Leadership Horizons
This podcast aims to help leaders understand current and future leadership trends and encourage leaders to explore their horizons and understand the skills that will help them become even more successful moving forward.
Welcome to Leadership Horizons, where we explore leadership at its most transformative through two unique perspectives. I am Lois Burton, an executive coach and leadership development specialist and I've witnessed first hand how great leadership can transform organizations across sectors - from global corporations to public services, from manufacturing to the arts.
"Each week, I'll bring you either an in-depth conversation with a visionary leader who's redefining what's possible..."
"...or be inviting you to join me for focused explorations of critical leadership themes, where I'll share proven strategies and insights from my years of leadership development experience and research."
"Leadership Horizons, helping you to lead beyond boundaries -- Because the future of leadership knows no bounds. I'm looking forward to you joining me there"
Episodes
28 episodes
Who Do I Need to Become? Navigating Leadership Challenges with Lynn Scott
What does it take to lead effectively in a world of constant uncertainty and rapid change? Lynn Scott, executive coach and international bestselling author of "Leader Unlocked," joins Lois Burton to tackle this pressing question through a deepl...
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Episode 27
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28:21
The Fourth Pillar of Resilience: Why Leaders Must Master Flexible Thinking
Navigating uncertainty demands more than resilience—it requires cognitive flexibility that transforms challenges into opportunities. After six months of podcasting, I'm diving deep into the fourth pillar of resilience: flexible thinking, the le...
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Episode 26
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18:10
The Third Pillar: How Inner Drive Transforms Good Leaders Into Great Ones
What propels exceptional leaders forward when everything around them says "stop"? After two decades coaching senior executives across sectors, I've discovered that thriving leadership doesn't stem from intelligence or experience alo...
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Episode 25
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10:21
Future Focus: The Second Pillar of Resilience
Have you ever noticed how some leaders maintain clarity and direction even during the most chaotic circumstances? What separates those who get consumed by daily firefighting from those who transform challenges into stepping stones toward a comp...
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Episode 24
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9:21
Energy Management: The Hidden Pillar of Effective Leadership
Ever feel like you're running on empty while everyone expects you to be the energizer? You're not alone. After 24 years and 30,000+ hours coaching senior executives, I've discovered that even the most brilliant strategists and natural inspirers...
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Episode 23
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10:47
The Leadership Paradox: How Ambiguity Forges Exceptional Leaders
Feeling like you're leading through fog so thick you can't see your hand in front of your face? You're far from alone. The most pressing leadership challenge today isn't the absence of clarity—it's learning how to navigate effectively when the ...
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Episode 22
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10:30
Why Today's Leaders Must Prioritize Continuous Learning
Are you leading with yesterday's playbook in today's rapidly changing world? This question sits at the heart of our exploration into why continuous leadership learning isn't just advantageous—it's absolutely critical for survival and success.
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Episode 21
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9:44
Leading Through Fear and Anxiety
Fear isn't just an inevitable part of organizational change—it's a powerful indicator of what matters most to your team. Drawing from over two decades of executive coaching experience, I take you through the psychology of workplace anxiety and ...
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Episode 20
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8:31
Asking For Help Is A Crucial Leadership Skill
Ever noticed how the higher leaders climb, the more they feel they should have all the answers? This dangerous paradox creates isolation exactly when leaders need support most. Drawing from 24 years and over 30,000 hours coaching senior executi...
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Episode 19
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11:57
Building Trust Through Action, Beyond The Fundamentals
Trust forms the bedrock of exceptional leadership, but building deep, enduring trust requires more than basic reliability. In this revealing exploration of advanced trust-building practices, we dive into the sophisticated behaviors that truly s...
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Episode 18
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16:05
The Courage to Change Course - When Should Good Leaders Change Course
Every leader faces moments when the path forward becomes unclear. Should you stay committed to your current course or pivot to a new direction? This question lies at the heart of what I call "the consistency paradox" – a leadership challenge th...
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Episode 17
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9:35
How Leaders Gain and Maintain Trust
Trust might be a small word, but it carries enormous implications for leaders at every level. When trust flourishes, teams achieve remarkable outcomes and navigate challenges with remarkable resilience. When it falters, even the most brilliant ...
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Episode 16
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12:27
Beating Overwhelm
The relentless pace of modern leadership has made overwhelm not just common but expected. Yet some leaders navigate these same pressures with remarkable clarity and calm. What's their secret? Overwhelm isn't actually about having too much to do...
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Episode 15
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14:54
Bold Decision Making and Managing Risks
What separates transformative leaders from everyone else? The ability to make bold decisions while intelligently managing risk in an increasingly complex world. This critical leadership skill isn't about recklessness—it's about seei...
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Episode 14
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16:07
How AI Can Help Leaders Adapt Quickly and Easily
The leadership landscape is shifting dramatically. The days of leaders needing to have all the answers are over. Today's most effective leaders understand that their true role lies in asking better questions and creating environments where team...
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Episode 13
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13:31
The Importance of Self Care to Leadership Resilience
What if the secret to stronger leadership isn't just about being tougher, but about being kinder—especially to yourself? On this episode of Leadership Horizons, I challenge the conventional wisdom around resilience that exclusively focuses on g...
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Episode 12
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12:45
Leading with Love and Joy
What happens when leaders dare to bring love and joy into their professional toolkit? This thought-provoking journey explores how genuine care and purposeful enthusiasm are becoming essential elements for today's most effective leaders—not just...
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Episode 11
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16:08
Becoming an Authentic Leader: The Power of Full Commitment
What's the pivotal moment that transforms someone from simply holding a leadership position to truly becoming a leader? Drawing on 25 years of executive coaching experience, I reveal the single most important choice every impactful ...
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Episode 10
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7:16
Dr Lloyd Gregory Shares His Leadership Insights
The power of collaboration lies at the heart of transformative leadership, and Dr. Lloyd Gregory's approach offers a masterclass in building partnerships that create lasting value. As Director of the Joint Research Office for King's College Lon...
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Episode 9
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24:55
Creating and Prioritising Development Opportunities for Leaders and Teams
Every transformative leader shares a common trait—commitment to continuous growth. Great leadership isn't static; what worked yesterday won't necessarily lead us successfully into tomorrow. The relentless pace of change demands adaptation, yet ...
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Episode 8
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14:48
Creating Psychological Safety in a Changing Workplace
The boundaries between employees and organizations have dramatically shifted. Remote work, economic uncertainty, organizational restructuring, and evolving attitudes about work have fundamentally reshaped the psychological contract—those unwrit...
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Episode 7
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19:39
Transforming Meetings
Does your calendar resemble a game of Tetris, packed with back-to-back meetings that leave you exhausted and wondering when you'll actually complete your real work? You're far from alone. Drawing on 24+ years of executive coaching e...
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Episode 6
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18:15
The Stress/Pressure Dynamic
Resilience in leadership isn't about toughing it out—it's about creating support systems that help you perform at your best. I'm challenging the prevailing narrative that resilient leaders simply endure more pressure. Instead, true resilience m...
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Episode 5
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17:39