Best Alastair Cooke Podcasts (2024)

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Kellie Parker: Impostor syndrome, Juukan Gorge disaster and the 3 circles of life 18:41

10h ago18:41

18:41

In this week's episode, Rio Tinto CEO Kellie Parker talks about dealing with impostor syndrome, the need to keep learning and improving yourself, how she switches off and stays grounded, and how she seems to “have it all” – but actually, like everyone, she doesn’t. This podcast is sponsored by ANZ Listen to 5-in-5 with ANZ on Spotify here Listen to…

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Episode 44 - Leading with Love - Doctor Victoria Carr 47:00

7m ago47:00

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In this episode we speak with Doctor Victoria Carr, Primary School Head Teacher, Army Reservist in the Intelligence Corps, and Centre for Army Leadership Senior Research Fellow. Combining her experience in leading in the education sector and as a military leader, Victoria provides a unique insight into how teams can benefit from leadership skills a…

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Matt Moran: The art of being nimble, thick skin imperative and dinner party secrets 18:17

3d ago18:17

18:17

In this week's episode, celebrity chef Matt Moran chats about managing the high stress environment of a professional kitchen, the art of being nimble and why he would still work even on holidays. This podcast is sponsored by ANZ Listen to 5-in-5 with ANZ on Spotify here Listen to 5-in-5 with ANZ on Apple here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

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The Human Advantage Ep 22 - Leading on Multinational Operations - Major David Love 36:37

5d ago36:37

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In this episode, we speak to Major David Love, Royal Military Police (RMP), in his role as SO2 Army Leadership at the Centre for Army Leadership (CAL). We discuss how the CAL are developing the concepts and theory of leadership into tools that the Army can use. He focusses on the importance of understanding your people, and how by taking a human-ce…

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Tony Lombardo: The peril of fast-tracked careers, professional sacrifices and the benefits of karaoke 18:36

10d ago18:36

18:36

In this week's episode, Lendlease CEO Tony Lombardo discusses the importance of seizing every opportunity, emphasising that opportunities are finite. He also shares the story of his parents' migration to Australia and explores why Dave Grohl’s performance secrets can help in engaging a business audience. Warning: This episode contains some mentions…

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The advice that helped HESTA CEO Debby Blakey land the top job 18:37

17d ago18:37

18:37

In this week's episode, HESTA CEO Debby Blakey talks about her love of maths, why her 42 minute meeting hits the sweet spot and how to master the art of juggling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Australian Financial Review

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Episode 43 - Leading in the shadows - Sir Alex Younger: Britain's Chief Spy 43:36

21d ago43:36

43:36

In this episode we speak to Sir Alex Younger KCMG, the former Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service. Prior to his six-year tenure as ‘C’, Sir Alex was the Head of Counter Terrorism and obtained many operational roles worldwide. His time at MI6 was preceded by a stint in the British Army - first as a private soldier and later as a commissioned of…

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How James Thornton became Intrepid Travel CEO with 'no experience or qualifications' 18:11

24d ago18:11

18:11

In this week's episode, Intrepid Travel CEO James Thornton chats about his absolute hatred of routines, why he doesn’t mind not being the smartest person in the room and the pay cut that made his career. This podcast is sponsored by LDV Group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Australian Financial Review

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The Human Advantage Ep. 21 - Combining Competency with Human Understanding - Lieutenant Colonel Ed Fraser 38:09

28d ago38:09

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In this episode we speak to Lieutenant Colonel Ed Fraser of the Duke of Lancaster's Regiment, formerly the 1st Battalion The King's Regiment, which he commissioned into in 2001. He served in Afghanistan on Op HERRICK, and twice in Iraq on Op TELIC. Away from regimental duty, Lt Col Fraser instructed as a Platoon Commander at the Royal Military Acad…

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Why M&C Saatchi CEO Justin Graham always runs towards a fire 18:21

1M ago18:21

18:21

In this week's episode M&C Saatchi boss Justin Graham chats about the role of creativity in business, his goal of competing on the reality TV show Survivor and why running towards a fire will lead to better outcomes. This podcast is sponsored by LDV Group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Episode 42 - Cognitive Diversity in Teams - Brigadier Jaish Mahan 45:08

