
The Leadership Enigma
For 30 years I've uncovered the best and worst of human behaviour and endeavour.Now it's time to truly understand what we mean by leadership in a chaotic world. I've delivered live events to over 60,000 around the world as a leadership expert, author, opinion columnist and barrister. Each week I'll explore the power and potential of the human being with global experts, academics, rising stars, ambitious upstarts and disruptors across sectors, disciplines and geographies as we explore 'The Leadership Enigma.'Whether you are an entrepreneur, business owner or seasoned corporate executive, this show will uncover the tools, techniques, strategies and lessons learned to catapult your leadership capabilities in preparation for success in a constantly changing landscape. The Leadership Enigma is an award winning globally ranked show powered by LaunchPod Studios. www.leadersenigma.comYouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Jan 27, 2021 • 27min
034: Bullyproof | Marilise de Villiers
Bullyproof: I chat to Marilise de Villiers a mindset and performance coach who endured a toxic workplace bully before she found her ROAR, which is also the title of her book. We explore issues such as the Toxic Trio, the superpowers required for mitigating such an experience and how leaders must work to create and protect a culture of inclusivity and psychological safety for all to thrive. Watch & Subscribe: 👀 https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma/videosListen & Subscribe: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5NSnRyHzPmyY5OWhGzKU5Pwww.leadersenigma.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 16, 2021 • 32min
033: The Inclusive Leader | Cheryl Stokes
The Inclusive Leader: I chat to the wonderful Cheryl Stokes, Partner at Heidrick & Struggles. We talk about the importance of creating a sense of belonging for all in order to unblock performance. How to unfreeze inclusion and the 5 components of the inclusive leader. Cheryl has lived and led on the basis that people are at the heart of all that we do. Watch & Subscribe: 👀 https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma/videosListen & Subscribe: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5NSnRyHzPmyY5OWhGzKU5Pwww.leadersenigma.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 15, 2021 • 45min
032: Ordinary people, extraordinary performance | Marc Kahn
I talk to Marc Kahn, Global Head of People and Organisation and Executive for Sustainability at Investec. Why are we so fascinated with the search for talent and individual brilliance? What are we missing? Marc gives a candid account of his experiences that have led him to understand the vital nature of creating the right context for creating great outcomes. Watch & Subscribe: 👀 https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma/videosListen & Subscribe: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5NSnRyHzPmyY5OWhGzKU5Pwww.leadersenigma.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 10, 2021 • 35min
031: Living Brave Leadership | Guy Bloom
Welcome to 2021. I am joined by Guy Bloom, executive coach, author and 4 x Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Guy, through grit and determination has acquired a lifetime of skills and capabilities in order to 'keep moving forward.' In this episode he shares the essence of his book 'Living Brave Leadership' and the four primary components of Trust, Accountability, Bravery & Connection.Watch & Subscribe: 👀 https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma/videosListen & Subscribe: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5NSnRyHzPmyY5OWhGzKU5Pwww.leadersenigma.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 21, 2020 • 35min
030: It's all about the people (Design Thinking) | Justin Ferrell
In the final episode for 2020 I chat to Justin Ferrell, former journalist with the Washington Post and now global educator in relation to the power and impact of Design Thinking to enhance transformational organisational change during disruption. A great takeaway in this episode is for leaders to 'lead for the behaviours not the outcome.' Watch & Subscribe: 👀 https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma/videosListen & Subscribe: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5NSnRyHzPmyY5OWhGzKU5Pwww.leadersenigma.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 13, 2020 • 31min
029: 2 friends, 2 podcasts and over 50 amazing guests. (2020 Review) - Spencer Holt
The Leadership Enigma meets Small Things Make a Big Difference. I chat to Spencer Holt, Head of Commercial Learning Centre, AstraZeneca as we chat through some of the greatest learning moments we have had collectively whilst intervieiwieng over 50 amazing guests. The highs, the challenges and the personal loss that has inspired us to supercharge our way into 2021. Watch & Subscribe: 👀 https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma/videosListen & Subscribe: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5NSnRyHzPmyY5OWhGzKU5Pwww.leadersenigma.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 3, 2020 • 39min
028: The Adaptive DNA | Graeme Codrington
We are immersed in 'deep disruption' each and every day. How do we thrive? Join me in conversation with Graeme Codrington, Futurist, Scenario Planner, Author and Global Educator. Now is not the time to think about how we get back to our pre Covid planning, now is the time to embrace the need for change and become a leader with an 'Adaptive DNA' running through everything we do. Watch & Subscribe: 👀 https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma/videosListen & Subscribe: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5NSnRyHzPmyY5OWhGzKU5Pwww.leadersenigma.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 28, 2020 • 31min
027: The Power & Science of Breathonics | Tom MIddleton
'The Power & Science of Breathonics' recorded in front of a live audience with my special guest Tom Middleton. As part of this episode you will experience a five minute Powering Up session led by Tom who has transitioned from playing to millions of people all over the world to now focusing his attention on harnessing sound and breathing for sleep, wellbeing, productivity and peak performance. For more information https://www.linkedin.com/company/silentmode/http://breathonics.com/Watch & Subscribe: 👀 https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma/videosListen & Subscribe: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5NSnRyHzPmyY5OWhGzKU5Pwww.leadersenigma.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 2020 • 30min
026: The Leader's Secret Code | Ian Mills & Mark Ridley
The Leader's Secret Code: At last, I chat to my co-authors Mark Ridley and Ian Mills as we discuss the research, the findings and the fun we had in discovering the difference that makes the difference in top leaders. The book had a simple yet powerful premise. As you believe, so you will behave and as you behave so you will perform.Watch & Subscribe: 👀 https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma/videosListen & Subscribe: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5NSnRyHzPmyY5OWhGzKU5Pwww.leadersenigma.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 14, 2020 • 26min
025: Creative Entrepreneurship | Paul Pacifico
Creative Entrepreneurship: There is a time to say yes to everything in order to explore and usher in the unexpected and also a time to say yes to only one thing. Join me as I talk to Paul Pacifico, CEO of the Association of Independent Music about 'Creative Entrepreneurship' and its three core principles of (1) Vision (2) Identify (3) CommunityWatch & Subscribe: 👀 https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma/videosListen & Subscribe: 🎙️ https://open.spotify.com/show/5NSnRyHzPmyY5OWhGzKU5Pwww.leadersenigma.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.