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The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#315: How do you balance ambition with burnout?In this episode, Ben addresses the tension between ambition and burnout for thoughtful leaders. He explains why ambition matters and why sustainable habits are essential for long-term success. Drawing on his own routines, he covers healthy habits such as meditation, exercise, sleep, and nutrition, as well as the concept of restorative niches from Brian Little's work. Ben also challenges rigid ideas of work-life balance, suggesting flexibility and long-term thinking instead. Resources mentioned in this episode: Restorative niches (Brian Little) Work with Ben: Coaching.
2026-02-2213 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#314: Resisting something? You should probably do itBen explores the idea that resistance is often a sign you should lean in rather than avoid. He explains how the brain's threat response drives avoidance and how social threats can feel as real as physical ones. Using a personal story about working with a difficult colleague, Ben shows how pushing through discomfort can build capability, even if the outcome isn't perfect. He also discusses research on the anterior mid-cingulate cortex and how doing hard things strengthens your ability to do more hard things in the future. Resources mentioned in this...
2026-02-1512 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#313: The best things I did for my career (that you can apply to yours)In this episode, Ben reflects on four of the most important things he did for his career and what thoughtful leaders can learn from them. He explains how mindfulness helped him manage frustration and build emotional regulation over time, why joining Toastmasters reduced his fear of public speaking, and how listening to informal mentors shaped key career decisions. Ben also shares how studying for an MBA while working full time built discipline, healthy habits, and ultimately created the space to start Thoughtful Leader. The episode encourages leaders to work on themselves so they...
2026-02-0821 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#312: Got a Ghostworking Problem? Here's What to DoIn this episode, Ben breaks down the concept of ghostworking (which is really modern-day presenteeism) and explains why it's usually a commitment issue rather than laziness. He draws on motivation theory, including hygiene factors and intrinsic motivation, and shares practical ways to rebuild commitment through connection, purpose, responsibility, and fairness. The focus of this episode is on addressing root causes rather than defaulting to control or punishment. Resources mentioned in this episode: Thoughtful Leader Coaching – work with Ben.
2026-02-0116 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#311: My Values Aren't Helping My Leadership. Can I Change Them?In this episode, Ben explores whether personal values can be changed and what to do when they seem to hold you back. He explains that while values are relatively stable, we can adapt our behaviour regardless of what our values are. Through examples of conflicting values like ease versus growth, he shows how leaders can consciously choose which values to prioritise in different situations. This episode offers reflection questions to help identify your own values and use them more intentionally. Resources mentioned in this episode: Lead With Confidence by Understanding...
2026-01-2513 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#310: How Long Should You Wait Before Enforcing Consequences?This episode tackles a common leadership dilemma: how long to wait before enforcing consequences for poor performance or behaviour. Ben walks through a practical decision-making process, starting with curiosity and feedback, then moving to support, clarity, and finally consequences if behaviour doesn't change. He discusses the importance of stakeholder alignment, realistic follow-through, and why avoiding consequences can undermine trust and motivation across the team. Resources mentioned in this episode: Thoughtful Leader Coaching – work with Ben.
2026-01-1812 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#309: What beliefs are holding you back this year?In this episode, Ben explores how deeply held beliefs shape behaviour and can quietly limit leadership confidence. Using personal stories about fitness, public speaking, and career choices, he illustrates how untested assumptions can become self-imposed barriers. Ben explains the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, the role of self-talk, and how beliefs often become baked into identity. He encourages leaders to notice when they say "I can't do that" and get curious about whether those beliefs are actually true. Resources mentioned in this episode: Lead With Confidence by Understanding and...
2026-01-1218 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyFarewell 2025... and a bit about principles.In this short and sweet episode, Ben farewells 2025, says Thank You and talks a little bit about how principles (rather than goals) can help you set intentions about how you want 2026 to go. Thanks for listening in 2025, and Ben will be back around mid-January 2026.
2025-12-1704 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#308: 4 things to remember to support your team. Supporting your people doesn't have to be complicated. In this episode, Ben shares four key reminders leaders often forget. He explains why these fundamentals matter more than dramatic leadership techniques and how thoughtful leaders can use them to build trust and stability. Ben draws from coaching conversations and real workplace examples to help you support your team with confidence. Resources mentioned in this episode: How to Lead Effectively as a People Pleaser Make the Most of...
2025-12-1414 min
Speak With Power468. Embrace Thoughtful Leadership with Ben BrearleyWhether you're an introvert or an extrovert, whether you call yourself a leader or not, this episode is for you. There's so much gold packed in this short conversation.Tune to my interview with Ben Brearley and learn:Why "quieter" leaders often have valuable insights.How to define "poor leadership" and what it stems from.How to be a thoughtful leader and what thoughtful leadership involves.How introverts can become great leaders and make positive change.How to lead if you're a quieter personality.Why understanding personal values is crucial for decision-making.How to define your...
2025-12-1342 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#307: A better model for giving constructive feedback. In this episode, Ben introduces a straightforward model to help leaders give challenging feedback in a way that hopefully helps the receiver get on board with it. He explains each of the parts of the model and shares practical examples to show how the model works in real conversations. Ben also talks about common mistakes thoughtful leaders make, like softening the message too much or delaying feedback out of discomfort. The episode links closely to The Useful Feedback Journal, which helps leaders process feedback they...
2025-12-0712 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#306: Struggling to move from individual contributor to leader? Many new leaders struggle when moving from individual contributor to leadership. In this episode, Ben breaks down why the transition feels so difficult, especially for thoughtful, high-performing people. He covers key mindset shifts including letting go of control, redefining success, prioritising relationships over tasks, and stepping into visibility even when it feels uncomfortable. Ben also shares stories from coaching clients who found leadership hard because they still identified as "doers", not leaders. Resources mentioned in this episode: Thoughtful...
