The Connected Leadership Podcast

Why Perfectionism is a Leadership Problem with James Cleverly

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is admitting a mistake a sign of weakness or a leadership superpower? In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata reaches into the arch...

The Secret to High-Performing Teams: Psychological Safety with Rebecca Morgan

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What is the single most important factor that separates the highest-performing teams from the rest? When Google launched "Project Aristotle" to answer...

The Power of Simple Messaging with Ben Brabyn

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to The Connected Leadership Bytes. In today’s archive episode, Andy is joined by Ben Brabyn, a former Captain in the Royal Marines, for...

The Cost of Executive Lonliness with Ray McGrath

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The higher you climb, the lonelier it gets. It’s a well-worn cliché, but what is the raw, human reality behind it? What happens when the pressure t...

What Lost Tapes from the 1970s Reveal About Today's Youth with Alexis Redding

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Are today's young adults really that different from previous generations? In this fascinating episode, Andy Lopata sits down with Alexis Redding, who ...

The Leader's Job is the Easy Part with Anna Wardley

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to swim across the world’s most dangerous stretches of water with no wetsuit? For record-breaking endurance swimmer Anna Wardley, ...

Welcome to The Nowhere Office with Julia Hobsbawn OBE

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The battle over the office is raging. Leaders like Elon Musk and Alan Sugar are demanding a full return, calling remote workers lazy. But are they fig...

A Masterclass in Humour with the "Headliners" Jeremy Nicholas & Tim Gard

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a joke bombs in the boardroom? In this episode from the archives on humour, Andy Lopata brings in the headliners: two of the world'...

Engineering Luck & Leading with Curiosity with Marianne Abib-Pech

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this captivating episode, Andy Lopata sits down with the remarkable Marianne Abib-Pech. A dynamic leader, Marianne transitioned from a highly succe...

The Network Playbook for Your Next Career Move with Luca Signoretti

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling stuck? Have the last few years left you with itchy feet, questioning your career path and wondering what's next? You are not alone. Ma...

What's Your Bad Boss's Currency? with Andrew Bryant

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As a leader, your instinct is to be nice. You avoid tough conversations to keep the peace and offer vague praise to maintain morale. But what if this ...

Erasing the Line Between Personal & Professional Self with Bernard Savage

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Is the strict, invisible line between your ‘work self’ and your ‘real self’ the biggest thing holding your career back? In a world obsessed wi...

The Art of Ethical Persuasion with Paul du Toit

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How do you change someone's mind without being manipulative? In a world where influence is a key leadership currency, the line between ethical persuas...

The Crisis Leader Trap with Heather Wright

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is there a time and a place for command and control leadership Absolutely. But what happens when the leaders we promote for their crisis-management sk...

You Don't Have to Be Funny, You Have to Be Likable with Athena Kugblenu

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a leader faces a heckler? In the high-stakes world of stand-up comedy, your reputation is made or broken in the seconds it takes to ...

Is Command & Control Finally Dead? with Myles Downey

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The age of the top-down, "do as I say" leader is obsolete. We all know it, yet many organisations are still clinging to the old command and control mo...

The Art of Being Ridiculously Easy to Do Business featuring David Avrin

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You believe your biggest competitive advantage is the quality of your work. You’re wrong. In today’s fast-paced world, your customers have quietly...

Why 'Man Up' is Bad for Business with Stephen Whitton and Moe Carrick

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does masculinity mean in today's workplace? This episode moves beyond outdated stereotypes to explore the powerful dynamic of masculine and fem...

How to Become the Go-To Person in Your Industry with Jane Bayler

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you the best-kept secret in your organisation? You work hard, you deliver results, but when it comes to promotions and opportunities, you're consi...

Mastering Crisis Management with Alan Stevens

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when a leader's reputation crumbles in the public eye? Can trust ever be rebuilt? In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy L...

The Hard Work of Inclusion with Andy Woodfield & Dr. Heather Melville OBE

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Connected Leadership Bytes. This week Andy Lopata looks back into the archive for a conversation from October 2020. This episode features A...

The Subtle Art of Upgrading Your Relationships with Jake Thompson

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are the people you spend time with making you better or holding you back? This episode examines Jim Rohn's famous idea that you are the average of the...

The Alpha Male's Paradox with Luke Ambler and Dion Jensen

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when two traditional "alpha males"—a former rugby league champion and an ex-infantryman—sit down for a raw, unfiltered conversation a...

Moving Beyond "Bananas in the Canteen" with Geoff McDonald and Perry Burton

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are your strongest, most energetic leaders secretly drowning? In this powerful episode of  Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy goes into the archives fo...

