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The Maverick Paradox Podcast is a twice weekly show for the pathologically curious, whether they run their own business or leads within someone else's. It is popular global podcast which looks at the world from a maverick perspective. Judith Germain explores how Maverick Leadership shows up in the world and the lessons that can be learnt from Maverick Leaders. The podcast also features replays of the popular Maverick Paradox @ KLDR Online Leadership Development Radio show. The Maverick Paradox Podcast enjoys lively conversations between its host Judith Germain and her guests. With a few bonus episodes thrown in to delight listeners. Mavericks and Maverick Leaders are pathologically curious, so the conversations and topics on the show are diverse to encourage that curiosity. This podcast enjoys exploring what it’s like to be a maverick (defined by Judith to mean wilfully independent person) and discovering effective modes of leadership. ABOUT JUDITH GERMAIN Having founded The Maverick Paradox and Maverick Paradox Media she catalyses transformation by creating clear thinking and decisive leaders in the fields of leadership, culture, change and diversity. A renowned C-Suite Mentor, Speaker, Consultant, Trainer, Facilitator and Author she believes that anyone can enhance their leadership capability. HER BOOK: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leadership. FOLLOW/CONTACT: Websites: https://www.maverickparadox.co.uk Magazine: https://www.themaverickparadox.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judithgermain/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JudithGermainFanPage Email: Contact @ maverickparadox.com

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The Maverick Paradox Podcast is a twice weekly show for the pathologically curious, whether they run their own business or leads within someone else's. It is popular global podcast which looks at the world from a maverick perspective. Judith Germain explores how Maverick Leadership shows up in the world and the lessons that can be learnt from Maverick Leaders. The podcast also features replays of the popular Maverick Paradox @ KLDR Online Leadership Development Radio show. The Maverick Paradox Podcast enjoys lively conversations between its host Judith Germain and her guests. With a few bonus episodes thrown in to delight listeners. Mavericks and Maverick Leaders are pathologically curious, so the conversations and topics on the show are diverse to encourage that curiosity. This podcast enjoys exploring what it’s like to be a maverick (defined by Judith to mean wilfully independent person) and discovering effective modes of leadership. ABOUT JUDITH GERMAIN Having founded The Maverick Paradox and Maverick Paradox Media she catalyses transformation by creating clear thinking and decisive leaders in the fields of leadership, culture, change and diversity. A renowned C-Suite Mentor, Speaker, Consultant, Trainer, Facilitator and Author she believes that anyone can enhance their leadership capability. HER BOOK: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leadership. FOLLOW/CONTACT: Websites: https://www.maverickparadox.co.uk Magazine: https://www.themaverickparadox.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judithgermain/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JudithGermainFanPage Email: Contact @ maverickparadox.com

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English


Episodes

Workplace Leadership and Culture Secrets

3/18/2024
In this episode Judith Germain joins Kindra Maples and Catherine Mattice on Ben Albert's Real Talk with the GrowGetters. They discuss Unveiling Workplace Leadership and Culture Secrets. This episode is reproduced with permission and as it was originally broadcast. Join Ben Albert as he hosts a powerhouse discussion on "Real Talk with the GrowGetters" with industry experts: Catalysing Transformation: Judith Germain is an expert in creating clear-thinking and decisive leaders, and she delves into the transformative power of aligning organisational culture with collective leadership. Witness how strong cultures fuel decisive leadership, innovation, and growth. [05:41] Humanity Drives Success: Kindra Maples underscores the pivotal role of humanity in bridging leadership and culture, driving companies towards thriving environments. Discover the impact of human-centered leadership on organisational success. [07:01] Leadership Culture for Excellence: Explore with Judith how cultivating leadership within the culture accelerates decision-making, accountability, and client satisfaction. Unlock strategies for fostering a culture of leadership excellence. [09:46] Combatting Toxicity: Catherine Mattice, a leading voice in combatting toxicity, shares invaluable insights on recognising and addressing toxic behaviors like burnout in the workplace. Learn strategies for cultivating a healthy and productive work environment. [14:29] The Compassionate Edge: Kindra Maples champions compassion as a cornerstone of positive workplace culture. Discover how compassionate leadership enhances team dynamics and productivity. [33:16] This is an interesting discussion on the nuances on workplace culture. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:49:55

Financial intelligence or Financial literacy?