2025-11-3014 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#305: Is adapting your leadership style authentic? In this episode, Ben explores whether it's possible to stay authentic while also adapting your leadership style. Drawing on coaching conversations and personality models like DISC and OCEAN, he explains why adaptability doesn't mean "changing who you are". Instead, adjusting your behaviour to meet the needs of different situations is both necessary and can still be genuine. Ben shares real examples from his facilitation and project management work, showing how leaders can honour their natural traits while flexing their approach when required.
2025-11-2315 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#304: Is leadership simply about finding the right balance?In this episode, Ben talks about the importance of balance in leadership: knowing when to step in and when to step back. He discusses common traps, like micromanaging or being overly hands-off, and helps leaders identify their "sweet spot" where they can provide enough guidance without stifling independence. Ben offers practical reflection questions and strategies to help you stay balanced, effective, and confident as a thoughtful leader. Resources: Work with Ben: Thoughtful Leader Coaching.
2025-11-1614 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#303: Feedback got you down? Introducing The Useful Feedback Journal.In this episode, Ben introduces The Useful Feedback Journal, a digital tool designed to help leaders process, accept, or reject feedback thoughtfully. Drawing from his own painful experience receiving harsh feedback after a workshop, Ben explains how the journal guides you through four stages – Retreat, Reflect, Extract, and Act – to turn feedback into growth rather than frustration. He also shares success stories from pilot users and outlines how journaling can help you track patterns and improve your response to feedback over time. Resources mentioned in this episode: The Useful Feedback Journal Thoughtful Leade...
2025-11-0911 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#302: How open should you be with your team?In this episode, Ben explores a common leadership dilemma: how open should you really be with your team? While transparency builds trust, oversharing can create confusion or discomfort. Ben offers practical advice for finding the right balance between honesty and professionalism. He discusses when to share challenges and when to protect your team from unnecessary stress, helping thoughtful leaders navigate openness with self-awareness and confidence. Resources: Brené Brown's website: https://brenebrown.com/ Work with Ben 1:1 – Coaching for thoughtful leaders.
2025-11-0212 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#301: How knowing your values helps build your confidence.In this episode, Ben explains how knowing your personal values helps you lead with confidence. He shares how values act as a foundation, keeping you steady when challenges arise. Ben reflects on his own experiences and discusses how understanding your values can help you make decisions, handle pressure, and stop second-guessing yourself. He also introduces his small-group Values Discovery Sessions, designed to help leaders uncover their core values and use them to lead more authentically. Spaces are limited to 8 people, so book your spot now using this link: >>> Click here to bo...
2025-10-2616 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#300: Top tips for dealing with strong personalities. For the 300th episode, Ben tackles one of the most common challenges thoughtful leaders face: dealing with strong personalities at work. These colleagues may be direct, dominant, or results-focused - all traits that can feel intimidating or frustrating. Ben shares five practical tips, from avoiding direct confrontation to preparing well for interactions, so thoughtful leaders can hold their ground without trying to overcompensate or act like someone else. He reminds us that strong personalities aren't bad, just different, and that with the right strategies, you...
2025-10-1913 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#299: Cautionary tales for leaders using A.I. tools. AI tools like ChatGPT are everywhere, but what does that mean for thoughtful leaders? In this episode, Ben shares personal examples of using AI for marketing, podcasting, and even gardening - but he also issues a word of caution. Over-reliance on AI risks "deskilling" teams by removing valuable opportunities for learning and mentoring. Drawing on examples from law and medicine, he shows how bypassing junior staff development can have long-term consequences. Leaders can embrace AI, but must balance efficiency with the...
2025-10-1218 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#298: How to adapt your style at work, without the exhaustion. Adapting your leadership style is essential but if you're not careful, it can feel exhausting. In this episode, Ben explains how to shift your style to suit different situations - whether it's being more direct in a crisis or more outgoing when networking, while keeping it sustainable. He draws on personality psychology research, including insights from Brian Little's work on "personal projects," to help leaders recognise when it's worth stretching themselves and when to restore their energy. The goal: flexible, people-focused leadership that won't compromise...
2025-10-0516 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#297: Feel like you're on a rollercoaster? Bring more stable leadership to your team. In this episode, Ben explores why stability is such a powerful leadership trait. Drawing from his coaching and training experiences, he highlights how inconsistency erodes trust and creates uncertainty in teams. Ben shares his own routines, such as exercise, mindfulness, morning reading, and small rituals that help him maintain calm, dependable leadership, even under stress. He emphasises that your team needs to rely on you regardless of circumstances, and building stability through consistent habits is one of the best ways to lead with confidence. Resources...
2025-09-2814 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#296: It's time to stop owning other people's problems.In this episode, we look at a common challenge for thoughtful leaders – taking too much responsibility for other people's problems. Reflection and self-awareness are powerful strengths. But when reflection turns into overthinking and self-criticism, leaders can start to "own" problems that aren't really theirs to solve. I explore why thoughtful leaders are prone to this, how it increases stress and disempowers both you and your team, and what you can do to set healthy boundaries. You'll also hear why accountability must stay with the person who owns the issue, not with yo...
2025-09-2114 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#295: Is your workplace a consequence-free environment?What happens when poor behaviour or performance goes unchecked at work? In this episode, I cover the risks of working in a consequence-free environment, where team members face no real impact for their actions. I share why "trying everything" often fails without accountability, and why feedback, formal warnings, or performance improvement plans can all be necessary tools. Consequences aren't about punishment – they're about giving people a reason to change, and creating fairness for the whole team. Resources mentioned in this episode: Team Accountability Builder Course Article: 6 Steps to Deal With Be...
