Leadership BITES
Welcome to ‘Leadership Bites’, with your host Guy Bloom. I have conversations with amazing people who impact on the world around them . Always about leadership and hopefully in such a way as to reinforce the good you do and to bring challenge to the things you might be able to calibrate. All links for Guy: www.livingbrave.com
Episodes
In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom sits down with Philip Atkinson, author of "The Twelve Leadership Lessons from a Busy Beehive" and founder of Hive Logic. They explore the fascinating parallels between beekeeping and organizational leadership, discussing how the wisdom of the hive can inform effective team dynamics and leadership strategies.
- Philip Atkinson emphasizes the importance of effect...
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In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom interviews Paul Lambert, author of 'Alive', discussing the concept of living organizations and their importance in today's corporate landscape.
Paul shares his personal journey, insights on leadership, and the characteristics that define a living organisation. He emphasises the need for purpose, trust, and adaptability within orga...
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In this episode of the Leadership Bites podcast, Guy Bloom interviews Brad Englert, who shares his extensive career journey from Accenture to becoming a Chief Information Officer at the University of Texas at Austin.
They discuss the importance of building authentic business relationships, the role of trust in influence, and strategies for effective networking. Brad emphasizes the need for intentional...
"A tackle gone wrong left me with a fractured vertebra in my neck and an emptiness as I was told I could no longer play the game I so loved. Feeling worthless and devoid of purpose, my attempts to fill the hole with drinking led to a three-year spiral into depression and alcoholism."
In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom interviews James Gwinnett, who shares his journey from a semi-professi...
In this conversation, Guy Bloom discusses the importance of viewing leadership as a craft and the necessity of proactive learning for personal and professional development. He emphasizes the significance of being aware of one's learning journey, the flow state of competence, and the need for tools and techniques to navigate challenges effectively. Bloom encourages leaders to take ownership of their development an...
This conversation delves into the critical topic of mental health in the workplace, featuring insights from Steve Phillip (The Jordan Legacy) and Charie Brackley. They share their personal experiences and professional backgrounds, emphasizing the importance of open discussions about mental health, the impact of corporate responsibility, and the need for supportive environments. The dialogue highlights the alarming sta...
In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom and Erik Korsvik Østergaard discuss the evolving landscape of leadership in the context of future trends as set out in Erik's book Anticipatory Leadership, particularly focusing on the implications of technology and AI. They explore the importance of futures literacy, emotional engagement, and the need for organizations to foster agency among their teams. The convers...
In this episode of Leadership Bites, Rob Oxley, Head of HR, UK for John Sisk and Son Ltd, talks with Guy Bloom about the journey of achieving and maintaining the Platinum Investors in People (IIP) certification.
Rob shares insights into the importance of external validation, the role of reflection in continuous improvement, and the engagement of senior leadership in the process. He emphasises that the motiva...
In this episode of Leadership Bites, Kyle McDowell shares his transformative journey from a corporate leader to an author and speaker. He discusses the importance of care in leadership, the hunger for a better work environment, and the principles that guide effective leadership. The conversation delves into the significance of trust, relatability, and the concept of 'We' in fostering a positive organizationa...
In this episode of Leadership Bites, Ken shares his journey as a blue collar entrepreneur and the inspiration behind his book 'Blue Collar Cash'. He discusses the importance of taking action, setting timelines for goals, and challenges the traditional notion that college is the only path to success. Ken emphasizes the value of blue collar work and the entrepreneurial characteristics that can emerge from it, ...
In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom interviews Dr. Joel A. Davis Brown, Esq, an organizational development expert, author of The Souls of Queer Folk: How Understanding LGBTQ+ Culture Can Transform Your Leadership Practice about the evolving landscape of leadership, particularly in the context of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
Joel shares his journey from corporate America to becoming a th...
In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom interviews Data Coach Paul Graeve, who shares insights on the intersection of leadership and data management. Paul emphasizes the simplicity of data, debunks myths surrounding its complexity, and discusses the critical role leaders play in fostering a data-driven culture. He highlights the importance of viewing data as an organizational asset and the challenges organizat...
In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom engages with Bob De koch and Phil Clampitt, co-authors of 'Leading with Care in a Tough World.' They discuss the critical issues in leadership today, including the alarming statistics on employee engagement, the integration of skills and beliefs in leadership practices, and the importance of recognizing different audiences in leadership development.
The conversa...
Roger Steare, a philosopher in business, helps people think about their purpose, values, and how to make the right decisions. He has developed a moral reasoning framework and emphasizes the importance of compassion, friendship, and fairness in ethical decision-making. He believes that integrity is demonstrated through the alignment of values and actions, and that good, simple rules are necessary to guide behaviour. St...
In this conversation, Guy Bloom and Josh Fletcher delve into the complexities of stress management, exploring its dual nature as both a necessary and potentially harmful aspect of life. Josh shares his personal journey, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and coping strategies in managing stress effectively. They discuss the physiological responses to stress, including the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn rea...
In this episode of Leadership Bites, Guy Bloom interviews Rob Moore, a disruptive entrepreneur and author. Rob shares his background and accomplishments, including being a bestselling author and owning multiple businesses and rental units. He also discusses his personal darkness and the importance of facing and overcoming challenges. The conversation then shifts to Rob's book, Money Matrix, which exposes the bank...
Janice Omadeke, author of 'Mentorship Unlocked: The Science and Art of Setting Yourself Up for Success', discusses the importance of mentorship and the different types of mentors one should have in their life. She emphasizes the need for clarity in what you want to work on with a mentor and the importance of building a mentor persona. Janice outlines the seven types of mentors: company insider, skill master,...
In this episode of Leadership Bytes, Guy Bloom interviews Scott Greenberg about managing hourly workers.
They discuss the differences between hourly and salaried workers, the importance of adapting to different generations in the workplace, and the need for continuous improvement in leadership.
Scott shares insights from his book, Stop the Shift Show, which focuses on turning struggling hourly work...
In this podcast episode, Guy Bloom interviews Michael J Schwartz about his book 'Fauci's Fiction' and discusses various aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
They cover topics such as the introduction of Dr. Anthony Fauci, reactions to COVID-19, early observations and predictions, testing and data collection, mutations and strains of COVID-19, political influence on the pandemic response, pub...
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