Send us a text Ever asked ChatGPT a question, looked at its response and thought… “This isn’t what I wanted”? In this episode of One Simple Thing … Gerry Murray reveals why so many AI prompts fail - and what to do instead. Discover how to brief AI tools like ChatGPT as you would a colleague, so they become your assistant, not your replacement. You’ll learn: The six essentials of a good AI brief Why vague prompts produce vague outputs How to turn AI into a productivity partner (not a frustration ...
Jul 04, 2025•5 min•Season 4Ep. 82
Send us a text In this episode… How do you prove the value of your people programs when budgets are tight and leaders demand evidence? This week's guest is Dr. Alaina Szlachta , author of the book Measurement and Evaluation on a Shoestring. In this illuminating conversation, Alaina shares practical approaches to measurement and evaluation that don't require a PhD in statistics or massive resources. Drawing from her experience across corporate, non-profit and academic sectors, Alaina reveals why ...
Jun 27, 2025•44 min•Season 4Ep. 81
Send us a text Ever wonder if your message is landing the way you intend? In this episode of One Simple Thing … You'll discover how to use AI tools like ChatGPT to refine your writing, without losing your human voice. This isn’t about outsourcing your message. It’s about coaching yourself to be clearer, more intentional, and more confident in what you write and send to others. You'll learn: How AI can act as your writing mirror The power of asking better questions Why AI doesn’t replace your voi...
Jun 09, 2025•6 min•Season 4Ep. 80
Send us a text In this episode… Gerry Murray speaks with organisational psychologist and Chief Scientist at AIHR, Dieter Veldsman, about how to redesign work for a more human future. Drawing on his new book Work for Humans , Dieter shares why employee experience (EX) is much more than a buzzword, and how to make it a philosophy, a process, and a practice. Together, they discuss: • Why EX is now a core leadership issue, not just an HR function • How to measure EX meaningfully — without making it ...
May 26, 2025•52 min•Season 4Ep. 79
Send us a text What does it really take to become a top employer in today’s world of work? In this episode, Gerry Murray talks to Ammara Naeem, Client Experience Director at the Top Employers Institute, about what smart HR leaders are doing differently to stay ahead, from systems thinking to AI-powered leadership. In this fascinating conversation, you'll learn: What top employers are doing that others aren’t Why HR needs to speak the language of the business Gen Z, talent fluidity, and the rise ...
Apr 27, 2025•59 min•Season 4Ep. 78
Send us a text In this episode… How often do you hit send on an email without considering how your words might land with the recipient? Leadership communication carries emotional weight, and without the benefit of facial expressions or body language, your carefully crafted emails can easily be misinterpreted. This episode tackles a deceptively simple yet powerful leadership practice. When you're in a position of leadership, your words carry extra weight and get amplified throughout your team. Th...
Apr 19, 2025•7 min•Season 4Ep. 77
Send us a text In this episode… What makes some leaders genuinely inspiring while others leave us frustrated and disengaged? In this transformative conversation with Columbia Business School's Professor Adam Galinsky, we discuss his latest book: Inspire – The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others Along the way, we uncover the hidden psychology that determines whether you'll inspire or infuriate the people around you. Adam reveals the "Inspire-Infuriate Continuum"—a powerful framework sh...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 76
Send us a text In this episode… Taking back control of your inbox might be the most important productivity shift you make as a leader. Have you noticed how email has transformed from a helpful tool into the central focus of your workday? That subtle shift has massive consequences for your effectiveness, focus, and the example you set for your team. In this actionable One Simple Thing episode, I tackle the modern challenge of email addiction that's plaguing knowledge workers everywhere. We've nor...
Apr 05, 2025•7 min•Season 4Ep. 75
Send us a text In this episode… Margaret Heffernan joins the Leading People podcast to challenge our dangerous addiction to certainty and predictability. Drawing from her latest book "Embracing Uncertainty," she reveals why the traditional management approach - forecast, plan, execute - is fundamentally broken in today's volatile world. When the first leg of this three-legged stool collapses, everything else follows. What makes this conversation so compelling is Margaret's unique perspective, br...
Mar 23, 2025•59 min•Season 4Ep. 74
Send us a text Step into the revolutionary intersection of neuroscience and leadership with Professor Patricia Riddell and Ian McDermott as they shatter outdated brain myths and reveal how understanding neuroscience transforms leadership effectiveness. Most leaders operate on brain models that are 60-65 years out of date. This knowledge gap isn't just academic – it directly impacts how we develop talent, make decisions, and build organizational capacity. Patricia and Ian introduce "neuro-effecti...
