In this 200th episode of The Lunchtime Series, Kevin Britz and guest co-host Craig Page-Lee unpack when ambiguity can be a smart leadership tactic (and when it backfires). We connect the dots between emotional intelligence, feedback mistakes leaders make, and the surprising power of strategic ambiguity to spark innovation, protect psychological safety, and manage complex stakeholder environments. If you lead teams, sell ideas, or communicate for a living, this one’s gold.What you’ll learn • Why consistency is the secret edge of great podcasts and great leaders • The Fast Company insights on feedback mistakes & EQ • “Strategic ambiguity” — what it is, when to use it, and how to avoid turning vague • Practical guardrails: be clear on intent & principles, flexible on pathways & details • A simple best-practice checklist you can use with your team today🎯 Call to actionIf this helped, hit Like, Subscribe, and share with a leader who needs it. Comment your biggest take-away and how you’ll try strategic ambiguity this week.⸻Chapters (approx.) • 0:05 — Welcome & milestone (200th episode) with Craig Page-Lee • 1:20 — Why consistency wins in podcasting & leadership • 2:30 — Recap: Leaders missing the mark on feedback (EQ link) • 3:55 — Today’s topic: When ambiguity beats clarity • 5:40 — Six reasons leaders intentionally use ambiguity • 10:12 — The risks: confusion, trust, accountability • 13:19 — When to use it, how to use it well, when to avoid it • 16:42 — “Use strategic ambiguity, not vague leadership” • 18:40 — Five summary points & ethical guardrails • 21:24 — Creativity, dialogue, and keeping the comms honest • 22:30 — Wrap, next steps & audience challengeThe Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz explores practical leadership, coaching, and marketing conversations that drive real-world results. This episode with Craig Page-Lee dives into “strategic ambiguity” — the art of staying crystal clear on purpose and principles while leaving execution pathways flexible enough to foster creativity, ownership, and momentum. Expect research-backed insights, usable frameworks, and straight-talk you can put to work today.⸻Host & GuestHost: Kevin Britz — Executive Coach, Leadership Strategist, Creator & Host of The Lunchtime SeriesWebsite: www.kevinbritz.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kevinbritzSpeaking/Coaching enquiries: via website contact formGuest: Craig Page-Lee — Marketing & Business Strategy Leader, co-host of Lunchtime Marketing & LeadershipLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/craigpagelee⸻Hashtags/Tags (comma-separated)leadership, strategic ambiguity, communication skills, emotional intelligence, feedback at work, leadership communication, marketing strategy, stakeholder management, psychological safety, coaching, Kevin Britz, Craig Page-Lee, The Lunchtime Series, lunchtime marketing, business strategy, team leadership, innovation, executive coaching, South Africa leadership

In today’s episode of The Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz, we’ve partnered with Hello Coach to bring you an exclusive look at Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, and Resilience — featuring Pearl Tshabalala, a Leadership, Life, and Wellness Coach, Mentor, and Psychosocial Practitioner.Discover how leaders can elevate their emotional intelligence, build trust, balance empathy with accountability, and develop authentic leadership that inspires others. Pearl shares her professional journey from social work to leadership coaching, insights into mental well-being, and how resilience and realism can transform the way leaders show up for themselves and their teams.👉 Claim your Hello Coach offerVisit https://www.kevinbritz.com/hellocoach/ and use promo code lunchtimeseries to unlock your free 40-minute personalised coaching session!📣 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to help us grow the channel and bring you more powerful conversations around coaching, leadership, and personal mastery.⸻🧭 Overview • Topic: Leadership Development & Building Resilience • Series: Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz • Guest: Pearl Tshabalala — Leadership, Life & Wellness Coach • Host: Kevin Britz — Leadership Coach | Speaker | Culture Specialist | Podcast Host • Partnership: In collaboration with Hello Coach • Themes: Leadership, Coaching, Emotional Intelligence, Trust, Empathy, Accountability, Mental Wellness, Resilience⸻⏰ Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Hello Coach partnership offer00:51 – Welcome to The Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz01:09 – Meet Pearl Tshabalala: Leadership & Wellness Coach02:19 – Why leadership development matters04:01 – The benefits of leadership coaching05:33 – Emotional intelligence & self-awareness in leadership07:03 – Mental well-being and leadership balance09:06 – The importance of trust in leadership10:15 – How to build trust within teams13:00 – Accountability and empowerment in leadership15:01 – The difference between being a boss and a leader17:43 – Balancing accountability and empathy20:02 – The power of consistency in leadership21:28 – Building resilience & avoiding burnout23:26 – Defining purpose and meaning in leadership25:27 – Coaching as a support system for leaders28:44 – Avoiding burnout and the importance of rest31:28 – Realistic expectations and leadership character32:11 – Pearl’s three key takeaways for leaders33:52 – Closing thoughts and how to connect with Pearl⸻👥 About the GuestPearl TshabalalaLeadership, Life & Wellness Coach | Mentor | Wellness Counsellor | Employee Well-being SpecialistWith over 12 years’ experience as a psychosocial practitioner and social worker, Pearl helps individuals and organizations develop strong, emotionally intelligent leaders. She specializes in leadership development, coaching, and employee wellness, empowering people to thrive personally and professionally.🔗 Connect with Pearl on LinkedIn⸻🎙️ About the HostKevin BritzFounder of Leadership by Design | Leadership Coach | Speaker | Culture Specialist | Host of The Lunchtime SeriesKevin helps organizations and leaders unlock potential through coaching, leadership development, and purpose-driven culture design.🌐 www.kevinbritz.com📧 kevin@kevinbritz.com⸻🏷️ Tagsleadership, leadership development, coaching, leadership coaching, personal growth, emotional intelligence, wellness, life coaching, resilience, burnout prevention, accountability, empathy in leadership, trust, leadership mindset, self-awareness, mental health, workplace wellbeing, hello coach, lunchtime series, kevin britz, pearl tshabalala, leadership by design, career coaching, team development, culture design, employee wellness, motivation, leadership podcast, south africa coaching, self improvement, purpose driven leadership⸻