3/15/2024
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain and Ben Risser discuss financial intelligence vs financial literacy and how it empowers business owners to make better financial decisions. Key Takeaways Financial intelligence provides high-level, actionable data to make key business decisions. Financial literacy is the ability to understand financial information. Together they provide financial situational awareness.Many small business owners operate financially blind between meetings with their accountant. A fractional CFO can provide guidance throughout the year.A CFO can help prevent costly mistakes and position a business for growth. Their fee is small compared to the value they provide.Accurately projecting cash flow is critical for a business to have financial situational awareness. A CFO provides an experienced, strategic perspective. In this conversation Ben shares that accurately projecting cash flows is critical but difficult, determining distributions and avoiding shortages. Financial partners provide strategic foresight to balance owner isolation in decision-making. Ben Risser is an aerospace engineer turned Fractional CFO, focused on helping executive leaders replace financial uncertainity with Financial Situational Awareness, thereby increasing their mission impact. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:18:37

Autistic not Weird

3/11/2024
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Chris Bonnello from Autistic Not Weird. They have an insightful discussion about how human progress relies on diversity of thought, and they gain perspectives on autism in the workplace. Chris alao details his journey from struggling to find employment to becoming a respected autism advocate, emphasising a shift from focusing on weaknesses to strengths. Key Takeaways Autism brings valuable strengths and perspectives, though society often only focuses on the challenges.Accommodations should not be seen as an act of kindness, but a normal practice to help people perform at their best.Disclosing autism strategically in interviews/applications can highlight strengths, if framed properly.Progress comes from appreciating different perspectives and listening, not trying to make people conform. In this conversation they debated the need to shift perceptions of autism from a burden to a valuable form of diversity, considering the harms of portrayals that only depict inspiration or struggle. Chris recounted overcoming obstacles to find fulfilling work in special education and advocacy, though public views still associate autism with charity cases over professional careers. They agreed society should normalise accommodating differences rather than view it as a favour, and that diversity enriches organisations when people feel empowered to contribute uniquely. Chris Bonnello is an autistic advocate, speaker, and former teacher, who discusses the priceless value of neurodiversity through his platform Autistic Not Weird. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:46:14

From startup to $1 billion revenue

3/8/2024
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Roy Osing about his experience taking a startup company to $1 billion in revenue and his perspectives on differentiation and growth. Key Takeaways In this conversation Roy emphasised executing strategies over talking about them. He created a planning process focused on immediate, measurable growth through defining goals and key actions within 24 months. Roy Osing is a former president, CMO and entrepreneur with over 40 years of successful and unmatched executive leadership experience in every aspect of business. He is the author of the no nonsense book series 'Be DiFFERENT or be dead', with 'The Audacious Unheard of Ways I took a Startup to A BILLION IN SALES' as his seventh'. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:39:51

Social Selling on LinkedIn

3/4/2024
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Kenneth Nel about social selling on LinkedIn. Key Takeaways Social selling is about building relationships, not pitching or "selling"Being genuine and vulnerable helps connect with people onlineConsistent posting and engaging is key, even if you don't get a lot of likes/commentsDon't be afraid to put yourself out there and post - you have to in order for people to see you In this conversation Kenneth advised genuinely engaging in conversations to build trust and understanding, then naturally solving problems without expectation of transactions. This contrasts pitching and using relationships solely for gain. He contrasts other Social Media platforms to Linkedin. Kenneth Nel is the Hoodie Guy on LinkedIn, he uses the 4Cs to build a consistent flow of conversations. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:51:28

Lies about Black people

3/1/2024
In this episode Judith Germain and Dr Omekongo Dibinga have an insightful discussion about lies and stereotypes about Black people and how to combat racism. This episode was originally recorded in October 2023. Key Takeaways In this conversation Dr Omekongo Dibinga elaborated on the global lies and stereotypes about Black people that impact perceptions and treatment. He explained how these false narratives stem from historical racism and persist through media, policies, and cultural conditioning. Omekongo and Judith discussed concrete solutions organisations can implement for authentic diversity, equity and inclusion. This requires commitment from leadership, assessing biases, employee feedback, hiring practices and going beyond performative efforts. Dr Omekongo Dibinga is a Professor, DEI Consultant and poet. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:51:26

How to become more confident

2/26/2024
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Emily Jaenson about Emily's experience overcoming shyness to become a confident speaker and author on building confidence. Key Takeaways Emily went from being too shy to order pizza on the phone to speaking to audiences of 1000+ and writing a book on confidence.Pushing yourself outside your comfort zone to practice confident behaviours can help build confidence over time.Counting yourself in (3, 2, 1 go) can provide the momentum to push through discomfort and engage in activities that build confidence.Celebrating others' successes rather than viewing them as competition is key for leaders to build confidence in their teams. In this conversation Emily argues that leaders must acknowledge achievements and milestones to reinforce confident behaviours, not dismiss early wins by immediately increasing demands without praise. Public recognition strengthens employee motivation, resilience and performance. Emily Jaenson is a professional speaker, podcast host of the Leadership is Female podcast, and author of 'Let's Go: A guide to increasing your confidence.' To find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:25:39

