The Impact Professional Podcast
The Impact Professional Podcast, hosted by Dr Seán Barnes, delves deep into the heart of change across our professions. We unpack ideas and emerging trends that are reshaping our professions, and engage in thought-provoking conversations with innovative leaders. Why? We recognise the need for our professions to evolve, with positive change at the forefront. Get ready to challenge the norms, fuel your curiosity and gain insights that will empower you to lead positive change in your work and the dynamic landscape of our professions. Welcome to The Impact Professional Podcast.
Episodes
Welcome to the Impact Professional Podcast.
Today we have a special episode (after a verrrrrry long hiatus). I talk with Gary Shaw about the Modern Slavery Act that is currently progressing through the NZ parliament. We traverse our thoughts on language, risk and other aspects of the Bill. Ultimately we encourage you to submit and support this Bill as it is an important milestone for New Zealand.
Connect with Gary here: https://w...
Today is an interview show and we welcome Sara Templeton. Sara is an inspiring wahine who has worked tirelessly in service of her local Heathcote, and our wider Christchurch community for many years. We talk about service and her experiences in community development and in local government.
To connect with Sara, find her on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-templeton-chch and on her website https://www.saratempleton.n...
I'm back!!
Today is an interview with Dr Chris Burnett - founder of That Conversations Movement. We talk about life, positive impact and connections. We also explore Chris' experience as a founder of a global movement to promote deeper conversations.
To find an event and keep up to date with That Conversations, visit:https://www.conversationsmovement.com/
To connect with Chris, find him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin...
The Impact Professional is taking a wee hiatus - and plans are being hatched. Today Seán shares an update and discusses what is to come.
To subscribe to Sean's Substack (as mentioned today):
https://substack.com/@seanobarnz
Comment on what you want to hear about or drop Seán an email if you're that way inclined!
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For more and to get a copy of the book, please visit impactprofessional.nz
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Today is an interview show and haere mai to Steven Moe, a leading impact professional. Steven is not only a specialist “impact lawyer” by day, he is also a proud father and a big thought leader with the Seeds podcast, his childrens book The Apple Tree and numerous other creative side hustles! It was a pleasure to finally have him on the show as he was a big inspiration for the book.
To connect with Steven’s work, visit https://these...
Today is a mini show and I sit down with Kieran (star of Episode 22) to discuss a new project we have launched in Ōtautahi Christchurch focussed on growing connection and supporting men’s health. The Sunrise Club is a weekly point of connection and part of a rapidly growing global movement.
To find out more about WNOW go to wnow.com.au and you can also find and join a chapter near you. It’s going to be a big 2025 and we’re excited!
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Today is an interview show and we meet Kieran Sutherland, a close friend who weaves together financial advice and wellbeing in his day to day work. Kieran is a mental health advocate, and you can hear how he brings his life experiences to his work. Also, he has a lot of great content and tools to explore at Cents of Worth (mentioned in the show).
To connect with Kieran, you can find him at CIC Financial https://www.christchurchinsur...
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Today is another audiobook show.
We close out the book with some parting thoughts, where to next and the Impact Professional Charter. Seán also gives some shout-outs to all the important people who inspired and supported the book.
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To get in touch with Seán, email barnz....
Welcome to the Impact Professional Podcast.
Today is another audiobook show.
We close out Section C: Aspiring for Better with Chapter 10: Amplifying Change. This chapter looks at increasing the scale of our change and how we can bring more people along with us.
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For more and to get a copy of the book, please visit impactprofessional.nz
To get in touch with Seán, email barnz.consulting@gm...
Welcome to the Impact Professional Podcast.
Today is another interview show and we meet Maka Kama who works to close the digital divide in remote and indigenous communities in Australia. Maka is an inspiration and this episode explores how his whakapapa, culture and upbringing fuels and gives meaning to his professional work. This was a real joy!
To connect with Maka, you can find him on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/...
Welcome to the Impact Professional Podcast.
Today is another audiobook show.
We continue Section C: Aspiring for Better with Chapter 9: First Nations Learning. This chapter looks First Nations thinking and how concepts like connection, respect and wisdom offer us opportunities to lift our impact to new levels by standing on the shoulders of our elders.
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Today is another companion interview - and we meet Callum McKirdy who is a beacon of positivity through his advocacy for neurodiversity in the workplace. We have a lot of laughs on this show as we look on the bright side of life.
To find out more about Callum, visit his website here https://www.callummckirdy.com/
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Welcome to the Impact Professional Podcast.
Today is another audiobook show.
We continue Section C: Aspiring for Better with Chapter 8: The Power of Positive. This chapter looks at upside and opportunity and how going positive empowers us and others to act.
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For more and to get a copy of the book, please visit impactprofessional.nz
To get in touch with Seán, email barnz.consulting@gmail....
Welcome to the Impact Professional Podcast.
Today is another companion interview - and we meet Clemmie Baker, who I would call my ‘impact sherpa’ as I grew my understanding of impact of the years. We take on this big topic and break it down for you all! Clammie also reminds us to be exceptional, not busy :-)
To find out more about Clemmie, visit her organisation Hoku https://hoku.nz/ and check out her LinkedIn page https://www.linked...
Welcome to the Impact Professional Podcast.
Today is another audiobook show.
We kick off Section C: Aspiring for Better with Chapter 7: Positive Change is Powerful. This dives into Positive Change and how we make sure we get it right. It explores different perspectives on impact, and the common mistakes people make.
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For more and to get a copy of the book, please visit impactprofessional.n...
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Today is another companion interview - and we meet the original ‘SB’ Sarah Blackie! Sarah is someone who cares deeply about relationships and shows how important they are to success. We reflect on being guided by something bigger than ourselves and Sarah introduces the 4C’s of competence, care, consistency and candor in relationships!
To find out more about Sarah, visit her website here ...
We wrap up Section B: Getting Things Done with Chapter 6: Relationships and Connection. This focuses on relationships and how they can be built and maintained, as well as the different roles people play in supporting you and taking action.
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For more and to get a copy of the book, please visit impactprofessional.nz
To get in touch with Seán, email barnz.consulting@gmail.com
Welcome to the Impact Professional Podcast.
Today is another companion interview - and we meet the amazing Frae Cairns from Puna Awarau. We explore change and the roles that champions practically play inside organisations and Frae talks about the importance of being open to experiences and the necessity of a strong support network.
To find out more about Frae, check out Frae’s organisation Puna Awarau https://www.punaawarau.com/
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Welcome to the Impact Professional Podcast.
Today is another audiobook show.
We continue Section B: Getting Things Done and move to Chapter 5: Time and Hustle. This explores the concept of time and more particularly where choose to spend our time. It also explores the roles Impact Professionals play in positive change.
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For more and to get a copy of the book, please visit impactprofessiona...
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Today is another companion interview - and we dig into taking action with the amazing and wise Hone Dalton. We discussed Hone’s career journey and how he took big steps into opportunity. Hone has a very deliberate approach to navigating change in organisations and I was struck by his practical advice and the many things that can be applied.
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