Victimisation is a mindset that can quietly shape how we see ourselves and the world around us. In this episode, Dominic de Moura McCarthy unpacks how slipping into a victim mentality limits our leadership, our confidence and our ability to move forward. He reflects on the moments when blame, disappointment or unfairness can lock us in place, and what it looks like to break free from that cycle.

Through personal reflection and honest conversation, Dominic explores what it means to shift from “Why me?” to “What now?” and transform setbacks into growth. This episode challenges listeners to recognise when they’ve given away their agency, and how to take it back with humility, strength and hope.

Not Just Leadership is proudly presented by the Global Institute for Leadership. Each week we bring honest conversations and reflections from across the Pacific, Latin America and Australia, because leadership is more than a title, it’s a journey.

Language shapes connection and connection creates opportunity. In this episode, Dominic de Moura McCarthy sits down with Malik Oedin from New Caledonia and Fiolino Sinemoni Mavaetau from Wallis and Futuna to talk about the power of languages, leadership and global opportunity.

Together, they share the story behind the EnglishEquip project, an initiative helping young people in the French Pacific build confidence in English and access international education and local employment pathways. The conversation dives into why communication matters, how language can open doors and what drives both Malik and Fiolino to keep serving their communities through their work.

Not Just Leadership is proudly presented by the Global Institute for Leadership. Each week we bring honest conversations and reflections from across the Pacific, Latin America and Australia, because leadership is more than a title, it’s a journey.

Excellence isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence. In this episode, Dominic de Moura McCarthy reflects on what it means to carry a spirit of excellence in everything we do. From the smallest details to the biggest opportunities, excellence is a mindset that values intention, consistency and integrity.

Drawing on timeless lessons about stewardship and using our talents well, Dominic explores how striving for excellence transforms ordinary moments into meaningful ones. It’s not about doing more, rather it’s about doing what matters, well. Through personal reflections and practical insights, this episode challenges listeners to raise their standard, not for recognition, but as an act of gratitude and purpose.

Not Just Leadership is proudly presented by the Global Institute for Leadership. Each week we bring honest conversations and reflections from across the Pacific, Latin America and Australia, because leadership is more than a title, it’s a journey.