Habits of Leadership

In this episode, Dan sits down with NSW Firefighter and member of the Australian Urban Search & Rescue Team, Sam Monaghan to explore how he uses mental skills to perform under pressure in the highest stakes situations. You'll definitely be able to take some learnings from this episode and apply them to your day-to-day pressure scenarios! You can connect with Sam via LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-monaghan-1a68b1207/ And the book we mention The Inner Game of Tennis by Timothy Gallwey If you'd like to learn more about our work or the Habits of Leadership Academy, you can do so by going to: https://habitsofleadership.com/ You can also leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode.  Don't forget to like, comment and share!

In this episode Tim sits down with Sue Webb. Sue is a teacher and the author of the book Teachers Cry Too which tells the story of her terrifying descent into chronic burnout. It also tells the story of her recovery. You can find out more about Sue's work on: Instagram and LinkedIn. If you'd like to learn more about our work or the Habits of Leadership Academy, you can do so by going to: https://habitsofleadership.com/ You can also leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode.  Don't forget to like, comment and share!

In this episode Dan sits down with Dominic Price. Dom is Atlassian's resident work futurist and 'team doctor.' His work focuses on enhancing the manner in which teams work together.  You can find out more about Dom's work at https://domprice.me/ and via Linkedin. If you'd like to learn more about our work or the Habits of Leadership Academy, you can do so by going to: https://habitsofleadership.com/ You can also leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode.  Don't forget to like, comment and share!

In this episode, Dan & Tim explore the work they've been doing in various settings in the sporting, education and corporate worlds.  Together they share their observations about what they have noticed when working with High Performing Teams. They then map this against past episodes of the podcast to help listeners get a deeper understanding of how to create environments based on what they're calling the 5Cs of a High Performing Culture: Connection, Clarity, Commitment, Consistency & Challenge.  The Episodes they discuss are:  Ep. 79 The Importance of Belonging with Owen Eastwood Ep.20 Psychological Safety with Amy Edmondson Ep 38 How to Hold Your Team Accountable with Jonathan Raymond Ep 45 Have Less Difficult Conversations with Radical Candour with Kim Scott Ep 67 The Mental Side of High Performance with Aaron Walsh Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com And make sure to like, comment, share & subscribe!  

In this episode Dan sits down with Amy Shoenthal, the author of, "The Setback Cycle: How Defining Moments Can Move Us Forward." Amy Shoenthal is a USA Today bestselling author, journalist and is a top contributor to ForbesWomen and Harvard Business Review You can learn more about Amy, her work and find out where you can buy The Setback Cycle at her website: https://www.amyshoenthal.com/ Connect with her on Instagram or Linkedin.  If you'd like to learn more about our work or the Habits of Leadership Academy, you can do so by going to: https://habitsofleadership.com/ You can also leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode.  Don't forget to like, comment and share!  

In this episode, Dan chats with Myriam Hadness. Myriam holds a PhD in Behavioural Economics and is the creator of Workshop Works.  In this conversation they explore what factors and make or break a workshop and how this can be applied to a meeting, classroom or boardroom.  You can connect with Myriam on LinkedIn Or via her website & podcast. If you'd like to learn more about our work or the Habits of Leadership Academy, you can do so by going to: https://habitsofleadership.com/ You can also leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode.  Don't forget to like, comment and share!

In this episode, Dan & Tim sit down to discuss questions from the listening community.  Between them they tackle:  1. How do you change people's mindset to be more dedicated?  2. How do you build trusting relationships at work? 3. How do you build new team dynamics?  and more... Links referenced:  Episode 79: The Importance of Belonging with Owen Eastwood Episode 88: Addressing Perfectionism & Burnout with Julian Reeve A Forbes article on Christina Maslach's 6 Pillars of Burnout   If you'd like to learn more about our work or the Habits of Leadership Academy, you can do so by going to: https://habitsofleadership.com/ You can also leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode.  Don't forget to like, comment and share!

