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Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractChange Fluency with Author Jay KiewIf change is constant, why do so many workplaces still treat it like an occasional project—complete with a timeline, a comms plan, and a hope that people “buy in”?
Jay Kiew argues that this is exactly why leaders keep running into fatigue, cynicism, and whiplash. In his book "Change Fluency: 9 Principles to Navigate Uncertainty and Drive Innovation," Jay’s thesis is straightforward: change can’t be managed; it requires fluency—built through mindset, norms, and cultural conditions that help people adapt without detaching from the work.
In this episode of Leadership NOW, Jay and Dan explore: the four change mindsets, th...
2026-01-1243 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractChrista Haberstock on Being Bookable as a SpeakerWhat does it take to go from “nice-to-have” to non-negotiable?
In this episode of Leadership NOW, Dan Pontefract sits down with Christa Haberstock—founder of See Agency and Bookable Speakers, and author of Become a Bookable Speaker.
Together, they unpack what it means to lead with an “obvious advantage”—the kind of value that gets you rebooked, respected, and remembered.
From her early days selling keynote talent on 100% commission to building a cohort-based model for speaker development, Christa shares what leaders and speakers alike often miss: it’s not just about telling a story—it’s about solving a problem others can’t.
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2025-07-1839 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractMaria Franzoni on Bookability and Leading in the Speaking IndustryMaria Franzoni has booked Neil Armstrong and Liza Minnelli—and mentored hundreds of speakers in between. In this episode of Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract, she explains what separates the truly bookable speaker from the rest, and how those same principles apply to leadership, business, and long-term impact.
We explore how speaker bureaus are evolving in an AI-enabled world, what event organizers actually want, and why celebrity status means far less than clarity, value, and being frictionless to work with. Maria also walks through her new model, The Bookability Formula, and why the most successful speakers aren’t always the most...
2025-06-2540 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractMandy Gill on Grit, Goals & Getting Back UpWhat do ultra-marathons, workplace distractions, and failed goals have in common? Mandy Gill. In this candid episode of Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract, Mandy shares her journey—from overcoming anorexia to guiding leaders through resilience and workplace wellness. Her book "Reset with Resilience" is a blueprint for bouncing forward through setbacks.
We explore her signature “catch it, check it, change it” method, the psychology of negative thinking, and how reverse-engineering your goals can shift your trajectory. Mandy doesn’t sugarcoat it—she teaches resilience with precision, story, and lived truth. This episode is equal parts blueprint and mirror.
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2025-06-1839 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractAgeism is Hurting Your Organization with Maureen Wiley CloughMaureen Wiley Clough, seasoned technology leader and host of the podcast It Gets Late Early, joins Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW to discuss the overlooked yet costly issue of ageism in today’s workplaces.
Clough highlights why age diversity isn’t simply an ethical responsibility but a strategic advantage. She dismantles harmful myths about older employees’ technological capability, cost, and adaptability, and provides actionable insights for leaders on cultivating meaningful intergenerational mentorship and organizational resilience.
If your organization values inclusion, it’s time to start genuinely including older employees.
More about Maureen Wiley Clough: https://www.itgetslateearly.com/
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2025-04-2035 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractCEO Gary Officer Wants Organizations to Stop Ignoring Older WorkersGary Officer, President and CEO of CWI Labs, joins Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW to discuss why organizations repeatedly overlook older workers—and why it's strategically and socially damaging.
Officer explains how ageism impacts organizational productivity, innovation, and culture. He debunks common myths around older employees' technological skills, health care costs, and salary expectations, offering compelling insights and examples of successful intergenerational teams.
This episode highlights why age inclusiveness isn't simply about fairness; it's a crucial competitive advantage.
For more information about Gary A. Officer visit: https://www.cwilabs.org/
For more information about Dan Pontefract visit: https://www.danpontefract.co
2025-04-0938 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractAuthor Faisal Hoque on Preserving Humanity in the Artificial Intelligence EraIn this insightful episode of Leadership NOW, Dan sits down with entrepreneur and acclaimed author Faisal Hoque to discuss the transformative power—and hidden perils—of artificial intelligence. Drawing from his latest book, "TRANSCEND: Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI," Faisal explores why the greatest leadership challenge today is balancing AI’s vast potential with human judgment, ethics, and dignity.
Faisal and Dan dive deep into practical frameworks leaders can immediately use to guide AI ethically and strategically. From addressing algorithmic bias to maintaining authentic human connections in increasingly automated workplaces, they unpack why leadership in the AI age demand...
2025-04-0636 minLeadership NOW with Dan Pontefract75-Year-Old Founder Rose Fass Wants Leaders to Stop Ignoring the Messy MiddleRose Fass, founder of Fass Forward Consulting Group and former CTO at Xerox, joins Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW to discuss why organizations repeatedly overlook the crucial layer of middle management.
Rose reveals the critical role of the "messy middle" in translating strategy into execution and why senior leaders must meaningfully engage rather than ignore these vital managers. She explains how genuine, unscripted conversations—not PowerPoint decks—lead to successful transformation, and underscores why wisdom and innovation have no age limit.
It's a powerful conversation that challenges the status quo about middle managers and the real nature of leadership.
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2025-03-2737 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractAuthor Kevin Eikenberry Wants Leaders to Stop Clinging to HabitRigid leadership is failing us—especially now. On this episode of Leadership NOW, Dan Pontefract speaks with bestselling author and leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry about his latest book, "Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence."
Eikenberry argues persuasively that leaders trapped in habitual thinking or overly reliant on personality labels miss opportunities to adapt effectively in today’s complex world.
He introduces the concept of “flexors”—leadership decisions that require intentional flexibility rather than automatic, comfort-driven reactions.
In this lively conversation, Eikenberry outlines why flexibility is no longer optional, explains the practical skills and habits leaders must adopt, and offers cle...
2025-03-1836 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractDr. Keith Keating on Why L&D Is Failing and How to Fix ItLearning and Development (L&D) teams are at a crossroads. Too many still operate as order takers, delivering training on request without questioning whether it’s the right solution. Dr. Keith Keating, Chief Learning and Development Officer at BDO Canada and author of "The Trusted Learning Advisor," believes this outdated mindset limits impact and credibility.
In this episode of Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract, Keating explains how L&D must evolve from transactional function to strategic business partner. He shares:
1) Why L&D professionals must stop taking orders and start diagnosing real business challenges
2) How the IDAD Model—Intake, Discovery, Anal...
2025-03-0646 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractAre Leaders Ready for an Aging Workforce? Featuring CEO and Author Avivah Wittenberg-CoxThe workforce is aging, but many leaders are still acting as if nothing has changed.
On this episode of Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract, CEO and author Avivah Wittenberg-Cox, a global expert on gender, generational shifts, and longevity, unpacks what organizations must do to stay ahead.
She explains why age diversity is a leadership blind spot, how demographic shifts are reshaping talent strategies, and what wise leaders are doing to future-proof their organizations.
Avivah challenges outdated assumptions about work, career longevity, and leadership. She explores the opportunities that come with longer, multi-stage careers—and why companies that fail to adapt wi...
2025-02-2234 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractDeath to the February Fiasco: Why Annual Performance Reviews Must GoIn this blunt, zero-guests, and entertaining episode of Leadership NOW, Dan Pontefract unleashes his frustrations on the outdated practice of the annual performance review.
He traces its historical roots, explains why it hurt engagement and innovation, and offers a better path forward.
