Episodi

  • episode 100 - the word is disperse

    episode 100 - the word is disperse
    Dec 14 2025
    The Future of Leadership Is Shared As we close Season 2 of The Word is Leadership, this 100th episode explores a concept that may just define the next era of work: dispersed leadership. From the definition of the word “disperse” to the deeper implications for how we build agile, resilient, and empowered organisations, this final chapter is both personal and practical. Learn: • Why shifting from a control mindset to one of empowerment is essential. • How capability-building builds the trust needed for distributed leadership. • What systems and boundaries you need to avoid chaos and foster ownership. 🎁 Don’t forget: Season 2's complete eBook is available on Amazon XXXXXXXXX (free for a limited time. Paperback also available XXXXXXXXXX. Tune in and disperse widely and wisely. Thank you for being part of this journey through the leadership dictionary.
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    22 min
  • episode 99 - the word is chipper

    episode 99 - the word is chipper
    Dec 7 2025
    Can something as simple as being chipper be a superpower for leaders? In this penultimate episode of the season, I discuss the contagious power of mood. Being chipper, in the grounded, optimistic sense, isn’t just about cheerfulness; it’s about setting the tone, creating psychological safety, and unlocking creativity in teams during complex times. You’ll find out why upbeat leaders inspire real hope (not false positivity), learn how to avoid toxic cheerfulness and stay authentic and take away two practical ways to regulate your own mood and lead with energy. This is not about denial of reality; it’s about choosing how to show up. Tune in and ask yourself: What have you got to be chipper about?
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    19 min
  • episode 98- the word is predecessor

    episode 98- the word is predecessor
    Nov 30 2025
    Most leaders don’t walk into a blank slate, they inherit a legacy. In this episode, I unpack what it really means to step into a leadership role once someone else has left it. Whether your predecessor was loved, loathed, or simply long gone, their shadow shapes the expectations around you. Explore how to acknowledge what came before, define your leadership stance, reshape the transition narrative, and leave your own mark through something as simple (and powerful) as a signature move.
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    19 min
  • episode 97 - the word is panther

    episode 97 - the word is panther
    Nov 23 2025
    This week, our random word is panther which leads me to a new leadership insight: mastery often lies in purposeful invisibility. In this episode, we explore how great leaders create trust, growth, and innovation by knowing when to step back rather than dominating the. From conducting a "visibility audit" to practicing "silent leadership," I offer practical tips for using both presence and absence with real intent. We do well to remember that sometimes, the strongest leadership move is simply to disappear at the right moment.
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    18 min
  • episode 96 - the word is nim

    episode 96 - the word is nim
    Nov 16 2025
    At first glance, nim (a simple game of removing matchsticks) may not seem like a deep leadership metaphor. But look closer, and it reveals powerful truths. In this episode, I explore how leaders can use games not just for relaxation, but for self-regulation. We also uncover the broad range of social strategies (from cooperation to competition) and how mastering the full spectrum enables faster, more effective leadership. Because leadership, like any game, isn’t about always winning. It’s about knowing how and when to play.
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    18 min
  • episode 95 - the word is parent

    episode 95 - the word is parent
    Nov 9 2025
    In this 95th episode, I confront the deeply ingrained image of leaders as parents. While well-intentioned, this perspective can inadvertently position team members as dependent children, stifling creativity and fostering a culture of compliance rather than innovation. I unpack why the "parental" leadership style may lead to burnout for leaders and disengagement for teams. But what's the alternative? Discover powerful metaphors that redefine leadership roles: the leader as a collaborative guide, a visionary architect, or an empowering orchestra conductor. These images embrace trust, autonomy, and co-creation, offering a refreshing approach to leadership that truly harnesses the potential of capable adults. Tune in and escape the "parent trap," leading your team into a future of mutual respect and shared success.
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    Meno di 1 minuto
  • episode 94 - the word is hanami

    episode 94 - the word is hanami
    Nov 2 2025
    This week, we travel to Japan through the lens of language. Hanami is the tradition of viewing cherry blossoms each spring. It’s not just a picnic. It’s a ritual of awe and renewal. In this episode, I explore how this concept applies to leadership. What if you could view your budgeting cycle, your performance reviews, or even your team rituals with the same sense of intentional presence and quiet joy? You’ll hear five fresh ways to reframe leadership routines turning repetition into growth, and duty into art. Because true leadership isn’t about what’s next… it’s about how we show up for what’s here.
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    21 min
  • episode 93 - the word is clothes

    episode 93 - the word is clothes
    Oct 26 2025
    This week’s random word - clothes- invites a fresh look at how leaders present themselves, and more importantly, how they shape their leadership identity. Inspired by the classic sayings “the clothes maketh the person” and “the emperor’s new clothes,” this episode explores the visible and invisible layers of leadership. From Savile Row insights to the difference between off-the-peg, tailored, and bespoke suits, we uncover a metaphor for how leaders grow: from imitating others to customising their style, to ultimately creating leadership that fits them and inspires others. True leadership isn’t about the uniform. It’s about what’s been made for you, and by you. What kind of leader are you?
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    19 min