Coaching Focus Podcast

Meeta Zakharia, International Director at McDonald’s, joins us to discuss the six traits of an inclusive leader, or indeed just a leader in general. Meeta discusses inclusive leadership at McDonald's, emphasising commitment, courage, curiosity, bias awareness, and cultural intelligence for effective leadership in diverse settings. Listen now to gain insights on fostering inclusive leadership, vital for navigating diverse workplaces effectively.

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Join Corinne Jeffery, Lead for Coaching, Mentoring and Leadership Development at QinetiQ, as we explore measuring engagement and momentum in coaching, the role of language and conversation framing, the natural, unconscious, and habitual behaviours as part of the culture – and so much more.

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In this episode, Lian Hillier, Chief People Officer at The Principles for Responsible Investment, unveils the strategies for developing a culture of empowerment and making coaching a natural part of an organisation.

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In this episode, Deborah Sweet, Vice President of Journals, Nature Portfolio for Springer Nature Group, delves into the shift from traditional leadership styles to one that champions empowerment, open communication, and a culture of psychological safety.

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Listen in as two exceptional leaders, Maureen Sumner Smith and Morna Dason-Barber, discuss the strategic shift from top-down leadership to a culture of empowerment and collaboration that has sparked innovation and driven success. Maureen is an Executive Coach, Non Executive Director and Advisor, and Morna is the HR Director at The Institution of Engineering and Technology.

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Chris Burton, an expert with 15 years of experience in transforming team performance across various business sectors, delves into the intricacies of team coaching, exploring the essential elements that differentiate high performing teams and examines the impact of values, culture, and purpose on team dynamics and performance.

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With over 20 years experience in corporate retail, Nick Foster has held a variety of commercial roles from Buyer to Category Director and involved in a number of Leadership and Women’s Leadership programmes throughout her career. Nicky trained as a coach and recently joined CFG to support the mission “Coaching for a Better Tomorrow” which includes a passion for supporting Women in Leadership roles. In this conversation we uncover the key challenges facing women in leadership roles today, reflections from her own personal leadership journey and working with women one-to-one, and some practical takeaways to help develop their careers.

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David Butterfield, a former Learning and Development professional with roles at Aggregate Industries, Dale Carnegie, and DHL, brings his expertise as a coach. Committed to aiding the less advantaged, he serves on the Lindley Educational Trust board. Join us to delve into breaking barriers, controlling our instincts, and the efficacy of coaching tools. From corporate procedures to childhood beliefs, we'll unearth hindrances and explore coaching's solutions in overcoming them.

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Jane Ferré is a Talent Management Strategist, and runs her own coaching business that helps HR Directors revolutionise their talent management agenda quickly and easily. Tune in as we explore the journey of navigating career transitions and its challenges. We discuss building a strong network, responding to change, and how COVID-19 has impacted sectors. We also uncover democratising development and how to offer the necessary resources for people with potential.

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Vinny Wagjiani is a detective inspector with Kent Police, and professional coach, to discuss the importance of resilience in coaching during challenging times. Vinny shares his diverse background and experience in operational policing, as well as his involvement in charity endeavours. Tune in also as Trayton and Vinny reflect on the importance of grit and courage, as well as how to introduce elements of co-regulation at an early age.

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Luke Fisher is the founder and CEO of Mo, an online toolkit for connecting and motivating teams in the new world of work. In this week’s episode we explore how the Covid-19 pandemic has shaped the way we work. We also explore embracing new ways of leading remote and hybrid teams while also utilising tried and tested leadership values.

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Nick Day, founder of JGA recruitment, discusses the impact of crises and how human resources is becoming an outdated term. In a world of evolving AI technology, Nick prioritises the human element. We'll explore how to make genuine connections with the people we work with to create more impact in all areas.

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How can we find meaning in our lives as coaches? Trevor Waldock, author, founder, and leader, joins us to shine a light on finding genuine meaning in life and how we can show up in the workspace more authentically. We'll discuss eldership and how we can benefit society at large through inclusive leadership.

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Join Trayton and Maureen Sumner-Smith as they explore leadership presence. We discuss how to get to know our team members on a personal level and how organisational culture impacts interpersonal working relationships. Learn how to bring your authentic self to work.

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Catherine Roe, Chief Executive of Elior, joins Trayton to delve into the personal and workplace challenges that came along with the Covid-19 pandemic. We explore the importance of self-care and work/life balance, how to instil confidence in our teams, and practical steps towards a more open and inclusive workplace.

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Explore compassionate leadership with Debbie Sweet, Vice President of Nature Journals, Springer Nature Group. We discuss what it means to embrace constant growth in leadership, how to be authentic, how to let people know that you really care, and how to see situations from other points of view.

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