1M ago45:08

45:08

In this episode we speak to Brigadier Jaish Mahan, who commissioned into the Royal Army Medical Corps (RAMC) in 1994 and has served in roles spanning the medical profession. He has deployed on seven operational tours, including Kosovo, Sierra Leone, the Iraq war and Afghanistan three times. Brigadier Mahan has been an Army Reservist since his trans…

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Google Australia boss Mel Silva reveals her pet hate 18:19

1M ago18:19

18:19

In this week's episode Managing Director of Google Australia chats about why moving sideways may become the new moving up, how acquiring as many skills as you can by age 40 can set you up for success, her obsession with Beyoncé and her pet hate of lateness. This podcast is sponsored by LDV Group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Human Advantage Ep 20 - Improving Organisational Culture - Lieutenant Colonel Simon Farebrother MC 37:54

1M ago37:54

37:54

In this episode we speak with Lieutenant Colonel Simon Farebrother MC. Simon commissioned in 2001 into the Queen's Dragoon Guards (QDG) - a light cavalry regiment that specialises in reconnoissance. He served on operations on Op BANNER in Northern Ireland, on Op HERRICK in Afghanistan, and on Op TELIC in Iraq. His troop was attached to 3 Commando B…

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The downfall of being too ambitious with Carlton Blues CEO Brian Cook 20:05

2M ago20:05

20:05

In this week's episode, Carlton Football Club CEO Brian Cook chats about why being overly ambitious got him in hot water, the 'power and potency' of a second chance and how being adventurous in life can lead to being a good leader and creating excellent teams. This podcast is sponsored by LDV Group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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How to be the CEO of your own career with Blackmores boss Alastair Symington 18:29

2M ago18:29

18:29

In this week's episode Blackmores CEO Alastair Symington talks about why he manages his energy rather than time, the effects AI will have on the health of his clients and how living in China improved the way he communicates. This podcast is sponsored by LDV Group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Why Aware Super’s CEO Deanne Stewart broke down after being promoted 18:29

2M ago18:29

18:29

In this week's episode, Aware Super CEO Deanne Stewart talks about the link between ‘thinking small’ and fear, her love of developing people and her meeting with King Charles III. This podcast is sponsored by LDV Group. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Australian Financial Review

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The Human Advantage Ep.19 - Turning vision into action - Major Daljinder Singh Virdee MBE 25:55

2M ago25:55

25:55

In this episode we speak to Major Daljinder Singh Virdee MBE. Major Virdee commissioned into the Royal Army Medical Corps in 2015 as a pharmacist Professionally Qualified Reserve Officer. Following regimental duty with 256 Field Hospital, he re-roled as a Medical Support Officer and went into full-time Reserve service (FTRS). He has since worked in…

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The Human Advantage Ep.18 - Being Courageous in Conversations - Lieutenant Tess Morris-Paterson 27:47

2M ago27:47

27:47

In this episode we speak to Doctor and CAL Senior Research Fellow, Lieutenant Tess Morris-Paterson PhD, about what we can learn from her experience in the selection, training, and preparation of astronauts for space flight, and how some of those skills can be applied in a military context to her experience as a Troop commander with 135 Geographic S…

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Episode 41 - The Sporting Edge: Building High Performing Teams - Jeremy Snape 48:45

3M ago48:45

48:45

In this episode we speak to former England cricketer, coach and now performance psychologist, Jeremy Snape. Jeremy's cricketing and coaching success at the highest levels proceeded a career which has branched out into performance psychology in other sports and the business world to. He offers a captivating perspective on how leadership is about doi…

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The Human Advantage Ep.17 - Building trust through communication - Lieutenant Colonel Liz Kagoda 25:46

3M ago25:46

25:46

In this episode Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to Lieutenant Colonel Liz Kagoda of the Queen Alexandra Royal Army Nursing Corps. Lt Col Kagoda trained and qualified as an emergency nurse in the National Health Service, prior to commissioning in 2005 and has since worked at roles 1-4 across the medical support spectrum. She has delivered everything fro…

