CQ for Global Leaders

In this episode, Tom bids a short farewell to the CQ for Global Leaders podcast and shares some of the lessons he has learned whilst doing this podcast, as well as some exciting news about his work that we should all watch out for.

In this episode, Tom talks about the Four Pillars of Realignment, and how leaders can make use of the current environment to revisit our purpose and values in our organisation.

In this episode, Tom discusses control as an illusion, what it means, and the important aspects that a leader must have to help them navigate through difficult situations or things that are out of our control.

In this episode, Tom talks about the phases we go through when faced with uncertainty and how we can be more flexible and adaptable to the things that are happening around us.

In this episode, Tom shares some of the things he learned during the lockdown amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this episode, Tom talks about gratitude and joy, and the importance of taking the time to reflect on the things we are joyful and grateful for in our lives.

In this episode, Tom talks about why it's important for leaders to check in with their teams especially in times of uncertainty and how they can do that in a way that deepens their relationship with their team members.

In this episode, Tom talks about journaling as a very useful method for looking after ourselves, emotionally, mentally and spiritually.

In this episode, Tom talks about the importance of self-care in leadership and the four aspects of self-care that leaders need to be mindful of especially in times of uncertainty.

In this episode, Tom reflects on the current COVID-19 pandemic and shares some insights on how leaders can effectively lead and help their teams navigate through this time of uncertainty.

In this episode, Tom talks about transitioning into new roles and why the first 90 days in leadership are crucial to the success of any leader.

In this episode, Tom talks about the importance of taking the time to reflect and re-calibrate your team to ensure that everyone is aligned with the purpose of the organisation.

In this episode, Tom reflects on a recent conference he spoke at and shares some examples of how we can overcome unconscious bias when interacting with people from different cultures.

In this episode, Tom talks about some of the key things that a leader must be mindful of in order to build and nurture a positive workplace culture in remote teams.

In this episode, Tom discusses how leaders can effectively lead and manage remote teams in times of uncertainty.

In this episode, Tom discusses talks about why it’s important for leaders to demonstrate a sense of hardiness, especially when working across different cultures.

In this episode, Tom discusses how business leaders can successfully navigate the process of expanding to new markets and prepare their teams for it.

In this episode, Tom discusses how leaders can create a more equitable workplace culture by being aware of the unintended consequences of our actions.

In this episode, Tom reflects on some of the unexpected things that are happening to our world now and discusses how global leaders can effectively adapt to unforeseen circumstances.

In this episode, Tom discusses the difference between responding vs reacting, and some of the steps that a leader can take to respond in a better manner when dealing with situations that he may not agree with.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses how leaders can create and cultivate a culture of psychological safety for their teams.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom talks about compassion and what it means to be a compassionate leader.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses the five things a leader must do in times of crisis and uncertainty.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses logic vs emotion and why it’s important for leaders to engage with their people on a personal level to inspire them to take action and create a more inclusive workforce.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses how leaders can effectively manage and influence how they are perceived by others.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses the importance of self-awareness in leadership.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom reflects on the things that we often find delightful, puzzling, and irritating when interacting with people from different cultures.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses how leaders can develop a more inclusive recruitment process to increase diversity in the workplace.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses how leaders can effectively engage in business development and build relationships when working across cultures.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses how leaders can build trust when working across cultures.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses how leaders can brand themselves and be known for their purpose.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom delves deeper into the meaning of the famous quote "you can't be what you can't see", and how it applies to leadership.

n this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses dominant cultures, and how leaders can effectively challenge and address barriers between majority and minority cultures in a more inclusive way.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses how to lead intentionally and deliver outcomes that are consistent with one’s cultural values.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses how humour is perceived across different cultures and how it can either make or break cultural boundaries.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses negotiating across cultures and how leaders can effectively address the challenges around that.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom talks about how leaders can effectively manage and resolve conflict in virtual teams.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses why it's important for leaders to be always looking for opportunities to provide feedback and how they can effectively do that.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses transitioning to retirement and how leaders can effectively prepare themselves for it.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses the three different leadership styles, and asks where are you leading from.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses the importance of setting our standards as leaders and standing up for those in order to create a positive change.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom reflects on his recent retreat in Bali and why it is important for leaders to take some time off and recharge.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom reflects on his 60th birthday, and valuable lessons he had learned from it that relates to leadership.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom talks about renewal and how leaders can keep their energy up.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses vulnerability and why it’s important in leadership

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses how leaders can enable their people to have a sense of belonging to their organisation.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom talks about managing our inner voices and leading from the inside out.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses the fourth component of cultural intelligence, which is CQ Action.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses the third component of cultural intelligence, which is CQ Strategy.

In this episode of the CQ for Global Leaders Podcast, Tom discusses the nine dimensions of cultural intelligence.

Tom discusses the second component of cultural intelligence, which is CQ Knowledge.