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.

From building businesses in Kiribati to serving his community through faith, Kanaan Ngutu’s journey shows what it means to lead with purpose. His story is one of grounded ambition, where entrepreneurship, service and belief all come together.

In this episode, Dominic de Moura McCarthy and Kanaan talk about the role of giving back in leadership, what it takes to start something from scratch in a small island economy and why true influence begins with community. Kanaan shares lessons from his work, his setbacks and the vision that keeps him moving forward.

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.

In this episode of Not Just Leadership, Dominic de Moura McCarthy explores the theme of purpose. What drives us, grounds us and gives meaning to the way we lead. Drawing on his own experience volunteering in Portugal, Dominic reflects on how purpose isn’t something we find once, but something we live through consistent action and service.

He unpacks how clarity of purpose helps us navigate change, stay aligned with our values and inspire others to do the same. Drawing on ideas from Simon Sinek’s Start With Why, this episode invites listeners to reconnect with their “why”, the deeper reason behind their goals and leadership journeys.

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.

In this episode of Not Just Leadership, Dominic de Moura McCarthy sits down with Lorenly Tahitala Matetau from Wallis and Futuna to talk about leadership, education and culture. Now studying in Australia through the Australia Awards program, Lorenly shares her journey of stepping beyond her island home, the challenges of adapting to a new environment and the lessons that have shaped her story.

This conversation explores how courage, persistence and connection have shaped her path, from growing up in a small Pacific community to representing Wallis and Futuna abroad. Lorenly also reflects on what leadership means to her and her village, the value of education and why giving back to her community remains at the heart of her journey.

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.

In this episode of Not Just Leadership, Dominic de Moura McCarthy explores the idea of volunteering, through both community service and as leadership through action. Drawing on his experiences across the Pacific and around the globe, Dominic reflects on how service is one of the purest expressions of leadership.

He shares personal stories from his time working alongside youth and local communities, as well as touching on the state of volunteering in Australia, where over five million people give their time each year for local causes. Through these reflections, Dominic unpacks why volunteering is about humility, shared purpose and the willingness to lead by serving others.

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.

In this episode of Not Just Leadership, Dominic de Moura McCarthy sits down with Daniel Nieto to explore what courage, growth and self-awareness look like in leadership. From his early years in Colombia to his journey building a life and career in Australia, Daniel shares how resilience and purpose have shaped the way he leads today.

This conversation goes beyond achievements, talking about the power of networking, the courage to show up and the importance of building a community that lifts others as you grow. Daniel reflects on the moments that tested his character and the lessons that continue to guide his leadership 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.