Mar 15, 2025•57 min•Season 4Ep. 73
Send us a text Ever found yourself putting off an important task—only to scramble at the last minute? Procrastination isn’t just about being lazy. It’s a deeply ingrained habit fueled by brain chemistry, energy, and even our personal values. And if you’re in a leadership role, the stakes are even higher. In this episode of One Simple Thing , we break down: ✔️ Why procrastination happens (it’s not what you think!) ✔️ How our brains trick us into avoiding important work ✔️ What Enjoyment-Performan...
Mar 07, 2025•7 min•Season 4Ep. 72
Send us a text In this episode… We challenge traditional views of midlife and explore how this phase can be a powerful transition for leaders. Aneace Haddad, a former tech CEO and an executive coach with extensive experience, invites listeners to rethink what it means to lead in the second half of life. He examines the cognitive shifts that occur as people enter their 40s and beyond, revealing that this period often marks the emergence of unique leadership superpowers that younger leaders may no...
Feb 28, 2025•53 min•Season 4Ep. 71
Send us a text Ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day? You start with good intentions, but distractions, interruptions, and never-ending demands pull you in every direction. Before you know it, the day is gone - and your most important work is still unfinished. What if you could reclaim an hour (or more) every single day - without waking up earlier, working longer, or burning yourself out? In this One Simple Thing episode of Leading People , I share a practical strategy that wi...
Feb 21, 2025•6 min•Season 4Ep. 70
Send us a text Please subscribe and follow Leading People via the Podcast links In this episode: Unlock the secrets to becoming a "Supercharged Leader" as we chat with leadership gurus Mandy Flint and Elizabeth Vinberg-Hearn. Promising a unique take on leadership that veers away from traditional HR-driven methods, Mandy and Elizabeth enlighten us with strategies that synchronize personal leadership skills with business goals. They draw from their rich experiences at American Express, illustratin...
Feb 15, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 69
Send us a text Please subscribe and follow Leading People via the Podcast links Do you ever find yourself saying "Yes" to things that you really don't want to do? Do you feel that others sometimes take advantage of your goodwill and helpfulness? What if you could unlock the secret to protecting your time and energy by simply saying no? This week on Leading People it's another One Simple Thing - easy tips and insights that you can implement immediately. Today, you'll learn the essential art of sa...
Feb 08, 2025•6 min•Season 4Ep. 68
Send us a text Please subscribe and follow Leading People via the Podcast links On this episode of Leading People , we promise you’ll uncover the keys to building an exceptional workplace culture with our distinguished guest, Koen Dewettinck, CEO of Great Place to Work Belgium and a professor at Vlerick Business School. During our conversation, Koen walks us through his fascinating exploration into organizational psychology and shares his insights on creating environments where employees feel tr...
Feb 02, 2025•43 min•Season 4Ep. 67
Send us a text Please subscribe and follow Leading People via the Podcast links Do you ever feel like your day slips away as soon as you open your email in the morning? Do you get to lunchtime and wonder where your morning went? Are you struggling to get your important things done every day? Leading People is the podcast for leaders who want to consistently bring out the best in themselves and others. These short One Simple Thing episodes have been created with recently appointed managers in min...
Jan 27, 2025•7 min•Season 4Ep. 66
Send us a text Please subscribe and follow Leading People via the Podcast links Dr Marie-Hélène Pelletier, a renowned psychologist, leadership coach and author of the highly acclaimed book - The Resilience Plan - shares her groundbreaking approach to resilience in this thought-provoking episode of Leading People. Discover how resilience can be cultivated as a skill rather than just an inherent personality trait. Marie-Hélène explains why resilience is not a trait. We promise you'll gain valuable...
Jan 18, 2025•54 min•Season 4Ep. 65
Send us a text Please subscribe and follow Leading People via the Podcast links This is the podcast for leaders who want to bring out the best in themselves and others. One Simple Thing Imagine starting your day with a win that propels you closer to your goals, be it personal well-being, family priorities, or professional milestones. Tune in, test out this One Simple Thing , and witness the transformation it can bring to your day and your leadership journey. Connect with me on LinkedIn, share yo...
Jan 12, 2025•5 min•Season 4Ep. 64
Send us a text Please subscribe and follow Leading People via the Podcast links above This is the podcast for leaders and HR decision-makers who want to bring out the best in themselves and others. What if you could unlock the secret to true leadership presence, not through charisma, but by embracing authenticity and intention? Join us as Caroline Goyder , a TEDx speaker , coach and author, shares her transformative journey from an early career in acting to mastering gravitas, and how you can be...
