• The Future of Leadership

  • By: Zoe Routh
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The Future of Leadership

By: Zoe Routh
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  • We explore the future and ask what this means for your leadership. We tackle the big issues, ask 'what if' and 'how might we'. We bring observations of trends and events around the world, talk to leading experts in their field about a topic on the future of leadership, give book recommendations, and offer tangible insights you can put into action right away.
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  • Business for Good: Globally Conscious Leadership

    Business for Good: Globally Conscious Leadership
    Sep 27 2024
    We dive deep into what it means to be a globally conscious leader with John Lamy. 🌱 John discusses the power of businesses to lead the fight against climate change, balancing profitability with responsibility. From building inner resilience through meditation and personal practices to creating businesses that serve both people and the planet, this episode is packed with insights. 🌏💼 ✨ "Businesses can be a force for good while remaining profitable" - John Lamy Join the conversation and learn how conscious leadership can shape a better world. Planet Human: Birth rates are not greater than they were than in 1950, in every country of the world. Event: Join us at the Leadership Conclave, Nov 8th in Canberra. Become a Podcast Insider for tip sheets, discussion questions, and other insider perks. Summary Conscious Leadership and Inner Practices John Lamy emphasizes that solving climate change requires more than technical knowledge—it demands inner strength and consciousness. He connects leadership practices such as meditation, journaling, and yoga with building resilience and the emotional resources needed to face the significant challenges ahead. “You’re going to have to have inner resources... it’s not going to be easy.” Business as a Force for Good Businesses can be a powerful force in addressing climate change. John advocates for companies to go beyond profit-making and be forces for social and environmental good. He encourages them to maintain integrity, engage employees in sustainability efforts, and foster values alignment with customers. “Business could be, should be, and can be an actual force to be reckoned with.” Challenges of Changing Mindsets John discusses how difficult it is to shift the prevailing mindset from profit-first to a more sustainable, globally conscious approach. He stresses that businesses need to own up to their environmental impacts and treat sustainability as a strategic priority. “Integrity. We’ve got to be honest... you will have expenses you didn’t have previously.” Six Principles of Conscious Leadership John shares six guiding principles for globally conscious leaders: Love the Earth Take interconnection to heart Be kind Treat all people equally Respect our life’s journeys Own our externalities (environmental and social impacts) These principles emphasize the ethical and moral responsibility leaders have towards people and the planet. “It sounds easy, but we have to raise it to consciousness.” Practical Steps for Businesses John offers practical steps for businesses to begin addressing climate change while still remaining profitable, from adopting eco-friendly products and services to engaging employees and customers in sustainability efforts. “It’s not just the leaders, but also the people who will appreciate a climate-friendly approach.” Key Quotes: “This is not going to be easy. There’s a lot of pushback... You’re going to have to have inner resources.” “Businesses can be forces for good. It’s not about sacrificing profits but aligning them with what matters for the future.” “What do we want for our grandchildren? This is about their future too.” Questions Explored: How does leadership consciousness relate to addressing climate change? Can businesses balance profitability with sustainability, and how? What principles can guide leaders towards becoming globally conscious? Take Action: Reflect on the six principles of conscious leadership in your own workplace. Implement interior practices like meditation or journaling to build emotional resilience for facing global challenges. Tip of the Week:Encourage business leaders to move from a profit-first mindset to a globally conscious leadership model by focusing on sustainability, integrity, and employee engagement. Key Moments 00:00 Introduction and Altruism in Business 00:20 Global Fertility Rates and Social Implications 01:34 Personal and Professional Updates from Zoë 02:23 Olympus Bound: Book Achievements 03:33 Leadership Conclave Announcement 04:46 Daily Questions for Global Consciousness 06:44 Interview with John Lamy: Introduction 07:47 Conscious Leadership and Climate Crisis 12:21 Business as a Force for Good 21:19 Steps to Solve the Climate Crisis 21:51 Principles for a Sustainable Future 22:31 The Importance of Interconnection 23:17 Making Personal Development Okay 25:10 Exploring the Six Principles 29:47 Rapid Fire Questions 34:07 Building a Community of Leaders 38:39 Book Recommendation: For Love and Money 39:55 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action
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    38 mins
  • The Future of Work: Culture or Community?

    The Future of Work: Culture or Community?
    Sep 8 2024

    Which is more critical, culture or community? With the ever-evolving workplace dynamics, particularly in the era of remote and hybrid work, this episode dives into how leaders can create environments that foster true connection and belonging. Zoë is joined by Lauren Buckley, founder of The Hush Collaborative, who shares her insights on the distinctions between culture and community, and how organizations can move beyond outdated cultural models to build thriving, resilient communities.

    *CORRECTION: I introduce Lauren as the founder of The Hush Collective, when it should be HUSH COLLABORATIVE.

    Full shownotes:

    The Future of Work: Culture or Community

    Key Topics Covered:

    • The future of humanoid robots and their role in society.

    • Updates on Zoë's latest projects, including her upcoming book "Power Games."

    • The balance between autonomy and connection in the workplace.

    • The difference between culture and community in organizational contexts.

    • How building community can drive better business outcomes and support growth.

    • Power dynamics, collaboration challenges, and the importance of shared leadership.

