Julie Hyde is one of Australia’s most compelling keynote speakers on leadership, courage and self-leadership under pressure. She helps leaders find the courage to lead themselves first, improving how they think, act and lead when it matters most.
You have built the career. Delivered the results. Earned the respect.
You are the one people rely on. The safe pair of hands. The one who gets it done.
And for a while that works.
Until it doesn’t.
Because you start to realise something is off. You have outgrown where you are but you are still being seen the same way. Still proving yourself in rooms you have already earned your place in. Still leading the same way in a world that has fundamentally changed.
In a world moving faster than any leader planned for, that costs more than most people realise.
The ones who thrive are not the ones who do more. They are the ones with the courage to lead themselves first.
Hi, I’m Julie.
I’m a keynote speaker, author, podcast host and certified coach. And I’m on a mission to make sure leaders stop waiting for the right moment to step up and start leading themselves first.
I’ve spent 20 plus years in and around leadership. I’ve seen what happens when capable leaders keep their heads down, deliver, and still find themselves stuck, overlooked or running on empty.
I’m direct. I’m real. And I have a knack for saying the thing people need to hear, not what they want to hear.
I don’t do motivation. I do clarity, courage and the kind of honest conversation that actually changes how people lead.
Two books. A globally ranked podcast. A track record of helping leaders find the courage to lead themselves first.
If you’re ready for that, you’re in the right place.
I’ve worked with these clients to make big things happen…..
5 Traps That Keep Women Silent in Meetings - And What to Say Instead
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- The 5 traps that hold women back in meetings
- Why we fall into them (and how to step out)
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Here’s How I Work
Coaching
For leaders ready to lead themselves better.
We work on clarity, courage and how you show up, so you can lead at the level you are actually capable of.
speaking
Keynotes that shift how leaders think, act and lead under pressure.
Julie brings the kind of energy, honesty and practical tools that create real momentum long after she leaves the room.
Lead.Her™ Mastermind
For experienced women ready to go deeper.
This is where identity, positioning and voice come together so you are seen and chosen for what you are ready to lead next.
“I’ve had the privilege of working with Julie as my leadership coach for the past six months, and I can honestly say she has been exactly what I needed to elevate my overall leadership capability. Her insights, guidance, and support have made a significant impact on how I approach challenges and lead my team. If you’re ever in doubt about your leadership skills or want to take them to the next level, I wholeheartedly recommend Julie — she truly brings out the best in you.”
Janita De Paoli, Lending Area Manager, Westpac
The question isn’t whether you’re good enough. You’ve already proved that.
The question is…
ARE YOU LEADING WITH THE COURAGE YOUR MOMENT ACTUALLY REQUIRES?
LeadingYou Podcast
The Leading You podcast shares real stories of resilience, challenges overcome, and the power of self-leadership. Each episode is packed with insights to help you lead with intention, navigate challenges, and take your next steps with confidence.
You don’t become overlooked because you lose capability.
You become overlooked because you keep showing up the same… while everything around you changes.
The courage to lead yourself first is not a nice to have. In a world moving this fast, it is the only thing that guarantees you stay relevant, effective and ahead.
this is where that changes.