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Becoming your own boss======= Today's episode is centred around a question, or you could say a desire many people have. Becoming your own boss. Many leaders and even aspiring leaders have this desire. A desire to become their own boss. This may even be you. Perhaps you have a desire to become your own boss. You may even have a plan to become your own boss. Well, discussing this with me today is Chris Folayan. Chris is an serial entrepreneur with 4 exits. Chris is also an author, mentor and keynote speaker. In this episode, we delve into the topic of becoming your own boss. So, stay tuned, I’m sure you will find this valuable. ======= Guest: Chris FolayanGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisfolayanbusinessstrategist/Guest Website: https://www.foundercentered.com/Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Avoid the heartache of ignoring AI's untapped potential======= In 1943, Thomas Watson, then the president of IBM famously, or should I say infamously predicted that there was a world market for only five computers. Well, we all know how wrong that was. We are faced, yet again, with another wave of technology, artificial intelligence. So, here is a question. How can we avoid the mistake of IBM? How can we avoid the heartache of ignoring the untapped potential of AI. To discuss this with me is Ajay Malik. Ajay is the CEO of Secomind.ai. He is a recognised thought leader in the field of AI and technology, with over 90 patents to his name and two influential books published. In this episode, Ajay and I have a conversation on how to avoid the heartache of ignoring AI’s untapped potential. Stay tuned, I’m sure you will enjoy it. ======= Hype Cycle Image: https://www.thechangelead.com/spaces/9303032/feedGuest: Ajay MalikGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/artofai/Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Innovation in times of disruptive change ============This episode is a continuation of my conversation with Derek Ariss. Derek is truly passionate about innovation. His journey is filled with adventure, experimentation and continuous learning. This episode concludes my conversation with Derek on “Innovation in times of disruptive change”. So, hold on tight, this will add new value to your life and career. ============Guest: Derek ArissGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekariss/Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Innovation in times of disruptive change ============How can we respond to disruptive change? What can we do when we face challenges and opportunities that defy normal boundaries? Is it possible to innovate in times of disruptive change? To discuss this with me is Derek Ariss. Derek is the Head of Innovation Education at Lightbulb Capital. Derek is also a Lecturer at Singapore Management University. In addition to being a speaker and trainer, Derek is a mixed media artist. In this episode, Derek and I have a conversation about “Innovation in times of disruptive change”. So, hold on tight, this will be interesting. ============Guest: Derek ArissGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekariss/Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Effective Leadership in a Changing World ============Leadership matters. In our rapidly changing world, effective leadership can be the difference between success and irrelevance. So, what does effective leadership look like in a changing world? How can leaders, at all levels learn to be effective as our world changes? To discuss this with me is Dr Flo Falayi. Dr. Flo is a dynamic leadership psychologist, executive coach, and inclusion strategist. He is a well-respected thought leader focused on helping leaders and organizations become better versions of themselves and more inclusive. In this episode, Dr Flo and I have a conversation on Effective Leadership in a Changing World. Stay tuned, I am sure you will enjoy it. ============Guest: Dr. Flo FalayiGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drflofalayi/Guest Website: https://drflofalayi.com/Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Effective communication for leaders dealing with change ============Picture this, you lead a team or a project. You have a truly brilliant idea, and you need to get this across. This requires effective communication. To discuss this with me is Ryan J. Warriner. Ryan is an Author, Executive Trainer, Coach and Professor. Ryan believes upskilling and cross-skilling is the key to unlock potential. In this episode, Ryan and I have a conversation on Effective Communication for leaders dealing with change. Stay tuned, I am sure you will find this valuable. ============Guest: Ryan J. WarrinerGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanjwarriner/Guest Website: https://ryanjwarriner.com/Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Projects are vehicles of transformation. A business with plans to integrate a newly acquired company will run an integration project to achieve this transformation. A family with plans to relocate from... let's say Paris to London will run a relocation project to achieve this transformation. Individuals and companies use projects as vehicles of transformation. The more strategic project leaders are, the more effective and long lasting the resulting transformations become. So, what does it mean to be a strategic project leader? Can we all become strategic project leaders? To discuss this with me is Fola F. Alabi. Fola is a lifelong project leader. In the words of Fola, “Life in and of itself is a project”! As a keynote speaker and podcast host, she brings a wealth of insight to what it means to be a strategic project leader. In this episode, Fola and I have a wonderful conversation about The Strategic Project Leader. I hope you enjoy it. Guest: Fola F. AlabiGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/folafalabi/Guest YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FolaAlabi
Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Technical skills may get you the job, but soft skills can make or break you as a leader. We can even go as far as saying soft skill are really the hard skills. This is particularly true when leading and navigating change. So, here’s a question. How can we apply soft skills to become successful at leadership and change? To discuss this with me is Diana Kawarsky. Diana is President of The Soft Skills Group. She is a senior training & development professional with over 20 years of experience in delivery, design & consulting with Fortune 500 companies, Universities & Colleges in Canada, USA, Europe, and Asia. Diana is also the author of two books – Soft Skills Volume 1 and The Soft Cs. In this episode, Diana and I have a conversation about Soft Skills for Leadership and Change. I’m sure you will enjoy it. Guest: Diana KawarskyGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianakawarskytssg/Guest Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7brl44q7Vpfu8TWH94IM2W?si=03a3fb42db0f4f3aHost: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
So, here is a question for you? What lessons from riding a bike can we apply to business, leadership and projects? What can biking teach us about change? To discuss this with me is Jason Orloske. Jason is a transformational leader. He uses effective project portfolio management to bridge the gap between organisational strategy and operational excellence. In this episode, Jason and I have a conversation about biking and business. Stay tuned, I’m sure you will find this insightful. Guest: Jason OrloskeGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-orloske-mpm-pmp-csm-cm/Guest Blog: btgconsulting.biz/ Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
The real challenges of our day our complex challenges. Whether it is the implications of machine learning or the need to transition away from fossil fuels, the real challenges leaders need to deal with our complex. So, here’s a question. What does it mean to be a leader in a complex world? To discuss this with me is Beatrix Eder. Beatrix is an award-winning Leadership Coach, Facilitator and Speaker. She works with seasoned and emerging leaders, helping them to become more competent and confident in practicing Inclusive Leadership. In this episode, Beatrix and I have a conversation about leadership in a complex world? So, stay tuned, I’m sure you will enjoy it. Guest: Beatrix Eder Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatrixeder/Guest Website: https://beatrixedercoaching.com/about-bea/Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Change starts with people. Organisations only change when people do. Leaders influence the ability of organisations to change. In a rapidly changing world, leaders and organisations may need to re-invent themselves multiple times. To discuss this with me is Aneace Haddad. Aneace has been a successful Tech CEO. He has experience in entrepreneurship, innovation and managing his own CEO succession plan. As an executive coach over the last 15 years, Aneace has had the privilege of coaching leaders of multinational companies across many industries. He is the author of “The Eagle that drank hummingbird Nectar. In this episode, Aneace and I have a conversation about Transformational Leadership – why organisations only change when leaders do. Guest: Aneace HaddadGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aneace/Guest Website: https://aneace.com/Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Are you prepared for a world heavily influenced by AI? Are you prepared to apply artificial intelligence to projects within your organisation. Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming every aspect of our lives; and the Project Management Office is not immune. So, can we improve the bottom line by applying AI to the Project Management office? To discuss this with me is Paul Boudreau. Paul is an Information Systems professional with over 30 years experience. Paul specializes in AI tools for project management. He is the president of Stonemeadaw consulting. He is also the author of three books focused on AI and project management. In this episode, Paul and I have a conversation about applying AI to the Project Management Office, and how this can improve the bottom line. Guest: Paul BoudreauGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boudreaupaul/Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Paul-Boudreau/author/B004OZ2YZ6/Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Wherever you are in your career, a powerful personal brand is massive asset. You may be just starting out your career, possibly in your 20s. You could be in your 30s, 40s or even later in your career. Wherever you are in your career, it is essential to have a powerful personal brand.The question I have - as a podcaster I always have a question. The question I have is, can we all create a powerful personal brand? What do we need to do to create a personal a powerful personal brand?To discuss this with me is Stuart Taylor. Now Stuart's got a very interesting background. Stuart is a project professional. He invests a lot of time helping other project professionals. Stuart is also what I would call a verified YouTuber. Together we will have a conversation on how to create a powerful personal brand.Guest: Stuart TaylorGuest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skt/Guest Website: https://influentialpmo.com/Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomiWebsite: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
How is the world of energy changing? What is the future of energy?
