Claire Hynes, Co-Founder and CEO of Mr. President takes us through her journey of leaving a secure job to launch her own business after returning from maternity leave. Claire shares how the company had early success and then hit unforeseen challenges that forced her team to rebuild. 

We cover: 
03:53 – Why Getting too comfortable with one big client can limit your business growth

06:18 – Coming back from a huge setback and having to rebuild from scratch

11:21 – How supporting a positive attitude pushes momentum and avoids negativity

12:45 –The importance of not taking it all on your shoulders and leaning into the team

16:11 – How to work well as a leadership team

20:06 – How to use the challenges to grow yourself, the team and the business

22:23 -  Getting comfortable with change

26:20 – Don't let others influence you in a direction you don't want to go

30:15 – Letting go of rigid job descriptions and embracing flexibility

32:42 –How our culture has driven our success 

36:52 – Learning to enjoy the present and stress less about the future

38:51 – Embracing freedom: The transition from employee to business owner

Dive into this episode to learn how Clare's commitment to culture, creativity, and joy has shaped Mister President and her unique approach to leadership

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Jon Evans, Chief Customer Officer at System1 and Host of The Uncensored CMO podcast, shares how failure has led to his biggest successes and how being tasked with doing something that was never done before was one of the most frightening things in his life.

We Cover:

05:05 – The lonely and risky leap into entrepreneurship

06:55 – How Adam Morgan’s book "Eat Big Fish" helped Jon embrace challenges

11:13 – Turning failures into the biggest career breakthroughs

12:56 – Battling corporate focus on Image vs. Reality

16:14 – Thriving under pressure: How confidence grows from failure

20:53 – Making hard decisions 

22:36 – The challenge of saying no and asking for help

28:36 – Why VCs value failure as part of feeling confident to invest in you

29:48 – The importance of bouncing back from failure

34:32 – Navigating uncertainty and constant pressure in freelance work

35:36 – How building a CMO network led to a full-time role

40:51 – How success exposes you to criticism and negativity

44:47 – Supporting senior marketing executives through isolation

48:11 – Jon’s biggest regret: Why you should pursue your goals earlier

52:11 – How trust alone can lead to six-figure investments

54:22 – Building relationships that pay off, like compound interest

56:23 – The support system that ensures consistent success

Don’t miss out on this thought-provoking episode.

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Jabari Hearn, Managing Partner at AKQA LA and former Global Marketing Director at Google, shares life-changing insights on leading on your terms that you won't want to miss.
We cover: 

05:28 – The key differences between marketing in big tech vs consumer goods.

08:21 – Why finding purpose in your work is essential for personal fulfillment.

10:23 – Why the right work environment can unlock your true potential.

14:15 – The hidden drawbacks of chasing a CMO role.

17:45 – Leadership is about creating a vision that inspires your team.

20:45 – How great leadership helps people reach their full potential.

25:51 – Building community through mentorship and why it matters for business growth.

27:17 – Starting a mentorship program to support minorities during the pandemic.

30:52 – Why self-discovery is the foundation of every great leader’s journey.

33:26 – A message of gratitude for creating a platform for leadership growth.

Don’t miss out on this thought-provoking episode. 
You'll walk away with a better understanding of how to distinguish between ego and instinct, and why creating the right environment for yourself and others is important for growth and happiness. 

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In this episode Jo Howes talks about the critical difference between being liked and being respected as a leader, a topic that sparked significant discussion following her recent LinkedIn post. 


Drawing from personal experiences and frameworks such as John Maxwell's five levels of leadership, Jo offers valuable insights on why respect is important in leadership. 


She also addresses the challenges many leaders face in making tough decisions without compromising compassion and empathy.

Video Chapters:

01:06 - The Importance of Leadership Respect 

03:01 - The Power of Honest Feedback 

03:18 - John Maxwell's Five Levels of Leadership 

04:14 - The Leadership Challenge 

05:15 - The Threats of a Too-Nice Work Culture 

06:08 - The Importance of Compassion and Empathy in Leadership 

06:41 - Compassionate Leadership and DISC Profiles 

09:39 - The Right Thing To Do As A Leader 

10:18 - The Essentials of Leadership

 

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In this episode, we sit down with the brilliant Claire Hollands, CEO of Mullen Lowe.
Claire passionately discusses the importance of flexible working and her tips on how to achieve this personally and across a business.

Claire also openly discusses the challenging transition from being at AMV for 14 years, managing a department of 140 people, to becoming CEO at Mullen Lowe during COVID.

We cover:

00:00:00 Introduction to the podcast and guest Claire Holland

00:01:42 The courage to listen to instinct and leave Med School without a plan

00:03:30 Letting go of the need to prove yourself

00:06:20 Becoming a leader of 140 people at AMV

00:09:00 The emotions of running a big department. Providing support but recognising you can't solve all the problems

00:10.05 The challenges of the expectations of leaders today 

00:12:30 Having the right leadership team around you

00:18.46 Leaving AMV not how she thought she would

00:17.05 The key learnings moving into a new agency

00:21.28 Challenging transition to Mullen Lowe through COVID

00:22.28 Batted with public speaking and overcoming this 

00:25.51 Discussion on the perception of older professionals and the need for their expertise

00:29:27 Adapting leadership styles to accommodate multiple generations in the workplace

00:31:38 Remembering it’s a marathon not a sprint

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In this episode, we sit down with James Hayhurst, the visionary founder of The Magic Sauce Programme.

