The Impact Professional Podcast

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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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For more and to get a copy of the book, please visit ⁠impactprofessional.nz⁠

To get in touch with Seán, email ⁠barnz....

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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...

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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.

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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.

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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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To get in touch with Seán, email ⁠barnz.consulting@gmail....

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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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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 ...

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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.

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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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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.

To find out more about Hone, visit his LinkedIn...

Welcome to the Impact Professional Podcast.

Today is another audiobook show.

We start Section B: Getting Things Done and open with Chapter 4: trying Stuff and Taking Action. We move into the action phase of being an impact professional and more particularly the need to take the approach of learning through action. 

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