Strategy, Leadership and Impact

What can today’s leaders learn from the courage, resilience, and adaptability of history’s greatest adventurers?

In this episode of Strategy, Leadership and Impact, I dive into the leadership lessons of Ernest Shackleton, Sir Edmund Hillary, Tenzing Norgay, Douglas Mawson, and others who braved the most extreme conditions on Earth.

From surviving nearly two years trapped in Antarctic ice to summiting the world’s highest peaks, these ...

What if chasing profit is actually costing you performance?

In this episode, we'll break down a fundamental truth:
👉 Money is the by-product of great leadership—not the mission.

Too often, leaders focus on revenue, growth, and KPIs while overlooking the real drivers of sustainable success—clarity, culture, trust, and purpose.

We unpack:

• Why leading with profit in mind can backfire

• The 5 behaviours that define truly effective...

In this episode of Strategy, Leadership and Impact, Blake Repine unpacks the increasingly popular, but often misunderstood, concept of psychosocial safety in the workplace.

You’ll learn:

• What psychosocial safety really means (beyond the buzzwords)

• How it can be misused to avoid accountability or suppress healthy conflict

• The difference between safety and comfort, and why discomfort can be essential for growth

• How effective leaders s...

In this episode, we discuss the profound impact of generosity on personal growth and leadership. We define generosity as the willingness to give more than expected and emphasise its role in building trust, creating psychological safety, and fostering a culture of collaboration. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, we illustrate how acts of generosity can inspire others and create a lasting impact in communities. I challenge ...

Toxic behaviour can quietly destroy a team’s morale, trust, and performance — and as a leader, ignoring it isn’t an option.In this episode of Strategy, Leadership and Impact, Blake Repine dives deep into how to recognise, address, and lead through toxic dynamics in the workplace. You’ll learn:✅ The hidden cost of toxic behaviour✅ The most common types of toxic personalities✅ How to address issues early — without fear or drama✅ The ...

In this motivating episode, we break down the essential steps to achieve your goals and stay focused along the way. Discover how clarity, consistency, and small daily actions build unstoppable momentum toward your biggest dreams. Whether you’re chasing a personal milestone or a professional target, this episode will remind you that progress comes from persistence, not perfection.

Tune in, get inspired, and start turning your vision ...

In this compelling episode of the Strategy, Leadership & Impact podcast, Blake Repine sits down with adventurer, author, and motivational speaker Luke Richmond, the force behind OLOC Adventures (https://www.olocadventures.com/). From surviving addiction to rowing oceans, climbing the world's highest peaks, and crossing the Gobi Desert, Luke shares the mindset, grit, and strategy it takes to push beyond physical and mental l...

Strategic thinking is a learned discipline, not just a trait some are born with. To get better at it, leaders need to intentionally sharpen their mindset, skills, and habits. Here's a practical breakdown of how to do that:

1. Shift from Operator to ArchitectOperational work focuses on the day-to-day, while strategic thinking focuses on shaping the future. You need to deliberately shift how you allocate time and mental energy.

Balancing leadership and technical expertise is crucial for effective management, especially in roles where both strategic vision and deep subject matter knowledge are essential. Here's a breakdown of how to strike that balance:

1. Define Your Role's Priorities

• Leadership Focus: As a leader, your primary responsibility is guiding the team, setting strategic direction, and fostering a positive culture. Ensure your leadersh...

Navigating ethical dilemmas as a leader requires a blend of personal integrity, clear communication, and structured decision-making. Here are some strategies to help you address ethical challenges effectively:

1. Establish a Strong Ethical Foundation- Define Core Values: Clearly articulate your personal and organizational values. Use them as a compass for decision-making.

- Lead by Example: Demonstrate ethical behavior consistently. ...

Identifying your leadership strengths and weaknesses is essential for personal growth and organisational success.

Here’s a practical guide to help you:1. Self-Reflection

• Analyse past successes and failures: Reflect on scenarios where your leadership excelled or fell short. What contributed to these outcomes?
• Identify core values: Consider what drives your decision-making and how those values shape your leadership style.

2. Gat...

Influence and authority are essential in leadership, but they operate differently and yield different outcomes. Understanding the distinction and interplay between the two is key to effective leadership, especially in environments prioritising collaboration, innovation, and change management. Authority: The Power of Position Authority comes from a leader's formal position or title within an organisation. It is tied to the str...

Being a first-time leader comes with many challenges as you transition from an individual contributor to someone responsible for guiding and motivating others. Here are some key challenges you might face: 1. Adjusting to a Leadership Mindset Challenge: Shifting from doing the work yourself to enabling and empowering others to do it. Why it’s hard: Many new leaders find it difficult to let go of tasks they used to excel at and de...

Leadership is the ability to guide, inspire, and influence individuals or groups toward achieving common goals or objectives. It involves creating a vision, setting direction, and motivating people to work collaboratively while fostering an environment that encourages growth, innovation, and resilience.

At its core, leadership is about influence, not authority. A great leader earns the trust and commitment of their team, rather than...

Avoiding burnout requires a proactive approach to managing stress and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. In this episode, our host, Blake Repine, shares 10 strategies that can help you avoid burnout. Everyone is different, and finding strategies that work best for you is essential. If you continue to struggle with burnout despite implementing these strategies, consider seeking support from a mental health professional who ca...

Psychosocial hazards are hazards that arise from or about the design or management of work, the working environment, and workplace interactions or behaviours and may cause psychological and physical harm. ​ These hazards can lead to conditions such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), sleep disorders, musculoskeletal injuries, chronic diseases, and physical injuries following fatigue-related workplace inci...

Understanding financial metrics is essential and can empower CEOs, senior executives, and board members. It's the key to unlocking an organisation's success. In this episode, we will demystify some crucial financial metrics that every business leader should be well-versed in. This will give you the control and confidence to steer your company towards prosperity. By understanding and tracking these key financial metrics, yo...

Leading by example is an effective way to inspire and motivate others to follow your lead. When you lead by example, you set a positive and influential precedent for those around you. Here are some steps to help you lead by example: 

1. Define your values: Clarify your values and the principles that guide your actions. Identify the qualities and behaviours you want to exemplify as a leader.

2. Be authentic: Authenticity is crucial ...