He shares how his experience working in both agency and client-side led him to create The Magic Sauce to help agencies and clients foster stronger relationships.

He reveals the powerful role that anger played in leading him to establish The Parents Promise, a mission close to his heart.

Join us as we delve into James Hayhurst’s courageous career moves, his commitment to making a difference, and the wisdom he’s gained along the way.

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Video Chapters:

06:17 The difference between how Agencies and Clients judge success

09:52 Clients and the Agency side need psychological safety

12:11 The difference of working client-side

16:00 Setting up the Parents Promise and why

18:39 Parents need to talk about what we do if we separate 

20:53 How anger can drive action and change

24:45 Launching The Magic Sauce

29:30 How healthy relationships allow constructive challenges and accountability

32:41 Imposter Syndrome or Perfectionist Syndrome.

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In this episode, I take you through an exploration of personal transformation, building on the success of our previous episode.

I dive deeper into practical strategies for becoming the leader you want to be.

The key areas we cover to help you are:

• The 3 fears everyone has
• How to be the boss of your mind
• How to build certainty in yourself and grow in confidence.

My practical advice and personal anecdotes provide valuable guidance for anyone looking to make meaningful changes in their life.

Timestamps 

01:05 Understanding the 3 fears we all have

03:37 Overcoming fear of rejection and looking stupid

08:11 How to have certainty in who you are 

11:23 How to handle challenges with confidence

13:20 Be in charge of your mind, not it in charge of you

16:38 Techniques to catch your thoughts and improve decision making

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Feeling lost or low on confidence? 

Patrick Jeffery, MD of Contagious, shares his journey of overcoming self-doubt and embracing the power of being a generalist. 

Patrick reveals how he turned his fear of failure into a driving force for success, drawing inspiration from sports legend Roger Federer on the importance of resetting and letting go.

Whether you're at a career crossroads or looking to boost your confidence, Patrick's story will inspire you to embrace your unique path and find strength in your versatility.


02:07 The risk of driving change too quickly 

07:32 Becoming a ‘specialist generalist’ leader.

10:20 Soft skills being a leaders superpower 

15:15 How to make lots of decisions 

17:40 The ability to build confidence 

23:44 Being terrified of failure and how to navigate this 

26:26 Imposter syndrome as a positive 

31:01 Letting go of ‘what if’s’ and focusing on controllables 

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In this episode, we sit down with Alex Grieve, CCO at BBH, who shares his transformative journey from a creative role to a leadership position.

Alex opens up about the challenges he faced in his early career, navigating a highly competitive and alpha-male dominated industry. 

He discusses the immense pressure to constantly prove himself and deliver exceptional creative work, which often led to self-doubt and burnout.

Alex also reflects on his initial reluctance to step into leadership and his experiences of learning from failures as a new leader. He reveals how he found his flow, leading with calm, clarity, and conciseness.


00:00 Getting out of bed even on the difficult days

04:16 The challenge of working in an elite performance culture

09:35 Finding a collaborative environment at AMV

12:01 Reluctant transition from creative to leadership

16:14 Learning from early failures

19:43 Importance of rest in combating burnout.

22:21 Learning to be calm, enjoying the process and letting go of the outcome.

25:00 Kindness and support in leadership is crucial 

29:28 Learning to be honest and candid with people.

33:50 Gratitude for teamwork is crucial in leadership.

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In this episode, Emma Harris, CEO of Glow London, shares how a life threatening cardiac arrest transformed her perspective.

After being saved by three nearby doctors, she moved from a mindset of constantly needing to ‘have more’, ‘be more’, and ‘earn more’ to prioritising what truly matters and preserving her energy to be present.

Key timestamps
00:00 - Leaving a successful career at Eurostar.

04:05 - Overcoming frustration with company changes and finding a new path.

08:53 - Unconscious behaviours have a greater impact on communication than we realise.

12:33 - The value of authentic leadership and creating genuine connections with your team.

16:10 - Recognising and listening to inner voices for guidance.

17:50 - The positive influence of a Jewish mother’s voice with loving intentions.

20:35 - A near-death experience prompts deep reflection on life’s priorities.

23:04 - Focusing on what truly matters and fiercely protecting it.

26:18 - Leading by example: your actions speak louder than words, so be mindful.

29:54 - Shifting from decisions driven by FOMO to those that bring joy.

34:27 - Posting a variety of content while being mindful of its influence.

35:55 - The importance of self-acceptance and avoiding comparisons

Join us for an inspiring conversation on slowing down, trusting the journey, and leading a more intentional and present life.

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