inspiring interviews, and actionable frameworks to help you: Stand out in a crowded market Build trust with your audience Convert visibility into revenue Scale your influence with grace and ease Jane has worked with over 200,000 professionals across 5 countries and 30 industries. Her thought leadership has helped generate $100M+ in revenue, and her podcast debuted in the global top 10 for Management & Leadership. She’s been featured on Sky Business, Channel 9, The Age, and the BBC. If you’re ready to move from expert to trusted authority, hit subscribe and let’s elevate your brand—together.

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October 29, 202635 min

Episode 104 - Business Financial Management Expert Keri Whitelaw

🎙️ In this episode of The Jane Anderson Show, I speak with Keri Whitelaw about building a successful specialist practice, turning expertise into thought leadership, and finding new ways to create value for clients. Keri shared how her journey with Sort Your Books evolved from a bookkeeping practice into a broader business support and advisory service. We explored how developing her intellectual property helped her move beyond writing regular articles and blogs to publishing her first book, Accelerate – The Fast Track to Sort Your Books, Sort Your Business, Sort Your Life . What began as a goal to communicate her expertise more consistently became an opportunity to turn years of practical knowledge into a lasting business asset. We also discussed how Keri uses her content across multiple formats, from blogs and social media to workshops, client resources and books. Her approach to AI is particularly practical: she uses it to simplify, summarise and adapt her own material while keeping her original thinking and expertise at the centre. We also explored the importance of understanding clients' challenges, packaging services around value rather than hourly rates, and helping business owners make more confident financial decisions. What stood out to me was Keri's realisation that she knew more than she thought she did. By taking the time to document her knowledge and develop it into intellectual property, she created opportunities she hadn't initially planned for, including becoming an author. Her story is a reminder that the expertise already sitting within your business may have far more potential than you realise. Meet Keri Whitelaw Keri Whitelaw is the founder of Sort Your Books, a bookkeeping, BAS, payroll and business support practice that has been helping small business owners understand their numbers and build stronger businesses since 1999. With more than 25 years of experience, Keri began her business during the introduction of the GST while pregnant with her first son. What started as an opportunity to help a handful of business owners has grown into a successful practice supported by a skilled team. A Registered BAS Agent with an Advanced Diploma in Accounting, Keri is passionate about helping business owners feel less overwhelmed by their numbers and more in control of their financial position. Her work helps clients understand cash flow, profit, break-even points and the systems they need to make clearer decisions and build sustainable businesses. Keri is also the author of Accelerate – The Fast Track to Sort Your Books, Sort Your Business, Sort Your Life , a practical guide designed to help business owners better understand their finances, software and business systems. Her journey into authorship began when she attended a writing retreat with the intention of developing articles and blogs. Through the process, she discovered how much knowledge she had already accumulated and how it could be developed into a book. Since then, Keri has used her intellectual property across multiple formats, including workshops, social media, client resources, and her published work. She believes in the principle of “create once, use often”, building assets that can be repurposed to reach different audiences and support her business in different ways. Today, Keri works as an active director of Sort Your Books, advises business owners and delivers workshops. Her experience offers valuable lessons for consultants, thought leaders and professional service providers looking to communicate their expertise, strengthen their positioning and build a more sustainable practice. Key Takeaways 1. Recognise the value of what you already know You don't always need to start with a completely new idea. Keri discovered that years of experience, client conversations and practical knowledge could become the foundation for articles, workshops and a book. Taking the time to document what you know can reveal opportunities you may not have considered. 2. Create once, use often Thought leadership doesn't have to mean constantly creating something new. A well-developed idea can become a blog, newsletter, social media post, workshop, or book chapter. Building your intellectual property first allows you to repurpose your expertise across different channels without starting from scratch each time. 3. Use AI to support your thinking, not replace it Keri uses AI to shorten, simplify, and summarise material she has already developed. By keeping her original ideas, voice and expertise at the centre, she can adapt her content for different audiences while maintaining ownership of the thinking behind it. 4. Build trust by making your expertise understandable Technical knowledge alone isn't always enough. Keri's approach centres on understanding a client's problem and explaining it in a way they can understand and act on. When clients feel understood and can see how your expertise applies to their situation, you build stronger relationships and create more meaningful value. 5. Package your services around value, not just time Keri shared how developing service packages and fixed-fee proposals helped her move beyond hourly pricing. By listening to clients, understanding their needs, and clearly defining what a service includes, expert businesses can communicate their value more effectively and build offers that better reflect the outcomes they provide. 6. Don't underestimate the opportunities your intellectual property can create Keri initially attended a writing retreat to develop articles and blogs, not to write a book. Yet that work became the foundation for Accelerate , workshops and other resources. Her experience shows how documenting your expertise can create opportunities beyond your original intention and give your business assets that continue to serve clients over time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

