Episodios

  • Building a Gas Empire | Raj Kumar

    Building a Gas Empire | Raj Kumar
    Mar 9 2026
    In this episode, we sit down with Raj Kumar, former leader at Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and now founder of his own gas company, to unpack the real behaviours required to operate at CXO level. This isn’t theory. This is lived experience from the energy sector — one of the most complex and high-pressure industries in the world. We cover: - The mindset shift from executive to owner - The behaviour required to lead at scale - Why strategy fails without discipline - Decision-making under pressure - Corporate leadership vs entrepreneurial leadership - What most professionals misunderstand about becoming a CXO Powered by Emeritus: www.emeritus.org #futureofwork #artificialintelligence #careergrowth #mindsetshift #reinventyourself #leadership #aijobs #careeradvice #personalgrowth #workplacetrends #mentalhealthatwork #resilience #lifelonglearning 🚀 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    23 m
  • Decoding The World! | Ozan Ozkural

    Decoding The World! | Ozan Ozkural
    Feb 23 2026
    🚨 Attention Leaders, Executives & Entrepreneurs! 🚨 The world is changing faster than ever AI, quantum computing, geopolitical battles, inflation, and global crises are reshaping everything. In this exclusive session, we break down: ✅ The human condition in leadership: fear, greed, and confirmation bias ✅ Why courage beats comfort in decision-making ✅ The AI supercycle & energy, water, and infrastructure risks ✅ How businesses can survive asymmetric commercial wars ✅ The Stockdale Paradox: brutal reality + optimism If you’re in the boardroom, running a company, or shaping the future, this isn’t just theory—it’s practical foresight you can act on now. 🔥 Watch till the end to learn the #1 trait leaders need to survive 2026: COURAGE. 💡 Engage with us: Comment your leadership challenges, subscribe, and join the conversation. The future doesn’t wait—and neither should you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    46 m
  • Manjul Tilak | Authentic Leadership in the Age of AI | Why HR Must Lead the Mindset Shift

    Manjul Tilak | Authentic Leadership in the Age of AI | Why HR Must Lead the Mindset Shift
    Feb 9 2026
    In this episode, we talk about why organisations that don’t adapt to AI risk falling behind, and how HR can lead one of the most important transformations organisations are facing today. From storytelling and humility in leadership to real, practical AI use cases within HR 💡, this conversation challenges traditional ways of thinking about leadership and change. We also explore why mindset, authenticity, and human skills will matter even more as AI becomes part of everyday work 🤝 — and why HR has a critical role to play in shaping that future. 👉 Watch till the end for powerful advice on staying relevant, confident, and future-ready 🚀 Powered by Emeritus: www.emeritus.org #futureofwork #artificialintelligence #careergrowth #mindsetshift #reinventyourself #leadership #aijobs #careeradvice #personalgrowth #workplacetrends #mentalhealthatwork #resilience #lifelonglearning 🚀 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    25 m
  • Let Leaders Lead: Why Comfort Is Killing Capability at Work | Lisa Bodell

    Let Leaders Lead: Why Comfort Is Killing Capability at Work | Lisa Bodell
    Jan 26 2026
    Leaders today are expected to provide endless support, flexibility, and comfort — yet leadership burnout is at an all-time high. In this episode of The Leadership Enigma, Adam Pacific is joined by leadership expert Lisa Vidal for a powerful, honest conversation about what’s really broken at work. Together, they challenge the idea that leadership is about keeping people comfortable and explain why capability, clarity, and accountability matter more than ever. This episode explores: - Why support without standards doesn’t work - How culture became confused with comfort - Why leaders feel trapped and burned out - The danger of employee engagement without accountability What it really means to be a human-centred leader If you’re a leader, CHRO, or executive navigating growth, complexity, and rising expectations — this conversation will resonate deeply. 👉 Like, subscribe, and join the conversation. #futureofwork #artificialintelligence #careergrowth #mindsetshift #reinventyourself #leadership #aijobs #careeradvice #personalgrowth #workplacetrends #mentalhealthatwork #resilience #lifelonglearning 🚀 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    41 m
  • HR Keeps You Out of Jail | But That’s Not the Real Job | Athelie Williams