If you are tired of cramming twelve months of work into a single, awkward meeting, tune in for Dan’s pointed critique and practical alternatives that will save time, boost morale, and modernize how we measure performance.
2025-02-2123 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractLiberian Peace Activist and Entrepreneur Fatu Kaba and the Importance of StorytellingStorytelling shapes leadership, builds trust, and creates lasting change.
On this episode of Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract, Fatu Kaba, a Liberian peace activist, entrepreneur, and author, shares how storytelling became her most powerful tool. From surviving civil war to advocating for marginalized voices, she discusses how truth-telling challenges systems, fosters inclusion, and strengthens leadership.
Fatu explains why leaders who embrace storytelling create deeper connections, inspire action, and build organizations that stand for something greater. She also reflects on the impact of performative inclusion, the importance of listening, and the courage it takes to create real change.
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2025-02-2036 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Workforce is Shrinking. Now What? With Author Bradley SchurmanThe workforce is changing faster than most leaders realize. By 2030, there will be more people over 65 than under 18 in the U.S.—a demographic shift that is already reshaping economies, labor markets, and business strategy. Bradley Schurman, author of "The Super Age: Decoding Our Demographic Destiny," joins Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW to break down what this means for organizations.
In this conversation, Schurman unpacks why birth rates have collapsed, why ageism is holding companies back, and how leaders must rethink workforce planning to stay ahead. He explores the flaws in traditional retirement models, the impact of longer life expectancies on...
2025-02-1442 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractWirearchy at 25: Shaping the Future with Jon HusbandIn this episode of Leadership NOW, Dan Pontefract sits down with Jon Husband, the pioneer behind Wirearchy, to reflect on 25 years of this transformative concept.
Together, they delve into the evolution of leadership, exploring how trust, credibility, and collaboration are reshaping the modern workplace.
Jon shares his perspective on the shift from rigid hierarchies to dynamic flows of power, the challenges and opportunities of hybrid work, and the profound impact of generative AI on human creativity and connection.
With real-world examples and deep insights, this episode offers leaders a roadmap for navigating complexity, fostering meaningful relationships, and embracing change in...
2025-01-201h 01
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractMichael Clinton on Roaring into the 100-Year LifeHow do you embrace the second half of life with purpose, energy, and vision? In this episode of Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract, author Michael Clinton ("Roar into the Second Half of Your Life) shares how to reimagine the next chapter through reinvention, lifelong learning, and leadership. Clinton dives into his concept of “rewiring instead of retiring,” offering actionable insights for thriving in the 100-year life.
From confronting ageism to fostering multigenerational workplaces, Clinton explores the power of living intentionally and inspiring others. Whether you’re leading teams, starting a new venture, or navigating your personal journey, this conversation is packed...
2025-01-0733 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractDr. Neri Karra Sillaman on Purpose-Driven Leadership in FashionOn this episode of Leadership NOW, host Dan Pontefract sits down with Dr. Neri Karra Sillaman, the founder of B Corp-certified Moda Métiers, to explore her transformative journey from refugee to leader in luxury fashion.
Dr. Sillaman shares her vision for redefining success through purpose-driven leadership, where resilience, sustainability, and integrity are woven into every decision.
Together, they discuss how Dr. Sillaman’s commitment to social impact, innovation, and ethical practices is setting a new standard in the industry—one that challenges leaders to build brands focused on lasting legacy over fleeting profit.
Dr. Neri Karra Sillaman is a disti...
2024-10-2841 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractRaising Barns and Accountability with Author Vince MolinaroIn this insightful episode of Leadership NOW, Dan Pontefract engages in a dynamic discussion with Vince Molinaro, a renowned leadership expert and New York Times best-selling author of "Community of Leaders."
Together, they explore the critical role of leadership accountability in today’s fast-paced and complex business landscape. Molinaro shares his thoughts on the importance of developing leaders at all levels, breaking down organizational silos, and fostering a culture of shared accountability.
Through engaging stories and actionable advice, Vince reveals how leaders can "raise barns together," creating an environment where collaboration, resilience, and accountability drive long-term success. This episode is pa...
2024-10-2441 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractSeth Godin Talks StrategyJoin leadership strategist Dan Pontefract as he sits down with best-selling author Seth Godin in this special episode of Leadership NOW to explore the philosophy behind effective strategy.
In this engaging conversation, Godin shares key insights from his latest book, "This is Strategy," and explains why strategy is not a rigid map but a flexible compass.
From focusing on your "smallest viable market" to the power of saying “no,” this episode is packed with actionable advice for leaders looking to drive meaningful, long-term change.
Don’t miss out on this thought-provoking discussion that challenges the conventional approach to strategy.
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2024-10-2030 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractStrategist David Lancefield on Giving People the Space and Trust to LeadDavid Lancefield is the founder of Strategy Shift and a trusted advisor to over 50 CEOs.
In this episode of Leadership NOW, David and Dan dive deep into what it truly means to lead with trust. They discuss how empowering teams, fostering involvement, and creating a culture of accountability can drive meaningful transformation. David shares practical insights from his extensive experience working with leaders to unlock potential and navigate change in today’s fast-paced environment.
David has worked with C-Suite executives to design bold strategies, supercharge their leadership, and transform their culture in 20 countries.
He’s a contributor to Harvard Business Revi...
2024-10-0839 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractFilmmaker Mike Downie: Lessons from The Tragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal DocumentaryIn this episode of Leadership NOW, host Dan Pontefract chats with acclaimed filmmaker Mike Downie about his documentary "The Tragically Hip: No Dress Rehearsal," which tells the incredible story of The Tragically Hip. Mike shares the more profound insights behind the film, exploring the themes of resilience, love, and collaboration that defined the band’s remarkable journey.
Listeners will hear Mike’s reflections on working with archival footage and intimate interviews to bring this four-part documentary to life.
He provides a behind-the-scenes look at how The Tragically Hip stayed true to their values, both as musicians and as leaders who prio...
2024-09-1332 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Four-Day Workweek Revolution with Andrew BarnesIn this episode, Dan Pontefract sits down with Andrew Barnes, the visionary behind the global four-day workweek movement.
Andrew shares how his bold experiment at Perpetual Guardian in New Zealand redefined productivity and work-life balance, sparking a worldwide conversation. From boosting employee engagement and well-being to challenging traditional leadership thinking, Barnes reveals the secrets behind the 180-100 model that’s changing the future of work.
Tune in to discover how fewer hours can deliver more—and why the movement is gaining traction globally.
Andrew Barnes has made a career of market-changing innovation and industry digitization. He owns and is a dire...
2024-09-1238 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractHow Visual Leadership Transforms Communication with Todd CherchesIn this episode of Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract, I sit down with Todd Cherches, CEO and co-founder of BigBlueGumball, to explore the unique intersection of visual thinking and leadership.
Todd, an award-winning professor and author of VisuaLeadership: Leveraging the Power of Visual Thinking in Leadership and in Life, shares his journey from a TV addict dreaming of being Superman to becoming a leading expert in visual communication.
We discuss how metaphors, mental models, and visual storytelling can enhance a leader’s ability to communicate, innovate, and inspire.
Todd also dives into his visual leadership formula and the importance of tr...
2024-08-2132 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Power of Perception: Insights with Dr. Maja ZelihicJoin us in this enlightening episode of Leadership NOW as Dan Pontefract sits down with Dr. Maja Zelihic, Dean of the Forbes School of Business and Technology and co-author of “The Power of Perception.”