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Episode 40 - Moral Terrain Coaching & Empathy - US Army Major Ben Ordiway & Lt Colonel Kevin Cutright 56:38

3M ago56:38

56:38

In this episode, we speak to US Army Major Ben Ordiway and Lt Colonel Kevin Cutright, based at the United States Military Academy at Westpoint. We discuss their developing concepts of Moral Terrain Coaching and how to consider empathy towards our adversary to gain an operational advantage. Both concepts are fundamentally important when the stakes a…

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The Human Advantage Ep.16 - The Savvy Squaddie - Corporal Cameron Eden 24:54

4M ago24:54

24:54

In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to the person behind the The Savvy Squaddie YouTube Channel, Corporal Cameron Eden, who enlisted in the King's Royal Hussars (KRH), before transferring to the Royal Logistic Corps (RLC) to follow his dream of becoming an Army Photographer. With a wealth of experience, deploying to France, Estoni…

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How the Y2K bug reset Opera House CEO Louise Herron's career 18:27

4M ago18:27

18:27

For our last episode of 2023, Louise Herron, the chief executive of the Sydney Opera House chats to Sally Patten about how a former boss responded when she said she wanted to be just like him, why she learns the cello and what she does when work gets stressful. This podcast is sponsored by UniSuper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…

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AirBnB boss Susan Wheeldon on the perils of being too good at negotiation 18:19

5M ago18:19

18:19

In this week's episode, AirBNB country manager Susan Wheeldon talks about the perils of being too good a negotiator, what her pet office hate is and why she learnt to make unicorn cupcakes. This podcast is sponsored by UniSuper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Australian Financial Review

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The Human Advantage Ep.15 - Op PITTING - Major Chris Duncalfe & WO2 Adam Croucher 48:00

5M ago48:00

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In this episode, we speak to Major Chris Duncalfe and WO2 Adam Croucher about their experience during the Non-combatant Evacuation Operation (NEO) of Kabul - Operation PITTING, while in their respective roles of Officer Commanding (OC) and Company Sergeant Major (CSM) of A Company, 2nd Battalion the Parachute Regiment. Op PITTING marked the end of …

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Airtasker CEO Tim Fung on the redundancy that made his career 18:23

5M ago18:23

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In this week’s episode, Tim Fung, the chief executive of Airtasker chats about never wasting a crisis, the pros and cons of having an optimism bias and the newest love in his life. This podcast is sponsored by UniSuper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Australian Financial Review

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Episode 39 - Tony Adams MBE - Leading Through Addiction 40:09

5M ago40:09

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In this episode, we speak to Tony Adams MBE, a football icon renowned for his remarkable contributions to Arsenal and the England national team. Tony's career spans playing at the pinnacle of the sport, where he not only showcased his prowess on the field but also in his captaincy for England. Beyond his playing days, he undertook a coaching and ma…

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Why Insignia CEO Renato Mota was once told to make more mistakes 18:31

5M ago18:31

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In this week’s episode, Renato Mota, the chief executive of Insignia Financial talks about how embracing risk is needed to challenge the status quo and the importance of allowing the mind to wander. This podcast is sponsored by UniSuper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Australian Financial Review

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Why Luxury Escapes CEO Adam Schwab runs marathons in bare feet 18:38

5M ago18:38

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In this week’s episode, Luxury Escapes chief executive reveals what he learnt from stepping away from his business, why he admires Reed Hastings, the co-founder and executive chairman of streaming behemoth Netflix, how he organises his email in-box and why he is a vegetarian. This podcast is sponsored by UniSuper. See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…

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The Human Advantage Ep.14 - Leading Without Authority - Sergeant Mo Faye 27:13

5M ago27:13

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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhwardwaj speaks to Sergeant Mo Faye about the importance of ownership over outputs and how soft skills in leaders are hugely valued by followers during periods of training and change. Sergeant Mo Faye was born and raised in Gambia and joined the British Army's Staff and Personnel Support Branch, the Adjutant G…

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How CoreLogic CEO Lisa Claes walks fine line between burnout and development 17:56

6M ago17:56

17:56

In this week’s episode, Sally Patten talks to Lisa Claes, chief executive of CoreLogic International about finding the sweet spot between comfort and burnout, her love of design and the power of saying ‘no’. This podcast is sponsored by UniSuper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Australian Financial Review

