In this week’s solosode and final episode of 2022 we are reflecting on the year, across leadership books, podcasts, work and personal journeys along with the events that made the news and will continue to impact us in 2023. Let’s leverage what we have learned this year to create a roadmap for a better future.
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Podcasts
291 Nano bubbles - Nick Dyner’s leadership perspective on a better future
Nick Dyner and his company, Moleaer, are on a mission to unlock the power of water and help organisations and industries do more with less through pioneering nano bubble technology that has applications across food, energy and healthcare. In fact, identifying the opportunities for this technology and the humble H2O is one of Nick’s major leadership priorities as he seeks to build a wider understanding of how everything we use in our lives is either grown or mined - with water being the vital connector. Solving the problem of finite resources is front of mind for Nick as he scales the business, learning leadership lessons along the way, and drawing on his own deep belief that this is one bubble that is not going to burst.
Read More290 From ‘bossyboots’ to Buddhism - Wendy Nash’s mindful leadership journey
Wendy Nash has confronted many beliefs about herself in her leadership journey from corporate life to meditation coach. From considering herself an effective and empathetic communicator to convincing herself that a job was just about paying the bills, no stone has gone unturned in Wendy’s pursuit of balance and self-awareness. Having done the emotional work required to change entrenched habits, Wendy now helps others to do the same in life and leadership. In this episode she shares her mindfulness insights, provides examples of behaviours and biases to watch out for and reminds us that while it’s great to press play it’s also important to press pause and savour the kindness in our lives.
Read More289: Unsolvable problems and the real future of leadership with Phillip Ralph
There’s no going back to the old ways or days for leadership coach Phillip Ralph - in fact he’s impatient for the changes we need to see that will spearhead the future of leadership. For Phillip that progress includes embedding emotional intelligence early and broadly in organisations - no more waiting until someone is in a leadership position before they are developed.
It means leadership from anyone, anywhere - empowering people to take action where they are, to nudge the system instead of trying to dismantle it overnight. Phillip shares his leadership perspective on where we are going wrong, how not every problem needs a solution, the simple power of human connection and his ultimate vision for the future - organisations that are as smart as the people in them!
Read More288 David Mattin’s powerful questions to shape the future of leadership
What is universally human? What changes and what never changes? How does technology meet our human needs and what are the implications for businesses? These are the huge questions that occupy the mind and keyboard of David Mattin - founder of the New World, Same Humans newsletter that is a must-read for anyone who cares about the future of our planet, ways of living and working.
Reluctant to call himself a futurist, David writes, speaks and consults on the trends that are reshaping the human experience. He does this by balancing perspectives of the past, the present and possible futures to plot a way forward that is sustainable and equitable. David shares his thinking on the future of leadership, the decisions organisations need to be making and suggests a radical solution for reinvigorating democracies.
Read More287 Workforce changes need these two leadership skills
In this week’s solosode, we look at workforce trends that are shaping opportunities and threats for us as humans. The new workforce is networked creators! We will need these new leadership skills and perspectives to engage in this environment.
Read More286 Five shifts to make for leadership of the future
In this week’s solosode, we consider the shifts we need to make for leadership of the future. Changes are happening rapidly in the workforce, the workplace, and the world. These trends are causing us to reconsider fundamental values. These trends are causing us to EXPAND. Opportunities abound!
Read More285 Author and lecturer Alex Budak’s leadership principles for being a changemaker
Alex Budak believes we are all capable of leading positive change - no matter sector, seniority or stage of life. With an infectiously positive yet pragmatic outlook, Alex lectures, teaches, speaks and writes about the concept of ‘Changemakers’ - the people who not only identify pressing challenges but are willing to step up and take action. Recognising that we all have the potential for positive impact but face barriers along the way, Alex co-founded StartSomeGood.com - a platform to help people start projects that matter with partnerships, programs and early stage funding.
With his new book, Becoming a Changemaker, and his work with executives and organisations to embed 21st Century leadership principles, Alex shares his vision of what modern, inspiring leadership looks like and how we can all be part of a movement to make changes for the better.
Read More261 Leadership principles for a digital detox with Daniel Sih
Strong leadership skills include good digital health. Daniel Sih is a physiotherapist turned productivity consultant and award-winning author. Daniel is all about cultivating smart digital habits that create space for thinking and resting, ultimately enabling us to be more present and more productive. In this episode he shares his own rituals for unplugging, why prioritising rest is key to productivity and how to rekindle face-to-face connection (just add food!).
Read More260 Leadership principles for speaking up from Gordon Graham
How do you speak truth to power? Or perhaps the real leadership question is, why would you speak truth to power? For Gordon Graham the answer was always because he had the best interests of his organisation at heart. When the integrity of his employer was under threat, Gordon put himself in the firing line by approaching his CEO with feedback. What unfolded was a long saga of toxic leadership and unethical management that took a concerted and courageous effort from Gordon and his colleagues to dismantle. In his book, The Intrepid Brotherhood, Gordon provides a cautionary tale to those in power and a reminder that vigilance and responsibility should filter through every level of an organisation.
Read More259 A former Navy SEAL’s leadership strategies for motivating teams
As a combat-decorated Navy SEAL, Marty Strong is no stranger to highly motivated teams. When he transitioned into business leadership, Marty saw a major contrast from battlefield to boardroom around training and motivation. From being shocked at how employees were treated, to the lack of a common vision and under-investment in training and skills development, Marty has brought his SEAL’s sensibilities to a leadership model that creates resilient teams with harmony at their heart. Marty shares his insights not just into leadership but how people tick and why a community matters in times of conflict.
Read More249 Creating connections is a leadership responsibility with Amy Lynn Durham
As a corporate executive in a cut-throat environment managing big teams and even bigger budgets, Amy Lynn Durham knew something had to change. With tiny adjustments and brave experimentation she took her team on a journey to build connection through emotional and spiritual intelligence. The process built bonds and the business, and was the catalyst for Amy’s Create Magic At Work coaching practice and book. From crystals and journaling to setting the past on fire, Amy’s radically different approach gets to the heart and soul of great team cultures.
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