The Leadership Project Podcast
The Leadership Project with Mick Spiers is a podcast dedicated to advancing thought on inspirational leadership in the modern world. We cover key issues and controversial topics that are needed to redefine inspirational leadership.
How do young and aspiring leaders transition from individual contributors to inspirational leaders or from manager to leader to make a positive impact on the world?
How do experienced leaders adapt their leadership styles and practices in a modern and digital world?
How do address the lack of diversity in leadership in many organisations today?
Guest speakers will be invited for confronting conversations in their areas of expertise with the view to provide leaders with all of the skills and tools they need to become inspirational leaders.
The vision of The Leadership Project is to inspire all leaders to challenge the status quo. We empower modern leaders through knowledge and emotional intelligence to create meaningful impact Join us each week as we dive deep into key issues and controversial topics for inspirational leaders.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 47 minutes
- Episodes
- 284
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
204. Influence vs Manipulation: Finding the Balance in Leadership with Mick Spiers
Discover the fine art of influence and persuasion in leadership with insights from Adele Gambadella, a savvy crisis communications expert, and Chip Massey, a former FBI hostage negotiator.
Imagine gu…
203. Secrets of Persuasion with Adele Gambardella and Chip Massey
Unlock the secrets of persuasion and influence without stepping into manipulation with insights from crisis communication expert Adele Gambadella and ex-FBI hostage negotiator Chip Massey.
Together, …
202. Identifying and Nurturing High-Potential Talent with Mick Spiers
Can charisma really overshadow true leadership potential?
In our latest episode, we tackle this compelling question with insights from Andrew Barry of Curious Lion. You’ll uncover the often-missed po…
201. Innovative Leadership: Breaking Barriers and Nurturing Talent with Andrew Barry
Discover how to harness the untapped potential within your organization with Andrew Barry, the visionary CEO of Curious Lion. Andrew's journey from KPMG South Africa to leading a bespoke leadership d…
200. 200 Episodes of The Leadership Project: A Journey of Learnings with Mick Spiers
Join us as we celebrate 200 episodes of The Leadership Project with a special reflection on the invaluable lessons from our distinguished guests.
Discover the 6Cs of communication with Lisa Partridge…
199. The Power of Mindfulness in Leadership with Pam Marcheski
Get ready to transform your leadership style entirely. Join us for an engaging discussion with Pam Marcheski, the mastermind behind Intentions to Actions Leadership. You'll learn how mindfulness can …
198. How to Speed Up Recruitment and What to do if You are Feeling Judged with Mick Spiers
Unlock the secrets to a more efficient recruitment process and become a mindful leader in our latest episode!
Discover the hybrid approach to talent acquisition as Richard Triggs, CEO and founder of …
197. Finding and Retaining the Right Talent with Richard Triggs
Discover how resilience and rock music shaped one man's journey to becoming a leader in executive search. Join us as we sit down with Richard Triggs, CEO and founder of Arete Executive, and author of…
196. Navigating Leadership: Career Diversity and Emotional Health with Mick Spiers
In this episode of The Leadership Project, Mick reflects on his interview with Kristina Fussella about non-linear career paths and her experiences. They discuss the importance of a learning mindset, …
195. The Nonlinear Path to Leadership with Kristina Fusella
💭 Ever considered how early jobs like waitressing could shape your path to senior leadership?
Join us as Kristina Fussella, Founder and CEO at Novo Nordisk, takes us through her fascinating career jo…
194. Empowering Leaders: Fear Management and the Truth about Quiet Quitting with Mick Spiers
💭 Ever wondered how fear and limiting beliefs can hold you back more than actual failures?
Join us on this episode of The Leadership Project podcast as we unpack these concepts with Dr. Benjamin Ritt…
193. Becoming Fearless with Dr. Benjamin Ritter
💭 Ever wondered how to transform fear into a powerful ally?
Well, you're in for a treat! Dr. Benjamin Ritter returns to our show to unveil the compelling insights from his new book, "Becoming Fearles…
192. From Olympic Glory to Ethics in Leadership with Mick Spiers
What can Olympian Michael Johnson's emotional experience teach us about leadership?
This episode of the Leadership Project takes a profound look at how returning one of his five gold medals shaped hi…
191. The Human Element in Project Management with Clint Padgett
💭 Ever wondered how to manage high-stakes projects like the Olympic Games and FIFA World Cups successfully?
Learn from Clint Padgett, President and CEO of Project Success Inc., as he shares his journ…
190. Self-Reflection Fridays - Are you a BAD boss? with Mick Spiers
Unlock the secrets to effective leadership and avoid the common pitfalls that can turn even the best-intentioned bosses into bad leaders.
In this episode of the Leadership Project, we promise to shed…
189. Harnessing the Power of Bias with Lisa Tromba
💭 What if the very qualities we admire in leaders, like persistence, could also be their pitfalls?
Explore the cognitive labyrinth of leadership with Lisa Tromba, managing partner and co-founder of Li…
188. From Mr. Beast to Djokovic: Unpacking Leadership and Performance with Mick Spiers
💭 Can the lessons learned from battling a family illness make you a better leader?
This week on The Leadership Project, we promise transformative insights as we break down real-life experiences and c…
187. Fix My Boss: Redefining Workplace Empowerment with Molly McGrath
💭 Ready to transform your leadership skills and empower your team?
Join us in an enlightening conversation with Molly McGrath, CEO and founder of Hiring and Empowering Solutions. Molly's journey from…
186. The Future of Leadership: Overmanaged, Under Led with Graham Wilson
💭 Ever wondered why traditional management styles are falling short in today’s fast-paced world?
Join us for an insightful episode featuring Graham Wilson, the Leadership Wizard and founder of Succes…
185. The Role of Vulnerability in Leadership with Tony Martignetti
💭 Ever found yourself excelling in a career that leaves you feeling empty?
Tony Martinetti, host of the Virtual Campfire podcast, knows this feeling all too well. With a 25-year legacy in biotech fin…