The Fulfilled Leader with Jean Balfour

Jean has worked in women’s leadership development for over 25 years. In this episode she shares her thoughts about progress to date, reasons why the progress seems so slow and how we can think about it differently. She shares practical suggestions that she hopes will help to create movement towards gender equity.You can find Jean here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jean.balfour/ Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ For more information on the podcast, show notes and journaling prompts visit my substack blog: https://jeanbalfour.substack.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

After listening to a couple of people who said they had lost their Mojo at work, Jean shares what we can do if we have lost our va va voom at work. She does a deep dive into the role motivation plays in our energy at work - and shares Daniel Pink’s tools for how to get back to motivation. Related Podcast EpisodesEp. #1. Finding your Purposehttps://podcast.baileybalfour.com/1894001/9670018-ep-1-finding-your-purposeEp. #6. Overcoming Tiredness, Exhaustion and Burnout https://podcast.baileybalfour.com/1894001/10217315-ep-6-overcoming-tiredness-exhaustion-and-burnoutEp. #11. Negative Thinking and Self Doubt at Workhttps://www.buzzsprout.com/1894001/episodes/10435268Ep. #15. Taking Charge of your Careerhttps://podcast.baileybalfour.com/1894001/10604420-ep-15-taking-charge-of-your-careerDrive - Daniel Pinkhttps://www.danpink.com/books/drive/https://www.danpink.com/resources/Connect with Jean Balfour here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfourJean Balfour Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jean.balfour/ Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ For more information on the podcast, show notes and journaling prompts visit my substack blog: https://jeanbalfour.substack.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

Jean is joined by Dr. Maria PressentinThere’s more to servant leadership than empowerment. It’s about enablement. Join Maria as she shares her research and work in servant leadership. Learn the three steps of building trust as a servant leader and how you can contribute effectively during pressure.  Jean and Maria discuss: Research in servant leadership - how do we define a servant leader To what extent servant leadership is implemented in the workplaceHow do we lead in pressured situations that is mindful and aligned with our own leadership valueMeet Dr. Maria PressentinMaria works by helping individuals and teams design their best engagement strategies, and she consults organizations on their leadership and talent development needs. She focuses on rebuilding a road of trust, reducing attrition, and removing M&A integration roadblocks. All of this resulting in incremental cost reduction during critical times, such as culture change, restructuring, shift of business direction, and downsizing. She has also helped organizations build corporate universities and change cultures from a bottom up approach. Maria has received many awards, including being awarded as top 100 Best Global Coaching and Leadership Professional by the global HRD Congress. She was awarded Iconic Woman for Creating a Better World for All by the Women Economic Forum and many other awards in the scientific research field of leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship. And her most recent publication is entitled Key Factors and Use Cases of Servant Leadership Driving Organizational Performance. Book Recommendation - Key factors and Use Cases of Servant Leadership Driving Organizational Performance by Maria Pressentin. https://www.igi-global.com/book/key-factors-use-cases-servant/273601Simple Truths of Leadership: 52 Ways to Be a Servant Leader and Build Trust by Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Truths-Leadership-Servant-Leader/dp/1523000627Connect with Maria here:https://www.leadershipscientific.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariapressentin-servant-leadership-expert/Connect with Jean Balfour here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfourJean Balfour Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jean.balfour/ Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ For more information on the podcast, show notes and journaling prompts visit my substack blog: https://jeanbalfour.substack.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

How much do you welcome feedback? Most of us know that feedback is helpful and yet it can often been difficult to accept.In this episode Jean share her own experience of taking feedback badly  - and what she learnt from it.She coversDifferent ways feedback can 'land' with usHow to prepare for and accept feedbackWhen and how to seek feedback. If you are interested in coach training you can sign up to our newsletter to learn more about upcoming programmes.https://baileybalfour.com/ Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ For more information on the podcast, show notes and journaling prompts visit my substack blog: https://jeanbalfour.substack.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

Jean is joined by Sonal Patel.Sonal shares her experience and learning of joining a new team and leading through covid. Jean and Sonal discussRelational Leadership - leading with and through peopleHow a coaching approach to leadership is critical for leading younger generationsHow we can build resilienceThe role mindfulness plays in creativityHow in a fluid time indecision is no decisionSetting 5 annual goals and putting them in an envelopeSonal Patel Sonal is Managing Director, Asia for Quantcast a global advertising technology company. She also holds board and advisory roles. Sonal has over 20 years experience working for large global brands across high growth disruptive technologies including: E-commerce, digital gaming, Social Media, Cloud. Sonal has taken her flair for advertising to the start up world and co-founded an agency in Vietnam alongside her own consultancy company. She has also mentored early stage startups and advises on high growth potential.  She is passionate in driving female entrepreneurship, and coaching at all levels in the talent force through her ACC certification from the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and amplifying talent in the workforce.Connect with Sonal  here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonalvpatel/Book - Tony Soprano on Management -  Anthony Schneiderhttps://www.amazon.com/Tony-Soprano-Management-Leadership-Inspired/dp/0425194949/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Book - Radical Simplicity - Ken Allenhttps://www.amazon.com/Radical-Simplicity-transformed-loss-making-world-class-ebook/dp/B07MXV3HHK/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1675069193&sr=1-3Podcast - Diary of a CEO - Steven Bartletthttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-diary-of-a-ceo-with-steven-bartlett/id1291423644You can find Jean here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfourInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jean.balfour/ Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ For more information on the podcast, show notes and journaling prompts visit my substack blog: https://jeanbalfour.substack.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

