Get Jasched
Get Jasched is where bold, emotionally intelligent leaders come to hear the conversations that others shy away from.Hosted by leadership and wellbeing consultant Jess Jasch, this weekly podcast dives into the real stories, practices, and challenges of modern leadership - with a focus on emotional depth, embodied presence, mental wellbeing, and powerful communication.Whether you lead teams, movements, clients, or just yourself, these conversations will expand your thinking and support your growth.Expect interviews, solo deep dives, and unexpected insights that connect the personal with the professional - because how you lead yourself is how you lead everything.Visit...
Ep 208 - Why Multitasking Is Draining Your Energy and Focus
Ever finish a workday feeling exhausted, despite not making meaningful progress on the things that matter most?
The problem might not be your workload.
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess explores the concept of attention residue - a phenomenon identified by researcher Sophie Leroy that explains why constantly switching between emails, meetings, messages, and projects can leave us feeling mentally drained and less effective.
Drawing on both research and personal experience, Jess unpacks:
What attention residue is and why it mattersWhy multitasking often feels productive but isn'tHow task switching impacts energy...Ep 207 - Delayed Gratification, Motivation, and the Art of Keeping Going
We live in a world that rewards immediacy.
Instant messages. Instant updates. Instant feedback.
So what happens when the things that matter most take months - or even years - to come to life?
In this episode, Jess reflects on completing her Master's degree, finalising her upcoming book, and navigating the reality of long-term projects that require faith, patience, and persistence long before the rewards arrive.
This conversation explores:
• Why delayed gratification is becoming a lost skill in modern life
• How to stay motivated when progress feels invisible
• The importance of creati...
Ep 206 - Removing Barriers to Movement: Disability, Exercise & The Power of Listening with Sam Godbold
What if movement wasn’t about perfection, aesthetics, or “gym culture”, but about improving someone’s quality of life?
In this episode, Jess sits down with Sam Godbold, senior exercise physiologist and clinic manager at Hiya Health, to talk about disability, chronic illness, exercise, communication, and the importance of removing barriers to movement.
Together, they unpack:
Why exercise looks different for everybodyThe emotional and psychological barriers people experience around movementHow disability, injury, and chronic illness can impact identity and confidenceWhy listening matters more than assumingThe role of communication in healthcare and wellbeingHow small, consistent progress...Ep 205 - You Don’t Have the Same 24 Hours: Energy Management, Burnout & The Truth About “Busy”
If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly trying to catch up, squeeze more in, or somehow “optimise” every second of your day… this episode is for you.
In this conversation, Jess unpacks the pressure business owners and leaders place on themselves around productivity, time management, and hustle culture - and why the idea that “we all have the same 24 hours” is simply not true.
After navigating an intensely full season of life, Jess shares a more honest conversation around energy management, burnout, neurodivergence, boundaries, and understanding how you actually function.
This episode explor...
Ep 204 - Why your brain fixates on the negative (and how to use this in work and life)
Your brain is doing exactly what it’s designed to do, even when it sometimes feels a little broken.
In this episode, I’m unpacking something that affects all of us: negative bias - why one awkward moment, one piece of feedback, or one “off” interaction can feel louder than everything that went right.
We’ll talk about:
Why your brain naturally focuses on the negativeHow this shows up at work, in leadership, and in everyday lifeThe hidden impact on confidence, decision-making, and team cultureSimple, practical ways to rebalance your thinking (without toxic positivity)This isn...
Ep 203 - Why Good People Leave: Communication, Recognition & Leadership with Karen Kirton
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess sits down with HR consultant Karen Kirton to unpack one of the biggest challenges facing workplaces today: communication.
From employee engagement surveys and leadership blind spots to gossip, trust, neurodivergence, and the difference between talking at people versus truly listening, this conversation dives deep into what actually creates healthy workplace culture.
Karen shares what she’s learned from more than 20 years in HR and nearly a decade leading Amplify HR, including:
The most common reasons employees feel dissatisfied at workWhy communication consistently ranks as one of the biggest wo...Ep 202 - Mental Health, Community & Talking About it with Casey Lyons
What does it take to turn personal loss into a national movement for change?
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess is joined by Casey Lyons, CEO and co-founder of LIVIN - a mental health education charity on a mission to create a future where suicide is no longer the leading cause of death for young Australians.
