In this episode of The Results Loading… podcast, Chris Bridleman joins Michael Atkin to discuss his career journey, starting with his transition from IT to operations and overcoming imposter syndrome. Chris shares insights into developing a problem-solving mindset and embedding values within company culture to ensure team buy-in. The conversation highlights pivotal leadership moments, engaging with employees' personal goals, and the importance of peer collaboration and mentorship. Chris emphasizes embracing challenging projects for leadership development and explores technology's role in operations and future supply chain trends. The episode concludes with essential leadership lessons and closing remarks.

(0:00) Introduction and guest welcome

(0:35) Overview of guest's career and early experiences

(4:12) Transition from IT to operations and overcoming imposter syndrome

(6:38) Developing a problem-solving mindset in business

(11:37) Embedding values in company culture and team buy-in

(15:32) Pivotal moments in leadership and strategy

(20:48) Engaging with employees' personal goals

(22:02) Peer collaboration and the influence of mentors

(29:41) Embracing challenging projects and leadership development

(32:47) Technology's role in operations and future trends in supply chains

(42:24) Essential leadership lessons and closing remarks