Jean is joined by Professor Pare Keiha. Pare shares very openly his approach to leadership and in this wide ranging conversation Jean and Pare discussBeing fully human in leadershipHow the way we see work impacts our enjoyment of our workPersonal mastery as a leaderThe importance of systems thinking and teamsEducation and social justiceProfessor Pare Keiha is the Pro Vice Chancellor for Māori Advancement, Tumuaki/Dean of Te Ara Poutama, the Faculty of Māori and Indigenous Development, and the Dean of the Faculty of Culture and Society at the Auckland University of Technology. He also has a strong and extensive background in the governance of several public and private companies. He supports several Auckland based arts and culture charities and is currently chair of the Aroha Collective, a member of the board of the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, and a member of the board of the Prince’s Trust New Zealand. He was honoured by the Queen in the 2008 New Year’s Honours List when he was made a Companion of the Queen’s Service Order (QSO) for his services to business, education, and Māori.He is passionate about education and social justice. He advises several Māori enterprises, including both tribal and pan-tribal organisations, as well as state sector entities in the areas of business development, management, and strategy. Connect with Pare  here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/pare-keiha-4b071329/The Fifth Discipline - Peter Sengehttps://systemsawareness.org/resources/#booksThe Hungry Spirit - Charles Handyhttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/341118.The_Hungry_SpiritYou can find Jean here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jean.balfour/ Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ For more information on the podcast, show notes and journaling prompts visit my substack blog: https://jeanbalfour.substack.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

Have you ever thought about training as a coach but not sure if you would ever become a full time coach?In this episode of Making Sense of Work Jean shares her own experience of the many advantages of learning to coach. She also shares examples of what others have learnt and how the skills are relevant in all aspects of our lives. If you are interested in coach training you can sign up to our newsletter to learn more about upcoming programmes.https://baileybalfour.com/ Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ For more information on the podcast, show notes and journaling prompts visit my substack blog: https://jeanbalfour.substack.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

In this episode Jean is joined by Mikiko Tanaka.Mikiko Tanaka works for the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) as the Director and Head of the Subregional Office for South and South-West Asia Office, New Delhi.  She has over twenty-five years of experience within the United Nations system. Previously, she served as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Guyana and worked with UNDP in Guyana, Yemen, Timor-Leste, Pakistan, Benin, China, Lao PDR and New York.  Prior to the UN, she worked for Care International in Thailand and the financial sector in Japan. Mikiko started training in coaching since 2021 with Bailey Balfour and is ACC accredited by the International Coaching Federation.  She coaches pro-bono outside her full-time work.  Mikiko holds master’s degrees in public policy and management from the University of London and in rural development management from Khon Kaen University in Thailand, and a bachelor’s degree from the International Christian University in Japan. In this episode Jean and Mikiko discussHow to find moments of learning in the most challenging circumstancesCourage and how it grows over timeThe journey of training as a coachThe connection between coaching and the world of development Trusting the process in coaching - and the rest of our lives!You can find Mikiko here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikiko-tanaka-5220517/ Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ For more information on the podcast, show notes and journaling prompts visit my substack blog: https://jeanbalfour.substack.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

How does it feel when you fail at things?For most of us it leaves us with challenging feelings and can stop us from taking further risks.However, without failure we can't learn.In this episode Jean Balfour shares her own experience of failure and what she has learnt about befriending failure as a part of growth. Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ For more information on the podcast, show notes and journaling prompts visit my substack blog: https://jeanbalfour.substack.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

Jean is joined by Mukta AryaMukta  and Jean talk aboutHer journey from science to HRThe importance of relationships in our careersThe importance of listening to feedback in helping us find our purposeHow important self awareness is in our careerCreating a coaching cultureThe role of data analytics in HRMukta is a genuinely passionate, creative and adaptable Human Resources Professional with over 24 years of experience in multiple industries and locations in APAC.  Starting her career with Essar group in Mumbai, India, she worked in Tata TD Waterhouse Securities and Asset Management, Ogilvy and Mather Advertising Mumbai In 2006, she joined Societe Generale in Mumbai as Head of HR for India and has been with them for the last 16+ years. She worked in Hong Kong as Regional Head of Talent Development and Inclusion since 2010 and as Head of HR for SEA for Societe Generale in Singapore for 4 years, before being appointed as the CHRO for Societe Generale, APAC, now based in Hong Kong.Mukta is passionate about creating effective and innovative HR solutions for global companies. She focuses on crafting tailored HR programs and solutions at the local, national, and regional levels ,that range from increasing employee engagement to staffing solutions to identifying and retaining high potential talent.She is people person with a positive outlook who manages by building trust and relationshipsShe is a Certified Coach and is also a Global Fellow in Talent Management by Wharton University.She is a published author with 4 books till now- Wanton Thoughts, 3:15 PM- Musings in Hong Kong, Whimsical Times and Criss Cross- A Medley of Thoughts.Connect with Mukta  herehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/muktaarya/You can find Jean here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jean.balfour/ Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ For more information on the podcast, show notes and journaling prompts visit my substack blog: https://jeanbalfour.substack.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/