In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Reverend Kevin Lewis from The Church of the Good Shepherd in Carshalton Beeches, about dealing with loss and grief around pivotal times of celebration. Kevin talks about how Christmas doesn't need to be jolly if you are griefing, and also how you can reach out to others if you need support. He shares how you can respond to others grief or loss to help them through difficult times, including children and young people.

Learn a little about why Kevin is a Maverick and why he loves to run!

Listen to this conversation as Kevin shares his thoughts about how to build community in organisations and the need to meet people where they are. Listen up whether you are a person of faith, little faith or no faith. The thoughts shared here are universal and applicable to all.

Judith's websites: 

• The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
• Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk

Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Dominic Teich about how to channel the inner lion of the fighter pilot. They talk about the difference between being arrogant and confident and sure of what they do. 

They discuss how to leverage the ability to make a split second decision at 800 mph and how to give detailed debriefing whilst maintaining engagement with high performers. Judith explains that Maverick Leadership is an adaptive leadership style. They discuss different feedback frames, both agreeing that the ever popular 'sandwich' feedback system is terrible and not effective.

Dom 'Slice' Teich brings his fighter pilot background and applies them to guide goal-oriented individuals with techniques that American fighter pilots use to ensure mission success. High output individuals struggle with information overload, so he created the largest online group of fighter pilots to guide action takers in short, impactful steps. 

Listen to the conversation and discover the best way to deliver difficult news and what the 'container of trust' is.

Judith's websites: 

• The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
• Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk

Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

In this conversation Judith Germain speaks to Robert Kerbeck who is classed as the greatest ever corporate spy. They talk about what a corporate spy is and how you become one and whether you should be one. Robert shares his journey from his recruitment, dodging the FBI and other law agencies, to what made him give up the life. They also discuss what corporate spies do and why actors make great spies.

Robert's book Ruse is going to be turned into a TV series, after being given praise by Frank Abagnale, author of Catch me if you can. Frank is quoted on the cover of RUSE, saying 'Robert Kerbeck has mastered the art of social engineering, or what he calls 'rusing', and taken it to a whole new level'. This conversation explores the world of corporate spies, and what it takes to become one.

Robert Kerbeck's true crime memoir, RUSE: Lying the American Dream from Hollywood to Wall Street is the story of how a wannabe actor became the world's greatest spy.

Listen to Robert's unbelievable story and what you can do to avoid the corporate spy in your midst.

Judith's websites: 

• The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
• Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk

Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Shani Davies about reinventing organisations. They discuss the evolution of matrix organisations to shared power organisations. Shani talks about how you make this culture change and why senior leaders need to advocates this and role model change.

Shani talks about how to empower others to utilise this shared power and that we need to stop talking about devolving power. Judith argues that organisations need to talk more about the psychological contract and less about the psychological safety. They must take responsibility for their actions and not put the responsibility of safety on the leaders/employees to find themselves.

They discuss how authenticity and culture plays a part when you are reinventing an organisation. The need for courage is paramount.

Shani Davies, currently working at a NHS Trust in an Associate Director of People role, is passionate about Maverick Leadership.

Listen to the conversation to discover the step process you need to take to reinvent your organisation.

Judith's websites: 

• The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
• Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk

Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Rob Broadhead about how to utilise technology to solve problems, especially tech teams. Rob explains that leaders shouldn't force employees into situations to help them develop more, they should help them become who they should be.

In this conversation they share how to avoid creating a toxic environment at work and how to build up real connections. Judith worries how technology can cause problems when it's informal and not part of the 'corporate' messaging. Rob talks into this and explains that a lack of formality doesn't always mean a rise in toxicity. 

Rob Broadhead is a consultant and life long student of all things technical. He enjoys sharing his experiences and helping others live their best life. This conversation talks about how to create team chemistry.

Judith's websites: 

• The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
• Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk

Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Jay Bousada about how the fastest way to kill is to lose trust. Jay shares how Thrillworks got into and out of crises, his examination of who he was as a leader and how this led him to changing how he led his business.

They discuss how to become a real leader and how he had to have the patience to ask the questions and not provide the answers. The importance of how you need to explain how you made the decision so that your team isn't trying to guess based on what they observe rather than what they know. How do you deal with the fear of not being relevant? How do you share your humanity?

Jay Bousada is the CEO and Founder of Thrillworks, which has been one of the most sought after Digital Acceleration Partners in North America for 22 years. A leader in crafting digital experiences for clients in the healthcare, financial, entertainment, and retail industries. His passion for challenging what's been done before, coupled with his fascination for digital experiences led him to create Thrillworks and is still the driving force behind everything they do.

Listen to this conversation and consider what type of leader you are.

Judith's websites: 

• The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
• Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk

Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Nicole Spencer about how to grow your coaching business. Nicole explains what authentic marketing is and how it differs from 'punch you in the face marketing' - and why conversion is so important to your business. She also shares how online businesses can build trust and how to pique people's interest.

Nicole discusses the three key things to attract clients and how to convert. She explains why you should not be using ads to grow until they have a 6 figure business, whilst Judith shares the absolute need to know and utilise your Core Identity™. They converse about how to take an in-person business online.

If you want to grow your business online, then this is the conversation for you.

Judith's websites: 

• The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
• Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk

Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to CJ Grace about surviving breast cancer and infidelity. CJ shares how laughter therapy really helped her and the power of humour. She explains about the horrifying link of wearing bras and breast cancer and why despite being predisposed to have breast cancer she choose to keep her breasts.

CJ shares other facts about breast cancer and why doing your own research is so important.

Listen to the conversation as CJ shares with the audience the importance of living with purpose and key steps on how to thrive in your new reality.

Ex BBC journalist CJ Grace is the author of two humorous self-help books, 'My wild ride: How to thrive after breast cancer and infidelity', just released, and 'Adulterer's wife: How to thrive whether you stay or not'.

You can find out more about CJ and this episode on The Maverick Paradox Magazine here. You can find out more about CJ's free resources on her website here.

Judith's websites: 

• The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
• Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk

Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Kevin Hanegan about how to make better decisions and how to avoid making bad ones. Kevin explains why decision making is hard to do and the biases that we are caught up with, and the dangers of not allowing others to challenge and be curious.

He shares his 7 step decision making framework which enables leaders to cut through the chase and make better decisions.

Listen to the conversation to discover more about the power and potential of challenging with data and the neutrality of conflict.

Judith's websites: 

• The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
• Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk

Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

In this episode Judith Germain is interviewed by Scott Challinor from the Leaders Council and was asked a series of questions about leadership and the role it has played in her career to date. Judith shares her views on leadership culture and the effect that it has on employees and customers. They also discuss what it was like to be a senior leader who was young, female, and a person of colour. Judith explains what makes a Maverick Leader and the language of a Senior Leader.

The Leaders Council of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is currently in the process of talking to leadership figures from across the nation in an attempt to understand this universal trait and what it means in Britain and Northern Ireland today.

Scott Challinor commented 'Hosting a show like this, where you speak to genuine leaders who have been there and done it, either on a national stage or within a crucial industry sector, is an absolute honour'.

Her podcast apperance is republished here with permission.

Listen to the conversation to discover her thoughts on leadership and listen as Scott puts her through her paces and understands how she helps entrepreneurs and senior leaders.

Judith's websites: 

• The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.com
• Company Website - maverickparadox.co.uk

Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.