In this episode Dan sits down with author of Emotional Intelligence for Dummies and consultant psychologist to reality TV shows such as Survivor, Masterchef and Big Brother, Dr Steven Stein.  You can find out more about Steven, his work and his books via the links below:  https://stevenstein.com/ https://mhs.com/ Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this episode, Dan chats with one of the authors of The Social Brain - The Psychology of Successful Groups, Samantha Rockey.  Samantha is an Associate Fellow at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford and is a tutor and faculty on the Oxford Strategic Leadership Programme – one of the leading open leadership development programs in the world. Samantha's work on leadership development has won awards and has been written up in a number of books and publications. She is a frequent speaker on the topic of designing human-shaped organisations and is particularly interested in the interface between the forces of global connectivity, digital transformation and positive social impact and what this means for leadership. She is co-author with Professor Robin Dunbar (‘the Dunbar number') and Tracey Camilleri, of 'The Social Brain: The Psychology of Successful Groups'. You can find our more about the book and Samantha at: https://www.thesocialbrainbook.com/ https://www.thompsonharrison.com/ Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this episode, Dr Adam Fraser returns to the show to share with us what he's learned about human motivation, particularly during times when things get hard.  His websites are: https://dradamfraser.com/ https://www.theflourishmovement.com/ Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

This is the part two of a conversation in which Dan sits down with 3x NRL Premiership Winning Coach, Ivan Cleary.  In this episode, Ivan and Dan discuss the importance of patience when appointing new leaders, why it's important to have cultural architects, and we dig into how Ivan thinks about being a coach and father to Panthers halfback, Nathan Cleary.  Make sure you you listen to Ep 89 as well! If you'd like to learn more about our Habits of Leadership Academy, you can do so by going to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

This is the part one of a two-part conversation in which Dan sits down with 3x NRL Premiership Winning Coach, Ivan Cleary.  In this episode, they discuss the emotional roller coaster that was the 2023 Grand Final, in which the Panthers orchestrated the biggest ever comeback in a title decider. They also explore how Ivan thinks about community, the vision for the team and how he responds under pressure.  Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss Part 2 next week! If you'd like to learn more about our Habits of Leadership Academy, you can do so by going to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In today's episode Dan sits down with coach and burnout specialist, Julian Reeve. As the former Music Director on the hit Broadway Musical Hamilton to suffering a heart attack at age 43, Julian has a powerful story to share.  You can find out more about his work at:  https://www.perfectequilibrium.co/ You can watch his TEDx talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mi-kD8_dyKw And you can get hold of his Children's Book, Captain Perfection here: https://amzn.to/3FS8RhN   If you'd like to learn more about our Habits of Leadership Academy, you can do so by going to: https://habitsofleadership.com/   Don't forget to like, comment and share!

In this episode Dan & Tim sit down with author and activist, Kim Samuel. Kim's book, 'On Belonging' has been the source of much inspiration at Cut Through HQ this year so it was great to chat with Kim about her 4P Model.  The 4Ps gives anyone interested in building belonging a tangible way into having authentic conversations about what it truly means for people to belong.  You can learn more about Kim's work and get her book at: https://www.socialconnectedness.org/ And connect with her on Instagram and LinkedIn https://www.instagram.com/kimsamuel_belonging/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-samuel-on-belonging Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/  

In this episode, Dan sits down with clinical psychologist and author of Difficult People, Dr Rebecca Ray.  Together they explore the difference between people who are genuinely 'difficult' and those who are just going through a rough patch.  In a wide ranging conversation, they explore the importance understanding of boundaries, empathy and privilege.  Connect with Rebecca:  https://rebeccaray.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/drrebeccaray/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rebecca-ray-68831b238/ Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this episode, Dan chats with author, speaker and coach, Amy E Gallo.  Amy is the author of Getting Along: How to Work with Anyone (Even Difficult People) and The HBR Guide to Dealing with Conflict. Amy also co-hosts the Women at Work podcast, and is a contributing editor at Harvard Business Review, where she writes about workplace dynamics. You can download our curated articles on The Art of Managing Up. Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this episode, Dan, Tim and - our newest member of the Cut Through Team - Ray, explore what's required to look after our newest recruits in the workplace.  With a specific focus on Early Career Teachers, this conversation has resonance in every field of work.  Links:  Our Thrive Coaching Program for New Teachers Ep. 79 - Talking about Belonging with Owen Eastwood The Article mentioned in the conversation Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this episode, Dan chats with Jessica Spendlove, a Performance Dietician who specialises in nutrition and high performing behaviours. Jess has worked with professional athletes in most codes and brings the principles that elite athletes adhere to, to the wider population.  You can take Jess's Quiz here. Jess's Website: https://www.jessicaspendlove.com/ Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this episode Dan & Tim tackle questions from our community. Topics up for discussion are: How do true leaders get buy in? What's our take on purpose? What does Cultural Sensitivity Training look like and does it work?   Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this episode, Dan chats with co-author of The Psychological Safety Playbook, Minette Norman.  This conversation focuses on the specific techniques and language leaders and teams can use to enhance psychological safety in their environments.    Links:  Minette Norman on LinkedIn The Psychological Safety Playbook Liberating Structures Ep.20: Psychological Safety with Amy Edmondson   Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this episode Dan chats with Patrice Gordon. Patrice is a highly qualified executive coach and personal development advocate specialising in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.  Her book, Reverse Mentoring explores how a different take on mentoring can lead to significantly better leadership and outcomes.  Links:  Patrice's TED Talk Patrice's book - Reverse Mentoring Patrice on LinkedIn Patrice on Instagram   Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!    If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this episode, Dan and Tim sit down with best-selling author and performance coach, Owen Eastwood.  Owen's book Belonging has had a big impact on us at Cut Through Coaching, so we were delighted to be able to chat with him to reflect on the challenges and opportunities that present themselves when we work with people to enhance a sense of belonging in their teams and organisations.  Links: Belonging by Owen Eastwood Sacred Hoops by Phil Jackson Culture Code by Daniel Coyle Owen Eastwood on LinkedIn Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/    

