Summary:

In episode 9, Matt engages with PJ, a seasoned business coach and consultant, to explore the evolving landscape of leadership. PJ highlights the importance of emotional intelligence, the impact of AI on business, and the necessity of fostering a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation.

PJ shares insights from his extensive experience, emphasising the need for leaders to connect with their teams and adapt to rapid changes in the business environment.

In this conversation, the Matt and PJ delve into the critical role of leaders in shaping organisational culture, stressing that culture is a collective responsibility. Discussing the importance of open communication, feedback mechanisms, and the need for leaders to engage their teams in problem-solving.

The conversation concludes with the benefits and significance of mentorship in leadership development.

Takeaways:

• Lead by inspiring and leading by example is crucial.

• People have immense potential that businesses often fail to access.

• Continuous learning is essential for personal and professional growth.

• Change is inevitable and must be embraced by leaders.

• AI can enhance productivity but requires responsible management.

• Cultural elements in a business are vital for success.

• Emotional intelligence is increasingly important in leadership.

• Leaders must empower teams to foster collaboration.

• Effective leadership involves connecting people with information.

• The distinction between leaders and managers is fundamental.  Leaders should allocate 40% of their time to connect with people.

• Culture is a shared responsibility among all employees.

• Business culture must evolve by design, not by default.

• Ego can be a driving force for innovation and change.

• Open communication fosters a culture of idea sharing.

• Feedback mechanisms are essential for leadership effectiveness.

• Organisational culture is defined by actions, not just words.

• Mentorship is invaluable for new leaders.

• Leaders must be willing to ask for feedback from their teams.

• Building better businesses requires collective effort and ownership.

Soundbites:

"Lead by inspiring, lead by experience."

"People are absolutely amazing."

"Learning for me is very important."

"Change is inevitable."

"AI is absolutely amazing."

"A leader is about people."

"40% of your time to lead people"

"Culture is created by everyone"

"It's not what's written on the walls"

"Ask for feedback, don't just give it"

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Leadership Insights

01:38 The Journey of a Business Coach

07:00 Navigating Change in Business

10:06 The Role of AI in Leadership

12:37 Cultural Shifts in Leadership

18:15 Emotional Intelligence in Leadership

22:52 Empowering Teams for Success

25:14 Defining Leaders vs. Managers

26:19 The Role of Leaders in Culture Creation

30:01 Evolving Business Culture

34:22 The Importance of Open Communication

38:29 Feedback Mechanisms in Leadership

43:22 Learning from Experience and Mentorship

Keywords:

leadership, business coaching, emotional intelligence, change management, AI in business, team empowerment, corporate culture, leadership styles, consulting, personal development, leadership, culture, feedback, communication, mentorship, high performance, emotional intelligence, organisational change, team dynamics, business strategy