Leading People

Send us Fan MailPlease subscribe via the Podcast links above.My guest this week is fellow Irishman, Paul Davis. Not only has Paul authored several books but over the past 25 years or more he has advised and worked with many entrepreneurs to help them grow and scale their businesses into multi-million euro enterprises. Along the way, he admits that he has done quite well himself. However, in this open and candid conversation, Paul reveals why so many successful people are unhappy and struggle with many things including mental health issues. In his experience, it often comes down to having lost their mojo and no longer having a clear sense of purpose. What he has to say is not only insightful for successful entrepreneurs but applies to anyone who appears to be doing well in their career. It's also extremely relevant to all of you who aspire to being successful, whatever that means for you. Or, if life has not been so kind to you these past few years you may just discover how to get things back on track and it won't be a case of "fake it til you make it"!So, why not head over to your favourite podcast channel and dive in...Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksConnect with Paul Davis on LinkedinCheck out Paul's Website for free resourcesListen to Paul's Podcast - The Executive CodeTo Make Better Talent Decisions Wide Circle Performance SolutionsFollow Leading People on LinkedIn Leading People on FaceBookConnect with GerryWebsiteLinkedInWide Circle

Send us Fan MailI'm very humbled by how many people have become regular listeners of this podcast. Based on my research, Leading People currently ranks in the top 20% of podcasts globally in terms of downloads and listeners. Please subscribe via the Podcast links above.It began as an experiment in January 2021. I looked at my extensive bookcase one day and wondered how could I bring so much of this wisdom and knowledge to a wider audience. I realised that I knew many of the authors and subsequently invited them to become guests on the show. It all grew from this seed. My goal was to create a conversational bounce that gave listeners an insight into who these authors were and how they came to write their books. I wanted to tap into their knowledge and wisdom. And, I also wanted it to be very human and full of humour! This podcast has become a passion. I first podcasted in 2005 long before the concept was in the mainstream. That particular podcast didn't last long. The technology to distribute it just wasn't there. However, I realised in 2020 that podcasting would bring together many things that came naturally to me:My life as a professional musician, having recorded many studio albumsMy experience in recording studios - understanding the technology My love of conversation and my curiosity to learn more from othersMy youth in Ireland listening to some of the best "talk radio" in the worldMy passion for Personal & Professional DevelopmentMy work in Leadership DevelopmentSo, a huge shout out to my regular listeners, the amazing guests who helped me get this far and all the great conversations that are to come...Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksThe Paradox Coaching AcademyWide Circle Performance SolutionsFollow Leading People on LinkedIn Leading People on FaceBookConnect with GerryWebsiteLinkedInWide Circle

Send us Fan MailA while back I came across an intriguing article on the BBC Worklife website. It was written by this week's guest, David Robson. I later went on to purchase his excellent and extremely well-researched book entitled The Intelligence Trap. In this conversation, we chat about both the Intelligence Trap and David's forthcoming book The Expectation Effect and David reveals some fascinating insights into how so many smart people make dumb decisions and how to revolutionise your thinking so you can make wiser decisions. During our conversation, David explains how he came to write his new book, The Expectation Effect, and he shares some of the intriguing insights he gleaned from his research into sleep, exercise, food and much more...He also provides us with his top tips for how to avoid the intelligence trap and improve your mindset so you can get the most out of the expectation effect. So, why not head over to your favourite podcast channel and dive in...Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksConnect with David Robson on LinkedInConnect with David Robson on TwitterCheck out David's websiteThe Paradox Coaching AcademyWide Circle Performance SolutionsFollow Leading People on LinkedIn Leading People on FaceBookConnect with GerryWebsiteLinkedInWide Circle

Send us Fan MailIn December as we approach Christmas and the end of another year many of us start thinking about next year. For quite some people it never goes beyond thinking. My guest this week is New York Times Best Selling author and consultant, Brian Moran. I invited Brian onto the show to chat about his results-focused planning methodology, which he calls The 12 Week Year. I discovered The 12-Week Year myself a few years ago and it has completely transformed how I plan my time and where I focus my efforts. It's one of the reasons that this podcast gets recorded, produced and released consistently on time every two weeks. During our conversation, Brian explains the key difference that makes the difference between plans that achieve results and those that don't. He also outlines the key elements of the 12 Week Year toolbox, how to accept that every plan is flawed, why you've got to fail fast to accelerate your success and how to introduce The 12 Week Year in a large organisation. And, you’ll be pleased to know that you can start a 12 Week Year at any time. Now, I bet you're curious about what actually is a 12 Week Year and how is it different from other methodologies. So, let's dive in and find out... Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksConnect with Brian Moran on LinkedIn Connect with Brian Moran on TwitterBuy The 12 Week Year by Brian P. Moran & Michael LenningtonFree Course Getting Started with the 12 Week YearThe Paradox Coaching AcademyWide Circle Performance SolutionsFollow Leading People on LinkedIn Leading People on FaceBookConnect with GerryWebsiteLinkedInWide Circle

