Continuing with World Creativity and Innovation Week The Maverick Paradox continues to mark the occasion with a discussion on innovation and ethical leadership from The Maverick Paradox's 6 Featured Columnists. The columnists are based in a number of countries and work asynchronous to each other. Therefore to hear the views of all the columnists we have created two short panels. In this Innovation and Ethical Leadership Panel, Judith Germain, Ben Baker and Jo Farmer discuss the interplay between...
Apr 26, 2024•15 min•Ep. 415
Continuing with World Creativity and Innovation Week The Maverick Paradox continues to mark the occasion with a discussion on innovation and ethical leadership from The Maverick Paradox's 6 Featured Columnists. The columnists are based in a number of countries and work asynchronous to each other. Therefore to hear the views of all the columnists we have created two short panels. In this Innovation and Ethical Leadership Panel, Judith Germain, David Chislett, Josuel Rogers and Astrid Davies discu...
Apr 22, 2024•16 min•Ep. 414
Continuing with World Creativity and Innovation Week The Maverick Paradox continues to mark the occasion with a discussion on innovation from The Maverick Paradox's 6 Featured Columnists. The columnists are based in a number of countries and work asynchronous to each other. Therefore to hear the views of all the columnists we have created two short panels. This is the second panel and features Judith Germain who hosts, and is joined by Ben Baker and Jo Farmer . Key Takeaways Both Ben and Jo prov...
Apr 19, 2024•18 min•Ep. 413
It is World Creativity and Innovation Week and The Maverick Paradox has chosen to mark the occasion with a discussion on innovation from The Maverick Paradox's 6 Featured Columnists. The columnists are based in a number of countries and work asynchronous to each other. Therefore to hear the views of all the columnists we have created two short panels. This is the first panel and features Judith Germain who takes on the dual role of hosting and being asked questions as a Featured Columnist. She i...
Apr 15, 2024•25 min•Ep. 412
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Jodi Hume about leadership myths and decision fatigue. Key Takeaways Hustle culture and the idea that it's "lonely at the top" are damaging myths about leadership Emotional/energetic regulation is crucial for optimal executive functioning and decision making Having a support network you can process decisions with is key to avoiding decision fatigue Saying "yes" and figuring things out along the way can build confidence In this conversation t hey discuss h...
Apr 12, 2024•52 min•Ep. 411
In this episode Judith Germain and Katherine Lazaruk discuss professional presence and leadership beyond stereotypical norms. Key Takeaways Leadership presence is innate and can be cultivated, but does not guarantee taking on a leadership role. Knowing your true self and being congruent with internal and external expression builds presence. Diverse perspectives are needed at leadership tables for organisations to thrive. Non-white women face double bias and must navigate risks in self-expression...
Apr 08, 2024•47 min•Ep. 410
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Kristin Lytle about talent identification and its impact on organisational culture. Key Takeaways Self-awareness and self-regulation are critical skills for leaders to have. Leaders who can recognise when they are discombobulated and take a moment to re-center themselves before interacting with others have a huge impact. Succession planning is still valuable but needs to focus more on developing talent pools rather than detailed individual plans, due to t...
Apr 05, 2024•36 min•Ep. 409
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Jenny L Mitchell about leadership journeys and approaches. Key Takeaways There are parallels between Judith's "maverick" leadership style and Jenny's "underdog" leadership style - both value authenticity, curiosity, and bringing out the best in others. Mindset is key - assume positive intent, focus on possibilities rather than obstacles. Critical thinking skills in younger generations may not transfer across all domains - need to educate holistically. Lea...
Apr 01, 2024•46 min•Ep. 408
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Claire Milligan about her experience living with ADHD and how it impacts her life and work. Key Takeaways ADHD manifests differently in each person - it's a spectrum. Claire has inattentive ADHD. Getting diagnosed as an adult woman is difficult since ADHD often shows up differently than the "hyperactive young boy" stereotype. Medication helps provide a baseline level of dopamine to aid focus and mood regulation. Creating external structure and systems hel...
Mar 29, 2024•42 min•Ep. 407
In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Dr Darnyelle Jervey Harmon about mindset and manifesting financial abundance. Key Takeaways Mindset is critical - it makes up 90-95% of manifesting financial abundance. The rest is skill/action. We must challenge limiting beliefs about money we internalised in childhood. Affirmations reprogram your subconscious mind. Say them first thing in morning and before bed. Staying in a state of abundance keeps you vibrating at a level where abundance can enter. Ta...
Mar 25, 2024•53 min•Ep. 406
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Clifton Savage about his insights on cultivating leadership within organisations. Clifton expresses his passion for each day's opportunities and learning experiences. Key Takeaways Leadership is about serving others, not just yourself. Share your growth with others. Communication is key for leadership in teams. Assessments like DISC can provide perspective. Have a heart for service. Make decisions that help others progress. Practical applicatio...
Mar 22, 2024•25 min•Ep. 405
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...
Mar 18, 2024•50 min•Ep. 404
In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain and Ben Risser d iscuss 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 acco...
Mar 15, 2024•19 min•Ep. 403
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 t...
Mar 11, 2024•46 min•Ep. 402
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 Focus on execution over planning - do just enough planning to start executing fast. Learn and adjust as you go. Create an actionable strategic plan in 48 hours focused on: how big, who to serve, what they crave. Differentiate with an "only" statement, not claims of being the "best". Hire for "goosebumps" - find...
Mar 08, 2024•40 min•Ep. 401
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 online Consistent posting and engaging is key, even if you don't get a lot of likes/comments Don'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...
Mar 04, 2024•51 min•Ep. 400
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 Racist stereotypes and lies about Black people are pervasive globally, not just in the US. These false narratives must be actively challenged. Leaders must commit to diversity, equity and inclusion efforts for real change to occur in organisations. Performative efforts are n...
Mar 01, 2024•51 min•Ep. 399
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 disco...
Feb 26, 2024•26 min•Ep. 398
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 va...
Feb 23, 2024•27 min•Ep. 397
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 vision Mindfulness and self-awareness are key to staying on track Having the end goal in mind prevents sacrificing health and relationships Offer to Audience Mini-course on busine...
Feb 19, 2024•23 min•Ep. 396
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 chan...
Feb 16, 2024•38 min•Ep. 395
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 unhealthy 80% of the world is currently experiencing burnout, which is alarming We need to shift organisational cultures to better support employee well-being Achievement Intelligence should complement AI to optimise humans supported by technology Focus on "eulogy vir...
Feb 12, 2024•32 min•Ep. 394
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' p...
Feb 09, 2024•25 min•Ep. 393
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 t...
Feb 05, 2024•31 min•Ep. 392
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 contexts Take inventory of your skills and create a plan to...
Feb 01, 2024•25 min•Ep. 391
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 Le...
Jan 29, 2024•57 min•Ep. 390
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...
Jan 26, 2024•24 min•Ep. 389
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...
Jan 22, 2024•29 min•Ep. 388
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 cann...
Jan 19, 2024•24 min•Ep. 387
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 Group Salespeople need to act as leaders and advisors, not just transactional sellers Many ...
Jan 15, 2024•17 min•Ep. 386
