A Geek Leader Podcast - inspiring technical and creative leaders around the world AGL 428: Lucy Adams
About Lucy
Lucy Adams is a trailblazing visionary in people management and leadership, with over 15 years of experience revolutionizing how organizations empower and inspire their teams. As the former HR Director at the BBC, Lucy led with exceptional strategic insight during a transformative era, steering the organization through a high-stakes site relocation, complex executive transitions, and ambitious cost-saving initiatives—all while fostering resilient, high-performing teams that thrived under pressure.
Renowned for her innovative approach, Lucy has driven groundbreaking change by simplifying management processes, cultivating dynamic, performance-driven cultures, and delivering substantial organizational efficiencies. Her leadership extends across diverse sectors, where she has expertly guided teams through disruption, equipping them with tools to excel in fast-paced, evolving environments.
As the bestselling author of *HR Disrupted: It’s Time for Something Different*, Lucy challenges conventional HR practices, advocating for bold, adaptive strategies that align with modern workforce dynamics, technological advancements, and organizational demands. Her insights have reshaped the global conversation around people management.
Now, as the CEO of Disruptive HR, Lucy is redefining the art and science of leadership. With her unrivaled expertise and passion, she inspires leaders worldwide to embrace change, unlock potential, and build thriving workplaces in today’s rapidly evolving landscape.
Today We Talked About
- Lucy’s background
- Distruptive HR
- Performance Reviews
- What are you working on?
- How can I help?
- How are you feeling?
- Leaders
- Policies
- Leadership Develoment Programs vs. Mentorships
- Scenario based Leadership Development
- Speakup Session
- Leadership Practices
- Coach your team
- Show Appreciation
- Lead with Trust