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EP 33: “Taking Back Control” in Chaos

Last week, we hosted a Flow CEO Forum, which was the first of its kind virtually. Where we invited 10 CEOs from non-competing industries and non-competing organisations together in an open space environment to share what Marvin Gaye might describe or ask as "what's going on?". Check out the insights from this session.

February 4, 2021

EP 32: Prioritising & Planning in Chaos

In this episode Ian focuses on why, counter-intuitively, Prioritising & Planning become even more crucial in Chaos. Enjoy!

January 21, 2021

EP 31: Your PPE for a Better 2021

In the first of 2021, I share a simple but profound and effective way to prepare yourself for a better 2021 – in spite of the Chaos. The Leader's PPE stands for: P – Perspective (Scripting the right Story), Priorities (Choosing the right Action) , E – Equilibrium (Maintaining Resilience). The method is both holistic and human, and can be

January 13, 2021

EP 30: Leadership Lessons in Chaos

In the final Episode of 2020 Ian selects the top 5 Leadership lessons we can extract from the most trying of years: Leadership is critical & not just necessary during Chaos, Life is random, discriminating, and unfair; meet it where it is, The “What’s Possible” mindset, The Old World wasn’t perfect anyway & People double down on their real self

December 16, 2020

EP 14: Motivation In Chaos Part 3

In this final part of the Motivation in chaos episode, Ian explores how the factors that can motivate people can show up at home with our friends and families. He explains how motivating people in the wrong way can have disastrous consequences. Part 3 of 3. Enjoy!

EP 12: Motivation in Chaos Part 1

This episode covers motivating your people in times of chaos. Ian discusses the five core factors that influence human behaviour and motivation as introduced the Neuroleadership Institute and David Rock in his SCARF model.

EP 8: Building Trust

“It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it.” – Warren Buffett. In this episode, Ian reflects on the importance of Trust in times of chaos. This episode looks at how we tend to react in times of uncertainty and the two neural systems that are at play. He then explains 5 % moments and

EP 7: Finding Gold in the Dirt

“Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit.” - Napoleon Hill. In episode 7, Ian speaks about the Chaos Room. What is the Chaos Room? How are Leaders and Organisations dealing with the chaos room? and, The Leadership responsibility amidst the chaos. Finally, some guiding questions for leaders. Enjoy!

EP 6: Be Your Best Self

Ian shares how to be your best self in times of chaos. Self care is core when you are in the chaos room. Ian discusses the Zeigarnik Effect, asks who is in your War Cabinet, and the importance of being kind to yourself.

EP 5: Clarity in Chaos

Episode 5 is about clarity in chaos, where our communication must be ultra clear, even if that is the delivery of bad news. This episode includes an extract from a live webinar for the Executive Institute.

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