The Interim

Welcome to the series finale of The Interim . We find ourselves in a unique moment in history—suspended between the traditional workflows of the past and a sci-fi future driven by Artificial Intelligence. To help us navigate this transition, Duncan Stott sits down with futurist and strategic advisor Alfred Bieler. With a pedigree that includes leading innovation at Google and Microsoft, Alfred arg...

What does the AI revolution mean for Interims? In this episode, we sit down with Mandie Beitner, an experienced AI and transformation leader sharing the fascinating details of defining an AI strategy and implementing AI at scale—a challenge few have tackled. If you're an interim, a transformation leader, or just trying to navigate the rapid evolution of AI in business, this conversation is pa...

What do you do when a successful, long-term career comes to an unexpected end? For Malcolm Lambeau, a former CIO and Managing Director at major British banks, it was an opportunity to hit the reset button. Fifteen years ago, a redundancy became the catalyst for a radical career change—one that led him from the corporate ladder to the dynamic world of interim and portfolio work. In this candid conv...

This episode is a personal account of Alex Clixby, a former British Army officer who has become a civilian Interim CIO. Alex shares how his military training prepared him for leadership in civilian life and the unique challenges of fractional interims managing multiple clients at once.  Alex also delves into deeper and personal challenges that put all these things into perspective. Alex is a fract...

In today's busy and noisy world how do you stand-out and get noticed for who you are, what you can do? In this episode, I sit down with headhunter Nick Diprose to discuss a profoundly simple yet often overlooked strategy: authenticity . Join us as Nick explains why your CV is just the beginning and how building a genuine, personal brand can transform your career, allowing you to connect with...

In this inspiring episode, we chat with Tim Mattos, who recently made the courageous leap from a 14-year career as an IT Director at Aldi to the dynamic world of interim leadership. Discover what it takes to transition from a long-term successful permanent role to a flexible, high-impact interim career, and how embracing uncertainty can lead to incredible personal and professional growth. Tim&apos...

What if we told you that one of your greatest assets isn't just your skills, but your confidence ? Join us as we sit down with Lauren Curry a global voice on confidence as a tool for personal transformation.  This episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to amplify their impact, especially those navigating the unique challenges of interim roles. Lauren will share actionable strategi...

Today we’re focusing on career longevity, and talking with an interim with an incredible track record of over 20 assignments in the UK and Australia.  Lynn Thomas talks about resilience, energy, adapting, and resilience. If you're curious about a career that offers constant challenge, huge diversity and variety, and the flexibility to align with your life, this episode is going to be very int...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to parachute into a company on the other side of the world and turn it around? Imagine navigating entirely new cultures, building trust from scratch, and making critical decisions far from home. In this episode, we're joined by Jonathan Selby, a international interim manager with two decades of experience, from the bustling factories of China to the nuance...

Today, we're talking to an interim who’s got 18 years of Interim experience and, now in his late 60s, has got wisdom and experience for us all to enjoy.  We are going to debunk some myths and misconceptions about the interim lifestyle, and reveal a fundamental secret of getting assignments. Get ready to challenge your assumptions and discover what truly drives purpose in the dynamic world of...

This podcast talks about a top priority for every interim.  Are you clear what your distinct value proposition is, your professional product is, what you can do for a client?  It’s what you do really well and there are people out there who need it.  You know it, recruiters know it and clients hear about it too.  That’s your superpower and it’s the way to find work as an interim. I am very pleased...

What are the 7 habits of highly effective interims?  Today, we're diving deep into the very DNA of what makes an interim truly effective.   We're talking about the unspoken, the invaluable, those habits that truly set apart the highly effective among us. I am very pleased today to be in conversation with Ben Cowan.  Ben is Head of Practice for Business Transformation at Eton Bridge and h...

Are you an interim professional looking to not just survive, but thrive? Join us as we sit down with a very experienced interim sharing his journey from PwC partner into Interim, giving advice about building a successful interim career, prioritizing well-being, and embracing the evolving landscape of fractional.  This episode is about the secrets to sustained success! Mark Lockton is the founder a...