2025-09-1413 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#294: Q&A - Why should I bother to understand my values?A client once asked me a great question: "If my values are already part of who I am, why do I need to understand them better?" In this episode, I unpack the answer. Your values are always shaping your leadership, but when you understand them clearly, you can see what situations will help you thrive, and which will leave you drained or frustrated. With this awareness, you can prepare for challenges, choose the right environments, and stay true to what matters most. Resources mentioned in this episode: Lead...
2025-09-0711 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#293: Lay the groundwork to build your credibility.Leadership credibility isn't built overnight, and there are no tricks that you can use to be respected in meetings or other forums at work. In this episode, I talk about the real groundwork which often happens before you need people to listen to you. That's all about building trust and credibility with your key stakeholders. I share how to identify who your most important stakeholders are, how to map their influence and interest, and how to grow strong relationships over time. This groundwork makes it easier to be heard and respected, no matter...
2025-08-3113 min
Abstract EssayAbstract Essay in its Fifth season, featuring Ben Brearley as my guest.Ben BrearleyHelping thoughtful, reflective (and often quieter) leaders show up, speak up and step up, without pretending to be someone they're not.I’m Ben Brearley: a leadership coach and trainer, podcast host, and creator of Thoughtful Leader.I specialise in working with quieter, people-focused leaders who care about their teams, making an impact and doing a good job - but often doubt themselves or feel overwhelmed by the demands of leadership.Early in my own leadership career I struggled with many of the challenges of being a quieter le...
2025-08-0829 min
The Northern ScoreThe Northern Score, Ep 8- Harry BrearleyIn this episode of the Northern Score, Ian and Ben discuss Harry Brearley, a metallurgist from Sheffield credited with the invention of stainless steel.
2025-06-2606 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#280: Do you know when to collaborate?Episode Summary Collaboration is often seen as the default approach in leadership, but it's not always the most effective choice. In this episode, Ben Brearley explores a practical model to help leaders decide when to collaborate and when another strategy might be more appropriate. By understanding the dynamics of goals and relationships, leaders can make more intentional decisions that benefit both their objectives and their teams. In This Episode, You'll Learn The importance of assessing both the goal and the relationship when deciding to collaborate An overview of the Thomas-Kilmann Conflict...
2025-05-2713 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#279: Simple steps for a more effective weekEpisode Summary In this episode, Ben Brearley shares three straightforward strategies to help leaders feel more in control, reduce stress, and make better use of their time each week. These practical steps are designed to enhance your effectiveness without adding complexity to your schedule. In This Episode, You'll Learn The distinction between being effective and feeling effective How to create a simple weekly plan using time blocks Techniques for breaking down tasks to fit into your schedule The importance of weekly planning to stay on...
2025-05-1312 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#278: How to help your overwhelmed teamEpisode Summary Feeling overwhelmed is a common challenge in today's workplaces. In this episode, Ben Brearley delves into practical strategies to support team members grappling with stress and burnout. Ben offers actionable advice to help leaders navigate this pervasive issue. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Identifying Overwhelm: Recognize signs of stress and burnout in your team. Clarifying Workload: Assist team members in assessing the feasibility of their tasks. Categorizing Tasks: Help prioritize work by grouping tasks into manageable categories. Time Management: Understand the importance of aligning tasks...
2025-04-2913 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#277: Are you enabling bad behaviour in your team?Episode Summary Sometimes, despite our best intentions, we can accidentally enable bad behaviour within our teams. In this episode, Ben explores three subtle but powerful ways leaders might unintentionally allow bad behaviour to grow and how to address it before it causes bigger issues. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How being unavailable to your team can create opportunities for bad behaviour to go unnoticed. Why addressing only the symptoms (not the real issue) can allow bad behaviour to persist. The risks of focusing too much on results...
2025-04-1514 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#276: How to stop taking things personallyWelcome to Episode 276 of the Thoughtful Leader Podcast! In this episode, we explore why thoughtful leaders tend to take things personally and how to break free from this habit. If you find yourself internalising feedback, criticism, or workplace challenges, this episode is for you. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why thoughtful leaders are prone to taking things personally. The impact of personalizing feedback and criticism on leadership effectiveness. Practical strategies to create separation between personal identity and workplace challenges. Key Takeaways: Understand Why We Take Things Personally
2025-04-0112 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#275: Not-so-obvious reasons for a "bad" employeeWelcome to Episode 275 of the Thoughtful Leader Podcast! In this episode, we explore why an employee might appear "bad" and uncover some hidden reasons behind poor performance and behaviour. Before jumping to conclusions, it's essential to dig deeper and find out what's really going on. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why an employee might be struggling – skill gaps, motivation issues, or personal challenges. How leadership style and team dynamics play a role in shaping employee behavior. Actionable steps to diagnose and address poor performance constructively. Key Takeaways: A Skill Gap Can Lo...
2025-03-1811 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#274: Should you be yourself, or adapt to your stakeholders?Welcome to Episode 274 of the Thoughtful Leader Podcast! In this episode, we explore the balance between authenticity and adaptability in leadership. Should you stay true to your natural style, or adjust to meet the preferences of those around you? Let's dive in. In This Episode, You'll Learn: The Benefits of Being Authentic: How staying true to yourself can build trust and make leadership more effortless. The Drawbacks of Rigidity: Why sticking strictly to your natural style might not always serve you or your team well. When to Adapt Your Approach: Identifying situations where adjusting...
2025-03-0412 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#273: Q&A Episode - How do you motivate other leaders who work for you?In this Q&A episode, we dive into an important topic: How to Keep Supervisors Motivated in Leadership Roles. Supervisors are the middle layer between senior management and the front line. In many ways, they set the scene and role model the behaviours that you want the front line employees to be following. So what happens when your supervisors aren't motivated? Well… not good stuff. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ Why demotivated supervisors can impact team performance ✅ How leaders can create conditions for motivation without forcing it ✅ A five-ste...
