Confessions Of A Successful Leader
Ep. 093: Neuroscience-Based Leadership: How Soraya Shaw Helps Leaders Think, Lead and Perform Better
14 Aug 2025
What happens when leadership development is grounded in brain science - not buzzwords?In this episode, I sit down with Soraya Shaw, applied neuroscientist and executive coach, to explore how understanding the brain transforms the way leaders think, communicate, and lead high-performing teams.With a background that spans advertising, entrepreneurship and neuroscience-based coaching, Soraya brings a unique lens to modern leadership - one rooted in curiosity, creativity and cognitive science.In this episode, you’ll learn:How early life experiences shape leadership habits and resilienceWhy continuous learning is critical for leadership adaptabilityHow to use neuroscience to boost team engagement and performancePractical tools to balance personal well-being with professional demandsHow to foster innovation and critical thinking in a fast-changing, AI-driven worldTopics covered:The neuroscience of trust, decision-making, and collaborationLeading across generations with empathy and insightBuilding sustainable leadership practices that prevent burnoutThe real ROI of curiosity and emotional regulation in teamsSoraya’s approach challenges traditional leadership models - and offers science-backed alternatives that actually work. Her mission? Helping leaders bring all of their brains to work, not just the parts they think they're supposed to.🎧 Watch now to learn how to apply neuroscience to elevate your leadership and lead more effectively in complexity.📣 If this conversation sparked something for you, hit like, comment with your takeaway and subscribe for more science-driven leadership insights.Connect with Soraya Shaw: 🔗Connect with Soraya Shaw on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sorayashawWrite to Soraya Shaw: [email protected] Soraya’s website: https://www.soraya-shaw.com/Connect with me here:🎬YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewtallents 📲 X: https://x.com/andrewtallents📲 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewtallents🌐 Website: https://www.tallents-partnership.com/📖 Get my book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09NZRZH4J📰 Weekly Newsletter: https://bit.ly/selfcoaching-newsletter📞 Write me: [email protected] Moments:00:01:12 - From Childhood Entrepreneur to Applied Neuroscientist00:06:43 - Navigating Career Challenges and Transitions00:17:18 - Embracing New Challenges and Continuous Learning00:27:44 - The Evolution of Coaching and Generational Perspectives00:32:35 - Legacy and Future Aspirations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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