Vanessa Hodges | Barking Mad Creative

The Evolution of Leadership Podcast with Dr Ruth Simpson

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In this podcast, Vanessa Hodges and Dr. Ruth Simpson explore the evolution of leadership, emphasizing the shift from traditional heroic leadership to a more collective approach. Dr. Simpson shares insights from her extensive research and coaching experience, highlighting the importance of emotional intelligence, collective intelligence, and the need for leaders to adapt to complex challenges. The conversation delves into the necessity of creating safe environments for team members to express themselves and the distinction between individual leaders and the broader concept of leadership.

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Vanessa Hodges | Barking Mad Creative

Category

Business

Latest episode

Oct 20, 2025

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Episodes

Episode 5 - Adapting to Change 20.10.2025

In Episode 5 of the Evolution of Leadership podcast, Dr. Ruth Simpson delves into the complexities of adapting to change. She explores the emotional and psychological aspects ofchange, discussing how individuals and leaders can navigate transitions effectively. Dr. Simpson emphasizes the importance of resilience,understanding emotional responses, and the role of empathy in leadership. Through this...

Episode 6 - A Final Reflection: Developing the Capacity to Lead 17.10.2025

In this final episode of the series on The Evolution of Leadership Podcast, Dr. Ruth Simpson and Vanessa Hodges explore the complexities of leadership, the personal experiences that shape leaders, and the importance of empathy and safe spaces in fostering effective leadership. They discuss thechallenges faced by senior leaders, the role of coaching in development, and the need for a shift in how l...

Episode 5 - Adapting to Change 16.10.2025

In Episode 5 of the Evolution of Leadership podcast, Dr. Ruth Simpson delves into the complexities of adapting to change. She explores the emotional and psychological aspects of change, discussing how individuals and leaders can navigate transitions effectively. Dr. Simpson emphasizes the importance of resilience, understanding emotional responses, and the role of empathy in leadership. Through th...

Episode 4 - Group Coaching 03.10.2025

In this episode, Ruth and Vanessa explore the emerging benefits of group coaching. While research on group coaching is still limited compared to the extensive studies on 1-1 coaching, Ruth's initial findings show the advantages of collective growth which can facilitate diverse perspectives and create a sense of community among the participants. The conversation highlights the potential of group co...

Episode 3 - Collective Intelligence 29.09.2025

In Episode 3, Vanessa Hodges and Dr. Ruth Simpson explore the concept of Collective Intelligence , discussing how embracing diversity of perspectives and experiencescan combine strengths to tackle business challenges together. During the discussion, they highlight the importance of empathy, communication, and collaboration in creating thriving workspaces. Connect with Ruth: LinkedIn: https://www.l...

Episode 2 - Why 1 in 3 Leaders Fail 11.09.2025

Half of all new leaders don’t make it past the two-yearmark. Why? In this episode, Dr. Ruth Simpson breaks down the real reasons so many leaders struggle when stepping into a new role and what you can do differently. From hidden pressures to the most common mistakes, we’llexplore how to survive those make-or-break early years and set yourself up for long-term success. If you’re stepping into leade...

Episode 1 - How Leadership is Evolving 11.09.2025

In this opening episode of The Evolution of Leadership ,host Vanessa Hodges is joined by Dr. Ruth Simpson to explore the foundations of her PhD research and the insights that inspired this series. Together, they unpack how leadership is evolving, why behavioural change is critical, and what it means for leaders navigating today’s world. This conversation sets the stage for the episodes to come, in...

Introducing Dr Ruth Simpson 10.09.2025

We’re excited to introduce Dr Ruth Simpson, a seasoned Executive Coach with over 20 years of experience in developing leaders. Listen to how Ruth's passion for understanding what trulydrives effective leadership led her to complete a PhD. She also offers insights into how leadership is evolving andwhat it takes to foster strong, future-ready leaders for a thriving society. Connect with Ruth: L...

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