The Courageous Leaders Podcast

In this episode, I speak with Victoria Day, MD at Ogilvy. Join us whilst we discuss how we as leaders need to stop accepting bad behaviour from talented people and the importance of always treating the junior team members with respect and kindness. We also delve into the topic of vulnerability and how showing vulnerability as a leader creates a safe place for other people to be vulnerable and trul...

In this episode, I speak with Efrain Ayala, Global Creativity and Diversity & Inclusion Director, Marketing at Reckitt. Join us while we discuss embracing your authentic self in the workplace, no matter how long that takes, and how truly empowering it can be. Efrain also delves into the clarity of vision needed to be a change agent and why the key to influencing change is to find out the game...

In this episode, I speak with Jessica Tamsedge, UK CEO, Dentsu Creative. Join us as we discuss the courage it takes to bring your people with you, even when you don’t know all of the answers and having faith and trust in yourself and your team that you will find the way together. She also touches on the importance of transparency when you are leading large teams with different cultures and backgro...

In this episode, I speak with Jonny Spindler, MD at Jones Knowles Ritchie. Join us as we discuss the maverick waves of leadership and the energy and focus required to ride those waves while trying to support others on your team. We also dive into motivation and the curiosity and drive to want to be in the right room where important conversations are happening for continued growth as a leader. Key...

In this episode, I speak with Nazia Du Bois, Global Head of Rare with Google. Join us as we discuss how as leaders, our truth is our power and sometimes we need to stand up for that, even if it is uncomfortable. Nazia shares why the role of the truth teller is about having a really clear perspective on yourself and what’s best for your team. We also discuss the effects of perfectionist culture and...

In this episode, I speak with Lucas Bergmans, former CMO of Cazoo. Join us as Lucas shares his thoughts on how keeping your vision and values at the front of everything you do will help retain the culture of your team during periods of rapid growth. Lucas also explores why embracing imposter syndrome instead of running from it can help you grow as an individual and leader. Key takeaways include: H...

In this week’s episode, I speak to Rebecca Bezzina, CEO, EMEA at R/GA. Join us as we explore the authenticity needed in leadership and the non-negotiables that allow Rebecca to show up 100% as a leader for her team. Rebecca also shares her unique view on why she is the one working for her team, not the other way around. She believes that to be successful, you have to create environments where peop...

In this week’s episode, I speak to Jamie Elliot, CEO at The Gate. Join us for a fascinating conversation around how he approaches leadership and why as leaders, we have to find the courage to stand by what we believe, even when everyone else around us may be on a different page. Jamie also shares his insights into what it is like to make the transition from having control as the manager and lettin...

Introducing Series 9 of The Courageous Leaders Club!   Get ready to be inspired by an incredible lineup of guests, including: Jamie Elliott - CEO, The Gate Rebecca Bezzina - CEO, EMEA, R/GA Lucas Bergmans - former CMO, Cazoo Victoria Day - MD, Ogilvy Jonny Spindler - MD, Jones Knowles Ritchie Jessica Tamsedge - UK CEO, Dentsu Creative Efrain Ayala - Global Creativity and Diversity & Inclusion...

In this week’s episode I speak to Bee Adamic - CEO of Liberty Music PR. Join us whilst we talk about Bee’s journey through leadership. From overcoming shyness to delivering a TED talk and starting her own business, Bee's story is inspiring.  She also discusses the importance of celebrating motherhood and following your passion. Key takeaways include: the importance of stepping outside of your...

In this week’s episode I speak to Guy Bradbury, Creative Partner at M&C Saatchi. Join us whilst we talk about what happens when success becomes addictive, to the point it takes away happiness. Guy also shares his thoughts about why we need to stop making such quick judgment calls on people and give them the support they need to succeed. Key takeaways include: Finding enough energy for your wor...

In this week’s episode I speak to Christiana Coker, Group Head of People at DDB U.K. Join us whilst we talk about the cultural bias that exists around job titles, and why it needs to change. Christiana also shares her thoughts about inclusion and psychological safety in the workplace, which are so insightful. Key takeaways include: The importance of speaking up when you don’t understand something...

