Episode #134 // Have you ever been told that you need to be “more strategic”?

t can come as part of the dreaded post-interview feedback, when you find out that you haven’t got the job, or in a talent management discussion when your boss tells you that you aren’t seen as someone who might rise to the next level.

Telling someone that they need to be more strategic means… well, nothing!

This episode explores what your boss really means when she says “you need to be more strategic”, and I give my 6 top tips for becoming more strategic (with some work and commitment, over time).

I've put these 6 tips into a FREE downloadable PDF so that you can keep it on hand to reference at any time! Head to www.yourceomentor.com/episode134 to get your hands on it!

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Episode #133 // INTERVIEW

After 130-odd episodes of me giving my two-cents worth on all things leadership, we’re starting to introduce the occasional interview with a leader who has really made a difference in the world.

In this episode, I interview Luc Robitaille, President of the Los Angeles Kings National Hockey League franchise. After a 20-year career as an elite athlete in one of the toughest sporting arenas on the planet, Luc made the successful transition to corporate executive ranks.

We all face difficulty when we transition to an unfamiliar role, especially when moving from a technical role to a leadership role. Luc goes into the nitty-gritty of how he did this: the challenges and the triumphs.

There's a lot of talk in business about the concept of world class performance, and today, we'll give you some insight into what that actually means!

You don't want to skip over this episode, Luc drops gem after gem that you can apply as a leader in any industry!

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Episode #132 // There are many variables that have an impact on what a CEO role entails at a given point in time - industry, company size, maturity of the business, external market forces, customer segmentation, ownership structure etc.

On top of this, every day can be vastly different, which is why some of the most important attributes for a CEO to possess are adaptability, change tolerance, and mental agility. Add to these the ability to communicate and align the organisation around a compelling value proposition, and you’re starting to get close! 

This episode explores both the theory and the practice of the role of the CEO. I share my views on the non-negotiable outcomes that are relevant to every CEO role, and I also give you a “Day In the Life Of” as I reflect on my time as CEO of CS Energy.

You're still doing the work your team should own. And you can't see a way to stop.

Leadership Beyond the Theory is 9 weeks of practical reps that get you out of the weeds and hand delivery back to your team.

Taught by Martin Moore, who ran a multi-billion dollar company before he taught any of this. 3,000+ leaders from 150+ organisations. 99% would recommend.

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Episode #131 // I run into leaders all the time who struggle with the personal impact that a leadership role has on their lives. It can be emotionally draining, and it can have far reaching impacts through every aspect of their lives.

To be a successful leader in the longer term, and at the most senior levels, you first have to learn how to manage yourself. As they say during the airline safety briefings, “if oxygen is required, fit your own mask first before assisting others”.

Strong leaders are strong people - strong enough to shoulder the duty of care that comes with a leadership career, and equipped to help others develop.

This week, we look at the common types of fallout that many leaders experience, and provide seven practical tips for dealing with the emotional toll of leadership.

We've also created a FREE PDF downloadable summary that wraps this all up in a nice bow for you, which you can download at www.yourceomentor.com/episode131

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Leadership Beyond the Theory is 9 weeks of practical reps that get you out of the weeds and hand delivery back to your team.

Taught by Martin Moore, who ran a multi-billion dollar company before he taught any of this. 3,000+ leaders from 150+ organisations. 99% would recommend.

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Episode #130 // As leaders, we expect most things to be logical. They should make sense to us, and be easy for us to explain to our people. And to a large extent this is true.

But we also can’t overlook the fact that some of the most important principles of success are actually counterintuitive, and we need to be able to hold this dissonance in our heads.

It’s in our nature to look for easy answers to the things that challenge us. The fact of it is, though, there are no silver bullets. Any ground we make as individuals and leaders is hard fought and won. Embracing this reality makes us stronger, but trying to bargain for an easier path will see us rooted where we are, eventually feeling like victims, and wondering why life is so unfair.

You're still doing the work your team should own. And you can't see a way to stop.