When it comes to change it is easy to focus on the change we can control. Change we can but in a box. However, the biggest drivers of change often come from factors we cannot put in a box. Factors beyond the control of any single entity. The future of energy involves change we cannot put in a box.
To discuss this with me today is Tony Tiyou. Tony is an entrepreneur, published author, and public speaker. He strongly believes in bringing power to Africa and changing the World through Clean Energy Solutions.
In this episode, Tony and I have a conversation about the future of energy.
Guest: Tony Tiyou
Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-tiyou/
Host: Babatope Ipinyomi
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
Website: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Our world is changing. One area of accelerated change is in the field of AI – artificial intelligence.
So, I have a question – are we ready for embedded AI? Is humanity ready for technology that blurs the line between man and machine?
To discuss this with me is Lavina Ramkissoon. Lavina is an AI pioneer and thought leader. She is an AI Ethics mentor and driver of Africa’s artificial intelligence potential.
In this episode, Lavina and I have a conversation about humanity and technology.
Guest: Lavina Ramkissoon
Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lavina-ramkissoon/
Host: Babatope Ipinyomi
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
Website: https://www.TheChangeLead.com
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
How do jazz bands create brilliant musical pieces? Think about it, a group of musicians playing and improvising in real time. Members of a jazz band lean in and listen to each other while playing.
High performing teams are like jazz bands. In high performing teams, team members lean in and listen closely to their fellow teammates. Question, how can we learn from jazz bands and build high performing teams?
To discuss this with me is Gerald J. Leonard. Gerald is an accomplished musician and business consultant. He leverages the principles of creativity, innovation, and peak performance to give businesses the edge needed to succeed. Gerald is an author. One of his books is titled “Workplace Jazz”.
In this episode, Gerald and I have a conversation about applying the principles of a jazz band to build high performing team.
Guest: Gerald J. Leonard
Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/geraldjleonard/
Guest Website: https://productivityintelligenceinstitute.com/
Host: Babatope Ipinyomi
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Have you ever worked with a confident leader? Have you seen, up close, the difference confidence makes when leading a team through change? The data tells us few people succeed in business without confidence.
To discuss this with me today is Phil Buckley. Phil is a change management strategist and author. Phil is the author of two books, Change with Confidence and Change on the Run.
In this episode, Phil and I will have a conversation on leading change with confidence.
Guest: Phil Buckley
Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philbuckley01/
Guest Website: https://www.changewithconfidence.com/
Host: Babatope Ipinyomi
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Great leaders are great communicators. Great communicators use stories to communicate and inspire people. Can we all become great communicators? Can we all learn how to use stories to inspire change?
To discuss this with me is Jamie Dixon. Jamie is a coach, trainer and author. Jamie is the author of 3 books. He has worked with ambitious leaders from over 160 multinational companies.
In his latest book, The Story Habit, Jamie shares a methodology for influencing at work through the power of Storytelling.
Today Jamie and I will have a conversation on how to Inspire change through storytelling.
Guest: Jamie Dixon
Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrjamiedixon/
Guest Website: https://www.shapingpaths.com/
Host: Babatope Ipinyomi
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
During challenging times, leaders need to step up and lead people. To discuss this with me is Jennifer Bryan.
Jennifer is a published author, global speaker and Director of Change and Leadership. She has worked with nearly 40 different organisations across multiple industries. Jennifer is author of Leading People in Change.
Today, Jennifer and I will have a conversation about Leading People in Change.
Guest: Jennifer Bryan.
Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-l-bryan-6b4b0b5/
Guest Website: https://www.abchangeconsultancy.com/
Host: Babatope Ipinyomi
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Today’s guest is Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta. Yvonne is a Change Management Strategist, Advisor, and Change Leadership Advocate, with over 20 years of experience helping executives, professionals, and organizations to navigate through change in today’s fast-paced and disruptive environment.
She is passionate about helping professionals and organizations lead and respond to change better & faster. In this episode, Yvonne and I have a conversation about Change Leadership.
