

After Dinner Leadership
Simon Fagg
Some of the best conversations about leadership happen around the dinner table not the conference table. Leadership crosses over all things, not just work. Joining Simon Fagg at the virtual dinner table is a leader he has admired over the past 25+ years as a consultant and coach. We invite you to pull up a chair and join us as we look into what lessons these leaders wish they'd learned earlier and what they're still learning.
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Dec 17, 2021 • 44min
021: A Regenerative Year...with...aspiring leaders
Three of our previous aspiring leaders connect to share leadership lessons they’ve learned over the past year, and the influence the inspiring leader they connected with previously has had on them. They discuss and reflect on topics such as mental health and the changing world we live in.Send us a textConnect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: info@withleadership.co.uk Thank you for listening!

Dec 8, 2021 • 38min
020: Taking The Next Step...with...Simon Fagg
In this 20th episode of the After Dinner Leadership podcast, Simon connects with the With Leadership team to share his leadership experience and insights. They explore topics such as renewing your individual and your team’s energy, navigating your early 20s, developing leadership behaviours, and demonstrating courage. Books mentioned:The Polar ExpressHow Will You Measure Your Life? By Clayton ChristensenIt's a Wonderful Life Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry & Jean Greaves Send us a textConnect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: info@withleadership.co.uk Thank you for listening!

Nov 22, 2021 • 34min
019: Intent Counts More Than Technique...with...Chris Molnar
Having difficult conversations is a leadership skill Chris Molnar of Chromalox wishes he had learned earlier. Our aspiring leader shares her perspective on communication as a police constable and how having clear, sure values generate trust and authenticity.Books mentioned: Washington: A Life by Ron ChernowSend us a textConnect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: info@withleadership.co.uk Thank you for listening!

Sep 10, 2021 • 32min
018: Maximise Trust...with...Lukas Grech
Maximising trust is one of the leadership lessons Lukas Grech of Spirax-Sarco Engineering wishes that he had learned earlier. They explore how to build up and use credit as a manager. Lukas also shares his perspective on the inverse Pareto principle, which helps his prioritisation skills. Episode linksThe John Maxwell Leadership PodcastThe Storm Before the Storm by Mike Duncan Send us a textConnect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: info@withleadership.co.uk Thank you for listening!

Jun 19, 2021 • 29min
017: Roots and Wings - Father's Day Special...with...Mike Fagg
In this special Father’s Day episode, Simon connects with his father Mike Fagg, as well as son in law and recent father George Edwards to explore the values of fatherhood.Episode Links:Forrest GumpMary PoppinsSend us a textConnect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: info@withleadership.co.uk Thank you for listening!

Jun 3, 2021 • 37min
016: Sustainable Leadership...with...Nelson Phillips
What does it take to be a sustainable leader? Professor of Innovation and Strategy, Nelson Phillips shares what he terms the ‘digital paradox’ which occurs as more technology is introduced, which calls for leaders to become more people focused. Episode links:The Lord of the RingsValue(s) by Mark CarneyApocalypse Now Supersizing the Mind by Andy ClarkSend us a textConnect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: info@withleadership.co.uk Thank you for listening!

May 25, 2021 • 32min
015: Mindset is Everything...with...Andy Collett
Success fueled by failure. Andy Collett shares his thoughts on mindset in achieving success, and how it occurs not in the absence of fear, but regardless of it. They explore integrity and the importance of understanding how others are experiencing you rather than how you think they are experiencing you.Episode links:The Count of Monte CristoThe Infinite Atonement by Tad R. CallisterIt's a Wonderful LifeThe Artist’s Way by Julia CameronSend us a textConnect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: info@withleadership.co.uk Thank you for listening!

Apr 30, 2021 • 35min
014: Trust the Process...with...Matt Fourie
The difference between success and failure is self-responsibility. Professional problem solver Matt Fourie encourages listeners to ask themselves "what can I do?" in times of crisis. They discuss the value of having a process and who the right people are to help solve the problem.Episode links:12 Angry MenA Gentleman in Moscow by Amor TowlesTop GunWilbur SmithSend us a textConnect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: info@withleadership.co.uk Thank you for listening!

Apr 14, 2021 • 9min
013: How To Learn Anything...with...Alan Greatorex
Simon dives deeper into Alan Greatorex’s views and understanding of learning. Alan argues that the traditional way of training is fundamentally flawed and offers a learning model that will help you master anything.Episode links:Flawless Consulting by Peter Block Mindset by Carol DweckSend us a textConnect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: info@withleadership.co.uk Thank you for listening!

Apr 1, 2021 • 33min
012: Never Surprise a Stakeholder...with...Alan Greatorex
Seek first to understand before seeking to be understood is one of the leadership lessons Alan Greatorex wishes he had learned earlier. They discuss how to meet stakeholders along their continuum whilst still using your skillset and assets to provide the best results for the company. Episode links:How Will You Measure Your Life by Clayton Christensen Getting to Yes by Roger Fisher and William UrySend us a textConnect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: info@withleadership.co.uk Thank you for listening!