2025-02-1825 min
To Lead is To LearnIn Discussion With...Ben Brearley Leadership Coach and Founder of Thoughtful LeaderIn the nineteenth episode of our second series, we have a special guest on the podcast, Ben Brearley; Leadership Coach and Trainer, Founder of Thoughtful Leader and host of the Thoughtful Leader Podcast.
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In this episode Ben shares not only his story which lead him to becoming a Leadership Coach but also many of the practices and pieces of advice he has picked up along the way.
Ben was such an open book and gave us many honest answers and opinions, and together we explored many topics such as the common challenges currently faced...
2024-08-261h 39
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#205: Confident Leaders Ask These 5 Simple QuestionsYou might not feel confident all the time, but that doesn't mean you can't ask confident questions! In this episode, I take a look at some good questions that you can ask to help build trust and rapport with the people around you. Many leaders don't ask these questions, because they don't want to hear the answers. Don't be like them – ask away! Like the Show? Please Leave a Review! ✅ If you like this episode or the show in general, please take a few minutes to leave a review by cli...
2023-02-2710 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#204: Create Better Leadership Habits With These 3 Key IngredientsMost leaders have parts of their leadership they'd like to improve. One way to improve is to create good leadership habits, to help you show up consistently and reliably for your team. In this episode, I take a look at 3 key ingredients I believe are important for making a change to your leadership habits. Apply For Your Complimentary Coaching Session I invite you to a complimentary Discovery Coaching Session, where we will: Get clear on your most important goals and what is most important to you Identify blockers and limiting beli...
2023-02-1912 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#203: Want to Feel Better Leading? Self-Acceptance Is a Good StartI sometimes work with leaders who pretty much need a complete confidence rebuild because of their experiences in crappy workplaces. Damaged confidence can take years to recover (if it does at all), so we need to be able to guard against this problem. Over time, I've come to realise that self-acceptance is a big piece of the puzzle, and I think it plays a foundational role in our leadership. In this episode, I take a look at why it matters, and some ways to help you find it. Like the Show? Ple...
2023-02-1313 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#202: Why Leaders Don't Delegate and How to Do It MoreIt seems to be fairly common knowledge that delegation is a valuable leadership skill. But in my experience coaching and talking to my training attendees, there is not enough of it happening in our workplaces. Many leaders want to be able to delegate more, but there are things getting in the way that seem to prevent it. So in this episode, I take a look at some of the common reasons why leaders fail to delegate, and some potential solutions to that problem! Like the Show? Please Leave a Review! ✅ If...
2023-02-0513 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#201: How to Bring More Honesty to Your LeadershipRecent research shows that honesty is one of the most highly sought-after leadership characteristics. However, there are many situations in which we sometimes feel like we can't be as honest as we'd like to be. So in this episode, I take a look at some of the ways you can bring honesty to the table more often, because it's what people are looking for in their leaders! Like the Show? Please Leave a Review! ✅ If you like this episode or the show in general, please take a few minutes to leave a re...
2023-01-3013 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#200: How to Feel More Positive at WorkWorkplaces can often be busy and overwhelming places, convincing us that our situation is all doom and gloom. People like to focus on negativity and this can make the situation even worse! Instead, wouldn't it be nice to feel more positive about your work situation? In this episode, I look at 3 factors that help leaders feel more positive at work, based on the trends that I notice speaking with my coaching clients. You'll still have challenges and tricky problems to solve, but hopefully you can approach them with greater enthusiasm and positive energy!...
2023-01-2212 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#199: Leadership Focus Areas For 2023It's time to get started with 2023! In this episode, I take a look at my 5 key leadership focus areas which I think are important. These include being aware of global trends (and matching them in your team), watching out for poor time management, being a leadership scientist, cultivating a curious mindset and being able to restrain ourselves in the face of our tricky emotions! Listen to the episode to find out more about them! Like the Show? Please Leave a Review! ✅ If you like this episode or the show in...
2023-01-1917 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#198: Going From "Doer" to Leader? Watch For These Challenges.Most leaders don't go straight into a leadership position. They start by doing the technical work, and then progress to leadership positions afterwards when they show the potential. This transition can be a huge challenge for many leaders, especially those who actually quite liked doing the technical work! In this episode, I take a look at some of the top challenges of moving from doer to leader, and some ways you can hopefully overcome these to be as good a leader as you were a team member. Like the Show? Please Leave a...
2022-12-1213 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#197: Stressed Team Member? Look For These Common CausesStress is common in busy workplaces, and we might think that it usually occurs because the workload is too high. However, there can be many sources of stress that don't necessarily involve the amount of work on our plate. In this episode, I take a look at some of the common signs of stress that you might see, and then look at the common causes that may be behind them. If you can remain aware of the signs and causes, you might be able to stop them becoming an issue for you and you...
2022-12-0613 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#196: Integrity Risks for Thoughtful LeadersWhen leaders do bad things in your workplace, do you assume they are bad, evil people? Or could it be that in a different environment, they'd lead in a better way? In this episode I take a look at some of the integrity risks that I find can have even good leaders doing bad leadership things. Watch out for them, to be able to lead better, more often. Like the Show? Please Leave a Review! ✅ If you like this episode or the show in general, please take a few mi...
2022-11-2915 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#195: Don't Believe These Common Leadership MisconceptionsThere are still some common misconceptions about leadership floating around in our organisations. Leadership has changed. Gone are the days of command and control and the days of more inclusive leadership are upon us. However, many workplaces are still battling "old-school" leadership challenges. In this episode, I take a look at some common leadership misconceptions that I feel still have a tendency to trip us up! Like the Show? Please Leave a Review! ✅ If you like this episode or the show in general, please take a few minutes to leav...