Guest: Yvonne Ruke Akpoveta
Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvonneakpoveta/
Host: Babatope Ipinyomi
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Today’s guest is David Barrett. David Barrett is a professional speaker, regular blogger, podcast host, author and education advisor. He is the author, co-author or ‘compiler’ of 7 books.
Early in 2022 through his blog, David asked the question, can you speak CxO Language. So, can you speak the CxO language? Are you able to communicate succinctly with the C-Suite? In this episode, David and I have a conversation about speaking the CxO language.
Guest: David Barrett
Guest Website: https://projectbites.com/
Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidbarrettca/
Host: Babatope Ipinyomi
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
My guest is Ivan Rincon. Ivan is Executive Director Project Management at the Ministry of Citizens' Services in British Columbia, Canada. Ivan is an accomplished speaker and instructor. He recently published the LinkedIn article titled “Project Managers... our brand is broken”.
So, is the Project Management brand broken? Does Project Management have a branding problem? In this episode, Ivan and I have a conversation about the brand of project managers.
Guest: Ivan Rincon
Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanrincon/
Host: Babatope Ipinyomi
Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
It was July 6, 1988. On the Piper Alpha oil rig in the North Sea... disaster was about to strike. Nobody knew it at the time. But years, even decades later. What happened on this day, July 6, 1988, will go down in history. This day, July 6, 1988, gave us the term - “A burning platform”.
The events on the Piper Alpha oil rig on this fateful day taught the world the importance of establishing a sense of urgency.
Podcast Website: https://www.thechangelead.com/topics/5217680/list
Podcast Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Host LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
An M&A event is typically accompanied with organisational redesign, digital transformation, business carve outs and operating model changes. This amount of change can overwhelm many business leaders.
Today’s guest helps leaders take their teams and organisations through change with confidence, calmness and candour. Jen Campbell is a certified coach and facilitator. Jen is a sought-after thinking partner and problem solver with decades of experience in change, and a background facilitating M&A integration.
Today, Jen and I will have a conversation on Transformations, Mergers and Acquisitions.
Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-campbell-74a5b11/
Podcast Website: https://www.thechangelead.com/topics/5217680/list
Podcast Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Host LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
Organisations create thousands and sometimes millions of data points each day. Successful organisations are able to turn these data points into actionable insights. My guest today helps organisations on their journey to become data informed.
Marcus Glowasz works with organisations to transition to a future proof and data informed project management practice. Marcus is passionate about innovation and advancement of the project management practice.
Today, Marcus and I will have a conversation about Leading Data Informed Change.
Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcusglowasz/
Podcast Website: https://www.thechangelead.com/topics/5217680/list
Podcast Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Host LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
Leading Valuable Change, with Brendon Baker.
In our rapidly changing world, organisations are compelled to adapt, adjust and transform. However, many of the well-intended change initiatives our organisations choose to embark on end up struggling to create value.
Today's guest is looking to change this. Brendon Baker is on a mission to help leaders drive real value. Brendon is a bestselling author and the Managing Director of Valuable Change Co. Today, Brendon and I will have a conversation about Leading Valuable Change.
- Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendon-baker-valuablechange
- Podcast Website: https://www.thechangelead.com/topics/5217680/list
- Podcast Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
- Host LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
In our modern world, with all our technological advancements, certain facts seem out of place. One of these, is the fact that on average being a woman is a data verified disadvantage.
Today's guest is looking to shine a light on this fact and inspire change. Michael Buraimoh is the author of Steel Woman - Heroics of the African Woman & the pursuit of gender justice. Today, Michael and I will have a conversation about how society perpetuates the unequal treatment of women, and what it will take to bring about change.
Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelburaimoh/
Guest Twitter: https://twitter.com/MABSnr
Podcast Website: https://www.thechangelead.com/topics/5217680/list
Podcast Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Host LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi
In our changing world of work, a supportive network, a network of professionals who can guide our careers can make a world of difference. However, not everyone has access to a supportive network of professionals.
Today's guest is looking to address this challenge. Audrey Bampoe is the founder of MDS mentoring. A mentoring program building supportive relationships with black female students who do not readily have access to black professional women in their own network. Today, Audrey and I will have a conversation about mentoring mothers, daughters and sisters.
