Episode description

Host Ross Thornley talks about adaptability requiring vulnerability — as does learning. Being deeply optimistic about humans, Heather McGowan reflects upon getting in touch with your identity — and leadership within this new normal. She also discusses how humans are transitioning away from universal income without any obligations and why learning is the new pension.

Timestamps:

• 1:12: Who is Heather McGowan — in her own words
• 2:48: The transition from corporate work to writing and speaking
• 5:55: Identity — and challenges of adapting that for the future
• 11:00: Different aspects of leadership
• 14:58: Exploration and exploitation in value creation
• 21:08: Successfully pivoting in dire times
• 24:07: Lighting a fire of ambition versus a burning platform
• 28:45: Tips for adapting a life-long learning culture
• 32:32: Heather’s motivation for writing her new book on adaptability 
• 36:09: The skills we need to thrive in this pace of change
• 40:46: Looking forward to a productive year — and what it looks like

References:

• Heather E. McGowan — "The Adaption Advantage"
• Benjamin Hardy — “Willpower Doesn’t Work”
• Jim Kouzes — "The Leadership Challenge"
• Dan Sullivan — Strategic Coach
• Barry O’Reilly 

Connect with Ross:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Moonshot Innovation