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Be Inspired Podcast

Be Inspired Podcast

Di: Seton Walsh-Rose
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 Discover the stories, strategies, and insights shaping the way we live, work, and build. BE Connected explores personal and professional growth, business leadership, industry innovation, and the future economy — with conversations from across property, infrastructure, and construction. For those ready to grow, lead, and create lasting impact.Seton Walsh-Rose Economia Gestione e leadership Management
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  • Growing Beyond Podcast | Industry Leaders Series EP02 with Felicity Douglas

    Growing Beyond Podcast | Industry Leaders Series EP02 with Felicity Douglas
    Feb 4 2026
    Episode Title: Industry Leaders SeriesGuest: Felicity Douglas – Managing Director, NH ArchitectureWhat does it take to grow architectural practice across multiple states — while staying grounded in people, culture, and design excellence?In This Episode:In EP02 of Growing Beyond – Industry Leaders Series, Seton Walsh-Rose sits down with Felicity Douglas, Managing Director of NH Architecture, to explore leadership, career progression, and the realities of running a national practice in a changing industry.From Felicity’s international journey into Australian architecture to NH’s multi-studio expansion across Melbourne, Tasmania, Brisbane, and South Australia, this episode offers grounded insight into how strong culture, collaboration, and adaptability shape long-term success.We dive into:• Felicity’s pathway from interior design to architectural leadership• Building a national practice with strong local presence• The importance of culture, trust, and “finding your tribe”• Balancing large, complex projects with smaller, agile work• Career advice for graduates and emerging leaders• Why relationship-building is a long-term leadership skill• Navigating construction cost pressures and market volatility• How NH approaches growth, mentorship, and leadership development• The role of AI and technology in the future of architectural practice• Designing for place, country, and Australia’s evolving identityConnect and Follow Felicity DouglasLinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/felicity-douglas-b6135a11Website: https://www.nharchitecture.com.au Takeaways:• Leadership in architecture is as much about people and trust as it is about design• Career growth benefits from cross-disciplinary learning and real-world experience• Strong practices balance project diversity to manage risk and nurture talent• Relationships built early in a career often return value later• Technology should support efficiency — not replace thinking• Architecture’s future lies in place-responsive, collaborative practiceChapters:00:00 Welcome to Growing Beyond – Industry Leaders01:00 Felicity’s journey into architecture04:30 Why Australia — and how it shaped her approach07:00 NH Architecture’s design ethos and sector diversity11:00 Career progression, skills, and advice for graduates17:00 The power of relationships and networking22:00 Expanding NH across multiple states26:30 Balancing project scale, cashflow, and team wellbeing30:30 Industry challenges, construction costs, and opportunity33:00 AI, technology, and future skills in architecture40:00 Designing for place, country, and culture41:30 Recommended resources and final reflectionsSound Bites / Quotes:“Leadership isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about creating the conditions for people to do their best work.”“Growing a practice is really about growing people, not just projects.”“Culture doesn’t scale automatically. You must design it intentionally.”Referenced in This Episode:• NH Architecture - https://www.nharchitecture.com.au• Fast Company – Inc. Podcast - https://www.fastcompany.com/podcastsLET’S BE Connected📸 https://www.facebook.com/beinspiredcommunity/📱https://www.linkedin.com/company/beinspiredpodcast📸https://www.instagram.com/beconnected_podcast/🎧https://open.spotify.com/show/5DbuoR8Ztq3sGYa5rrKzq7🔗https://www.youtube.com/@BEInspiredPodcast🎵 https://www.tiktok.com/@beconnectedpodcast🌍My website - https://be-connected.co/
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    43 min
  • BE Inspired Podcast EP12 - Joint Ventures, Leadership & Designing at Scale with BKK Architects

