Tom Lawrence started out as an engineering apprentice at an automotive company in Liverpool in the UK. He worked in this industry for a few years, throughout which he found himself working under multiple managers who were not particularly good leaders. These were the quintessential managers of the past… people who just focussed on “getting the job done”. Once he became a manager, he found himself scrambling to figure out the job of leading a team – wishing he had been trained by his predecessor. This led him to the realization that if a manager really does a good job, they are actively upskilling their team to become leaders themselves. 

Today you will hear about how Tom came to write his book “Manager to Leader” (Amazon) and we dig a little deeper into a few of the topics he covers in this book. Tom is passionate about teaching people to lead well and I was inspired by his worldview on leaders. 

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In this episode of the Cultural of Leadership Podcast, Brendan dives deep with Henrik Bresman, a professor and author of X-Teams, exploring why traditional team models fail in today’s fast-changing world. Henrik shares insights on building high-performing teams by focusing externally—embracing knowledge, power, and work structures beyond the team.

From overcoming discomfort to asking tough questions, this conversation offers practical strategies for leaders to navigate complexity and foster a culture of impactful leadership. Tune in for actionable wisdom!

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SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
00:22 - Overview of X-Teams
02:35 - Why Traditional Models Fail
05:29 - The Aha Moment for X-Teams
08:02 - Henrik’s Leadership Journey
11:17 - Knowledge Structure: Internal vs. External
24:58 - Power Structure: Influence Beyond Titles
33:33 - Work Structure: Managing Interdependencies
43:45 - Tools for X-Teams Success
48:06 - The Power of Asking Questions
51:34 - Staying Relevant as a Leader
52:53 - Building a Leadership Culture
54:47 - Closing Thoughts and Book Insights

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What factors go into the recruitment process? What makes a good leader? Why does treating candidates with respect matter? These are some of the questions that we’ll explore in today’s episode. 

Today’s guest is Mark Purbrick. Mark is the Managing Director of Peoplogica. He has over 35 years of management experience, including 23 years at the General Manager or Chief Executive Officer level, as well as more than 30 years of board director experience for both private enterprise and government-controlled entities. Mark assists clients to make the right business and people capital decisions.

Mark has designed Innovative People Capital Solutions and has ensured that Peoplogica is at the forefront of people tests, assessments, and surveys. He specializes in the attraction, selection, and retention of high-performing talent. Listen to today’s episode to hear what Mark has to say about what high-performing talent looks like, how businesses can attract them, and what leaders need to be doing through the selection process.

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In this engaging episode of the Culture of Leadership Podcast, host Brendan Rogers welcomes Steve Tashjian, founder of the Elevation Project. Steve shares insights from his career in professional sports, including his time with Everton FC and the US Men’s National Team. He unpacks the four pillars of high-performance teams—alignment, empowerment, collaboration, and resilience—and their application to business.

From vulnerability’s role in trust-building to navigating organizational change, Steve offers actionable strategies for leaders. Tune in to discover how to foster a winning culture in any high-pressure environment.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
00:41 - The Elevation Project: Steve’s Journey
02:43 - Discovering Purpose in High-Performance Environments
04:58 - Defining High Performance in Sports
05:36 - Key Characteristics of High-Performing Teams
13:28 - Comparing Everton FC and USMNT
17:33 - Decision-Making Under Pressure
19:26 - David Moyes and Manchester United’s Identity Crisis
26:03 - Succession and Organizational Alignment
29:38 - Vision and Purpose in Business
40:46 - Empowering Teams with Decentralized Command
44:31 - Building Trust for Collaboration
48:51 - Resilience Through Diversity and Expertise
54:23 - Creating a Culture of Vulnerability
57:54 - Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

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What is thought leadership? What is it that thought leaders are doing, and who decides who is and isn’t a thought leader, anyway? According to today’s guest, a lot of people are doing it wrong by calling themselves thought leaders – instead, it should be a title that others bestow on you. It’s up to your audience to decide whether or not you’re actually leading. 

Peter Winick is the Founder and CEO of Thought Leadership Leverage. He has helped individuals and organizations build and grow revenue through designing and growing their thought leadership platforms for two decades. He has also guided and advised for the increasing business-to-business sales of Thought Leadership products.

Listen to today’s episode to hear Peter talk about how he got into the thought leadership space in the first place and what the term means to him. He discusses both what’s leading the thought leadership field now as well as what’s coming in the future. If you’re interested in how to become a thought leader and what you might do to get started in the thought leadership space, this episode is for you. 

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In this episode, host Brendan Rogers sits down with Damon Lembi, CEO of LearnIt, to discuss imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and leadership growth. Damon shares his journey from aspiring professional baseball player to leading a successful learning company. He reveals the four-step framework he developed to conquer imposter syndrome and offers practical strategies for building confidence, embracing failure, and leading with authenticity.

They also explore the importance of personal growth, resilience, and fostering a culture of learning. If you’ve ever questioned your abilities, this conversation will provide valuable insights on overcoming doubt and stepping into leadership.

