What does it really cost to stand up to power? And would you be brave enough to do it? In this episode of Angela Henderson Online Business Show , I’m joined by Jo Tarnawsky, a woman who didn’t just talk about integrity, she lived it. She shared her story of challenging the Australian Government, the real cost of moral courage, and what true leadership looks like inside powerful systems. If you’ve ever wondered what it means to lead with integrity when the system pushes back, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

ABOUT JO:

Jo Tarnawsky is a leadership advisor, speaker and former senior government insider who spent 20 years working at the highest levels of power - including as Chief of Staff to Australia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence, a senior executive supporting the Governor-General, and as a diplomat.

Today, Jo works with leaders and business owners navigating ethical pressure, toxic cultures, and high-stakes decision-making - particularly when doing the right thing comes at a personal or professional cost.

She is known for translating how power actually works inside institutions into practical insight for people building values-led businesses, and for her work supporting professionals recovering from toxic workplaces without losing their confidence, identity or sense of purpose.

Connect with Jo:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-t-94568417a/

https://www.instagram.com/jo_tarnawsky/

https://substack.com/@jotarnawsky

https://jo-tarnawsky.mykajabi.com/

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Meta erased my business. Not hacked. Not shadow banned. Gone. Facebook and Instagram shut down within minutes and flagged for violations. In this episode, I walk you through exactly what happened, the timeline of events, and why it’s a wake up call for every business owner relying solely on social media. This episode is about building your business on land you actually own. It’s about why verification won’t save you, why platforms can disappear overnight, and why your email list isn’t optional, it’s essential.

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Action Takers Mastermind

Australian Business Collaborative Facebook Group

Angela Henderson Website

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This episode is part of our Take Over the Mic series, where brilliant business owners and thought leaders step in to share their expertise through a sponsored feature.

Most women don’t burn out from doing too much. They burn out from building businesses their bodies were never meant to carry. In this episode, Cassandra dives into what it really means to build a business your body can actually hold, and how sustainable scaling starts with honouring your capacity, not pushing past it. If you’re craving growth without burnout, this episode is a must-listen.

ABOUT CASSANDRA:

Cassandra Duffill is a business strategist, naturopath and mentor who supports women to build businesses that honour their energy, protect their wellbeing and reflect who they truly are. After experiencing burnout twice from building success in ways that didn’t honour her capacity, she rebuilt her business from the inside out — discovering a gentler, far more powerful way to grow.

Blending corporate strategy, natural health and intuitive business design, Cassandra helps women create clarity, alignment and sustainable success without pressure or force. Her work is deeply grounded, refreshingly honest and centred on building business models that feel clear, profitable and truly aligned. She is known for her depth, practical wisdom and her ability to simplify the complex into action that feels doable and supportive.

With a rare combination of grounded strategy and intuitive intelligence, Cassandra guides women to rise in ways that nourish their wellbeing, expand their income and honour the impact they’re here to make.

Based on the Gold Coast, she works globally through mentoring, programs and her evolving body of work, WellRising™.

CONNECT WITH CASSANDRA:

Website: www.cassduffill.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassduffill/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassandra-duffill/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CassandraDuffill