Episodes

  • Breaking the Cycle: How I Rebuilt Everything with Dennis Espiritu | LOOW's Special Segment

    Breaking the Cycle: How I Rebuilt Everything with Dennis Espiritu | LOOW's Special Segment
    Oct 14 2026

    What does it really take to rebuild your life after time in Dandenong? We discuss the honest reality of finding trust.Hanging out in Dandenong was a formative period that shaped who we are today. This conversation looks at the raw reality of that environment and how those experiences influence the path toward personal growth. It is an honest look at the transition from life in the area to the work required to move forward.Rehabilitation is often about more than just the clinical steps. It requires a deep commitment to vulnerability, which is the only way to establish genuine connections. We discuss why building trust is the most critical hurdle when you are starting over and how finding a support system changes the trajectory of your recovery.Subscribe for weekly stories on resilience and personal development, and let us know in the comments what part of this journey resonated with you most.


    Full Episode: Episode 83

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    Part Two: https://open.spotify.com/episode/20vNuo7hBebFQF00Ctx2ix?si=qetksQIqRBy_5u0baQk8fw&utm_source=copy-linkEverything Leading Our Own Way🪪 https://www.link.me/leadingourownway 🌐 https://www.leadingourownway.com Proud Sponsors🤝 ESHU Skincare: https://www.eshuskincare.com/Discount Code: ESHU15LOOListen to the Full Podcast Episode:🎧 Spotify: https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6 📺 🎧 Apple: https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs 🎧 Amazon Music: https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay 📚Buy My Book 📚‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C Newsletters📰 https://substack.com/@leadingourownway#LeadingOurOwnWay #LOOEW #RunThatRehab #AndrewWhite #DennisEspiritu #Rehab
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    4 mins
  • Burnt Out, Discouraged and Still Standing: Chris Alexander's Story | Part 2

    Burnt Out, Discouraged and Still Standing: Chris Alexander's Story | Part 2
    Oct 13 2026
    Some of the most powerful lessons in life come not from the moments we get it right, but from the moments we are forced to start again.In Part 2 of this honest and deeply moving conversation, Andrew White continues his chat with Chris Alexander, and this is where things get real. Chris takes us inside the transition from the education system into the corporate world, a shift that was anything but smooth. He opens up about the personal and professional challenges that came with it, the identity questions, the self-doubt, and the quiet resilience it took to keep moving forward.Chris shares hard-earned wisdom on goal setting, not the surface-level kind, but the kind that is rooted in who you actually are and where you genuinely want to go. He talks about the role of relationships in shaping who we become, the difference between feedback that tears down and advice that builds up, and why leading with compassion, for yourself and for others, changes everything.This episode is packed with practical insight and raw honesty. Chris also shares his aspirations for the future and reminds us that persistence is not just a strategy. It is a way of life.If you have ever felt the pressure of transition, the weight of other people's expectations, or the quiet exhaustion of trying to figure out your next chapter, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are.Topics covered in Part 2:Navigating career transitions from education to the corporate worldBuilding and leaning on a supportive networkGoal setting rooted in values and personal identityThe difference between feedback and adviceManaging influence and leading with compassionMental health challenges in professional environmentsPersistence, purpose, and planning for the futureIf this episode added value to your day, please take a moment to leave us a review and hit follow on this platform. Every review helps Leading Our Own Way reach more people who need these conversations. It truly makes a difference.Connect with ChrisWebsite: ⁠⁠www.changeitbook.com⁠⁠Book: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=change+it+8+steps&i=stripbooks&crid=2457ZIWT2ZG6C&sprefix=change+it+8+steps%2Cstripbooks%2C104&ref=nb_sb_noss⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/c.j.alexander/⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-alexander-growth-marketing-director/⁠⁠Key Topics- Career transitions and personal growth- The impact of family and support networks- Managing influence and relationships- Overcoming burnout and mental health challenges- Goal setting and manifesting successChapters🔴 (00:00) Introduction and Chris's Background🔴 (01:59) Growing Up in Manchester and Early Challenges🔴 (03:48) Lessons from Family and Overcoming Adversity🔴 (07:58) Building Relationships and Support Systems🔴 (12:03) The Importance of Skill Retention and Continuous Learning🔴 (15:02) Entering and Leaving the Teaching Profession🔴 (17:56) Experiencing Burnout and Mental Health Struggles🔴 (22:09) The Pivotal Moment: Decision to Leave Teaching🔴 (28:02) Transitioning into the Corporate World🔴 (31:56) Dealing with Job Loss and Uncertainty🔴 (36:03) Lessons Learned from Professional Setbacks🔴 (42:03) The Importance of Compassionate Leadership🔴 (45:54) The Influence of Relationships and Support Networks🔴 (49:57) Exercise: Supporting Your Goals Through Influence🔴 (53:07) Setting and Achieving Big Goals🔴 (57:58) Future Plans and Aspirations🔴 (01:00:01) Final Advice: Persistence and Continuous GrowthEverything Leading Our Own Way🪪 https://www.link.me/leadingourownway 🌐 https://www.leadingourownway.com Proud Sponsors🤝 ESHU Skincare: https://www.eshuskincare.com/Discount Code: ESHU15LOO📚Buy My Book 📚‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C 📚Buy My Book 📚‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Nobody Talks About This: Chris Alexander on Being an Educator and Falling Apart

