leadership development

Key to Influence People - Take on Board Podcast with Helga Svendsen

Key to Influence People - Take on Board Podcast with Helga Svendsen

I had the pleasure of joining Helga Svendsen’s podcast to dive into one of my favorite topics: Influence with Impact.

In the boardroom (or anywhere, really), influence isn’t just about making noise—it’s about understanding who’s in the room, what matters to them, and why. As I like to say, influence is just good communication on steroids!

In our chat we covered the subtle yet powerful art of connecting with decision-makers and peers alike—because sometimes, influence has to happen without the power of a title. It’s all about those informal, meaningful connections that really move the needle.

How do we expand what good leadership looks like so more people fit into this box

How do we expand what good leadership looks like so more people fit into this box

Traditional notions of leadership often exclude diverse voices and perspectives, perpetuating inequality and limiting progress. By expanding our definition of good leadership, we create space for a multitude of talents and experiences to flourish, driving innovation and fostering a more equitable society.

If you are keen to see a shift in the way we discuss what ‘good leadership looks like’ then you might enjoy this talk too…

Interview with Nina Sunday - Developing Direct Reports

Interview with Nina Sunday - Developing Direct Reports

I had a lovely time being interviewed by Nina Sunday on her podcast, 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟, 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐎𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬. We discussed my book, 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬, and why it's important that we develop the performance of others. Watch the interview here.