Let's talk Transformation : The business leaders podcast
Episodes
#69 How Organizations SHOULD Work: envisioning a high-performing organization with Dean Meyer
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"imagine that your job is designed, not around roles & processes & competencies.. but around business - a business within a business"A rich an...
#68 Transforming your inner game : The Happiness Index with Matt Phelan
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"One of the top four drivers of happiness at work is the freedom to take opportunities .. happiness is what your heart needs, engagement is what your ...
#67 Move to the edge, Declare it centre with Everett Harper
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"We can't have the benefits of a diverse & vibrant company without acknowledging when it gets hard...Everett and I delve into the leadership of gl...
#66 The secret sauce for leading transformational change with Ian Ziskin
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"We have an almost unlimited capacity to deny data that doesn't fit with our own view. It is therefore important to master the constant paradox of fac...
#65 Blockchain : Trust, transparency and building relationships with Jeremy Williams
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"..as with any technology, the question must always be: is the decision to be made good for humanity?"A fun conversation with @JeremyWilliams around ...
#64 Leading with Dignity with Donna Hicks
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"nobody can "demand respect", because respect has to be earned, but everyone can demand to be treated with dignity.. "Great conversation with Donna as...
#63 Letting transformation unfold with Steve March
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"we always try to do everything, but we must let go, and look at how we occupy the present moment"Steve and I delve into his model of different depths...
#62 Agile HR and the hybrid workplace with Natal Dank
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"There is no point in embracing agile unless you know what problem you’re trying to solve”We now live in a complex world and we’ve got to be abl...
#61 Dynamic work strategy & the future of work with Samantha Fisher
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"it's not just about presence, it's about culture and intentionally looking at the full spectrum of the employee journey "Sam and I delve into the wor...
#60 Digital transformation : Perform and Transform with Marc Fontaine
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Building data driven industries is about transforming relationships : it's strategy in a digital world. "Digital transformation is a buzzword but is ...
#59 Sustainable and inclusive transformation with Lamé Verre
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Sustainable inclusion is not successful overnight and requires patience and intentional development of the right conditions in the workplace"Lamé an...
#58 Designing workplaces for Wellbeing with Andy Holmes
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Wellbeing must be applied throughout the entire organisation and have equal weight across functions"A great discussion with Andy about understanding ...
#57 Inclusion as a lever for regenerative ecosystems with Graham Boyd
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"inclusion is about recognising everything that is inadequately connected with everything else and increasing the connectivity"A very insightful conve...
#56 Changing the conversation on bullying in the workplace with Linda Crockett
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
An insightful and rich conversation with Linda about understanding and speaking out about psychological harassment and bullying in the workplace....
#55 The different dimensions of a future fit culture with Geoff Marlow
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Digital technology is great, but digital profiles also need to include human science to enable sustainable innovation." A great discussion with Geoff...
#54 Humane Productivity with Rahaf Harfoush
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rahaf and I discuss hustle culture and why it is so harmful. We focus on the underlying belief systems of the "people" working in this culture because...
#53 Transformation through acknowledgement with Kylee Stone
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"A lack of acknowledgement leads to people feeling under-appreciated and gives rise to hidden resentment, internalising suffering and has a huge impac...
#52 The power of data in organisations with Sam Crawshay Jones
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Just having data in your systems is not enough -its about how you intentionally make use of it." Sam & I have a great conversation about understa...
#51 Transforming Systems with Joan Lurie
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“we need to bring a new set of assumptions to our field of work” Joan and I delve into the world of organisational ecology and reframing the ...
#50 Transforming potential with Luke Tyburski
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“When reaching your limits, its only there where you’ll catch a glimpse of your true potential”Luke shares his story and experience of overcomin...
#49 Connecting the dots with Dr Christian Busch
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“Through proactive decision-making, we can turn unplanned moments into positive outcomes and cultivate serendipity”Is innovation the result o...
#48 Humans at Work with Anna Tavis
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"in order for us to understand the future we can't lose the connection to the past"Anna and I discuss evolution of humans and the workplace,&nbs...
#47 Move fast, Break shit, Burn out with Tracey Lovejoy and Shannon Lucas
07 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"catalysts must be intentional, clear & bold and accept that they can't help everyone all the time.."Tracey, Shannon and I delve into the world of...
