What can a grizzly bear in a denim jacket teach us about leadership?

More than you’d think.

In this week’s Fast & The Curious, Dave takes us from Hackney to Hollywood (almost) with his usual cheeky, sweary brilliance.

⚡ What leadership advice does he swear by?
⚡ Why pink paint is his power colour
⚡ And how he ended up designing a jacket for an 8-foot bear

It’s fast, funny, and full of the kind of wisdom only a rebellious artist can serve.

📺 Dave’s full Fast & Curious episode drops today on YouTube. Don’t forget to check out his full Courageous Leaders interview while you’re there.

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Naughty, and unfiltered – Dave Buonaguidi, ex-adman turned full-time artist, shares how he blew up a 35-year career, lost everything, and finally found joy. From co-founding iconic agencies like St. Luke’s and Karmarama to walking away from the industry (and his marriage) at 50, Dave tells it like it is – with plenty of swearing, sharp wit, and hard-won wisdom.

If you’ve ever wanted to throw out the rulebook and build life on your own damn terms, this episode is for you.

We Cover:
01:40 – “I just rebooted my life at 55” – The moment Dave walked away from it all

07:20 – Wearing a mask at work for 35 years

08:40 – Why he doesn’t see his past ventures as “success”

10:05 – The brutal reality of founding a business

12:00 – Ripping up the rulebook: doing things differently in advertising

15:00 – Starting over after losing his agency – and his marriage

18:20 – Going all-in with no plan B: the real reason he made it work

20:00 – “If you’re doing it for the money, f*ck off”

32:00 – Letting go: what Dave struggled with most

41:00 – “I jumped out the burning building” – on walking away from everything

42:20 – Why 2020 was the best year of his life

43:00 – Advice for anyone ready to change their life

46:40 – How a screen-printing class changed everything

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Can three top leaders agree on what’s killing modern leadership?

What happens when you bring together a CEO, a president, and a CCO to tackle what’s dragging teams down and how to fix it?

In this special 'Leadership Room 101' edition of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, I sat down with Jessica Tamsedge (CEO, Dentsu Creative), Josh Green (CCO, House 337), and Conrad Persons (President, Grey London) for a sharp, honest, and funny deep dive into the biggest leadership traps and what they’d like to banish into Leadership Room 101.

We Cover: 
00:00 – Introduction: Welcome to Leadership Room 101

02:12 – Meet the guests: Jessica, Josh, and Conrad 
05:28 – The leadership habit Conrad wants to ban forever

09:45 – Jessica on why dabblers kill creativity and clarity

14:40 – Josh takes aim at the empty chase for growth

19:55 – Why leaders struggle to carve out time to think

27:30 – The guilt trait: why taking time feels selfish for leaders

33:12 – Closing arguments: which leadership trap should go into Leadership Room 101?

36:15 – Conrad’s take on the “black box” leadership style

37:23 – Jessica’s insight on “forcing time to think”

38:50 – Joanna’s decision: the one habit we all need to kill

42:45 – Final reflections + a thank you to the guests

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What if you had to pick one emoji…

to sum up your entire personality?

Chloe Davies didn’t flinch.

In the latest episode of The Fast & The Curious, Chloe brought the same energy she brings to every room.

Bold, brilliant, and a little bit cheeky.

🎯 Watch the full F&TC episode to find out:

⚡ What would Chloe do as Prime Minister for the day?

⚡ What music track sums up her life?

⚡ What food she would eat EVERY day forever?

It’s fast, fun, and full of unexpected gems.

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If you’ve ever questioned your worth, your purpose or your place in this world, this episode will light the way forward.

Chloe Davies, Founder & CEO of It Takes A Village Collective, shares how she rebuilt her life and leadership after betrayal, burnout, and breakdown. From surviving mental health crises to winning Rock Star of the Year at the ADCOLOR Awards, Chloe’s story is raw, real and radically inspiring.

We Cover:
01:10 – Hitting rock bottom: “There’s nowhere to go but up”

03:30 – The betrayal that broke Chloe and how she rebuilt 

06:10 – Living with mental health challenges

10:00 – What people assume about Chloe (and why they’re wrong)

13:40 – Her mum’s legacy at John Lewis and the cost of being first

18:00 – Becoming a manager at 17 and clashing with her own mother

22:40 – Boundaries, burnout and being visible: The cost of community leadership

27:30 – Winning Rockstar of the Year

33:00 – Meeting Queen Latifah + the moment that changed everything

36:30 – “I’m not the builder. I’m the architect”: Chloe’s leadership mindset

39:00 – Advice to her younger self

41:50 – Final message

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Is your leadership team quietly falling apart?

