Zoë Routh Leadership Podcast

I’m searching for better ways forward in this solosode. In the current context it’s easy to feel hopeless but that won’t help us to progress and change so I’m asking the big leadership question of: What human systems can we design that allow for all human flourishing? There’s a nuanced difference to this question rather than simply, ‘what problems can we solve’?  I also talk about the deep roots needed for leadership and how we can grow them plus the three things that I believe are essential for the future of leadership. I also explore the Spiral Dynamics model of leadership development and the role of emotional intelligence in leadership. So let’s explore common ground together because we really do have more uniting us than separating us.    Shownotes See more at: http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-systems-zoe-routh Key Moments  Planet Human [00:01:16] : The need for human systems that allow for all human flourishing, in light of the referendum and the Israel-Gaza war. Planet Zoë [00:02:31] : Travel

Far from her childhood on a farm in Bavaria, Regina Huber has lived and worked in Argentina, Brazil, US and Africa. She brings this richness of understanding of the human experience to her work of helping people connect more deeply with one another. Regina is the author of Speak up, Stand out and Shine and is CEO of Transform Your Performance and her journey to where she is now is a fascinating one, full of life lessons, incredible leadership experiences and tenacity.  Regina introduces us to the four components of the new paradigm leadership framework: mind, message, trust, and heart. We delve into the importance of trust in teams, the role of conversational intelligence in building said trust, and the concept of "heart" in leadership. We even take a precious minute to work on our ‘inner power energy bubble’ for that leadership confidence and presence when under pressure!  Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-paradigm-regina-huber Key Moments  Planet Human: Could you be the next

My guest Doug Thorpe is a leadership consultant, prolific writer, and fellow podcaster. Doug describes leadership as a lifelong passion, from his studies at college, to his military commission and career in banking, and now coaching and supporting others in their leadership journeys. Together we delve into the topic of trust at work and how to build it within a team. We also touch on imposter syndrome, a common concern among leaders. Doug offers insightful advice on how to use it as a checkpoint for self-reflection and personal growth. We also explore Doug’s book, Trust at Work, which offers a model for building trust in teams. Doug highlights six fundamental areas that leaders can focus on to build trust: the people, purpose, plan, performance, progress, and process. So, keeping with the P theme, simply press play and get all of Doug’s fascinating insights into leadership, teams and trust.  Shownotes See more at: http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-trust-doug-thorpe   Key Moments  Planet Human [00:00

Oksana Kukurudza is a Ukrainian American author, speaker and management consultant who joins me from upstate New York to share her remarkable family history and her perspective on what’s happening today in Ukraine. We time-jump almost 100 years and yet many things remain or resonate for people who have already lived through unimaginable conflict, displacement and hardship.  We navigate through Oksana’s parents' journey from being slaves in Nazi Germany to finding a home in the USA. It's remarkable how their enduring spirit enabled them to overcome the challenges of poverty and insecurity. It serves as a reminder of the power of resilience and determination.This is a powerful interview, very deeply emotional, and it's one that we all need to be aware of. What happens in Ukraine affects all of us, our humanity, identity and autonomy.  Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-resilience-oksana-kukurudza  Key Moments  Planet human: [00:00:29] A very cool innovation in the Middle East wher

This is a really special solosode, so thank you for being here - thank you for connecting with me. That’s one of the big themes of this episode - how are we intentionally creating and sustaining connections, especially in our fragmented working lives? So I’m sharing some key reflections on that in a leadership context. I also talk about how important goodwill is in creating solid cultures. Goodwill is all about your relationship currency and as leaders and as employees, we need to constantly deposit into that goodwill bank.  I also reflect on my business evolution and my writing and, as a special treat, included in this episode is the audio narration for Chapter one of Terra Blanca: Insurrection - my novella prequel to The Olympus Project. I hope you enjoy it and are excited to explore this expanding universe with me!  If you’d like to be in the loop for all things books, consider subscribing to my eJournal for avid readers, Bookish.  Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-connection