In this episode Dan chats with one of the world's most successful sporting coaches. with one of the world's most successful coaches. John Buchanan coached the Australian Mens Cricket Team during its most successful period, when the team included cricketing greats such as Shane Warne, Ricky Ponting, Adam Gilchrist and, well, pretty much every other player in the team at that time. Despite a modest first class cricketing career as a player, as a coach, John Buchanan has an overall win percentage of over 75% which puts him ahead of the likes of Phil Jackson and Vince Lombardi.  In this conversation we explore what it takes to coach a team of champions when you haven't necessarily been a champion yourself. John Buchanan's Coaching Business: https://buchanancoaching.com/ Management in Small Doses by Russell Ackoff (Very expensive on Amazon - A Google search brings up cheaper options!) John Buchanan on LinkedIn   Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this episode Dan sits down with world-renowned performance psychologist and host of the wildly popular Finding Mastery podcast, Dr Michael Gervais.  Michael works in the trenches of high-stakes environments with some of the best in the world, training the mindset skills and practices essential to pursuing and revealing one's potential. His clients include world record holders, Olympians, internationally acclaimed artists and musicians, MVPs from every major sport and Fortune 100 CEOs. You can access all Mikes work via: https://findingmastery.net/ You can follow him online at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichaelgervais/ https://www.instagram.com/michaelgervais/ https://www.instagram.com/findingmastery/ The books Mike mentions are: Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl The Choice by Edith Eger The Gift by Edith Eger Tao Te Ching by Lao Tsu   Find out more about what we do and get involved by heading to https://habitsofleadership.com/ Don't forget to like & subscribe to the podcast!  

In this episode Dan & Tim chat about the year that's been and what's in store for 2023.  They suggest some books that listeners might be interested in. The books they mention are:  Belonging by Owen Eastwood Transcend by Scott Barry Kaufman The Art of Somatic Coaching by Richard Strozzi-Heckler Impact Players by Liz Wiseman Listen to the episode with Liz here: https://www.podcast.habitsofleadership.com/e/074-how-to-be-an-impact-player-with-liz-wiseman/ Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this Q&A episode, as well as putting in their footy tips for the weekend, Dan & Tim respond to questions from the listening audience.  Questions this week are along the lines of:  Why do narcissistic sociopaths get leadership positions over reflective empaths?  How can leaders look after wellbeing post-COVID? How can leaders make a 'good start' in a new setting? How can I 'put people in their' place when I don't like confrontation? Why do leaders create more work for 'us' when we tell 'them' what needs to be fixed? Previous episodes of the podcast that are mentioned in this episode are: Ep. 73: Tackling Stress & Burnout with Sophie Scott: https://www.podcast.habitsofleadership.com/e/073-tackling-stress-and-burnout-with-sophie-scott/ Ep. 50: Humble Leadership with Ed & Peter Schein: https://www.podcast.habitsofleadership.com/e/050-take-back-toxic-workplace-cultures-with-humble-leadership-chatting-with-ed-peter-schein/ Ep. 45: Radical Candor with Kim Scott: https://www.podcast.habitsofleadership.com/e/045-have-less-difficult-conversations-radical-candour-with-kim-scott/ Ep. 38: Accountability with Jonathan Raymond: https://www.podcast.habitsofleadership.com/e/038-how-to-hold-your-team-accountable-chatting-with-jonathan-raymond/ Ep.20: Psychological Safety with Amy Edmondson: https://www.podcast.habitsofleadership.com/e/020-psychological-safety-with-amy-edmondson/ Don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe to the podcast!  If you'd like to leave us a question for an upcoming Q&A episode, or you'd like to learn more about our work head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

