Zoë Routh Leadership Podcast

Leadership strategies for stepping away to come back stronger  Kate Billing’s intense personal work informed her deeply human approach to helping others on their leadership journeys. From the simple magic of bringing people together to bravely going to the edge of the unknown, Kate believes an environment where leaders can be deeply connected humans is also where they can become the next, better version of themselves. Why you should listen: leadership strategies for your next, best self  Owning your leadership story Living your leadership values Tackling the people stuff when you’re stuck in the system  We explore a shift in leadership perspective: Guiding leadership principles and their impact Leadership development to move from circling to spiraling  A leadership mindset for understanding what it means to be human

The self-leadership principles of being a work in progress Leadership development expert Mike Normant is the founder of Coach Your Self Up and a big believer in identifying and re-writing the self-limiting stories we tell ourselves. A certified engineer who pivoted into the L&D and HR space, Mike’s own journey of confronting his beliefs and the resulting behaviours  inspired him to create programs and resources to help people boost their self-awareness. Mike shares his self-leadership insights and explains why we need to take a step up the ‘experimental staircase’ to reach our potential. Why you should listen: cultivate a learning leadership mindset The importance of scaling leadership development Why leaders need more people stuff skills Approaching leadership growth as an experiment  We explore the leadership responsibilities of self-development Limiting leadership behaviour patterns  Incremental leadership development The filters that blur our leadership perspectives

The new leadership principles that put mental health first When Mark Butler experienced burnout, his body threw in the towel but neglected to tell his brain! Mark’s subsequent recovery sparked a pivot into mental health and a passion for helping others which now sees him work with leaders, teams and organisations to help them recognise, anticipate and recover from burnout. With COVID putting mental health front and centre, Mark offers leadership strategies based around providing support over solutions. Why you should listen: leadership strategies for mental health An important leadership perspective shift around mental health Reframing vulnerability as a leadership strength Self-care as a leadership responsibility We explore a leadership mindset that values pre-hab over rehab!  Boosting leadership effectiveness with empathy Recognising the signs of burnout is a leadership skill Team development strategies to prevent disconnection

Shift your leadership perspective from intent to impact Author and coach Jeff Nischwitz is not afraid of asking the difficult questions - of himself and the leaders he works with. This is critical for developing leadership strengths.  Jeff believes in impact over intent, rigorous inner work and personal responsibility. In other words - going all-in, always. This commitment is how Jeff radically flipped his perspective to overcome crippling pain and walk backwards on the Camino trail! Why you should listen: leadership responsibilities include the experiences of others Cultivating a leadership mindset of ‘AND’ not ‘OR’ This is what extreme leadership ownership looks like Leadership intent is not the same as impact: we need to take responsibility for how we are experienced by others We explore leadership principles for doing the inner work Fear-driven leadership behaviours Assumptive leadership questions  The leadership journey to truth

Do you see being part of the solution as one of your leadership responsibilities? In his role as Chief Investment Strategist for a leading US bank, Jeff Korzenik is used to finding solutions to complex challenges but none are more complex than his work in creating opportunities for the re-employment of people with criminal records. Jeff believes second chance hiring is good for society and good for business. His leadership approach to helping organisations open hearts and minds is firmly rooted in reality and the systems and processes that support success. Why you should listen: a leadership framework for creating opportunities Growing corporate cultures of redemption and forgiveness  Using courageous leadership to break the cycle Being a leadership role model for social change We explore a leadership mindset that’s open to marginalised people An expanded leadership perspective on rebuilding lives Leadership innovation in solving labour shortages Leadership empathy - who hasn’t made a mistake?

How vertical development and polarities help to expand our leadership identities  Author Brian Emerson believes that working with polarities is an essential leadership framework and the missing piece of the leadership jigsaw. It’s essential for expanding perspectives. His research has taken him deep into the practice of accepting that two seemingly opposite states can co-exist - and produce positive outcomes. Why you should listen: An ever-expanding leadership perspective Safeguarding corporate culture in tough situations The pitfalls of an either/or leadership mindset Exploring leadership identities through polarities  We explore a leadership framework for the third way A leadership mindset that embraces polarities Leadership strategies for managing (not solving) problems Vertical leadership development means expanding perspectives 

  How unlearning could be your greatest leadership strength Carol Sanford wants you to listen to this podcast and do nothing! Carol is the radical thinker and author behind The Regenerative Life which presents a leadership approach rooted in self-evaluation, reflection, questioning and sitting with what we don’t understand. No feedback, no judgement, just embracing our essence and inherent purpose as humans. Why you should listen: a leadership framework for unlearning Letting go of what you think leadership is No more feedback: Self-evaluation as a team development strategy The third eye - a powerful leadership perspective We explore leadership insights for longevity Leadership hubris does not serve you Self-reflection on a grand scale - what’s your leadership impact? Question everything and break free of leadership conventions 