My guest this week is team performance expert and author Adrian Baillargeon who shares his fascinating journey from corporate work in Saskatoon, Canada, to becoming an independent consultant in Australia via Major League Baseball in Africa!  We delve into the importance of creating a sense of belonging within a team, the impact of poor leadership decisions, and how to turn around a sinking team.  Exploring the concept of teams that ‘swear by each other, not about each other’, and Adrian's book of the same name, we discuss how teams can create a sense of trust and authenticity, allowing for honest conversations. Despite his competitive sports background, Adrian’s not just about the homeruns, he believes in the power of collective achievement: we can get more runs on the board together than we can alone.  Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/team-development-adrian-baillargeon  Key Moments  Planet Human: The defunding of the national space mission [00:00:04]  Planet Zoë:  Working with the New S

From joining the Navy at just 17 and now reflecting on a 30-plus year military career,  retired Commodore Peter Scott returns to the podcast to talk about his memoir Running Deep which offers insights into the life of a submariner.  Peter has written an open hearted, courageous, honest and compelling account of his naval life and the many personal and leadership challenges he has faced and overcome. We navigate the sometimes choppy waters of being in service to your country, facing down personal demons, digging deep to get results and ultimately, finding balance and self-acceptance in a life - and beautiful world - that’s worth defending.  Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-perspective-peter-scott Key Moments  Planet Human: Nano Cellulose Technology [00:00:04] Planet Zoë: Working with Kimberley Health Unit [00:01:22] Guest Peter Scott's Memoir [00:02:29] Discussion about Peter’s memoir, "Running Deep," and the reasons behind writing it, including showcasing the submarine life and

The entirely frank and fearless Retired Lieutenant Colonel Oakland McCulloch shares his decades of leadership wisdom in this episode as we grapple with the big question: What makes a good leader?  Oakland shares his experience as a combat arms officer in the US Army and his views on leadership, emphasising the need for accountability and servant leadership. We discuss decision-making, micromanagement, and the importance of honesty and realistic expectations, as well as the limitations of the education system and the need for more leadership role models.  Oakland recalls a dramatic change in leadership style from micromanagement to servant leadership that proved to be a lightbulb moment that was to shape his own leadership journey. This conversation, much like Oakland’s new book, Your Leadership Legacy: Becoming the Leader You Were Meant to Be, is really practical, insightful and useful.  Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-legacy-oakland-mcculloch   Key Moments  Planet Human: The

Join me for this solosode where I reflect on conversations with recent podcast guests, plus what has been inspiring me - from books to amazing developments in technology. Then I respond to a question about executive presence and its role in effective, influential leadership. Strength of character really comes to mind here - and that includes knowing your values, recognising your biases and challenging the systems you are a part of. The theme through all of this is: Be a good human. Show up, stand for something and share it with the world!  Shownotes See more at: http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-presence-zoe-routh Key Moments  Planet human [00:01:50] Experiments in EEG - mind reading, dream recording and other amazing potential applications of this new technology! Planet Zoë [00:04:54] Updates on the progress of Zoë's books, including Terra Blanca and Olympus Bound. Abuse of Power [00:09:33] Exploration of the abuse of power in various contexts, including politics and war, and the need for leaders t

My guest this week is author and expert in business and finance, Chris Lautenslager. We talk about Chris’ book The Prosperity Loop and explore his views on purpose-driven business and capitalism. We get into the importance of building relationships, adapting to change, and creating shared prosperity in business. Chris believes that businesses should focus on enhancing the value of the people they work with, including customers, vendors, and the community. This people-oriented approach, he suggests, is key to thriving in today's changing world. We also step through Chris’ wealth creation model for socially conscious leaders that aims to find a balance between people and profits.    Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/future-leadership-chris-lautenslager    Key Moments  Planet Human: The World Economic Forum's latest report on the future of jobs. [00:00:04] Planet Zoë: Olympus Bound off to the editor [00:01:24] Introducing Chris Lautenslager  [00:03:40] Zoe introduces Chris, an author and exp