Dr. Zelihic delves into the profound impact of perception on leadership and decision-making. She shares compelling stories, including a transformative e-learning project in Zambia, and discusses how emotional intelligence and the EPIC process can help leaders overcome biases and foster more inclusive, innovative organizations.
Don’t miss this deep dive into the hidden dynamics that shape our professional and personal lives.
Outside of FSBT, she serves as a D...
2024-07-2737 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractUnlocking the Power of Reframing with Author Thomas Wedell-WedellsborgJoin Dan Pontefract in a thought-provoking discussion with Thomas Wedell-Wedellsborg, author of “What’s Your Problem?” and a leading expert on problem-solving and innovation.
Discover how reframing problems can unlock new solutions and drive organizational success. Wedell-Wedellsborg shares key insights on overcoming biases, fostering psychological safety, and rethinking goals with flexibility and adaptability.
This episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiring stories that will revolutionize your approach to leadership and problem-solving. Listen now to transform your mindset and empower your team.
Wedell-Wedellsborg's research has been featured in The Economist, Forbes, Bloomberg, Businessweek and The Financial Times. HR Magazine listed him as...
2024-06-3039 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Power of Social Bonds with the GenWell Project Founder Pete BombaciJoin us in this enlightening episode of Leadership NOW as Dan Pontefract sits down with Pete Bombaci, the founder of The GenWell Project.
Pete shares the inspiring story behind the movement and discusses the critical importance of fostering human connections in our increasingly digital world.
Discover how loneliness and social isolation impact our health and what practical steps we can take to build stronger, more compassionate communities. From technology’s double-edged sword to the transformative power of workplace relationships, Pete’s insights will inspire you to reconnect with those around you and make meaningful interactions a daily habit.
Don’t miss t...
2024-05-3135 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractPlatform Thinking with Daniel Trabucchi and Tommaso BuganzaDaniel Trabucchi is Senior Assistant Professor of Platform Thinking, and Tommaso Buganza is Full Professor of Leadership & Innovation, both at Politec-nico di Milano.
They are Scientific Directors of the Observatory Platform Thinking HUB and co-authors of the book, "Platform Thinking: Read the Past, Write the Future."
Tommaso and Daniel join Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW to discuss all things 'platform thinking.' They do not disappoint.
Both Trabucchi and Buganza were recently appointed to the Thinkers 50 Radar Class of 2024.
Find out more about their book, "Platform Thinking" at https://platformthinking.eu/
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2024-05-2341 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractEldera CEO Dana Griffin and the Untapped Wisdom of the ElderlyDana Griffin is the Co-Founder and CEO of Eldera, an innovative platform dedicated to bridging the gap between generations. Dana joins Leadership NOW where Dan delves into her journey, the inspiration behind Eldera, and her vision for a future where the wisdom of elders is recognized as a valuable resource for societal growth and intergenerational solidarity.
Dana, originally from the picturesque Transylvania region of Romania, has carved a unique path in the world of tech and social impact. With a rich background as a data and advertising executive, she shifted her focus towards the age-tech industry, driven by a deep-seated...
2024-04-2834 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractDigital Wellness with Chief Evangelist Amy BlanksonAmy Blankson is a happiness expert, the Co-Founder and Chief Evangelist of the Digital Wellness Institute, and the author of several bestselling books, including "The Future of Happiness."
Amy joins Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW for a deep-dive discussion on a host of issues and topics related to digital wellness.
Amy is on a mission to help us create a more positive world that prioritizes Digital Flourishing—that sweet spot where productivity, health, and happiness meet.
By harnessing a simple, research-backed framework, Amy and her team help reimagine digital well-being so people can thrive.
As a member of the UN Gl...
2024-04-1734 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractShaping Strategy for Lasting Legacy with Alex BrueckmannAlex Brueckmann is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of “The Strategy Legacy,” and “Secrets of Next Level Entrepreneurs.” He is the founder and president of Brueckmann Executive Consulting based in Vancouver, Canada.
In this episode of Leadership NOW, Alex and Dan discuss the nine core elements of organizational identity from his book "The Strategy Legacy."
Alex has impacted thousands of leaders worldwide. His clients include high-growth start-ups and Fortune 500 executive teams.
He holds degrees and certificates in management, leadership, and strategy from EBS University, INSEAD, and Harvard Business School.
More about Alex Brueckmann at: https://brueckmann.ca/
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2024-03-3032 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractEddie Turner is Changing the Face of LeadershipEddie Turner is an in-demand, Harvard-trained leadership development expert who works with leaders to “Accelerate Performance and Drive Impact!”® He is "Changing the Face of Leadership" and helping to create “Better Workplaces and a Better World”™ as a Principal Consultant and Executive Coach at Linkage, a SHRM company.
Eddie joins Dan Pontefract on this episode of “Leadership NOW” to discuss his book “140 Simple Messages to Guide Emerging Leaders” and all things under the leadership sun.
Eddie has significant experience driving digital transformation, systems integration, and developing leaders at all organizational levels. This includes major corporations like Pepsi, Deloitte, GE, Dell, Apple, the NFL, and...
2024-03-2339 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractCampfire Lessons for Leaders with Tony MartignettiTony Martignetti is a trusted advisor, leadership coach, facilitator, best-selling author, podcast host, and speaker. He combines over 25 years of business and leadership experience with extreme curiosity to elevate leaders and equip them with the tools to navigate change and unlock their true potential.
In this episode of Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract, Tony sits down with Dan to discuss his new book, "Campfire Lessons for Leaders: How Uncovering Our Past Can Propel Us Forward.”
Before becoming the founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of Inspired Purpose Partners, Tony was a finance and strategy executive with experience working with some of th...
2024-03-1728 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractQuestions are the Answer with Inqli CEO Rebecca Kirstein ReschRebecca Kirstein Resch is an award winning serial entrepreneur, an ally to the next generation, and an architect of better workplaces that work for everyone - and powered by humane technology.
In this episode of Leadership NOW, Rebecca sits down with Dan to discuss a whitepaper she co-authored with Dana Fulwiler Volk titled "Questions Are The Answer." It's a deep-dive look at improving business impact and employee well-being by democratizing access to knowledge with purposeful tech.
She is the founder & CEO of inqli - an AI-powered social knowledge-sharing platform that accelerates employee and enterprise growth by matching every question to...
2024-03-0838 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractGender Equity in Leadership with Jennifer McCollumJennifer McCollum is an acclaimed speaker, consultant, coach, and author of the fab book "In Her Own Voice: A Woman’s Rise to CEO." It's the focus of her book, where Dan and Jennifer discuss several different facets of importance regarding gender equity and gender-related issues.
With two decades of experience leading and building businesses in the leadership space, her expertise includes how to close the gap to gender equity, why the most effective leaders are inclusive leaders, and how to demystify inclusion for leaders and organizations. She has delivered workshops, keynotes, webinars, and podcasts to thousands of leaders globally on...
2024-02-2936 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractDan Pontefract Interviews Dan Pontefract. Wait. What?!? (A Special Episode of Leadership NOW)Dan Pontefract is the host of Leadership NOW. Sure. But he's also an award-winning author. His latest book, "Work-Life Bloom: How to Nurture a Team That Flourishes" shakes up corporate culture by tackling sacred cows like employee engagement, work-life balance, and 'bring your best selves to work.'