2022-11-2112 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#194: 4 Overrated Leadership Attributes We Can Stop AdmiringThe world is full of top 10 leadership characteristics lists which we should all aspire to. In this episode, I wanted to do something a little different, so here are four characteristics that I think are overrated in leadership. I still see these attributes celebrated in many organisations even when the senior leaders say they don't endorse them! Leave a comment with your favourite overrated leadership attribute! Like the Show? Please Leave a Review! ✅ If you like this episode or the show in general, please take a few minutes to lea...
2022-11-1511 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#193: Want to Manage Your Time Better? Focus On These Areas.Good time management won't necessarily make you a great leader, but I consider it to be a key enabler in being able to lead effectively. A frazzled, disorganised leader will often appear unreliable, untrustworthy and will struggle to focus their attention on the people who need it most (their people). In this episode, I take a look at four key areas to focus on for better time management. If you get these right, you're on the way to being much more effective… and the results will follow! Apply For Your Complimentary Coa...
2022-11-0714 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#192: Want to Stop Being a Bottleneck In Your Team? Do These Things.Thoughtful leaders never set out to become the bottleneck or "single point of failure" in their teams. Unfortunately, it still happens for a bunch of reasons. In this episode, I take a look at why leaders might fall into the bottleneck trap and of course, how you can take steps to stop becoming a bottleneck in your team! Like the Show? Please Leave a Review! ✅ If you like this episode or the show in general, please take a few minutes to leave a review by clicking one of the links below.
2022-10-3116 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#191: Are Your People Clock-Watching? Try These Ideas.When I notice team members watching the clock waiting for the time when they can go home, I know it's a problem. It's not that I want people to be working longer and harder than they need to. But ideally, we want people to enjoy what they do and feel motivated to achieve it, to the point that they feel accountable and take more ownership. This might mean working longer to finish something important one day, and leaving earlier the next. After all, it should be about outcomes, not hours. In t...
2022-10-2513 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#190: 3 Ways to Be a More Reliable LeaderReliable leaders have a tendency to build trust easily, because people know what to expect from them. It's easy to say "just do what you say you're going to do" to get someone to be more reliable, but it's not always so easy to make it happen. In this episode, I'm going to look at some simple ways to show up more reliably at work, so you can hopefully put them into practice. As always, it's not rocket science… it just needs a little focus! Apply For Your Complimentary Coaching Session
2022-10-1812 min
Soft Skills for Leaders with Lisa EvansLeaders Hurting Teams with Ben BrearleyIn this episode, I chat with Ben Brearley, host of the Thoughtful Leader Podcast. Ben believes that good leadership is thoughtful leadership. Ben is an experienced coach, trainer and leader who offers leadership training and coaching that aims to build confidence and lead more effective teams. As a Thoughtful Leader, you know that the teams that work best actually enjoy their jobs. You know it’s so important to be the kind of leader who is intentional about what you do and how you communicate. But what if some of your actions and behaviours may actu...
2022-10-1730 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#189: 4 Leadership Focus Areas for Thoughtful LeadersSince I started coaching thoughtful leaders, I've noticed a few focus areas that we spend most of our time working on. I've found that thoughtful leaders are often great people-people, but this can have it's challenges too! In this episode, I take a look at the common areas of leadership improvement that I think many thoughtful leaders could benefit from. Like the Show? Please Leave a Review! ✅ If you like this episode or the show in general, please take a few minutes to leave a review by clicking one of the links below....
2022-10-1013 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#188: Ideas to Help You Create a More Committed TeamI work with lots of leaders who wish their team members would show a little more motivation and commitment. And recently I've also seen a lot of articles about "quiet quitting", where people are effectively doing the bare minimum at work, or simply tuning out. In this episode, I take a look at some of the factors to check to see if you can build commitment in your team. You can't *make* your people commit, but you can do your best to create an environment where people are more likely to feel committed.
2022-10-0315 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#186: Could Doing the Opposite Be Good For Your Leadership?If we follow our instincts all the time when leading people, we're likely to run into trouble at some point. The problem is that we're wired to protect ourselves, and we can be consumed with the "fight or flight" response that can cloud our judgement. While this response has helped us survive and thrive over many thousands of years, in the modern workplace it can hold us back. In this episode, I look at some leadership situations where doing the opposite of what your natural instincts tell you might be exactly what you need...
2022-09-2013 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#185: How a Chaotic Work Environment Is Hurting Your TeamWho wants to work in a chaotic work environment? Most people would answer… "of course, nobody does!" However, working in a chaotic work environment can sometimes actually be easier! In this episode, I look at a few ways that a chaotic work environment is hurting your team and your leadership, and of course some ways that you can bring some structure to the situation. Like the Show? Please Leave a Review! ✅ If you like this episode or the show in general, please take a few minutes to leave a revie...
2022-09-1312 min
Coaches to the Moon044: Thoughtful Leadership Style of Growing a Team w/ Ben BrearleyBen Brearley is a leadership coach from Perth WA and founder of the Thoughtful Leader...he's helping leaders to build confidence, reduce stress and get the best out of their people.
2022-02-1645 min
The Weekly Leadership ExperienceResilience: Bouncing Back from Toxic Workplaces - Interview on The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyThis week's episode of the show comes via The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley. Ben and Reshad discussed challenging work environments, difficult bosses, toxicity in the workplace, and how to recover from the setbacks we all experience. Make sure to give Ben and The Thoughtful Leader a "Like" and "Follow" at the links below. Rate This Podcast Show notes at www.reshadoberlander.com/067 Original Episode: Resilience: Bouncing Back From Toxic Workplaces Thoughtful Leader Podcast #127 Thoughtful Leader Ben Brearley on LinkedIn Reshad on LinkedIn
2021-11-0841 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley#141: Leadership Insights from Professional Sport with Ben AlexanderIn this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Ben Alexander, the retired Australian international Rugby player. Ben played for the Wallabies 72 times and also retired as the ACT Brumbies' most capped player with 152 games. Ben is now the co-owner of Canberra pub 'The Dock' (Instagram: thedockcbr) and co-founder of meal tracking service Alfred (IG: the.alfred.app). The father of 3 is also on the ACT Brumbies Board, and The Dock was recently named 'Canberra's best pub'. Ben started Alfred while he was playing, after getting frustrated with the current meal tracking apps, an...