October 13, 202636 min

Episode 103 - Global Authority on Upward Bullying Workplace Culture and Leadership Expert, Maureen Kyne

🎙️ In this episode of The Jane Anderson Show, I speak with Maureen Kyne about building a specialist practice, finding your place in the market, and staying close to the people you serve. Maureen shared how her practice had evolved over the years and how her deep focus on upward bullying emerged from her broader work in workplace behaviour. We explored what happens when you choose a clear area of expertise, recognise an emerging issue, and build your work around a problem that organisations genuinely need help addressing. We also talked about Maureen's approach to LinkedIn. She personally stays involved in conversations with her audience, using the questions, comments, and ideas she encounters to spark deeper thinking and develop themes for her thought leadership. We discussed the importance of models and frameworks, knowing what to keep in your hands, what to delegate, and building the right support around your practice. What stood out to me was Maureen's shift from chasing every opportunity to becoming much clearer about where she wanted to play. She shared how turning away work that wasn't in her lane created more time to connect with the people she wanted to work with and deepen her focus on upward harm. Meet Maureen Kyne Maureen Kyne is a specialist in workplace behaviour, with a deep focus on upward bullying, helping leaders and business owners address situations where they experience bullying or harmful behaviour from members of their team. Her work in this area grew from more than two decades of experience in behaviour and recognising a growing need for leaders to better understand and address these situations. Over time, Maureen has refined her focus, developed models and frameworks to help organisations understand different forms of workplace harm, and built a strong body of thought leadership around the topic. She also uses LinkedIn as an important part of her practice, staying personally connected to conversations with her audience and using what she hears to shape her thinking and content. One of the most interesting parts of Maureen's journey is the shift from chasing every opportunity to becoming much clearer about where she wants to play. She has deliberately turned away work that sits outside her lane so she can focus her time and energy on the people and problems she most wants to work with. This makes her story particularly relevant for anyone building an expert practice: specialisation isn't about narrowing your possibilities. It can create the space to go deeper, become known for something and build a stronger body of intellectual property around it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September 4, 202645 min

Episode 102 - Keynote Speaker, Author, Workplace and School Violence Expert, Antoinette Tuff

Episode 102 - Keynote Speaker Author Workplace and School Violence Expert Antoinette Tuff 🎙️ In this episode of The Jane Anderson Show, Jane is joined by the extraordinary Antoinette Tuff, an author, speaker, educator, and community leader whose work is grounded in resilience, compassion, courage, and purpose. Antoinette shares the deeply personal story behind the experience that changed her life 13 years ago, and how the challenges she faced beforehand helped prepare her to respond with empathy and calm in an extraordinary moment. But this conversation goes far beyond the crisis itself. Jane and Antoinette explore the power of identity, self-awareness, influence without authority, and the importance of learning to truly know yourself. Antoinette shares how she spent more than a year “introducing herself to herself” after her marriage ended, rebuilding her confidence and learning who she was outside of her roles as a wife and mother. For B2B consultants, advisors and thought leaders, there are powerful lessons about building influence, developing your own voice, sustaining a message over time, and creating work that continues to evolve while staying grounded in purpose. Meet Antoinette Tuff Antoinette Tuff is an author, speaker, educator, and community leader whose work focuses on resilience, purpose, compassion, and helping others navigate challenging moments with courage and confidence. Her experience during an armed crisis at the school where she worked became the foundation for a much broader body of work, including her Tuff Tactics framework, speaking, coaching, programs and community initiatives. Today, Antoinette works with women, leaders, children and communities, using her experiences to help others build confidence, understand their identity and recognise their own capacity to create change. The Power of Identity and Self-Awareness Antoinette shares how the end of her 33-year marriage forced her to confront a question she had never really asked: who was she outside of her husband and children? She began a daily practice of introducing herself to herself, using the process to rebuild her confidence and create a new identity. That practice became much more significant than she realised at the time. When she later faced an extraordinary crisis, she was able to draw on the identity, compassion and confidence she had been practising for more than a year. Influence Without a Title Jane explores how Antoinette was able to influence someone in an extreme situation despite having no formal authority, no weapon and no positional power. Antoinette explains how she focused on the person behind the behaviour, listening for what he actually needed rather than simply responding to what he was saying. Her approach is captured in her Tuff Tactics of compassion, confidence and control, and the importance of knowing which one to bring into a situation and when. Building a Thought Leadership Practice Around Your Message Antoinette also shares how she has continued to develop the same core story and message over more than a decade without becoming tired of it. Rather than constantly creating something new, she has continued to elevate the message, adapting it into programs, memberships, coaching, children's books, workshops, and community initiatives. Her approach demonstrates how a strong body of intellectual property can evolve while remaining anchored in a central purpose and message. Finding Your Own Voice and Way of Working Antoinette reflects on her early experiences as a speaker, admitting that she didn't initially understand what a keynote was or what she was supposed to do on stage. Over time, she learned that she didn't need to imitate other speakers. Her natural style is interactive, energetic, and highly experiential. Her advice is simple: be yourself. ✨ Tune in to hear a powerful conversation about identity, courage, influence, self-awareness and building a body of work that continues to evolve while staying true to who you are. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January 26, 202639 min

