The BRAVE Leader Podcast

A faux pax by a leading CEO of bank stirs up a controversy about what an inclusive leadership pipeline looks like. In this weeks episode of Leadership Decoded, David McQueen explores the myths and the facts around addressing leadership pipelines in the organisation.  He also sets out his stall for the future of the podcast including releasing weekly episodes so that this a weekly podcast.

In this week's episode of Leadership Decoded David focuses on the power of self talk. How do Positive and Negative Self Talk affect our outcomes and wellbeing?

In this episode of Leadership Decoded gives a four point framework as to how leaders and their staff can discuss and resolve the taboo of talking about race at work. Not an absolute solution but some guidance on how it can be done.

This episode of Leadership Decoded takes a look at Prime Minister Arden of New Zealand. What she has done well as a communicator and what other state, business or community leaders can learn from her.

As the world struggles to figure out how we manage these times, David sees it as an opportunity for leaders to think about how culture will look in the new normal.

In this episode, David looks at some key thoughts to help leaders make better decisions. Focusing on three core themes 1) How do you make decisions in the first place 2) Understanding mental models and how they impact our decisions 3) Addressing cognitive biases when making decisions

Resilience is a team sport in the workplace. While there are some people who may be genetically disposed to handling crises and challenges there are some rules of engagement which allow teams and cultures to be resilient together.

This latest episode has David McQueen interviewing Pip Jamieson about her leadership journey so far, and what's next for her latest venture The Dots aka the Linkedin killer

In this week's episode, David interviews Bianca McLeish, Associate Director at Publicis Media and Founder of Milk & Cookys a UK based homeware brand bringing you the trendiest duvet covers and pillow cases. We dive into her journey of leadership and explore what the future of work looks like. Weblinks Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bianca-mcleish-75a08027/ Milk and Cookys: www.milkandcookys...

In this week's episode, David explores why so many leaders have a coach and what roles they play. Exploring the tools and strategies coaches use to make leaders perform at their best.

Today’s guest is India Martin. In our conversation we have an honest conversation about how brave leadership informs the work she does as an executive coach. We have a very direct conversation about how she sees the leadership landscape and what the future holds in store. This was my first podcast interview for the new series but I thought I would hold it back in light of International Women’s Day...

David sits down with a heavyweight in the leadership space Liam Black. Liam has worked as a CEO of social brands such as FRC Group, Jamie Oliver's Fifteen and was the President of Friends Grameen Bank. Was the co founder of Wavelength Ltd and currently is an advisor for Impact Ventures and Centrica Innovations. A no holds barred honest conversation on BRAVE leadership.

In this episode, David explores what BRAVE Leadership looks like  for him.

In this week's episode we look at how important trust is for leadership. Tackling myths, Building trust and Restoring trust.

In this week's episode of The David McQueen Show, I explore what routes there are for those learning to lead. From startup founders to educators to those being fast tracked into senior leadership.

In this week's episode I explore the contentious subject of culture fit. I look at those who run a mile away from the phrase as well as those who think it doesn't have to be seen only in a ngative light. I conclude with some pointers I think that leaders can use in their organisations to shape culture for recruitment and retention.

In this week's episode,  I explore the power of storytelling at work. Why is it important to know how to tell stories? What stories do we tell? How do we tell these stories? This podcast is an introduction as to the relevance and power of storytelling for leaders. Reference: Putting Stories to Work by Shawn Callahan

In today's podcast, I want to talk about the role of the leader in chairing meetings. Not just to address the equality of voices that need to be heard but ensure that all who do attend no they are part of something worthwhile.  That they are not wasting their time hearing someone drone one and can see value in said meetings. In essence, I want to talk about how not to make your meetings suck.

In this week's episode, I define imposter syndrome, explore how it manifests itself and explores ways we can manage and conquer it.   Feel free to listen, share and comment whether you agree or disagree.

Have you ever avoided difficult conversations? Do you know how to manage those conversations? In this week's episode of The David McQueen show, we explore tools and tips for Handling Difficult Conversations . So grab a drink, a pen and some paper and let's dive in.   Resources: Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most    

In this week's episode we explore the things that keeps leaders up at night and look at solutions on how to handle or at least minimise this from happening

In this week's episode, I explore the loneliness of leadership. Rather than dwell on the obvious I share four methods I believe that can help reduce this feeling of loneliness.

On today's episode I will be exploring the role of mindfulness in good leadership. Exploring both the downsides of it just being a trend and the upside of how meditation can help with decision making and problem solving.   Resources: The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of Meditation by Thich Nhat Hanh Decisive: How to Make Better Choices in Life and Work by Chip and Dan Hea...

In this week's episode we explore value based leadership and what it means to Lead from the Centre.

As a coach, I am often asked if I can come and work with leaders around self-confidence and self-esteem. Helping those in positions of leadership to explore what this actually means to them. In this week’s episode of  The David McQueen Show , I explore what these terms means to me and the clients I work with