    Nobody Talks About This: Chris Alexander on Being an Educator and Falling Apart
    Oct 12 2026
    You have about ten minutes. Let us make them count.Welcome to Tuesday Truths, the bite-size episode designed to give you one powerful idea to carry into your week. No fluff, no filler. Just real conversation and real insight.This week, Andrew White pulls one of the most thought-provoking moments from his full conversation with Chris Alexander, and it is one that will make you stop and look at the people around you.Who is in your circle? Are they cheering for you or quietly talking you out of your own dreams? Chris and Andrew unpack the influence your social circle has on your personal growth, why the people closest to you can either fuel your potential or quietly dim it, and how to navigate the noise of outside opinions without losing sight of who you are and what you actually want.If you have ever second-guessed yourself because of what someone else said, this ten minutes is for you.Short, sharp, and packed with the kind of honest conversation that makes Tuesday Truths worth your commute.If you want the full conversation with Chris Alexander, go check out Parts 1 and 2 on the Leading Our Own Way feed. And if this episode resonated with you, please leave us a review and hit follow so you never miss a Tuesday Truth. Every bit of support helps us reach more people who need these conversations.Connect with ChrisWebsite: ⁠⁠www.changeitbook.com⁠⁠Book: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=change+it+8+steps&i=stripbooks&crid=2457ZIWT2ZG6C&sprefix=change+it+8+steps%2Cstripbooks%2C104&ref=nb_sb_noss⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/c.j.alexander/⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-alexander-growth-marketing-director/⁠⁠Key Topics- The impact of social influence on personal goals- Recognising supportive versus preventing influences- The importance of loving and protecting your vulnerability- The significance of supporting your passions and taking risks- The difference between proving others wrong and proving yourself rightTakeaways- Be mindful of how your circle influences your goals and mindset.- Supportive people allow you to be authentic and pursue your passions.- Love your loved ones but be cautious about what you share with them.- External opinions can be protective or preventing; choose your support system wisely.- Taking action on your plans proves your commitment more than words.Chapters🔴 (00:00) Introduction and episode overview🔴 (00:40) Chris Alexander discusses influence of social circles🔴 (02:15) The importance of being mindful of external influence🔴 (04:07) Supporting versus preventing influences in your life🔴 (06:02) Sharing vulnerably with supportive people🔴 (08:36) Personal stories of commitment and action🔴 (10:17) The importance of following through on plansEverything Leading Our Own Way🪪 https://www.link.me/leadingourownway 🌐 https://www.leadingourownway.com Proud Sponsors🤝 ESHU Skincare: https://www.eshuskincare.com/Discount Code: ESHU15LOOListen to the Full Podcast Episode:🎧 Spotify: https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6 📺 🎧 Apple: https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs 🎧 Amazon Music: https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay 📚Buy My Book 📚‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C Newsletters📰 https://substack.com/@leadingourownway
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    12 mins
  • The Weight of the Classroom: Chris Alexander Gets Honest About Mental Health | Part 1