MDS Mentoring Email: mdsmentoringprogram@gmail.com
Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/audrey-bampoe-656a7a2b/
Podcast Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Podcast Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Host LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi/
My guest today is an executive coach, author and facilitator. She works with leaders who want to excel at developing their people and at creating strong, inclusive cultures in which they and those they lead can do their best work. My guest today is Corena Chase.
Corena, along with a team from JM Reid Group recently wrote the book – The Five Lost Superpowers: Why We Lose Them and How to Get Them Back. Today, Corena and I will have a conversation about The Five Lost Superpowers.
Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corena-chase-73371116/
Podcast Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Podcast Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Host LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi/
My guest today is a start-up coach. He has provided coaching, mentoring and advisory services to over 500 founders and entrepreneurs globally. My guest today is Idowu Akinde.
Idowu is on a mission to nurture the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Today, Idowu and I will have a conversation on Coaching Innovative Start-ups.
Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/idowuakinde/
Guest Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/IdowuAkinde/videos
Podcast Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Podcast Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Host LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi/
Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to another episode of “The Change Lead” podcast.
My guest today lives and breathes customer experience. He focuses on delivering business and customer value through customer first, values led transformations. My guest today is Richard Jeffreys. Richard engages the C-Suite. He looks across journeys and ecosystems to design and manage successful strategies, digital solutions, organisational models and customer cultures.
Today, Richard and I will have a conversation on Customer experience in a rapidly changing world.
- Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardjeffreys1/
- Podcast Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
- Podcast Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
- Host LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi/
My guest today is an accomplished communications and talent development professional. She has a successful track record of leading global projects in complex business environments. My guest today is Patricia Minnis.
Patricia is an authentic leader with a proven ability to partner with stakeholders to deliver high quality learning and communication solutions.
Today, Patricia and I will have a conversation on how rethinking communication and talent development can drive business success.
Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patriciaminnis/
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
My guest today is a Chief Product Owner. His career as a product owner started before the term “Product Owner” was an industry accepted role.
My guest today is Jonathan Underwood. Jonathan has a global career spanning programming, project management, product ownership, customer management and executive leadership. Jonathan has a passion for user focus and product quality. He has had the opportunity to successfully deliver solutions into clients like Google, Cisco and Apple. Today Jonathan and I will have a conversation about the critical role of Product Owners in leading change.
Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/junder/
Referenced article on prioritisation: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/simple-prioritisation-digital-product-development-underwood/
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
My guest today is a serial technology entrepreneur. He focuses on unlocking business growth through technology. My guest today is Godson Nkeokelonye.
Godson has had the opportunity to deliver technology solutions to different industries ranging from travel, retail, automotive, industrial and machinery spare parts.
Today, Godson and I will have a conversation on delivering successful technology transformations for business in the challenging Fast Moving Consumer Goods sector.
Guest Profile: https://twitter.com/godsonmadu
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Hello and welcome, this is Babatope Ipinyomi from the Change Lead, and welcome to episode 18 of “The Change Lead Podcast”.
Trust within a team is like air. When there is trust in a team, no one thinks about building a trusting team. When a team lacks trust, it becomes critical to the effective functioning of the team. Just as anyone without air will start gasping for breath, any team without trust will start gasping for effectiveness.
A trusting team ensures colleagues can bring their best self to work. Building trusting teams enables people focus energy on what needs to get done. Building trusting teams fosters the collaboration needed to deal with complex challenges.
In this episode we go through the four steps I have found to build trusting teams.
- Step 1 – Seek first to understand.
- Step 2 – Be patient.
- Step 3 – Create Value.
- Step 4 – Celebrate your counterparts.
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 17 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
My guest today lives and breathes change. His entire career has been in change. He is a change practitioner and change educator.
My guest today is Vishal Shrimankar. Vishal leverages the power of storytelling as he speaks to audiences about change, learning, innovation, change management and business transformation. Today Vishal and I will have a conversation on unleashing innovation through a network for change.
Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrimankar/
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
My guest in episode 16 is a business mentor and advisor. He is passionate about helping business leaders increase profitability and succeed as entrepreneurs. He approaches clients with an open mind and works alongside them to find key drivers and issues.