Welcome to Lunchtime Shares with your host Kevin Britz, joined by marketing communications expert and co-host Craig Page-Lee. In this episode, we dive into emotional intelligence in leadership—why EQ matters, and how leaders can use awareness, empathy, and intentional communication to build trust and performance.Kevin and Craig unpack five core EQ skills—empathy, self-awareness, emotional regulation, relationship management, and active listening—with practical phrases, real examples, and takeaways you can use today. They also revisit fresh insights from the latest Gen Z & Millennial workforce survey and explore the difference between intention vs. behaviour in leadership.✨ Please like, share, and subscribe for weekly conversations on coaching, leadership, and marketing!⸻🧭 Overview • Gen Z/Millennial workplace shifts and expectations • EQ as a leadership superpower (beyond technical skills) • Practical phrases for tense or high-stakes conversations • Handling triggers and staying regulated under pressure • Relationship management and conflict resolution • Active listening: asking how (not just why) to truly understand⸻⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Introduction00:11 – Welcome to Lunchtime Shares00:23 – Meet Craig Page-Lee, Marketing & Leadership Expert01:04 – Personal milestone: Craig becomes a father-in-law 🎉01:50 – Gen Z & Millennial Survey recap (key stats & takeaways)03:36 – Today’s topic: Emotional Intelligence & Leadership04:12 – What is EQ and why it matters at work06:05 – Intention vs. behaviour in real leadership10:05 – Communication, sensitivity & EQ at senior levels11:05 – The 5 EQ skills overview12:00 – Skill 1: Empathy & perspective-taking14:00 – Curiosity over judgment: seeing other perspectives15:02 – Skill 2: Self-awareness (triggers, impact, feedback)17:18 – Skill 3: Emotional regulation under pressure19:11 – Human needs & why regulation slips20:00 – Skill 4: Relationship management & conflict models22:00 – Skill 5: Active listening that builds trust23:15 – NLP lens: asking “how” vs. “why”26:06 – Signs of low EQ in teams27:59 – Real-life example: navigating a difficult conversation30:34 – Leadership, inclusion, and social awareness31:34 – Quote of the day: Brené Brown on connection32:01 – Practicing EQ daily (habits & phrases)32:51 – Outro: Like, share & subscribe⸻👤 About the HostKevin Britz is a leadership and transformation coach and marketing strategist, and the founder of Leadership by Design (LBD). He helps individuals and organizations achieve sustainable, “in-flight” results through conscious communication, people-centric leadership, and practical systems for growth.⸻🎙️ About the Guest / Co-HostCraig Page-Lee is a seasoned marketing communications expert and leadership thinker. With extensive experience in brand strategy, customer engagement, and business growth, Craig brings nuanced, real-world insight to the human side of leadership and organizational performance.⸻🔖 Tags (each ending with a comma)leadership,emotional intelligence,emotional regulation,empathy,communication skills,marketing leadership,coaching,leadership podcast,workplace intelligence,self-awareness,active listening,Gen Z workforce,millennial trends,relationship management,leadership development,Brené Brown,intention vs behaviour,executive coaching,mindful leadership,team management,business podcast,Leadership by Design,Kevin Britz,Craig Page-Lee,Lunchtime Shares,human leadership,coaching conversations,Inc Magazine,emotional intelligence in business,conscious leadership,EQ for leaders,leadership skills,leadership training,emotional awareness,workplace well-being,leadership growth,professional development,emotional maturity,

We unpack the fascinating topic of Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) in leadership — exploring how values, purpose, and meaning can transform not just organizations, but also people’s lives. Nadia shares her personal journey, the neuroscience behind SQ, and how leaders can integrate spiritual intelligence into everyday practices to drive impact, trust, and authentic connection.If you’ve ever wondered how spirituality fits into leadership without being about religion, this is the conversation you need to hear.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to help us grow this channel!⸻🕒 Timestamps0:00 – Intro & welcome0:39 – Meet Nadia Barsch, Executive Head of Business Enterprise at LRMG1:14 – Leadership development and Nadia’s background2:23 – Why spiritual intelligence matters in leadership3:43 – Personal roots and influence of upbringing5:04 – Spiritual intelligence vs. religion6:20 – Neuroscience and spiritual intelligence in practice8:43 – Stories of leaders with strong SQ10:13 – Authentic leadership and meaning-making12:22 – The corporate gap: why organizations are spiritually starved14:04 – Crisis, chaos, and the need for conscious leadership15:06 – Silence, stillness, and practices for leaders17:03 – Chaos vs. signal: finding your true focus18:36 – AI vs. Human Intelligence vs. Spiritual Intelligence21:22 – Skills-based economy & the great unlearning23:04 – What SQ looks like in organizations24:43 – Practical exercises: breathing, pauses, perspective-taking26:43 – Authentic conversations & trust in leadership27:59 – Conscious living vs. unconscious living29:53 – Nadia’s work at LRMG and workforce readiness32:40 – How to connect with Nadia⸻🙋 About the Guest: Nadia Barsch • Role: Executive Head of Business Enterprise, LRMG • Expertise: Leadership development, strategic learning solutions, workforce readiness • Focus: Helping leaders embrace purpose, values, and meaning to create lasting business impact • Passion: Spiritual intelligence as a force multiplier for good in organizations and communities • Connect with Nadia: LinkedIn – Nadia Barsch | LRMG Website or https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-barsch-8ba402b/⸻🎙 About the Host: Kevin BritzKevin Britz is a leadership coach, speaker, and content creator dedicated to unlocking human potential. He is the host of The Lunchtime Series, a podcast and YouTube show where he speaks with thought leaders, coaches, and executives around the world about leadership, culture, and transformation.🌐 Learn more: www.kevinbritz.com⸻🔖 Tagsleadership, coaching, marketing, spiritual intelligence, SQ, EQ, IQ, human intelligence, AI vs HI, leadership development, Kevin Britz, The Lunchtime Series, Nadia Barsch, LRMG, workforce readiness, neuroscience of leadership, authentic leadership, business impact, purpose-driven leadership, organizational culture, future of work, conscious leadership, values in business, executive coaching, leadership podcast

Good afternoon and welcome to The Lunchtime Series! In today’s Marketing & Leadership segment, I’m joined by co-host and marketing/communications expert Craig Page-Lee. We recap last episode’s big takeaways on how AI is enhancing customer experience (personalisation, proactive service, omnichannel, self-service, call-center upgrades), then dive into 10 practical ChatGPT prompt frameworks every marketer can use — from Scarcity Theory and Social Proof to the Endowment Effect.You’ll hear how to craft better prompts (because quality questions = quality outputs), how NLP concepts underpin persuasive language, and why credibility, bias, and emotional forecasting matter in real campaigns. We close with an Einstein quote and a quick programming note: the show’s back every Wednesday and Thursday weekly.👇 Chapters below. Like, share, and subscribe to help the channel grow!Overview • Quick life update (Europe trip, Eugene’s 40th, we got married 🎉). • Recap: AI powering CX across retail and call centers. • Main topic: Generative AI for marketers — 10 prompt patterns you can apply today. • How to engineer better prompts and avoid “rubbish in, rubbish out.” • Practical examples, team use, and finishing insights.About the Guest — Craig Page-LeeCraig Page-Lee is a seasoned marketing and communications strategist, agency leader, and co-host of the Lunchtime Series. He specialises in brand strategy, retail and customer experience, and the practical application of AI to accelerate marketing effectiveness. Craig is known for turning complex concepts into tight, usable playbooks for marketers and exec teams.About the Host — Kevin BritzKevin Britz is a leadership coach, program designer, speaker, and host of The Lunchtime Series. He helps teams and leaders SHIFT into future-ready thinking, bridging AI vs HI (Human Intelligence) with practical frameworks for creativity, attention, self-management, critical thinking, and social intelligence. Kevin’s work spans executive coaching, culture transformation, and high-performance team enablement.Episode Details / Key Takeaways • AI’s CX edge: personalisation, proactive service, omnichannel, self-service, and smarter call-center ops. • Better prompting = better strategy: use 10 prompt frameworks to shape campaigns and briefs. • BleKevin Britz, Lunchtime Series, Craig Page-Lee, marketing, leadership, customer experience, AI, generative AI, ChatGPT, prompt engineering, marketing prompts, NLP, social proof, scarcity, hierarchy of effects, primacy effect, recency effect, affective forecasting, endowment effect,nd NLP-style language, credibility cues, and social proof to move from idea → action. • Use affective forecasting and endowment to ethically connect emotion to value. • Build your ChatGPT “voice”: define tone, constraints, and keep questioning to get quality.Call to ActionIf this helped, like, comment, and share. Tell us which prompt you’ll test first — and we’ll workshop examples in a future episode. Subscribe for new episodes every Wednesday & Thursday.Tags (comma-separated)