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I chat with Author, HR expert and CEO, Perry Timms, about his books and in particular what he calls Dispersed Leadership. With the world of work having been turned upside down by Covid, Perry believes that Dispersed Leadership has the potential to transform workplaces. Perry provides examples of how Dispersed Leadership is already producing results in a variety of organisations and valuable advice on how to explore and introduce it into your organisation.  He advocates the benefits for leaders of being open to the concept and how it can actually simultaneously free up more time to be a better leader and grow your people in the process. Dispersed Leadership is relevant even if you're not in a leadership position. It may help you choose your next employer! If you're an HR consultant you'll get some useful tips on how to pilot Dispersed Leadership with your clients. During our conversation, we discuss many topics including the way work is designed so that it ends up demotivating people, the impact of poor management on people's energy and how to raise the profile of HR and its role in organisations. Let's dive in...Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksConnect with Perry Timms on LinkedinConnect with Perry Timms on Twitter Transformational HR by Perry TimmsThe Energised Workplace by Perry TimmsThe Paradox Coaching AcademyWide Circle Performance SolutionsFollow Leading People on LinkedIn Leading People on FaceBookConnect with GerryWebsiteLinkedInWide Circle

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I caught up with author and Master Trainer, Lindsey Agness, to chat about change. Lindsey is the CEO of The Change Corporation, a boutique consultancy that provides change management services to organisations. However, whilst we touch on organisational change and Lindsey provides valuable advice for leaders, our conversation focuses more on personal change and in particular why now - as we emerge from hopefully the worst of the covid pandemic - might be a good time to make changes in your life. And, during our conversation, you'll get tips and insights from Lindsey on how to go about making these changes. Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksConnect with Lindsey Agness on LinkedInConnect with Lindsey Agness on TwitterCheck out Lindsey's special offerChange your Life with NLP by Lindsey AgnessThe Paradox Coaching AcademyWide Circle Performance SolutionsFollow Leading People on LinkedIn Leading People on FaceBookConnect with GerryWebsiteLinkedInWide Circle

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Leading People, I sat down with author and Master Coach, Jonathan Reitz, to talk about how coaching changes everything. In particular, we discuss his latest book, Coaching Hacks, and Jonathan shares his top tips or hacks from his 20 plus years of coaching. These are not just useful for professional coaches but for anyone who aspires to take a more coaching approach to management or even life. In fact, Jonathan provides an interesting insight into how some simple coaching techniques could transform both your management style and your parenting. And, he provides his top 5 Coaching Questions that anyone could learn and master to get better results. And, if you stay tuned to the end, he has a special offer for you. So, why not dive on in...Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksConnect with Jonathan ReitzCheck out Jonathan's websiteThe Paradox Coaching AcademyWide Circle Performance SolutionsFollow Leading People on LinkedIn Leading People on FaceBookConnect with GerryWebsiteLinkedInWide Circle

Send us Fan MailIn this episode I chat with Systems Thinking expert and the creator of SystemicIQ, Chris Soderquist, to learn why SystemicIQ is necessary for solving complex problems. He outlines the 6 key skills of SystemicIQ and how to use them. He provides lots of practical examples and also advice on when, and when not, to use SystemicIQ. He explains what Systems Thinking is and how some organisations think they're doing Systems Thinking but in effect they're not. Along the way, we discuss diverse topics such as the current UK truck driver scarcity problem, climate change, health care, parenting, incentivisation programmes, and much more. Chris demonstrates how SystemicIQ can help us better understand these challenges and find workable solutions that don't create negative unintended consequences. He has some sound advice for leaders to ensure that they diagnose problems in the right way. Misdiagnosis of a problem not only doesn't lead to solving the problem but often makes the problem worse! Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksConnect with Chris SoderquistCheck out Chris' websiteFinding Leverage VideoView Chris' take on the UK Lorry Driver crisisWide Circle Performance SolutionsFollow Leading People on LinkedIn Leading People on FaceBookConnect with GerryWebsiteLinkedInWide Circle

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I chat with author and leadership expert, Yene Assegid about leadership and her new book Leading with Heart. Along the way, she talks about the world-famous leaders she's met, what qualities set them apart - qualities that many of us have or could develop - and why she titled the book Leading with Heart.She tells us about her decision to set up a foundation dedicated to helping young women from less privileged backgrounds acquire life skills to set them on the right path. And, she provides us with her top 5 tips so we can all start Leading with Heart today. Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksConnect with Yené AssegidCheck out Yené's Foundation Programme for Young WomenLeading with Heart by Yené AssegidWide Circle Performance SolutionsFollow Leading People on LinkedIn Leading People on FaceBookConnect with GerryWebsiteLinkedInWide Circle

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I caught up with author and Master Trainer of NLP, David Shephard. We covered a lot in our conversation with the central theme being understanding Inner and Outer Leadership and why this has become so important in a post-Covid era. He also reveals what he believes to be the ultimate life skill. If you've been thinking of going on a Leadership skills course then you might want to listen to this podcast first. If you're currently struggling with life or work's challenges you'll also get a lot out of what David has to say. Even, if you're a parent, there's something in this for you. And, as a successful entrepreneur, David has some sound advice for anyone who thinks it might be time to rethink or reimagine their career...David is the co-author of the book Presenting Magically and runs excellent training courses including one called Presenting Magically, which contains all the secrets of the top Keynote presenters. Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksConnect with David ShephardCheck out David's courses at The Performance PartnershipPresenting Magically by David Shephard & Tad JamesWide Circle Performance SolutionsFollow Leading People on LinkedIn Leading People on FaceBookConnect with GerryWebsiteLinkedInWide Circle