    Key Quotes:

    • "Culture requests assimilation. Community requests relationship." — Lauren Buckley

    • "Collaboration is a skill, but most organizations assume we just inherently know how to do it." — Lauren Buckley

    • "The biggest shift we need is to move from a power-over model to a power-with model in leadership." — Zoë Routh

    Resources Mentioned:

    • Culture Eats Strategy for Lunch by Kurt Coffman and Kathy Sorenson

    • Upcoming Leadership Conclave event in Canberra on November 8th

    Connect with Us:

    • Subscribe to the podcast on [iTunes/Spotify].

    • Visit zoerouth.com for more insights and resources.

    • Follow Zoë on LinkedIn and Twitter.

    Subscribe for Exclusive Content: Sign up at zoerouth.com/podcast to receive insider access to bonus materials, implementation sheets, and discussion questions for every episode.

    Closing Thought: As Zoë says, "Live with grace, lead in service." Take a moment to reflect on how you can build a sense of community within your organization today.

    Questions Explored:

    • What if the disjointed workplace continues into the future?

    • How do we balance autonomy and connection in a hybrid work environment?

    • What's the difference between building culture and building community in organizations?

    Take Action:

    • Reflect on how you can foster genuine community within your organization.

    • Consider joining our Leadership Conclave event in Canberra on November 8th for an immersive strategic experience. 🌟

    Tip of the Week:

    • Dive into Kurt Coffman and Kathy Sorenson’s book Culture Eats Strategy for Lunch for a deep understanding of how to create a thriving organizational culture. 📚

    Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more insights on the future of leadership!

    Key Moments

    00:00 Introduction: Community vs. Culture

    00:15 Exploring Humanoid Robots

    00:55 Updates from Planet Zoe

    02:25 The Disjointed Workplace

    03:00 Building Community in the Workplace

    04:10 Interview with Lauren Buckley

    26:32 Fast 3: Quickfire Questions

    29:34 The Hush Collaborative

    33:13 Read to Lead: Book Recommendation

    35:03 Conclusion and Insider Extras

    About Lauren Buckley

    Lauren Buckley is the founder of The Hush Collaborative, an organization dedicated to transforming businesses through the power of community. With a background in communications, brand strategy, and political advisory, Lauren brings a wealth of experience in helping organizations navigate complex challenges through innovative and inclusive approaches.

    #FutureOfWork #FutureOfLeadership #culture #corporateculture
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    34 mins
  • Revolutionising Leadership: Systems for the Next Era

    Revolutionising Leadership: Systems for the Next Era
    Aug 25 2024

    I love systems. And I love systems for leadership even more. We want a reliable way of building leadership capability that inoculates against power abuse and tyranny.

    How can we embrace new systems to bring leadership alive across the entire organisation? We need a systemic change in how we think about encouraging leadership. It starts with reimagining the geometry of an organization: from triangles we need to move to circles. Then working on expanding the power of the individual.

    My guest for T-TOK (Tea Time in the Office Kitchen) is Paul McCarthy, author of The F.I.R.E.D. Leader and he is on a mission to reshape the conversation about ​​, and how we need to shift how we recruit, train, and practice leadership if we are to normalise disruption and survive the era of exponential change.

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    Systemic Leadership: Circles Before Triangles

    Why you should listen: how we visualise leadership shapes its outcomes

    • We must focus on building the capability, autonomy, and delivery capacity of each person. This cellular approach fosters flexibility, responsiveness, and a collaborative spirit essential for modern leadership.

    • Goretex solutions: Combining individual and collective accountability ensures comprehensive leadership development and system-wide success.

    • How to normalise disruption instead of dysfunction

    Questions Explored:

    • What are the F.I.R.E.D. leadership attributes we need? (F – Fresh Thinking, I – Inquisitive Nature, R – Real and Accountable, E – Expressive and Challenging, )D – Direct and Transparent

    • What gets in the way of open honest conversations?

    • What are the systems that need to change?

    Take action

    Think about how you exercise power in your organisation: is it top down or bottom up or a mix?

    How can you grow the abilities of the people around you?.

    Key Moments

    00:00 Welcome to the Future of Leadership

    00:22 Introducing the Show's Format and Today's Topic

    01:09 Planet Human: Contrasting Leadership Examples

    03:16 Planet Zoe: Personal Updates and Upcoming Projects

    05:54 Exploring Leadership Systems for the Future

    10:40 Interview with Paul McCarthy: The Fired Leader

    25:42 The Role of Fear in Leadership Games

    27:20 The Cost of Leadership Turnover

    27:58 Ego-Based Leadership and Its Consequences

    28:44 Designing Future Organizations

    30:20 Holacracy and Horizontal Leadership

    32:19 Overcoming Leadership Challenges

    33:00 From Fear to Awakening and Courage

    37:11 The Fast Three Questions

    42:28 Paul's Vision for Future Leaders

    43:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    About Paul McCarthy

    Paul McCarthy, author of "The Fired Leader." Paul has had a remarkable journey, having been fired from four senior executive roles, which led him to question and ultimately redefine leadership for the future. His insights into fresh thinking, inquisitiveness, being real and accountable, expressive and challenging, and being direct and transparent are invaluable. These qualities, encapsulated in the acronym FIRED, are pivotal for evolving leadership in modern organizations.

    https://www.paulmacleadership.com/
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    42 mins
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