Leaders -
Do you have your sh*t together?

Improve your physical and mental wellbeing and be more effective at work and at home.

What you can
expect

What makes a great leader today is different from what made them in the past.

Many leaders work incredibly hard at driving performance and productivity at all costs. And while it might get results short-term, it’s at the detriment of long-term performance and employee wellbeing.

In more recent times, the importance of taking care of the wellbeing of staff has come to the forefront – not just because we’re more aware of anxiety, depression and other mental health concerns, but because it’s better for business. Productivity is higher, staff stay longer and new talent is easier to attract.

No longer can leaders just focus on performance. Now they must give equal attention to helping to enhance the wellbeing of their staff.

Leaders need to walk the walk when it comes to wellbeing.

They need to get their own sh*t together before they focus on helping their team members. They need to change their own habits and develop positive and long-term habits to live a healthier life, physically, mentally and emotionally.

But anyone who has tried to go on a diet or start an exercise program knows that sustaining new habits for more than a few weeks or months is not easy.

What gets in the way of building and sustaining new more positive healthy habits?

In this book you’ll discover the secrets of ‘getting your own sh*t together’, and unpick the complex relationship between wellbeing, mental health and leadership.

I talk to some Australian legends including Cadel Evans, Andrew Gaze, Carolyn Creswell and Sam Gash about their own approach to mental and physical health and the link between wellbeing and high performance. I demystify ‘wellbeing’ and break it down into simple actions and routines you can implement – and start seeing the effects – straight away.

‘Leaders — Do you have your sh*t together?’ is now available. Order your copy today.

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Recent
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“I absolutely love Hayden’s humility, honesty and humour. It is easy to connect with Hayden’s delicate blend of theory, science and personal experience. He makes complex concepts simple and easily applicable in our lives. There is no magic pill but if you do the hard work it will change your life, like Hayden has helped change mine.”

“Part personal wellbeing, part team wellbeing, Hayden has curated a guide from a treasure trove of historical research that is useful to both new or experienced leaders.”

"The unique perspective of the book comes from how Hayden weaves together his broad life experiences, including as an aspiring professional tennis player, with the expertise he gained as a senior executive, along with his work as a highly qualified organisational psychologist. As you will find out, Hayden has had to deal with a lot of shit, both his own and other people’s, and this book provides an inspiring and trustworthy guide to how you can get yours together."

"I've had the pleasure of seeing first hand the unique ability of Hayden to support leaders grow and support their people to be the best versions of themselves. His ability to translate the knowledge of the world's foremost thinkers into practical actions for leaders across business, sports and the arts has been transformational. By rolling up his own life lessons with those of other high achieving Australians in the one book, Hayden gives us all a better chance of getting our s*%t together!"

“A perfectly timed book. The martyr leaders of the 90s who valued presentism over all else are fading into irrelevance. This book shows why. An easy read that brings together science and real-world examples to celebrate a new breed of leadership which puts self-care center stage for a successful career.”

"This book could not be more timely. Leaders during the COVID pandemic have had to focus squarely on well-being - both their own and that of their teams. This book equips these leaders with the basic building blocks for how to lead in a way that is sustainable for their physical and mental health."

“The importance of health and well being and the link to culture and effective leadership has never been more apparent (we can thank the pandemic for that!). As leaders we must lean into this and get it right, for ourselves and for our organisations. Hayden’s book lays out the facts and the roadmap for success – it’s essential reading for a healthy, happy, and successful workplace.”

A snapshot of what’s inside

Watch as Author Hayden Fricke gives you the key takeaways and insights from the book.

Put the benefits to work for your organisation

Like the insights contained in this book? Interested in applying them throughout your organisation or leadership team?

Hayden Fricke is an experienced speaker and organisational psychologist, and can run a workshop or keynote presentation tailored to your organisation’s needs. Hayden’s passionately delivered presentations drive home the scientific research he’s done to back up his ideas.

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Here's what you'll
learn about

Wellbeing and leadership

What is wellbeing? Why is it important to take good care of your own health and wellbeing?

What’s expected of leaders today and how that compares with historical views of leadership
Why does wellbeing need to be included in leadership theories now
Why is wellbeing important for leaders?
How does wellbeing impact leadership and why is it important?
How health and wellbeing impacts leadership
Physical health and wellbeing
The importance of sleep, diet and exercise
Dietary guidelines and Hayden’s healthy eating principles based on the science
Hayden’s exercise routine and his tips on tailoring yours to your goals

Habits – the knowing/doing gap

Most people know that they should take care of their mental and physical wellbeing, but they don’t – why not?

Why are good habits hard to create and sustain?
The six elements necessary to create sustainable personal change
The impact of the environment we live in, and the impact social norms have on our daily lives and our health and wellbeing
The mental strengths required to leverage the positive aspects of our social environment and minimise the potential negative aspects
Why we need to be more conscious of social norms (and how we can do this)
Making the right choices, even when you are tired (including sometimes saying “no” to your mum, kids and friends)
How to start changing habits

Psychology, mental health and leadership

Your toolkit to build more healthy habits.

Understanding that your thoughts are the most powerful factor that impacts your life and your habits
The ‘circle of control’ – one of the simplest yet most powerful tools you can use to help enhance your psychological wellbeing
How to develop a ‘growth mindset’
The ‘power of vulnerability’ and how to increase your self-worth
SMART goal-setting and measurement
Learning to set aside some time each day to relax and recover
The ‘five ways to wellbeing’
Why practice doesn’t necessarily make perfect
The connection between physical and mental health

Enhancing wellbeing at work as a leader

Beyond the individual tools that you have at your disposal to enhance your own wellbeing, the research and evidence is clear about the key drivers behind wellbeing and engagement at work.

Tools for leaders to enhance their own wellbeing
Tips for effective leadership and management
How to build great relationships with co-workers
‘Career pathing’ and spotting you and your team’s next opportunities
The importance of job control, empowerment and autonomy
How to have productive and positive feedback and performance conversations
The secrets of building a high performing team
Leading for performance AND wellbeing

Interviews with
Australian Legends

Cadel Evans, world champion cyclist and winner of Tour de France

Andrew Gaze, former professional basketball player and coach

Lieutenant General John Frewen, Chief of Joint Capabilities

Nick O’Hern, former world #16 golfer who twice beat Tiger Woods

Sam Gash, inspiring ultramarathon runner

Carolyn Creswell, founder of Carmens Fine Foods

Workbook now available - Order your copy

The Leaders: Do You Have Your Sh*t Together? Workbook is your practical companion built to help leaders like you reflect deeply, act intentionally, and make measurable shifts in how you lead, influence, and show up.

This isn’t a passive read — it’s a done-with-you tool that takes you step-by-step through the most powerful concepts. Don’t miss your chance to secure a copy; it’s time to get your sh*t together.

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Leaders - Do you have your sh*t together?

What you can expect

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