So, Dan decided to interview Dan about the book.
Check out this special episode of Leadership NOW where Dan asks Dan the following questions, aided by the help of ChatGPT, the AI tool that digested the book and surfaced five very unique questions to ask Dan:
• Challenging Conventional Wisdom: "'Work-Life Bloom' seems to...
2023-11-2520 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractINSEAD's Gianpiero Petriglieri - Leadership is an ArtGianpiero Petriglieri is Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour at INSEAD. His award-winning research and teaching focus on what it means, and what it takes, to become a leader. He is particularly concerned with leading well in the age of “nomadic professionalism,” in which people have deep bonds to work but loose affiliations to organisations.
In this conversation with Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW, Gianpiero discusses at length the need (and wish) for leadership to be an art.
Building on two decades of experience studying and working with executives and companies around the world, he has refined a unique approach to expe...
2023-09-2247 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractChester Elton and How Developing Your People Is A Good ThingChester Elton has spent two decades helping some of the world’s most successful businesses engage their employees to execute on strategy, vision, and values. He joins Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW and shares his insights on the current state of leadership and culture.
Dubbed the “Apostle of Appreciation” by Canada’s Globe and Mail, “creative and refreshing‚” by the New York Times, and a “must read for modern managers” by CNN. Elton is co-author of multiple award-winning New York Times and #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling leadership books including All In, The Carrot Principle, The Best Team Wins, and Anxiety at Work. His books...
2023-06-3031 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractMichael Bungay Stanier and How to Work with (Almost) AnyoneLeadership NOW with Dan Pontefract is pleased to invite Michael Bungay Stanier – MBS – but not that MBS – back to the show, the first two-time guest. Michael helps people know they’re awesome and they’re doing great.
He’s perhaps best known for his book “The Coaching Habit,” which is the best-selling book on coaching this century.
His recent books include “How to Begin,” which helps people find the clarity and courage to start something thrilling, important and daunting; and “The Advice Trap” – tame your inner Advice Monster so you can be more coach-like.
MBS drops by the show to discuss his latest book, “...
2023-06-2239 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractHaving the Courage to Leap and to Lead with Master Coach CB BowmanCB Bowman: Known as the Courage Consultant, CB is the host of the very popular "Courage: To Leap & Lead" podcast, and is the CEO of the Association of Corporate Executive Coaches. CB is a global "Certified Master Corporate Executive Coach" with experience working in marketing, coaching, and branding.
CB join Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract to discuss her latest book, “Courage: to Leap and to Lead.”
CB strongly believes that master-level corporate executive coaches have to be “enterprise-wide business partners™" with their clients, yes, full of courage.
She is formerly head of branding for ready-to-eat cereals for General Foods. She was resp...
2023-06-1929 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractHow to 'Work Here Now' with Melissa Swift of MercerAs Transformation Leader at Mercer US and Canada, Melissa Swift is responsible for workforce transformation, HR transformation, HR digitization, DEI, and workforce analytics.
Melissa drops by Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract to discuss her latest book, “Work Here Now: Think Like a Human and Build a Powerhouse Workplace."
As a recognized thought leader on the subject of the future of work post-covid, Melissa has been quoted on the subject in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, The Economist, The Washington Post, Axios, and The Daily Mail, and has appeared on NPR and Al-Jazeera English. Earlier in her ca...
2023-06-1629 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractWarwick Business School's Christian Stadler on StrategyChristian Stadler is a Professor in Strategic Management at Warwick Business School. Prior to, he was at University of Bath School of Management, Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth, and Innsbruck University.
Christian joins Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract to discuss the relationship between strategy, culture, leadership, job hopping, and hope.
Christian addresses fundamental strategic questions that enable companies to grow, adapt, and consistently beat their competitors. In his book Open Strategy. Mastering Disruption from Outside the C-Suite he explains how companies can craft strategy in a new unconventional way, one tailor-made for today's faster, more volatile business environment. His...
2023-05-2630 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractBusiness Lessons From Entrepreneurial and Branding Wizard Mitch JoelMitch Joel is Co-Founder of ThinkersOne - a platform that empowers companies with personalized and bite-sized thought leadership from the best Thinkers in the world. Mitch joins Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract to discuss the new platform.
He has been called a visionary, digital expert and community leader. He is also an entrepreneur, investor, author, trusted advisor, chronic reader and passionate speaker who connects with people worldwide by sharing his insights on business transformation, innovation and marketing.
Prior to ThinkersOne, Mitch spent close to three decades in the technology and media industry as both an executive and entrepreneur. This included...
2023-05-2238 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractRising Together with Best-Selling Author Sally HelgesenSally Helgesen is an internationally best-selling author, speaker and leadership coach. She has been inducted into the Thinkers 50 Hall of Fame, which honors those whose ideas have shaped the field of leadership worldwide. She is also ranked number 3 among the world’s thought leaders by Global Gurus.
Sally drops by Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract to discuss her latest book, "Rising Together: How We Can Bridge Divides and Create a More Inclusive Workplace" The book offers practical ways to build more inclusive relationships, teams, and workplaces. It soared to Amazon’s number one top-seller in its field in the first week...
2023-05-0839 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractBill Williams and How to Lead an Electric LifeHe’s called “Electric Bill” for a reason. Bill Williams is on a mission to shock us out of our static daily routines, known for his unique brand of electrified methodologies for the workplace.
Electric Bill drops by Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract to discuss his latest book is titled “Electric Life: 12 Microsteps to Pay Attention, Be Brilliant and Go Deep.”
Bill’s honest, succinct, and enthusiastic approach to leadership has inspired and reshaped countless national organizations over the span of thirty years. Whether coaching an individual over Zoom, or speaking to rooms of more than a thousand delegates, Bill’s impact is eq...
2023-04-2834 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractArtificial Intelligence in the Film Industry with StoryFit's Monica LandersMonica Landers is the founder and CEO of StoryFit, a rapidly-growing tech company that provides AI insights for the media and entertainment industry.
Monica drops by Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract to discuss StoryFit, Artificial Intelligence, the hit HBO show "The Last of Us," and audience positioning. It's a fascinating chat.
She has two media technology patents and extensive experience in media, ranging from producing for ABC News and Good Morning America to executive leadership roles at several content companies, including VP Media Innovation at Demand Media.
Monica is deeply involved in Austin's startup community and serves as an advisor...
2023-04-2431 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractDiscussing Deloitte's 2023 Global Human Capital Trends with David MallonDavid Mallon is Vice President and Chief Analyst at Deloitte and is the market leader for Deloitte’s Insights2Action team.
In this episode of Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract, David discusses the 2023 Global Human Capital Trends from Deloitte.
David and the Insights2Action team help clients to sense, analyze, and act—with purpose and precision—at the ever shifting intersection of work, workforce, workplace, and industry.
Part of Deloitte since 2013, David is the former Head of Research for Bersin. He brings more than 20 years of experience in human capital and is a sought-after researcher, thought leader, and speaker on organi...
2023-04-1528 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractDocumentarian Samuel Durand Believes The Future Of Work Is NowDocumentarian Samuel Durand and the Future of Work
Samuel Durand is the author and producer of several workplace documentaries. He started to explore the Future of Work in 2019 during a learning expedition.
Samuel drops by Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract to discuss his upcoming and new documentary, Time to Work.
