The Leader's Kitbag

Join Ben Morton for a compelling episode featuring Peter Fletcher, Guinness World Record Holder, Group Managing Director, and Keynote Motivational Speaker. 

With a remarkable journey that includes overseeing the personal development of over 50,000 young people and spending 98 days rowing the North Atlantic, Peter brings a wealth of insights into leadership and teamwork.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1. The leadership lessons are drawn from Peter's North Atlantic row and their practical applications for your team or organisation. 
2. Strategies for developing a collective mindset within your organization and fostering unity among team members.
3. The secrets to building an extraordinary level of teamwork, including the "teashop" focus that enhances collaboration.
4. The importance of celebrating success and effective ways to do it within your team or organization.
5. Peter's incredible stories of overcoming adversity during his North Atlantic row and the lessons they hold for facing challenges.
6. The crucial role of connection and relationships in achieving success is illustrated through personal stories from Peter and Ben. 

Plus lots more! 

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In this episode of the Leader’s Kit Bag, Ben Morton discusses the misconception of a leader's role in motivating a team and shares insights into maintaining team motivation.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The impact of motivated employees on retention
• The key factors that affect motivation
• … and the risks of focusing too much on what is demotivating

Looking for an inspiring speaker for your next event or company conference?

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In these ‘Shorts’ episodes of my podcast, I’ll be selecting my favourite moments from previous episodes. This one comes from my solo episode 135, I talk about lessons I’ve learnt from the guests I’ve had on the show. In this clip, I reflect on the dangerous trap of comparing ourselves to others.

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Welcome back to another impactful solo episode of The Ben Morton Leadership Podcast, with your host, Ben Morton.

Get ready for an insightful listen as Ben reveals the secrets of keeping your team motivated, equipping you with actionable strategies to boost motivation in your workplace.

In This Episode You Will Learn:

• How to steer clear of the most common demotivating factors in the workplace.
• How to create a motivational environment that propels your team forward.
• How to practically use three of the key motivational factors that affect us all.
• Why your current motivational tools are only working effectively for 50% of your team.
• How to use a simple yet potent motivational tool that is often overlooked.
• Plus lots more!

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In these ‘Shorts’ episodes of my podcast, I’ll be selecting my favourite moments from previous episodes. This one comes from Episode 134, where I speak with Daisy Cooper, who was elected as MP for St Albans in 2019, unseating the previous Tory MP of nine years and becoming the first 'liberal' to hold the seat since 1904. In this clip, she talks about what we can learn from successful leadership in politics.

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In this episode of the show, Ben has a fascinating conversation about building great teams with Sarah Powell, Chief Executive of British Gymnastics.

Join them as they debunk the myth surrounding high-performing teams and delve into the importance of respect over mere likability.

Explore the question of whether 'teamship' should be taught and discover strategies for fostering a culture that embraces healthy discourse and welcomes diverse perspectives.

Sarah also shares her insights on the power of vulnerability and how to strike a balance with demonstrating strength.

Don't miss this episode filled with wisdom on effective team dynamics and leadership principles.

In this episode you will learn:

• Why it’s a myth that great sports teams are comprised of people who get along and love working with each other.
• The benefits of teaching ‘teamship’ alongside leadership.
• How to build a culture that encourages healthy discourse and welcomes diversity of thought.
• How to strike the right balance between being vulnerable and strength.
• Plus lots more!

Looking for an inspiring speaker for your next event or company conference?

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In these ‘Shorts’ episodes of my podcast, I’ll be selecting my favourite moments from previous episodes. This one comes from episode 101, with Ben Fletcher, who has been the Chief Financial Officer at The Very Group since January 2020 and leads the 150-strong finance team. In this clip, Adam reflects on the benefits of making bold decisions, no matter the industry.

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Join Ben Morton in a captivating conversation with Alex Chisnall, a seasoned professional who spent several years working alongside the iconic Sir Richard Branson on Virgin Atlantic flights. In this episode, you'll gain unique insights from Alex's firsthand experience with the legendary entrepreneur.

In this episode you will learn:

• How to create a very simple, un-complicated vision – or flight plan – for your team.
• Three top tips for quickly helping new teams to form and work well together.
• Practical leadership and management tips that Alex learned from working alongside Sir Richard Branson on Virgin Atlantic flights.
• The importance of relationship building, maintaining connections and most importantly…. how to do it.

Plus, lots more.

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In these ‘Shorts’ episodes of my podcast, I’ll be selecting my favourite moments from previous episodes. This one comes from Episode 133, where I speak with Luke Doherty, Founder at Mindful Peak Performance. In this clip, Luke unpacks tapping into what makes you happy, and how that can build your mindfulness muscle..  

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Rebekah Cresswell is the CEO of Priory, the UK’s top mental health and social care provider, and brings a wealth of leadership experience to the show.  

With roles including Head of Governance at NHS Stockport and Assistant Director at NHS Northwest, Rebekah joined Priory in 2012. As Chief Operating Officer, she led 240 sites before becoming Priory’s first female CEO in 2021, post-merger with MEDIAN.  

In this episode you will learn: 

• How successful leaders are made from the right mix of IQ, EQ (Emotional Intelligence) and AQ (Adaptability Quotient), and what research says is the best ratio of those ingredients (Goleman, Salavoy and Mayer). 
• A live example of how to manage transitions between meetings and be fully present in the moment regardless of what happened before.  
• What to do when you crave certainty and are forced to lead in a deeply volatile and uncertain environment.  
• What to do when you or a loved one is experiencing periods of significant mental ill-health via Ben’s personal and raw experiences.  
• Plus, lots more.  

Looking for an inspiring speaker for your next event or company conference?

Click here to learn more about Ben's keynote talks, and then contact his team via [email protected] to discuss fees and secure your date.