Strategy Hero

S2E7 - Jack Soos - Bridging the functional and the operational

In this episode, we explore the career of Jack Soos, whose diverse background spans sociology, biochemistry, and leadership. Jack has developed a keen understanding of the importance of empathy and active listening, which he applies to his leadership practices. He shares insights on fostering trust, promoting employee growth, and the necessity of ongoing learning.

Jack has tackled the challenges of cross-functional collaboration, advocating for leadership that builds partnerships rather than imposing directives. He emphasizes the critical role of psychological safety in the workplace and the need to balance performance with employee well-being.

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S2E6 - Garvan Callan - Stradaptability

In this episode, we delve into the career journey of Garvan Callan, an expert in strategy, transformation, and leadership. With a rich background that includes roles at Danske Bank and the Bank of Ireland, Garvan has honed his focus on digital innovation over the past 18 years.

This experience culminated in the creation of his advisory practice, ONEZERO1, where he helps business leaders develop and implement transformative strategies. Beyond his advisory work, Garvan contributes to the community through his book, “Digital Business Strategy,” and his teaching fellowship at Trinity Business School. Join us as we explore Garvan’s insights and experiences in simplifying complexity and driving impactful change.

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S2E5 - Charlie Sharman - The Future of Kaizen

In this episode, Charlie Sharman, an advisor at the Kaizen Institute and co-author of the book "Strat to Action," delves into the future of Kaizen. Known for his candid and sometimes controversial insights, Charlie outlines the key areas businesses should focus on for effective process improvement. He examines the relative importance of people, processes, and data in the quest for continual improvement, leaving no stone unturned in this comprehensive discussion.

 

This episode was recorded before the passing of Charlie on the 4th of January 2024. You can read about his legacy here.

S2E4 - Ryan Henson - Building a platform for global change

In this episode, Ryan Henson, the CEO of the Coalition for Global Prosperity talks about building a network of relationships and an internal culture to drive change on a global scale.

His work has built an organization that is educating the senior political leaders of the UK on the changes needed in international development and social mobility. The lessons in this episode can be applied to any organization looking to build a change culture.

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S2E3 - Jeroen Kraaijenbrink - Developing strategic thinking

Jeroen Kraaijenbrink is a distinguished author, consultant, and thought leader in the realms of strategy, innovation, and organizational development. With a wealth of experience spanning over two decades, Kraaijenbrink has established himself as a pivotal figure in guiding organizations towards sustainable growth and competitive advantage.

In this episode, Jeroen takes us through how organizations can build the foundations for strategic thinking, and grow an organization of strategic thinkers.

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S2E2 - Kit Jackson - Building a personal strategy

Former Group Director of Strategy for Rexam Plc, Kit is now the Managing Partner of Strategy Together, where she leads a network of strategy consultants - but Kit's focus on personal strategy is what we explore in this episode.

From leading groups of leaders on an Antarctic expedition, to setting a roadmap to developing one's strategy, this episode is all about setting yourself up for success, in whatever endeavors you are pursuing.

 

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