In this episode of Leadership: The Secret Sauce, we sit down with executive coach and former British Army officer Ben Morton for a raw, thoughtful conversation about leadership, insecurity, and showing up with courage.
Ben brings the kind of wisdom you only get from living it — from leading soldiers into combat, to coaching executives through high-stakes moments. With candor and humility, he shares why the “secret sauce” isn’t confidence or charisma… it’s a messy mix of care, fear, and relentless courage.
Together, we explore:
💥 What the military taught Ben about the human cost of poor leadership
💡 Why insecurity — yes, insecurity — can drive growth and care
🧠 How values misalignment shows up in coaching and culture
💬 The power of coaching without an agenda
🚪 How leaders can stop “pushing on a closed door”
⚖️ And how to hold space for the client’s reality, not the organization’s checklist
This one’s honest, real, and packed with the kind of insight that stays with you.
🔥 Perfect for listeners interested in:
Executive coaching, values-based leadership, emotional intelligence, leadership in high-pressure environments, military-to-business transitions, and courageous coaching.
🎧 Listen now on:
Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTube
💬 Want to connect with Ben?
Reach out via LinkedIn at Ben Morton Leadership, or visit ben-morton.com.
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