We unpack the fascinating topic of Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) in leadership — exploring how values, purpose, and meaning can transform not just organizations, but also people’s lives. Nadia shares her personal journey, the neuroscience behind SQ, and how leaders can integrate spiritual intelligence into everyday practices to drive impact, trust, and authentic connection.If you’ve ever wondered how spirituality fits into leadership without being about religion, this is the conversation you need to hear.👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to help us grow this channel!⸻🕒 Timestamps0:00 – Intro & welcome0:39 – Meet Nadia Barsch, Executive Head of Business Enterprise at LRMG1:14 – Leadership development and Nadia’s background2:23 – Why spiritual intelligence matters in leadership3:43 – Personal roots and influence of upbringing5:04 – Spiritual intelligence vs. religion6:20 – Neuroscience and spiritual intelligence in practice8:43 – Stories of leaders with strong SQ10:13 – Authentic leadership and meaning-making12:22 – The corporate gap: why organizations are spiritually starved14:04 – Crisis, chaos, and the need for conscious leadership15:06 – Silence, stillness, and practices for leaders17:03 – Chaos vs. signal: finding your true focus18:36 – AI vs. Human Intelligence vs. Spiritual Intelligence21:22 – Skills-based economy & the great unlearning23:04 – What SQ looks like in organizations24:43 – Practical exercises: breathing, pauses, perspective-taking26:43 – Authentic conversations & trust in leadership27:59 – Conscious living vs. unconscious living29:53 – Nadia’s work at LRMG and workforce readiness32:40 – How to connect with Nadia⸻🙋 About the Guest: Nadia Barsch • Role: Executive Head of Business Enterprise, LRMG • Expertise: Leadership development, strategic learning solutions, workforce readiness • Focus: Helping leaders embrace purpose, values, and meaning to create lasting business impact • Passion: Spiritual intelligence as a force multiplier for good in organizations and communities • Connect with Nadia: LinkedIn – Nadia Barsch | LRMG Website or https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadia-barsch-8ba402b/⸻🎙 About the Host: Kevin BritzKevin Britz is a leadership coach, speaker, and content creator dedicated to unlocking human potential. He is the host of The Lunchtime Series, a podcast and YouTube show where he speaks with thought leaders, coaches, and executives around the world about leadership, culture, and transformation.🌐 Learn more: www.kevinbritz.com⸻🔖 Tagsleadership, coaching, marketing, spiritual intelligence, SQ, EQ, IQ, human intelligence, AI vs HI, leadership development, Kevin Britz, The Lunchtime Series, Nadia Barsch, LRMG, workforce readiness, neuroscience of leadership, authentic leadership, business impact, purpose-driven leadership, organizational culture, future of work, conscious leadership, values in business, executive coaching, leadership podcast

Today’s coaching segment features Charlene Naicker — Life Coach, NLP Practitioner, and Neurozone®–accredited Brain & Body Physiology Coach. We unpack the journey from human doing back to human being, practical ways to spot and disarm impostor syndrome, and small, intentional habits that build real resilience: breathing, grounding, journaling, circadian rhythms, energy management, and “bouncing forward” (not just “back”).We also explore how belonging, inclusion, and the brain–body connection drive performance at work — plus a simple mental memo: “Under New Management.”👏 If this helped, please like, share, and subscribe to grow the channel.🎁 Partner Offer — Hello CoachUnlock your personal & professional potential with a 40-minute private coaching session. Choose consistency with one coach or rotate for fresh perspective — your privacy, protected.Claim your special offer: [Hello Coach link]Promo code: lunchtime series⸻ABOUT THE GUEST — Charlene NaickerCharlene is a Life Coach, NLP Practitioner, and Neurozone®–accredited Brain & Body Physiology Coach. She helps clients transform mind, body, and soul through practical, science-informed tools: resilience assessments, behaviour change habits, and grounding practices that restore authenticity, confidence, and connection. Her work focuses on: • Resilience building (59 neuro-behaviours; risk reduction for anxiety/burnout) • Impostor syndrome reframes and action steps • Inclusion & belonging to strengthen team performance • Human vs human-doing: returning to presence, choice, and free willContact Charlene: charlenenaicker29@gmail.com⸻ABOUT THE HOST — Kevin BritzKevin Britz is an executive coach, speaker, and host of The Lunchtime Series. He helps leaders and teams develop HI (Human Intelligence) skills that AI can’t replace: creativity, critical thinking, social intelligence, self-management, and attention management. Kevin’s work bridges coaching, leadership, and marketing to turn insight into action and measurable results.⸻LINKS & RESOURCES• 🎁 Hello Coach Special Offer: https://www.kevinbritz.com/hellocoach/ Promo code: lunchtime series• Guest: Charlene Naicker — charlenenaicker29@gmail.com• Host: Kevin Britz — www.kevinbritz.com⸻TAGSKevin Britz, Charlene Naicker, The Lunchtime Series, coaching, life coaching, NLP, Neurozone, brain body connection, resilience, impostor syndrome, authenticity, human vs human doing, grounding, breathwork, journaling, circadian rhythm, inclusion, diversity equity inclusion belonging, belonging, leadership, future of work, HI vs AI, human intelligence, neuroplasticity, pluralistic ignorance, mental health, self awareness, personal development, professional development, team performance, change management, transformation, bounce forward, psychology, wellbeing, South Africa, Hello Coach

GET YOUR SPECIAL OFFER FROM HELLOCOACH TODAY with Promocode: LunchTimeSeriesCLICK HERE: https://www.kevinbritz.com/hellocoach/________________In this episode of The Lunchtime Series, Kevin Britz sits down with Magda Dippenaar, Growth Mindset Coach, to explore the deep and practical layers of emotional intelligence (EQ) — from self-awareness and self-management to empathy, curiosity, and the power of grace.Magda shares powerful analogies, personal stories, and practical coaching insights that help us see emotions not as enemies, but as opportunities for growth. Together, we unpack why EQ is still one of the most critical human skills in leadership, relationships, and personal growth — and how leaning into curiosity can transform how we show up in the world.If you want to better understand yourself and others, break free from old stories, and create healthier emotional responses, this conversation will give you tools and fresh perspectives to get started.⸻Timestamps0:00 – Introduction1:24 – Resilience, adjusting, and overcoming obstacles2:27 – Magda’s background and personal journey5:16 – Waterfall vs. well: an EQ analogy6:19 – How triggers form and why we repeat patterns8:36 – The shame of emotions and reframing feelings10:25 – The spectrum of emotions and their root causes13:09 – Whose voice is it? Releasing inherited stories15:16 – Identity, self-awareness, and life timelines18:00 – How insecurity and confidence impact awareness19:45 – Building a future identity instead of repeating the past20:59 – The role of anger and asking deeper questions22:55 – Staying open in uncomfortable situations24:03 – Context, content, and emotional framing26:40 – Grace: for self and others28:01 – Self-management as accountability31:39 – Why EQ is still vital in 202535:51 – Self-motivation and the hidden drivers of procrastination39:11 – Moving from judgment to curiosity40:14 – Other-awareness in action40:47 – Healthy vs unhealthy empathy43:52 – Context and boundaries in empathy44:59 – Wisdom in choosing your response45:11 – Key takeaway: talking can heal the world46:41 – How to connect with Magda⸻About the Guest – Magda Dippenaar - email: magda@growthmindsetcoach.co.zalinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/magdamindsetcoach/Magda Dippenaar is a Growth Mindset Coach with a deep passion for helping people understand their emotions and transform challenges into opportunities for personal and relational growth. Drawing from her own life experiences and faith, Magda empowers individuals to pause, reflect, and navigate life with greater self-awareness, grace, and purpose.⸻About the Host – Kevin BritzKevin Britz is a leadership coach, speaker, and host of The Lunchtime Series. With over 15 years of experience in leadership development, business consulting, and people transformation, Kevin empowers individuals and teams to unlock their full potential. His work bridges strategy, human intelligence, and personal growth — helping leaders thrive in the evolving workplace.🌐 www.kevinbritz.com⸻Tags#KevinBritz, #MagdaDippenaar, #ContagiousIdentity, #EmotionalIntelligence, #EQ, #SelfAwareness, #SelfManagement, #Empathy, #Leadership, #Coaching, #GrowthMindset, #PersonalDevelopment, #MindsetCoach, #Resilience, #Grace, #Curiosity, #FutureOfWork, #HumanSkills, #Relationships, #Emotions, #Healing, #LeadershipDevelopment, #LunchtimeSeries, #Podcast, #SelfMotivation, #EmotionalResilience, #MentalHealth, #Mindset

