Join Simon around the After Dinner Leadership table with Ryan Spoors, Account Executive at Redo.

Simon and Ryan sit together for a thoughtful, candid conversation as Ryan prepares to move on to a new role and a new industry. After years behind the scenes helping shape the podcast, Ryan turns the tables and reflects on what hundreds of hours of listening to leaders has taught him.

You will hear Ryan unpack three themes that show up again and again in great leaders:

• Why listening is a skill you develop, not a switch you flip
• The difference between having mentors and actually using them
• How to “bet on yourself” without ego, and build a career with intention

While we bid farewell to Ryan, we are reminded of the powerful lessons shared through this podcast. His journey may be taking him elsewhere, but the wisdom he leaves behind will continue to resonate with us.

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Previous episodes mentioned:

033: Recalibrate...with...Richard Madden

042: How to Listen (part 1)...with...Oscar Trimboli

043: How to Listen (part 2)...with...Oscar Trimboli

051: Bet on Yourself...with...Colin Stewart

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Join Simon around the After Dinner Leadership table with George Costard, Managing Director of DEKA Life Sciences.

In this episode, Simon and George explore why creating a strong hiring culture is essential to building a successful business - and the true cost of getting it wrong. They discuss knowing when it’s okay not to have all the answers, what good performance metrics really look like, and how the right people can shape the success of a business. Whether you’re a business leader, aspiring entrepreneur, or considering starting your own business, you’ll leave with practical insights and fresh perspectives to help you build the right team, make better hiring decisions, and grow with confidence.

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Join Simon around the After Dinner Leadership table with Zoë Thompson, Strategic Leadership Consultant and Coach.

In this episode, we explore how to find your unique leadership style, lead with confidence through uncertainty, and elevate your impact in an AI-powered world. Whether you're an emerging leader, or a seasoned executive, you'll leave with fresh perspectives and practical insights to help you lead with authenticity, adaptability, and purpose.

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Join Simon around the After Dinner Leadership table with Aleck Jones, CEO & Co-Founder of Kindling Bio.

In this episode, Aleck reflects on the leadership lessons he wishes he'd learned earlier, including the importance of becoming comfortable with discomfort and using it as a catalyst for growth. He also shares the inspiring work Kindling Bio is doing to advance children's cancer research, offering a powerful reminder of how purpose can drive innovation and impact.

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Join Simon around the After Dinner Leadership table with Amrit Dhaliwal, CEO of Walfinch.

In this episode, Amrit shares insights on the role of mentors in shaping leaders, the value of accountability in driving growth, and why meaningful relationships matter more than material possessions. Together, Simon and Amrit explore the limits of materialism and discuss what it truly means to build a successful and fulfilling life.

https://walfinchfranchising.com

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Joining Simon around the After Dinner Leadership table is Daniel Rellaford.

In this episode, we explore The Empowerment Dynamic, a powerful framework that challenges the familiar patterns of drama that can quietly shape our leadership and relationships. Daniel brings clarity and depth to the roles we often fall into, and offers a compelling alternative: one grounded in ownership, creativity, and purposeful action.

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In this episode, Simon is joined at the After Dinner Leadership table by his childhood friend, Grant Watling, Portfolio Chief Customer Officer at Hg. Drawing on a successful career, Grant reflects on the three leadership lessons he wishes he had learned much earlier. Pull up a seat and join the conversation.

Grant Watling

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Joining Simon around the After Dinner Leadership table is founder of Build Yourself, Maya Sharfi, who shares practical insights to help professionals take their next step without burning out. They also explore how to leverage AI in career advancement.

What's Between You and Your Next Level Role Quiz
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Join us around the virtual After Dinner Leadership table as Simon explores the concept of antifragility. The idea that individuals and systems can grow stronger through challenge and adversity. Drawing inspiration from Jonathan Haidt’s book The Anxious Generation, Simon reflects on what this idea means for leaders today, and why resilience alone may no longer be enough in a world that often shields people from difficulty.

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In this episode, Simon is joined around the After Dinner Leadership table by Andy Freed. A Business executive, board chair, leadership advisor, and author of Lead Like The Boss, for a compelling conversation on leadership through the lens of one of music’s most enduring icons.

Andy explains why Bruce Springsteen isn’t just a legendary performer, but a truly exceptional leader and someone who has inspired generations not only through his music, but through the way he leads his band, connects with his audience, and consistently lives out his values.

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