Work in Progress (2021) is a documentary exploring recent trends in the world of work. Sam visited experts and people all over Europe who have been reinventing the way we work to find meaning including fully remote companies, freelancers, nomads, makers, creators, collectives, and communities.
The story of the Work in...
2023-04-0432 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractLaura Gassner Otting and Wonderhell - Why Success Doesn’t Feel Like It ShouldLaura Gassner Otting is an author, catalyst, and executive coach who inspires people to push past the doubt and indecision that keep great ideas in limbo by helping audiences think bigger and accept greater challenges that reach beyond their current, limited scope of belief.
LGO, as she is often known, drops by Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract to discuss her latest book, "Wonderhell: Why Success Doesn’t Feel Like It Should . . . and What to Do About It."
Laura is the author of Limitless: How to Ignore Everybody, Carve Your Own Path, and Live Your Best Life (2019), which debuted at #2 on th...
2023-04-0332 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Four Personas of Creativity with Steven KowalskiSteven Kowalski is an organization development consultant and the author of “Creative Together: Sparking Innovation in the New World of Work.” He has more than 25 years of experience facilitating the creativity of scientists, engineers, business leaders, and professionals across industries to blaze new trails, catalyze creative potential, and deliver real-world innovation.
Steven drops by "Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract" to discuss "Creative Together" and the critical importance of creativity as part of organizational culture and leadership styles.
He holds a Ph.D. in adult learning and organizational creativity from UCLA and works for biopharma pioneer Genentech
At Genentech, Steven focuses on s...
2023-03-2928 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Utter Nonsense of Corporate Nonsense with Martin LindstromMartin Lindstrom is the founder and chairman of Lindstrom Company, a global branding & culture transformation firm, operating across five continents and more than 30 countries.
He sits down with Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW to discuss common sense (or the lack of it) in our organizations, in addition to other threads including corporate culture and all things 'corporate nonsense.'
TIME Magazine has named Lindstrom one of the “World’s 100 Most Influential People,” and for three years running, Thinkers50, has selected Lindstrom to be among the world’s top 50 business thinkers.
Among the companies he advises are Burger King, Lowes, Boar’s Head, Be...
2023-03-2530 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Networking Strategy of Vala Afshar, Salesforce Chief Digital EvangelistVala Afshar is an author, US patent holding inventor, weekly columnist for ZDNET, weekly podcaster, keynote speaker and social media contributor. He is, of course, Chief Digital Evangelist at Salesforce.
Vala drops by the Leadership NOW program with Dan Pontefract where they get into the finer points of life, humanity, and being a good person.
Vala has nearly a million followers on Twitter, generating billions of impressions per year. His LinkedIn account is through the rough awesome as well. He has written over 250 articles since 2020.
His weekly show started in 2016 and is projected to have over 2M viewers this year...
2023-03-1936 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractInfluential And Persuasive Leadership with Phil M. JonesPhil M. Jones is a master of influence and persuasion – the author of the best-selling “Exactly” Book Series with over 1 million copies sold across several books – producer of the “Most Listened To” non-fiction Audiobook of all time – a trusted advisor for some of the world’s biggest brands – and an entrepreneur since the age of 14.
Phil joins Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW to discuss persuasion and influence and how they can be used internally in one's leadership style. We get into the effect of persuasion and influence on corporate culture as well.
Phil's precise insights around communication, added to a proven personal pe...
2023-03-1629 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractHeather McGowan and Leading the Empowered WorkforceHeather E. McGowan is a strategist, thought leader, researcher, and author and is one of the leading voices on the "future of work."
Heather sits down with Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW to discuss her new book, "The Empathy Advantage: Leading the Empowered Workforce."
McGowan is a sense maker, a dot connector, a deep thinker, and a pattern matcher who sees things that others miss. Heather gives people the courage and insight that illuminates their path forward. She’s transforming mindsets and entire organizations around the globe with her message about how the next phase of work will focus on co...
2023-03-0434 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractManagement Guru Tom Peters and Extreme HumanismTom Peters is the coauthor of "In Search of Excellence"—the book that changed the way the world does business and is often tagged as the best business book ever.
Tom sits down with Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW and they get into all sorts of trouble, discussing why leaders are uncaring, unsupportive, and short-term thinkers while providing ample suggestions to fix it all.
Twenty books and forty years later, Tom is still at the forefront of the “management guru industry” he single-handedly invented. What’s new? A lot. As CNN said, “While most business gurus milk the same mantra for all it...
2022-12-1836 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractEric Termuende And Why The Great Resignation Is A Terrible TermEric Termuende is a best-selling author who has given over 400 keynote presentations to industry-leading businesses and associations all over the world. He inspires business leaders to prepare for the future of work and make the one-degree shifts that build trust, belonging, and engagement at work.
In this episode of Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract, Eric and Dan get into the realities of the 'future of work.'
A life-long entrepreneur, Eric has surveyed and interviewed thousands of employees and leaders in his efforts to put numbers behind the employee experience and understand what separates great teams and leaders from the...
2022-12-1628 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractCommunity Building in the Post-Pandemic Workplace with Author John BaldoniJohn Baldoni is an internationally recognized leadership consultant, coach, speaker and author of 15 books on leadership that have been translated into ten languages.
John joins Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW where they discuss grace, purpose, and other facets of leadership.
John is a much in demand global presenter and keynote speaker and has been for 30+ years. He is also a member of the renowned Marshall Goldsmith 100 Coaches, a group of executive coaches and thought leaders from the worlds of business, academia and social service.
John is a highly sought after communications consultant and executive coach, where he has had the...
2022-11-2228 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractHow CEO Robert Pasin Established Radio Flyer's FUNomenal CultureRobert Pasin, CEO of Radio Flyer Inc., has embraced innovation and change to elevate the legacy brand synonymous with its little red wagons.
Robert joins Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW to discuss his leadership style and how it has helped to resurrect the Radio Flyer Inc. company and brand.
Robert heads Radio Flyer Inc., founded in 1917. Radio Flyer is an iconic brand that holds a special place in people's hearts because it instantly transports them to a happy time — to the best parts of childhood. Robert works with a wonderful group of passionate "Flyers" whose mission is to create products th...
2022-11-2122 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractDB Bedford and the Critical Importance of Emotional WellnessDB Bedford is the CEO and founder of iNeverWorry Consulting, a company that specializes in Emotional Intelligence training staff and leadership on how to effectively manage their behavior and make better personal decisions to achieve positive results.
DB sits down with Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW to discuss his latest book, "30 Days to Emotional Wellness" and all things emotional intelligence.
One of the things that separates DB from his contemporaries is his empirical knowledge gained by growing up on the rough streets of Oakland, California which is a community that is regularly listed as one of the most violent cities...
2022-11-1228 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractGroup Coaching & Leadership Trends With Glain Roberts-McCabeGlain Roberts-McCabe is the founder and President of The Roundtable, a company that helps leaders navigate change, disruption and growth by building the mindsets and behaviours that matter most.
Glain sits down with Dan Pontefract to chat about what she thinks are the critical issues that will face leaders and organizations in 2023.
She is a sought-after expert in the field of group coaching, working with executive teams and high potential fast-trackers to make a bigger collective impact.
With over 30 years of leadership, business and coaching experience, Glain combines an evidence-based approach with pragmatism. Glain has advised and worked with senior...
2022-11-1128 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Responsibility Ethic With Gold Medallist Adam KreekAdam Kreek is one of North America’s top Executive Business Coaches, who specializes in leadership development, strategic planning and values driven achievement.
