How They Lead

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  • #022 The Rowing Marine: You can only go forward in life with Lee Spencer

    Our latest guest is Lee Spencer, a testament to resilience and triumph. His World record-breaking journey, from overcoming a challenging upbringing to excelling in the Royal Marines to surviving a life-threatening accident and smashing records, is awe-inspiring.

     

    A captivating speaker, Lee shared insights on developing an innovative mindset, building team ethos, overcoming failure, needing a sense of purpose, and succeeding against the odds. Join us as we explore his remarkable story of courage, leadership, and defying limitations.


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    48 min
  • #021 The Art Of Leadership: Don't be afraid to try with Kathryn Evans

    In this episode, Kathryn Evans, an inspiring and successful leader, joins us. Kathryn is currently a Partner and Head of Employment at Trethowans LLP and has kindly joined us to discuss her wealth of experience, knowledge, and tips for successful leadership.


    Join us as we discuss Kathryn's pathway to success in a competitive field and break down her leadership style, which has led to her gaining and maintaining success. Kathryn strongly believes in leading with a focus on people, including both clients and the team.


    We hope you enjoy this episode and gain valuable insights from our conversation. Join us next time as we explore the stories and experiences of more inspiring leaders.


    If you enjoyed our podcast today, please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Don't forget to visit our website, thewestpeak.com, for more exclusive content. You can also reach us at [email protected] to connect with us on a more personal level.

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    38 min
  • #020 It All Starts with Tuna Pasta: Charting Success with Joe Stringer

    In this of How They Lead, we sit down with Joe Stringer, a titan in the healthtech industry with 27 years of experience in revolutionising healthcare and life sciences.

    Starting off with an intriguing anecdote about how every career choice should be as straightforward as choosing tuna pasta, Joe delves into the simplicity of starting with 'YOUR why'. He shares the importance of authenticity, humility, and the unique '10 by 10' approach to networking that has marked his path to success.

    Not one to shy away from hard truths, Joe emphasises that the absence of feedback is not just a missed opportunity but is downright rude. He offers invaluable insights into knowing your audience, understanding yourself, and recognising when it's time to seek new mountains to climb.

    For more exclusive content, visit our website at thewestpeak.com. Connect with us directly at [email protected] to share your thoughts and stories.

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    33 min
  • [Trailer] It All Starts with Tuna Pasta: Charting Success with Joe Stringer

    In this of How They Lead, we sit down with Joe Stringer, a titan in the healthtech industry with 27 years of experience in revolutionising healthcare and life sciences.

    Starting off with an intriguing anecdote about how every career choice should be as straightforward as choosing tuna pasta, Joe delves into the simplicity of starting with 'YOUR why'. He shares the importance of authenticity, humility, and the unique '10 by 10' approach to networking that has marked his path to success.

    Not one to shy away from hard truths, Joe emphasises that the absence of feedback is not just a missed opportunity but is downright rude. He offers invaluable insights into knowing your audience, understanding yourself, and recognising when it's time to seek new mountains to climb.

    For more exclusive content, visit our website at thewestpeak.com. Connect with us directly at [email protected] to share your thoughts and stories.

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    1 min
  • #019 Grit, Goals, and Giving Back: Why West Peak are Powering Team Wild Waves

    In this episode of How They Lead, we're joined by the unstoppable duo Charlotte Harris and Jessica Oliver, the heart and soul behind Team Wild Waves. With a friendship forged over a decade ago at Cardiff University, these best friends have not only conquered marathons and triathlons but have also set a world record for the fastest female pair to row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean.

    Now, with their sights set on an even more daunting challenge, Charlotte and Jessica share their plans to embark on "The World's Toughest Row," a 3,000-mile journey across the Pacific Ocean from Monterey Bay, California, to Hawaii, in June 2024. The girls open up about the birth of Team Wild Waves, their incredible world record, and the unparalleled power of teamwork and female friendship that propelled them to success.

    Delving deeper, they discuss their rigorous training regimen, nutritional strategies, and the ongoing search for sponsors to support their next record-breaking endeavor. Beyond the thrill of adventure, Charlotte and Jessica are deeply committed to making a difference, raising significant funds for charities like Shelter and Women's Aid during their Atlantic challenge, and planning innovative fundraising initiatives like a Wild Waves Online Raffle.

    Don't forget to follow their journey, support their causes, and find out how you can contribute to their incredible mission via www.teamwildwaves.com.

    For more exclusive content and updates, visit our website at thewestpeak.com and reach out to us at [email protected].

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    32 min
  • [Trailer] Grit, Goals, and Giving Back: Why West Peak are Powering Team Wild Waves

    In this episode of How They Lead, we're joined by the unstoppable duo Charlotte Harris and Jessica Oliver, the heart and soul behind Team Wild Waves. With a friendship forged over a decade ago at Cardiff University, these best friends have not only conquered marathons and triathlons but have also set a world record for the fastest female pair to row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean.