    The Weight of the Classroom: Chris Alexander Gets Honest About Mental Health | Part 1
    Oct 11 2026
    What does it take to look your own discouragement in the eye and refuse to let it define you?In Part 1 of this powerful conversation, Andrew White sits down with old colleague and fellow educator Chris Alexander for an honest, inspiring, and deeply personal discussion about life, purpose, and the courage it takes to change direction.Chris takes us back to his years in the teaching world, where high expectations, relentless pressure, and the emotional weight of the classroom quietly began to take their toll. As a self-described overachiever, Chris had always pushed harder, done more, and expected more of himself. But somewhere along the way, that drive began to work against him.In this episode, Chris opens up about the moment he recognised that something had to change. He shares how discouragement crept in, how personal goals became blurred, and how he slowly began to reconnect with what he truly wanted from life. He also introduces the idea behind his upcoming book, a deeply personal project born from a desire to help others navigate the same crossroads he once stood at.This is a conversation about resilience, self-awareness, mental health, and the quiet power of simply deciding to keep going.Whether you are an educator, a career changer, or someone who has ever felt lost between who you are and who you want to be, this episode is for you.Topics covered in Part 1:Overcoming discouragement and rediscovering purposeThe mental health challenges inside the education systemMoving from overachiever to intentional livingSetting personal goals that actually align with your valuesWriting a book as a tool for healing and helping othersThe power of connection and having the right people around youIf this episode resonates with you, please take thirty seconds to leave us a review and hit follow so you never miss a conversation. Your support helps Leading Our Own Way reach more people who need these stories. It genuinely means everything.Connect with ChrisWebsite: ⁠www.changeitbook.com⁠Book: ⁠https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=change+it+8+steps&i=stripbooks&crid=2457ZIWT2ZG6C&sprefix=change+it+8+steps%2Cstripbooks%2C104&ref=nb_sb_noss⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/c.j.alexander/⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-alexander-growth-marketing-director/⁠Key Topics- Chris's journey through discouragement and overcoming adversity- The importance of setting specific goals and continuous progress- The role of faith, spirituality, and community in personal growth- Impact of AI tools on marketing and productivity- Lessons from the mental health scale and crisis managementChapters🔴 (00:00) Introduction and Guest Background 🔴 (02:00) Chris's Journey from Overachiever to Purpose-Driven Life 🔴 (03:58) The Significance of Setting Goals and Achieving Them 🔴 (07:07) The Impact of Personal Setbacks and Crisis 🔴 (11:05) Current Focus on Health, Relationships, and Income 🔴 (14:58) Chris's Career Shift into Marketing and AI Tools 🔴 (22:01) Why Chris Wrote His Book 'Change It' 🔴 (29:05) The Influence of His Friend's Passing and Crisis 🔴 (35:03) Mental Health Scale and Emotional Resilience 🔴 (43:57) Purpose and Contribution in Life and Work 🔴 (55:12) Daily Routines and Tools for Mental Well-Being 🔴 (59:56) Manchester Roots and PersonalEverything Leading Our Own Way🪪 ⁠https://www.link.me/leadingourownway⁠ 🌐 ⁠https://www.leadingourownway.com ⁠Proud Sponsors🤝 ESHU Skincare: ⁠https://www.eshuskincare.com/⁠Discount Code: ESHU15LOOListen to the Full Podcast Episode:🎧 Spotify: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6⁠ 📺 🎧 Apple: ⁠https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs⁠ 🎧 Amazon Music: ⁠https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC⁠ 📺 YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay⁠ 📚Buy My Book 📚‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ ⁠https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C⁠ Newsletters📰 ⁠https://substack.com/@leadingourownway⁠
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Why You Can't Focus: The 14-Day Dopamine Reset

