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Why Great Leaders Learn to Get Comfortable with the Uncomfortable

“Get comfortable with uncomfortable” is a familiar CrossFit slogan, but it carries a truth that reaches far beyond the gym. All growth, whether physical, psychological, or spiritual, sits on the far side of discomfort. Discomfort is simply the price you pay in advance for moving to the next level. Yet discomfort triggers something deep in…
May 16, 2024
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Why Leadership Relies on Human Skills More Than Technical Skills

Jack Ma once said, “The more digital the world becomes, the more we must emphasise that which makes us most human.” Leadership plays a crucial role in ensuring our uniquely human qualities remain at the forefront in a digital age. After thirty years of running leadership workshops, Ian McClean has asked thousands of participants the…
May 9, 2024
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The Royal Mint of Spain: Leadership, Innovation and Reinvention

Real Madrid may dominate the Champions League, but they are not the only “Real” worth talking about in the Spanish capital. Hidden in plain sight is another institution with a remarkable legacy: La Real Casa de la Moneda, the Royal Mint of Spain. Built in 1861, the Royal Mint printed and produced Spain’s currency for…
April 30, 2024
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Why People Don’t Do What They Are Supposed to Do

How leaders can clear up ambiguity. Here is a simple question: why do people not do what they are supposed to do? This question has fascinated leaders for decades. One of the clearest answers comes from Ferdinand Fournies, who examined the experience of more than 25,000 supervisors around the world. His findings are remarkably consistent…
April 26, 2024
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What Leadership Actually Means Today

Type the word “leadership” into Google, and you will get roughly 6.4 billion results. Narrow it to “leadership books”, and you are still swimming in 3.5 billion options. Among them are some questionable gems, including two personal favourites: The Art of Executive Juggling: Work, Life, and Chainsaws and Leadership Lessons from My Cat: Unleash Your…
April 18, 2024
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What the Longest Harvard Study Teaches Us About Happiness

Around this time of year, you might hear the familiar line, “Love is in the air; everywhere I look around.” For some, it sparks warmth. For others, it sparks an eye roll. Valentine’s Day divides opinion, often dismissed as a Hallmark invention rather than a meaningful moment. Yet the research tells a different story. One…
February 14, 2024
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Why Performance Reviews Trigger Fear

Performance reviews rarely spark excitement. No one wakes up thinking, “I can’t wait for my review today.” Many managers and leaders approach annual reviews with hesitation. The conversations feel high-stakes. People brace. Leaders often do too. Yet with the right skills and approach, performance reviews can shift from dread to genuine clarity, connection, and even…
December 7, 2023
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EP 16: Conversations in Chaos Part 1
In this episode Ian shares why conversations are key to maintaining a positive relationship with your people. He discussed how there is nothing like a conversation or the power of a conversation to either connect us or divide us.
July 8, 2020
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EP 15: Mid-Term Report Leadership Insights in Chaos
In this episode, Ian covers some interesting insights from the last 15 episodes and polls from our leadership in chaos webinars.
July 2, 2020
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EP 3: Communicating In Chaos – Shape the Story
This episode is about how we, as leaders, shape the story. Storytelling is an essential human skill; it helps us make sense of the world. Therefore, the stories we tell become vitally important.
April 6, 2020
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