He sits down with Dan Pontefract on Leadership NOW to discuss facets from his bestselling book, "The Responsibility Ethic," which teaches us the how of self-leadership. There are several juicy facets that Dan and Adam get into including values, trust, ethics, and perseverance.
A two-time Olympian, Adam holds 60 international medals, including Olympic Gold, and multiple hall of fame inductions. In 2013, Adam made the first-ever attempt to row unsupported across the Atlantic Ocean from Africa to America, the su...
2022-10-2839 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractA Special Announcement Related To Dan Pontefract's Very Crappy 2022In this episode of Leadership NOW, Dan takes the microphone solo to provide some insights on his very crappy 2022, which then leads to a special announcement.
"Work-Life Bloom" is Dan Pontefract's fifth book. It will be published in October 2023.
Listen in as Dan connects a few work-life dots while providing a sneak-peek overview of the book.
2022-10-2614 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Big Issues Concerning Cultures of Conformity with Thinker Terence MauriTerence Mauri is a UK-based writer, speaker and mentor: a global expert who helps business leaders innovate, adapt and succeed in the age of disruption in which massive yet hard-to-predict upheavals are expected.
In this Leadership NOW discussion with Dan Pontefract, Terence and Dan discuss the elements of risk, agility, curiosity, and identity as it pertains to cultures of conformity and the future of work.
Terence is an Inc. Magazine Columnist, Inc. Top 100 Keynote Speaker and author of the best selling book, "The Leader’s Mindset: How To Win In The Age of Disruption."
He is a Professor of Creative La...
2022-10-2225 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractIf You Want Purpose, Relationships Are Key - Best-Selling Author Aaron HurstAaron Hurst is a globally recognized systems entrepreneur who has used the science of purpose to change the way we work and serve. He is the Founder of Imperative, a venture-backed startup offering an enterprise-wide solution for employee connection and team building. Their industry research is incredibly good, too.
Aaron sits down with Dan Pontefract to catch up on all things purpose, but also the importance of relationships and networks. Corporate culture is another thread they delve into.
Widely known for his thought leadership, Aaron is the author of "The Purpose Economy" and a regular advisor and thought partner for...
2022-10-1228 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Shift to a Skills-Based Organization with Deloitte's Michael GriffithsMichael Griffiths is a senior partner, principal, and lead in Deloitte’s Workforce Transformation practice; specifically leading Deloitte’s Workforce Development market offerings.
In this episode of Leadership NOW, Michael and Dan Pontefract discuss the shift to a skills-based organization. There are some fascinating points raised—including what comes first: the chicken, the egg, or both?
Michael is also the lead for Deloitte’s Human Capital Trends research and report. Griffiths is well published in the field of learning and talent, and is the leading market voice on becoming a skills-based organization.
2022-10-0726 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractAuthor Ravin Jesuthasan: Are We Entering The Era Of Work Without Jobs?Ravin Jesuthasan is a recognized futurist, global thought leader and bestselling author on the future of work and human capital. He has led multiple research efforts on the global workforce, the emerging digital economy, the rise of artificial intelligence and the transformation of work.
Ravin sits down with Dan Pontefract to discuss the shift from jobs to skills.
Ravin is the Global leader of Transformation at Mercer and based in Chicago and has led numerous research projects for the World Economic Forum including its ground-breaking studies; Shaping the Future Implications of Digital Media for Society, Creating a Shared Vision for...
2022-10-0226 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractRon Carucci - Are We Really Honest at Work?Ron Carucci has a thirty-year track record helping executives tackle challenges of strategy, organization, and leadership — from start-ups to Fortune 10s, non-profits to heads-of-state, turn-arounds to new markets and strategies, overhauling leadership and culture to re-designing for growth. With experience in more than 25 countries on four continents, he helps organizations articulate strategies that lead to accelerated growth, and then designs programs to execute those strategies.
The best-selling author of eight books, including the Amazon #1 "Rising to Power," Ron sits down with Dan Pontefract to discuss his recently released book, "To Be Honest: Lead with the Power of Truth, Justice and Pu...
2022-09-2330 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractEmotional Intelligence Expert Carolyn SternCarolyn Stern is a certified Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Development Expert, professional speaker, and university professor.
In this episode of Leadership NOW with Dan Pontefract, they discuss Carolyn's new book, "The Emotionally Strong Leader: An Inside-Out Journey to Transformational Leadership."
Carolyn’s emotional intelligence courses and modules have been adopted by top universities in North America. She has provided comprehensive training programs to business leaders across the continent in highly regarded corporations encompassing industries such as technology, finance, manufacturing, advertising, education, healthcare, government, and foodservice.
Carolyn’s passion is teaching emotional intelligence, leadership, and team building in the workplace. She driv...
2022-09-1221 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractZambian Executive Charity Lumpa on the Meaning of LeadershipCharity Lumpa is an accomplished executive and leader with decades of working experience in the insurance, banking, tourism and telecommunications industries. She is the founder and managing director of an investment consultancy and a philanthropic foundation, and board chairperson of a leadership company focused on coaching leaders in Africa.
In this Leadership NOW episode with Dan Pontefract, Charity and Dan discuss all things under the sun of leadership, culture, and purpose.
Charity has previously held the positions of Managing Director of the Zambia National Tourism Board, Ecobank Zambia Limited and Airtel Networks Zambia Plc where she was the first female...
2022-09-1128 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractWorld Renown Thinker Roger L. Martin and a New Way to ThinkRoger Martin is a trusted strategy advisor to the CEOs of companies worldwide including Procter & Gamble, Lego and Ford. In 2017, he was named the world’s #1 management thinker by Thinkers50, a biannual ranking of the most influential global business thinkers.
In this engaging talk with Dan Pontefract, Roger discusses his newest book, "A New Way to Think: Your Guide to Superior Managerial Effectiveness."
Roger is a Professor Emeritus at the Rotman School of Management at University of Toronto where he served as Dean from 1998-2013, Academic Director of the Michael Lee-Chin Family Institute for Corporate Citizenship from 2004-2019 and Institute Di...
2022-09-0841 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractSalesforce Chief Growth Evangelist Tiffani BovaTiffani Bova is the Chief Growth Evangelist at Salesforce, and author of the Wall Street Journal bestselling book "GROWTH IQ." A celebrated keynote and member of the Thinkers50 list, Bova inspires people to think forward, be bold and take action.
In this discussion with Dan Pontefract, the discussion centers around the customer and employee experience: are we getting it right?
Bova was named one of 2020’s Top Virtual Keynote Speaker by Read Write and is a guest on Bloomberg, BNN, Cheddar, MSNBC, and Yahoo Finance, among others. She contributes her thinking to publications including Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Entrepreneur, Diginomica, Qu...
2022-09-0533 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractFormer Ford and Boeing CEO Alan Mulally and the Importance of 'Working Together'Alan Mulally is the former president and CEO of The Ford Motor Company, serving as its most senior leader between 2006 and 2014. Before that and for over 30 years, Mulally held roles at Boeing, including executive vice president of the Boeing Company and president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes. To say that Mulally has been at the helm of two of America's most important and prominent brands is wildly understated.
In this discussion with Dan Pontefract, Alan outlines with precision and depth his "Working Together" management system. Alan delves into the various factors that help all stakeholders understand the mission and...
