Cultural Communication Confidence

Let’s face into a topic that’s on many minds right now: how to genuinely stand out and communicate your value in a highly competitive and rapidly changing job market. With widespread layoffs, redundancies and restructures, and evolving hiring processes increasingly influenced by AI screening, si...

Navigating redundancy with resilience, the evolving role of AI in the workplace, and what impactful learning and development looks like in today’s hybrid, fast-moving world.

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In this episode of the podcast, I explore a vital, current topic: how AI tools can genuinely support and enhance your communication skills as a global leader. This is not about replacing you, but rather empowering and improving the way you communicate.

Communication is your most powerful tool as a leader. It’s how you share your vision, engage your team, influence decisions, and build your personal brand. From one-to-one conversations to addressing large audiences, your communication style shapes your leadership presence and determines your ca...

How do you get noticed by senior leaders when you’re getting ready for promotion? 

How do you communicate your value beyond your local team or region?

In this latest podcast, I’ll guide you through the practical steps to grow your visibility and impact, even before you're ready for that next career move. This is not about shortcuts or quick wins. It’s about investing in your career visibility strategies now, so you can confidently ...

What does it take to make partner in one of the world’s leading accountancy firms? Learn about leadership mindset from the inspiring career journey of Simon Olsen, partner at Deloitte, who shares his invaluable insights in this latest podcast episode from his 26 years of experience.

Simon discusses his path to leadership, highlighting the importance of boldness, determination, and the ability to adapt culturally in an ever-changing...

Today we explore what it really takes to lead across cultures in a way that drives results, builds trust and enhances your impact as a global leader. Whether you’re expanding your global team, leading across regions, or developing your leadership for future global opportunities, this latest episode is for you.

We look at how Cultural Intelligence (CQ) enables leaders to adapt their communication style, navigate cultural complexity ...

Do you feel comfortable ‘selling yourself’ at work? Many people tell me they don’t.

But, if you’re aiming to grow your leadership presence, build your career, and make a real impact...

In this episode, I’m jumping into a challenge many global leaders face but often don’t talk about openly: decision-making that stalls or simply doesn’t happen. Whether it's frustrating project delays or the silent confusion of unclear accountability, I’m sharing what’s really going on and, more importantly, how to shift from nothing getting decided to moving forward.

I explore not only the practical strategies we need to make effec...

Your voice can elevate your authority, so knowing how to present with intent and be perceived as authoritative by key decision-makers is key. In this podcast episode, I share insights and practical strategies to help you present more effectively, no matter where you are in your career. As you pr...

In today’s fast-moving and unpredictable world, the expectations of leaders are shifting fast. So, what do employers want now, and how can you prepare to lead and grow your career in this changing landscape?

Assertive, not Aggressive: the Balancing Act

In this episode we jump into the crucial distinction between assertiveness and aggression in the workplace. As communication is integral to achieving your goals, understanding this spectrum is vital for effective leadership. Join me as I unpack the key factors that influence how we communicate assertively, including cultural dynamics, gender perceptions, and the nuances of verbal versus ...

Resilience recharge: power yourself up as a leader

As we navigate the challenges of 2025, including organisational changes and increasing pressures, the discussion on resilience becomes ever more relevant for current and aspiring leaders. You have to recognise when you are running low on energy and the need to recharge before reaching a critical tipping point with detrimental effects on health and wellbeing.

In this episode, I pres...

I know from my conversations that many of you are facing pressing challenges this year, including redundancies and organisational restructures. Acknowledging the uncertainty that permeates the workplace, I share today my 'Take Charge Triangle', a framework designed to help you navigate these tricky times, so you can feel like you can start to move forward.

From exploring self-awareness to managing your energy and orienting yoursel...