Laura Empson, a professor at Bayes Business School, discusses the challenges of starting a new leadership role, including building team confidence, setting priorities, and navigating through office politics. She emphasizes the importance of making impactful actions early on to establish credibility and gain team support. Strategies for new leaders include assigning prestigious titles, understanding organizational culture, and honing listening skills to build trust.

Dr. Laura Empson, expert in professional leadership, discusses power dynamics in service firms, qualities for influential leadership, and interviews on subtle power, emotional leadership, and espionage. She shares insights on transitioning from industry to academia and creating thought leadership through podcasting.