In this episode Dan chats with best-selling author Liz Wiseman about her new book, Impact Players.  Liz Wiseman is a researcher and executive advisor who teaches leadership around the world.  She is the author of New York Times bestseller Multipliers, and is the CEO of the Wiseman Group, a leadership research and development firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, California. Some of her recent clients include: Apple, AT&T, Disney, Facebook, Google, Microsoft, Nike, Salesforce, Tesla, and Twitter.  Liz has been listed on the Thinkers50 ranking and in 2019 was recognised as the top leadership thinker in the world. You can read the Op-Ed by David Brooks here: https://www.nytimes.com/2010/08/03/opinion/03brooks.html You can find out more about Liz and her work here: https://thewisemangroup.com/ If you'd like to find out more about us and our work, or if you'd like to get involved in the podcast head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/ Don't forget to like, share and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 

In this episode Tim sits down with Sophie Scott to explore techniques and tools we can use to tackle stress and burnout in the moment. Having written two critically acclaimed books, and received numerous awards including the Australian Museum Eureka prize for medical journalism, Sophie is a highly respected and sought after health presenter. She's the national medical reporter for the ABC, with her stories appearing on ABC news, 7.30, ABC radio and online. You can find out more about Sophie and her work at: https://www.sophiescott.com.au/   You can access the Time & Choice Management Coaching Session we mention here: https://cutthroughhq.com/time-management/   Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com/podcast/   And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe!

In this episode Dan chats with Dr Lydia Moussa. As an organisational transformation expert, Lydia combines knowledge from her Ph.D. in change facilitation research with over 10 years of consulting and change management training experience.  She is also the author of the Navigating the Chaos of Change (to be released in October 2022). As the the founder of The Change Hub, Lydia works with organisations such as BUPA, Nestle, Roche and NAB just to name a few.  You can find out more about her work and services at: https://thechangehub.com.au/training You can grab a pre-order of the book at at a 20% discount here: https://thechangehub.com.au/book And you can connect with Lydia on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lydia-moussa/   Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com/podcast/   And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe!

In this episode, Dan chats with Sophie Wade. Sophie is a speaker, author and authority on Future-of-Work issues. Her book, Embracing Progress: Next Steps for the Future of Work, is an Executive MBA Program textbook and required reading for several management school leadership courses. You can find out more about Sophie and her books at: https://www.sophiewade.com/ And you can connect with her and access her courses on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophie-wade-380b8/ Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com/podcast/   And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe!

In this episode, Dan chats with Tracey Ezard, a keynote speaker, author and educator, who is dedicated to inspiring people to collaborate and thrive in the workplace. Tracey works with senior leadership teams, whole organisations and systems to create environments of safety and stretch through leadership and collaborative learning cultures. Using evidence base approaches from the latest findings in leadership, emotional intelligence and neuroleadership, she also develops her own thought leadership based on observation of excellence in practice. Tracey is the author of three books, ‘Glue -The Stuff that Binds Us Together to do Extraordinary Work' for leaders across all sectors who want to lift beyond convention to create high performing teams and ‘The Buzz – Creating a Thriving and Collaborative Staff Learning Culture', designed for education leaders to support schools to bring about transformation in education. Her latest book ‘Ferocious Warmth - School Leaders Who Inspire and Transform was released March 2021. You can find out more about Tracey at https://www.traceyezard.com/ and use the codeword HABITS to claim a 20% discount off her books.  You can learn about her Buzz Academy for School Leaders at: https://www.thebuzz.academy/ and connect with her on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/traceyezard/ Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com/podcast/ And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe!

Michael Bungay Stanier returns to the show to discuss Coaching, Goal Setting and his new book How to Begin. Michael is and author whose books have sold more than a million copies. He's best known for The Coaching Habit, the best-selling coaching book of this century and is regarded as one of the #1 Global Thought Leaders in Coaching. He's Australian, and lives in Toronto, Canada. You can access all his books, podcasts and information at: https://www.mbs.works/ Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com/podcast/ And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe!

In this episode Dan chats with Jared Cooney Horvath, neuroscientist, educator, and author of Stop Talking, Start Influencing: 12 Insights from Brain Science to Make Your Message Stick. Amongst other topics they discuss:  What we get wrong about learning in classrooms, boardrooms and sporting locker rooms.  Why you can't multi-task Why personality tests aren't worth all that much You can find out more about Jared and get hold of his books at: https://www.lmeglobal.net/ You can check out his videos on his Youtube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/jaredcooney Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com/podcast/ And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe!