Founded in memory of Casey’s best mate, LIVIN has now impacted over 340,000 people across schools, workplaces, and communities nationwide.
In this conversation, Jess and Casey explore:
How LIVIN began and the reality of building so...Ep 201 - Why Great Leaders Encourage Questions: Building a Culture of Clarity, Trust & Performance
What kind of culture are you creating when someone asks a question?
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores a critical (and often overlooked) leadership skill: creating a workplace culture where questions are welcomed, not judged, dismissed, or punished.
Because when people don’t feel safe to ask questions, they stay silent… and they also second-guess, make avoidable mistakes, lose confidence, and ultimately underperform.
Jess breaks down why encouraging clarifying questions leads to stronger comprehension, better decision-making, and more empowered teams, and how leaders can unintentionally shut this down, especially under stre...
Ep 200: 6 Powerful Lessons on Leadership, Consistency & Not Overthinking It
200 episodes. Nearly 6 years. And a whole lot of lessons in between.
In this milestone episode of Get Jasched, Jess reflects on what it really takes to build something meaningful over time, without burning out, overthinking, or chasing the “perfect” strategy.
From starting a podcast during COVID-19 to evolving it into a platform for real, honest conversations, this episode unpacks 6 powerful lessons that apply far beyond podcasting - into leadership, business, creativity, and personal growth.
Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
Why overthinking is holding you back (and what to do instead)How to bui...Ep 199 - Proactive Mindfulness for Leaders: How to Build Resilience Before Stress Hits
Most leaders only turn to mindfulness when stress is already overwhelming.
But what if the real power of mindfulness isn’t reactive, but more in a preventative approach?
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess explores the science and lived experience behind proactive mindfulness, and why practicing before stress hits can fundamentally change how you lead, decide, and respond under pressure.
Drawing on research from high-stress environments (including Defence settings), Jess breaks down:
Why mindfulness is more effective when practiced proactively, not just in crisisHow consistent practices like breathwork and awareness training improve em...Ep 198 - Money Stress, Smart Structures & Staying Sane in Tough Times with Peter Ristevski
In this episode of Get Jasched, I’m joined by Australian entrepreneur and “One Percent Accountant,” Peter Ristevski, for a grounded, real-world conversation on navigating financial pressure as a business owner without sacrificing your wellbeing.
With rising costs, economic uncertainty, and increasing pressure from external systems, many leaders are feeling stretched, reactive, and overwhelmed. Peter brings nearly 30 years of experience to unpack what’s actually happening behind the scenes, and what smart business owners are doing differently.
We explore the intersection of financial strategy and emotional resilience, including how stress impacts decision-making, why avoidance can cost you more...
Ep 197 - How to Reduce Mental Load and Overwhelm: Simple Systems That Actually Work
We talk a lot about stress, overwhelm, and “having too much on”… but rarely do we talk about the small, practical systems that actually reduce the mental load behind it all.
In this episode, I’m breaking down one simple shift that can create more ease in your day—without needing more time, more money, or more productivity hacks.
From creating repeatable routines (yes, even something as basic as laundry) to using reminders and simple structures that support your brain instead of overloading it, this is about working with your mind—not against it.
Ep 196 - Why Leaders Struggle to Implement Wellbeing (And the First Step to Start)
Most leaders know workplace wellbeing matters.
They talk about it.
They believe in it.
They want better resilience, healthier teams, and less stress at work.
But when it comes to actually implementing wellbeing practices, many leaders feel stuck.
The goal feels clear, but the path there can feel overwhelming.
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores why wellbeing initiatives in leadership often stall before they begin, and what leaders can do to break that cycle.
Drawing on principles of mindfulness, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence, Jess unpacks why effective leadership...
Announcing: Get Jasched Meditation+ monthly subscription podcast
Struggle to find mindfulness in your busy life?
I've worked my entire career helping business owners, Defence members, and athletes find ways to practice mindfulness and meditation in ways that felt accessible to them.
Because of this, I'm so excited to announce the podcast subscription side of Get Jasched - Get Jasched Meditation+, a monthly subscription to a library of guided meditations and mindfulness moments.
I use deliberate language choices and structure, and practices that are research-backed so you can find your own practice of mindfulness and meditation - helping you to explore th...
Ep 195 - Leading Through Overwhelm: Communication strategies for stressed teams
Modern workplaces are full of noise, urgency, and constant information. And when people feel overwhelmed, communication is often the first thing to break down.