In this week’s episode I speak to Anthony Purkiss, Co-Founder and Director of Make, a digital and creative agency, based in Farringdon. Join us whilst we talk about using EDISC to understand the team and the power of being an early adopter and how that enables success. Anthony also shares his thoughts about whether naivety is a form of bravery and courage and the frustration of wanting to speak up...

In this week’s episode I speak to Charlie Shrager, Founder and Director of Shrager Creative. Join us whilst we talk about the power of self belief and why it’s important to know what you want, set goals and be driven to achieve them. Charlie has had a life changing year, and in this episode she courageously shares her learnings from being diagnosed with cancer and how being a single mum inspired a...

In this week’s episode I speak to Clive Armitage, CEO, Agent3. Join us whilst we talk about why you need to let go of your ego and having the drive to maximise potential. Clive also shares some simple yet powerful advice about how to elevate your team's thinking. Key takeaways include: When the goal is growth for all, because through that, everyone wins How to keep battling the challenges of...

In this week’s episode I speak to Lori Meakin, Author of ‘No More Menemies’ and Co Founder of Joint. This is one of our most powerful episodes to date, and not to be missed. Lori is so inspirational, and we cannot wait to have her as a speaker at our Courageous Leaders LIVE: 2023 event on the 11th May. In the meantime, you can join us for this amazing episode, where we talk about the systemic issu...

In this week’s episode I speak to Sam Hawkey, CEO at AMV BBDO. Join us whilst we talk about how reaching the top can also result in experiencing profound professional loneliness and the advice that Sam would give to anyone else in the same situation. Sam also shares his thoughts about how to create a culture that embraces challenge, pace and disruption, whilst maintaining a nice place to work and...

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In this week’s episode I speak to Scott Ewings, Chief Experience Officer, Digital Experience @TPXimpact.  Join us whilst we talk about the value of coaching in resilience. We'll discuss the need for investing in this kind of support - so not only executives but leaders on all levels can have access to coaching. Scott also kindly shares his experiences of the health scare it took for him to re...

In this week’s episode I speak to Nicole Yershon, Founder and CEO of the NY Collective. Join us whilst we talk about having the courage to ask ‘why’ as a leader, so that you can find the truth and understand what’s needed. Nicole also shares her experience on how she created money for a project that had no budget, and how she did it! Key takeaways include: Why you must take responsibility Creating...

In this week’s episode I speak to Tony Michaelides, Music Industry Executive. Throughout this episode he shares so many wonderful stories and experiences, including one about how he stood up to Simon Cowell, and it’s a must listen! Key takeaways include: ● How to deal with complacency ● The importance of persistence ● The importance of self belief Michaelides spent years specialising in the launch...

In this week’s episode I speak to Regan Warner, Global Creative Director at Ogilvy UK. Join us whilst we talk about leadership versus creative leadership, what makes them different, and whether everyone can be a creative. Regan also shares how she learned to balance her ego with confidence, to avoid alienating the people around her. Key takeaways include: ● Allowing people to be your mirror ● Embr...

In this week’s episode I speak to Jude Gay, Executive Creative Director at Hugo & Cat. Join us whilst we talk about the four key elements for building trust as a new leader with your team and why you need to get out of the weeds, so that you can see the bigger picture. Jude also shares his thoughts about how to cut your creative stress and how you can build up resilience to handle feedback as...

In this week’s episode I speak to Lianre Robinson, CEO at Codec. Join us whilst we talk about the key things you need to set you up to have an honest conversation and why there isn’t only one way to get to your goal. Lianre also shares her thoughts about what it’s like to become a CEO and the importance of having a support network. Key takeaways include: ● Why we must have honest conversations ● C...

In this week’s episode, I speak to Alex Lubar, Global President and Chief Operating Officer at DDB Worldwide. Join us whilst we talk all about how to nurture and retain the talent in your team. Being able to do this well is such a challenge right now and Alex’s knowledge and experience offer so much valuable insight on how to get it right. Key takeaways include: ● 2 core strategies to nurture and...