Episode 101 - Global Workplace Expert and Author, Dr Michelle Gibbings

Episode 101 – Leadership, Influence and Navigating Complexity with Dr Michelle Gibbings 🎙️ In this episode of The Jane Anderson Show , Jane is joined by the thoughtful and deeply respected Dr Michelle Gibbings—an award-winning leadership expert, author, and trusted advisor known for helping leaders navigate complexity with clarity, confidence, and purpose. With more than a decade building her own practice after a distinguished corporate career, Michelle brings rare depth, warmth, and pragmatic wisdom to the conversation. Meet Dr Michelle Gibbings Michelle is a leadership expert, executive coach, and the founder of a globally recognised advisory practice supporting senior leaders through change, influence, and decision-making. Her journey spans senior executive roles, large-scale transformation, bestselling books, Harvard Business Review publications, and a PhD—blending academic rigour with lived corporate experience. Today, she works with leaders and organisations around the world, helping them lead with integrity and impact. Building Authority Through Substance and Experience Michelle shares her unconventional career path and the deliberate choices behind building a sustainable, values-driven practice. She reflects on the importance of structure, credibility, and doing the work behind the scenes—whether through research, writing, or deep client engagement—to earn trust and confidently claim expertise. Courage, Confidence, and the Long Game of Leadership This episode explores what it really takes to put yourself out there. From writing her first book while grappling with fear, to learning how to reward progress and navigate self-doubt, Michelle offers honest insights into the emotional and practical realities of leadership and thought leadership growth. Designing a Practice—and a Life—That Works Michelle also speaks openly about partnership, support, and intentional decision-making. From building financial buffers to choosing how (and where) she delivers her work, her approach shows how clarity, boundaries, and values create both professional success and personal contentment. ✨ Tune in to hear a powerful conversation about influence, courage, purpose, and building a leadership practice that reflects who you truly are—without overcomplicating your life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

September 4, 202548 min

Episode 100 - Leadership Communication Expert, Arabella Macpherson

Episode 100 – Leadership Communication Expert, Arabella Macpherson 🎙️In this episode of The Jane Anderson Show , Jane welcomes Arabella Macpherson—an internationally recognised coach, keynote speaker, and facilitator who has spent nearly two decades helping CEOs and senior leaders communicate with authenticity, influence, and impact. With over 500 stages under her belt and clients spanning Telstra, AstraZeneca, Deloitte, LinkedIn, and Amex, Arabella is known for being both brilliant and brutally honest—helping leaders cut through habits that hold them back and step fully into their presence. Meet Arabella Macpherson Arabella’s career began not in corporate offices, but on the stage. Trained as an actress and opera singer, she performed at the Sydney Opera House, studied mime in Paris with Marcel Marceau, and honed her craft in New York and LA. When sustaining a career in the arts proved difficult, she discovered a natural fit in coaching leaders—bringing her deep expertise in voice, storytelling, and presence to the boardroom. Authenticity, Presence, and Charismatic Communication Arabella believes influence is not manipulation, but respect. Her work is about helping leaders accept themselves, stay present, and connect more deeply with others. This authenticity, she says, is what creates real charisma. Whether teaching executives to pitch with confidence, navigate conflict, or negotiate with influence, she equips them with practical skills while holding space for their growth. Direct, Caring, and Transformational Known for her no-nonsense yet supportive style, Arabella is described by clients as “brilliant but brutal.” She challenges leaders to go beyond surface-level communication, be fully real, and engage with courage. In this conversation, she shares how her journey from the arts to corporate coaching shaped her unique practice, why charisma is about curiosity and presence, and why leaders today must learn to cut through distraction and build genuine connection. ✨ Tune in to discover how Arabella Macpherson helps leaders embrace authenticity, sharpen their influence, and transform everyday communication into powerful leadership. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 31, 202541 min