#46 Leadership, intelligence and the future of work with Dr Richard Claydon
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“We need to recognise that it is about how we work not where we work”Richard and I discuss leadership discourses, from digital taylorism to eco le...
#45 Building trust-based schools with Babette Lockefeer
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"These are authentic human beings and I don't need to teach them.. they already want to grow and learn.." Babette and I have an insightful discussion ...
#44 Thinking Wrong about transformation with Greg Galle
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"94% of CEOs are dissatisfied with innovation in their organisation and COVID has accelerated the need for the executive layer to understand the natur...
#43 Transforming your Inner Leadership Team with Wendy Kendall
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“All parts are welcome ! find space & places to connect with the experiences of Self”Wendy and I have a fun and insightful discussion on getti...
#42 Emotions and culture with Jeremy Dean
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Emotions drive behaviour & yet we never talk about them in the workplace.. "Jeremy and I explore the place of emotions in the workplace and ...
#41 Happiness at work with Kathryn Owler
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What does happiness at work actually mean ? Can we build it consciously ? . Kathryn and I discuss the much debated and often elusive subject of h...
#40 Human and digital - solving "messy problems" with Vivienne Ming
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Ai is just a powerful set of tools, what we really need is to understand human problems better.."A thought provoking and insightful discussion with V...
#39 Diversity beyond Tokenism : why being politically correct doesn't help anyone with Swati Jena
18 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What does diversity really bring to business and how can we normalise this conversation? Are we asking the right questions and do we measure it ...
#38 Learning tomorrow : Artificial Intelligence & neuroscience working hand in hand with Alexia Audevart
04 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"We are already living in the century of the brain" : What is the future of humanity and how do we learn in an increasingly digital world ? How d...
#37 Platform-ecosystem thinking : the move to more networked organisations with Simone Cicero
20 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Overwhelmed by the need to rethink your organisational models , service models and capabilities in your organisation.. ? Struggling to keep up wi...
#36 Rebuild : the Economy, Leadership and You with Graham Boyd
06 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"We’re at a point where we have to ‘multi-solve' & understand the challenge from all possible perspectives"A rich and insightful discussion ab...
#35 Empowering voices - the Academy of Oratory Art with Murielle Cozette
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“Speaking to others is always a privilege….” How to empower voices and communicate with clarity ? Your voice is unique and offers the best ...
#34 A new paradigm for organisational change with Julie Hodges
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“Create the space where people can ask the question “what works for me, what works for us… “An insightful and rich discussion with Julie...
#33 Demystifying Trust with Antoinette Weibel
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Are we ready to drop our masks and share our deeper selves ? "Antoinette and I have a rich and fun conversation on Trust, a much used term that every...
#32 Mental health : changing the conversation with Brid O'Meara
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“One of the greatest gifts we can give to another person is to listen, and not to respond, just to hear”Brid and I have an inspiring and rich conv...
#31 Hyper learning in the digital age with Edward Hess
28 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“We all need to manage our emotions and climb over the 2 biggest inhibitors of learning : ego and fear”A rich, fun and inspiring conversation with...
#30 Transformation breakthrough - the missing piece of the jigsaw with Mike Straw
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“Our thinking creates reality and the status quo continuously exerts a gravitational pull backwards”In this weeks episode of let's talk Mike and I...
#29 The importance of inclusive leadership with Gianna Driver
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"Inclusive leadership is hard, and it's a journey..but one that is incredibly worthwhile"In this week's episode of let's talk Gianna and I have a fun...
#28 Sororistas - women writing the future with Sarah Neumann
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“Collective intelligence is about learning from each other and about listening intently to human needs, to create something more purposeful..”In t...
#27 Undisruptable with Aidan McCullen
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“Where are we vulnerable ? Where is my business model at risk ? ”An insightful and fun conversation with Aidan on the mindset of permanent reinven...
#26 Purpose Driven people with Alize Hofmeester
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“To really solve problems ask for input from all those involved and design the model together. Don’t design behind close doors..”In this week’...
#25 Digital Society School & Transformation design with Marco Van Hout
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“Digital is the context and then it is about ethics, capability, transformation and sustainability.” In this week’s episode of let’s talk...
#24 Building and measuring inclusion in today's workplace with Amina Folarin
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“ You need to put inclusion at the heart of your business strategy to drive business transformation” In this weeks episode of let’s talk Am...
