Resilience isn’t just about “toughing it out.” It’s not about the stiff upper lip, nor is it about playing the victim. True resilience is a dynamic process—one that requires vulnerability, recovery, and intentional action.

In this Leadership Unscripted episode of Unleash Your Impact, Unlock Others, Dave and Rich explore:

✔️ Why resilience isn’t just about surviving—it’s about thriving

✔️ The role of vulnerability in true resilience

✔️ Eustress vs. distress: How to harness positive stress and avoid burnout

✔️ How mindfulness and intentional recovery build long-term resilience

✔️ Practical strategies leaders can use to develop personal and team resilience

In a world that glorifies busyness, leaders need to rethink resilience. It’s not about doing more—it’s about balancing challenge and recovery to sustain optimal performance.

What does true confidence look like? Is it boldness, assertiveness, and certainty? Or does it come from a quiet assurance, deep self-awareness, and humility?

In this episode of Leadership Unscripted, we explore a different take on confidence—one that challenges the traditional view of leadership. We discuss why confidence isn’t about bravado or faking it, but instead, it’s deeply rooted in humility and self-awareness.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

✔️ Why "Fake It Till You Make It" is misleading

✔️ How confidence and humility work together in great leadership

✔️ The role of self-awareness in true confidence

✔️ Lessons from Jim Collins’ "Good to Great" on humble leadership

✔️ How imposter syndrome plays into confidence struggles

Why This Episode Matters

Leaders who truly understand their strengths and weaknesses—and embrace both—are the ones who earn trust, inspire teams, and build lasting success. Whether you’re a leader who struggles with self-doubt, or you want to develop more authentic confidence, this episode is packed with insights and practical takeaways.

How do you build a thriving, sustainable business from the ground up? 

When the pandemic ended her career overnight, Rhian Caffull didn’t just pivot—she created Veg Life, a brand that’s redefining plant-based food, starting with her signature Scotch egg. 

In this episode, we explore: 

🔹 How Rhian turned a career setback into an award-winning business 

🔹 Why sustainability & purpose are essential for modern leadership 

🔹 Lessons from leading expeditions & overcoming extreme challenges 

🔹 How to scale a business with limited funding & creative problem-solving 

🔹 The role of community, collaboration & resilience in business success 

High-performing teams trust each other, challenge ideas, and hold each other accountable. But many teams avoid difficult conversations, leading to hidden tensions, disengagement, and lack of ownership.

In this episode, Dave Morris and Rich Horton break down Patrick Lencioni’s Five Dysfunctions of a Team model, focusing on:

🔹 Why trust is the foundation of team success

🔹 How to encourage constructive conflict without it becoming personal

🔹 Signs your team lacks psychological safety (and how to fix it)

🔹 How to build a culture of accountability and collaboration

Are you still using carrot-and-stick motivation to drive performance? Research shows intrinsic motivation is the key to long-term success in leadership and business. 

In this episode, Dave Morris and Rich Horton break down Daniel H. Pink’s Motivation 3.0 framework and how leaders can use it to build optimally performing teams. 

🔹 Discover the three drivers of motivation: Autonomy, Mastery, and Purpose 

🔹 Learn why traditional reward and punishment systems don’t work 

🔹 Find out how self-motivation leads to better performance and engagement 

🔹 Hear real-life examples of how great leaders create empowered, thriving teams 

Fear holds many of us back from achieving peak performance—whether in leadership, business, or personal growth. In this Voices of Leadership episode of Unleash Your Impact, Unlock Others, we talk to Performance Psychologist & Executive Coach Andrew Flack, who shares his 4 Ways Performance Model for training the mind like a muscle.

🔹 Learn how fear influences decision-making and how to overcome it

🔹 Discover the difference between conscious and subconscious fears

🔹 Understand imposter syndrome and how to build mental resilience

🔹 Explore practical psychological exercises for developing mental fitness

Join us as we discuss how leaders can cultivate self-awareness, increase confidence, and train their minds for optimal performance.

Takeaways:

• Fear is not inherently negative; it serves as a vital alert system that helps us navigate challenges in life.
• Self-awareness is crucial for identifying our fears and understanding their origins, leading to better performance.
• The concept of imposter syndrome often stems from past experiences and can hinder career progression.
• Building psychological fitness involves developing strength, stamina, flexibility, and balance in our mental health.
• Effective communication and relatability are essential for feeling secure in social and professional environments.
• Practicing mindfulness and self-reflection are key strategies for managing fear and anxiety effectively.

In Episode 3 of Unleash Your Impact: Unlock Others, Dave Morris and Rich Horton delve into the Connected Centre, the core of Zentano’s innovative Connected Leadership Model. Learn how to stay grounded and flexible while navigating the complexities of modern leadership.

Highlights:

• Emotional intelligence and its role in leadership.
• Viewing organizations as ecosystems: creating positive ripple effects.
• Practical strategies for balancing power, relationships, and performance.

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Takeaways:

• Emotional intelligence is crucial for leaders to manage their own emotional responses effectively.
• Understanding and managing your personal filters can enhance your leadership and decision-making.
• Practicing mindfulness and reflective journaling can significantly improve self-awareness over time.
• A leader's core values should align with their organizational decisions to foster authenticity.
• The ability to detach from emotional responses allows leaders to respond more thoughtfully in challenging situations.
• Creating a culture of feedback is essential for developing emotional intelligence within teams.

In Episode 2 of Unleash Your Impact: Unlock Others, Dave Morris and Rich Horton explore the "perfect storm" of challenges facing modern leaders, from economic uncertainty to shifting social values.

Learn how Zentano’s Connected Leadership Model can help you navigate these complexities, balance direction with empowerment, and build thriving teams.

Highlights:

• Understanding the "Perfect Storm" of modern leadership.
• Using the Power Continuum to balance big-picture thinking with day-to-day execution.
• Practical habits like reflection and journaling to sharpen your leadership skills.

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Takeaways:

• Modern leadership faces significant challenges due to economic uncertainty, social changes, and rapid technology advancements.
• Leaders must cultivate emotional intelligence to navigate ambiguity and foster team engagement effectively.
• The connected leadership model emphasizes balancing directive and empowering leadership styles for optimal team performance.
• Creating psychological safety within teams encourages open communication and fosters a supportive work environment.
• Regular reflection is crucial for leaders to assess their effectiveness and develop their emotional intelligence.
• Setting clear goals and aligning them with organizational needs enhances team accountability and performance.

In this debut episode of Unleash Your Impact: Unlock Others, hosts Dave Morris and Rich Horton introduce their vision for inspiring leadership. They discuss the importance of emotionally intelligent leadership, creating thriving cultures, and the practical ways leaders can unlock their team's potential. Learn about the philosophy behind Zentano’s Connected Leadership model, their personal leadership journeys, and what to expect from this podcast series.

Key Topics:

·     The connection between leadership, culture, and performance.

·     How micro-behaviors shape workplace environments.

·     The role of emotional intelligence in leadership.

·     The personal leadership journeys of Dave and Rich.

·     An introduction to the Connected Leadership model.

Takeaways:

• Leaders play a crucial role in shaping organizational culture, impacting employee performance significantly.
• Emotional intelligence is essential for creating a thriving team environment where people excel.
• Micro behaviors, such as eye contact and body language, can greatly influence workplace dynamics.
• Understanding and leveraging personal strengths can help leaders overcome feelings of imposter syndrome.
• The podcast aims to provide practical tips grounded in solid leadership theories and frameworks.
• Reflecting on one's leadership impact can help unlock potential in both leaders and teams.