Episode 99 - Founder, Facilitator and Life & Leadership Coach, Gillian Smith

Meet Gillian Smith, Founder, Facilitator and Life & Leadership Coach In this empowering episode of The Jane Anderson Show , we’re spotlighting Gillian Smith , founder of Connect Lead Coach and a passionate advocate for compassionate, sustainable leadership. With over 20 years of experience working across the UK, Europe, US, Australia, and New Zealand—including with FTSE 100 and ASX-listed organisations—Gillian brings a fresh, human-centred approach to leadership development and workplace culture Meet Gillian Smith Gillian isn’t just a coach—she’s a bridge-builder. Her vibrant energy and deep HR expertise shine through in her coaching, facilitation, and speaking. After navigating her own experiences of corporate burnout, she launched Connect Lead Coach in 2021 to help leaders and teams foster safer, kinder, more connected workplaces—starting with her own transformation journey Cultivating Connection and Courageous Leadership In a world craving meaning and authenticity, Gillian believes true leadership starts with making people feel seen and heard. Her signature style blends introspection, empathy, and cultural insight to guide leaders in creating inclusive, engaged environments where everyone thrives Tools and Stories That Inspire Growth and Trust In this episode, Gillian shares real-life strategies that leaders can use to build connection and resilience—whether you're leading a global team or mentoring a new manager locally in Brisbane. From designing purposeful workshops to coaching leaders through change, she brings practical insights to the heart of complex challenges. Her goal? To turn everyday leadership into meaningful action. Here’s what you can expect: Warm, human-first frameworks for reconnecting with your people Practical techniques to foster psychological safety and trust Wisdom shaped by global experience and real transformation—including burnout and renewal ✨ Tune in to hear how Gillian is helping leaders lead with heart and authenticity—creating cultures where everyone belongs, contributes, and flourishes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

June 6, 202547 min

Episode 98 - Technology Adoption and AI Expert, Inbal Rodnay

🎙️ In this latest episode of The Jane Anderson Show , we meet the remarkable Inbal Rodnay—a dynamic force transforming how professional service firms embrace AI with confidence, clarity, and heart. With over two decades in software development and digital transformation, Inbal is making waves by simplifying complex tech and helping leaders bring AI into the real world—without the overwhelm. Meet Inbal Rodnay Inbal is a keynote speaker, educator, and the founder of AI for Accountants , a hands-on program that helps firms master AI tools to improve performance and future-proof their businesses. Her journey started developing targeting software for fighter jets—and today, she empowers executives and teams across Australia and New Zealand to become confident, tech-savvy leaders ready for the future. Making AI Approachable and Actionable AI doesn’t have to be intimidating. Through engaging presentations and in-depth programs, Inbal demystifies the noise around AI and focuses on what’s real, relevant, and ready to use now. Her signature strength lies in bringing everyone—tech-wary and tech-ready alike—into the conversation and creating an environment where curiosity, courage, and capability thrive. Real Tools, Real Conversations, Real Change In this episode, Inbal shares how she’s helping leaders cut through the hype, align their executive teams, and build practical AI strategies that stick. From powerful executive briefings to lively team workshops, she delivers insight with warmth, wisdom, and contagious enthusiasm. Her message is simple: AI is here—and you’re more ready than you think. ✨ Tune in and discover how embracing technology with joy, strategy, and a little bit of love can transform your practice—and your confidence as a leader. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