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores how leaders can communicate with greater clarity and calm when teams are stressed, distracted, or operating at cognitive overload.
Drawing on research from Cognitive Load Theory and studies on emotional contagion in teams, this episode unpacks why overwhelmed brains struggle to process information — and why leadership communication needs to adapt.
You’ll learn:
Why stress and cognitive overload reduce peop...Ep 194 - How somatic awareness improves leadership and decision-making
What if your leadership challenges are just as much physiological as they are strategic?
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores how somatic awareness — your ability to notice what’s happening in your body — directly impacts leadership presence, stress regulation, and decision-making.
Drawing on research in embodied cognition and interoception, Jess breaks down why leadership skills require this nervous system skillset.
You’ll learn:
How your body signals stress before your mind catches upWhy “gut instinct” is grounded in neuroscienceHow interoception improves emotional intelligence and regulationThe role of nervous system regulation i...Ep 193 - You Can’t Delegate Wellbeing: Why leaders must do the inner work too
Can leaders delegate wellbeing?
Many organisations invest in mindfulness programs, wellbeing initiatives, and culture-building workshops for their teams. But there’s one critical mistake that quietly undermines all of it:
Leaders who outsource wellbeing… without practicing it themselves.
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores why workplace wellbeing efforts fall flat when leaders don’t engage in their own self-awareness, stress regulation, and reflective leadership practices.
You’ll learn:
Why culture change is shaped most by those with authorityThe power dynamic leaders must acknowledgeHow “throwing wellbeing at the tea...Ep 192 - Stop Moving the Goalposts: How great leaders communicate for real support
Are you unintentionally moving the goalposts on your team?
Many leaders are visionary — full of ideas, strategy, and momentum. But without clear communication, even the strongest vision can create confusion, disengagement, and burnout.
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores one of the most overlooked leadership skills: clearly communicating what you need so your team can actually support you.
You’ll learn:
Why constantly shifting expectations erodes trust and motivationHow to guide your team without micromanagingThe leadership balance between direction and autonomyHow clarity reduces workplace stress and increases performanceWhy business is more...Ep 191 - Being vs Doing: Why how you show up matters just as much as your strategy
At the beginning of a new year, it’s easy to feel pressure to have everything planned, mapped, and moving already.
But what if how you are being matters just as much — if not more — than what you’re doing?
In this solo episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores the tension between strategy and embodiment, and why relying solely on plans, frameworks, and lists can leave us feeling disconnected from the very outcomes we’re trying to create.
You’ll hear reflections on:
- The difference between being and doing in leadership a...
Ep 190 - The Emotional Economy: How to lead with empathy without burning out
In this solo episode of Get Jasched, Jess Jasch explores the emotional economy of leadership — the invisible emotional labour many leaders carry as they support teams, manage uncertainty, and hold space for others.
Drawing on emotional labour theory (Hochschild), emotion regulation research, and insights from wellbeing science, this episode unpacks why empathy has become a core leadership currency — and how overusing it without boundaries leads to burnout, resentment, and emotional exhaustion.
You’ll learn:
What emotional labour actually is (and why most leaders underestimate it)
Why women, people leaders, and neurodivergent leaders often...
Ep 189 - Psychological Safety Isn’t a Tick-Box: Leadership, risk & workplace culture with Ebony Dignan
Psychological safety is now written into workplace legislation — but what does that actually mean for leaders, managers, and teams in practice?
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess is joined by Ebony Dignan, Director of EJD Advisory, for a grounded, practical conversation about psychological safety, leadership responsibility, and workplace culture — and why compliance alone is never enough.
Ebony brings her expertise in governance, risk management, and advisory work to unpack how organisations can move beyond box-ticking exercises and into real behavioural change that supports both people and performance.
Together, we explore:
What psyc...Ep 188 - Women, Worth & Wellness: Rewriting the rules of leadership, money and self-care with Nancy Griffin
What happens when women stop giving themselves away — and start making themselves the priority?
In this powerful and deeply grounded conversation, I’m joined by Nancy Griffin, CEO and Founder of Women, Worth and Wellness, a pioneering organisation supporting women’s financial wellbeing, health, and leadership since the early 1990s.
Together, we explore what it truly means for women to step up and step out — not by doing more, but by valuing themselves as their greatest asset. Nancy shares decades of insight working with women around wealth, wellbeing, partnership dynamics, and leadership, and why health must com...