In this 30th episode of 2025, I’m joined by marketing and communications expert, strategist, and my co-host Craig Page-Lee. Together, we explore the powerful role of the CEO as the Chief Storyteller, inspired by a recent McKinsey article.We unpack: • Why storytelling is a CEO’s most valuable leadership tool • The three key actions CEOs must master to tell their story effectively • How culture, trust, and transparency shape an organization’s narrative • Why AI, disruption, and global uncertainty are changing the story of business • Practical steps for leaders to set the tone, champion culture, and call decisive plays in critical momentsWhether you’re a CEO, leader, or aspiring executive, this episode will help you understand how to lead with story, build trust, and create a lasting impact.📌 Please remember to like, share, and subscribe so you don’t miss our weekly conversations.🎙 Listen on YouTube or on all major podcast platforms.⸻Episode OverviewIn this week’s episode of The Lunchtime Series, Kevin Britz and Craig Page-Lee deep dive into the CEO as Chief Storyteller. Drawing on McKinsey research and real-world examples, they discuss the growing expectation for CEOs to embody the organization’s vision and values — and communicate them clearly to employees, stakeholders, and the public.This episode covers: 1. The shifting business landscape and why storytelling is now a survival skill 2. Three key leadership actions that make CEOs compelling storytellers 3. The link between organizational culture and stakeholder trust 4. Navigating perma-crisis and misinformation with agility and clarity 5. Why the most powerful person in the world is the storyteller (Steve Jobs)⸻Timestamps00:00 – Introduction00:11 – Welcome to The Lunchtime Series (Episode 30 of 2025)01:27 – Recap of last week’s conversation on fractional leadership03:35 – This week’s topic: The CEO as Chief Storyteller (McKinsey)06:29 – The evolving business landscape and its impact on leadership09:10 – Stakeholder influence and trust in CEOs14:45 – Action 1: Set the tone for the organization18:09 – Why spending 30% of time with stakeholders matters20:16 – Storytelling example from Wimpy’s executive presentation22:39 – The four “W”s every CEO must answer23:00 – Action 2: Articulate and champion the organization’s culture25:28 – CEOs who live their culture (Capitec & AVBOB examples)27:56 – Action 3: Call the deciding play in critical moments30:48 – The challenge of perma-crisis and misinformation33:03 – Three steps for effective decision-making in critical moments35:38 – Why strong culture and agility are the CEO’s best tools36:32 – Closing thoughts: The most powerful person in the world is the storyteller⸻About the Guest – Craig Page-LeeCraig Page-Lee is a seasoned marketing and communications strategist with extensive experience in brand positioning, integrated campaigns, and leadership communication. As co-host of The Lunchtime Series, Craig brings a wealth of industry insight, backed by decades of working with global brands and senior leaders.⸻About the Host – Kevin BritzKevin Britz is a leadership coach, business strategist, and host of The Lunchtime Series. With over 15 years in leadership development, Kevin empowers individuals and organizations to unlock their potential through strategic coaching, cultural transformation, and high-performance team building.🌐 www.kevinbritz.com⸻Tags#Leadership, #CEOStorytelling, #McKinsey, #CraigPageLee, #KevinBritz, #ContagiousIdentity, #ExecutiveLeadership, #CorporateCulture, #StakeholderEngagement, #ChiefStoryteller, #BusinessStrategy, #OrganizationalCulture, #CEOCommunication, #LeadershipDevelopment, #CrisisLeadership, #McKinseyInsights, #LeadershipPodcast, #MarketingStrategy, #FutureOfWork, #AIandLeadership, #LunchtimeSeries, #StorytellingInBusiness, #BusinessTransformation, #CultureChampions, #LeadershipCoaching

🎙️ The Lunchtime Series with Kevin BritzWhere leadership meets transformation—and conversations shift mindsets.In this powerful episode, Kevin Britz sits down with Pastor Steven Lopepe - visionary leader, entrepreneur, author, and Chairman & CEO of Destiny Builders Africa and Consortium.With over 30 years of experience in social development, ministry, and leadership across Africa, Pastor Steven shares his unwavering vision for a Pan-African University of Leadership and Management, the importance of African alignment, and how pressure is often the divine signal that your purpose is calling.⸻🔍 In this episode, we explore: • Why alignment is the foundation of personal and continental transformation • The distinction between leaders and managers—and why Africa needs both • How frustration is often the emergence of your dormant gift • The roles of introducers, facilitators, and transformers in building generational legacy • Destiny Builders Africa’s mission to bridge business, ministry, and education across the continent • The vision to launch a mobile and physical university from the DRC, powered by Pan-African collaboration💡 Whether you’re a coach, investor, teacher, builder, or visionary - this isn’t just a conversation. It’s a call to build, to align, and to rise.⸻⏱️ Timestamps • 0:00 – Introduction with Kevin Britz • 0:22 – Meet Pastor Steven Lopepe • 1:00 – His journey from the DRC to continent-wide impact • 2:00 – Why his mission is “from zero to hero” • 4:00 – The call to build: from mega-churches to social enterprises • 7:00 – Africa’s potential vs. dependency on the West • 8:30 – Alignment as a catalyst for development • 10:00 – The three roles: Introducers, Facilitators, Transformers • 13:00 – Structure as a driver of sustainable progress • 15:00 – The Pan-African University of Leadership & Management vision • 18:00 – Cultural metaphor: Africa as a body in motion • 21:00 – The role of education in preserving transformation • 23:00 – Mobile education as the next frontier • 26:00 – Legacy Builders Africa conferences and cross-border collaboration • 30:00 – Real impact stories: from free training to business success • 33:00 – Africa’s untapped business opportunities • 36:00 – Final message: Pressure means you’re ready to rise⸻🎙️ HostKevin BritzExecutive Coach | Founder, Contagious Identity™📎 www.kevinbritz.com🔗 Linktree: Kevin Britz⸻🧑🏾‍🏫 GuestPastor Steven LopepeChairman & CEO, Destiny Builders AfricaFounder, Legacy Builders Africa ConferencesAuthor of From Zero to Hero | Visionary behind the Pan-African University for Leadership📘 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/stevenlopepe⸻🔗 Additional Resources • Connect with Destiny Builders Africa: [Insert Link] • WhatsApp Business Contact: [Insert Link] • Purchase the Book From Zero to Hero: [Amazon / Publisher link]⸻🏷 TagsKevin Britz, Steven Lopepe, Destiny Builders Africa, Pan-African leadership, African culture shift, Contagious Identity, African entrepreneurship, mobile education, African management, visionary leaders, zero to hero, black excellence, African university, faith and leadership, Africa rising, facilitators and transformers, building legacy, leadership podcast Africa, coaching in Africa