How AI can revolutionise sales

2/23/2024
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Thomas Ryan about how AI can revolutionise sales and customer service. Key Takeaways AI can respond to sales leads and customer inquiries 24/7/365 for improved response times.AI call centers can eliminate wait times and transfer customers seamlessly without human interaction.AI can generate high volumes of written content like articles, but may lack personality or soul without proper prompting.Tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Midjourney are extremely valuable for automating workflows. In this conversation Thomas described using AI to automatically generate hundreds of articles a month for clients, editing them to build quality content for search engine optimisation faster and cheaper than traditional agencies. Thomas shared how his daughter is using AI to illustrate her children's book, generating hundreds of images until achieving her vision of perfection by modifying prompts. Thomas advised learning AI skills now as the most valuable career path, showing how tools like ChatGPT can solve any problem by having a computer do the work of many people, saving vast time. Thomas Ryan is the Founder of Bigly Sales. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:26:36

How to grow without sacrifice

2/19/2024
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Michal Stawicki about his journey from burnt out IT worker to published author and successful entrepreneur through daily habits and vision. He details how to grow your business without sacrifice. Key Takeaways Success comes from small, consistent steps towards a clear visionMindfulness and self-awareness are key to staying on trackHaving the end goal in mind prevents sacrificing health and relationships Offer to Audience In this conversation Michał detailed creating a compelling future vision incorporating all life domains, then extracting guiding values and executing through small, sustainable daily habits for momentum over time. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:22:53

Change leadership - the Black Swan

2/16/2024
In this episode Judith Germain has an insightful discussion about leadership and change with Peter Donovan. Key Takeaways Change is now continuous and frequent rather than occasional "black swan" events. Leaders must view everything through this lens.Business growth should be examined through the lens of change - iterative, innovative, and disruptive.Leaders tend to excel at one type of change but need diverse teams to accomplish broader change.Most companies are not ready for disruptive change initially. Small innovative changes prepare the groundwork.AI and automation will displace some jobs, so individuals must continuously gain new skills and reinvent themselves. In this conversation they discuss how iterative leaders accelerate performance through people and process. Innovative leaders launch new offerings. Disruptive leaders transform strategies. Each change type demands tailored leadership and team skills. Peter Donovan is an executive search professional specialising in organisations seeking positive change and a new or sustained path to profitable growth. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:38:05

Morally corrupt not to work to death?

2/12/2024
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Caroline Dowd-Higgins about striking a balance between professional success and life fulfillment. Key Takeaways The "busy brag" of celebrating being overworked and exhausted is prevalent and unhealthy80% of the world is currently experiencing burnout, which is alarmingWe need to shift organisational cultures to better support employee well-beingAchievement Intelligence should complement AI to optimise humans supported by technologyFocus on "eulogy virtues" not just "resume virtues" to live a more balanced, fulfilled lifeEntrepreneurs and employees need different strategies to find balanceAsynchronous communication and flexible schedules can help provide more balance In this conversation they discuss small steps that can be taken to improve a work life balance and the need for achievement intelligence. Caroline Dowd-Higgins is a best selling author, a certified executive coach, a speaker and podcast host. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:32:15

Life lessons change business

2/9/2024
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Meg Seitz about how personal life lessons can change business thinking. She shares her background growing up loving stories and becoming an English teacher. She transitioned to business, finding her passion at the intersection of strategy and storytelling through founding Toth Shop. Meg details her journey from reluctant English teacher to realising her dual interests in business and storytelling. She pursued an MBA while noticing classmates' poor storytelling, planting the seed for Toth Shop to unite art and commerce. Meg explains bringing strategy and storytelling together at Toth Shop through communications projects. She believes separating the worlds is outdated, and aims to forge a middle path uniting them through understanding story's strategic power. They discuss Meg's first book which shares life lessons and their wider applications. Through 10 snackable stories and reflection questions, she hopes readers pay attention to extract insights from every experience to constantly evolve. In this conversation they discuss cultivating reflection as an untapped skill. By taking even brief daily notes, people can learn from each moment and connect threads between domains to bring their whole selves more fully to work and life. Meg Seitz is the Founder and CEO of Toth Shop, a global communication agency that focuses on humanising communication across branding, corporate storytelling and marketing. Her new book 'You are something new: Life lessons to radically change how you think about business' aims to shift how we talk about life and business. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:24:55