Ep 187 - End-of-year rest & renewal: What you actually need right now
As the year draws to a close, many of us feel caught in a push–pull: wanting to wrap things up, while also desperately needing rest.
In this final episode of Get Jasched for the year, Jess offers a gentle, grounded reflection on navigating the end-of-year period with more self-trust, clarity, and compassion — especially after what has been a heavy year for so many.
This episode explores:
- Why end-of-year overwhelm is so common (and so human)
- The tension between slowing down and needing to keep going
- How to release pressure with...
Ep 186 - A regenerative approach to brand, growth & success with Katey Harris
In this deeply honest and necessary conversation, I’m joined by former lawyer turned sustainable fashion founder and brand strategist Katey Harris to unpack what’s really happening beneath the surface for small business owners right now.
We dive into:
- Why small businesses are burning out at record levels
- The real impact of comparison with big corporations
- Why price and convenience are killing local communities
- The myth of “hustle = success”
- How brand, values, and community connection are actually your biggest competitive advantage
- The difference between sustaina...
Ep 185 - Astrology, anxiety & burnout: Finding yourself again with Rhianna Jade
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess speaks with Rhianna Jade – an astrologer and holistic psychotherapist with 10 years’ experience as a registered psychologist in Australia – about how astrology and psychology can work together to support our mental health, emotional wellbeing and leadership.
Rhianna has spent years helping people move through anxiety, burnout, grief, shame and identity loss. In this conversation, she and Jess dive into how high-achievers, entrepreneurs and caregivers often end up in imposter syndrome, over-giving and compassion fatigue, and how tools like astrology, nervous-system awareness and simple daily rituals can help us come back to ourselves.
T...
Ep 184 - The Trust Recession: How we lead, buy, and connect when everyone's on edge with Chelsea Quint
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess is joined by Chelsea Quint – Business Whisperer, messaging strategist, copywriter, and host of The Resonance Effect – for a deep dive into what she calls the “trust recession.”
Together, Jess and Chelsea explore:
What the trust recession actually is, and how it’s showing up in online business, leadership, and everyday relationshipsWhy people are more risk-averse than ever – from leaving jobs to hiring, buying, or speaking up at workHow chronic vigilance, burnout and nervous system overload are eroding our sense of safety, connection and belongingThe tension between values, politics and...Ep 183 - The calm advantage: How to lead with clarity and resilience
Calm is often sold to leaders as “don’t be emotional” — especially to women and marginalised folks. But real calm isn’t about shutting down how you feel. It’s about choosing when calm serves, and when your emotion needs to be fully present in the room.
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess unpacks The Calm Advantage as a leadership skill: not permanent zen, but regulated presence. The kind that lets you respond instead of react, hold boundaries without burning out, and anchor your team when things move fast.
We explore:
What calm ac...Ep 182 - The simple way to handle misunderstandings [THROWBACK]
In this throwback episode (in a video from February 2020! - before the pod even existed!) we get right to the point of misunderstandings and why what MANY people do isn't helpful (and potentially even harmful).
The answer is this... Open communication invites deeper understanding & dissolves unnecessary conflict, but you've got to lead by example.
Listen to episode 182 of the Get Jasched podcast on Apple Podcasts & Spotify, or watch in full on YouTube!
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Ep 181 - The power of presence in fast-paced environments
In a world where speed is celebrated and stillness feels impossible, presence has become a leadership advantage.
In this episode, we explore what presence actually means - beyond mindfulness buzzwords - and why it’s the single most stabilising skill in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
You’ll learn how presence shapes clarity, communication, and emotional regulation, and how a leader’s state directly impacts the performance and wellbeing of their team.
We unpack the science behind why presence works - from attentional control to co-regulation - and share practical ways to bring it into your day-to-day leadership rhythm...
Ep 180 - Mindfulness & Resilience: The hidden drivers of high performance
What if your greatest performance edge isn’t about doing more, but being more aware?
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess explores how mindfulness strengthens resilience — not by eliminating stress, but by transforming how we respond to it.
You’ll learn:
- The science behind mindfulness and resilience (and why awareness is the foundation of adaptability)
- How mindful leaders create calmer, higher-performing teams
- Simple, practical ways to build presence and recovery into your workday
This isn’t about sitting still or meditating for hours — it’s about...