    Now, with their sights set on an even more daunting challenge, Charlotte and Jessica share their plans to embark on "The World's Toughest Row," a 3,000-mile journey across the Pacific Ocean from Monterey Bay, California, to Hawaii, in June 2024. The girls open up about the birth of Team Wild Waves, their incredible world record, and the unparalleled power of teamwork and female friendship that propelled them to success.

    Delving deeper, they discuss their rigorous training regimen, nutritional strategies, and the ongoing search for sponsors to support their next record-breaking endeavor. Beyond the thrill of adventure, Charlotte and Jessica are deeply committed to making a difference, raising significant funds for charities like Shelter and Women's Aid during their Atlantic challenge, and planning innovative fundraising initiatives like a Wild Waves Online Raffle.

    Don't forget to follow their journey, support their causes, and find out how you can contribute to their incredible mission via www.teamwildwaves.com.

    For more exclusive content and updates, visit our website at thewestpeak.com and reach out to us at [email protected].

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 min
  • #018 Top Challenges Facing Leaders this Quarter

    What does it take to lead successfully in Q4 2023 and beyond?

    Join this special episode, where we delve into the ever-evolving landscape of leadership development, team performance, and the pulse of the business world this quarter. We reflect on the crucial role of feedback culture in fostering a thriving organisational environment.

    Unpacking the nuances of 360-degree feedback, we shed light on the potential surprises and how a well-established feedback culture acts as a safeguard.

    Drawing from our personal experiences, we share insight into the challenges faced by leaders and the ever-changing skill set demanded by the contemporary business landscape.

    We hope you enjoyed our solo episode and gained valuable insights from our conversation. Join us next time as we explore the stories and experiences of more inspiring leaders.

    Don't forget to visit our website at thewestpeak.com for more exclusive content. Reach us at [email protected] to connect with you on a more personal level.

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    30 min
  • [Trailer] Top Challenges Facing Leaders this Quarter

    What does it take to lead successfully in Q4 2023 and beyond?

    Join this special episode, where we delve into the ever-evolving landscape of leadership development, team performance, and the pulse of the business world this quarter. We reflect on the crucial role of feedback culture in fostering a thriving organisational environment.

    Unpacking the nuances of 360-degree feedback, we shed light on the potential surprises and how a well-established feedback culture acts as a safeguard.

    Drawing from our personal experiences, we share insight into the challenges faced by leaders and the ever-changing skill set demanded by the contemporary business landscape.

    We hope you enjoyed our solo episode and gained valuable insights from our conversation. Join us next time as we explore the stories and experiences of more inspiring leaders.

    Don't forget to visit our website at thewestpeak.com for more exclusive content. Reach us at [email protected] to connect with you on a more personal level.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 min
  • #017 From Dragon's Den Start up to Exit: Learning to Lead Using Emotional Intelligence with Hannah Saunders

    How this former Royal Air Force leverage her military background to lead a skincare company?

    Hannah Saunders, a former Royal Air Force officer turned entrepreneur and investor, shares her remarkable journey and the unique leadership style that has enabled her to thrive in both the military and the business world.

    From her early days as a flight lieutenant in the RAF to her role as a successful entrepreneur, Hannah has embraced a leadership approach that combines humility, adaptability, and a willingness to learn from others.

    Join us as we explore Hannah's incredible transformation from a start-up founder to a Dragon's Den investor and learn about the pivotal moments that shaped her leadership style.

    Learn more about Hannah Saunders via LinkedIn.

    We hope you enjoyed this episode and gained valuable insights from our conversation with Ana. Join us next time as we explore the stories and experiences of more inspiring leaders.

    Don't forget to visit our website at thewestpeak.com for more exclusive content. Reach us at [email protected] to connect with you on a more personal level.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min
  • [Trailer] From Dragon's Den Start up to Exit: Learning to Lead Using Emotional Intelligence with Hannah Saunders

    How this former Royal Air Force leverage her military background to lead a skincare company?

    Hannah Saunders, a former Royal Air Force officer turned entrepreneur and investor, shares her remarkable journey and the unique leadership style that has enabled her to thrive in both the military and the business world.

    From her early days as a flight lieutenant in the RAF to her role as a successful entrepreneur, Hannah has embraced a leadership approach that combines humility, adaptability, and a willingness to learn from others.

    Join us as we explore Hannah's incredible transformation from a start-up founder to a Dragon's Den investor and learn about the pivotal moments that shaped her leadership style.

    Learn more about Hannah Saunders via LinkedIn.

    We hope you enjoyed this episode and gained valuable insights from our conversation with Ana. Join us next time as we explore the stories and experiences of more inspiring leaders.

    Don't forget to visit our website at thewestpeak.com for more exclusive content. Reach us at [email protected] to connect with you on a more personal level.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2 min

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How They Lead (Lessons Learnt at the Rockface of Leadership) podcast aims to evolve the way people perform by showcasing a variety of examples of high performance, sharing stories of people who…