May 13, 202536 min

Episode 97 - Leadership Expert, Kylee Leota

🎙️ In this empowering episode of The Jane Anderson Show, we sit down with Kylee Leota—leadership expert, educator, and Chief Vision Officer of Elements 4 Success. Known for her heart-led approach to growth and transformation, Kylee brings decades of experience helping individuals and organisations unlock their potential and create meaningful, lasting change. Meet Kylee Leota Kylee is a visionary leader, speaker, and author of INFINITE Leadership . As the founder of Elements 4 Success, she has impacted lives around the globe by delivering transformational experiences that empower people to live with purpose and intention. Drawing on her background in education and behavioural coaching, Kylee’s work spans across schools, families, corporates, and mental health professionals—making her uniquely positioned to guide people at every stage of life. Success, Redefined Guided by Earl Nightingale’s definition of success as “the progressive realisation of a worthy goal or ideal,” Kylee’s mission is to help others align their goals with their values. She believes that true success starts from within—and that everyone has the knowledge and power to design a life they love. Through her coaching, Kylee equips her clients with the tools, confidence, and clarity to turn possibility into progress. Inspiration Meets Practicality In this heartfelt and solution-focused conversation, Kylee shares the frameworks and mindset shifts that allow leaders to move from overwhelm to alignment. Whether you’re leading a business, a family, or your own personal growth journey, Kylee’s insights will challenge and uplift you. You’ll walk away with a deeper sense of clarity and the courage to lead with purpose. ✨ Tune in and discover how you can step into your own version of success—one intentional choice at a time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April 30, 202530 min

Episode 96 - Leadership Culture Expert, Maureen Kyne

🎙️ On this new episode of The Jane Anderson Show, we’re shining a light on a powerful yet rarely discussed issue in leadership—Upward Bullying. Joining us is the extraordinary Maureen Kyne, a trailblazer in HR, industrial relations, and leadership culture. With over 30 years of experience, Maureen has become the go-to expert for helping leaders move from chaos to calm in even the most challenging environments. Meet Maureen Kyne Maureen is an executive coach, keynote speaker, and soon-to-be author of Tranquil Leadership: Three Steps to End Upward Bullying. Her career spans nursing, construction, transport, and corporate HR—making her uniquely equipped to support leaders across a wide range of industries. Whether it's addressing bullying, harassment, or discrimination, Maureen empowers leaders to face the hard stuff and emerge stronger, more respected, and ready to lead with confidence. Ending the Silence Around Upward Bullying Upward Bullying—where employees target their leaders with undermining behaviour—is more common than you think, and Maureen is on a mission to bring it into the open. Through in-depth research and hundreds of interviews with impacted leaders, she’s developed a proven framework to help leaders reclaim their authority and wellbeing. Her signature approach, Tranquil Leadership , is all about courageous conversations, calm authority, and creating cultures that thrive on mutual respect. Practical Wisdom for Brave Leaders In this episode, Maureen doesn’t just talk theory—she shares real strategies to help leaders stop walking on eggshells and start building cultures of trust. From boardrooms in Brisbane to workshops in Shepparton, her insights offer clarity, courage, and tangible next steps. If you're ready to shift your team from dysfunction to dignity, this is the conversation you don’t want to miss. ✨ Tune in and discover how empowered leadership can change lives—and workplaces—for the better. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April 4, 202542 min

Episode 95- Quality Leadership Expert and Educator, Jackie Stapleton

In this episode of The Jane Anderson Show, we dive into the world of ISO systems and quality management with Jackie Stapleton—an inspiring force in ISO training, auditing, and professional development. With more than 25 years of experience, Jackie is a trusted mentor who empowers ISO professionals to elevate their impact and lead with confidence. Meet Jackie Stapleton As the founder and director of Auditor Training Online, Jackie has helped hundreds of professionals across industries—from telecommunications and education to trades and government—build meaningful careers. With a grounded, no-nonsense style shaped by real-world experience, she’s walked the path from Internal Auditor to Quality Manager to triple-certified contract auditor and successful entrepreneur. Her training programs are designed to turn complexity into clarity, making ISO standards accessible, actionable, and empowering. From Technical to Transformational Jackie is passionate about helping ISO professionals step beyond the tick-box mindset to become influential leaders. Her belief? That quality systems should serve the business—not the other way around. She’s on a mission to bring humanity into management systems and make them work smarter, not harder. Whether she’s mentoring emerging auditors or training seasoned consultants, Jackie leads with clarity, strategy, and a whole lot of heart. Tune in as Jackie shares her inspiring journey—from those first audits to building a thriving global training business. You’ll discover fresh insights on the future of ISO, why development never stops, and how technical experts can lead meaningful change with confidence and purpose. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.