    Why You Can't Focus: The 14-Day Dopamine Reset
    Oct 7 2026

    Is a 14 day reset the key to better focus? Amelia Phillips joins me to discuss the science of a dopamine reset.I sit down with Amelia to explore the practical reality of a dopamine reset. We break down the 14 day reset process, moving past the hype to look at how we regulate our internal states. Using the metaphor of a thermostat, Amelia explains how we can adjust our environment to support better mental clarity. We discuss the specific mindset habits needed to sustain change and why managing our baseline is more effective than seeking quick fixes. It is about understanding the triggers that pull us off course and learning how to recalibrate.Subscribe for weekly conversations on leadership and growth, and let me know in the comments: what is one habit you are trying to reset this month?Everything Leading Our Own Way🪪 https://www.link.me/leadingourownway 🌐 https://www.leadingourownway.com Proud Sponsors🤝 ESHU Skincare: https://www.eshuskincare.com/Discount Code: ESHU15LOOListen to the Full Podcast Episode:🎧 Spotify: https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6 📺 🎧 Apple: https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs 🎧 Amazon Music: https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay 📚Buy My Book 📚‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C Newsletters📰 https://substack.com/@leadingourownway
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    5 mins
  • The System Is Broken — Workload, Trust, Technology, and What It Will Actually Take to Save Teaching with Brad Gaynor | Part 2

    The System Is Broken — Workload, Trust, Technology, and What It Will Actually Take to Save Teaching with Brad Gaynor | Part 2
    Oct 6 2026
    The conversation that started in Part 1 just got deeper.In Part 1, Brad Gaynor took us inside his personal journey through burnout and leadership, the weight of 35 years in education, and why he believes the teacher retention crisis is not a people problem. It is a design problem.In Part 2, we move from the wound to the work. Because naming the crisis is only the beginning. What actually has to change?In this episode, Brad gets specific. He breaks down the real structural forces that are grinding teachers down: workload that has become unmanageable, a deep erosion of trust between teachers and the systems above them, and the growing impact of digital technology on classrooms, attention, behaviour, and the emotional load of teaching.But this is not a conversation that ends in despair. Brad brings hard-won clarity about what solutions actually look like, what leaders and policymakers can do right now, and what it will take to rebuild a profession that the world cannot afford to lose.If you are a teacher, a school leader, a parent, or someone who cares about what kind of future we are building, this conversation is not optional. It is a call to action.Brad Gaynor is an Assistant Director in Education, a former principal of four primary schools, an executive coach, a PhD Candidate, and the author of two books published by Routledge. His first, From Burnout to Breakthrough: The Leadership Reset, came from his own experience of collapse and recovery. His second, Not One More Teacher Lost: How We Can Save the Profession, is a blueprint for a system that has run out of time for half-measures.Part 2. The solutions start here.Connect with BradWebsite:⁠⁠ https://bradgaynor.com.au/⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-gaynor-92b68b53/⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/bradgaynor/⁠⁠Books:Not One More Teacher Lost: How We Can Save the Profession (Routledge, 2026) - ⁠https://www.amazon.com.au/Not-One-More-Teacher-Lost-ebook/dp/B0GQT84TZH?ref_=ast_author_mpb⁠From Burnout to Breakthrough: The Leadership Reset (Routledge, 2026) - ⁠https://www.routledge.com/From-Burnout-to-Breakthrough-The-Leadership-Reset/Gaynor/p/book/9781041132066⁠Key Topics- Teacher workload and systemic design flaws- Impact of digital technology and AI in education- Teacher retention and professional dignity- The role of government and policy in education reform- Building trust and respect between teachers, students, and parentsAction Items- Advocate for systemic reform in education- Reduce curriculum load by 50% for early years and 30% for older students- Increase teacher involvement in policy panels- Promote a culture of well-being over programs- Teach responsible AI use in schoolsChapters🔴 (00:00) Introduction to Systemic Challenges in Education🔴 (03:26) The Impact of Blame and Societal Perceptions🔴 (07:08) Myths About Teaching Hours and Workload🔴 (11:00) Using Evidence-Based Programs Effectively🔴 (15:44) Teacher Dignity, Respect, and Professional Recognition🔴 (18:02) Curriculum Overload and Focus on Core Skills🔴 (20:52) Building Trust and Respect With Parents🔴 (22:58) The Shift in Societal Trust and Community Relationships🔴 (25:30) Consistency and Boundaries in Classroom Management🔴 (26:07) The Digital Landscape and AI Challenges🔴 (28:48) Responsible Use of Technology and AI in Education🔴 (30:52) The Future of Digital Tools and Classroom Integration🔴 (33:33) Policy, Funding, and Systemic Reform in Education🔴 (36:07) Teacher Voice in Policy and Curriculum Development🔴 (38:25) Curriculum Reduction and Focus on Essentials🔴 (40:51) Wellbeing as a Culture, Not a Program🔴 (43:30) Brad Gaynor's Childhood and Motivation🔴 (45:02) Future Projects and Ongoing Advocacy🔴 (46:29) The Importance of Community and Peer Support🔴 (47:55) Brad's Purpose: Improving Education for All🌐 https://www.leadingourownway.com Proud Sponsors🤝 ESHU Skincare: https://www.eshuskincare.com/
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    51 mins
  • Brad Gaynor: Are We Overcomplicating Education — and Paying for It With Our Children's Mental Health? | Tuesday Truths