Lack of trust is the silent killer of leadership teams that can contribute to eroding alignment, sparking burnout, and fuelling poor decisions.

In this episode, I reveal why even the best leaders lose trust over time and share some practical, proven strategies to rebuild it. We cover the hidden traps weakening your team and the exact steps you can take today to restore clarity, vulnerability, and alignment at the top.

We Cover:

00:46 – How trust breaks down over time 

01:27 – Trust Killer #1: Silos and lack of collective alignment

02:23 – Trust Killer #2: Fear of vulnerability and hiding weakness

03:34 – Trust Killer #3: Inconsistent communication and clarity gaps

04:25 – How to Rebuild Trust

05:10 – Setting up quarterly leadership alignment sessions

05:55 – Modelling vulnerability as a leader 

06:42 – Building a communication cadence across teams

07:27 – The hidden power of informal leadership connections

08:10 – Final Takeaways: Small steps to a stronger leadership foundation

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Sir John Hegarty or Jon Evans?

What if you had to pick between two of your closest industry friends… 

..on camera?

That’s exactly the dilemma we threw at Orlando Wood, CIO at System1, in his Fast & The Curious.

🎯 From neuroscience to Love Island, here’s what went down:

⚡ Would he rather be invisible or read minds?
⚡ Which side of his brain would he keep, left or right?
⚡ Would he really go on Love Island?
⚡ And how an aggressive dog gave him creative inspiration

It’s creative brilliance with a side of chaos

🔥 Weird hypotheticals
🔥 Thoughtful takes
🔥 And answers you definitely didn’t see coming..

📺 Watch Orlando’s Fast & Curious now on YouTube and catch his full Courageous Leaders interview while you’re there.

💬 Curious which side of your brain would you keep?

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Why modern marketing is broken and how you can fix it, as a leader.

Orlando Wood, Chief Innovation Officer at System1 and author of Lemon, Look Out, and Advertising Principles Explained, reveals why advertising has lost its soul and how the shift from right-brain to left-brain thinking is hurting creativity, leadership, and human connection. If you’ve felt that marketing is becoming more mechanical, and leadership more rigid this episode will make it click.

We Cover:
00:46 – Why today’s marketing is losing impact

01:04 – The bold idea behind Lemon and why it shocked the industry

06:42 – Why advertising lost its human touch

13:27 – How grief changes your leadership lens

19:30 – The truth about creativity: how it really happens

22:03 – Small habits that activate your creative thinking

22:54 – Leadership today: why emotional connection matters

25:56 – Will AI revive creativity or kill it?

30:02 – The hidden value of learning from the past

35:57 – How to push bold ideas through doubt and resistance

40:18 – What Orlando would tell his younger self

41:46 – Final thoughts

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Courageous Leaders vs Uncensored CMO Podcast

You’ve got to upset one person…

Your boss OR your friend?

Who do you choose?

That was just one of the fun dilemmas we threw at Kerry Collinge, Managing Director of The Uncensored CMO, in her round of The Fast & The Curious - and trust us, she didn’t hold back.

🎥 Catch the full episode on YouTube to find out:

🪩 Whether she’d rather listen to our podcast or her boss’s
🪩 What happened when she Googled herself
🪩 Which superpower she’d choose
🪩 Her favourite job perk
🪩 Who wins her heart more: a person or a dog?
… and plenty more unexpected answers.

It’s leadership with personality - bold, honest, and a little bit cheeky. 🍑

So grab a chocolate, crack open a beer (or shake up an espresso martini 🍸), and dive in.

📺 Watch her Fast & The Curious round AND her full Courageous Leaders Podcast interview now - both live on YouTube.

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Kerry Collinge, Managing Director of The Uncensored CMO, shares her bold journey from big brands to brave moves, and what it really means to lead without conforming.

From being told she was “too much” to redefining success on her own terms, Kerry’s story is a masterclass in courage, reinvention, and staying true to who you are.