Leadership Beyond the Theory is 9 weeks of practical reps that get you out of the weeds and hand delivery back to your team.

Taught by Martin Moore, who ran a multi-billion dollar company before he taught any of this. 3,000+ leaders from 150+ organisations. 99% would recommend.

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Episode #129 // INTERVIEW

In today's podcast, I talk about the 'Executive Breakthrough' with Michelle Foley, Chief Customer Officer at The Arnott's Group.

Michelle has been with The Arnott’s Group for over 17 years now, and knows the company intimately. The iconic Aussie brand that brings us Tim Tam cookies and Jatz crackers is now going through some change, and Michelle is one of the key executives guiding the company through its next phase.

In this exclusive pre-recorded interview, Michelle shares her tactics for striking a balance between being a cheerleader for your people, and still being driven by results. She takes a deep dive into building competitive advantage, the work life juggle, and the legacy she wants to leave.

This is a live event interview recording, so the audio quality isn't as sharp as usual, but the content is absolute gold so I really hope you enjoy this change in format!

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Episode #128 // In this episode, Em & I discuss a few brilliant listener questions relating to promotions.

The first question is from Anne, who asks about breaking through the middle management ranks to get to more senior levels when you think you’re overdue for a promotion, but your bosses don’t see your potential the same way you do.

The second question is from John, who asks about some of the ways you can prepare the future leaders whom you’re intending to promote from within the organisation.

These questions are faced by virtually every leader at some point during their careers, so there are some great tips in here for everyone!

A word of warning, this episode is VERY detailed, so you may need to listen to it a few times with a pen and paper on hand!

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Leadership Beyond the Theory is 9 weeks of practical reps that get you out of the weeds and hand delivery back to your team.

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Episode #127 // We’ve had a lot of people recently asking us about the role of purpose in business. In this episode, we answer a great question from one of our Leadership Beyond the Theory alumni, David.

What should we make of the push for organisations to be ‘purpose-driven’? Can we truly put people before profits? What are the pros and cons of setting up a purpose, and trying to use that to drive your organisation? And is there ever justification for putting people through the pain of restructures and redundancies?

As a pragmatic former CEO, I unpick some of the pitfalls you’ll encounter if you decide to turn your organisation into a purpose-driven business.

You're still doing the work your team should own. And you can't see a way to stop.

Leadership Beyond the Theory is 9 weeks of practical reps that get you out of the weeds and hand delivery back to your team.

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Episode #126 // At some point, every leader needs to present proposals to their boss in order to gain approval for deploying the organisation’s resources.

After years of analyzing and approving investment proposals (many for hundreds of millions of dollars), I demystify the process, giving you the practical tips that will enable you to deliver a winning proposal, every time.

Whether you’re asking for $50m to invest into a research and development project, $5m for a new software package, or $5,000 to upgrade an ailing piece of equipment in your office, the thought process is the same. 

Knowing what to present can mean the difference between acceptance and rejection. All leaders need to speak the language of finance, especially when it comes to making investment decisions.

I've also put together a free downloadable cheat sheet for this episode, as there's quite a lot to remember! You can download the Ten Tips for Building a Winning Proposal at www.yourceomentor.com/episode126

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Episode #125 // How do you develop a mindset to make decisions confidently, while removing any concerns about the implications it could have for your job - your promotability and future prospects?

This can be a particularly vexed question when you work in a larger organisation, where the politics can sometimes be quite vicious.

So how do you learn to take smart career risks, knowing that things will work out for the best? Is it at all possible to teach this to others?

In this episode, I offer some practical suggestions that you can use to help build character. It may even help your people to develop it as well!

You're still doing the work your team should own. And you can't see a way to stop.

Leadership Beyond the Theory is 9 weeks of practical reps that get you out of the weeds and hand delivery back to your team.

Taught by Martin Moore, who ran a multi-billion dollar company before he taught any of this. 3,000+ leaders from 150+ organisations. 99% would recommend.

Join the October cohort: https://go.leadershipbeyondthetheory.com/

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