Managing Potential Podcast

Gary dives into the real power of a great appraisal conversation and how it can genuinely transform someone’s working life. He explores why being a truly attentive listener—especially when it comes to wellbeing—matters more than ever, and how showing up for each other builds stronger, healthier teams. This episode is packed with reminders that small, thoughtful actions can create big shifts in confidence, performance, and overall wellbeing. It’s all about making work a more supportive, ...

What does it take to lead change with confidence, curiosity, and a truly human touch? In this episode of Managing Potential, Daniel Taylor is joined by Sharon Green professional interim, qualified coach, consultant, and founder of Chiara Consultancy. Sharon brings warmth, clarity, and a wealth of experience as she dives into the world of organisational development and the power of putting people at the heart of change. She shares how relationship management, influence, and negotiation s...

Ready for a leadership boost that feels fresh, global, and genuinely inspiring? In this episode of Managing Potential, Daniel Taylor sits down with Lyndon Roberts, Expert Consultant at the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), for a lively conversation about what modern management development really looks like on the world stage. Lyndon brings big energy and big insight—sharing how equality, representation, and truly listening to people can transform teams, organisations, and lead...

Looking for leadership inspiration with a spark of creativity and real‑world experience? In this episode of Managing Potential, Daniel Taylor is joined by David Hayden—leadership expert, Director of Talent Delivers, and author of three insightful books on learning and development. David brings a warm, engaging perspective as he shares how his management journey shaped him not only as a leader but also as a writer. Expect practical ideas, uplifting stories, and a refreshing take on what great...

Welcome to Managing Potential, the podcast where we go behind the scenes with the world’s most impactful leaders. Each week, join Daniel Taylor, L&D expert, coach and management / leadership development professional, as we sit down with seasoned managers to deconstruct their greatest breakthroughs, their toughest challenges, and the life lessons they’ve gathered along the way. If you’re looking to turn talent into performance, you’re in the right place. Make sure to subscribe wherev...

What if your biggest mistakes turned out to be your greatest leadership lessons? In this episode of Managing Potential, Daniel Taylor is joined by Gary Cookson—Director of Epic HR and author of three insightful books on people development. Gary brings humour, honesty, and a refreshingly real take on leadership as he explores how getting things wrong can actually make managers stronger, wiser, and more human. He shares the missteps that shaped his expertise, the lessons he wishes more leaders...