We Cover:
02:22 – Kerry’s most courageous move (and why she never looked back)

04:50 – What your gut knows before your head catches up

10:46 – When conformity kills creativity: The cost of safe leadership

14:08 – Why we need to embrace the whole person at work

19:13 – Has hard work become a dirty word?

22:56 – Redefining performance

29:13 – “I knew it wasn’t right, but I said yes anyway”

30:47 – What she learned from taking 3 jobs for the money (and getting fired 3 times)

34:37 – Glitter ball mindset: Why broken doesn’t mean less

38:19 – The advice she’d give to her younger self

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This isn’t your typical leadership Q&A.

It’s fast. It’s curious.

And Scott Morrison brings the boom, with energy, honesty, and a few unexpected curveballs.

(Yes, including Will Smith... and toes-for-fingers.)

Yes, it gets funnier.

But in between the laughs, Scott dropped some real wisdom:

⚡The #1 skill every leader should master (it’s not what you think)

⚡ The mindset trap too many leaders fall into

⚡ Why he’d trade lives with Martin Luther King for a day

⚡ His 3-word leadership philosophy: Unblock. Unlock. Unleash.

From Will Smith walk-in songs to a character who steals phones with their feet (yep, really)…

This episode brings bold takes, sharp insights, and Scott’s signature boom-energy.

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Scott Morrison, Founder of The Boom! and former Marketing Director at Levi’s and Diesel, shares how to unblock, unlock, and unleash leadership potential by blending commercial creativity with bold action. From reframing pressure as fuel to challenging complexity in leadership, Scott’s insights will inspire you to move from strategy to impact fast.

We Cover:
01:04 – What it means to be an unshackled leader

03:20 – The boom moment: When Scott knew he had to break free

13:06 – How to help teams move faster by creating safety

16:41 – The problem with over-complicating leadership

19:10 – Why creativity and culture are commercial weapons

22:48 – The 3-part model: Unblock, Unlock, Unleash

33:04 – How storytelling transforms internal culture and performance

41:13 – Lessons from Nike, Levi’s, and corporate reinvention

47:50 – The importance of building outside-in thinking

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Have we forgotten how to think as leaders?

This is the question I’ve been exploring in nearly every coaching session lately.
In this solo episode, I’m diving into why deep thinking has gone missing in modern leadership and how the addiction to busyness is holding us and our teams back. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed or constantly relied upon, this episode is your call to reset.

We Cover:
01:05 – What constant busyness is really costing you

01:45 – Reacting ≠ Leading: Where we’re getting it wrong

02:30 – Why stillness feels uncomfortable (but it’s vital)

02:59 – Tip 1: Embrace the “not busy” leader mindset

03:54 – Tip 2: Drive your team to think for themselves

04:36 – Tip 3: Block thinking time and protect it

05:35 – Who’s steering the ship if you’re not thinking?

06:21 – Final challenge: Redefine what leading looks like

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What happens when you put a high-velocity leader in the hot seat?

Unexpected insights...

Surprising confessions...

We fired off rapid-fire questions at Sophie Devonshire, and she didn’t hold back:

⚡️The best piece of career advice she ever received (and why it still guides her today)

⚡️ Morning meetings or late-night strategy? She’s got a strong opinion.

⚡️If she could add an 8th step to her book, what would it be?

It’s fast. It’s curious. And it’s seriously fun.

🎥 Full episode of Fast and Curious is now available on YouTube!

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The best leaders don’t just manage time; they master energy and here’s how.

Sophie Devonshire, CEO of The Marketing Society, shares the mindset shifts, leadership habits, and bold strategies that drive high-velocity success. Discover how to make faster decisions, embrace rejection, and lead with impact. If you want to step up as a leader, this episode is a game-changer.

We Cover:
00:34 – Overcoming self-doubt: The role of coaching & self-trust
05:11 – How top leaders use mentors (and why you should too)
10:30 – Big career moves: How to make the right decision faster
16:19 – The secret power of belonging in leadership
21:50 – Why energy management beats time management
28:06 – Courage vs. caution: The bold mindset that creates success
34:48 – Reframing rejection: How to turn failure into your greatest asset
39:09 – Fear of criticism: Why it’s holding you back and how to fix it
41:54 – Final thoughts: The leadership challenge for YOU

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Paul Coxhill, Chief Operating Officer, LIONS & President, LIONS Intelligence, shares how taking bold leaps, navigating uncertainty, and embracing creativity shaped his leadership journey. From saying ‘yes’ to an unexpected opportunity in South Africa to driving innovation at WARC and LIONS, Paul’s insights offer a masterclass in adaptability, leadership, and business growth.