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Bega Group boss Barry Irvin on why empathy is a deal maker's secret weapon 17:49

6M ago17:49

17:49

In this week’s 15 Minutes with the Boss podcast, Sally Patten talks to Barry Irvin, executive chairman of food company Bega Group, about the benefits of saying out loud what you need to get done that day, having a profoundly autistic son, and the importance of good manners, a piece of advice Irvin received from his mother. This podcast is sponsored…

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Why DigitalX CEO Lisa Wade uses 'hippie trippy' methods to combat stress 17:55

6M ago17:55

17:55

In this week’s 15 Minutes with the BOSS podcast, DigitalX CEO Lisa Wade discusses ChatGPT, the power of habits, and why being passionate about what we do is crucial to achieving success. This podcast is sponsored by UniSuper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Australian Financial Review

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Episode 38 - General Sir James Hockenhull, KBE, ADC Gen - Strategic Command 50:28

6M ago50:28

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In this episode, our host Colonel Henry Llewellyn-Usher speaks with Commander UK Strategic Command, General Sir James (Jim) Hockenhull, KBE, ADC Gen. General Jim commissioned into the Intelligence Corps in 1986 and has extensive operation experience across the globe. His Staff experience includes role at the UK Ministry of Defence, and at the US Co…

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How embracing failure has helped Sydney Swans CEO Tom Harley 18:18

6M ago18:18

18:18

In this week’s 15 Minutes with the BOSS podcast, Sally Patten talks to Tom Harley, chief executive of AFL club Sydney Swans about how the former Geelong player makes decisions, what makes him more productive and plans to remove his phone from the bedroom. This podcast is sponsored by UniSuper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Human Advantage Ep.13 - Leading from a Position of Support - Sergeant Dorian John 31:43

6M ago31:43

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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to Sergeant Dorian John about the importance of empathy and rapport in getting things done. Sergeant Dorian John was born in the Commonwealth of Dominica and enlisted into the Royal Signals in 2003 and served on OP TELIC 5 in Iraq and OP HERRICK 6 in Afghanistan as a Lance Corporal Dorian transf…

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With 21,000 employees, Sarah Derry avoids emails and embraces chaos 18:06

7M ago18:06

18:06

In this week’s episode, Sarah Derry, CEO of Accor Pacific reveals her coping mechanism for high-stress situations, why she embraces chaos and what she learnt from running her own business. This podcast is sponsored by UniSuper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Australian Financial Review

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Episode 37 - Lieutenant General Ian Cave, CB - Wearing Responsibilities Lightly 58:33

7M ago58:33

58:33

In this episode, we speak to Lieutenant General Ian Cave CB, as he reflects on his imminent departure as Commander Home Command. General Cave speaks about how he views leader development as a whole-career endeavour, and how his early leadership lessons continue to impact on his leadership style today. He speaks about the importance of self-awarenes…

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Why Alinta Energy CEO Jeff Dimery takes life lessons from Ted Lasso 18:04

7M ago18:04

18:04

In this week’s 15 Minutes with the BOSS podcast, Sally Patten talks to Jeff Dimery, chief executive of power generator and retailer Alinta Energy, about being yourself, the importance of being patient, why he loves Ted Lasso and making tough decisions. This podcast is sponsored by UniSuper. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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The Human Advantage Ep.12 - Dealing With Unconscious Bias - Capt John Werrett 31:56

7M ago31:56

31:56

In this episode, our host, Captain Ash Bhardwaj, speaks to Captain John Werrett, known as 'Wez,' about moral courage, respectful challenge, and finding teachable moments from examples of unconscious bias. CONTENT WARNING: In this episode, we cover the topics of the deaths of soldiers on operations, improvised explosive devices, and dealing with the…

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Why AMP CEO Alexis George turned down PwC's partner program 18:09

7M ago18:09

18:09

This week in the 15 minutes with the Boss podcast, Sally Patten talks to Alexis George, the chief executive of financial services company AMP, about her favourite podcasts, dealing with conflict, volunteering at Lifeline and the best piece of advice she has ever been given. This podcast is sponsored by UniSuper. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…