Leadership Lessons from the Frontlines of Conflict with Danny Gal

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a world fractured by tribalism and conflict, can the lessons learned from the frontlines of the Israeli-Palestinian divide transform how we lead? T...

Mentoring the CEO with Patrice Gordon

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to flip the entire leadership hierarchy on its head? In this powerful episode, Andy sits down with Patrice Gordon, the trailblazer who became ...

3 From 300

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this landmark celebration of the 300th episode of The Connected Leadership Podcast, Andy Lopata reflects on his original aim to explore the power o...

The Olympian's Playbook for Leading High-Performing Teams with Goldie Sayers

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this edition of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata returns to the archives for a classic conversation with Goldie Sayers, Olympic bronze medal...

The 15-Minute Social Leader with Phil Jones and Sam Rathling

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits a gem-filled conversation from the archives with Phil Jones, Managing Director of ...

Why Your Mindset is Your Greatest Networking Asset with Alisa Cohn

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his conversation with Alisa Cohn, executive coach and author of From Startup to G...

Neurodiversity, Core Drivers, and the Recipe for True Teamwork with Michelle Mills-Porter

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if a single, catastrophic event could completely reshape your understanding of human connection? For Michelle Mills-Porter, surviving the 2004 Bo...

How to Stand Out and Lead Authentically With Lesley Everett

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Connected Leadership Bytes where this week, we look back at a powerful conversation with personal branding expert Lesley Everett. And...

The Art of Thought Leadership With Daniel Priestley and Mindy Gibbins-Klein

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special edition of The Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his conversation with thought leadership experts Mindy Gibbins-Klein a...

How to 'Go Rhino' and Achieve Massive Ambitions with David Hyner

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this edition of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata reminds us of the powerful and popular conversation he had with researcher and speaker, Dav...

There's Nothing Magical About Monday with Melina Palmer

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever found yourself pushing a crucial task to a mythical, more productive “tomorrow”? You’re not alone. In this fascinating episode of The Conne...

Connecting with the Next Generation of Talent With Rebecca Robins

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this edition of The Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits a powerful conversation from the archives with Rebecca Robins, Global Chief Le...

Go to War With the Army You've Got With Dr. Brian EA “Beam” Maue

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We're dipping into the archives for one of our most popular episodes! Andy Lopata revisits his fascinating conversation with Dr. Beam Maue, co-founder...

The Power of Know, Like, and Trust with Dr. Ruth Gotian

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his insightful conversation with the ultimate super-connector, Dr. Ruth Gotian...

The Art of Respectful Disagreement with Justin Jones-Fosu

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a world where disrespect and division are increasingly normalised, how can leaders navigate difficult conversations and transform conflict into con...

The Crazy Busy Cure with Zena Everett

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you constantly drowning in a sea of emails, back-to-back meetings, and an endless to-do list? Do you end the day feeling exhausted but not truly p...

How Internal Relationships Shape Leadership Success with Mark Herschberg

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Your career success depends on more than just your skills—it's built on the strength of your relationships. In this classic episode from the archi...

The Power of Storytelling, Humour and Human Connection with Dr Bob Lefkowitz

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata goes back to the archive to his interview with Nobel Laureate Dr Bob Lefkowitz where they d...

How Storytelling Shapes Culture and Connection with Lee Cockrell

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his episode with Lee Cockrell, former Executive Vice President of Operations at Di...

Connecting Through Pitching with Jenna Dominique

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Podcast, Andy Lopata welcomes guest Jenna Dominique, a pitch and communication expert, working with over 2...

Gender Equity, Authenticity and Systemic Change in Leadership with Jennifer McCollum

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Andy Lopata revisits his conversation with Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Catalyst and author of In Her Own Voice: A Woman’s Rise to CEO...

Building Human-Centric Teams in a Virtual Age with Nikki Bush

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, we go back to the archive to revisit a conversation with human potential expert Nikki Bush who joined A...

How Communication, Trust, and Fun Shape Leadership Culture with Neil Wilkie

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata looks back at his podcast episode with Neil Wilkie, a former successful businessman turned ...

"Turning Resistance into Buy-In - Managing Key Relationships Across A Project" with Rory Murray

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Podcast, Andy Lopata welcomes Rory Murray, Rory has more than 25 years’ experience across Europe, Middle...

Building Resilient Leaders for Today's Challenges with Jodie Rogers

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata talks to Jodie Rogers, founder of Symbia and author of The Hidden Edge. With two decades of...

Embracing AI, Hybrid Work, and Skills Development With Peter Brown

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another exciting episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, where we are exploring the future of work, the role of leadership in navigating the...

