You’re a good leader. You might even be a great one. Whether you’re leading a team of one, two, or three thousand, how you lead determines whether you survive or thrive in the workplace. I’m Kathy Andrews, and this is the For Leaders, By Leaders podcast. We’re here for insightful conversations with real leaders, sharing inspiration and practical advice to help you unlock the best in yourself and those around you.
When you face those moments where you ask yourself, “What do I do?” or “How can I do better?”, this podcast is here to guide you. With interviews from influential leaders across industries—CEOs, entrepreneurs, authors, and thought leaders—we’ll dive into their personal stories, pivotal moments, and the strategies that led to their success. Each episode explores real-world scenarios, leadership challenges, and offers practical, actionable tools that you can apply immediately.
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You’re a good leader. You might even be a great one. Whether you’re leading a team of one, two, or three thousand, how you lead determines whether you survive or thrive in the workplace. I’m Kathy Andrews, and this is the For Leaders, By Leaders podcast. We’re here for insightful conversations with real leaders, sharing inspiration and practical advice to help you unlock the best in yourself and those around you.
When you face those moments where you ask yourself, “What do I do?” or “How can I do better?”, this podcast is here to guide you. With interviews from influential leaders across industries—CEOs, entrepreneurs, authors, and thought leaders—we’ll dive into their personal stories, pivotal moments, and the strategies that led to their success. Each episode explores real-world scenarios, leadership challenges, and offers practical, actionable tools that you can apply immediately.
Think of this as a leadership coach in your pocket.
Join us on your favorite platform, and take your leadership to the next level.
On Differentiating Yourself/ Guest: Stephen Shapiro, Innovation Instigator
For Leaders By Leaders
36 minutes 28 seconds
3 months ago
On Differentiating Yourself/ Guest: Stephen Shapiro, Innovation Instigator
Innovation expert Stephen Shapiro talks about standing out by focusing on what makes you truly irreplaceable. Drawing from his book Pivotal, Stephen shares why innovation is a capability, not a trend. Learn how to avoid shiny-object syndrome, embrace stability, and uncover your team’s real differentiator… plus a look at his teamwork tool, Personality Poker.
Tune in to this episode as we explore:
(03:40) Building stability before change
(07:38) Individual differentiation drives organisational success
(12:15) Radio flyer's purpose: lasting smiles
(13:45) Creating distinctive customer experiences
(18:42) Focus on present differentiators
(22:52) Real-time feedback in leadership
(26:08) Focus on identifying opportunities
(29:35) Engage lost and potential customers
(30:33) Combatting confirmation bias in innovation
(34:18) Refocus on core strengths
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Connect with Stephen Shapiro on LinkedIn
Stephen Shapiro’s Website
Pivotal – Book
Personality Poker
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For Leaders By Leaders
You’re a good leader. You might even be a great one. Whether you’re leading a team of one, two, or three thousand, how you lead determines whether you survive or thrive in the workplace. I’m Kathy Andrews, and this is the For Leaders, By Leaders podcast. We’re here for insightful conversations with real leaders, sharing inspiration and practical advice to help you unlock the best in yourself and those around you.
When you face those moments where you ask yourself, “What do I do?” or “How can I do better?”, this podcast is here to guide you. With interviews from influential leaders across industries—CEOs, entrepreneurs, authors, and thought leaders—we’ll dive into their personal stories, pivotal moments, and the strategies that led to their success. Each episode explores real-world scenarios, leadership challenges, and offers practical, actionable tools that you can apply immediately.
Think of this as a leadership coach in your pocket.
Join us on your favorite platform, and take your leadership to the next level.