We Cover: 

01:04 – The career-defining power of saying ‘yes’ (even when unsure)

05:13 – How moving to South Africa reshaped his leadership & view on inclusion

13:10 – Leading through change: Why over-communication is non-negotiable

20:02 – Five years of growth at WARC: The strategy behind long-term success

25:32 – How to embed innovation into company culture (without separate ‘innovation teams’)

36:11 – Bringing your whole self to work: The leadership mindset shift

38:08 – Letting go of the need to be liked: The key to authentic leadership

41:28 – The advice he’d give his younger self about confidence & leadership

42:02 – Closing thoughts & final reflections

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Kerttu Inkeroinen, Marketing & E-commerce Director at Lucky Saint, shares her unconventional career journey from Coca-Cola to scale-ups, why she quit without a backup plan, and how she intentionally shaped her leadership style.

She reveals why taking risks is always worth it, how to build a career with purpose, and why leaders should be sheepdogs, not huskies.

We Cover:
00:12:29 – Why Kerttu left a job she loved without a backup plan

00:13:29 – The mindset shift that helps her take bold risks

00:20:00 – Overcoming self-doubt: Making friends with your inner critic

00:28:13 – Be the sheepdog, not the husky: Kerttu’s unique leadership approach

00:30:41 – How two-way feedback builds trust and stronger teams

00:36:22 – Why adaptability is key to career growth

00:36:47 – The biggest lesson she’d tell her younger self about success

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Listen to the end. It's priceless.

What happens when you put a creative legend in the hot seat?

Unexpected answers. Hilarious moments.

And maybe… a slight misunderstanding about Mo Salah’s tongue.

We threw rapid-fire questions at Trevor Robinson OBE, 

And he did not disappoint:

⚡ First app he opens in the morning? Not what you'd expect.

⚡ The leader he’d have dinner with? Divine. Literally.

⚡ What exactly went wrong when he met King Charles?

It’s fast. It’s curious. And you won’t want to miss it.

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Trevor Robinson OBE, founder and CCO of Quiet Storm, The mind behind "You've Been Tango’d" and Haribo's iconic ads, shares his journey from feeling like an outsider to founding Quiet Storm and championing diversity.

Discover his insights on courage, creativity, and building authentic relationships and learn about ‘Create Not Hate’, his initiative empowering underrepresented young creatives to break into the industry.
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We Cover:
00:05 - Passion over comfort: why he didn't return to his old job.

00:09 - Building strong client relationships through collaboration.

00:15 - Strategies for overcoming public speaking fear.

00:21 - The importance of finding and embracing your authentic style.

00:27 - Staying true to your vision of success.

00:30 - The leadership choice: being respected versus liked.

00:38 - Imposter Syndrome & Feeling Like an Outsider in Advertising.

00:43 - Finding your rhythm to perform under pressure.

00:51 - Staying focused on purpose amidst distractions.

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Finding the right balance between empathy and accountability is one of the biggest challenges leaders face. 

Lean too much into empathy, and performance drops. Focus too much on accountability, and you risk creating a culture of fear. 

In this episode, I break down how to master this balance so you can lead with both compassion and high standards.

We Cover:
00:35 – Why leaders struggle with this balance

01:15 – The importance of empathy & accountability

02:32 – The risks of leaning too far in one direction

03:05 – Setting clear expectations for your team

03:53 – Giving feedback without creating defensiveness

04:40 – Leading by example & holding yourself accountable

05:26 – Recognising both effort & results

05:59 – Using empathy as a tool for accountability

07:08 – Common mistakes leaders make & how to avoid them

08:03 – How to start applying this today

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Ever wondered what it's like to leave a successful career and start over?
 
Xavier Rees, CEO of AMV BBDO, shares his bold leap of faith and the lessons he learned along the way. 

He discusses taking risks, embracing challenges, and the importance of staying true to yourself. 

Discover how Xav navigates the complexities of the advertising world and builds a culture of trust and collaboration. This episode is full of valuable insights for leaders at all levels.

