The DecIsion Doctor with Paul Gordon

A new podcast series from Catalyze

In our daily lives, the decisions we make define us, creating the experiences we’ve had and the future ahead. However, research suggests people regret more than a fifth of their decisions. Over a lifetime, that can equate to hundreds of thousands of regrets. We know decisions are often complex, can involve multiple people, produce various outcomes, and call upon leadership and experience. There is a way to make decisions that feel right and stick.

The Decision Clinic is a new podcast series hosted by Paul Gordon, CEO and Founder of Catalyze APAC. Paul is the author of Hard Decisions Made Easy and has over fifteen years’ experience leading decision-making transformation in organisation around the world. The Decision Clinic will help you learn how to overcome problems by making great decisions. Listen as Paul sits down with real people to discuss and diagnose their decision challenges.

Episode 9  – Will Cosby

Deep dive into data-driven decisions and de-mystifying AI with Will Cosby

In this episode Will and Paul have a thought-provoking conversation about the evolving relationship between AI and decision-making. Will shares insights from his unique career path, moving from exploring the mysteries of the universe to diving deep into data-driven decisions and de-mystifying AI. They also explore how uncertainty is a barrier to decision making, how not knowing enough about the problem and deferring a decision can often lead to better outcomes.

Episode 8  – Nick Timmings

Nick Timmings and his Journey to Becoming an Olympian

From his early days in athletics to racing down the Skeleton track at breakneck speeds, Nick shares with Paul his incredible journey to becoming an Olympian. He dives into the world of split-second decisions that can make or break a race, offering insights and lessons that extend beyond the track. Tune in to hear Nick’s inspiring story, his approach to high-stakes decision-making, and what it takes to compete at the highest level.

Episode 7  – Salem and Melissa Domiat

Health, Wellness and Longevity with Salem and Melissa Domiati

Longevity seekers, Salem and Melissa Domiati are passionate about health, wellness and in particular, longevity. In this episode, they explore living life to the fullest as you grow into the later years. Have you ever thought of the age you want to be on your final birthday? Are you setting yourself up now so that your future self is mentally strong with a great memory and will die healthy? Learn more on this episode of The Decision Clinic.

Episode 6  –  Judi Thomson

Starting your first Company with Judi Thomson

Judi Wineland started her first safari company with a $300 investment over 40 years ago and never looked back. In this episode Judi talks about how passion drove her decision making to ultimately become one of the world’s best safari outfitters (rated by Travel and Leisure magazine).

Episode 5  – Emilya Colliver

Tackling the interconnection between two separate solutions with Emilya Colliver

Emilya Colliver is Art Pharmacy & Sugar Glider’s highly respected Founder and CEO. With over 20 years of experience in the art world across the public and private sectors, Emilya is driven by her passion for supporting Australian art in a global landscape, and the practitioners who create it. Emila shares challenges such as allocating resources and customer communication strategies with Paul in this episode.

    Episode 4 – Damian Kernahan

    Deciding to put customer understanding ahead of strategy

    Customers are affected by every decision an organisation makes. Whether it be an investment on new products, services, infrastructure or technology, ultimately if the investment decision isn’t at the heart of the customers’ needs then their experience will be impacted. In this episode, Paul sits down with Damian Kernahan who faces a unique and very relatable problem – bringing customer experience to the forefront of an organisations strategic decisions. Damian co-founded Proto in 2008 to help large organisations truly understand their customers, so they can deliver outstanding service solutions and experiences.

    Episode 3 – Julia Cookson

    Sharpening the focus on sexual exploitation

    Paul sits down with Julia Cookson, Chair of Project Respect an organisation whose primary mission is to support women in the sex industry, including women who have experienced trafficking and advocate for the structural change needed to end all forms of sexual exploitation.

    Episode 2 – Rob Caslick

    At a not-for-profit crossroads

    Rob Caslick is the founder of Two Good Co – a business supporting, empowering, and employing women with lived experience of homelessness, domestic violence and complex trauma. As the business grows, so does the responsibility to stabilise revenue and maintain a viable business for staff and stakeholders. In this podcast Paul works through Rob’s decision ailment and strategically uncovers the root cause to help Rob pinpoint what he truly values.

    Episode 1 – Dr Susan McGinty

    Breakthrough and create real impact

    Paul Gordon sits down with Dr Susan McGinty, an award-winning scientist and highly regarded leader and leadership coach, with 25 years’ experience in STEM, Defence and National Security. Susan is on a mission to transform the profile of leadership for women in STEM- and security-related organisations.

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