Interview with Nuclear Sector Director of TetraTech

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Nuclear Leadership Network

Matt Gavin

10 episodes

1 week ago

The Nuclear Leadership Network was established to fill a gap in leadership development. By the time leaders hit a certain level in their path, it becomes more and more difficult to know what development steps to take to ready yourself for a shot at the top executive leadership roles in the Nuclear Industry. As you climb the ladder the number of people available to help you on your path become fewer and fewer, and your journey becomes a much more personal one. There will always be a need to collaborate with others, seek advice and guidance from those around you and take feedback from others seriously, but when you get to a certain point, you realise the more you are on your own. It’s up to you to develop yourself, through conversations, self reflection, making mistakes and being brave enough to learn from them. Not having all the answers, but being bold enough to seek the answers, is where much of that later growth in leadership occurs.

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Interview with Nuclear Sector Director of TetraTech

Nuclear Leadership Network

34 minutes

3 months ago

Interview with Nuclear Sector Director of TetraTech

Summary

In this episode of the Nuclear Leadership Network podcast, Chris Watson, the Nuclear Sector Director at Tetratech, shares insights from his extensive career in the nuclear industry. He discusses the importance of cross-sector learning, the unique challenges of nuclear leadership, and the need for diversity and inclusion within the sector. Chris emphasizes the significance of feedback, personal development, and time management for leaders, while also outlining his vision for the future of nuclear energy and offering advice for upcoming leaders in the industry.

Takeaways

Nuclear leadership involves unique challenges, especially around safety and security.
Cross-sector learning can enhance the nuclear industry by bringing in diverse perspectives.
Diversity of thought is crucial for effective learning and innovation.
Leaders must inspire the next generation to view nuclear as an exciting career.
Building relationships is essential for trust and collaboration in leadership.
Feedback is vital for personal growth and confidence in leadership roles.
Women in nuclear face unique challenges and need encouragement to pursue leadership roles.
Time management is critical for senior leaders to focus on growth and development.
Personal reflection and mentoring can enhance leadership effectiveness.
Empowering people over processes leads to better decision-making and outcomes.