Ever feel like the pace of leadership is pulling you in a hundred directions, leaving no space to reflect or recharge? You're not alone. In this episode, I explore what it truly means to lead with presence, impact, and a sustainable rhythm that fuels both your purpose and your wellbeing—with the thoughtful and wise Digby Scott. Digby is a leadership coach, speaker, author, and host of the Dig Deeper Podcast. Known for his ability to create high-trust, deep-learning environments, he’s worked across sectors and continents, guiding leaders to grow with clarity, courage, and integrity. He’s also the author of Change Makers and Out There, and a passionate advocate for redesigning work and life around what matters most. In this energising and deeply reflective conversation, Digby and I unpack what it means to lead sustainably in a world that glorifies busyness. We explore how leaders can create space, stay grounded in their purpose, and build thriving teams by asking better questions and taking a systems view. This episode is a masterclass in shifting from reactive leadership to creative, lasting impact. In this episode, we cover: – The critical difference between reactive and creative leadership – How to cultivate unhurried productivity for sustainable impact – Why 'legacy' leadership needs a rebrand – What it really takes to influence a system as a leader – The four-question framework that unlocks deeper team conversations – Letting go of ego and embracing host leadership over hero leadership – Creating lasting impact through trust, curiosity, and shared purpose What really stayed with me from this conversation was Digby's phrase "high intention, low attachment." It's such a powerful reminder that leadership isn't about controlling outcomes but about creating the conditions for others to thrive. When we lead from that place, we unlock something truly generative. I also loved his four-question framework, which he has so generously shared here: https://digbyscott.com/thoughts/the-four-questions-that-change-everythingLink/s: – The Four Questions That Change Everything: https://digbyscott.com/thoughts/the-four-questions-that-change-everything– Questions Toolkit: https://digbyscott.com/questionstoolkit – Digby’s website: https://digbyscott.com/– Digby’s LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/digbyscott/

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