Tom Fox is literally the guy who wrote the book on compliance, with his international best seller The Compliance Handbook now into its third edition. Also going by the monikers of Compliance Evangelist™ and the Voice of Compliance, Tom is unequivocally committed to compliance!  In my conversation with Tom we delve right into the compliance landscape and its impact on leadership. We move from macro to micro issues, encompassing ethical business practices, the relationship between compliance and remuneration, the push for ESG, to international affairs, global trade practices and the role of technology in enabling transparency and accountability. From contingency planning to consistency of approach, the tentacles of compliance reach much further than even I imagined!   Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-compliance-tom-fox Key Moments  Planet Human: The Future of Food [00:00:31] Planet Zoë: Running and Gratitude [00:01:17] Compliance and leadership  [00:03:48] Meet Tom Fox, a compli

In this episode, I’m welcoming back friend of the pod and productivity expert Donna McGeorge. We talk about Donna’s latest book The ChatGPT Revolution, including, in a very meta moment, how AI helped her write that book!  Donna shares her experience with ChatGPT and its productivity benefits plus we also get into the biases in AI, the limitations of AI and the importance of human editing and critical thinking in getting the most out of these tools. If you’re curious about how AI can boost your productivity and how it can augment how you lead, learn and develop, Donna shares practical insights from content creation to decision-making.  Shownotes See more at: http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-future-donna-mcgeorge Key Moments  Planet Human: The Allbirds Moonshot shoe [00:00:04] The world's first net zero carbon shoe made from regenerative farmed wool.   Using ChatGPT for productivity [00:02:28] Introduction of Donna McGeorge and her book "The ChatGPT Revolution" discussing how to use ChatGPT for lea

In a career that from the outside appears to zig and zag across journalism, law and philanthropy, Laura Fredricks saw a through line : asking questions and listening, really listening, to the answers. Laura went on to develop the ‘ask’ framework and has written seven books about it, with her latest - Hard Asks Made Easy - already a bestseller.  Laura has an amazing approach to hard asks, from the secret sauce of specificity to reframing an ask as giving someone an opportunity to help. In this conversation she shares her five laws of hard asks plus a simple formula for the moment of the ‘ask’ Hearing them is like a light suddenly turning on in that dark corner of our brain where we file away asking for help, a pay rise or promotion - anything at all! So, if you want to take the fear and embarrassment out of asking for things, I’m asking you to listen to this episode, right now… Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-asks-laura-fredricks   Key Moments  Planet Human: The rebranding of T

Brace yourself! Here's a bold statement: Sometimes, simplicity is the secret ingredient for long-term success in strategic planning. That is just one of the leadership insights from my guest, entrepreneur, author and master of the quick iteration, Brandon White.  We talk about how we can make strategic planning easier and faster, the importance of exceptional customer service and simplifying the process of writing a business plan, as per Brandon’s book series: Back of the Napkin.  We also get into the misconceptions surrounding AI in business, the future potential of technology, the complicated genius of Elon Musk and how to get busy being a problem-solving leadership role model! Shownotes See more at: http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-principles-brandon-white Key Moments  Planet Human: China's progress in wind and solar energy [00:00:29] Planet Zoë: On the slopes [00:01:17] Brandon White’s winding journey and entrepreneurial ventures [00:03:12] From being a fisherman to starting a magazine, transit

Want to hear two passionate Canadians riffing about the systems that are not designed to support parity, equity or inclusion? You got it! My guest this week, Katherine Lazarus, shares her leadership journey from teaching music and singing opera to becoming an executive coach. We delve into the concept of executive presence - what it is and whether it is still relevant in today's world. We discuss the meaning of feeling empowered (and why that can be a cringeworthy word), the importance of balanced leadership and responsible exercise of power.  This is a conversation that illuminates hidden challenges manifest in the changing dynamics of leadership and why we need a new leadership paradigm that embraces diversity and authenticity. We also touch on the challenges faced by leaders in adapting to these changes and the power of vulnerability in creating a supportive and inclusive workplace. It’s a truly fascinating way to look at the evolution of leadership!  Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/l

