The Find Your Influence Podcast with Anton Guinea

Inside the Mind of a Professional Trader with Mitch Olarenshaw

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What does it really take to think like a professional trader when millions are on the line?
In this episode, we go inside the mind of a professional trader with Mitch Olarenshaw, Head of Trading at Grange Financial Services, to unpack how elite traders make decisions under pressure, manage risk, and stay disciplined when emotions run high.
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The Influence Leaders Underestimate: Lessons from the Boardroom with Andrea Durrant

How much influence do you really have as a leader? Are you using it well?
Drawing on decades of experience working with boards, chairs, and executive teams, Andrea unpacks why influence is about alignment, not control, and why trust, intent, and calm leadership matter most, especially under pressure.
 
👉 If you care about leading well not just leading loudly. This episode is for you!!
 
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Authentic Leadership When It Matters Most: Lessons from Triathlon, Trauma and Finance

What does authentic leadership look like when the stakes are high?
Drawing on lived experience from triathlon, trauma, financial crisis and personal adversity, Amanda Thompson a Founder & Director of Endurance Financial and Ironman Triathlete, shares how endurance, vulnerability and purpose shape stronger leaders both in business and in life.
 
The conversation reflects on navigating melanoma, separation and emotional burnout, while also highlighting her work guiding clients through grief, financial uncertainty and major life transitions.
 
📌If you are leading through uncertainty, navigating personal or professional pressure, or striving to show up with authenticity when it matters most, this episode is for you.
 
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Brewing Success: Phillip Di Bella's Path from Coffee to Community

How intentional is the influence you’re creating?
Phillip Di Bella shares his journey from founding DiBella Coffee to creating the Coffee Commune, emphasising the importance of influence, impact, and personal growth. 
He discusses the power of storytelling, the significance of intention, and how businesses can create meaningful connections with their communities.
Tune in and learn how Phillip Di Bella transformed his passion for coffee into a thriving community.

A Marketing Expert’s Advice for Younger Marketers Who Feel Stuck

Do you believe in "Progress over perfection?"
In this engaging conversation, Laura Zahariou shares her extensive journey in marketing, from her early days at Suzuki Australia to founding her own consultancy, Growth Lane Marketing. She emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, mentorship, and the evolving nature of leadership.
Laura discusses the significance of hiring for attitude over experience and creating a psychologically safe environment for teams. The conversation also touches on the role of influence and inspiration in leadership, highlighting the need for curiosity and open communication.
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Shanté Micah Reveals: The Truths of Podcasting for PR Success

Join Shanté Micah and Anton Guinea as they delve into the powerful intersection of influence, credibility, and visibility in public relations and thought leadership.
Discover how these elements contribute to building clout and authority, with a special focus on the role of podcasts in enhancing visibility and credibility.
Don't miss out on these insights from Shanté Micah, a leading expert in PR and communications.

Leadership Without Ego: Timeless Insights from a Humble Leader

Do you lead to be seen or to make a difference?
These honest, hard-earned leadership insights reveal why humility, not ego, is the foundation of trust, resilience, and high-performing teams.
In this conversation, Troy, CEO of Titan Ind, shares real-world reflections shaped by experience, self-awareness, and a deep respect for people. He challenges the idea that leadership needs to be loud or self-promoting, offering a powerful reminder that credibility is built through consistency, integrity, and genuine connection.
Tune in for a grounded, thought-provoking conversation that will challenge how you think about leadership and leave you with insights you can apply immediately.

Strategic Empathy in Leadership: Why Your People Resist Change?

Why do people really resist change?
Daniel Murray, Australia’s leading expert in Strategic Empathy and CEO of Empathic Consulting unpacks the psychology behind influence, trust, and behaviour in the workplace. Tune in if you want to become a more influential, trusted, and emotionally intelligent leader.
 

Why Most CEOs Get Data Wrong: Lessons from a Global Data Governance Expert

Why do so many CEOs misunderstand data and what is it really costing their organisations?
W. Daniel Cox III, a global expert in data governance, data strategy, AI integrity, and business growth reveals the real reasons CEOs and boards get data wrong. From broken lineage and inaccurate reporting to cultural blind spots, poor literacy, and a fundamental misunderstanding of who actually owns the data inside an organisation.
Tune in! This episode gives leaders the practical insights they need to make smarter decisions in a data-driven world.

Women in Trades: What Actually Works (Beyond Policies & Posters)?

JOBS DON’T HAVE GENDERS
JOBS DON’T HAVE GENDERS! Influence isn’t about a title, it’s about changing what people believe is possible.
Melinda Davis, General Manager of Empowered Women in Trades, unpacks what real culture change looks like in gendered industries, where “the way it’s always been” can be the biggest barrier to progress.