Produced by Europa Creative Partners

In this episode, Dave Hayward and Tim Warren explore the complexities of leadership through personal experiences and insights.

Tim discusses the importance of resilience, trust, and emotional intelligence in navigating crises, both personal and professional.

He introduces the concept of 'leading with grit and grace' and draws parallels with the Japanese art of kintsugi, emphasising the beauty in imperfection and the lessons learned from challenges.

The conversation delves into the dynamics of control, ego, and the significance of communication in leadership, ultimately highlighting the transformative power of vulnerability and authenticity in guiding others.

Chapters

00:00 The Concept of Leading with Grit and Grace

02:26 Key Experiences in Leadership

05:52 The Importance of Nature in Leadership

08:43 Crisis Management and Trust in Leadership

11:24 Personal Crises and Leadership Growth

14:42 Lessons from Failure and Governance

18:31 Navigating COVID-19 Challenges

21:36 The Paradox of Control in Leadership

22:28 Negotiating Salary Transparency

24:36 The Impact of Ego in Professional Settings

26:49 Finding Focus in Crisis

30:25 Understanding Emotional Dynamics in Sales

32:18 The Beauty of Resilience and Healing

33:44 Effective Communication During Crisis

35:55 Pre-Decisioning and Managing Stress

39:52 Empowering Control in Leadership

47:04 Wrap Up

Keywords

leadership, resilience, personal growth, crisis management, kintsugi, emotional intelligence, trust, governance, grit, grace