2021-10-1235 min
FI Minded: Bridging Pre FI Discipline and Post FI Freedom in Financial IndependenceHow to Gain Leadership Experience Before Becoming a Manager | E44 Ben BrearleyBen Brearley has been leading people for over 15 years. He saw the struggle managers had with the balancing act of leadership. Ben started writing articles to serve those who aspired to be an attentive and considerate manager. At the time, Ben didn’t realize this would change the trajectory of his career.
These posts turned into the Thoughtful Leader blog where Ben has been sharing leadership content for over 5 years. He started a podcast under the same name and also serves as a coach for leaders across the world that want to make work better.
Th...
2021-09-2651 min
People at WorkThe importance of pushing back at work with Ben BrearleyEven if you sit right beside your manager, there’s no way they have complete visibility into your work. Now that many of us are working from home, this visibility is decreased even more. Add on a flexible work schedule and more distractions at home and it’s a recipe for your manager to accidentally overload you with work.
Which is why it’s ok to push back.
Ben Brearley gives some tips on questions you can ask to get the conversation started when you feel like you have too many competing priorities. It really does c...
2021-07-0826 min
The Weekly Leadership ExperienceThe Self-Fulfilling Prophecy with Ben BrearleyWhat happens when we believe the best or worst about someone? How about when we think negatively or positively about ourselves? The self-fulfilling prophecy suggests that you begin to act in agreement with the things that you believe. Ben Brearley joins the conversation today to discuss the importance of this concept and talk about the positive aspect as well. Ben is a certified leadership coach, MBA, and consultant who helps thoughtful leaders to manage the tricky balancing act of leadership and leading with confidence. Rate This Podcast Send in your questions to podcast@w...
2021-05-2439 min
Talking with the Experts: Business InsightsEp #130 Ben Brearley - Accountability in the workplaceBen has led, mentored and coached leaders and team members at a wide variety of organisations in industries including Healthcare, Government, Utilities, Technology, Resources and Construction.After working in leadership roles for over 15 years, Ben realised his passion lay in helping other leaders build confidence and be more effective, and now he spends his time consulting and coaching through his business, Thoughtful Leader."One of the common problems that I come across often is that "there is no accountability" in many of our workplaces. This generally means that there is a perception that people aren't taking ownership of their work...
2021-04-1928 min
Talking with the ExpertsEp #130 Ben Brearley - Accountability in the workplaceBen has led, mentored and coached leaders and team members at a wide variety of organisations in industries including Healthcare, Government, Utilities, Technology, Resources and Construction.
After working in leadership roles for over 15 years, Ben realised his passion lay in helping other leaders build confidence and be more effective, and now he spends his time consulting and coaching through his business, Thoughtful Leader.
"One of the common problems that I come across often is that "there is no accountability" in many of our workplaces. This generally means that there is a perception that people aren't taking ownership of their work...
2021-04-1928 min
Pursuing Greatness - Master Your Health, Business, Love & SpiritBuild Confidence With Intention with Ben Brearley | Pursuing Greatness #22Want to learn more about personal development and living your best life? Check out our eBook at https://www.pursuinggreatnesspodcast.com | In this episode of Pursuing Greatness I interview Ben Brearley, . Ben Brearley has a great story to share and words of wisdom to impart, so grab your pen and paper, buckle up and enjoy the ride. Want to get in contact with the guest? Reach out at https://www.thoughtfulleader.com.Enjoy the show? Share with your friends and subscribe to the channel for all our upcoming interviews and episodes...
2020-12-2231 min
12 Hats RadioSpecial Episode: Now A Word on Management! Interview with Ben Brearley from Thoughtful LeaderHere at 12 Hats we are crazy about Marketing and Entreprenuership, however are we good leaders and managers?
Ben Brearley, fellow Perth Podcaster and host of Thoughtful Leader comes into the studio to discuss life from the point of view of the management discipline.
You can find more about Ben at https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/
Or check out his podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thoughtful-leader-podcast/id1452121137?mt=2
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2020-09-1413 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyHow to Give Your Team More Meaningful Work Doing meaningful work is one of the greatest motivational factors that drives team member performance. When people feel as if they are taking on worthwhile tasks that matter, they're more likely to feel engaged and put in the effort. Unfortunately, there are many people who aren't doing meaningful work. There is a lot of wasted time and effort in our workplaces which can destroy motivation. In this episode, Ben looks at some ways that you can provide more meaningful work to your team, so they feel a sense of purpose and meaning when...
2020-08-3111 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyDirective Leadership... What It Is and When You Should Use ItDirective leadership is not as common as it used to be. In many work environments, you don't get very far if you run your team as a dictatorship. However, this leadership style still has a purpose and can be very effective when used in the right situation. In this episode, Ben talks about what Directive Leadership is and when you might need to use it to get the best results. Links: Article: Directive Leadership: 4 Situations When You Should Be Using It. Resource: Adaptive Leadership eBook.
2019-11-1007 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyIs Your Fear of Leaving Your Job Making You a Worse Leader?Fear does bad things to people in our workplaces. Fearful leaders might stay silent when they would normally speak out. They may fail to make a decision when normally they would act. There are many reasons why leaders feel uncomfortable and afraid to leave their jobs - are any of these reasons holding you back? The point is not that we should always be thinking about leaving our jobs. It's that when we feel like we have options, we will act more confidently and freely. In this episode, Ben looks at some ways to grow...
