IMPACTFUL Teamwork

In this episode of the 'Impactful Teamwork' podcast, host Julia Felton delves into the vital role of trust in team dynamics, sharing a personal story about rescuing and building trust with two horses, Bracken and Thistle.

Julia explains how lessons learned from her equine experiences can be translated into business strategies using the ABCD model of trust by Ken Blanchard—Able, Believable, Connected, and Dependable. The episode explores the impact of trust on employee engagement, productivity, and relationship-building, especially in today's remote and hybrid work environments. Julia encourages leaders to reflect on their methods for fostering trust and offers insights into equine-facilitated leadership development.

00:00 The Power of Teamwork

00:26 Welcome to Impactful Teamwork

01:02 A Story of Trust: Bracken and Thistle

05:12 Building Trust in Leadership

11:08 The ABCD of Trust

16:59 The Decline of Trust in the Workplace

18:25 Practical Steps to Build Trust

25:56 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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n this episode of Impactful Teamwork, host Julia Felton is joined by resilience coach Russell Harvey. Russell shares his definition of resilience as 'springing forward with learning,' differentiating it from the traditional idea of 'bouncing back.' They discuss the importance of pausing, re-energizing, and reflecting to build resilience, introducing the concept of a 'resilience wheel' that focuses on seven key aspects: attitude, purpose, confidence, adaptability, support network, meaning, and energy. The conversation also explores practical strategies to balance team welfare, prevent burnout, and enhance productivity through strengths-based delegation and fostering a trustful work environment. The episode ends with insights on creating optimism and avoiding toxic positivity, along with tips for leaders to maintain resilience in challenging times.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:59 Defining Resilience

02:17 The Importance of Pausing and Reflecting

03:17 Building Resilience with the Resilience Wheel

08:10 Optimism vs. Toxic Positivity

22:04 Balancing Team Welfare and Productivity

29:20 The Connection Between Trust and Resilience

31:38 Conclusion and Contact Information

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In this episode of Impactful Teamwork, hosted by Julia Felton, we explore five significant disruptive shifts shaping the corporate world in 2025. From the end of traditional corporate advantages to the rise of swarming leadership and continuous reinvention, Julia delves into how these changes demand adaptability, agility, and innovative strategic planning.

Key insights include the decline of the five-day workweek, the surge in corporate sabotage due to disengaged employees, and the importance of embracing flexible and dynamic business models. Leaders are encouraged to drive these transformations to ensure their organisations remain competitive and thriving amidst ongoing global turmoil.

00:00 Introduction: Navigating Turbulent Times

02:10 The End of Corporate Advantage

07:50 Corporate Sabotage on the Rise

10:49 The Death of the Five-Day Work Week

15:04 The Rise of Swarming Leadership

18:10 Reinvention Becomes Mainstream

19:52 Conclusion: Adapting to 2025 and Beyond

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In this New Year's episode of Impactful Teamwork, we usher in 2025 by discussing key leadership transformations necessary for thriving in today's turbulent environment. Reflecting on McKinsey & Company's latest research, the episode emphasises the need for new leadership skills focused on impact, collaboration, and authenticity.

We discuss five critical paradigm shifts— from profit to impact, from competition to co-creation, from command to collaboration, from control to evolution, and from expectations to wholeness—essential for modern organisations. Real-life examples, like Netflix's transformation, illustrate how visionary leadership can drive substantial growth and innovation. The episode concludes with an invitation to consider and implement these changes in your leadership approach for a more dynamic and prosperous 2025.

00:00 Welcome to Impactful Teamwork 2025

00:23 Reflecting on New Year's Resolutions

01:02 Creating Space for New Goals

02:07 Research Insights from McKinsey

02:48 Challenges and Opportunities in Leadership

03:54 The Evolution of Leadership Structures

05:15 New Organizational Approaches

07:43 Five Critical Leadership Shifts

08:49 From Profit to Impact

11:51 From Competition to Co-Creation

13:08 From Command to Collaboration

13:42 From Control to Evolution

14:40 From Expectations to Wholeness

15:43 Embracing Paradigm Shifts in 2025

16:45 Inspiring Leadership Transformation

17:39 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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In this New Year's Eve episode of Impactful Teamwork, reflections on 2024 and goal-setting for 2025 are discussed. The host shares insights from a Vision Quest with Stephanie Trager about the importance of aligning energy with goals.

Anecdotes about a 2020 workshop with horses illustrate how alignment impacts goal achievement. The episode also explores reinvention both personally and professionally, including the host’s recent experience of a hacked LinkedIn account and a revamped business logo. Listeners are encouraged to choose their own word for 2025 and consider the energy they want to bring into the new year.

