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The Inner Game Podcast (Episode 2): Jody Fitzgerald, Australian Retirement Trust

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Episode #2 of The Inner Game Podcast is out now, and it's a must-listen!

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In this episode, Yolanda sits down with Jody Fitzgerald, Head of Investment Resilience & Planning at Australian Retirement Trust (ART). Jody offers a deeply insightful conversation about resilience—not just the investment resilience she cultivates in her role at ART, but the personal resilience she's built throughout her life.

Growing up in a small country town, Jody credits her parents for fostering independence and decision-making skills from a young age. This upbringing shaped her leadership style, where resilience, empathy, and a commitment to learning are at the core of her success. Jody's passion for becoming a better version of herself fuels both her innovative thinking and her ability to lead with empathy.

From personal anecdotes to professional insights, Jody shares her journey, mindset, and the values that drive her. This episode offers a powerful narrative for anyone aspiring to build a flourishing investment career and is packed with lessons on overcoming challenges, leading with empathy, and the importance of continuous growth.

Jody's Top 3 Favourites:

  • Favourite public thinker: Jody doesn’t have a single favourite public thinker. Instead, she reflects on how the leaders she’s worked with—both good and bad—have had a far greater influence on her.
  • All-time favourite book: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as if Your Life Depended on It by Chris Voss. Jody also loves listening to different chapters on Audible for quick, on-the-go negotiation techniques.
  • Go-to podcast: The Paul Taylor Podcast, which focuses on the mind, health, and science—perfect for anyone looking to explore how to optimize their life and performance.

Tune in to hear Jody's inspiring reflections on resilience, leadership, and how to continually evolve as a person and professional.

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