2019-11-0411 min
"Crisis To Crushin' it"Ben Brearley,is the Thoughtful Leader.Hello, I am Joel Ingram, and this is "Crisis to Crushin' It" Podcast.Let’s dive into this week’s talk, and help to:1. Increase perspective.2. Expand perception. 3. Allow you to change your reality.Ben Brearley is a leader, coach, MBA and consultant who has been leading people and teams for over 15 years.He has managed people, teams and projects in all sorts of different industries, cities and companies.He lives in Perth, Western Australia with his loving and supportive wife and energetic dog.He help...
2019-11-011h 04The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyMoving Your People Along the Motivation SpectrumMotivation at work is tough - most of us need to work, and we spend more time with the people at work than we often do with our friends and families! Everyone is motivated by different things, and we have a whole range of people from those who love their jobs, to those who'd rather be doing something else that they're passionate about outside of work. Work does play an important part in people's lives, so it's important that as leaders, we try to help our teams feel as motivated as we possibly can. In...
2019-10-2712 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyLimiting Beliefs That Ruin Your EffectivenessA challenge for every leader is to overcome limiting beliefs that we have developed over time. Productivity and effectiveness is one area where limiting beliefs can really damage performance as well as the motivation of your team. In this episode, Ben discusses 3 limiting beliefs that might be holding you back and how you can eliminate them. Links: Online Course: Time Management For Leaders Online Course. Article: 3 Limiting Beliefs That Damage Your Productivity. Article: How a Self Fulfilling Prophecy Will Make or Break Your Team.
2019-10-2008 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyTraps for Supportive LeadersSupportive leaders are great - but problems can occur when leaders step over the line from being supportive leaders to protective leaders. In this episode, Ben talks about some of the traps that supportive leaders can fall into and some ways to avoid them in your team. Links: Online Course: Time Management For Leaders Online Course. Article: 3 Traps Supportive Leaders Must Avoid. Article: 10 Simple & Effective Tips For Giving Feedback.
2019-10-1307 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyWork Time-Wasters That Create Unhappy TeamsTime-wasters at work can really have a big impact on your team's productivity. But that's not all, time-wasters also have the potential to damage team motivation if your people realise that they're not working on tasks that really add value. In this episode, Ben looks at three common time-wasters and how you can avoid introducing them to your team! And don't forget to check out the Time Management for Leaders Online Course, to become a more productive and effective leader for your team. Links: Online Course: Time Management For Leaders Online Course. A...
2019-10-0612 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyLeadership Assumptions That Ruin MotivationIt's easy for leaders to make assumptions about their teams when things get busy. But there are some assumptions that can really damage motivation in a team. In this episode, Ben talks about these assumptions and how they can damage motivation in your team, as well as how to avoid making them in the first place! Don't forget to check out the new Leadership Confidence Online Course, which is open for pre-sale right now! If you're a leader who wants to build your confidence and feel more secure leading your team, this course could be j...
2019-09-2910 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyCommunication Mistakes That Will Damage Your LeadershipCommunication is a critical leadership skill, but it's often a part of leadership that we get wrong. If you're unable to communicate effectively, you run the risk of demotivating and frustrating your team and the people around you. In this episode, Ben looks at some common communication mistakes, and how we can avoid making them in our teams. As mentioned in this episode, don't forget to check out the new Leadership Confidence Online Course, which is open for pre-sale right now! If you're a leader who wants to build your confidence and feel more secure l...
2019-09-2212 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyHow Toxic Workplaces Happen (and what you can do about it)Toxic workplaces are horrible places to be, but they don't just happen by accident. In this episode, Ben talks about some of the ways that toxic behaviour can start to cause problems and then looks at how we can try to do something about it before your workplace turns septic. Resource: If you struggle to have the hard conversations in your team, try the Difficult Conversations eBook, with tools and techniques to help you tackle the tough conversations and get results for your team. Links: Article: Toxic Workplaces: How Leaders Can Stop Them. Article: 3 W...
2019-09-0312 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyEmployee Turnover - Why It's Good and When You Should WorryEmployee turnover is a topic that can see leaders breaking out in a cold sweat. However, it's not all bad. In this episode, Ben talks about some of the reasons why turnover in your team can be a good thing. However, it's not always good - Ben also covers some of the situations when you actually should worry about turnover in your team. Links: Article: 5 Reasons Why Employee Turnover is Your Friend. Article: 3 Signs Should Worry You When Team Members Are Quitting.
2019-08-2707 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyShort Term Thinking = Bad LeadershipOne of the primary causes of bad outcomes in our workplaces is short-term thinking on the part of leaders. Taking action or failing to take necessary action often occurs because we don't take the time to think of the long-term outcomes of what we're doing. In this episode, Ben talks about short-term thinking and some of the simple questions to ask yourself to help you shift from a short-term to a long-term mindset. Links: Article: How Short Term Thinking Leads to Bad Leadership. Resource: Time Management For Leaders Online Course.
2019-08-1209 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyUsing Work Pressure to Improve Team PerformanceIt's never fun having a stressed and overworked team. But did you know that all stress is not created equal? In this episode, Ben talks about Eustress vs. Distress and how applying the right amount of pressure to your team can improve work performance, without burning everybody out. Learn how applying just the right amount of pressure and stress can be beneficial to your team. Links: Shownotes: https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/podcast/30/ Article: How to Use Work Pressure to Help Your Team Thrive.
2019-08-0512 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyWhy Softly Spoken Leaders Make a Big ImpactSoftly spoken leaders face some challenges in the workplace, struggling to be heard over the noise of their dominant, outspoken counterparts. In this episode, Ben talks about the challenges and strengths of being a softly spoken leader, and some things softly spoken leaders can do to succeed in leadership. Links: Article: Why Softly Spoken Leaders Make a Big Impact. Article: Important Ways That Leaders Can Earn Respect at Work.