    BE Inspired Podcast EP12 - Joint Ventures, Leadership & Designing at Scale with BKK Architects
    Jan 22 2026
    Episode Title: Joint Ventures, Leadership & Designing at Scale with BKK ArchitectsGuest: Simon Knott — Director, BKK Architects Missy Saleeba — Practice Manager, BKK ArchitectsWhat happens when collaboration becomes a competitive advantage?In This Episode:In this episode, Seton sit down with Simon Knott and Missy Saleeba of BKK Architects to explore how joint ventures, trust-led leadership, and long-term partnerships are shaping the future of architectural practice.In EP12 of the podcast, we go inside one of Australia’s most respected architectural practices — BKK Architects — to unpack how large-scale collaboration really works.Simon and Missy share honest insights into:• Why joint ventures are becoming essential in complex projects• How leadership shifts when multiple practices come together• The importance of clarity, trust, and shared values• What it takes to design and deliver at scale without losing integrityThis conversation goes beyond buildings — it’s about people, partnerships, and the systems that support sustainable design outcomes. Connect and Follow Simon Knott & Missy SaleebaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonknott-bkkarchitectsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/missysaleebabkkarchitectsWebsite: https://b-k-k.com.au/Takeaways:• Joint ventures succeed when values are aligned — not just capabilities• Strong collaboration requires clear roles, trust, and accountability Leadership in architecture is shifting from control to coordination• Scale doesn’t have to dilute design intent when systems are right• Long-term relationships outperform short-term winsChapters:00:00 – Introduction to BKK Architects03:20 – Why joint ventures are becoming more common08:45 – Leadership dynamics in collaborative models14:10 – Trust, governance, and decision-making19:30 – Designing at scale without losing integrity25:40 – Lessons learned from complex partnerships30:00 – The future of collaboration in architectureSound Bites / Quotes:“Joint ventures work best when there’s absolute clarity on intent and responsibility.”“You can’t collaborate effectively without trust — and trust takes time.”“Design quality doesn’t disappear at scale; it just requires stronger frameworks.”Referenced in This Episode:Practice & Collaboration• BKK Architectshttps://www.bkk.com.au• Australian Institute of Architects – Practice & Collaboration Resourceshttps://www.architecture.com.au/explore/practice• Joint Ventures in Construction & Design (Infrastructure Australia) https://www.infrastructureaustralia.gov.auLeadership & Governance• Harvard Business Review – Collaborative Leadership https://hbr.org/topic/collaboration• Governance in Professional Partnerships (AICD)https://www.aicd.com.auDesigning at Scale• Design Quality Frameworks – Office of the NSW Government Architect https://www.governmentarchitect.nsw.gov.au• Large-Scale Project Delivery & Integrated Teams (McKinsey Insights) https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/operations/our-insightsLET’S BE Connected📸 https://www.facebook.com/beinspiredcommunity/📱https://www.linkedin.com/company/beinspiredpodcast📸https://www.instagram.com/beconnected_podcast/🎧https://open.spotify.com/show/5DbuoR8Ztq3sGYa5rrKzq7🔗https://www.youtube.com/@BEInspiredPodcast🎵 https://www.tiktok.com/@beconnectedpodcast🌍My website - https://be-connected.co/
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    1 ora e 10 min
  • Growing Beyond | Industry Leader Series EP01 with Nik Tabain

    Growing Beyond | Industry Leader Series EP01 with Nik Tabain
    Jan 7 2026
    Episode Title: Industry Leaders SeriesGuest: Nik Tabain – National Managing Partner, Gray PuksandWhat does leadership really look like when industries areunder pressure to evolve?In This Episode:In this episode of Growing Beyond – Industry Leaders Series, Seton sits down with Nik, an experienced industry leader, to unpack real-world leadership, decision-making under pressure, and what it takes to build impact that lasts.We dive into:• Nik’s leadership journey and industry experience• What effective leadership looks like beyond titles• Making tough decisions in complex environments• Leading people through change and uncertainty• Building culture, accountability, and long-term thinking• Lessons for emerging and senior leadersConnect and Follow Nik TabainLinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/in/niktabainWebsite: https://www.graypuksand.com.au/Takeaways:• Strong leadership is built on clarity and trust• Long-term impact requires intentional decision-making• Culture plays a critical role in business performance• Leaders must balance people, pressure, and purpose• Growth happens when leaders stay grounded and adaptableChapters:00:00 - Introduction to Psychological Safety04:45 - The Importance of Psychological Safety in the Workplace10:17 - Operational Excellence and Team Dynamics13:16 - The Role of Leadership in Fostering Safety18:40 - The Human Element in Organizational Success22:20 - Burnout: Understanding and Addressing the Issue23:31 - Navigating Unsafe Environments24:36 - Understanding Artificial Harmony27:40 - The Power of Post-Heroic Leadership30:45 - Creating Psychological Safety in Teams35:15 - Empowerment and Personal Responsibility41:17 - Resources for Building Better TeamsSound Bites / Quotes:“Leadership isn’t about having the loudest voice — it’s about making theclearest decisions.”“People don’t follow strategy; they follow trust.”“Sustainable growth comes from consistency, not quick wins.”– Nik TabainReferenced in This Episode:· Situational Leadership Model – Paul Hersey & Ken Blanchard https://www.kenblanchard.com/Solutions/Situational-Leadership· Servant Leadership – Robert K. Greenleafhttps://www.greenleaf.org/what-is-servant-leadership/· Adaptive Leadership – Ronald Heifetzhttps://www.hks.harvard.edu/centers/cpl/programs/adaptive-leadership· The Five Dysfunctions of a Team – Patrick Lencionihttps://www.tablegroup.com/books/the-five-dysfunctions-of-a-team/· Start With Why – Simon Sinekhttps://simonsinek.com/books/start-with-why/· Good to Great – Jim Collinshttps://www.jimcollins.com/books/good-to-great/· Long-Term Value Creation (McKinsey Insights)https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/strategy-and-corporate-finance/our-insightsLET’S BE Connected📸 https://www.facebook.com/beinspiredcommunity/📱https://www.linkedin.com/company/beinspiredpodcast📸https://www.instagram.com/beconnected_podcast/🎧https://open.spotify.com/show/5DbuoR8Ztq3sGYa5rrKzq7🔗https://www.youtube.com/@BEInspiredPodcast🎵https://www.tiktok.com/@beconnectedpodcast🌍My website - https://be-connected.co/
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    55 min
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