🎙️ Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz | Featuring Craig Page-Lee — The Rise of Fractional Leadership🔔 Like, comment, and subscribe to stay up to date with the latest insights in leadership, coaching, and marketing. In this episode, Kevin Britz is joined by co-host and marketing communications expert Craig Page-Lee for a deep dive into one of the most significant emerging trends in the modern workplace: Fractional Leadership.From the evolution of leadership post-pandemic to the role of fractional executives in scaling businesses without long-term overheads, this discussion is a must-watch for anyone navigating the future of work. Craig unpacks the rise, relevance, and reality of fractional leadership—its impact, its potential, and the personal adaptability required to thrive in this space.We also talk rugby, tennis, and how shifting global dynamics are shaping business culture, flexibility, and career development.⸻🔎 EPISODE OVERVIEW: • The role of attention in modern leadership • What is Fractional Leadership? • Benefits and challenges of this model • Impact on employee culture and strategic decision-making • Global shifts influencing leadership structures • How to prepare for the future of work • The personality traits suited to fractional leadership⸻🕒 TIMESTAMPS:00:00 – Introduction00:07 – Welcome to The Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz00:23 – Catching up with Craig Page-Lee: Rugby, Tennis, and Sport Highlights03:30 – Recap of Last Week: Mastering the Art of Attention in Leadership05:10 – Introducing Today’s Topic: Fractional Leadership06:00 – Defining Fractional Leadership: More Than Consulting08:00 – Benefits for Businesses: Expertise, Flexibility, Impact10:30 – Why It’s Booming Post-Pandemic13:00 – Cultural and Career Shifts Driving the Change15:00 – Strategic Thinking and AI-Ready Leadership17:00 – Benefits for Employees and Career Flexibility20:00 – Downsides and Challenges of the Model22:30 – Personal Fit: Is This Leadership Model for You?24:00 – The Future of Work and Final Reflections⸻👤 ABOUT THE HOST:Kevin BritzExecutive Coach | Podcast Host | Leadership StrategistKevin leads with insight, innovation, and results in the realms of coaching, marketing, and leadership. He is the host of The Lunchtime Series, where he features global thought leaders, changemakers, and bold voices driving the future of work.🌐 www.kevinbritz.com⸻🎙️ ABOUT THE GUEST:Craig Page-LeeMarketing & Communications Specialist | Leadership Commentator | Co-HostCraig brings decades of experience in marketing strategy, executive insights, and brand development. As a recurring co-host on the Lunchtime Series, he delivers practical, informed perspectives on the evolving leadership landscape.⸻📌 TAGS (SEO):fractional leadership, future of work, leadership development, Kevin Britz, Craig Page-Lee, executive coaching, marketing strategy, fractional executive, business trends, coaching culture, leadership models, remote leadership, podcast South Africa, modern workplace, Lunchtime Series, attention management, self-leadership, adaptive leadership, AI in leadership, flexible work, fractional CMO, fractional CFO, career strategy, post-pandemic work

Welcome to another profound episode of *The Lunchtime Series* with your host Kevin Britz. In today’s groundbreaking conversation, we dive into the world of *conscious business transformation* with visionary guest **Charley Johnson** — former president of the Pay It Forward Foundation and pioneer of the *Chief Consciousness Officer (CCO)* movement.This episode unpacks:* Why the role of CCO is becoming essential in modern organizations* The integration of consciousness into leadership, culture, and decision-making* How neutrality, awareness, and access to source intelligence are reshaping business strategyIf you've ever felt like the current leadership paradigm is too rigid, too reactive, or simply outdated, this is the conversation you didn’t know you were waiting for.🔗 Connect with Charley Johnson: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjconsciousness](https://www.linkedin.com/in/cjconsciousness)🧠 Expand your own consciousness as a leader. Watch, comment, and subscribe — and help us shift the global business landscape from transactional to transformational.---Timestamps00:00 – Intro & Welcome00:23 – What is a Chief Consciousness Officer?01:40 – Charley Johnson’s journey from corporate to consciousness05:04 – Fear of flying & Universal redirection07:30 – Meeting the teacher who changed everything09:18 – The neutrality breakthrough12:00 – Division, bias, and corporate conflict15:05 – The bridge between AI and consciousness17:00 – What the CCO actually does in an organization20:00 – Tangible impact on burnout, retention & culture23:00 – Consciousness vs. being conscious (noun vs. verb)26:00 – How every decision is rooted in awareness29:00 – Reframing ROI from a consciousness lens32:00 – Practical next steps for leaders35:00 – The future of business: CCOs in every boardroom---About the Host**Kevin Britz** is a dynamic executive coach, speaker, and host of *The Lunchtime Series*. As the founder of *Contagious Identity*, Kevin empowers leaders and teams through human intelligence, team dynamics, and powerful transformation strategies.About the GuestCharley Johnson is a seasoned entrepreneur, consciousness mentor, and former president of the Pay It Forward Foundation. With 20+ years in leadership and a decade of mentorship under a master teacher, Charley now trains leaders globally on integrating consciousness into the C-suite via the revolutionary Chief Consciousness Officer role.---Tagsconsciousness, corporate leadership, AI and consciousness, Kevin Britz, Charley Johnson, Lunchtime Series, conscious business, conscious leadership, business transformation, organizational culture, CCO, Chief Consciousness Officer, human intelligence, workplace wellbeing, neutrality, burnout, retention, leadership strategy, spiritual intelligence, future of work, emotional intelligence, business coaching, executive coaching, Pay It Forward Foundation, LinkedIn, workplace happiness, transformational leadership, coaching, modern leadership-

Good afternoon and welcome to The Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz – where leadership, marketing, and human behavior converge.In this week’s compelling episode, Kevin is joined once again by marketing and strategy powerhouse Craig Page-Lee, and features a special spotlight on Charley Johnson, renowned consciousness architect and expert in human behavior and attention.We dive into McKinsey’s groundbreaking report, “The Attention Equation”, unpacking the powerful truth: in a world of noise, attention equals focus times time.🎯 You’ll discover: • Why attention is not created equal • What the seven consumer segments reveal about buying behavior • How brands are missing the mark by prioritizing quantity over quality • The rise of short-form, multi-device content consumption • What leaders can learn from marketers in an attention-starved worldKevin and Craig decode how our fragmented media diets, short attention spans, and emotional consumption habits are reshaping both content and leadership.Meanwhile, Charley Johnson adds his signature insight, elevating the dialogue toward conscious marketing and soul-aligned engagement.🔥 Plus, we explore the paradox: if attention is the purest form of generosity, why are brands exploiting it? And what’s next for leaders who want to capture hearts—not just clicks?⸻⏱ Timestamps0:00 – Intro & welcome0:45 – Christmas countdown & state of the world1:40 – Recap of last week’s trends: sober curious, #noby20253:00 – Today’s topic: McKinsey’s “Attention Equation”4:20 – Attention = Focus x Time5:40 – The myth of longer engagement6:30 – Flow state & time bending8:00 – Fragmented attention and 20 media channels10:30 – TikTok’s domination and 10-second ads12:00 – Media multitasking and screen fatigue14:00 – South Africa’s top social media usage15:30 – Why monetization isn’t working like it used to17:00 – The 5 reasons people consume content18:40 – The 7 consumer segments revealed21:00 – Community trendsetters & mobile scrollers24:00 – Digital traditionalists & thrifty thinkers25:30 – Multiscreen futures & co-created content26:30 – Quote of the week: “Attention is the rarest and purest form of generosity”⸻👤 HostKevin BritzExecutive Coach | Founder of Contagious Identity | Podcast Host of The Lunchtime Series🔗 www.kevinbritz.com⸻🎙 Co-HostCraig Page-LeeMarketing & Communications Strategist | Consumer Trends Analyst⸻🌟 Special Guest SpotlightCharley JohnsonConsciousness Architect | Global Speaker | Human Behavior Specialist🔗 Charley Johnson on LinkedIn⸻🏷 Tagsattention economy, McKinsey attention equation, Kevin Britz, Craig Page-Lee, Charley Johnson, consumer behavior 2025, marketing trends 2025, leadership podcast, South African leadership, human behavior expert, attention x focus, TikTok marketing, brand strategy 2025, content segmentation, consumer psychology, how to capture attention, podcast South Africa, Lunchtime Series, digital attention span, neuroscience of attention, marketing insights 2025, future of media, emotional marketing, consumer segments, multidimensional leadership