In this episode Dan sits down with Aaron Walsh, the Mental Skills Coach of the Chiefs in Super Rugby. Aaron is an experienced Performance Coach. Currently working with Chiefs in Super Rugby as well as consulting to a number of teams as they build their mental skills programs. He's also worked in Major League Baseball, the National Rugby League and with various national teams. He also coaches multiple corporate leadership teams to enable them to create and maintain a high performance working environment. You can connect with him on LinkedIn. Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com And make sure to like, comment, share & subscribe!  

In the latest Q&A Episode Dan and Tim tackle questions from our listening community including:  How do you tackle imposter syndrome?  How can we rebuild trust in a team after WFH? How can we address Covid Exhaustion? In answering, Dan and Tim reference the following episodes:  Episode 30 with Lucy Hone Episode 48 with Damien Hughes Episode 50 with Ed & Peter Schein Don't forget you can find out more about our work, the Academy and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com/podcast/ And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe!

In this episode, Dan sits down with one of Australia's most recognised and awarded journalists.  Stan Grant has more than 30 years experience in radio and television news and current affairs. Stan has a strong reputation for independence and integrity and has interviewed international political and business leaders, including our own prime ministers and senior ministers. Prior to taking up his latest role Stan served for a decade at a Senior International Correspondent for CNN in Asia and the Middle East, broadcasting to an audience of millions around the world. He has interviewed numerous world leaders including Nelson Mandela, Hillary Clinton, John Kerry, Condoleezza Rice, Yasser Arafat, Mahmoud Abbas, Shimon Peres, Bill Clinton, and Australian Prime Ministers Bob Hawke, Paul Keating, John Howard, Kevin Rudd, Julia Gillard, Tony Abbott, and Malcolm Turnbull. Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe!

In this episode, Dan chats with David Price OBE.  David helps organisations and people to make sustainable change happen. His first book, OPEN: How We'll Work, Live & Learn In The Future was an Amazon best seller. His most recent book The Power Of Us: How We Connect, Act, And Innovate Together  was published in 2020, and is an unashamed celebration of ingenuity around the world. In 2009, he was made a member of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by Her Majesty The Queen. David's Power of Us Agency: https://www.powerofusagency.com/ David's article about Brewdog David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DavidPriceOBE If you'd like to learn more about the Habits of Leadership Academy, or get in touch, please head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/    

In this episode, Dan chats with one of the world's leading neuroscientists Dr Lisa Feldman Barrett.  Dr Barrett is among the top one percent most cited scientists in the world for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. She is a University Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University. She also holds appointments at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, where she is Chief Science Officer for the Center for Law, Brain & Behavior. In addition to the books Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain and How Emotions are Made, Dr. Barrett has published over 240 peer-reviewed, scientific papers appearing in Science, Nature Neuroscience, and other top journals in psychology and cognitive neuroscience, as well as six academic volumes published by Guilford Press. She has also given a popular TED talk with over 6 million views. You can find out more at https://lisafeldmanbarrett.com/ The podcast Dr Barrett refers to about her college suffering a 'Widowmaker' heart attack can be accessed here.  If you'd like to learn more about our work and our Habits of Leadership Academy, head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/ And please don't forget to like, share & subscribe!    

In today's episode Dan chats with Cheri Torres and Jackie Stavros. Cheri is CEO and lead catalyst of Collaborative by Design, a consulting firm that helps organizations improve performance, retain talent, and transform communication and culture, whilst Jackie is a professor at the College of Business and Information Technology, Lawrence Technological University, and an Appreciative Inquiry advisor at the David L. Cooperrider Center for Appreciative Inquiry. This conversation explores how Appreciative Inquiry can be used to create much better conversations, both in groups and one-on-one. If you find the conversation useful, you should register for their free upcoming webinar here. You can also learn more about the book, and access some useful resources at: https://conversationsworthhaving.today/ If you're interested in checking out the Habits of Leadership Academy, or would like to get in touch with any questions, comments or suggestions for guests, then please head over to: https://habitsofleadership.com/  

In this episode Dan & Tim discuss what they see as some of the key considerations that Leaders must be cognisant of as restrictions ease and workplaces and schools re-open. In the podcast they refer to the following episodes and resources: Ep. 20 - Discussing Psychological Safety with Amy Edmondson Ep. 30 - Resilience with Lucy Hone Ep. 34 - Our reflections in June 2020 Ep. 50 - Personising with Ed & Peter Schein Ep. 54 - Chatting with Tal Ben Shahar The article Tim mentions at Be Become Belong Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe!