    HR Keeps You Out of Jail | But That’s Not the Real Job | Athelie Williams
    Jan 12 2026
    HR has two roles: keep the business out of jail and unlock human performance. In this powerful conversation, Ashley Williams (former CHRO of BT Group and BHP) explains what truly matters for HR leaders during periods of growth and transformation. We discuss: - Why HR must be a business function, not just a support function - The reality of transformation in large organisations - Leadership clarity, trust, and resilience in uncertain times - How human performance must serve business strategy If you’re a CHRO, senior leader, or HR professional navigating complexity, this episode will challenge how you think about the role of HR. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    45 m
  • AI Is Changing Every Career | Reinvent Yourself or Be Left Behind 🚀🤖 | Vikram Bector

    AI Is Changing Every Career | Reinvent Yourself or Be Left Behind 🚀🤖 | Vikram Bector
    Dec 16 2025
    Today, I’m joined by Vikram Bector, a seasoned business leader with decades of experience navigating change at the highest levels. The world of work is changing faster than ever 🌍⚡ From AI and automation to mindset shifts and career reinvention, every profession is being disrupted. In this episode, we dive deep into: 🔹 Why no job is truly safe in the age of AI 🤖 🔹 How mindset blocks can hold you back more than skills 🧠 🔹 The careers most at risk — and the ones that will thrive 📉📈 🔹 Why resilience, creativity, and adaptability are the new superpowers 💪✨ 🔹 Real stories of reinvention, failure, and growth from decades of leadership experience If you’re a professional, leader, or anyone feeling uncertain about the future of work — this conversation is for you. 👉 Watch till the end for powerful advice on staying relevant, confident, and future-ready 🚀 #futureofwork #artificialintelligence #careergrowth #mindsetshift #reinventyourself #leadership #aijobs #careeradvice #personalgrowth #workplacetrends #mentalhealthatwork #resilience #lifelonglearning 🚀 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    26 m
  • Podium to boardroom | Adrian Moorhouse | 242

    Podium to boardroom | Adrian Moorhouse | 242
    Dec 1 2025
    Dive into this powerful episode of The Leadership Enigma as Olympic gold medallist and world-record-breaking swimmer Adrian Moorhouse opens up about the mindset, failures, resilience, and leadership lessons that shaped both his sporting greatness and his business success. From being bullied at school, to becoming world number one for six years, to then leading a company of hundreds — Adrian reveals the turning points that defined his life, including: 🏊‍♂️ The moment he realised he could never succeed alone 🏅 How failure at the Olympics led to his biggest breakthrough 🌍 Why great culture and great performance MUST coexist 🧠 The mindset shift every leader needs in 2025 👥 How to build teams that thrive — not survive 📈 Why accountability and human-centred leadership are inseparable Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, coach, or simply someone chasing high performance, this conversation will give you real, honest, and practical insight into what it takes to win — in sport, in business, and in life. 🔔 If you enjoyed the episode: Like, comment, subscribe and share! We’ve got 350+ leadership episodes waiting for you on the channel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    54 m
  • Ep 241: Fearless & Unfiltered | Jessica Sweetman

    Ep 241: Fearless & Unfiltered | Jessica Sweetman
    Nov 17 2025
    British singer-songwriter Jessica Sweetman shares her incredible story of resilience, creativity, and leading with authenticity. From busking in Soho and performing in jazz clubs at 16, to squatting inside a Nashville record label until they offered her a deal, Jessica’s fearless pursuit of her dream redefines what it means to lead yourself through risk, rejection, and reinvention. Now working independently, collaborating with legends like Paul Oakenfold and Alfie Boe, and recording at Abbey Road Studios, Jessica opens up about mental health, self-leadership, and finding peace in the chaos of the music industry. 🎧 In this episode: How Jessica broke into music against all odds Why her record deal nearly broke her — and how she came back stronger The truth about creativity, control, and leadership in the arts Her powerful new collaborations and life lessons on authenticity 👉 Subscribe for more inspiring conversations with global leaders, creatives, and change-makers. NOTE: Jessica Sweetman and Alfie Boe have recently collaborated on a duet called "Broken Perfect Love" and are touring together, with Sweetman as a special guest on Boe's 2026 tour #LeadershipEnigma #JessicaSweetman #MusicIndustry #Creativity #Leadership #Resilience #AbbeyRoad #PaulOakenfold #AlfieBoe Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    48 m