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Confessions Of A Successful Leader

Ep. 071: Authentic Leadership in Sustainable Tech: John Lewis' Journey

08 May 2025

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Are you ready to explore the world of sustainable technology leadership with a seasoned executive who's navigated diverse industries and cultures? Join me as I sit down with John Lewis, CEO of char.gy, an innovative electric vehicle charging company.In this captivating conversation, John shares his unique journey from a globetrotting childhood to leading a scale-up in the rapidly evolving EV sector. Here are five key insights you'll gain:Discover how embracing change and cultural diversity can shape your leadership style.Learn strategies for building trust and fostering authentic relationships at all levels.Understand the importance of developing your team and creating a legacy beyond your role.Gain perspective on managing stress and motivation in high-pressure scale-up environments.Explore the parallels between sports team dynamics and effective business leadership.John's experiences span telecommunications, renewable energy, and now electric vehicle infrastructure. His approach to leadership emphasizes authenticity, relationship-building, and empowering others to solve complex problems.Whether you're a seasoned executive or an aspiring leader, this conversation offers valuable insights on navigating change, fostering innovation, and creating a positive impact in the world of sustainable technology.Connect with John Lewis: 🔗Check John Lewis website: https://char.gy/Send John Lewis an email: [email protected] with John Lewis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnlewis6/Connect with me here:🎬 Subscribe to my YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@andrewtallents 📲 Follow me on social media:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089546542031https://x.com/andrewtallentshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewtallents🌐 Check my website: https://www.andrewtallents.com📖 Get my Self-Coaching for Leaders book:https://bit.ly/SelfCoachingForLeaders📰 Subscribe to my LinkedIn newsletter:https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/self-coaching-for-leaders-6951854988755140608/📞  Book a call with me: [email protected] Moments:00:00:39 - John's background and current focus at char.gy00:05:44 - Early life experiences shaping leadership style00:14:07 - Overcoming career setbacks and pivoting to new opportunities00:22:10 - Strategies for sustainable leadership and team development00:28:56 - The biggest leadership challenges in today's scale-up environment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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