Second Crack — The Leadership Podcast
Leadership Consultant Martin Aldergard and Executive Coach Gerrit Pelzer explore everyday leadership dilemmas and paradoxes. Get ready for thought-provoking questions which invite self-reflection and help you grow as a leader. More info: https://secondcrackleadership.com
Episodes
54 episodes
From Chemist to Executive Coach: What Leaders Can Learn from a Non-Linear Career
Many leaders reach a point in their career where something feels slightly "off" — even when, on paper, everything looks successful. In this episode, Gerrit Pelzer shares his personal professional journey: from studying chemistry and earning a P...
The Inner Development Goals: Building Resilient Leadership for a Complex World
In this episode, we return to the updated Inner Development Goals (IDG), and reflect on what has changed, why it matters and how IDG is now even more relevant for leaders that want to develop resilient leadership.Why IDG matters
The Inner Development Goals 2.0 - Bringing Forgiveness into Leadership
In this episode, we explore forgiveness as an essential yet often overlooked capacity in leadership. Inspired by the updated Inner Development Goals 2.0, which now include forgiveness, we ask what it really means to forgive in a corporate conte...
Good Leaders in Turbulent Times − with Martin Farrell
In this episode we explore what it means to lead with authenticity, courage, compassion and wisdom when the pressure is on. Our guest, Martin Farrell, author of Good Leaders in Turbulent Times, shares insights from six decades working for and w...
Stop Telling, Start Learning: Five Steps to People-Powered Change
So often leaders tell people what to do, expecting change to follow. But real, lasting change happens when people understand, process, and make sense of change for themselves. In this episode, we dive into the "Power of learning” ...
Executive Coaching Lessons from 15 Years: Who You Are Is How You Lead
As a senior leader, you've achieved significant success. But how do you keep evolving into the best leader you can be—and is executive coaching the right lever?In this special 49th episode of Second Crack, co-hosts Gerrit Pelzer and Mart...
Expat Leadership: The Untold Truths Behind the Adventure
An international assignment often promises adventure and accelerated career growth. And while an expatriate experience can be life-enriching and fulfilling, it also comes with challenges and unexpected surprises few people talk about.
Leadership Under Pressure with Michael Andrei – Former Professional Volleyball Team Captain
What can the high-stakes world of professional sports teach us about leadership in the corporate world?In this episode, we are joined by Michael Andrei, former German National Volleyball Player and Team Captain
What Can Leaders Learn from a Clown? With Janolof Elander
We explore an unexpected but powerful source of leadership insight: the art of clowning. Together with our guest, Janolof Elander, we dive into how the presence, vulnerability, and connection practiced by clowns can help us become more human-ce...
Leadership Under Pressure: What to Do When It Feels Too Much
Even the most seasoned leaders face moments when their work feels overwhelmingly difficult—when self-doubt creeps in, motivation fades, and the usual strategies to "push through" no longer seem to work. In this episode of Second Crack – The...
The Leadership Challenge Of Promotions － How To Make The Right Call
Promoting the right people is one of the most critical decisions a leader can make—but all too often, internal promotions don’t work out as expected.In this episode, we explore the most common mistakes in internal promotions—and, most im...
Re-THINKING Leadership: Exploring the Inner Development Goals
How we think as leaders profoundly shapes our ability to navigate complexity, make sense of challenges, and involve others. In this episode, we explore the "Thinking" dimension of the Inner Development Goals (IDG) and why developing our thinkin...
Transformation and the Power of Involvement - with Ilkka Mäkitalo
We continue to explore how to make corporate transformation more successful by more intentional and meaningful involvement of employees.In this episode, we’re joined by Ilkka Mäkitalo, founder of Howspace, to explore how leaders can crea...
Why Leaders Need to Know About the Brain: An Audiobook Special
In today’s episode, we present a free audio version of Gerrit Pelzer's chapter Soft Skills Through the Lens of Hard Science: Insights into Why Leaders Need to Know About the Brain from the book Brains Inspiring Businesses...
Lessons From Women In Leadership − With Dr. Melanie Maas-Brunner and Evelyn Chau
In this episode we explore a timely and vital question: What can women bring to leadership that men can't? Joining us are two accomplished women leaders from traditionally male-dominated industries:
Successful Transformation - With People at the Heart of Change
We explore how to achieve success in corporate transformation.The discussion starts with the fact that many organisations still seem to rely on traditional top-down approaches, despite evidence that this method leads to disengagement, resis...
What Can Leaders Learn from Horses? With Ed Renshaw
Gerrit Pelzer and Martin Aldergård delve into an unexpected but insightful theme: what leaders can learn from horses. Joined by guest Ed Renshaw, an executive coach with expertise in equine-assisted leadership development, they explore the para...
Intuition in Leadership - with Dr. Charlotte Tamason
In this episode, we explore the power and importance of intuition in leadership with Intuition Coach Dr. Charlotte Tamason. Intuition is often an underestimated aspect of leadership, yet it plays a crucial role in decision-making, foster...
Achieving More by Wanting Less: Contentment in Leadership
In a corporate environment, leaders are expected to be achievement-oriented and drive results. However, the relentless pursuit of goals can lead to exhaustion and burnout. Often, both leaders and employees miss out on enjoying the process while...
Develop Leadership Resilience - with Enrico Cañal Bruland
Join us in a conversation with Enrico Cañal Bruland, GM&VP of a multinational pharmaceutical company, where we discuss how to develop resilience in leadership.Reflecting on professional and private challenges, Enrico shares 3 ...
Leading Change in a Foreign Country - Leadership Lessons from Noah Shepherd
In this episode, we talk with Noah Shepherd about leading change in a foreign country. We tap into his 30+ years of experience as a leader and executive in Asia.Our conversation covers three key success factors for leading change:...
Mastering Assertiveness in Leadership － with Rachel Goodwin
In this episode we delve into the vital leadership skill of assertiveness. With guest Rachel Goodwin, a UK-based leadership coach with a specialisation in assertiveness and supporting women in the workplace, we expl...
Beyond Silos: Navigating Organizational Boundaries, with Dr. Jürgen Scherer
In this episode, we explore how to navigate organisational boundaries. As enterprises expand, silos and barriers often emerge, hindering collaboration across units, functions, and regions. However, adept leaders understand that success comes fr...
The GAPS Grid: How to Accelerate Your Development as a Leader
In today's episode, we delve into the GAPS Grid, a dynamic tool designed to propel your leadership journey forward. Crafted by David B. Peterson, the GAPS Grid offers a structured approach to self-reflection, fostering cla...
Coaching Skills for Leaders And How to Overcome the Obstacles
Applying coaching skills as a leader is one of the best ways to develop people and boost employee engagement. And in fact, many leaders have attended "coaching skills for leaders" or "manager as a coach" trainings. Why then, we might ask, is no...