2019-07-2210 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyWhy You Need Your Team to Speak Up (and Why They Don't)Ever walked away from a meeting you thought was going to be controversial, where there was actually no conflict at all? You could have a problem, because your team isn't speaking up. You don't have all the answers, so you need your team to be offering up their opinions to help you to achieve better results. In this episode, Ben talks about some common reasons why your team doesn't speak up at work, why you really need them to and what you can do to help them be heard.
2019-07-1706 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyHow Better Time Management Will Help Your TeamLeaders can be one of the greatest sources of wasted time in the workplace. This is unfortunate, but true! In this episode, Ben talks about how leaders who manage their time better can have a positive effect on their teams and improve their productivity. We also cover some of the ways that poor time management can really waste a lot of time in the workplace...and we don't want to let that happen! Don't forget to check out the link to the Time Management for Leaders Online Course below! Links: Online Course: Ti...
2019-07-0810 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyEveryone Is Stupid...Except for MY TeamEver worked in a team where an adversarial attitude builds against people outside of the team? This can be a damaging mindset if left unchecked. In this episode, Ben talks about trying to break down some of these adversarial attitudes that often build up between teams in large, complex organisations. Shownotes: https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/podcast/25/
2019-07-0108 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyWhy You Need to Speak Up At WorkHaving the confidence to speak up and out about issues and inefficiencies in your workplace is a key role of a leader. But it's not always easy to do that. In this episode, Ben speaks about some of the reasons why leaders need to speak up, and the reasons why they don't. Shownotes: https://www.thoughtfulleader.com/podcast/24/
2019-06-2309 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleySelf-Fulfilling Prophecy and LeadershipSelf-fulfilling Prophecy is a phenomenon I've seen in workplaces for a long time, and it can make or break your team. In this episode, Ben talks about Self-fulfilling Prophecy and how it often has negative effects in the workplace, resulting in reduced motivation and low confidence in team members.
2019-06-1010 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyMicromanagement...and How You Can Stop ItEver micromanaged someone? I certainly have, and it's not a great thing for a leader to do. What I have noticed over my career is that micromanagement isn't something that people want to do... but they feel like they have to. In this episode, Ben talks about some of the issues with micromanagement and also some ways to stop your micromanagement tendencies from getting out of control!
2019-06-0410 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyHow Perfectionism Kills LeadershipPerfectionism seems to be quite a common trait in our workplaces. What is the impact of perfectionism on leadership and is it just another form of procrastination? In this episode, Ben discusses the topic of perfectionism and how you can take action to stop it damaging the way you lead your team.
2019-05-2711 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyThe Best Way to Create Happy EmployeesMost leaders want to manage a team of happy employees. But what does it take to get there, and how can leaders go about it? In this episode, Ben talks about his recipe for employee happiness: Clarity, Consistency and Transparency. Listen to the episode to see how they all fit together!
2019-05-2015 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyHow to Delegate to Improve Your TeamDelegation isn't about just getting rid of your most hated tasks and giving them to your team members. We can use delegation as a great way to improve our team performance and motivation. In this episode, Ben outlines the basics of delegation as well as some ways to use it to improve your team performance.
2019-05-1308 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley10 Tips for Giving Effective FeedbackFeedback is one of the most important tools leaders can use to both manage performance and to recognise team members. However, many leaders avoid providing feedback in the right way, which reduces its effectiveness. In this episode, Ben outlines his top 10 tips for giving effective feedback.
2019-05-0609 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley5 Personality Traits to Look For When HiringHiring people is difficult, and sometimes it's difficult to know just what to look for when you're interviewing your next potential team members. In this episode, Ben talks about the "5 Factor Model of Personality" or OCEAN model, which is a simple tool to help you assess your next candidate and make sure their personality is a good fit for your team.
2019-04-3011 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyThe Power of Pushing BackI find pushing back to be an underrated skill. Pushing back means sometimes, you need to say "No" to people who try to burden you with too much work, or tasks that are not even yours to do. This might be your boss, or other colleagues. It's not easy, but if you continuously say "Yes" to everything that comes your way, you are heading for burnout, and so is your team. In this episode, Ben discusses the power of pushing back as a tool to help leaders do their best work. Resources Mentioned in this...
2019-04-2311 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyThe 70-20-10 Model for LearningSometimes, it feels as if we're still stuck in the mindset that we need to do a training course to learn anything. Nothing could be further from the truth. In this episode, Ben discusses the benefits of the 70-20-10 model for learning and development, and how you can start applying it to your team.
2019-04-1508 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyToo Busy to Lead EffectivelyI see it often today - leaders are too busy in meetings and stuck working on other people's priorities to actually fulfil their leadership roles effectively. But I would ask the question... if you're too busy, then what are the things that aren't being done? In this episode, Ben talks about the "busyness mindset" and how being too busy stops you from being effective in your leadership role, as well as some ways to try to overcome it.
2019-04-0712 minThe Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyReducing Key Person Risk in Your TeamDo you ever rely on a single person for important tasks in your team? What happens if they aren't able to attend work, or happen to resign unexpectedly? In this episode, Ben talks about the possible risks and some possible ways to address this in your team.
2019-03-2508 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyMeetings: Good or Bad?Meetings at work are often criticised as being a "waste of time". But is that always the case? Ben discusses meetings at work and how you can improve your meetings to make them more useful, without getting rid of them altogether.
2019-02-1009 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyConflict AvoidanceLeaders who avoid conflict set themselves up for failure. In this episode, Ben discusses the problems with conflict avoidance and how you can start to reframe conflict in different ways to help yourself push forward, even if you don't enjoy confrontation!
2019-02-1007 min
The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben BrearleyImproving CollaborationCollaboration is a necessary part of success in any workplace. Without it, progress is slow, conflict is high and job satisfaction suffers. In this episode, Ben discusses some ways that leader can improve collaboration in the workplace. After all, why can't we all just get along?
2019-02-1014 min