The Ben Morton Leadership Podcast
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What does it take to be a transformational leader?
Ben Morton, leadership coach, believes the job of a leader is to deliver the results you are responsible for AND look after those you have the privilege to lead.
Each week, Ben chats with senior leaders from around the globe to deconstruct what it takes to be a highly effective leader in the modern world.
These inspiring conversations share tactics, tools, and philosophies that you can implement today.
Are you ready to become the very best, most authentic leader that you can be?
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What does it take to be a transformational leader? Ben Morton, leadership coach, believes the job of a leader is to deliver the results you are responsible for AND look after those you have the privilege to lead. Each week, Ben chats with senior leaders from around the globe to deconstruct what it takes to be a highly effective leader in the modern world. These inspiring conversations share tactics, tools, and philosophies that you can implement today. Are you ready to become the very best, most authentic leader that you can be?
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Recent Episodes of The Ben Morton Leadership Podcast
Coaching Skills For Leaders
This episode of "The Leaders Kitbag" is the last in a four-part series on incorporating coaching skills into leadership, I delve into the GROW coaching model.
In this episode, you will learn:
Define clear and achievable goals with team membersThe difference between directing and coachingHow to use the GROW framework as a flexible guideJoin Ben's Community
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Episode • 24 July 2024 • 7m and 18s
Season 11 Highlights and A Big Announcement | Episode 176
Introduction
In this final episode of Season 11 of the show, I’ve hand-picked five of my favourite moments from the last thirteen episodes.
These end-of-season highlight episodes allow me to expand upon the original episodes, adding even more insights to help you on your leadership journey.
I’ve also got some BIG news about the future of the podcast.
Highlight Clip One – The Best Way to Get Promoted Highlight Clip Two – Using Empathy to Hit Your Numbers Highlight Clip Three – Using Philanthropy as a Motivational ToolHighlight Clip Four – Using Empathy to...
Episode 176 • 22 July 2024 • 34m and 22s
Why Leaders Should be Selfish with Anna Eliatamby | Episode 175
Introduction
In this episode, we are talking with Anna Eliatamby, a clinical psychologist and workplace well-being expert who has helped the UN and global organisations develop mental health and well-being strategies and tackle toxic behaviours in the workplace.
In this episode we are discussing the practical tools and strategies she lays out in her new book, Healing-Self Care for Leaders and their Teams.
One thing to say straight away that I’m sure will pique your interest is that very early on in that book, she says that we – leaders – sh...
Episode 175 • 18 July 2024 • 32m and 43s
Five Tips For Coaching Your Team
This episode of "The Leaders Kitbag" is the 3rd in a four-part series, where Ben Morton shares the five essential strategies for transitioning from a manager to a coach.
In this episode, you will learn:
How to ask better coaching questionsRisk of the ‘Motivation Trap’ – and how to avoid itMaster ‘Managerial Silence’Join Ben's Community
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How To Get Your Team T...Episode • 17 July 2024 • 5m and 51s
How to Engage the Resistors with Kate Sikora | Episode 174
Introduction
In this episode, we are talking with Kate Sikora, the Managing Director of Noble Studios in the UK (United Kingdom).
In this episode, we are focussing in on what to do when stepping into a more senior role in order to be successful, engage our team and stay fit and healthy ourselves.
Listen on...to lead on.
Episode Highlights
How to Lead People with More Experience Than You Using Empathy to Make Tough Decisions Advice for Aspiring MDs and CEOs Tips for Maintaining Your Energy and Motiva...Episode 174 • 11 July 2024 • 34m and 7s
The Difference Between Coaching and Mentoring
In this episode of "The Leaders Kitbag," Ben Morton dives deep into a fundamental topic: the difference between coaching and mentoring in the business world.
In this episode, you will learn:
Knowing when to use coaching versus mentoringThe key qualities and skills of a good business coachHow to effectively find the right mentorJoin Ben's Community
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How To Get Your Tea...
Episode • 10 July 2024 • 6m and
How to Be a Great Boss with Debra and Ken Corey | Episode 173
Introduction
In this episode, we are talking with Debra and Ken Corey, co-authors of the book Bad Bosses Ruin Lives, The Building Blocks for Being a Great Boss.
After my first scan of the book, I thought that the people who would most need to read it, were going to be the least likely to do so.
But as I read it more deeply, and started to talk with Debra and Ken, I realised it’s a book for anyone who wants to be a great leader or boss.
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Episode 173 • 4 July 2024 • 43m and 15s
How To Get Your Team Thinking For Themselves
In this episode of "The Leaders Kitbag," Ben Morton shares simple, actionable tips to shift from being just a manager to becoming a leader coach, helping your team become more proactive and autonomous.
In this episode, you will learn:
Learning from the analogy of Pavlov’s dogSpecific coaching questions you can ask your teamBeing a manager vs. being a leader-coachJoin Ben's Community
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Episode • 3 July 2024 • 6m and 3s
How to Lead Stars and Mavericks with Darren Cassidy | Episode 172
Introduction
In this episode, we are talking with Darren Cassidy, the Managing Director for Xerox UK & Ireland and senior vice president for the Global Document Services business across Europe, the Middle East & Africa (EMEA).
With an incredible 33 years at Xerox, he knows the business inside out, yet seems as hungry to grow and open to new thinking as the company's newest team member.
Episode Highlights
Leading Stars and MavericksThe Benefits and Risks of Long TenureLead for Tomorrow Instead of Managing TodayUnderstanding How to Play the Game of Business How...Episode 172 • 27 June 2024 • 42m and 24s
Sculpting a Leader’s Brain with Lisa Wimberger | Episode 171
Introduction
In this episode, we are talking with Lisa Wimberger, the founder of the Neurosculpting® Institute and co-founder of the NeuroPraxis App, about how we can change our own brains to become even better leaders.
Episode Highlights
Busting the Myth of “I’m Too Old to Change”How Self-Protection is Limiting Your Leadership Potential Learning How to Learn & Create Change The Importance of Leading from Principles and ValuesWhy Great Leadership Need Not Be ComplicatedChapter Makers
(02:19) What is ‘Neuro-sculpting’
(05:48) Neuroplasticity – why we can all change regardless of...
Episode 171 • 20 June 2024 • 42m and 40s
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