Embrace compassionate leadership or face a post-pandemic reckoning Malaria-induced bed rest gave Paul Hargreaves, author of The Fourth Bottom Line, food industry entrepreneur and B Corp advocate, a chance to really think about his purpose and impact on the world. Now he wants other businesses to do the same, through compassionate leadership that doesn’t sacrifice people or the planet in the name of profit. Why you should listen: Leadership principles for a positive impact Leadership empathy is the key to success The imperative for corporate culture to care A leadership model that achieves more by doing less We explore the end of experts, the dawn of leadership empathy Why ‘Being’ leadership is the way forward Using ‘Love’ in your leadership language Creating a corporate culture of fun and feelings

A leader’s responsibility starts with their own leadership development Leadership development is often spoken about as a skill acquisition. This is horizontal development. Vertical development is when we see and value more of the bigger picture and can navigate complexity. It’s hard and essential work. Here’s an overview. Why you should listen: leadership strengths occur at each stage of leadership maturity We review last season’s episodes with the key takeaways to ask better questions, practice leadership reflection, and focus on others to avoid a slump The history of leadership developmental models and associated extensive global research Core leadership principles when it comes to vertical leadership development We explore leadership effectiveness through the downsides and upsides of each development stage How to expand your values and leadership identity so you can be more responsive Common leadership transitions and what to look out for The three things you need in place for successful g

Do you have the same leadership goals for others as for yourself? While Adam Moore sought autonomy and responsibility in his career from day one, he had to be told (several times!) that his future lay in leadership. An instinctive people-person in an industry usually defined by technical skills, Adam is a trailblazer in the building sector with his passion for developing and lifting up others. In this episode he shares his leadership framework for growing future leaders while also growing yourself. Why you should listen: leadership development home truths  The people stuff of understanding value and contribution True leadership means replacing yourself Leadership mindset for difficult conversations We explore leadership skills for growth The leadership journey from craftsman to MD A leadership toolkit for naming the issues  The importance of a trusted leadership network

Our leadership framework is at an evolutionary tipping point We are facing a tipping point where leadership empathy will be the driving force behind a positive, optimistic view of the world that considers multiple perspectives Do you have an agile leadership mindset? Are you expanding your perspectives, increasing your capacity for inclusion and considering the social impact of what you do? As a futurist who studied ancient history, Christina Gerakiteys perfectly combines humanity and technology to get to the heart of vertical development and why this is the leadership framework we need right now. Why you should listen: leadership principles for combining the value of humanity with technology Removing ego to understand different leadership perspectives Why we need leadership empathy now more than ever Team development that leverages passion and purpose We explore leadership strategies for moving at speed, one moment at a time Understanding the social impact imperative for corporate cultures A le

In the face of uncertainty and fear, we need a leadership mindset that does not default to blame or guilt John Davis shares how leaders can unleash their inner action hero to create positive corporate cultures with a practical leadership framework for turning obstacles into catalysts for change. Why you should listen: leadership frameworks for challenging times Team development strategies around pride and purpose A leadership mindset for being in the moment The power of leadership empathy We explore leadership perspectives on change Forging a positive corporate culture out of fallibility Team development that ditches hierarchy Leadership strategies for breaking down a challenge 

A leadership responsibility is to keep learning. How? Reading. Book recommendations! We’ve got three leadership books to decode conflict, one to make you more calm and wise, one that inspires, plus a fun one and Netflix suggestions too. Why you should listen: we can all get better at the critical leadership skill of managing conflict Some conflict arises due to embedded social constructs based on invisible cultural norms; this book reveals eight scales to help make sense of these differences Some arguments seem impossible to fix: this book by Buster Benson gives us a leadership framework to work with so we can turn disagreements into productive growth conversations. Work from home versus being told to go back to the office? This book on polarities will definitely help. We explore uplifting leadership journeys Joyful Wisdom by Yongey Mingyar is a gentle introduction to Buddhism and better awareness that brings peace and joy The All Blacks leadership journey is a delight in this beautiful book by

Fear can serve, not rule, your leadership mindset Picture this: there’s a party going on in your mind and fear is the loudest guest. How do you respond? Run and hide or sit it down for a chat? My guest, author and psychologist Dr Amy Silver, shares leadership strategies for improving our relationship with fear. When we recognise fear we can change our relationship with it. This is self-leadership, from which comes our capability to develop others. Why you should listen: team development strategies that call on fear Fear-informed leadership skills for creating safety at work Tapping in to vulnerability as a leadership strength Leadership strategies for identifying where fear shows up for your team We explore a leadership mindset that leans into fear Leadership principles for using fear as a guide How fear can actually improve our leadership effectiveness Negative emotions as a catalyst for self-leadership