    Brad Gaynor: Are We Overcomplicating Education — and Paying for It With Our Children's Mental Health? | Tuesday Truths
    Oct 5 2026
    A small but powerful episode for you today — and it arrives just in time.Because before Part 2 drops tomorrow, there is one truth worth sitting with.In this Tuesday Truth conversation, Andy White and Brad Gaynor strip the education debate back to its most essential question: what do we actually want for our children?Brad Gaynor is an Assistant Director in Education, a former principal of four primary schools, an executive coach, a PhD Candidate, and the author of Not One More Teacher Lost and From Burnout to Breakthrough. He has spent 35 years inside classrooms and corridors, watching a system pile more and more onto teachers and students alike, and he is asking us to stop and consider the cost.In this episode, they discuss why reducing the curriculum load is not a radical idea — it is a necessary one. Why the relentless drive to add more content, more testing, and more programs is quietly damaging children's mental health and learning outcomes. And why building a positive school culture around core skills and genuine human connection may be the most powerful educational strategy we have been overlooking.This is a short episode. But the truth it carries is anything but small.Part 2 with Brad drops tomorrow. This is the perfect place to start.Connect with BradWebsite:⁠⁠⁠ https://bradgaynor.com.au/⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-gaynor-92b68b53/⁠⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/bradgaynor/⁠⁠⁠Books:Not One More Teacher Lost: How We Can Save the Profession (Routledge, 2026) - ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com.au/Not-One-More-Teacher-Lost-ebook/dp/B0GQT84TZH?ref_=ast_author_mpb⁠⁠From Burnout to Breakthrough: The Leadership Reset (Routledge, 2026) - ⁠⁠https://www.routledge.com/From-Burnout-to-Breakthrough-The-Leadership-Reset/Gaynor/p/book/9781041132066⁠⁠Key Topics- Curriculum reduction by 50-60% for early years and older students- Focus on literacy, numeracy, and core subjects in primary school- Introducing history and geography in upper primary, saving science for high school- The importance of a school culture that promotes well-being- The impact of cognitive load on children's attention and retention- Teachers' workload and its effect on education quality- The need for a holistic approach to well-being in schools- Observations from visiting multiple schools and understanding children's thinkingTakeaways- Reducing curriculum load can significantly improve children's focus and retention.- Focusing on core skills early on allows for more meaningful learning later.- A school culture that prioritises well-being is essential for student success.- Teachers' workload and stress levels directly impact educational outcomes.- Embedding well-being into daily routines is more effective than isolated programs.Everything Leading Our Own Way🪪 https://www.link.me/leadingourownway 🌐 https://www.leadingourownway.com Proud Sponsors🤝 ESHU Skincare: https://www.eshuskincare.com/Discount Code: ESHU15LOOListen to the Full Podcast Episode:🎧 Spotify: https://www.bit.ly/43H0Mr6 📺 🎧 Apple: https://www.apple.co/3J34tOs 🎧 Amazon Music: https://www.bit.ly/3IIyCFC 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LeadingOurOwnWay 📚Buy My Book 📚‘How To Lead With Purpose’ by Andrew White & Mike Nichols ~ https://www.azonlinks.com/B0C9SNQL6C Newsletters📰 https://substack.com/@leadingourownway
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    13 mins
  • Brad Gaynor: When Good Teachers Break — Burnout, Leadership, and the Crisis We Can No Longer Ignore | Part 1

