In this episode of Coach Class, I welcome back Stephen Waddington – “Wadds” – one of the UK’s most influential thinkers in public relations. A former agency leader, CIPR president, and prolific blogger, Wadds is now immersed in a PhD at Leeds Business School, exploring the age-old question: how can PR prove its value and earn recognition as a true management function? Together, we unpack the personal and professional journey behind this research. Wadds reflects on the discipline and sacrifice...
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In this episode of Coach Class, I welcome back Stephen Waddington – “Wadds” – one of the UK’s most influential thinkers in public relations. A former agency leader, CIPR president, and prolific blogger, Wadds is now immersed in a PhD at Leeds Business School, exploring the age-old question: how can PR prove its value and earn recognition as a true management function? Together, we unpack the personal and professional journey behind this research. Wadds reflects on the discipline and sacrifice...
Amanda Downs: On Ikigai, Leadership, and Why Sales Isn’t a Dirty Word
Coach Class
29 minutes
3 months ago
Amanda Downs: On Ikigai, Leadership, and Why Sales Isn’t a Dirty Word
In this episode of Coach Class, I was joined by Amanda Downs — commercial leader turned coach, facilitator, and soon-to-be author of Stepping Up to Sales Leader. Using the Japanese concept of Ikigai — your reason for being — as a guiding theme, Amanda reflects on what lights her up, how she helps others grow, and why leading a commercial team is a bit like tending a garden. Expect rich conversation on: How purpose, values, and integrity guide Amanda’s workThe link between psychological safety...
Coach Class
In this episode of Coach Class, I welcome back Stephen Waddington – “Wadds” – one of the UK’s most influential thinkers in public relations. A former agency leader, CIPR president, and prolific blogger, Wadds is now immersed in a PhD at Leeds Business School, exploring the age-old question: how can PR prove its value and earn recognition as a true management function? Together, we unpack the personal and professional journey behind this research. Wadds reflects on the discipline and sacrifice...