Jan 05, 2025•52 min•Season 4Ep. 63
Send us a text Please subscribe and follow Leading People via the Podcast links above As we close out the year, Gerry Murray reflects on a powerful inspiration from 2024 that will reshape how you engage with the Leading People podcast in 2025. In just 90 seconds, discover a fresh idea that could transform how you bring out the best in yourself and others. Curious? Tune in to find out more! Follow Leading People on LinkedIn Leading People on FaceBook Connect with Gerry Website LinkedIn Wide Circl...
Dec 31, 2024•1 min•Season 4Ep. 62
Send us a text Please subscribe via the Podcast links above In this episode , Malissa Clark, Associate Professor of Psychology at Georgia University in the US and author of: Never Not Working: Why the Always-On Culture Is Bad for Business—and How to Fix It, reveals the surprising truths about busyness and its impact on performance and well-being. A key takeaway is that workaholism significantly impacts individual health and organizational culture. Based on her extensive research, Malissa reveals...
Dec 21, 2024•51 min•Season 4Ep. 61
Send us a text Please subscribe via the Podcast links above Discover how putting workers first and treating them like customers can transform your business. In this episode we chat with Stephan Meier, a leading behavioural economist and Columbia Business School professor. Stephan takes us on a journey from Switzerland to his pivotal role at Columbia, sharing insights from his latest book, "The Employee Advantage: How Putting Workers First Helps Businesses Thrive." This episode uncovers the revol...
Dec 14, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 60
Send us a text Please subscribe via the Podcast links above What if leadership wasn’t just about giving orders, but about fostering innovation and collaboration through learning and development? In a captivating conversation with Anna Mittelman, Head of the European School of Administration, we explore her transformative journey from HR professional to the leader of the EU’s training hub. Anna shares her insights on how learning to unlearn is vital in today's rapidly evolving work environment an...
Dec 07, 2024•55 min•Season 4Ep. 59
Send us a text Please subscribe via the Podcast links above In this new season, I’m excited to bring you more conversations with brilliant authors, organisational experts, and practitioners who shape the world of leadership today. Together, we’ll be exploring everything from the art of self-leadership to creating work cultures that empower people. So, get ready to challenge your assumptions about leadership and hear from some of the best minds in the field. Tune into this short preview for a tas...
Dec 02, 2024•6 min•Season 4Ep. 58
Send us a text Please subscribe via the Podcast links above Ever wondered what it takes to make a radical career shift? My guest, Caroline Dowd-Higgins, did just that, and her journey is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, Caroline opens up about her battle with workplace burnout, the pivotal moment that prompted her to leave a demanding executive role, and how she leveraged her transferable skills to find a more fulfilling path. This conversation is a goldmine for anyone grappling with...
Aug 29, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 57
Send us a text Please subscribe via the Podcast links above Ever wondered what drives our seemingly endless engagement with digital tools at work? Cyberpsychology expert Carolyn Freeman joins us to shed light on this phenomenon and shares her personal journey from the corporate world to cyberpsychology, triggered by her own experiences with digital burnout. Gain insights into how technology influences our behavior, mental health, and productivity, and learn effective strategies to manage digital...
Jul 26, 2024•48 min•Season 3Ep. 56
Send us a text Please subscribe via the Podcast links above What type of pivotal moment can lead someone to dedicate their career to leadership development? Why are qualities like inward soundness and other focus so critical in leadership? And how does the quality of leadership impact not just our work, but our overall well-being? Join us as Tim Spiker, founder of The Aperio and author of "The Only Leaders Worth Following - Why some leaders succeed, others fail, and how the quality of our lives ...
Jul 02, 2024•50 min•Season 3Ep. 55
Send us a text Please subscribe via the Podcast links above What does it take to be the CEO of a leading global company? What qualities enable a CEO to bring out the best in themselves and others? What can you do, regardless of rank or position, to have a fulfilling career? These are just some of the topics that I cover in this episode of Leading People. My guest is Rob Kuijpers. Rob rose to senior positions within Heinz before first becoming CEO of EMEA for DHL and eventually CEO of DHL Worldwi...
May 26, 2024•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 54
Send us a text Please subscribe via the Podcast links above Join us this week as Brian Moran, acclaimed author and innovator behind the "12-Week Year," challenges us to rethink our traditional views on accountability. In this eye-opening episode, Brian dives into why seeing accountability as a mere consequence is a misconception that limits potential. Discover the transformative power of true accountability through ownership, choice, and clear commitments. Whether you're leading a team, managing...
May 04, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 53