#23 The role of HR in rebuilding the employee experience in today's world with John Wallace
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“The scale and extent of the culture shift for HR will depend on the appetite for change of the organisation.”In this episode of let's talk John a...
#22 Navigating uncertainty through times of crisis with David Lynch
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
"values-led project management is the way to solve complex problems" In this episode of let's talk David and I delve into his wealth of experienc...
#21 Leading Agile ecosystems with Peter Stoppelenburg
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“Culture eats strategy for breakfast.. and methodologies for lunch.. “In this episode of let’s talk Peter and I discuss Agile philosophy an...
#20 Transforming through fearless leadership with Deborah Abbot Moulin
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
" 2020 has been challenging, but also a real opportunity for leaders to look inside and ask themselves some bigger questions.. "In this episode of Let...
#19 Women in leadership and transforming systems with Angela Philp
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“I get out of bed in the morning because I have a commitment that is bigger than me.. “ In this episode of let’s talk Angela and I have a f...
#18 The challenge of achieving organisational agility in the digital age with Raj Fowler
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
“You need to use the culture to change the culture…”In this week’s episode of let’s talk Raj and I explore the challenges of creating &...
#17 Beyond Agile : organisational and individual transformation with Otti Vogt
14 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The maturity of an organisation can never transcend the maturity and consciousness of its leaders.. In this episode of Let’s talk Otti and I have a ...
#16 The art of data driven organisations in today's world with Peter Jackson
30 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We are at a pivotal moment for understanding the value of data as well as the role of the Chief Data Officer in shifting organisational culture. ...
#15 Rethinking Leadership with Deepa Natarajan
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What is the place of resilience in leadership and how can we stop overplaying our strengths for more sustainable growth ? In this episode of Let'...
#14 Women leaders for planetary health with Nicole De Paula
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
“How can mindsets play a role in the way we advance sustainability ? How do we become more diverse ? “In this episode of let’s talk, Nicole and ...
#13 Sprinting for impact with Robert Skrobe
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of let's talk, Robert and I discuss design sprinting, how design sprints can be used to establish human connection, and the overriding...
#12 Be less Zombie: How great companies create dynamic innovation, fearless leadership and passionate people with Elvin Turner
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
“What is that they’re doing that is so different ? What can we learn from the unicorns ? “In this episode of let's talk, Elvin and I have a grea...
#11 #Time4Humanity with Samie Al-Achrafi
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"The digital age confronts us with one of the most important questions of all, which it seems after 200 000 years we ‘re still unprepared to tackle,...
#10 The changing face of coaching with Frederic Funck
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"Coaching is dead, long live coaching ! "In this week's episode of let's talk Fred and I discuss the changing practice of coaching and the way co...
#9 The art of transformative facilitation and beyond with Keith Jones and Tessa Sharp
06 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Now more than ever, leaders have to be clear as to how their "best selves" can show up with all their stakeholders, and how they are ‘being’ as le...
#8 Building and leading Business Ecosystems with Roland Deiser
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"Digitalisation of industries and the digital enhancement of products and services means that businesses need to engage in ecosystems much more than b...
#7 The role of a coaching culture in times of crisis with Gillian Jones
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of let's talk Gillian and I discuss the role of a coaching culture in times of crisis. We explore what a coaching culture is, w...
#6 Data driven ways of working with Matt Evans
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what happens when you have real - time data at your fingertips and how it impacts decision making, organisational culture and g...
#5 Employee Experience with Ben Whitter
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
"Are you ready to rip up the rule book in the way you develop your culture ? " What is getting in the way of a great experience and how do we change t...
#4 Design that includes your customers with Christine Hemphill
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of let's talk Christine and I discuss how to design inclusively with and for your customers.Customer centricity is key for all busines...
#3 Business Agility in today’s world with Evan Leybourn
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of let's talk Evan and I discuss Business Agility research and practice, and the role of Agility in shaping organisations. Evan shares...
#2 Coaching through transformation and uncertainty with Brian Chaloner
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever wonder how to support your peers and team through these uncertain times ? In this episode of Let's talk Brain and I discuss the power of c...
#1 The role of vision and purpose in transforming organisations with Aidan McCullen
04 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of "let’s talk", Aidan and I take an in-depth look at the role of purpose and vision in transforming organisations. We discuss ...
#0 About Let’s talk
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Learn more about ideas on transformation and change in the Let's talk podcast series...