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The Human Advantage Ep. 11 - Evolving More Professional Leadership - WO1 David Hird 31:13

7M ago31:13

31:13

In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to WO1 David Hird, the Command Sergeant Major of the Land Warfare Centre (LWC). He enlisted into the Royal Engineers in 1997, joining 35 Engineer Regiment before moving on to Engineer Search Teams, completing his trade training at 1 Royal School of Military Engineering Regiment in Chatham, and p…

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Coming soon: 15 Minutes with the Boss 1:55

7M ago1:55

1:55

15 Minutes with the Boss is a podcast that gives listeners exclusive access to some of the top CEOs in the country. Each week, starting Tuesday September 26, AFR BOSS editor Sally Patten sits down with a prominent leader and asks them to share the invaluable advice and wisdom they have accumulated throughout their careers. For stories of success an…

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The Human Advantage Ep. 10 - Confidence & Skills Developing Trust - WO2 Colin Russell 31:13

8M ago31:13

31:13

In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to WO2 Colin Russell who enlisted into the Royal Scots Dragon Guards (SCOTS DG) and trained on the British Army's Main Battle Tank the Challenger 2. He served on 2 tours of OP TELLICK In Iraq before moving to the Queen's Royal Hussars (QRH) as a corporal. AS a Sergeant he commanded a QRH multipl…

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The Human Advantage Ep. 9 - The Value of Owning Your Mistakes - Major Charlie Lee 31:48

8M ago31:48

31:48

In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to Major Charlie Lee, who was commissioned into the Princess of Wales Royal Regiment (PWRR) in 2006. After Rifle Platoon Command, he deployed on HERRICK 15 in Afghanistan in 2011 as part of the Police Advisory Team. He returned to Battalion as Officer Commanding of the Mortar Platoon, then Batta…

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Episode 36 - Brigadier James Cook OBE Phd - Managing the Army’s Leadership Talent 47:35

9M ago47:35

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In this episode we speak to Brigadier James Cook OBE, who commissioned into the Royal Artillery (RA) in 1995. He has served most of his Regimental Duty in 29 Commando Regiment RA and commanded 105 Regiment RA. He completed the Combat Arms Fighting Systems Course at the Royal College of Military Sciences in 1999, and has instructed soldiers in train…

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The Human Advantage Ep. 8 - The Impact of your Decisions - Lt Col Dean Canham OBE 38:12

9M ago38:12

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In this episode, our host, Captain Ash Bhardwaj, speaks to Lieutenant Colonel Dean Canham OBE, SO1 Centre for Army Leadership. This conversation with Colonel Dean is a raw and honest insight into the realities of leadership on kinetic operations, and dealing with the consequence of your decisions. CONTENT WARNING: In this episode, we cover the topi…

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The Human Advantage Ep. 7 - Vulnerability in Leadership - WO1 Jon O’Neill 38:09

9M ago38:09

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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to Warrant Officer Class 1 Jon O'Neill about the importance of honesty and vulnerability in building trust within teams. He reflects on how adopting a more 'coaching' approach to your leadership style is by far the best way of developing others. Joining the Army in 1999, Jon joined the 2nd Batal…

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The Human Advantage Ep.6 - Building Teams in the Margins - The Army Sergeant Major WO1 Paul Carney 37:52

9M ago37:52

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In this episode we speak with the British Army's most senior soldier - the Army Sergeant Major, Warrant Officer Class 1 (WO1) Paul Carney. He joined the Army as a Combat Engineer in 1997 and has served on operations in Macedonia, Kosovo, Iraq and Afghanistan. His junior and senior non-commissioned officer (NCO) appointments were spread between Clos…

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The Human Advantage Ep. 5 - Failing Fast & Learning Quick - Major Jim Beckett 37:11

9M ago37:11

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In this episode, our host Captain Ash Bhardwaj speaks to Major James (Jim) Beckett about the process of enabling change within culture and performance by giving teams the space to experiment. Recognising the importance of honesty and humility in leadership Jim also spoke about the need for leaders to display vulnerability in admitting mistakes to e…

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