Agile Leaders Conversations – Insights From Leading Positive Change in the VUCA World
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
40: Cultural Intelligence Evangelist Catherine Wu on Cultural Intelligence
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Navigating cultural differences in global teams can be a daunting challenge, triggering misunderstandings, inefficiencies, and even conflict. However,...
39: Deputy Pro Vice Chancellor of Research Prof Ida Fatimawati Adi Badiozaman on Empowering Women And Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The underrepresentation of women and marginalized groups in leadership within corporate and academic sectors is significant. There is a critical need ...
38: Chief Human Resources officer Neetha Nair on Sustainbility Strategies for HR Leaders
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The traditional view of retirement often involves a complete halt in work, overlooking individual needs or desires, thus restricting people's abi...
37: Technopreneur Farmer, Aaron Chen on Choosing An Unconventional Career
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The lack of purpose at work can significantly impact morale, productivity, and retention, ultimately affecting business success. By aligning company v...
36: Founder and CEO of Backscoop Amanda Cua, on Shattering Self-Limiting Beliefs and Designing the Perfect Career
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Opting for an unconventional career path can trigger uncertainty insecurity, and pressure from societal expectations. But it enables us to create a cu...
35: Learning and Development Professional, Sneha Govind on Transparent Communication in Times of Rapid Change
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Inadequate workplace communication, especially during times of change, fosters an atmosphere of uncertainty that gradually undermines trust. To avert ...
34: Professor Viknesh Andiappan on Fear of Failure
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a success-centric landscape, the fear of failure permeates, stifling innovation. Leaders can counter this by fostering a culture of openness and sh...
33: CEO of Lunch Actually, Violet Lim on Fostering a Fun Workplace Culture
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Creating a fun work culture can be challenging for some leaders who prioritize productivity over enjoyment. Yet, neglecting it can result in higher bu...
32: Learning and Development Professional Ian Choo on Middle Managers Being the Conduit
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Misalignment of goals and communication filters are some of the problems that can occur when there's a gap between top leaders and employees on t...
31: Associate Director for Alumni and Careers, Shinn Teo on Remembering to be Human
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leaders who neglect to pause, reflect, and empathize may struggle to understand their team's challenges and concerns, leading to communication br...
30: Digital Business Analyst, Deniece Tan on Agile Pivot Points
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Traditional linear career paths no longer suffice to meet the challenges and opportunities of the present. Leaders must adopt an agile pivot mindset b...
29: Student Organization President, Felix Ling on Tapping into Strengths of Gen Z
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Misalignment between individual and organizational values and visions can result in decreased performance, high turnover, and difficulty achieving org...
28: Internal Communications Leader, Eleanor Tan on Empathetic Communication
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to workplace communication, transactional communication often leads to loss of trust. Thus, leaders must make an effort to communicating...
27: Youth Changemaker and Social Entrepreneur, Palakh Khanna on Breaking Social Stigmas
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Discussing taboo topics in conservative societies is often stigmatized, leading to judgment, criticism, and social isolation for those who speak out. ...
26: Head of Asia for LinkedIn Talent and Learning Solutions, Frank Koo on Selective Vulnerabilty
21 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leaders often fear vulnerability as it may be perceived as leniency by their teams. However, embracing vulnerability is crucial for fostering genuine ...
25: Head of Business Development, Lara Quie on Warmth in Leadership
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the legal industry, leaders often lack empathy due to their demanding nature and hierarchical structures. This can lead to burnout, low morale, and...
24: Social Enterprise Leader, Lee Mun Choon on Joy of Learning and Courage to Be Vulnerable
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In organizations where leaders are resistant to learning new things, stagnation, and missed opportunities become prevalent. Leaders face the risk of f...
23: Public Sector Strategist, Chelvin Loh on Creating Psychologically Safe Workplaces
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Leaders in today's fast-paced work environment face challenges that can impede team productivity and success. To navigate effectively, leaders mu...
22: Learning and Development Professional, Syukri Azman on Trust and Human-Centered Leadership
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Being laid off is tough emotionally and financially. It brings uncertainty and instability. It's crucial to cushion oneself during this disruptio...
21: Transformation Technology Leader, Seetha Cristian on Empathy and Self-Reflection
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In organizations, transformational leadership plays a crucial role in driving innovation. However, achieving this in a rapidly changing business lands...
