Episode 23 - Interview with Creativity & Leadership Expert Mykel Dixon

In this episode, I have a discussion with creative genius Mykel Dixon about the work he does and his own personal branding in his industry. Listen as he relates his story on standing out.

Mykel Dixon is a keynote speaker and mentor who works in the field of artisan thinking and cultural architecture. He is an expert in unlocking business artistry. He helps senior executives, experts, entrepreneurs unleash their creativity and unlock their full self-expression.

"We all have to be content creators particularly in brand you stuff." - Mykel Dixon

Episode 23 - Interview with Creativity &amp; Leadership Expert Mykel Dixon
In this episode, I have a discussion with creative genius Mykel Dixon about the work he does and his own personal branding in his industry. Listen as he relates his story on standing out.
<a href="http://www.mykeldixon.com/">Mykel Dixon</a>&nbsp;is a keynote speaker and mentor who works in the field of&nbsp;artisan thinking and cultural architecture. He is&nbsp;an expert in unlocking business artistry. He helps senior executives, experts, entrepreneurs unleash their creativity and unlock their full self-expression.
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"We all have to be content creators particularly in brand you stuff." - Mykel Dixon
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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.

🎙️ 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&rsquo;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&mdash;strategic communications expert, author of 14 books, and one of the world&rsquo;s most awarded branding thinkers&mdash;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:
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<li aria-level="1">Stand out in a crowded market</li>
<li aria-level="1">Build trust with your audience</li>
<li aria-level="1">Convert visibility into revenue</li>
<li aria-level="1">Scale your influence with grace and ease</li>
</ul>
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 &amp; Leadership. She&rsquo;s been featured on Sky Business, Channel 9, The Age, and the BBC.
If you&rsquo;re ready to move from expert to trusted authority, hit subscribe and let&rsquo;s elevate your brand&mdash;together.

The Jane Anderson  Brand You Show is the podcast for experts, consultants, speakers, trainers, academics and coaches who are or aim to be the leaders in their field. Jane shares her insights as well as interviews those who are industry experts to find out about their experiences when marketing themselves under their Personal Brand, or name.

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The Jane Anderson Show is delivered by Australia's Leading Personal Branding Expert, Jane Anderson herself. 

Jane shares a mix of some of her own experiences and thoughts on how you can improve your Personal Branding in your Business, as well as interviews with some of the world leading experts in their field and how they have navigated some of the challenges to grow their business under theirname.com.

Having helped over 20,000 people she has been featured on Sky Business, The Today Show, The Age, Sydney Morning Herald, BBC, Channel 9 & Management Today.

Jane speaks at conferences globally,  runs workshops, mentoring programs for experts in their field on topics such as marketing, sales, speaking and social media. On faculty in Thought Leaders Business School, she mentors experts to create a practice generating $500k-$1.5m with 1-2 staff. 

Jane holds one of the top 1% viewed LinkedIn profiles globally & is the host of the #1 ranked "Jane Anderson Brand You Show" Podcast in iTunes. She was nominated for Telstra Business Women Awards in 2014 & 2016.

The author of 4 books, she is one of 12 LinkedIn Influencers in Australia & NZ & her blog has been voted in the top 25 branding blogs globally by Feedspot. She is also the creator of the Lead Generation Indicator, the world's first diagnostic for experts to identify marketing gaps in their practice.

Jane has worked with clients such as the International Rice Research Institute, Wesfarmers, Virgin Australia, IKEA, LEGO, Mercedes-Benz?, La Trobe Institute of Molecular Science, Australian Medical Association, Shell Energy, Deakin University, and Griffith Uni.

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Episode 23 - Interview with Creativity & Leadership Expert Mykel Dixon

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.

Episode 100 &ndash; Leadership Communication Expert, Arabella Macpherson
 🎙️In this episode of The Jane Anderson Show, Jane welcomes Arabella Macpherson&mdash;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&mdash;helping leaders cut through habits that hold them back and step fully into their presence.
Meet Arabella Macpherson Arabella&rsquo;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&mdash;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 &ldquo;brilliant but brutal.&rdquo; 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.

Episode 100 - Leadership Communication Expert, Arabella Macpherson

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.

Meet Gillian Smith, Founder, Facilitator and Life &amp; Leadership Coach
In this empowering episode of The Jane Anderson Show, we&rsquo;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&mdash;including with FTSE 100 and ASX-listed organisations&mdash;Gillian brings a fresh, human-centred approach to leadership development and workplace culture&nbsp;
Meet Gillian Smith
Gillian isn&rsquo;t just a coach&mdash;she&rsquo;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&mdash;starting with her own transformation journey&nbsp;
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&nbsp;
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&mdash;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&rsquo;s what you can expect:
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Warm, human-first frameworks for reconnecting with your people
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Practical techniques to foster psychological safety and trust
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Wisdom shaped by global experience and real transformation&mdash;including burnout and renewal
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✨ Tune in to hear how Gillian is helping leaders lead with heart and authenticity&mdash;creating cultures where everyone belongs, contributes, and flourishes.

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

🎙️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.

🎙️In this latest episode of The Jane Anderson Show, we meet the remarkable Inbal Rodnay&mdash;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&mdash;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&mdash;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&rsquo;t have to be intimidating. Through engaging presentations and in-depth programs, Inbal demystifies the noise around AI and focuses on what&rsquo;s real, relevant, and ready to use now. Her signature strength lies in bringing everyone&mdash;tech-wary and tech-ready alike&mdash;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&rsquo;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&mdash;and you&rsquo;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&mdash;and your confidence as a leader.

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