2022-07-1140 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractArianna Huffington Is The Empathy Leader You Ought To BeArianna Huffington is the founder and CEO of Thrive, the founder of The Huffington Post, and the author of 15 books, including Thrive and The Sleep Revolution. In 2016, she launched Thrive, a leading behavior change tech company with the mission of changing the way we work and live by ending the collective delusion that burnout is the price we must pay for success.
She has been named to Time Magazine's list of the world’s 100 most influential people and the Forbes Most Powerful Women list. Originally from Greece, she moved to England when she was 16 and graduated from Cambridge University with an...
2022-06-2416 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractUnderstanding Deep Purpose with Harvard's Dr. Ranjay GulatiRanjay Gulati is the Paul R. Lawrence MBA Class of 1942 Professor of Business Administration and the former unit head of the Organizational Behavior Unit at Harvard Business School. He is an expert on leadership in turbulent times, having studied and written about the topic for the past twenty-five years.
Gulati’s latest book, Deep Purpose: The Heart and Soul of High-Performance Companies, shows how companies can embed purpose much more deeply than they currently do, delivering impressive performance benefits that reward customers, suppliers, employees, shareholders, and communities alike.
In this conversation with Dan Pontefract, they discuss key concepts from the bo...
2022-06-1235 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractFrom Law To Purpose - Why Eloise Skinner Shifted Her Career Entirely And What She Has LearnedEloise Skinner is an author, teacher, therapist, and the founder of two educational businesses: The Purpose Workshop and One Typical Day.
Eloise was born in East London, studied at Cambridge and trained at Oxford. She started out in corporate law, spent a year training in a monastery community(!) and now focuses on education, social impact and integration by living with intention, integrity and purpose
Eloise sits on the youth board of the UK’s national social mobility charity, and is an Enterprise Advisor for the Mayor of London’s education & careers strategy.
Dan Pontefract sits down with Eloise to discuss not...
2022-06-0326 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractGeoff Josey - Taking a One-Year Sabbatical to Find Purpose & Travel the WorldWith over 27 years’ experience in the advertising, marketing and print industry, Geoff Josey is an overachiever. He has been an account executive, entrepreneur, sales manager, director and business development manager in various organizations, possessing a strong print/digital advertising media skillset.
But Geoff recently had an epiphany. He desired more purpose in his life.
Geoff set sail in early January 2022, taking a one-year professional sabbatical, to find more meaning and purpose in his life. He is literally travelling the world to do so.
As his mom said to him three years ago before passing, “Geoffrey no one ever wishes on thei...
2022-06-0220 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractAre We Unhappy Because Of Technology? In Conversation With Dr. Kostadin KushlevThe general state of society’s unhappiness appears to be growing, and there seems to be no end in sight. One question that continues to cause alarm is whether technology—and the use of smartphones in particular—is the cause of such mounting unhappiness.
Dr. Kostadin Kushlev, an Assistant Professor and Researcher at Georgetown University, investigates how constant connectivity affects societal’s health and well-being. He is the Principle Investigator of the Digital Health and Happiness Lab, aka the Happy Tech Lab.
In this conversation with Dan Pontefract, Kushlev discusses the pros and cons of technology, connectivity, and always being on when...
2022-05-1932 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractDr. Karl Moore and the Nuances of Generational LeadershipAs a professor at the McGill University Desautels Faculty of Management and for +25 years as a Fellow and an Associate Fellow at Green Templeton College, Oxford University, Dr. Karl Moore spends a lot of time interacting with the current and future leaders of our world...CEOs and millennials/Zs.
Starting with his Ph.D. Karl has studied CEOs and how they lead and develop strategies. At McGill, he teaches an MBA course, CEO Insights, where 31 CEOs come to join the class for an hour each Fall. This class has also been turned into an hour-long radio show across Canada. The...
2022-05-1727 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractCéline Schillinger - Do You Dare to Un-Lead?A leadership thinker and practitioner, Céline Schillinger has been recognized multiple times for her innovative engagement initiatives in the corporate world. After a plentiful business career across several continents, Céline now runs her own consultancy, We Need Social and is the author of her first book, "Dare to Un-Lead: The Art of Relational Leadership in a Fragmented World."
Céline helps organizations and leaders create value through Engagement Leadership: the active mobilization of internal and external stakeholders, at the interplay of technology, management research and living systems thinking.
In this Leadership NOW discussion with Dan Pontefract, Céline and...
2022-05-0131 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractAndrew Barnes, co-Founder and CEO of Go1.comAndrew Barnes is the co-founder and CEO of GO1.com, one of the world's largest onboarding, compliance, and professional development platforms.
He is a Rhodes Scholar, has a Masters in Science and Education from Oxford University, and a PhD in Business Strategy from Queensland University.
Go1 is a fascinating company, one that allows companies to upscale their workforce with on-demand training and a dynamic content-driven platform connecting to systems such as Microsoft Teams, Salesforce, Slack, etc.
In this conversation Dan Pontefract discusses with Andrew the state of organizational learning and why companies are choosing Go1. Think of Go1 as a...
2022-04-2321 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractSasha Seymore - Co-Founder and COO of Learn to WinSasha Seymore is the co-founder and COO of Learn to Win, a software platform that unlocks "Last Mile Learning" for organizations.
What is Last Mile Learning? It's the critical operational knowledge unique to every team. Last Mile training drives 80% of job performance, but it's unique to every org and can't be bought off-the-shelf. It lives in your experts' heads. It's taught informally - if at all.
Learn to Win's platform makes it fast and simple for anyone to build a lesson. Their mobile-first platform delivers learning in bite-size chunks that become easy to consume in the flow of work.
The...
2022-04-2327 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractDaniel H. Pink and the Nonsense of Having "No Regrets"“No regrets.” You’ve heard people proclaim it as a philosophy of life.
That’s nonsense, even dangerous, says Daniel H. Pink in his latest book, "The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward."
Pink sits down with the other "dp," (Dan Pontefract) and they get into a rollicking conversation on the topic of regret.
Pink discusses his research including American attitudes about regret as well as his own World Regret Survey—which has collected regrets from more than 16,000 people in 105 countries—where he identifies the four core regrets that most people have.
Pink discusses the four regrets arguing they...
2022-04-1126 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractAltria Vice-President of Communications Megan WitherspoonMegan Witherspoon serves as Vice President, Communications for Altria. She leads communications and engagement strategies across multiple audiences on behalf of the Altria family of companies in this role.
In her 17 years at Altria, she has held roles across a range of functions: corporate responsibility and community relations; strategy and business development; investor relations; marketing; and, of course, as part of her current executive role, corporate communications.
Witherspoon's take on the current state of corporate culture is one to appreciate. In this conversation with Dan Pontefract, Witherspoon holds no punches with her take on culture, purpose, flexible work, and what...
2022-04-0922 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractMcDonald's Managing Director Dan CampHave you ever thought was it was like to work in a single organization for 30+ years? Have you ever considered how cool it might be and what career development greatness might come of it?
Dan Camp has. Since 1988, Dan has worked at McDonald's in a number of roles including his latest, managing director of McDonald's for the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
In this engaging and full-of-career-goodness discussion between Dan Pontefract and Dan Camp, learn about Camp's time at Hamburger University, how he got his start, and what he's learned from a leadership perspective working across multiple different roles in multiple...
2022-04-0730 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractRoyal Mail Letter Carrier Phil GoddardHave you ever considered changing careers altogether? Have you ever thought about making a 180-degree workplace turn? Have you ever shifted from being a longstanding sales account executive in telecom to becoming a Royal Mail Letter Carrier in England?
