In today’s fast-paced and high-pressure work environment, connection and courage are no longer optional. They are essential for leadership that inspires, supports, and drives real performance.

In this episode of Leading You, I’m joined by leadership strategist and author Stephanie Bown to explore how curiosity, calm, and connection are powerful foundations for leaders navigating change.

We dive into how curiosity can reduce stress, boost creativity, and help teams stay adaptable. Stephanie shares how staying calm during uncertainty builds trust, and how real connection can strengthen team performance. She even shares the story behind the camel on her book cover, and why it represents resilience in the face of adversity.

We also discuss the impact of AI on leadership and why human qualities like empathy and independent thinking still matter most.

Whether you’re leading a team, a business, or yourself, this episode will give you practical ways to lead with intention, build trust, and stay focused on what matters.

Episode Breakdown

00:00 – Introduction to self-leadership and mindset mastery
00:38 – Meet Stephanie Bown and her approach to leadership
01:18 – The importance of curiosity, connectedness and calm
03:58 – The story behind the camel and what it represents
05:15 – Why curiosity is underrated in leadership
09:27 – Creating space for courageous conversations
16:06 – Leading in the age of AI and what leaders must hold on to
21:50 – Practical ways to improve collaboration and reduce dysfunction
27:23 – Final thoughts and where to focus next

What You’ll Learn
Why curiosity helps leaders reduce stress and inspire growth
How calmness creates psychological safety and trust
How to create deeper connection with your team, even in remote settings
What human qualities will matter most as AI becomes more common
How to foster courageous conversations that strengthen your culture

🎧 Listen now and learn how to lead in a way that builds confidence, connection and a culture where people want to stay.

 

LINKS:

Order My New Book “You Always Have A Choice”here 

 

Connect with Stephanie:

Website: https://stephaniebown.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniebown1/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephiefromthebay/


 

Connect with Julie:

LinkedIn:    https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/

Instagram: @juliehydeleads

Website:     https://juliehyde.com.au

In today&rsquo;s fast-paced and high-pressure work environment, connection and courage are no longer optional. They are essential for leadership that inspires, supports, and drives real performance.
In this episode of&nbsp;Leading You, I&rsquo;m joined by leadership strategist and author&nbsp;Stephanie Bown&nbsp;to explore how curiosity, calm, and connection are powerful foundations for leaders navigating change.
We dive into how curiosity can reduce stress, boost creativity, and help teams stay adaptable. Stephanie shares how staying calm during uncertainty builds trust, and how real connection can strengthen team performance. She even shares the story behind the camel on her book cover, and why it represents resilience in the face of adversity.
We also discuss the impact of AI on leadership and why human qualities like empathy and independent thinking still matter most.
Whether you&rsquo;re leading a team, a business, or yourself, this episode will give you practical ways to lead with intention, build trust, and stay focused on what matters.
Episode Breakdown
00:00 &ndash; Introduction to self-leadership and mindset mastery 00:38 &ndash; Meet Stephanie Bown and her approach to leadership 01:18 &ndash; The importance of curiosity, connectedness and calm 03:58 &ndash; The story behind the camel and what it represents 05:15 &ndash; Why curiosity is underrated in leadership 09:27 &ndash; Creating space for courageous conversations 16:06 &ndash; Leading in the age of AI and what leaders must hold on to 21:50 &ndash; Practical ways to improve collaboration and reduce dysfunction 27:23 &ndash; Final thoughts and where to focus next
What You&rsquo;ll Learn
<ul>
<li>Why curiosity helps leaders reduce stress and inspire growth</li>
<li>How calmness creates psychological safety and trust</li>
<li>How to create deeper connection with your team, even in remote settings</li>
<li>What human qualities will matter most as AI becomes more common</li>
<li>How to foster courageous conversations that strengthen your culture</li>
</ul>
🎧 Listen now and learn how to lead in a way that builds confidence, connection and a culture where people want to stay.
&nbsp;
LINKS:
Order My New Book &ldquo;You Always Have A Choice&rdquo;<a href="https://youalwayshaveachoice.com.au/"> here</a>&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Connect with Stephanie:
Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://stephaniebown.com/">https://stephaniebown.com/</a>
LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniebown1/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniebown1/</a>
Instagram:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stephiefromthebay/">https://www.instagram.com/stephiefromthebay/</a> 
&nbsp;
Connect with Julie:
LinkedIn:&nbsp; &nbsp; <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-hyde/</a>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/juliehydeleads/">@juliehydeleads</a>
Website: &nbsp; &nbsp; <a href="https://juliehyde.com.au/">https://juliehyde.com.au</a>

