Cultural Communication Confidence

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...

Embracing possibilities with purpose, passion and ‘heartset’.

Licca Li, Global Head of Growth and Marketing for Retail Services at IKEA, is a visionary leader who lives and leads with passion and purpose. She believes vision is not something to achieve, but it is the driver that lets you dare to continue.

In this latest interview in my business leaders series, I am thrilled to share this conversation with Licca, who shares her insi...

Leadership: from a coffee farm in Cameroon to becoming a global finance leader, a community and entrepreneurial leader with impact.

I am incredibly excited to share this inspiring conversation on the podcast with Daniel Eric Kemdeng Djoumessi, VP at JP Morgan Chase, and also the founder of Amaro Coffee. Daniel shares his incredible career and leadership journey, and the lessons that aspiring leaders can learn from.

In this latest i...

Spring Renewal season: part 1 of 3... Today marks the end of Easter weekend, and here in the UK we have a bank holiday (a national holiday), making this a lovely, long 4-day weekend. It’s a time for many who celebrate to spend time together, enjoy Easter eggs and over-indulge in chocolate.

But it could also an opportun...

Spring Renewal season: part 2 of 3... As the seasons move into a new phase, this presents an opportune moment to take stock, refresh and rejuvenate our perspectives.

Spring is bloom...

Spring Renewal season: part 1 of 3... Spring here in the UK has been glorious this year and is a great time to think about exciting new beginnings, but I have to be honest I have been thinking about death and endings a lot recently. I’ve been offline from here and taking some time away from the ...

LinkedIn- how does it make you feel?

For some of you, it might be something you know you should be doing more of- to benefit your personal brand, build the reputation of your organisation, and win more business. But maybe somehow it always falls to the bottom of the to-do list, or you’re avoiding it altogether. You don’t know how to network well, what to comment or write a post about.

I am delighted to welcome LinkedIn expert and b...

In this special episode, celebrating my 10th anniversary in business, I share my insights on the top 10 essential leadership skills, strategies and insights.

Whether you're aiming for a promotion, building your leadership profile, or driving transformational change in your organisation, these insights from my last decade of empowering global leaders to enhance their communication and cultural skills, are crucial for aspiring leader...

Anni Townend is a passionate advocate for collaboration and leadership development. In this episode she shares her insightful perspectives on why ‘emerging’ is such a key word, and how it influences her approach to self-leadership and her work with leaders.

We discuss the importance of creating space for open, inclusive dialogue and new ideas to emerge, especially in fast-paced hybrid settings, where the pressure to perform can ove...

Continuing the International Women's Day’s celebrations, I am very pleased to welcome on the podcast, Nicola Buck, SVP of Marketing at BP, where we unpack and explore her leadership journey and learning through the nuances of leading in global organisations.

From her beginnings studying languages and cultures, to her current role at the forefront of marketing and leadership with BP, Nicola shares her invaluable insights about the i...