Can Taoism make you better at transformation? In this episode of How2-Change: Words of Wisdom, I sit down with Dov—an agile coach, executive coach, and transformation expert—to explore how an ancient philosophy can reshape the way we think about change.Dov shares his journey into Taoism and how it has profoundly influenced his work, including his recommendation of The Agile Way by Peter Merrill—a book that translates Taoist principles into an agile mindset. We also touch on Meeting Spicer, his innovative game designed to disrupt meeting culture, and round things off with a fun game of Two Truths and a Lie.What’s the lie? Let’s just say it involves horses...🔗 Listen now and let us know—have you ever used philosophy to guide transformation?#Agile #Transformation #Taoism #Leadership #BusinessChange #MergersAndAcquisitions #How2Change

Guest:Clive Hyman – Chartered Accountant, Former KPMG Partner, M&A SpecialistEpisode Duration:Approx. 6 minutesKey Themes & Takeaways:🔹 Best Advice Ever Received:👉 "When people stop you because you're commercial and you're gonna go and break a few plates, tell me what I'm supposed to have told you when you get stopped— and ring me before they do."Advice from a senior KPMG partner that empowered Clive to drive commercial success while navigating organisational politics.🔹 Career Highlights:Built a $30 billion service line from scratch while at KPMG.Has worked on 500–600 acquisitions with leading private equity firms, including KKR, BC Partners, and CVC.Scaled a team from 0 to 35 people and $6M in revenue in 18 months.🔹 Leadership & Execution Style:Believes in taking a commercially-driven, straight-talking approach.Uses regulatory and business frameworks as a trampoline rather than a constraint.Advocates team-building across borders— many of his early colleagues remain close contacts decades later.🔹 Fun Fact & Personal Reflections:Ran (literally) into Stephen Hawking at Cambridge before he was famous.Completed the London Marathon in 7 hours 23 minutes— not quite sub-4 but still an achievement!Sings, and performed at the Royal Albert Hall & Royal Festival Hall at age 11.

This video is a special feature on the How2-Change channel—unlike our usual format, where I host guests to share their single best piece of advice, this time, I was the guest.In this discussion, we explore the themes that drive my work and inspired me to create the How2-Change Words of Wisdom podcast. At the heart of it is one key question: What kind of legacy are we creating in our work, our interactions, and our actions every day?I share two stories that reflect the principles I believe in:The Man in the Hole (08:25): A story about stepping into challenges alongside others, not just providing answers from above.The Biggest Buildings (14:43): A reflection on using our skills where they can create the greatest impact.These stories illustrate my philosophy as an interim manager and consultant: success isn’t just about solving problems—it’s about transferring capability and building confidence so teams can thrive independently.We also talk about why I started the How2-Change Words of Wisdom podcast: to pass on advice and insights that have made a lasting impact on me, so others can benefit too.📍 In this video, you’ll discover:Why capability and confidence transfer are the foundation of lasting change.How interim managers and boutique consultancies bring a unique approach to transformation.The motivation behind How2-Change’s mission to empower organisations and leaders.Have you ever worked with someone who left a lasting impact on you? Let us know in the comments!📌 Chapters (Timestamps):[08:25] The Man in the Hole: Stepping into challenges[14:43] The Biggest Buildings: Taking skills where they matter most

🌊 The River and the Raft: Mastering Corporate Decision-Making 🌊

We cannot control the currents, but we can steer our raft.

In this episode, Lorraine Margherita explores the power of decision-making in corporate environments. She shares how leaders are both shaped by their surroundings and responsible for shaping the future.

🔍 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why corporate decision-making is both reactive and proactive
✔️ The role of collective dynamics in leadership
✔️ How to navigate uncertainty and lead with confidence

🎤 About Our Guest:
Lorraine Margherita is a professional organisational consultant with expertise in leadership, decision-making, and collective intelligence. She works internationally with teams across large corporations and multinational environments.

📢 Want personalised advice on corporate decision-making?
👉 Connect with Lorraine on LinkedIn: Lorraine Margherita
👉 Book a consultation & explore her work: co-dynamics.net
👉 Check out her book: Shared Decision Making in the Corporate Arena

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🚀 Ready to take control of your corporate decision-making? Let’s dive in!

What if leadership is like a game of chess — and the secret to success is seeing the entire board? In this episode of Words of Wisdom, Jay McBain reveals how systems thinking gives leaders the clarity to plan their moves and align every piece for maximum impact.

How can empathy and collaboration transform not just leadership but entire organisations post-M&A?

Welcome to another episode of the How2-Change podcast! This week, we’re joined by Paul Marchant, the founder of Stroli, a business on a mission to transform the shopping bag market in the UK and beyond. With the global shopping bag industry valued at £10 billion and growing by 76% over the next five years, Paul is seizing a surprising opportunity to innovate and lead.

The Pool of Clarity: Reflecting on Leadership Insights with Paul Sherwood

In this episode of the How2-Change Words of Wisdom podcast, Rob Bellenfant shares a powerful lesson for leaders and entrepreneurs: “Taking the first step creates momentum for transformation.” Using the metaphor “The Ripple Effect of Action,” Rob demonstrates how small, intentional actions can lead to big changes, both in business and in life.

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