Phil Goddard has. Phil Goddard did. Phil Goddard now is.
Cambridge, UK-based Phil Goddard is one of those rare examples in life. He stared down a role he was unhappy with and decided to shift his thinking.
Check out this enlightening discussion between Dan Pontefract and Phil Goddard as the latter discusses his 25+ year career in telecom and why he shifted...
2022-03-2325 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractManagement Thinker Extraordinaire Henry MintzbergHenry Mintzberg is a writer and educator, mostly about managing originations, developing managers, and rebalancing societies but he is also an outdoorsman and collector of beaver sculptures.
He has authored 20 books, including Managers not MBAs, Simply Managing, and Rebalancing Society.
He has been elected to the Order of Canada and l’Ordre national du Quebec as well as to the Royal Society of Canada and has received twenty-one honorary degrees from universities around the world. He’s also a Hall of Fame member on the Thinkers50.
Henry sits down with Dan Pontefract to discuss an array of topics including Russia, Puti...
2022-03-1139 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractRedesigning Work with Lynda GrattonProfessor Lynda Gratton is a global thought-leader on the future of work. Based on thirty years of research into the technological, demographic, cultural and societal trends that are shaping work, and building on what we learnt through our experiences of the global pandemic, Lynda joins Dan Pontefract to discuss her new book, "Redesigning Work: How to Transform Your Organization and Make Hybrid Work for Everyone."
In this episode, Lynda discusses her four-step process for hybrid work which includes:
Understand the challenges your business is facing
Reimagine creative, new approaches and processes
Model and Test these within your organization
Act and...
2022-02-1728 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Joy of Work with Bruce DaisleyBruce Daisley is a best-selling author and technology leader from the UK. He has become regarded as one of the most respected thought leaders on the subject of workplace culture and the future of work. He spent 12 years running Twitter in Europe and previously YouTube in the UK.
In this episode, Bruce chats with Dan Pontefract about various aspects of work; what's going right, what's going wrong, his views on purpose, employee experience, customer service, and just what to expect in a post-pandemic hybrid work environment.
It's an enlightening conversation, one you won't want to miss.
Bruce's book on improving...
2022-02-1233 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractThe Success Factor with Dr. Ruth GotianDr. Ruth Gotian, social scientist and chief learning officer and assistant professor of education in anesthesiology at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York City, joins Dan Pontefract to discuss her new book, "The Success Factor: Developing the Mindset and Skillset for Peak Performance."
In this episode, Ruth chats about the secret sauce of high performers and achievers - something she discovered after spending years researching various successful people in multiple different industries.
2022-02-0321 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractMuhammad Lila, founder and CEO of GoodableThe founder and CEO of Goodable, Muhammad Lila, joins Dan Pontefract to discuss how Goodable became the "good news" news outlet.
In this episode, Muhammad discusses his war zone news correspondent days and how they gave birth to the idea of Goodable. Muhammad also gets into the purpose of Goodable and how it aims to shake up the news industry itself.
2022-01-2422 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractWorkplace Toxins with Dr. Liane DaveyThe co-founder of 3Coze and best-selling author, Dr. Liane Davey, joins Dan Pontefract to discuss toxins in the workplace.
In this episode, Liane outlines five key workplace toxins and provides wonderful insights on how they can affect your overall happiness and performance. The toxins are:
• Toxic policies & processes (e.g. scheduling, decision-making, compensation, etc.)
• Toxic culture (the norms – how we as a collective at work behave)
• Toxic bosses and leaders (those who support the team member)
• Toxic co-workers (peers)
• Toxic customers (the firm’s clients)
2022-01-2229 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractWall Street Journal Best-Selling Author Dorie Clark Discusses "The Long Game"Wall Street Journal best-selling author, Dorie Clark, joins Dan Pontefract to discuss her new book, "The Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term World."
In this podcast, Dorie discusses some clever strategies to not only help you think about your thinking, but she provides some techniques you can implement today.
2022-01-1619 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractCirque Du Soleil CEO Daniel LamarreThe CEO of Cirque du Soleil, Daniel Lamarre, joins Dan Pontefract to discuss life at the company as well as his new book, "Balancing Acts: Unleashing the Power of Creativity in Your Work and Life."
In this episode, Daniel reveals his thoughts on the importance of gathering creative ideas from employees, diversity, vulnerability, trust, the Beatles, and how the company came back after losing $1 billion overnight once the pandemic hit.
2022-01-1321 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractHow To Begin with Michael Bungay StanierThe founder of Box of Crayons and best-selling author, Michael Bungay Stanier, joins Dan Pontefract to discuss his new book, "How To Begin: Start Doing Something That Matters."
In this podcast, Michael not only chats about the book (and some really cool insights into his 9-step goal-setting and completing process) but he gives some free coaching advice to me, Dan Pontefract. Check it out.
2022-01-1028 min
Leadership NOW with Dan PontefractHow Do You Want To Be Known When You Leave The Room?In this episode, Dan Pontefract discusses the important question of "How Do You Want To Be Known When You Leave The Room?" with insights about Tiger Woods, Qantas Airlines, Boeing and Wells Fargo. Lead. Care. Win, provides insights, thoughts, stories and truth bombs concerning the state of leadership in today's organizations.
2019-04-2019 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractHelping Others In Times Of NeedIn this episode, Dan Pontefract talks about intentional disposition, and how we need to be intentional when we help others. Stories about NBA coach Doc Rivers, Jesse Owens and the first female to run the Boston Marathon make an appearance. Lead. Care. Win., provides insights, thoughts, stories and truth bombs concerning the state of leadership in today's organizations.
2019-02-2616 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractWhat's The Definition Of Love As A Leader?In this episode, Dan Pontefract shares his definition of love, as it relates to being a leader; a leader of self and of others. The story of Jesse (the Westin Hotel server) is used as the backdrop. The Lead. Care. Win. podcast provides insights, thoughts, stories and truth bombs concerning the state of leadership in today's organizations.
2019-02-1413 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractAre You Empathetic? Shame On You If Not.In this episode, Dan Pontefract highlights the critical importance of empathy with stories about The Giving Tree, Christmas Truce 1914, and the three different types of empathy. Lead. Care. Win., provides insights, thoughts, stories and truth bombs concerning the state of leadership in today's organizations.
2019-02-0225 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractTime After Time: The Importance Of TimeIn this episode, Dan Pontefract discusses the critical importance of time. Are you in control of your time? What is the relationship between time and being a love-based leader? Find out. Lead. Care. Win., provides insights, thoughts, stories and truth bombs concerning the state of leadership in today's organizations.
2019-01-2517 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractAre You Recognizing Your People?In this episode, Dan Pontefract highlights the importance of recognition. 87 percent of employee recognition focuses on tenure-based awards. (e.g. you get a 10-year plaque or watch.) That's just wrong. Find out how you can recognize peers and employees far better. Lead. Care. Win., provides insights, thoughts, stories and truth bombs concerning the state of leadership in today's organizations.
2019-01-2120 minLeadership NOW with Dan PontefractExecutive Assistants Are The Epitome Of ClassIn this episode, Dan Pontefract highlights the incredible support, savviness, and abilities of the executive assistant. Lead. Care. Win., provides insights, thoughts, stories and truth bombs concerning the state of leadership in today's organizations.
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