20: Co-Founder of Sinofy Group, Kema Bae on Leading with Vulnerability and Openness
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a fast-paced and competitive world where companies are built on superior strategies perfectly executed, leaders may more often lead by showing powe...
19: School Board Chairperson, Hwee Peng Tan on Being Inspiring, Approachable, and a Long-Term Thinker
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Recognizing good work goes a long way in building a positive work culture. Many leaders, however, may find this simple act difficult to be performed c...
18: HR Director, Earn Meng Chan on Leading in Crisis with Empathy
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Leading a team through a time of crisis is never easy. It's even more difficult when one has to deal with the emotional responses of those impact...
17: HR Leader and Change Coach, Raymond Tay on Developing a Winning Leadership Formula
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Leadership is an evolutionary process that never ends. As a leader, it's important to stay on top of your game and adapt as the needs change thro...
16: OD Consultant, Vinesh Sukumaran on Building Better Business and Lives
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the emergence of the pandemic, boundaries are broken, norms are non-existent, and so, rules are being rewritten. But something stands in the wa...
15: Business Advisory, Kiran Mann on Leading With Clear Vision & Human-Centeredness
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Creating a vision for the easy part – getting people on board is trickier than most think. The key is to have the right conversations that communica...
14: Chief Transformation Officer, Frederic Ducros on Getting Out of a Chaotic Business Situation
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
No one likes being in a chaotic business situation, but often it's unavoidable. Discover why the "longer path is the shortest in the long ru...
13: Enterprise Agile Coach, Fadly Rasyad on Why Most Transformations Fail
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most organizations want to improve performance, but few succeed. In fact, research has shown that most transformations fail. Common reasons are a lack...
12: Leadership Consultant, May Tuck Wong on Aligning Head, Heart and Gut
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most people are trained to think analytically, which has vast benefits—but it can also disconnect us from our inner wisdom. For leaders leading in t...
11: Agility Consultant and Author, Sunil Mundra on Enterprise Agility
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Enterprise agility is essential for all businesses as we seek new ways of working – optimized processes that lead to maximum outcomes. But enterpris...
10: Entrepreneur, Kristian Thorbjornsen on Agile Mindset for Business Innovation
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the world of business, innovation and adaptability are keys to survival. When the pandemic took the world by surprise, businesses had to be more in...
9: Head of Business Development, Andrew Shuttleworth on Agile Leaders and Agile Systems
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In business transformations and optimizations, a common problem we see is the misalignment between people and systems. When this happens, the organiza...
8: Lenovo Singapore General Manager Ronnie Lee on Continuous Learning Infinite Possibilities
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the fast-changing business world, keeping up with your field is vital. That's when the power of continuous learning comes in. By seizing oppor...
7: Sales Director, Christian Kastner on Personal Mastery for Peak Performance
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Personal mastery is an essential journey for leaders. The journey might not be easy, but it's always worth it. As you clarify your purpose, goals...
6: Synergy Financial Advisers, Neo Ley Lee on Leading and Supporting Teams in Times of Uncertainty
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you're leading, managing, or supporting a team, it can be difficult to be agile when you have limited information and must make decisions qu...
5: Gen-Z Social Innovation Advocate, Metta Ni on How Future Leaders can Prepare Themselves
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's rapidly changing world, it is more important than ever for young leaders to be prepared for the future. But what are some areas young ...
4: VP of Qatar Airways Southeast Asia, Jared Lee on Staying Ahead in the Pandemic
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The aviation industry has been majorly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic with flying schedules and routes being disrupted, and airports being forced t...
3: HR Director Tang Li Chow on The Future of Human Resources
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the world of HR, rules are being rewritten. What was right and "standard practices" may not be relevant today. As our talents are our gre...
2: CEO Balasubramanian Venkatesh on Navigating The Complexities in Future Workplaces
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's workplace, we are constantly faced with complex tasks and problems. This can be overwhelming and cause self-doubt. But a simple soluti...
1: Regional Information Security Officer, Daryl Chew on Building Trust in The Workplace
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Trust is the foundation of any strong working relationship, but it can be hard to build and even harder to sustain. If you can build trust with your c...