    Brad Gaynor: When Good Teachers Break — Burnout, Leadership, and the Crisis We Can No Longer Ignore | Part 1
    Oct 4 2026
    What happens when the people we trust most to shape the next generation are quietly breaking?Every day in Australia, teachers who entered the profession with purpose, passion, and a belief that they could make a difference are walking out. Not because they stopped caring. Not because they lack the skill. But because the system they gave their lives to has become too heavy to carry.Today's guest knows that weight personally.Brad Gaynor has spent 35 years inside education. He has led four primary schools as principal, spent over 20 years in senior school leadership, and is now an Assistant Director in Education, an executive coach, and a PhD Candidate researching one of the most undernamed forces in leadership today: moral injury. He is the author of two books published by Routledge. His first, From Burnout to Breakthrough: The Leadership Reset, was drawn from his own experience of hitting the wall after decades of leading others. His second, Not One More Teacher Lost, is his answer to a profession in crisis.But this is not just a conversation about education.It is a conversation about what happens when the systems we trust stop protecting the people inside them. About the moment a leader realises they are not just tired, they are being asked to act against everything they stand for. About burnout, purpose, vulnerability, and what it actually takes to lead with self-awareness when you are carrying more than anyone can see.In Part 1, Brad shares his personal journey through leadership and burnout, the defining moments that shaped how he sees himself and the profession he has dedicated his life to, and why he believes that meaningful change starts not with policy but with people willing to tell the truth.This one will stay with you. Whether you are a teacher, a leader, a parent, or someone who has ever given too much of themselves to something that didn't give enough back — this conversation is for you.Connect with BradWebsite:⁠⁠⁠ https://bradgaynor.com.au/⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-gaynor-92b68b53/⁠⁠⁠IG:⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/bradgaynor/⁠⁠⁠Books:Not One More Teacher Lost: How We Can Save the Profession (Routledge, 2026) - ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com.au/Not-One-More-Teacher-Lost-ebook/dp/B0GQT84TZH?ref_=ast_author_mpb⁠⁠From Burnout to Breakthrough: The Leadership Reset (Routledge, 2026) - ⁠⁠https://www.routledge.com/From-Burnout-to-Breakthrough-The-Leadership-Reset/Gaynor/p/book/9781041132066⁠⁠Key Topics- Brad Gaynor's 35-year journey in education and leadership- The personal experience of hitting burnout and breakdown- The importance of relational leadership and trust- The role of vulnerability and self-awareness in effective leadership- Systemic issues in education including workload, behaviour, and parental influence- The impact of systemic change and systemic failure on teachers' mental health- The significance of living and leading with purpose- The process of writing books as therapy and advocacy- Practical advice for teachers and leaders to recogniae and prevent burnoutChapters🔴 (00:00) Welcome to Brad Gaynor's🔴 (02:03) Why Brad Started Advocating for Educators🔴 (04:04) The Personal Journey Through Burnout and Breakdown🔴 (07:03) Successes in Leadership: Building Relationships and Trust🔴 (09:59) The Power of Vulnerability and Authenticity in Leadership🔴 (15:02) Innovative Interview Techniques to Connect and Assess Character🔴 (19:56) The Inspiration Behind Writing the Books🔴 (27:03) The Deep Dive into Brad's Crisis and Recovery🔴 (33:01) The Role of Systemic Issues and Systemic Failure🔴 (36:57) The Impact of Burnout and Systemic Stress on Teachers🔴 (42:57) Practical Strategies for Recognising Burnout🔴 (49:52) The Future of Education and Systemic Change🔴 Come back for Part TwoEverything Leading Our Own Way🌐 https://www.leadingourownway.com 🤝 ESHU Skincare: https://www.eshuskincare.com/
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    52 mins