Are you sure you’re charging your correct day rate?  As an interim executive, setting your day rate can feel like navigating a minefield.  It’s difficult to know.  Head-hunters, client expectations, and the big question, 'What am I actually worth?'  Join us as we pull back the curtain on interim pricing. We’ll talk about how to respond, when to respond and what your response says. I am v...

Fractional Interim work. You've heard the buzz, but what exactly is it and how could you be part of this growing trend?  Today I sit down with an expert practitioner, a leading voice in the fractional space, to get the definitive answer. We define the model and discuss secrets of success, listen in. Today, I'm really pleased to be in conversation with Adrian Wakefield. Adrian Wakefield i...

If you are contemplating your career you may be thinking of working with a coach.  Coaches play a vital role - they are  facilitators, guides, and sounding boards.  Their questioning helps the exploration process, enabling self-discovery and ultimately helping people find clarity, confidence, and direction in their professional lives. Today, I'm really pleased to be in conversation with David...

Join us exploring the increasing trend from traditional careers to flexible, portfolio-based work.  We look into the motivations driving executives towards this dynamic new career, and uncover the practical steps individuals need to thrive make it a success. I'm in conversation with Caroline McAuliffe.  Caroline is a Senior Partner in Interim Search for Watermark in Sydney.  She’s the co-auth...

Today, we talk about financial planning for Interims - how can we handle the fluctuating incomes and the risks that come with our independence.  We are joined by a financial advisor who will give us a financial health check.  He will guide us through how interims need to manage their finances, from budgeting to insurance, and offer invaluable practical advice. Dominic Brockes has 26 years of finan...

Ever wondered what possible career reinventions you could make?  This week we talk with Haydn Mursell, who has reinvented himself from being a FTSE CEO to a portfolio chairman of multiple private equity companies.  He shares his reflections, the key questions you should ask yourself if you'd like to go portfolio, and practical tips for making a successful transition. Whether you're consi...

Imagine having a career that is shaped by your own personal purpose.  It would be a fulfilling career and abundant way of life for you.  This episode explores the journey of building such a career. We interview an Interim who at great cost and effort  has discovered her authentic self, strengths, and sense of purpose.  And she has now designed a portfolio career around that purpose. Would you like...

Interim professionals aren't employees; we're independent contractors, self-employed, freelancers.  We live a mercurial life, dynamic, changeable, unpredictable.  Our permanent colleagues look at our mysterious and independent lives, with a mix of curiosity or envy, knowing that we sort-out our own affairs, we go it alone. What does going-it-alone actually entail? Free "Should I go...

This episode is about how to get your next assignment.  I talk with Cyr Cornberg, a 'headhunter' recruiter and he explains the steps to take to find your way to your next client. For many, getting assignments is the most difficult aspect of being an Interim Professional.  It is complicated, unpredictable and needs determination and resilience.  Let's explore it today. Cyr is Senior...

Is interim leadership different from permanent leadership? When we are parachuted into an organization in turmoil, how do we quickly build trust, develop effective relationships and build a strong team.  This is where exceptional interim leadership is needed. Our guest is an experienced interim executive, has seen it all and is here to share the hard-won lessons to equip you to lead with confidenc...

How do you go about changing from a normal permanent job to a portfolio career where you have several clients, can fit them around your life, and can do the type of work you are really good at. How do you make that change? In this episode, we'll explore the practical steps.  And we’ll hear from someone who did it a year ago, and can remember how it went. Welcome to The Interim.  Our purpose i...

Professor Dirk Buyens works at Vlerick Business School and trains Interims to be better Interims.  He says their intake are a certain type of Interims who know they need to learn, and who enjoy learning.  I guess you, dear listener, are one of them, you want to learn, because you are listening to this podcast. Welcome to The Interim. This podcast will help you build your career as a successful Int...