Welcome to another episode of The Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz — where we serve insights that nourish leadership, impact, and transformation. In this powerful conversation, Kevin is joined once again by the brilliant Kylee Leota — author, executive coach, and creator of the *Infinite Leadership Framework*. Together, they unpack the pillars that drive authentic self-leadership, high-performing teams, and meaningful change.Fresh off the launch of her book *Infinite Leadership* and her experience speaking in Times Square, Kylee shares deeply personal and practical insights that leaders can immediately apply. From understanding the role of identity, to shifting environments for mental resets, to conquering fear by running *toward* the storm like a Native American buffalo — this episode is both practical and profound.Whether you're leading a team, a business, or yourself through transition, this is the conversation you didn't know you needed. Dive in and rediscover your leadership through the lens of intention, reflection, and sustainable transformation.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro to the Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz00:20 - Meet Kylee Leota: Author, Coach & Infinite Leadership Creator01:00 - Kylee's New York book launch & global leadership perspective03:00 - Why Kylee wrote *Infinite Leadership* & how it started with self04:10 - The 8 Pillars of Infinite Leadership explained (IDENTITY to ECOSYSTEM)06:00 - Changing environments to shift your energy & state09:00 - Pattern-breaking: The power of micro-movements12:00 - Reflect, Review, Recalibrate: Kylee’s self-leadership model15:00 - Identity as the foundation of transformation17:00 - Enneagram, ego, emotional agility & leadership behavior21:00 - Psychological safety and its link to communication and ego25:00 - Fearlessness and the Native American buffalo analogy28:00 - Innovation through emotional regulation31:00 - The role of ego in everyday leadership35:00 - Creating influence through psychological safety37:00 - Ecosystems: Inner harmony & outer alignment42:00 - Remembering vs reinventing: The knowing within46:00 - Practical shifts: From energy audits to time buffers48:00 - Kylee's final advice + where to get the book & connectTags:Kylee Leota, Kevin Britz, Infinite Leadership, Executive Coaching, Leadership Development, Self Leadership, Emotional Agility, Fearless Leadership, Enneagram in Leadership, Psychological Safety, Workplace Coaching, Identity in Leadership, Transformational Leadership, Leadership Podcast, Leadership Tools, Leadership Strategy, Conscious Leadership, Coaching Conversations, Team Dynamics, Leadership Growth, Leadership Reset, Reflection Practice, Knowing and Intuition, Spiritual Leadership, Mindful LeadershipGuest:Kylee Leota* Author of Infinite Leadership* Executive Coach, Leadership & D\&I Expert* Founder of Elements for Success* [www.elementsforsuccess.com.au](http://www.elementsforsuccess.com.au)* Available on LinkedIn, Instagram, and FacebookHost:Kevin Britz* Host of *The Lunchtime Series** Executive Coach & Leadership Strategist* Creator of Contagious Identity* http://www.kevinbritz.comWatch. Reflect. Lead.**==Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe — and share this episode with someone who needs a leadership breakthrough.#InfiniteLeadership #KevinBritz #KyleeLeota #LeadershipPodcast #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #FearlessLeadership #SelfLeadership #Enneagram #PsychologicalSafety #LeadershipTools #TeamDynamics

Welcome to The Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz, where leadership meets insight and future-forward marketing takes center stage. In this powerful final episode for June 2025, Kevin Britz and marketing futurist Craig Page-Lee dive deep into the fringe consumer behavior forces rapidly moving from the edge to the epicenter of modern brand strategy.Together, they unpack: • The Longevity Economy and age-driven innovation • The Gen Z-fueled #NoBuy Movement and the paradox of spending + conscious restraint • The rise of the Sober Curious lifestyle and how it’s disrupting the beverage industry • Emerging Crowdshipping innovations in grocery logistics across developing marketsThis is not just a conversation — it’s a signal broadcast for marketers, brand leaders, and future-thinkers.🔗 Listen. Reflect. Realign.Subscribe and share to ripple these conversations into your world.⸻⏱️ Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Wrapping up June & entering H2 202501:00 – Recap: 5 Key Consumer Behaviors from McKinsey’s “State of the Consumer 2025”04:00 – Fringe Force 1: Longevity & Age-Driven Innovation07:25 – Shifting Perceptions of Aging09:00 – Fringe Force 2: The #NoBuy Movement – Gen Z’s Intentional Pause12:40 – Gen Z: Duality of Conscious Minimalism + Value-Based Splurges15:00 – What Brands Must Do: Design for Duality, Justify Value, Enable Opt-Out17:00 – Fringe Force 3: The Rise of the Sober Curious Movement20:40 – 7 Reasons Gen Z is Reassessing Alcohol25:30 – New Social Rituals, Mental Health Priorities & Biohacking28:40 – Fringe Force 4: Crowdshipping & E-Groceries in Emerging Markets32:30 – The Future of Micro Logistics and Urban Convenience34:10 – 6 Key Trends Every Brand Must Track for the Next Decade36:40 – Final Thoughts: Fringe is Now Center Stage⸻🧠 About This EpisodeThis episode is a pulse check on the next era of consumer consciousness. Craig Page-Lee brings razor-sharp insight into behavioral shifts and their commercial implications, while Kevin Britz grounds the discussion with actionable leadership and transformation wisdom.Together, they map the terrain brands must navigate — or be left behind.⸻🎙️ Host & Guest Info🎤 Host:Kevin BritzExecutive Coach, Leadership Strategist, and Founder of Contagious Identity.Host of The Lunchtime Series, Kevin is a voice for transformation and alignment in the age of AI and evolving human intelligence.Website: www.kevinbritz.comLinkedIn: Kevin Britz🎯 Guest:Craig Page-LeeMarketing & Communications Strategist | Brand FuturistCraig Page-Lee is a returning co-host and marketing authority, known for his ability to decode emerging trends and translate them into brand relevance. His expertise spans consumer psychology, communication strategy, and brand innovation.LinkedIn: Craig Page-Lee⸻🏷️ Tagsconsumer trends, marketing strategy, leadership podcast, Kevin Britz, Craig Page-Lee, longevity economy, sober curious, gen z marketing, #nobuy2025, conscious consumerism, fringe forces, future of branding, the lunchtime series, contagious identity, emerging markets, crowdshipping, e-groceries, sober living, age-driven innovation, brand design, contextual fluidity, ethical AI, marketing podcast, podcast South Africa, Mckinsey consumer trends, modern marketing, high-performance culture, emotional branding