Ep 179 - Beyond the footy field: Leading women’s wellbeing in high-performance environments with Morgan Te Oka
What does it really take to lead with care and integrity inside high-performance environments?
In this episode of Get Jasched, Jess is joined by Morgan Te Oka, a wellbeing professional working with women in NRL teams, to explore what true leadership and wellbeing look like behind the scenes of elite sport.
Together they discuss:
The invisible load women carry in high-performance systems
How leadership culture shapes wellbeing outcomes
The power of advocacy, boundaries, and clear communication
What workplaces can learn from sport about sustainable performance and care
This conversation brings heart, honesty...
Ep 178 - Integration: THE skill for authentic leadership
You can learn, train, reflect and grow—but if you don’t integrate, nothing sticks. In this episode, I talk about what integration really looks like, how to apply it to your emotional and leadership growth, and why it’s the missing link in most coaching and workplace systems.
Listen to or watch episode 178 of the Get Jasched podcast now.
#leadership #wellbeing #integration #authenticity #leadershipdevelopment
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Ep 177 - How comfort zones can sabotage your goals
Comfort zones feel safe... but they also keep you small.
Comfort isn't always safe, and expansion isn’t always easy. This episode is a challenge and an invitation to step beyond what’s familiar, explore new edges, and stop letting fear dress up as "being realistic."
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Ep 176 - What does 'being embodied' actually mean, and why it matters in leadership
“Embodiment” isn’t just yoga speak.
It’s a leadership skill. It’s a nervous system tool. It’s a practice of presence that changes the way you communicate, decide, and relate.
This episode breaks it all down—no fluff, all truth.
Listen to episode 176 of Get Jasched on Apple Podcasts + Spotify, and watch the episode in full on YouTube.
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Ep 175 - Over-Planning vs. Self-Trust: How to Lead Effectively
If you’re over-planning your way out of trusting yourself... this episode is a must.
Structure isn’t bad. But when planning becomes a coping mechanism, you lose the magic of self-trust.
🎧 In episode 175 of the Get Jasched podcast, I’m sharing:
— The difference between control and clarity
— Why over-preparing blocks embodiment
— How to rebuild internal trust (without losing momentum)
You don’t need another colour-coded plan (or not JUST that)... you need to learn to trust yourself. In this episode, I talk about the sneaky ways over-planning kil...
Ep 174 - Somatics & Stress: Co-regulating nervous systems with Stacey Louise
Burnout, reactivity, overwhelm are not just about workload. And they don't just happen to adults. It’s a nervous system response, and there are plenty of environments where this work is so helpful in order to navigate fear. In this guest conversation with Stacey Louise, owner of Calm Fairies and a yoga therapist in children's hospital wards, we hear about her experiences helping children navigate stress and fear in medical settings. With this information, we dive into how somatic awareness and regulation can change how you lead, respond, and relate, especially under pressure.
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If you’re exhausted from trying to be liked, this is your wake-up call. We break down how people-pleasing shows up in your leadership voice, why it’s rooted in safety strategies, and how to shift into authentic authority.
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Ep 172 - Leadership Boundaries: Building community without the burnout
We hear “set boundaries” all the time—but what does that actually mean when you lead people, hold responsibility, and want to stay connected? This episode gets into the nuance of setting strong, flexible boundaries without shutting down or selling out.
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Ep 171 - Burnout and masking: Neurodivergent, 'high-performing' women in leadership
Neurodivergent women in leadership face unique burnout challenges due to masking. Symptoms like emotional flatness, decision fatigue, & hyperawareness are often missed, leading to shame. It's time to reframe leadership standards. Is performative leadership impacting your wellbeing?
It doesn’t always look like collapsing—it often looks like coping. In this episode, I unpack how burnout shows up subtly in high-functioning, emotional leaders—and what you can do to recover without losing your edge.
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Ep 170 - How faith ministry can be used for education and empowerment: Susan Pickering takes us to real church
Leadership isn’t linear - and getting it “wrong” is part of the path, including how we learn and shift our understanding of what has always been 'how we've taught it'.
In this episode, I talk with Susan Pickering about her experience as a Uniting Church Minister, where she navigated exploring her own understanding of theology, how some things have been taught more to control than to inspire and empower, how she addressed bigotry and ministered in support of equal rights, and what she's doing about it in her work. It’s honest, real, and full of growth.<...
