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Impactful Conversations Podcast

Hosted by Dr. Glenn Wallis and Nejmi Alexander, the Impactful Conversations Podcast delivers insightful discussions that inspire change and elevate your leadership. Drawing on their expertise and the latest research, they break down key concepts to enhance your daily effectiveness. They are often joined by brilliant expert guests. Let us know the changes listening to this podcast motivates you to make!

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Episode 24

Leadership expert Campbell MacPherson discusses the impact of AI on leadership, exploring scenarios, essential traits for leaders, and practical ways to embrace AI-driven change. This conversation is about clarity, curiosity, and the courage to act before you have all the answers.

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Episode 23

Simon Hall is a storytelling expert and Cambridge course leader. He shares invaluable insights on how leaders can harness the power of storytelling to inspire, influence and connect, and stresses the importance of practice to elevate your communication skills.

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Episode 22

We explore the concept of decision velocity in leadership, focusing on how leaders can optimise decision-making speed and quality amidst uncertainty and organisational pressures, and offering practical tools and frameworks to help leaders make better decisions at the right pace.

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Episode 21

Cécile Cluitmans, a senior executive leader in a male-dominated engineering industry, discusses the challenges of proving her credibility as a woman in a male-dominated environment. She also touches on cultural perspectives on female leadership and much more.

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Episode 20

With Simon Hopper, a Director of Learning and Organisational Development, we examine the critical role of middle management; the challenges they face, the importance of empowering them, and how to harness their institutional knowledge to drive performance.

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Episode 19

Creating opportunities for leadership is important. It requires trust and control in delegation, and the setting of clear expectations. We also touch on how team members can effectively step into their roles, and the importance of proactive communication in leadership development.

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Episode 18

Adaptability and self-awareness - two important skills when leaders are navigating the complexities of modern work environments. We discuss the impact these skills have, and how timing plays a part in stepping in and out of various leadership roles.

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Episode 17

Amy Baxendale, global people and workforce leader, explores what leadership really means in a skills-powered, AI-enabled world, sharing practical insights into what it takes to build a skills-powered organisation and, crucially, the leadership mindset required to make it work.

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Episode 16

We discuss the evolving landscape of leadership, emphasising the importance of creating space for introspection, the distinction between productivity and impactivity. Now’s the time for leaders to embrace their identity and focus on developing their teams for greater impact.

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Episode 15

In this part 2 of two episodes focusing on the evolving role of leaders, we reflect on the key themes from the year, focusing on strategic clarity and transformation as essential leadership disciplines; including the importance of aligning organisational strategy with team objectives.

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Episode 14

Leadership is evolving; team members are individuals not just resources. With the shift in power dynamics and cultural expectations now facing leaders, we advocate for a more human-centred approach to leadership in order to enhance performance and engagement.

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Episode 13

Justine Whitaker, organisational psychologist and expert in people and culture, discusses leadership behaviours that foster a thriving culture, and the role of continuous learning. She emphasises that culture is a collective responsibility and should be measured through various metrics.

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Episode 12

CJ Bedford, Chief People Officer at Eton Bridge, shares insights from her diverse career, including lessons learned from military service, the importance of purpose and empowerment in organisations, and the delicate balance between performance and culture.

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Episode 11

Patrick Ballin has a rich breadth of experience in Team Coaching. Our conversation delves into the intricacies of building high performing teams, emphasising the importance of self-inquiry for leaders, understanding team contexts, and fostering trust.

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Episode 10

Rachael is an expert in building high performing teams, and has an extensive background in HR and leadership. We explore the key ingredients for creating high performing teams, observable behaviours that indicate high performance, and the need to foster a safe environment for growth.

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Episode 9

We discuss the intricacies of building and sustaining high performing teams, exploring the challenges leaders face, the importance of trust and team dynamics, and practical strategies for fostering a high performance culture and team cohesion, especially in virtual settings.

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Episode 8

We discuss the transition from traditional performance management to a culture that emphasises ongoing development and engagement. We also explore insights from recent guests, including the ROI of investing in people, and the need for meaningful conversations.

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Episode 7

Avril Somerville, Talent Development Specialist, shares a radical new approach to performance management that focuses on self-actualisation and enhancing employee performance. She highlights the importance of understanding and integrating employees’ personal ambitions.

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Episode 6

Our guest, leading Performance Coach, Keith Antoine, shares insights on transforming challenging conversations into opportunities for growth, and we discuss the essence of performance in organisations, emphasising the importance of development.

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Episode 5

We dissect the intricacies of goal setting in leadership, the importance of setting meaningful goals that drive results, the challenges leaders face, and the significance of engaging team members in goal setting. We also look at the effectiveness of different measurement tools.

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Episode 4

We explore why setting intentions can be more effective than traditional goal setting, look at the influence of reflection and focus on the power of aligning personal purpose with goals on enhancing motivation. These resolutions and impactful messages are relevant all year round!

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Episode 3

Joined by Dr Dieter Veldsman, an organisational psychologist with deep expertise in Strategic HR, Organisational Design, and Development, we explore the intricacies of strategy in organisations, including the distinction between strategy and planning and the role of leadership.

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Episode 2

We delve into the concept of the leadership shadow, exploring its definition, manifestations, and the challenges leaders face in addressing their ‘shadow’ sides, as well as the importance of self-awareness and the impact of cultural context on leadership behaviours.

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Episode 1

We explore the complexities of organisational transformation, with an emphasis on the importance of leadership, culture and purpose in successfully navigating change. We look at the risks associated with transformation and the role of leaders in fostering adaptability.

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