🎙️ Lunchtime Series with Kevin BritzEpisode Title: Businesses Don’t Fail – They Commit SuicideGuest: Larry Mandelberg | Consultant, Author, Speaker | mandelberg.biz🔥 Full Episode DescriptionIn this high-voltage episode of The Lunchtime Series, Kevin Britz sits down with legendary business strategist and author Larry Mandelberg—a 5th-generation entrepreneur whose family legacy spans over 170 years of business continuity and reinvention. With a razor-sharp perspective and 23 years of primary research behind him, Larry delivers a deeply confronting thesis:“Businesses don’t fail from external forces.They die because of internal choices.They commit suicide.”This isn’t your average leadership pep talk. It’s a reality-check and roadmap for CEOs, founders, corporate executives, and ambitious changemakers who want to understand how success itself can become a silent killer when leadership becomes complacent.Larry brings a brutally honest and refreshingly grounded breakdown of his “3 Ps Framework” — Purpose, Performance, People — which he defines as non-financial leading indicators that determine whether a business thrives or dies.Drawing from his own experience owning 13 businesses (from tech startups and equipment rental to candle-making and consulting), Larry pulls back the curtain on how misaligned leadership, unclear organizational purpose, and disengaged teams are the true causes of collapse — not market shifts, pandemics, or competition.Kevin and Larry dig into real-world case studies, personal stories, and the neuroscience of decision-making, making this one of the most practical and psychologically resonant interviews to date.🧠 Key Learning Points • Why “leadership suicide” is the real cause of business failure – and how to recognize it before it’s too late • The 3 Ps That Matter Most: • Clarity of Purpose (everyone rowing in the same direction) • Consistency of Performance (rock-solid reliability beats innovation) • Engagement of People (employees who stay because they matter) • Why purpose is misunderstood by 90% of companies, and how this one thing determines your destiny • The Arc of Success™ – Larry’s lifecycle model that reveals the hidden death traps inside growing companies • The difference between strategy and tactics – and why most companies mistakenly chase sales and PR while ignoring the true leverage point: marketing intelligence • How corporate adolescence is a psychological stage — not just a size or revenue issue — and how to move through it before your business stalls • Why the customer is “always wrong” in B2B (and why that belief could save your margins)⏱️ Time-Stamps & Moments that Matter • 00:00 – Kevin opens the show with passion and insight • 00:56 – Larry’s legacy: 5 generations of survival, reinvention, and grit • 03:00 – Why businesses “commit suicide” — the origin of the book’s title • 09:50 – The 3 Ps every business must master or die • 14:00 – Why leaders fail to clarify purpose — and what it costs • 20:40 – The shocking truth about customers in B2B • 25:00 – Marketing is not sales — Larry’s bold distinction📚 About the GuestLarry Mandelberg is a consultant, speaker, and author of Businesses Don’t Fail They Commit Suicide. With over two decades of research, Larry helps companies grow through complexity, develop resilient leadership systems, and eliminate costly blind spots.👉 Website: mandelberg.biz👉 Book: Businesses Don’t Fail They Commit Suicide – Available via his site and major booksellers.🎧 About the HostKevin Britz is a renowned executive coach, facilitator, and the voice behind The Lunchtime Series. Known for his intuitive leadership style and deep dive interviews, Kevin brings thought leaders to the table to tackle the real issues behind growth, mindset, and human potential.🎙️ Learn more: kevinbritz.com

Welcome to another insightful edition of Lunchtime Shares with your host Kevin Britz and special guest and co-host, marketing and communications expert Craig Page-Lee. This episode dives deep into the evolving intersection of digital technology and sustainability, unpacking the concept of digital sustainability, real-world applications, and the responsibilities of major brands like Apple in this conversation. Kevin and Craig reflect on personal experiences, recent articles, and pose powerful questions about ethics, tech usage, and the future of sustainable innovation. A must-listen for leaders, marketers, and conscious tech users._📚 Overview of Information Covered1. Personal Catch-Up & Context • Kevin and Craig exchange updates on their weekends. • Kevin celebrates his daughter’s birthday with a Greek-themed celebration. • Craig shares stories from a 6-hour road trip to the bush, highlighting South Africa’s diverse weather and landscapes.2. Review of Last Week’s Episode • Focused on sustainability in marketing. • Three articles reviewed: 1. Navigating Sustainability and Marketing in 2025 – Diana Hernandez, Onodglobal. 2. Sustainable Shifts Consumers Expect in the Next Decade – GlobeScan. 3. Young People Are Disengaging from Sustainability – GlobeScan (May 28).3. Main Topic: Digital Sustainability • Definition: Aligning digital practices with sustainability principles to reduce environmental impact. • Current Impact: The internet accounts for 3.7% of global GHG emissions—equivalent to the aviation industry. • Examples: • Smart buildings, IoT, AI, and big data improving energy use and social safety nets. • UN Environment Program’s Code Action Plan: three systemic shifts: • Enable alignment • Mitigate negative impacts • Accelerate innovation4. Deep Dive Into the Intersectionality of Digital & Sustainability • Sourced from 4 academic articles including: • ScienceDirect, Porto Business School, and MLJCS.in • Key Concepts: • Tech as Enabler: • Environmental monitoring • Precision agriculture • Blockchain for supply chain traceability • Digital platforms for sustainable consumption • Negative Impacts: • High energy consumption of data centers • E-waste • Ethical issues around data and screen addiction • Discussion on Apple and other brands’ lack of transparency in communicating sustainability efforts publicly despite backend initiatives.5. Call for Ethical Design • Suggestion: Digital devices should proactively inform users of their environmental and psychological impact. • Advocates for: • Real-time sustainability meters in devices. • Ethical prompts around screen time and mental health. • Greater visibility into eco-conscious product design.6. Future Outlook • Anticipation of a future guest speaker to expand on product sustainability. • Highlighted examples: Smart cities, sustainable grids, and the wine industry’s use of drone tech.⸻⸻📌 Connect with Kevin Britz:🌐 https://www.kevinbritz.com🎙️ The Lunchtime Series Podcast📺 StartUpSA TV Host | Executive Coach | Contagious Identity CreatorTagsdigital sustainability, sustainability, marketing, leadership, Craig Page-Lee, Kevin Britz, Apple, iOS 26, green tech, digital transformation, smart cities, IoT, AI, mental health, screen time, ethical tech, greenhouse emissions, supply chain transparency, data centers, UN environment program, tech ethics, eco branding, consumer behavior, e-waste, blockchain, drone agriculture, sustainability in marketing, podcast episode