Hope as a dynamic motivating system

2/5/2024
In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Dr Randy Ross about how to have a remarkable culture. They discuss how hope is a dynamic motivator tied to goal-setting that provides energy to pursue goals. Randy stresses that an organisation's values must attract the right people and repel the wrong people. Hires either crystallise or compromise the culture depending on their values' alignment with the organisation's. Key Takeaways Hope is essential for health and drives performance. Organisations that build hope and resilience in the workforce outperform low-hope counterparts by 15%.A remarkable culture is one where people believe the best in one another, want the best for one another, and expect the best from one another.Culture must be intentionally designed and constantly improved, or it will deteriorate by default.Values alignment across the organisation is key - hire and fire by values to attract and repel the right talent. In this conversation Judith outlines how individual, team and organisational leadership cultures ultimately shape the customer's reality. Resolving issues depends on the internal culture of accountability versus blame. Dr Randy Ross is a compelling communicator, craftsman of culture and bestselling author of multiple books, including 'Remarkable!'. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:30:56

Cubicle to the Corner Office

2/1/2024
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Michael Halpert about going from the cubicle to the corner office - starting in that first job. Mike emphasises the importance of understanding one's role and goals, building relationships, and developing a growth mindset from the start of one's career. He advises asking questions of one's manager to gain clarity. Key Takeaways Build relationships and get to know people outside of work contextsTake inventory of your skills and create a plan to develop soft skillsHave a growth mindset and think deliberately about your career development In this conversation Mike encourages employees to regularly self-assess progress across hard and soft skills using a fulfillment matrix to plan next steps and ensure continuous growth toward new opportunities. He also stresses the criticality of relationships for career success, advising spending time learning from others outside of meetings through lunches and casual conversations to understand people fully. Mike Halpert is a Product Management executive with over 20 years of experience at leading companies such as Walmert Ecommerce, Google and Thrasio. His new book Cubicle to Corner Office is a guide to help todays new talent enter the workforce with more confidence and effectiveness. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:24:45

How to be a Maverick Leader in Education

1/29/2024
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Jane Harrington, Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer of University of Greenwich about Maverick Leadership and how to be a Maverick Leader in Education. Jane shares their background in academia, rising from researcher to senior leadership over 20 years. Judith asks about their non-linear career path, to which Jane attributes staying true to themself and gaining diverse experiences through openness to opportunities. Key Takeaways Being a Maverick Leader involves blending different leadership styles and values whilst remaining adaptive. It's about who you are and what you do.Leaders should aim to create an environment of psychological safety and empowerment.Diversity brings a wealth of perspectives and solutions. As a leader, being outside your comfort zone is healthy.Coaching takes at least 12-18 months to create lasting behavioral change. Leaders should coach and sponsor their teams.Reflecting on negative experiences can provide great learning. The 'why' can motivate you. In this conversation they discuss how to overcome challenges and build confidence. They discuss how experience, not age or role, builds resilience and confidence through failures. Mentorship and sponsorship are key to helping others overcome lack of examples. Professor Jane Harrington joined the University of Greenwich as Vice Chancellor & CEO in December 2019. She has worked in Higher Education for over 30 years and her specific interests include teaching excellence, widening access into higher education, inclusion and social mobility. Jane is passionate about making an impact through working in close partnerships across schools and colleges, business, community and the university sectors. Before joining Greenwich, Jane was Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Provost at the University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE) and previously worked in senior roles within the university's Faculty of Business and Law. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:56:32

Forecasting with Out-Liars

1/26/2024
In this Short Talk episode John Mink joins Judith Germain to discuss forecasting challenges, sharing lessons from a career navigating supply chain complexities. John encourages curiosity, empathy and taking responsibility for one's cultural impact, believing small positive actions can help break cycles of blame and barrier-building between teams. Key Takeaways Culture is critical for accurate forecasting and good business outcomes. Blame culture leads to poor results.Assumptions must be aligned before forecasting. Understand market conditions and business goals first.Incentives should consider overall business health - revenue, costs, cash flow, customer service. Not just forecast accuracy.Bias creeps in when forecast tied too closely to individual incentives. Need holistic view.Methodical approach: agree on assumptions, align on goals, unbiased data inputs. In this conversation John stresses aligning all forecasters on key assumptions like market conditions before inputting individual forecasts, to establish a shared baseline and prevent wasted arguing. John Mink is a Supply Chain Executive. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Catalysing Transformation - 1 min video Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:23:40