00:00 Welcome and Festive Reflections

00:47 Vision Quest Insights

01:32 Energy Alignment and Goals

02:02 Lessons from the Horses

04:24 Reinvention and Personal Stories

06:43 The Importance of Reinvention

14:26 New Logo and Final Thoughts

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In this heartfelt episode, Julia expresses deep gratitude for the listeners of the IMPACTFUL Teamwork podcast over the past year. She highlights the importance of showing appreciation both in personal and professional contexts. Through touching anecdotes, including stories about individuals like Colin and Amber who have significantly contributed to her life, and acknowledgements of colleagues, clients, and partners, she emphasises how genuine gratitude can enhance connections and foster a positive culture in organisations.

The episode wraps up with a meaningful story about the significance of appreciating people in a way that is meaningful to them and closes with holiday wishes and a look forward to the new year.

00:00 Introduction and Gratitude

01:30 Recognising Key Individuals

03:38 The Power of Gratitude in Leadership

05:47 Acknowledging Associates and Team Members

08:46 Appreciation for Clients and Partners

11:52 Upcoming Plans and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of IMPACTFULTeamwork, host Julia Felton emphasiSes the critical role of reflection in both personal and professional development. Drawing parallels with nature's cycles, Julia explains how businesses can benefit from periods of rest, reflection, and regeneration.

She also introduces the 'start, stop, continue' exercise to help leaders evaluate actions and strategies throughout the year, not just at year-end. Additionally, Julia highlights the need for different leadership styles during various business phases and stresses the importance of regularly pausing to assess and adjust to ensure continued growth and innovation. The episode concludes with holiday wishes and an invitation to watch her recent webinar on leveraging nature's wisdom for effective business management.

00:00 Introduction to Impactful Teamwork

00:38 The Importance of Reflection in Business

02:03 Nature's Cycles and Business Management

06:10 Practical Reflection Exercises

14:59 The Role of Leadership in Different Business Seasons

20:13 Final Thoughts and Holiday Wishes

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In this episode of Impactful Teamwork, Julia Felton discusses the critical role middle managers play in fostering talent and shaping organisational culture. Highlighting their often overlooked yet essential contributions, she delves into the pressures they face from both senior leadership and team members, emphasising the need for better support and investment. Felton outlines the key behaviours and attributes needed for effective middle management and offers actionable steps for organisations to empower these vital personnel, ultimately enhancing overall business performance.

00:00 Introduction to Impactful Teamwork

00:12 The Crucial Role of Middle Managers

00:26 Challenges Faced by Middle Managers

01:53 The Importance of Organizational Culture

05:50 Key Behaviors for Middle Manager Success

09:57 Strategies to Support Middle Managers

17:27 Empowering Middle Managers for Future Success

22:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of Impactful Teamwork, host Julia Felton explores how to empower team members using the DiSC profiling system. She introduces the four DiSC profiles — Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Conscientiousness — and discusses how to identify and address the unique needs of each type to foster empowerment, collaboration, and productivity.

Julia emphasises the importance of recognising team members' personality styles and offers practical tips for leaders to elevate and stretch their teams for maximum results. She also highlights the benefits of diverse perspectives and shared leadership in building effective, cohesive teams.

00:00 Introduction to Empowering Team Members

00:31 Understanding DiSC Profiling

03:14 Drawing the DiSC Diagram

03:52 Characteristics of DiSC Profiles

07:48 Empowering Different DiSC Profiles

09:17 Benefits of Empowering Team Members

13:16 Strategies for Empowering Each Profile

21:33 Practical Tips and Conclusion

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In this episode of Impactful Teamwork, host Julia Felton tackles common myths about teamwork and reveals crucial insights for enhancing team performance. She highlights the importance of a balanced mix of individual and collective skills, referring to scientific research and examples such as the U.S. Olympic relay team.

Julia explains McKinsey's identification of 17 health drivers categorised into configuration, alignment, execution, and renewal, which significantly impact team effectiveness.

She also introduces three team archetypes—cycling, relay, and rowing—illustrating different interdependence levels and performance drivers. Listeners are encouraged to assess their team types and focus on essential health drivers to optimize teamwork and achieve extraordinary results.

00:00 Introduction to Impactful Teamwork

02:08 Debunking Teamwork Myths

04:28 McKinsey's 17 Health Drivers for Team Performance

06:08 Deep Dive into Configuration and Alignment

07:59 Execution and Renewal Explained

12:17 The Importance of Trust and Decision Making

13:23 Myth Busting: Teams' Self-Awareness

14:52 Myth Busting: No One-Size-Fits-All Playbook

16:43 Team Archetypes: Cycling, Relay, and Rowing

22:36 Conclusion and Call to Action

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