My guest today is David Eaton. He works with clients at both strategic and operational levels and as a business mentor. David uses experience with dozens of organisations to bring hands-on delivery of agreed outcomes. He combines new ways of thinking with best practice. He has been a non-executive board member of the Anglia Housing Group and for many years was a finance Director of a SME business. In 2006 David was appointed MBE for services to the territorial army. Today, David and I will have a conversation on how to encourage innovation in a business.
Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-eaton-197a5825/
Guest Site: https://smestrategies.co.uk/
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
In episode 15, we get to have a conversation with an agile enthusiast. My guest is a professional Consultant with over 20 years' experience. He provides Business, Technology, Project, IT Management services and Architecture consulting services to organisations. He has had the opportunity to work with Start-up companies as well as large Blue Chip organisations.
My guest today is Dean Attidore. I have seen first-hand that Dean has a very positive mindset. He is also very good at creating the necessary partnerships to get difficult things done. Today, Dean and I will have a conversation on how you can get agile to work for you and your team.
Guest Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deanattidore/
Article on retrospectives: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-agile-retrospectives-turned-my-team-rockstars-dean-attidore
Website: https://www.thechangelead.com
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCollX9gYlLwiN6e5kcjHd6Q
Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 14 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
Acquisitions are crucible moments for leaders. They test the leader's ability to identify, gain and protect the value of organisations. For some leaders, acquisitions are exciting adventures beyond the rigour of keeping businesses on track. For other leaders, acquisitions are grand annoyances, a distraction from what is important. Whatever your perspective, acquisitions need to be taken seriously. They can be great opportunities that take your business to the next level. Acquisitions can also be expensive misadventures that dramatically destroy value.
In the words of Robert F. Smith “With the exception of warfare, [Mergers and Acquisitions] is how assets are transferred on this planet”. If you really think about that statement, it means any leader in pursuit of significance will need to understand how acquisitions work.
This episode is the final episode in a four-part series on leading through an acquisition. If you have not yet listened to the other three videos, it will be a good idea to check out episodes 11, 12 and 13 as well. In this episode we will focus on what happens at the close of a transaction.
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Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 13 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
In 2008, EDS – Electronic Data Systems sold their infrastructure, applications, and business process business to Hewlett Packard for fifteen and a half Billion dollars. In 2019, Tableau – sold their data visualisation software business to Salesforce for over fifteen and a half Billion dollars. However, business exits do not always go to plan.
Are you a leader in a business looking for an exit? Are you looking for a profitable sale of your business? Are you looking to exit your business on your terms? What if you could stack the odds of a successful exit in your favour?
This episode is the third in a four-part series on leading through an acquisition. If you have not yet listed to the first two parts, it will be a good idea to check out episodes 11 and 12 as well. In this episode we will look at the seller’s perspective of what goes on during an acquisition from the exploration phase up till transaction close.
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Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 12 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
In 1999 Vodafone acquired Mannesmann at a deal value of $203 Billion. The deal made Vodafone the world’s largest mobile operator – at the time. In 2014 Facebook acquired WhatsApp for $22 Billion. Time has proven this to be a good acquisition by Facebook.
Acquisitions don’t always go to plan. In the year 2000, we had the mega merger of AOL and Time Warner for a deal value of $350 Billion. This deal is now the textbook example of how NOT to acquire and merge businesses.
Are you a leader in a business looking to grow through acquisition? An acquisition can bring significant benefits to your business. However, an acquisition will introduce risks to your business. What if you could stack the odds in your favour?
This episode is the second in a four-part series on leading through an acquisition. If you have not yet listened to the first part, I recommend you listen to episode 11 as well. In this episode we will look at the buyer's perspective of what goes on during an acquisition from the exploration phase up till transaction close.
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Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 11 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
Acquisitions are crucible moments for any organisation. Regardless of size, industry or location, an acquisition is the largest challenge most leaders will face. An acquisition is a time of great opportunity and great risk for our organisations. According to collated research and a recent Harvard Business Review report, the failure rate for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) sits between 70 percent and 90 percent.... ouch.
What if we could stack the odds in our favour? What if we decode the drivers, dynamics and dispositions of acquisitions? What if we could change the statistic and increase the success rate of acquisitions?