In this Bitesize, Dan & Tim chat about the challenges associated with Leading Change.  This is the subject of Chapter 8 in Dan's new book, The Act of Leadership. You can download the introduction for free at: https://www.actofleadership.com/ Don't forget you can find out more about our work, and submit a question for consideration to the Podcast by heading to: https://habitsofleadership.com/

Dan & Tim are back with a Q&A Episode featuring questions from the listening community.  1. What's the difference between coaching & mentoring?  2. What are the best wellbeing programs you've seen? 3. How can you remain an optimist and a realist? 4. How can we use The Act of Leadership book to help develop our team?    You can find out more about Dan's book at www.actofleadership.com   Don't forget if you'd like to find out more about us, or submit your questions for our next Q&A episode, head over to https://habitsofleadership.com/podcast/ And please... don't forget to like, comment, subscribe and share!  

In this bitesize episode, Dan & Tim chat about the work of Ed Deci and Richard Ryan and the implications that leaders need to be aware of when attempting to authentically engage their people.  You can find out more about Dan's book at www.actofleadership.com  

In this bitesize episode, Dan & Tim discuss the importance of psychological safety and how by showing vulnerability, leaders are able to enhance a sense of psychological safety within their teams.  You can find out more about Dan's new book, the Act of Leadership by heading over to: https://www.actofleadership.com/  

In this episode Dan chats with Holly Ransom, the author of The Leading Edge, in which she helps people harness their potential to lead by asking better questions, thinking beyond biased answers, and build collective momentum for change. In The Leading Edge, Holly brings the real-world leadership lessons of so many diverse thinkers and pioneers she's met to the fore. You can find out more about Holly and the book at: https://hollyransom.com/ Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com/podcast/ And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe!

In this bite size episode, Dan & Tim chat about Growth Mindset and some of the nuance that often gets missed when organisations attempt to embed it in their culture.  Growth Mindset is a core pillar of Dan's new book The Act of Leadership.  You can find out more about the book, and access the Leaders' Learning Hub at: www.actofleadership.com 

In this episode, Dan chats with Tal Ben Shahar, one of the world's leading experts in the field of positive psychology, wellbeing & the science of happiness.  Tal's new book Happier No Matter What is out now and was written specifically for the challenging times we find ourselves in during the Global Pandemic.  You can find out more about Tal's work at: https://talbenshahar.com/ and https://www.happinessstudies.academy/ Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com/podcast/ And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe! Finally, you can learn more about Dan's new book at https://www.actofleadership.com/  

In this bitesize episode, Dan & Tim chat about the importance of recognising the danger of making assumptions. Things we take for granted are most likely preventing us from being our best.  This is the focus of Chapter 3 of Dan's new book, The Act of Leadership.  You can download the introduction and get your hands on heaps of resources at https://actofleadership.com/  

In this episode, Dan & Tim talk about the importance of acting mindfully, not mindlessly and share a simple way of thinking about how you might regulate your responses, rather than just reacting to what's in front of you.  You can pre-order Dan's book and download the introduction at: https://www.actofleadership.com/    

In this, the first of a new series of short 'bitesize' episodes Dan introduces his new book, 'The Act of Leadership'. In these short episodes, Tim will be interviewing Dan around some of the key themes in the book and how leaders can embed the learning in the book to help them get the best out of themselves and the people around them.  You can learn more about the book at: https://www.actofleadership.com/  

In this episode, Dan & Tim chat to Ed & Peter Schein about how taking a more 'humble' approach to leadership can boost psychological safety, engagement and performance in your team.  Ed Schein is Professor Emeritus of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management. He is the 2009 recipient of the Distinguished Scholar-Practitioner Award of the Academy of Management, the 2012 recipient of the Life Time Achievement Award from the International Leadership Association, and the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award in Organization Development from the International OD Network. Peter Schein is a strategy consultant in Silicon Valley.  He provides help to start-ups and expansion-phase technology companies. Peter's expertise draws on over twenty years of industry experience in marketing and corporate development at technology pioneers. Their website is http://ocli.org/ Don't forget you can find out more about our work and submit questions and suggestions for topics and guests for upcoming shows at: https://habitsofleadership.com/podcast/ And please don't forget to like, comment, share & subscribe!