Mentors To Executives Worldwide

We begin a three part conversation with Ted Santos about how to discover what we don’t know we don’t know in order to develop skills for being a “disruptive” leader. There is an intriguing exercise (which both Kim and Jamie fail!) about identifying what you know…..

In the final part of our conversation with Elizabeth Moran, we learn the neuroscience of optimism and how that can help us manage a changing team environment. We also have a visit from Elizabeth’s cat which creates something of a distraction for everyone!

This next of our conversation with Elizabeth Moran delves into the realms of “fear” and how that can manifest itself in times of change. There are also some practical tips for leaders to recognise reactions in themselves as well as their team members.

This week we begin a three part conversation with Dr Elizabeth Moran about change and neural pathways. We hear about the basis for our behaviours when change is thrust upon us as well as why leaders are measuring change management success the wrong way.

In the final part of our conversation with Steven Gaffney, Kim and guest host Jamie Wadley, explore what it means to be both honest and vulnerable as a leader in today’s uncertain business environment. Steven also has a special offer for our listeners to be able to obtain a free copy of his book ‘Just […]

This week we learn the practical difference between “conditional” and “unconditional” power so that we can recognise where we need to focus. Jamie and Steven also share their thoughts on how/when to actually switch off when you have an entrepreneurial mindset.

We continue our conversation with Steven Gaffney this week looking at the practical aspects of “honest” communication and getting the unsaid said. Guest host Jamie Wadley also get some tips of not sounding aggressive when giving that honest feedback as well as the difference between being resilience and perseverance.

In the first of four episodes with Steven Gaffney, Kim and guest host Jamie Wadley hear about the importance of “honest” communication and what that actually means. We also explore the difference between high performing and high achieving teams, getting the unsaid said as well as the link to deep listening as was discussed with […]

In the final part of our review of the last 10 years and 400 episodes of Inside Exec, Kim and Fulyana talk about the benefits they personally have seen from the podcasts as well as some insights into the “mechanics” of bringing all those episodes to you, our listeners.

We’re back this week with the remainder of our countdown of the top 10 topics based on our interactions with you, our listeners as well as some statistics and history about the “behind the scenes” developments over the past 10 years.

Join us for Part 1 of our review of the last 10 years of Inside Exec podcasts including the top 10 subjects that have generated the most interaction with our listeners. AND….the Kindle version of our book is out! Print versions will be available over the next few weeks as we progressively separate the transcripts […]

In the final part of our conversation with Oscar Trimboli, Jamie Wadley (standing in for Fulyana) and Kim hear about ways to prepare for meetings, making them shorter and more focused as well as integrating deep listening with management reviews. The podcast starts with a comment from Fulyana, recorded after she finished reading Oscar’s latest […]

We continue our conversation with Oscar Trimboli on the subject of “Deep Listening” looking at answers to two questions submitted by listeners: How does deep listening impact decision-making at the executive level, particularly when managing large, geographically diverse teams or navigating crises? Many executives are trained to be fast problem-solvers — how can they balance […]

This week we begin a 3 part conversation with Oscar Trimboli on the topic of “deep listening”. Whilst Fulyana is away, Jamie Wadley has joined the conversation. Oscar very generously sent us some copies of his latest book and Fulyana has begun a process of sharing those with her mentees. If, after hearing Oscar, you […]

We conclude our conversation with John Gates, Salary Coach, this week looking at more details from questions submitted by listeners around the actual timing of negotiations. Another “hot” topic is the situation where you are over-qualified for a position but are keen to pursue it. What are the questions in the interviewer’s head that you […]

We continue our conversation with John Gates, Salary Coach, this week looking at how you can assess your commercial value to a potential employer. This leads to a lively interaction on being able to identify and address the “risks” an organisation might have in relation to your engagement.

Kim and Fulyana begin their conversation with Salary Coach, John Gates, looking at how to value yourself within a salary range and the usefulness of third party salary surveys. Do you know when to start a salary negotiation?

This week we have a short “teaser” from our conversation with John Gates all about salary negotiation. It’s a topic we seem to avoid unless we are in the immediate situation so our time with John was fascinating and though provoking. The three part conversation will be available from 22 April 2025.

In the final part of our conversation with Kevin Eikenberry, Kim and Fulyana explore the meaning of “success” and how to find the best tools for communication. We also revisit the idea of identifying and developing future leaders in our organisations, regardless of size.

We continue our conversation with Kevin Eikenberry looking at risk, safety and trust in teams, particularly for those working remotely. Are we encouraging transactions or interactions in our teams?