Mentors to Executives Worldwide

This week we continue our conversation with Kate O’Neill looking at the interdependence of strategic optimism and strategic disappointment as well as the importance of bringing our human “soft” skills to interactions and use of AI in the workplace. Kate O’Neill Part 2Download

Following our video introduction of Kate, we begin a three part conversation looking at organisations from a “tech humanist” viewpoint. In this part of the conversation we explore the difference between workplace transformation and workplace innovation and what it means for you and your industry competitors. Kate O’Neill Part 1Download

In our continuing conversation with Dr Riza Kadilar, Kim and Jamie explore the value of an empty chair at a meeting to encourage inclusion as well as the “privileges” we might take for granted in our everyday work lives. Dr Riza Kadilar Part 2Download

This week Kim and Jamie talk with Dr Riza Kadilar about inclusion, respect and how we can measure the success of our leadership and team performance. We also discover how hybrid workplaces are evolving in different industries and what that means for the next “industrial revolution”. Dr Riza Kadilar Part 1Download

In the final part of our conversation with Thomas Krause, Kim and Jamie hear about the comparative difficulties in managing “safe” workplaces when systems are either not in place or are extremely difficult to develop. If you have specific questions for Tom, please send them through to us so we can, in turn, pass them on to him for consideration. Thomas Krause Part 4Download

We continue the conversation with Thomas Krause this week covering organisational core values then moving to safety, safety measurement, government regulation and how that ties in with core values and CEO leadership. The conversation did go longer than expected so there will be Part 4 next week! Thomas Krause Part 3Download

This week in our conversation with Thomas Krause, Kim and Jamie explore how hybrid workplaces address core values, the similarities and differences. We also touch on how having a project team with a certain set of values, that may be different to the organisation, can function within that framework. Thomas Krause Part 2Download

This week we begin a three part series of conversation with Thomas Krause PhD about organisational culture, core values and change leadership. In this introductory session, Kim and Jamie hear about the importance of upward flow of information and how long it actually takes to change organisational culture. Thomas Krause Part 1Download

This week we continue our conversation about the benefits and subtleties of using AI in the workplace. Jamie shares a way he uses AI to make meetings and subsequent action items more efficient and Kim outlines how she has been able to harness the research and planning capabilities of AI to bring a long awaited activity to life. Using AI At Work Part 2Download

This week Kim and Jamie look at the various ways you can utilise the best of AI, whatever model you choose, to increase your resources for projects and activities in your organisation. The “answer” engine Jamie mentions is Perplexity. With Part 2 there will be a download that Jamie has put together with his recommendations for prompts and the various AI models as well as utilities such as OtterAI that he now uses for a variety of repetitive tasks. Using AI At Work Part 1Download

Have you been thinking it is time to call a halt to a project? Is it time to move to another organisation or career? How do you know when it is the “right” time? This week Kim is flying solo and talks about what to consider when making this decision whether it is for a career, project or activity. We hear from her own experience how those decisions have changed her own career and focus, even as recently as last weekend. This podcast also goes some way to show that perhaps it was not always Fulyana that deserved the “talkative” title! When To Call It QuitsDownload

This week we conclude our conversation with Ted Santos by covering neuroplasticity, negotiating chaos and the importance of asking questions even if you think you know the answer. We also hear some fascinating statistics/facts on the influence of conflict resolution skills related to employee engagement. Ted Santos Part 3Download

We continue our conversation with Ted Santos, this week discovering why we need to unlearn what we thought was required in leadership roles and the importance of a paradigm shift rather than a paradigm improvement. We also hear about recognising and managing “bad” change before it causes harm. Ted Santos Part 2Download

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….. Ted Santos Part 1Download

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! Dr Elizabeth Moran Part 3Download

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. Dr Elizabeth Moran Part 2Download

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. Dr Elizabeth Moran Part 1Download

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 Be Honest”. Steven Gaffney Part 4Download

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. Steven Gaffney Part 3Download

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. Steven Gaffney Part 2Download