View the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BZ13waQxZ9Q

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

00:00 - Welcome & Introduction
00:22 - Damon’s Background & Baseball Journey
02:54 - From Sports to Business: Starting at LearnIt
05:40 - Growing LearnIt into a Leading Learning Platform
10:17 - The Difference Between Self-Doubt & Imposter Syndrome
13:47 - Damon’s First Experience with Imposter Syndrome
17:32 - Overcoming Challenges & Lessons in Leadership
20:47 - The Four-Step Framework to Conquer Imposter Syndrome
28:18 - The Role of Hard Work & Deliberate Practice
34:52 - Learning, Letting Go, & Taking Action
39:52 - The Impact of Transparency & Authentic Leadership
42:00 - Building a Culture of Leadership & Learning
43:49 - Closing Thoughts & Final Advice

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What is the key to unlocking potential?

Mark Bragg is a Performance and Leadership Coach who has been coaching in one form or another for 40 years. In his early career, Mark played and coached basketball professionally, in Australia’s National Basketball League.

Over the past two decades, Mark has worked as an Executive Coach in multiple business disciplines and industries in 23 countries.

In recent years, he has been working in San Francisco, Hong Kong, Dublin and Sydney with Emerging Australian entrepreneurs.

Mark works with Martin West as co-founders of X-Gap, which focuses on helping create healthy and successful Leaders and Teams. They work together extensively and also co-authored Hard Road: A Leader’s Journey Begins, which we spoke about way back on Episode 4.

Mark has a specific emphasis on providing personalised coaching for Leaders and their Teams. With the focus being on personal growth and improved work performance. His programs are specifically designed for each client, based on 3 fundamental principles:

The focus of our conversation today is Coaching, and how Coaching is the key to unlock potential.

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In this episode, host Brendan Rogers sits down with Craig Hewitt, founder of Castos, to discuss his journey from podcaster to SaaS entrepreneur. Craig shares the challenges of building a podcast hosting platform, the struggles of leading a growing business, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

They dive into podcasting trends, personal branding, and the realities of entrepreneurship. Craig also opens up about fundraising, layoffs, and what it takes to scale a company while staying true to its vision. Tune in for an honest conversation about leadership, growth, and the evolving podcasting landscape.

View the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SjBoUaSSkt4

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 - Welcome & Introduction
00:48 - Craig’s Background & the Birth of Castos
02:31 - The Evolution of Podcasting & Media
05:23 - Starting a Business in a Known Industry
08:48 - The Biggest Struggle: Communicating with Developers
12:34 - Who is Castos’ Ideal Customer?
15:35 - The Challenges of Being a Solo Founder
20:46 - Hard Leadership Decisions & Business Growth
27:39 - Learning from Failure & Business Strategy
38:53 - Personal Branding & Marketing in 2024
47:54 - Building a Strong Leadership Culture
50:26 - Craig’s Podcast & Closing Thoughts

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What you need to know about meetings.

Andrew Moore is the Principal Consultant in Australia for The Table Group, where he works with CEOs and Executive Teams to help them apply the concepts of organisational health. 

His clients span a broad spectrum of organisations in fields including emergency services, construction, market research, travel, telecommunications, education and insurance.

Prior to partnering with The Table Group in 2012, Andrew worked as CEO of Harcourts Real Estate in Western Australia. Before that, he worked in various executive roles in the Brisbane real estate industry. Andrew holds a Doctorate in Cultural Change Management and post graduate degrees in Economics and Strategic Organisational Development, and lives with his wife and family in Brisbane.

Andrew and I connected on LinkedIn in 2018 and I was lucky enough to meet with him that same year when I was visiting my home town of Brisbane.

The focus of our conversation today is Meetings. And I know you will also be fascinated by his insight into why meetings are so important and why as leaders, it is vital to have great meetings.

Listen in to learn what you need to know about meetings…

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Are you drowning in tasks but never making progress? In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of time debt—why most entrepreneurs feel overwhelmed and how to break free. Our guest shares his powerful journey from personal tragedy to mastering productivity and leadership.

Discover why saying no is more important than saying yes, how to pre-spend your time for maximum impact, and why courage is the key to success. If you're ready to take control of your time and business, this episode is a must-listen!

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00:00 - Welcome & Introduction
00:17 - A Life-Altering Tragedy
02:48 - Discovering a Passion for Teaching
04:45 - The Entrepreneurial Seizure & Time Debt
06:52 - A Defining Moment at Lincoln Center
10:41 - The Meaning Behind Founders Fire
12:17 - Breaking Free from Wage Slavery
20:34 - What is Time Debt?
24:11 - Why Entrepreneurs Struggle with Focus
29:45 - The Simple System to Eliminate Time Debt
34:47 - The Power of Saying No
39:11 - Why Knowledge Isn’t Enough—Leverage is Key
42:06 - The Role of Group Accountability
46:35 - The Hidden Costs of Overworking
52:46 - The Courage to Make a Change
57:45 - Finding Freedom Through Structure
01:07:15 - The Most Important Leadership Trait
01:10:01 - Final Takeaways & Closing

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