The Maverick Paradox Podcast

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Ruth Kudzi about the essential ingredients needed to become a successful coach. They also talk about the need for legacy and commitment to personal development. In a conversation filled with laughter they ponder on the coach's biggest procrastinating tools, the effect of pricing models on the coach's business and the need to drop your facade and embrace you...

Note to listeners: This episode was recorded in January 2020 prior to the coronavirus (COVID-19) being recognised as a pandemic by the World Health Organisation on 11 March 2020. In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Jodi Krangle on the importance of voice during communication. Jodi explains that sound is the quickest way to the brain and that knowledge can be used for business. They also discu...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Pamela Biasca Losada who is a health and emotional empowerment coach. Pamela discusses the need to do the detective work before you can focus on implementing an action plan for change. They discuss how leaders should show up in this uncertain times. Pamela reminds the audience that leaders must practice self care and encourage others to do the same. Judith...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Stanley J Ward about how to identify cognitive distortion, and what to do about it. Mavericks face particular dangers in regard to burnout and they need to guard against this. Socialised Mavericks often fight for others in such a way that it can often become a one way street and cause them to suffer intellectual burnout. The hero leader concept is not susta...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Tyler McCune about how to sell the relationship not the product. This provides a  better likelihood for success.  Tyler believes in the daily email as a method of connecting with your prospects. The more contact you have with your list the more likely they will turn to you when you need something. Contact can include other things than an email - the goal is...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Julian Hayes II about the need to slow down to speed up - and why it's time to understand how epigenetics can make the difference. Julian explains that your genetic code is like the hardware of a computer. The things that you input into your body and mind is the software. Finally epigenetics is the blueprint. There are lots of possibilities just waiting for...

Note to listeners: This episode was recorded in March 2020 just after the coronavirus (COVID-19) was recognised as a pandemic by the World Health Organisation on 11 March 2020, but before most countries had begun lockdown. In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Tiffany Youngren about how to market your podcast properly. They also discuss Tiffany's maverick nature and how you can use a 5 stage le...

Note to listeners: This episode was recorded in September 2019 prior to the coronavirus (COVID-19) being recognised as a pandemic by the World Health Organisation on 11 March 2020. In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Maxwell Ivey who has been called the 'blind blogger'. they have an interesting conversation on how to be free from fear and the authenticity of influencers. Find out how to ask f...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Mindy Gibbins-Klein about real thought leadership. They discuss what a thought leader is and how that leadership is demonstrated. Mindy and Judith examine the four attributes of thought leadership: Reach, Engagement, Authority and Longevity. It's important that you don't just chase the numbers but recognise and respect the intersection between reach and eng...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Socialised Maverick Alex Stables about how you can lead a multi site operation with over a 1000 employees. They discuss the differences between running a single site and a multi one. The things that you must do to make it a success. Alex remarks that many of the places that he has worked, approximately 80% of his budget has been his people. He reminds the l...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Woosh Raza about the uncomfortable conversation that needs to be had by UK employers around #blacklifesmatter and the tragic events of George Floyd et al. They discuss whether diversity is really a philosophy and ponder why HR should have the uncomfortable conversation now.  Judith asks whether the blacklivesmatter movement affects UK employers; and if it d...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Nathan Hirsch about what it is like creating and having a remote culture within your organisation. Nate's first business (which he scaled to a turnover of $ms was set up whilst he was in college. He found that he needed remote workers but could not get the calibre he needed. Nate therefore built his own remote hire platform which ended up with a turnover of...

Note to listeners: This episode was recorded in March 2020 just after the coronavirus (COVID-19) was recognised as a pandemic by the World Health Organisation on 11 March 2020, but before most countries had begun lockdown. In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Yonason Goldson about the price of our personal ethical choices. They also discussed why it's a fallacy that you have to choose between...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Charlene Norman about what is leadership now and how leaders can make a significant difference. They also talk about what stops teams from changing and why the top job suddenly becomes undesirable. Working for a company that strip your soul isn't worth working for. Charlene and Judith ponder on how it feels when the team doesn't need you. They also consider...

Note to listeners: This episode was recorded in February 2020 prior to the coronavirus (COVID-19) being recognised as a pandemic by the World Health Organisation on 11 March 2020. In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Sidar Ok about building a personal roadmap to avoid burnout. They also discuss how to align yourself with your goals.  Judith's websites:  The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaver...

Note to listeners: This episode was recorded on 12 February 2020 prior to the coronavirus (COVID-19) being recognised as a pandemic by the World Health Organisation on 11 March 2020. In this show Judith Germain speaks to Agostino Pintus about what's it like running on fear. Agostino talks about how he felt  he had handed his life to corporate and that he never wanted to do that again. Agostino cho...

This show was recorded in March 2020 prior to the COVID-19 being declared a pandemic by the World Health Organisation. In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Jan Robberts about his belief that leadership is about building relationships. Jan shares his experience of working with the Maxwell organisation and how in 2013 they went to Guatemala (where the average age was 20) to spend 3 days providin...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Harris Rosen who is known as the Hospitality Maverick. Harris founded Rosen Hotels and Resorts in 1974. He is an investor and philanthropist with a big vision. He believes that there is hope through education and has spent millions of dollars in helping his local disadvantaged communities. The passion of his commitment to giving back comes through loud and...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Josuel Rogers about the 4 elements of Hip Hop and how it relates to communication. Josuel has found a way to activate the subconscious mind to enable true communication to take place. They also talk about how mavericks are looking for solutions and possibilities and the need to raise a child to think like a maverick. There is also an overriding need for lea...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Kapil Gupta about the need for humanity in the workplace. He advises that society is becoming increasingly unable to deal with intense emotions and that organisations are suspicious of connection between the workforce. Judith's website is maverickparadox.com , her LinkedIn profile is here , her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here , Facebook here and I...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Mei Phing about Generation Z; how they run their businesses or show up at work. They discuss how Gen Z see themselves as personal brands and how they need to reflect their own truth, whether that's on social media or the workplace. Gen Z require more openness in their discussions and require a personalised form of leadership. Judith and Mei also talk about...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Tiffany Toombs about how to get the new you adapting and thriving in the old environment. Tiffany reminds the listener that self love is more than bubble baths and red wine. Mavericks understand that real self love leads to change and growth. It's important to understand that to create the life that you want, you need to avoid self sabotage and procrastinat...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Lorraine Reguly on how to be hopeful following adversity in life. Lorraine shares her strategies that took her from contemplating suicide to becoming a successful author and helping others.  Lorraine explains how to design positive affirmations to change your life. The lessons shared are applicable to anyone who wants a happier and more fulfilling personal...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks with Nicole Steinbach about the key steps on how to learn the skill of bravery. They also talk about how leadership is courageous and when joy is rebellion.  Listen to the rest of the conversation. Judith's websites are maverickparadox.com , for all things maverick and maverickparadox.co.uk for mavericks at work, her LinkedIn profile is here , her Twitter prof...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Anuj Desai about the purpose of the comfort zone. She explains that living in the comfort zone is bad for you, which is why mavericks resist it with a passion. Listen to the rest of the conversation. Judith's website is maverickparadox.com , her LinkedIn profile is here , her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here , Facebook here and Instagram here . She...