Build a Business That is Smarter Than You with Jennifer Sundberg

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his interviews with Jennifer Sundberg, Co-CEO of Board Intelligence and author of ...

Into the Blue: Building Meaningful Workplaces With Ikigai featuring Sri Chellappa

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Podcast, Andy Lopata welcomes Sri Chellappa, President and Co-Founder of Engagedly, a performance manageme...

Rethinking Meetings: Why Smaller is Better with Lawrence Krubner

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his conversation with Lawrence Krubner, author of One to One Meetings are Underrat...

Fail Fast, Learn Faster: Building a Culture of Innovation with Daniela Landher

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his conversation with Daniela Landher, a former head of talent engagement at Googl...

Lights, Camera, Impact: The Anna Fiorentini Story of Arts and Empowerment

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

  Welcome back to another episode of the Connected Leadership Podcast. Today’s episode is a little special. We’re part of Podcaston, an awesome...

Connected Leadership Bytes: Connecting With Impact with Frank Agin

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes host Andy Lopata talks to Frank Agin, a connector and founder of AM Business Connections, about building...

The Connected Leadership Podcast 270 Creating a Purposeful Life With Amy Rowlinson

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Podcast, Andy welcomes Amy Rowlinson, Shining a light on what is possible when you focus on ‘why’, Amy...

Trends, Fads and Futures with Charlotte Kemp

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Lopata revisits his interview with Charlotte Kemp in this episode of the Connected Leadership Bytes. Charlotte is a Futures Alchemist and interna...

The Art of Disagreeing Agreeably with Rebecca Morgan

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata welcomes Rebecca Morgan, a renowned author and leadership expert, to investigate the concep...

Why Human Connection Is So Important with Simone Heng

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Connected Leadership podcast with Andy Lopata. This week, Andy looks back at his interview with former radio broadcaster and inspiratio...

The Master Negotiator & Body Language Expert with Greg Williams

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Podcast, host Andy Lopata welcomes Greg Williams, ‘The Master Negotiator & Body Language Expert.’  Wi...

Lessons in Teamwork, Resilience, and Leadership from Kevin Gaskell

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata looks back at his interview with Kevin Gaskell, serial entrepreneur, author, and advent...

Building Strong Relationships with LaTonya Kilpatrick

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits the episode with LaTonya Kilpatrick, Worldwide Director of Technology Research and...

Why Would People Recommend You? with Michael Roderick

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his interview with Michael Roderick, host of the "Access to Anyone" podcast, explo...

The Mole and the Mountain: Navigating Your 2025 Journey with Jane Gunn

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the Connected Leadership Podcast! We kick off 2025 with a returning guest, commercial mediator Jane Gunn, who joins Andy Lopata to dis...

Bytes: Vulnerability, Habits, and Productising Your Business with Andy Lopata

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his interview with Malcolm Palmer on making Making Your Business Less Dependent On...

Connected Leadership Bytes: Investing in Relationships for Success with Melina Palmer

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Andy Lopata revisits his guest interview with Melina Palmer on The Brainy Business Podcast, to explore the power of connected leaders...

Designing Authentic Connection with Melva Lajoy Legrand

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Connected Leadership Bytes features a revisit of Andy's conversation with Melva Lajoy Legrand, a leading event planner. Andy and Melv...

Building Effective Professional Relationships: Interview with Andy Lopata

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Lisa Fane, CEO of the Center for Mentoring Excellence, and her colleague Michelle Hancock interview And...

Ridiculously Easy to Do Business With... David Avrin

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this month’s premiere episode of the Connected Leadership Podcast, Andy Lopata interviews David Avrin. David is one of the most in-demand Custom...

Complete Guide To Effective Mentoring with Andy Lopata

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Bytes, we feature Andy Lopata’s guest interview on the Authority Podcast with Ross Romano. Andy is a spe...

The Happiness Revolution featuring Paul McGee

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Connected Leadership Bytes dives into a conversation with Paul McGee, author and speaker known for his book “SUMO (Shut Up, Move On) and ...

From Wham! To Woo featuring Janey Lee Grace

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready to raise a glass... of sparkling water! In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his episode with Janey Lee Grace...

The Power of Tough Questions With Nathan Farrugia

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Podcast, host Andy Lopata welcomes Nathan Farrugia, leader of the Vistage Group. Nathan is an experienced ...

How to Find Mentors in Unexpected Places with Deborah Heiser

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Connected Leadership Bytes examines the concept of lateral mentoring, a powerful yet often overlooked form of support. Deborah Heiser,...

National Mentoring Day: Ignite the Spark Within with Chelsey Baker

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his interview featuring Chelsey Baker, founder of National Mentoring Day. Andy and...

