Leadership Launchpads

In this episode we speak to the ever surprising and inspiring Oli Cav about all kinds of things including his early sporting prowess, brushes with celebrities, the impact of a controversial training program and why we might all need to practice being embarrassed.

In this episode we get to hear from Dr Deb about the intricacies of innovation, how relocation can unsettle even the strongest leader, her dreams of US travel and what she would save from a house fire

This week, we hear from the undisputed, undefeated champion of talent, Sufian Sadiq and we delve into his most wanted ability, how young enterprise lit a fire that is still burning, why words are cheap and how much he loves his mum (and dad)

This week we get to hang out with the awesome Cat Rushton and find out what she would want to see in a crystal ball, how maintaining belonging is tough as organisations grow, what moving beyond the familiar gave her and why leaders need to hold things lightly.

This week we spend time with the great Andy Buck and learn what he values most in friendship, why leaders must master managing up, his lowest moment, his link to Dame Kelly Holmes and why supporting others still fires him up

In this episode we jump overseas to chat with the inspirational Patrice Bain and we learn about Her dream dinner date, why leaders need to keep their eye on the prize, her big career change and when she last cried in from of someone.

This week we get to spend time with the magnificently modest Sam Twiselton OBE and hear about her most terrible memory, the importance of holding things lightly, and how principles and professional challenge are vital for effective leadership.

In this episode we have an energising chat with award-winning speaker and best-selling author Richard Gerver. We learn about how his tough childhood resulted in resilience, when he last cried and why Gary and Barry are important names in his story.

In this episode we grab some time with Alex Fairlamb and hear about her ideal dinner guest, her belief in pre-mortems, what happened during her break from teaching and why she is so eager to please others.

In this episode we speak with Professor Toby Greany about the importance of differentiated CPD, his current research into sustainable leadership and when he last cried in front of someone else. We also get to hear about his treasured memories and why collaboration is key.