  This is a deeply reflective episode where I consider my 53 years on this planet and share some non-obvious introspective questions that will help you to look at where you are, where you came from and where you want to go next. As well as contemplating what the book of your life would be titled! I also get into the importance of addressing long-term strategic questions and not just focusing on urgent priorities. That's my mission as a leader - to help others navigate both the present and the future. I have an upcoming event around strategic conversations where I encourage leaders to ask those challenging questions and find solutions. Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/future-leadership-reflections Key Moments  Luminaries App and Copyright Concerns [00:01:14]   AI Avatars and the Future of Service Professionals  [00:04:48]   The tactical overrides the strategic and leadership priorities [00:10:27]   Asking challenging questions for personal reflection [00:11:40]   Identity and aspirations

In this episode I get to geek out with my guest, Jonathan Green, an author and celebrity ghostwriter. We delve into the use of AI tools in writing and productivity. I share my experience using AI tools like ChatGPT to enhance my writing process, while Jonathan talks about his experience with Descript and his interest in AI. We discuss the benefits of AI tools in improving productivity, managing teams, and generating creative ideas. We also touch on the importance of asking specific questions and setting context for AI tools to provide relevant information. Jonathan emphasises the affordability and accessibility of AI tools and the potential shift in how technology is used. From Jonathan’s perspective, AI is not just a buzzword; it's a game-changer. Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-ai-jonathan-green   Key Moments  Planet Human [00:00:04] Discussing the growing pay gap between CEOs and workers, with statistics from 1978 to 2021.   Planet Zoë  [00:01:34] Using AI tools for writing

Constance Dierickx, PhD, professionally known as The Decision Doctor®, and author of Meta Leadership, joins me for a discussion about the fascinating topic of leadership decision-making processes.  We make hundreds of decisions every day, from the inconsequential to the major, transformational ones. But how often do we stop to consider how and why we made our decisions? In this episode we dive into the importance of reflecting on decision-making processes and look at the organisational habits that influence decisions. Constance and I explore the relationship between discomfort, emotion, and strategy, and even venture into using scepticism as a positive. With practical applications and high-level leadership concepts, Constance shares valuable insights for leaders looking to improve their decision-making skills.  Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-decisions-constance-dierickx Key Moments  00:00:05 Innovative protein made from air and water. 00:04:15 Discovering decision science, st

After we bond over our love of canoeing and the wonder of wide open water, technologist and author Jeff Ton and I go on a leadership journey from the future, to the past and back again! We explore the impact of technology and culture on the future of work, including the potential  impact of generative AI platforms, the pandemic, and virtual reality in changing the way we work. We also touch on the importance of blockchain and transparency in creating a more inclusive and equitable world. We also delve into the power of journaling as a leadership tool, the challenge of keeping up with rapidly changing technology, and we have fun reimaging - and repurposing - office buildings. This is a conversation to pique curiosity and expand leadership perspectives with our exploratory ‘could’ questions about how we lead in a way that is fit for the future.   Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-future-jeff-ton   Key Moments  Planet Human  [00:00:04] Discussion on the banning of certain education

We’ve introduced some new features to the podcast which kick-off this week for my interview with Rob Crispe, general manager of IP Australia. I start with ‘Planet Human’ - what’s having an impact on our life and leadership this week? Then moving swiftly on to ‘Planet Zoe’ - writing, program and events updates from your truly. My fascinating chat with Rob is paused for ‘Fast Five’ - a quick fire question and answer round which Rob navigates with aplomb!  Rob is honest and open about what it takes to cultivate leadership that’s fit for the future and build a sustainable culture. We traverse honestly, authenticity, vulnerability, learning from failure by way of maintaining our leadership values in a toxic environment and, ultimately, deciding: are we part of the problem or part of the solution? Be inspired by the story of courageous leadership and knowing when to leave a toxic environment. Shownotes See more at http://www.zoerouth.com/podcast/leadership-values-rob-crispe   Key Moments  Planet Human: AI Integrati