Want to know the secret to confident and successful leadership?

Every week, Leading You showcases leadership of all kinds and you get the scoop on how to be an effective, modern leader who makes an impact.

There’s one thing we all have in common. We’re all leaders. First and foremost, you’re a leader of you. You don’t need a title to be a leader. Leadership is a mindset which anyone can adopt to create influence. The more leaders the world has, the better it will be.

I'll let you into something I know to be true - You can’t be a leader of others unless you’re a leader of self first. So if you want to have impact that leads to prosperity and happiness, it all starts with you. With your mindset and personal leadership toolbox, which Leading You will help you build up.

Leading you is hosted by Julie Hyde, an entrepreneur, corporate drop out and passionate leader. Julie knows one thing: you can’t control what happens to you but you can control how you respond. It’s why Leading You is important.

Each week, guests share their secret sauce. They reveal their roadmaps to success. How they’ve stayed anchored to who they are, insights into their courage and resilience and how to be emotionally and behaviourally agile. It’s a conversation, not an interrogation, and you’ll hear the human side of household names.

Want to know the secret to confident and successful leadership?
Every week, Leading You showcases leadership of all kinds and you get the scoop on how to be an effective, modern leader who makes an impact.
There’s one thing we all have in common. We’re all leaders. First and foremost, you’re a leader of you. You don’t need a title to be a leader. Leadership is a mindset which anyone can adopt to create influence. The more leaders the world has, the better it will be.
I'll let you into something I know to be true - You can’t be a leader of others unless you’re a leader of self first. So if you want to have impact that leads to prosperity and happiness, it all starts with you. With your mindset and personal leadership toolbox, which Leading You will help you build up.
Leading you is hosted by Julie Hyde, an entrepreneur, corporate drop out and passionate leader. Julie knows one thing: you can’t control what happens to you but you can control how you respond. It’s why Leading You is important.
Each week, guests share their secret sauce. They reveal their roadmaps to success. How they’ve stayed anchored to who they are, insights into their courage and resilience and how to be emotionally and behaviourally agile. It’s a conversation, not an interrogation, and you’ll hear the human side of household names.

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Want to know the secret to confident and successful leadership?
Every week, Leading You showcases leadership of all kinds and you get the scoop on how to be an effective, modern leader who makes an impact.
There’s one thing we all have in common. We’re all leaders. First and foremost, you’re a leader of you. You don’t need a title to be a leader. Leadership is a mindset which anyone can adopt to create influence. The more leaders the world has, the better it will be.
I'll let you into something I know to be true - You can’t be a leader of others unless you’re a leader of self first. So if you want to have impact that leads to prosperity and happiness, it all starts with you. With your mindset and personal leadership toolbox, which Leading You will help you build up.
Leading you is hosted by Julie Hyde, an entrepreneur, corporate drop out and passionate leader. Julie knows one thing: you can’t control what happens to you but you can control how you respond. It’s why Leading You is important.
Each week, guests share their secret sauce. They reveal their roadmaps to success. How they’ve stayed anchored to who they are, insights into their courage and resilience and how to be emotionally and behaviourally agile. It’s a conversation, not an interrogation, and you’ll hear the human side of household names.

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