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Executive Edge PodcastRethinking Leadership in the Age of AIIn this episode of Executive Edge, Simon Rycraft sits down with James Root, Senior Partner at Bain & Company and author of The Archetype Effect, for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of leadership, talent, and human motivation in an AI-accelerated world.
Drawing on decades of global consulting experience, James breaks down the legacy assumptions leaders must shed, why organizations routinely misjudge the impact of new technologies on jobs, and what it really takes to motivate today’s diverse workforce. He highlights the rising anxiety inside companies, the rapid pace of change driven by AI, and why leaders mu...
2025-12-0230 minExecutive Edge PodcastBeyond the Hype: How Leaders Can Ethically Navigate the AI EraIn this episode of Executive Edge, host Simon Rycraft sits down with Dr. Jill Goldenziel—CEO of Goldenziel Strategy, international law scholar, and advisor on leadership and geopolitical risk—to unpack what AI means for leaders today. From the dazzling potential of artificial intelligence to the growing complexity of disinformation, Jill explores why the future of leadership depends on doubling down on distinctly human skills: trust, ethics, creativity, and critical thinking.
She shares lessons from her work with the U.S. military and global policymakers, explains how scenario planning can help executives navigate emerging risks, and offers a pr...
2025-10-2929 minExecutive Edge PodcastYour Human Edge: Why Creativity Outruns AIIn this episode of Executive Edge, Simon Rycraft sits down with Angus Fletcher, professor of story science at Ohio State’s Project Narrative and author of Wonderworks, Story Thinking, and Primal Intelligence. With a background spanning neuroscience, literature, and creativity research, Angus unpacks the difference between human and artificial intelligence and why our true edge lies not in data or computation, but in imagination and leadership.
Together, they explore why creativity is in decline, how schools and workplaces inadvertently suppress original thinking, and why computers, no matter how advanced, can’t replicate the uniquely human ability to inno...
2025-10-0734 minExecutive Edge PodcastBridge the Gap: Show Your Brilliance Through Better CommunicationOn this episode of Executive Edge, Simon Rycraft sits down with Simon Hall, former BBC correspondent turned Cambridge lecturer, communication coach, and author of more than 20 books. Hall shares how a rebellious teenager inspired by a hippie English teacher grew into a master of storytelling, and why clarity, brevity, and authenticity are the secret weapons of every great leader.
From coaching executives to ditch the jargon to the gripping true story of Charles Darwin’s missing and mysteriously returned notebooks, Hall brings sharp insights, humor, and memorable lessons on how to make your words truly land. If yo...
2025-08-2623 minExecutive Edge PodcastMastering Contract Redlining: Insights from a Legal Innovator (Executive Edge)In this episode of Executive Edge, host Simon Rycraft welcomes Nada Alnajafi, an esteemed attorney and founder of Contract Nerds, to explore the intricacies of contract redlining. Nada shares her expertise on how the right redlining etiquette can streamline contract negotiations and enhance clarity and collaboration among parties.
Listeners will gain insights into Nada's journey of building a thriving global community dedicated to smarter contracting practices and learn about the 10 foundational steps outlined in her best-selling book, Contract Redlining Etiquette. The discussion covers the evolution of redlining practices, the impact of AI on legal processes, and the...
2025-07-2925 minExecutive Edge PodcastNavigating Tariff Challenges in Supply Chain: Insights from Kevin Petrie (Executive Edge)In this episode of Executive Edge, host Simon Rycraft talks with Kevin Petrie, former Chief Procurement Officer at Nestlé and a seasoned expert in supply chain management. Kevin shares insights from his global career, starting as a coffee trader and rising to lead procurement and supply chain operations at one of the world’s largest CPG companies. He discusses navigating tariffs, managing risk in complex supply chains, and turning challenges into growth opportunities. Tune in to learn how strategic thinking and strong leadership can drive success in today’s unpredictable global market.
2025-07-0927 min
Negotiations Ninja PodcastOvercoming Information Asymmetry in Negotiation, Throwback with Simon Rycraft, Ep #408Information asymmetry occurs when one side has more information than the other. In any negotiation, each side has more knowledge than the other in specific areas. It’s your job to ask the right questions to fill in the gaps and level the playing field. Simon Rycraft shares what else you need to do to overcome information asymmetry in this throwback episode of Negotiations Ninja!
2023-11-0230 minNegotiations Ninja PodcastTactics to Get What You Want (Throwback with Simon Rycraft)How do you get what you want in a negotiation? How do you be more persuasive? Simon Rycraft wrote “Negotiation Hacks: Expert Tactics To Get What You Want,” to lay out the strategies, skills, and approaches needed to get what you want. In this throwback episode of Negotiations Ninja, Simon covers some of the tactics he lays out in his book and how to make them work for you. Check it out!
2023-04-2026 min
Shane Ray ShowNegotiation Hacks: Strategies for Persuasive Communication with Simon RycraftOn this episode of Deal Talk featuring Simon Rycraft, best-selling author of "Negotiation Hacks" you will learn practical strategies for presenting arguments and leveraging persuasive language to influence others.You will also have a better understanding of how to communicate effectively in negotiations, build stronger relationships with clients and partners, and achieve greater success in business.
2023-04-1749 minNegotiations Ninja PodcastEmploy Empathy in the Face of Aggression with Simon Rycraft, Ep #303Empathy in the face of aggression is an important trait to master. If you allow yourself to lose control of your emotions in a negotiation—it’s not only far from constructive—but can also cause you to lose the deal. How does empathy allow you to overcome negative emotions? What does true empathy consist of? Simon Rycraft shares his expert opinion in this episode of Negotiations Ninja. Outline of This Episode [2:14] Learn all about Simon Rycraft [3:28] The importance of empathy in a negotiation [10:11] A conversation about information asymmetry [15:35] How failure is critical to learning [25:30] Learn about S...
2022-08-1630 minNegotiations Ninja PodcastSimon Rycraft’s Negotiation HacksIn his book, “Negotiation Hacks: Expert Tactics To Get What You Want,” Simon Rycraft explains six proven hacks he’s used throughout his career that anyone can learn. In this episode of Negotiations Ninja, we talk about some of the hacks in his book, including what’s required to be persuasive, different negotiating styles, and even why “the power of attraction” can be important to the outcome of a negotiation. Don’t miss it! Outline of This Episode [5:00] What’s required to be a persuasive person? [8:44] How to integrate emotion into the conversation [13:51] The leveraging of emotion in a neg...
2021-07-0528 min