📌 OVERVIEWIn this powerful and heart-centered episode, Kevin Britz is joined by the insightful and compassionate Kate Garzon – a parenting educator, coach, and founder of Guided Parenting Support. Together, they explore the intersection of parenting and leadership, unpacking how our own childhood experiences shape our parenting styles and how those styles impact our work, leadership, and life.Kate provides a brilliant breakdown of the real emotional, biological, and economic costs of insufficient parental support systems, while offering simple, practical strategies that both leaders and parents can implement—starting today.Whether you’re a working parent, a team leader, or someone who wants to create more supportive environments for families, this conversation is a masterclass in empathy, neuroscience, and real-life leadership.🧠 Key topics include: • How your childhood shapes your parenting style • What modern working parents need from leaders • Why child-led play, sleep, and service matter more than trophies • How organisations can bake in parental support • The myth of “equal” in family and team dynamics • Shifting from punishment to connection🕒 TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Welcome & guest intro01:06 – What is Guided Parenting Support?02:30 – The link between parenting & corporate life04:00 – How your childhood affects your parenting approach06:00 – Generational trauma & biology08:15 – Parenting in today’s digital world09:55 – The “body budget” of working parents12:00 – The invisible toll of inadequate support systems14:45 – Global comparisons: US vs. Canada & Nordic models20:00 – Is better parental support really possible?21:10 – Low-cost strategies that support working parents24:00 – Team-based fairness vs. resentment26:00 – The impact of psychological safety at work27:30 – Where should parents focus their limited time?30:00 – The neuroscience of play & brain development33:00 – Releasing parental expectations36:00 – Play as a developmental superpower40:00 – Success story: From conflict to connection44:00 – Designing a parenting-friendly workplace47:00 – Why long-term investment in people matters48:40 – Where to find Kate Garzon online🎤 HOST: Kevin BritzLeadership coach, voice artist & host of The Lunchtime Series🌍 www.kevinbritz.com💡 GUEST: Kate Garzon🎯 Parent Educator, Coach, and Founder of Guided Parenting Support🌐 Website: https://guidedparentingsupport.com📺 YouTube: 130+ free parenting resource videos📲 Socials: All links on website📎 Don’t forget to like 👍, comment 💬, and subscribe 🔔 for more inspiring leadership & life conversations!#LunchtimeSeries #ParentingAndLeadership #WorkplaceWellbeing #KateGarzon #KevinBritz #ContagiousIdentity

Welcome back to The Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz and co-host Craig Page-Lee! 🎧 In this thought-provoking episode—the final one for May 2025—we dive deep into the future of leadership, business strategy, and creative thinking.We explore why logic alone is no longer enough, and how imagination, resonance, and storytelling are the true levers of transformation in the modern workplace.Featuring insights from a recent Fast Company article, we unpack how leadership must evolve from managing the known to imagining the unknown.If you’re a leader, strategist, creative, or anyone curious about the next frontier of business—this one’s for you. 👇⸻📍Timestamps00:06 – Welcome and intro 🎬00:55 – Kevin returns as “The Voice of Steve” 🎙️01:44 – Marketing through South African nuance 🇿🇦03:00 – CEO personal brand and strategic impact 💼04:08 – Why leadership needs creators, not just strategists05:57 – Vision, creativity, and bold thinking shape the future 🔮07:14 – Imagination vs management: the shift in leadership10:13 – Emotional infrastructure is lacking in today’s culture 💔12:00 – Resonance, creativity, and the C-suite 🎨14:42 – Mindset, silence, and the new model for leadership 🧠16:03 – Logic informs, emotion compels ❤️18:02 – Can creatives lead the boardroom? Yes—with training 🧑‍🎨21:02 – The boardroom as a symphony 🎼25:33 – The 4-part framework for creative leadership 💡26:06 – Sense before you solve 🔍26:55 – Design the experience, not just the strategy 🛠️28:06 – Use storytelling as a strategic tool 📖28:53 – Invite diverse perspectives 🧠🌍31:00 – Why intuition and resonance now lead the business game ✨34:25 – Quote of the day: “The future of business won’t be managed into being. It will be imagined into being.” 🚀⸻Mentioned Article:“Why Your Leadership Team Needs Creators, Not Just Strategists”By Tony Martignetti – Published on FastCompany.com⸻🎧 Listen to the podcast on:Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts⸻🌐 Connect with Kevin & Craig:Visit www.kevinbritz.com for more insights⸻📢 Hashtags:#CreativeLeadership, #FutureOfWork, #BusinessStrategy, #CEOBranding, #HumanCentricLeadership, #DesignThinking, #LeadershipDevelopment, #MarketingStrategy, #LunchtimeSeries, #PodcastSouthAfrica, #VoiceOfSteve, #EmotionalIntelligence, #WorkplaceCulture, #LeadershipMindset, #NeuroscienceForBusiness, #CorporateCreativity, #ResonanceLeadership, #KevinBritz, #CraigPageLee

🎙️ The Lunchtime Series with Kevin Britz | Featuring Irina Alexander & Jen Hardy (Academy of Motive Action)Welcome to another 🔥 episode of The Lunchtime Series, hosted by Kevin Britz! In today’s emotionally raw, insight-packed leadership segment, we dive deep with Irina Alexander and Jen Hardy from the Academy of Motive Action. These powerhouse women coach high-stress professionals, first responders, and leadership teams to build emotional resilience and redefine success through the CARES Framework.This conversation is a masterclass in self-awareness, imposter syndrome, burnout recovery, and the truth about hustle culture. 💡💥 Whether you’re a CEO, entrepreneur, coach, or team leader—this episode will shift how you lead, live, and love your life.👇 Timestamps00:05 – Welcome & Introduction 🔊00:15 – Meet Jen & Irina : Their Backgrounds in Burnout & Breakthroughs 🧠01:20 – Irina ’s Burnout Story & Realization of Misaligned Success 🚫🏆03:06 – Jen’s Breakthrough: Landmark, Heartbreak & Becoming Who She Was Meant to Be ❤️05:29 – Naming the Academy of Motive Action 🔥07:00 – Why Awareness Is the First Step in Preventing Burnout 🧘09:24 – CARES Framework Explained (Communication, Awareness, Resilience, Emotional Literacy, Self-Mastery) 📘12:02 – The Shame Spiral: Hustle Culture, Guilt & Rewiring Our Worth 😔14:37 – Emotional Literacy: Why Naming Your Feeling is Power 💬19:04 – Tools for Navigating Imposter Syndrome & Stress 😰21:01 – Mental Fitness: Resilience as a Daily Practice 🏋️‍♀️27:03 – Reclaiming Time, Energy & Boundaries for Sustainable Success ⏳31:37 – Dealing with the Inner Critic & Fear of Being Seen 👁️34:02 – Emotional Safety as a Performance Strategy 💼35:46 – The Link Between Numbers, Humans & Emotional States 💡37:28 – Final Advice: Radical Honesty, Self-Permission & Intentional Change ✨🎙️ Host Details🎤 Kevin BritzFounder of The Lunchtime SeriesExecutive Coach | Leadership Strategist | Voice Artist📍 www.kevinbritz.com🔗 Visit their website: https://motiveaction.academy📘 CARES Framework: Learn more about Communication, Awareness, Resilience, Emotional Literacy & Self-Mastery📲 Connect with Jen & Irina on social media via the website footer!💬 Takeaway Quote:“What gets measured gets done, but behind every number is a human, and behind every human is an emotional state. Until you lead there, you’re not really leading.”📢 Tags#LeadershipDevelopment, #BurnoutRecovery, #EmotionalResilience, #ImposterSyndrome, #SelfAwareness, #MotivationalInterview, #EmotionalIntelligence, #MentalFitness, #LeadershipPodcast, #LunchtimeSeries, #CoachingConversation, #TeamPerformance, #HustleCulture, #MindfulLeadership, #HumanCentricLeadership, #WellbeingInBusiness, #JenHardy, #IrinaAlexander, #AcademyOfMotiveAction, #CARESFramework, #kevinbritz 💥 Don’t forget to like 👍, subscribe 🔔, and share this episode with anyone who’s feeling stuck, burnt out, or ready to rise.