We Cover:
00:14 - A courageous moment: Leaving Havas

03:30 - The appeal of AMV BBDO

05:38 - The drive to prove people wrong

10:30 - Embracing his Own Leadership Style

11:32 - The Pivotal Moment of Self-Acceptance

17:02 - Profound insights from a Career Break

23:56 - Advice for New CEOs

28:42 - The Difficulty of Making Tough Decisions

34:50 - How Personal Pain Shaped His Leadership

44:23 - Advice to His Younger Self

48:19 - The Power of Making Things

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What's the secret to leading a successful team?

It might not be what you think.

Jessica Hargreaves, CEO of PrettyGreen, reveals her unconventional approach to leadership, sharing powerful insights on risk-taking, delegation, and building a culture of trust.

We Cover:
07:04 - Focusing on people and culture for business success 

14:06 - Creating a culture of calculated risk-taking

16:49 - Defining a "fail-safe" culture and learning from mistakes 

25:00 - The value of B Corp certification and aligning actions with purpose 

30:36 - The "Be More Meerkat" philosophy for team collaboration 

33:16 - Advice to her younger self: The value of mentorship 

33:54 - A career turning point: Saying "no" and prioritising wellbeing 

35:04 - Prioritising your wellbeing and its transformative impact on leadership.

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Katy Wright, CEO of FCB London, shares her unique journey from aspiring pilot to advertising leader. She offers valuable insights on building self-belief, embracing challenges, and creating a thriving workplace culture.

Discover how Katy stays ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving industry and why she believes kindness and a strong moral compass are superpowers for success.

This episode is packed with valuable insights for leaders at all levels.

We Cover:
01:49 - What Courageous Leadership Means

03:06 - Knowing You Are Enough

04:34 - Embracing Imperfection

05:21 - Building Confidence Through Experience

07:07 - The Importance of Believing in Others

08:22 - From Aspiring Pilot to Advertising Leader

12:35 - Lessons from a First Flying Lesson

14:42 - The Power of Self-Trust

17:23 - The Importance of Being Yourself

20:48 - The Challenges of Leadership

24:54 - Staying Ahead of the Curve

27:57 - Balancing Big-Picture Thinking with Detail

31:57 - Overcoming Challenges and Finding Your Place

35:35 - Misconceptions About Katy

37:14 - Advice to Her Younger Self

38:21 - The Future of the Industry

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"Decision by committee" is killing productivity and stifling innovation. 

In this episode, I explore the common pitfalls of this approach and offer practical strategies to help leadership teams make faster, more effective decisions. We'll dive into the fears and misconceptions that fuel this approach and discover how to create a culture of clarity, alignment, and action.

We Cover:
00:29 - Why Decision by Committee Happens

01:06 - The Role of Fear

01:35 - The Myth of Consensus

01:56 - Achieving Alignment, Not Just Agreement

02:59 - Overcoming Analysis Paralysis

03:37 - Escaping the "Just In Case" Mentality

04:09 - The Importance of Clear Roles

04:34 - Dealing with the Fear of Hurting Feelings

05:07 - The Problem with Too Many Cooks

05:47 - Auditing Your Leadership Process

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In this episode, we're joined by the legendary Sir John Hegarty, Iconic Founder and Creative of Bartle Bogle Hegarty (BBH) and The Garage Entertainment, and a pioneering figure in the world of advertising. He shares his journey and philosophy on creativity, leadership, and staying current in the ever-changing advertising industry. This episode is a must-watch for anyone seeking inspiration from one of the greatest creative minds.

We Cover:
01:15 - Taking Risks & Founding BBH

03:52 - The Importance of Valuing Creativity

05:34 - Focusing on the Present Moment

06:32 - How Ideas Change the World

11:29 - Imagination vs. Data

13:38 - The Power of Play

16:39 - What It Feels Like to Have a Great Idea

20:17 - Building a Creative Culture

21:46 - Overcoming Fear as a Leader

24:43 - How to Encourage Creativity in Others

28:03 - The Importance of Human Connection

30:56 - Why Collaboration Can Be Risky

33:57 - The Role of Ego in Leadership

35:39 - Starting a Business with Just a Suitcase

40:07 - Sir John Hegarty's Advice to His Younger Self

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