The meaning of Maverick Leaders

1/22/2024
In this episode Judith Germain joins John Mark Williams, CEO of the Institute of Leadership, on their Leadership at the Edge podcast. They discuss the meaning of Maverick Leaders. Judith shares her views on Maverick Leadership and how leaders should dance with their followers and how Maverick Leadership is adaptive and not formalaic. She also shares her DRIVEN™ methodology and John explores the 'N', narration in more detail. They also look at her to align your team and how to prepare people for change. They discuss why execution is a significant output of strategic thinking and the need for others to challenge to test their ideas. Judith shares the difference between evolutionary and revolutionary change and how to help your team move forward. John asks about the role of context and curiosity and Judith explains how the intention of challenge is often misunderstood. They discuss the problem of professional jealousy and the lack of desire to play politics. She shares the need for agency in leadership and understanding how to use it. In this fun and engaging conversation they discuss embracing intelligent disobedience, the difference between implementation and execution and disciplined rebellion against the system. Judith Germain is the Founder of The Maverick Paradox and Maverick Paradox Media, she catalyses transformation by creating clear thinking and decisive leaders. She is a consultant, mentor, trainer, speaker, author, editor and podcaster. Find out more here in this 1min video. This podcast is reproduced as originally broadcast with the Institute of Leadership's permission. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:28:39

Strategies for optimal thinking

1/19/2024
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Eric Recker about strategies for optimal thinking. Eric defines "Win the now" as a presence mindset, focusing on current moments instead of past/future. He explains that segmenting days into wins, like patient interactions, to fully engage the present Key Takeaways Being in nature helps reset and ground us.We've lost the ability to sit in quiet and let our brains rest. Constant stimulation affects how we think.Gratitude and anxiety/worry cannot coexist. Focus on gratitude to push back anxiety.Break life into "nows" and focus on winning each now without thinking about the past or future.Time blocking helps productivity by removing distractions.Focus on controlling what you can rather than worrying about uncontrollable change. In this conversation, Eric stressed the prevalence and dangers of burnout. He offered a free email challenge to help recognise and reduce burnout signs. Judith agreed the hybrid work model risks reversing work-life balance gains. Dr Eric Recker is a dentist, husband, father, keynote speaker, Elite Success Coach, author, pilot, mountain climber and recovering triathlete. In his second half of life, he is committed to helping people shorten the distance to becoming their best version and learning to #WintheNow. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:23:57

The salesperson's struggle

1/15/2024
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Bruce King about the salesperson's struggle. They discuss how customers now do research and want trusted advisors who provide market perspectives on opportunities. They seek differentiation, value over competitors, and innovative, fast solutions to avoid risks. Key Takeaways 74% of salespeople are ineffective according to research by Objective Management GroupMany sales managers can't sell well themselves, so they struggle to lead teamsSales requires continuous learning and development In this conversation Bruce argues that few are natural-born salespeople and must learn skills like prospecting and handling objections. However, many do not take it seriously as a profession or commit to continuous learning, ensuring they cannot meet modern customer needs. Bruce King, formerly a Maverick salesperson and now coaches business owners and their teams on all aspects of generating more sales and more profits. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:16:33

Building trust through leadership challenges

1/12/2024
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Jamie Shapiro about building trust through vulnerability and leadership challenges. Jamie emphasises the importance of building human connection and trust through leaders modeling vulnerability. Admitting mistakes and asking for help can create an environment where people feel safe sharing ideas without fear. Key Takeaways Leaders should role model vulnerability and go first in creating psychological safety. Can't ask employees to be vulnerable if leaders won't.Intentional spaces for connecting on "how we work together" builds trust and psychological safety.Leaders face paradoxes - be authentic but can't always fully express emotions. Need to care for themselves.Toxic environments are incompatible with psychological safety. Employees should focus on boundaries and self-care.Jamie's book "Be the Leader Who Shows Up Brightly Without Burning Out" offers practical tools on wellbeing and leadership. In this conversation Jamie explains how leaders must sometimes display different emotions to inspire others, depleting their energy. Leaders don't always have permission to share feelings and must balance authenticity with managing emotions that influence others. Jamie Shapiro is a CEO coach, organisational psychologist, and best selling author of Brilliant, Be the Leader Who Shines Brightly Without Burning Out. You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here. --- Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It's about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine. But amplifying your influence as a leader isn't just about having a strong vision or a big personality. It's also about having the right leadership capability and being able to execute on your ideas and plans. The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact. How Influential Are you? Take the scorecard at amplifyyourinfluence.scoreapp.com and see. Judith's book: The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Judith's websites: The Maverick Paradox Magazine - themaverickparadox.comThe Maverick Paradox Website - maverickparadox.co.uk Judith's LinkedIn profile is here, her Twitter profile (MaverickMastery) is here, Facebook here and Instagram here.

Duration:00:17:07