  Leadership responsibilities start with a compelling vision of what matters most as humans We can feel defeated by a well-established system, be it education, politics, or in an organisation. If we are to flourish as humans though, we need to regain a strong  leadership mindset, one of agency, and wade in boots and all to tip the system to a new form. Educator, global nomad, and futurist Louka Parry shares leadership principles and a model for us to tackle the hardest - and most compelling of challenges. Why you should listen: a practical leadership framework for leading change in complex systems How learning is a central construct for important leadership questions and for the future of education Why education is really about identity and becoming fully human How all systems change starts with beliefs and values and true leadership mindset We explore leadership principles in the future of education and the future of cities Discover the power of asking a great question like, “How do we live a goo

Leadership skills all come down to exploring your perspective Can leading in complexity be simple? No, but it can be easier. In this solosode Zoë Routh shares three leadership principles and some practical tools to lead in complex situations. Why you should listen: three fundamental leadership principles for handling complexity Binary thinking is so much easier, but fraught with peril Leadership effectiveness needs a bigger perspective to begin with Leadership tools like environmental scanning and using a problem tree help us to make sense of complex situations We explore leadership tools for making sense of patterns and avoiding common traps When in doubt, lead with questions: five questions that keep you from making big mistakes Leadership models help us make sense of complex human dynamics: know the patterns, manage the people Collect maps so you can create your own leadership aide memoire

Get that leadership rush by seeking out your inner amplifier With a leadership mindset rooted in optimism, National Executive Officer of Relationships Australia, Nick Tebbey, shares the experiences that have helped him evolve from solo performer to team player Why you should listen: a positive leadership mindset can take you places!  Team development strategies that amplify strengths  Leaning into complexity as a leadership learning opportunity Leadership frameworks for moving from expert to achiever  We explore letting go of ego on the leadership journey  Leaving ‘comfortable’ for a values-driven corporate culture Navigating the people stuff of complex team personalities  Finding your voice: embracing leadership responsibilities from a young age  * Nick recommends The Gottman Institute’s Small Things Often podcast for  ‘leftfield’ leadership and relationship insights *

Leadership frameworks for having conversations that move you forward  Knowledge and information is everywhere - but if you don’t ask the right questions you won’t get the answers you need. Kate Christiansen shares the leadership skills that have helped her have 25 years of curly conversations that avoid default thinking and create connections. Why you should listen: leadership skills for questions that will move you forward Why shifting your leadership perspective from answers to questions will unlock knowledge Avoiding mental ‘drift’ by using questions to tether your leadership thinking Kate’s top three go-to questions for effective change leadership We explore flipping the leadership perspectives that result in default thinking Leaders as chefs - from following recipes to on the fly ‘cooking’  Getting the people stuff right in transformation How recognising that you don’t always know the right answer is a leadership strength

Leadership skills are deeply personal  What happens when you’re a professional athlete and you get knocked around by two car accidents and a blood disease and you can’t do sport anymore, ever? How do you reorient yourself in a useful way to grow stronger? Author Jennifer Eggers shares her personal experience and research in a powerful framework. Why you should listen: a practical leadership framework for resilience 3 characteristics of resilient people and organisations: firm grasp on reality, ability to improvise, and the ability to find meaning in any circumstances How a leadership mindset helped Jennifer survive another crazy car incident How we might need to just cope before we build resilience We explore leadership mindset for organisation and personal resilience Where to start when we find ourselves in disruption: it’s about who we are Attitude and authenticity as key leadership qualities From water skiing to bluegrass bands: how chasing what lights us up can help define success

Leadership effectiveness happens when we focus on long-term value  We’ve all seen the disaster that happens when companies focus on short term profits over long term value: think Enron, Global Financial Crisis, Volkswagen… Author and experienced CEO Joel Strom reveals four pillars CEOs need to focus on to create long term value in a company, for the benefit of all stakeholders. Why you should listen: a practical leadership framework for building value What value truly is and how it’s important for staff, clients and owners alike The 4 Pillars you need for long-term value: Strategic, Operational, Financial, and Industry Common mistakes CEOs make, like wanting and needing to be core of the business We explore leadership principles for corporate culture How different stages of company growth require different leadership styles Why communication is central to leadership effectiveness Why it’s essential to cut away dependencies to break out of silos