How to Master the Art of Mentoring (and Being Mentored) with Andy Lopata and Kwame Christian

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Connected Leadership Bytes, originally featured as a guest interview on the Kwame Christian podcast "Negotiate Anything," features And...

'At First I Couldn't Talk, Now They Can't Shut Me Up' with Derrick Noble

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership podcast Andy Lopata features Derrick Noble. Dr. Derrick has spent the past two decades helping business le...

Communicating Beyond the Silo with Antoni Lacinai

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Lopata recalls his conversation with workplace communication expert Antoni Licanai In this episode of the Connected Leadership Bytes. They examin...

Mastering Visual Communication For Impactful Leadership with Todd Cherches

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his interviews with Todd Cherches, an academic from New York who specialises i...

Navigating Communication Challenges in a Multi-Generational Workplace with Renee Lee Rosenberg

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his interview with Renee Lee Rosenberg, a talent development coach, trainer an...

Using Humour and Storytelling to Communicate Effectively with Bruce Y Lee

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Bytes, Andy Lopata revisits his conversation with Bruce Y Lee, a writer, journalist, and professor whose a...

'Move Fast, Break (the Right) Things' with Shannon Lucas & Tracey Lovejoy

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Connected Leadership podcast investigates the world of catalysts, those individuals who possess an unstoppable drive to create cha...

Beyond Win-Lose: Negotiating for Success & Stronger Relationships with Kwame Christian

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready to level up your communication skills and master the art of negotiation with Kwame Christian, a leading negotiation expert, two-time best-se...

Finding Your Voice with Apurva Purohit

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership podcast, Andy Lopata reconnects with Apurva Purohit, an author and advocate for gender diversity. Apurva P...

'Unstoppable; From Survival to Summit to Paralympic Gold' with Aaron Phipps

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership podcast Olympic mini-series, Andy Lopata welcomes Aaron Phipps, MBE. Aaron is a Great Britain wheelchair r...

Olympic Special #3 Breaking Barriers with Maritza McClendon

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership podcast, Andy Lopata welcomes Maritza McClendon, a 2004 Olympic silver medalist and the first African Amer...

Olympic Special #2 The Gold Medal Mindset with Ryan Millar

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership podcast, Andy Lopata enters the world of volleyball with three-time Olympian and gold medalist, Ryan Milla...

Olympic Special #1 Beyond the Podium with Caryn Davies

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's Connected Leadership podcast looks at the world of elite athletics with Olympian Caryn Davies. Caryn Davies is a three-time Olympic medali...

Creating a Culture of Transformation with Richard Gerver

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Connected Leadership podcast features a fascinating conversation with Richard Gerver,  Andy’s guest this week. Richard came to ...

Sorry, not Sorry with Victoria McLean

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership podcast, Andy Lopata welcomes Victoria McLean, CEO of City CV and Hanover Talent Solutions. Victoria trans...

Being Coachable with Scott Osman and Jacquelyn Lane

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Lopata hosts Scott Osman and Jacquelyn Lane, founders of the Hundred Coaches Agency and co-authors of "Being Coachable." They explore the crucial...

WHAT IF.......? with Stephen Bailey

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership podcast, host Andy Lopata investigates the power of asking "what if?" with guest Stephen Bailey. Stephen i...

Authentic Connections with Melva Lajoy Legrand

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Lopata welcomes Melva Lajoy Legrand to this episode of the Connected Leadership podcast. Melva and Andy explore the concept of authentic connecti...

Potholes and Pavements with Laura Laker

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of the Connected Leadership podcast takes a unique turn, featuring Laura Laker, a prominent and well-respected travel journalist and co-h...

The Hyper-Personalisation of the Employee Experience with Angela Cheng-Cimini

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Andy Lopata welcomes Angela Cheng-Cimini, an HR professional, to discuss the hyper-personalisation of the employee experience and its impact on organi...

Navigating a Career in Leadership with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, CEO & President, FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership podcast, Andy Lopata welcomes Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, immediate past vice chairman of external affairs for Roya...

Contagious Enthusiasm with Dr Adam Dorsay

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Podcast, Andy Lopata welcomes Dr. Adam Dorsay, a licensed psychologist and executive coach based in Silico...

Empathy in the Workplace with Dr Stacy Moore

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Podcast, Andy Lopata welcomes Dr. Stacy Moore, a practitioner psychologist specialising in organisational ...

Fostering Inclusion and Equity in the Workplace with Jennifer McCollum

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Connected Leadership Podcast, Andy Lopata’s guest is Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Catalyst, a NY-based nonprofit focused on acce...