This episode is the first in a four-part series on leading through an acquisition. In this episode we will go through the anatomy of an acquisition. The objective of this episode is to demystify the acquisition process. This will provide a foundation for leaders to set their organisations up for success during an acquisition.
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Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 10 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
When things are going well, you and your team can appear invincible. No obstacle... no challenge can stop you from achieving your goals. Also, when things are not going well, progress appears to be impossible. The smallest of challenges manage to trip up you and your team.
Momentum... build momentum and you create a virtuous cycle. Success creates the foundation for more success. Progress creates the base from which more progress can be achieved. Just like a sailor who lines up a sail to make the most of the wind, a great leader aligns themself to benefit from momentum.
In this episode, we will look at 5 steps to build momentum and successfully lead your organisation through change.
- Celebrate early wins
- Reinforce success
- Prune
- Iterate
- Lifelong learning
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Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 9 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
As the leader, you are accountable for the successful delivery of change in your organisation. Even if you are not in the detail, you still need to understand what is going on. You need intervene when necessary. Interventions come in the form or constraints... rules, policies or standards that teams are instructed to follow. Constraints, by their nature are context sensitive. What worked in the past, may not work now.
What if you could objectively evaluate constraints before they are applied to your scenario? Objectively evaluate constraints to ensure they will improve the situation and not make things worse?
In this episode, we will look at governing constraints and enabling constraints. We will look at the situations governing constraints and enabling constraints are best suited for.
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Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 8 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
We have all been there. We start an initiative with well thought out comprehensive plans. Along the way, something doesn’t go quite right. The typical outcome is two undesirable options. Either proceed without a plan or... spend a lot of time creating a new plan with the knowledge that even the new plan is subject to change.
What if we could adopt a flexible stance by leading change through iterations. Having well thought out plans along with the ability to adapt to certain change.
In this episode, we will go through 3 tips to help leaders adopt an iterative approach and be successful in leading change.
- Tip 1 – Adopt an iterative mindset
- Tip 2 – Use methodologies intelligently
- Tip 3 – Iterate within iterations
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This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 7 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
During turbulent times, we look for strong leaders who can help us navigate challenging situations. Uncertain times lead to worried and distracted team members.
The ability to successfully lead change through a crisis is a great asset for any leader.
In this episode, we will go through 5 tips to help leaders successfully lead change during turbulent times.
- Tip 1 – Make yourself visible
- Tip 2 – Plan for now and retain a vision for the future
- Tip 3 – Demonstrate calm decision making
- Tip 4 – Be flexible
- Tip 5 – Stay connected
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Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 6 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
We have limited time. If we try to do everything, we will accomplish nothing. The ability to prioritise is a powerful weapon in the arsenal of the successful change leader.
In this episode, we will go through 5 tips on how to prioritise work and be successful in leading change.
- Tip 1 – Accept current reality
- Tip 2 – Say no
- Tip 3 – Align with purpose
- Tip 4 – Use an ordered list
- Tip 5 – The Eisenhower matrix
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Check out our related video, how to avoid change fatigue
Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 5 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
A sense of urgency is a critical ingredient of any successful change objective. A sense of urgency dispels complacency and generates momentum. As a leader, you may be asking yourself, “how can I generate a sense of urgency for my change initiative?”
In this episode, we will go through 4 practical ways to create a sense of urgency and successfully lead change.
- Lead relevant change
- Shock and awe
- Ensure convergence
- Burning platform approach
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This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 4 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
They say, “timing is everything”. From simple everyday decisions, when to exercise, when to study. To significant organisational decisions. When to abandon a product that isn’t working, when to change strategy. Timing impacts the outcome of each of these decisions.
In this episode, we will go through the adaptive cycle of organisations and how timing can impact the success or failure of change initiatives.
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This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 3 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
Your team may be too tired to change? When change efforts have failed in the past, people grow cynical. They start to mutter under their breath, “Here we go again…”
In this episode, we will go through practical steps successful leaders can take to avoid change fatigue.
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This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 2 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
You may be leading your organisation through an important period of change. You may have done your homework; and you may be certain that the new way of doing things is the right way to go. However,... some people within your organisation don’t seem to get it. They are ‘resistant’ to change. Does this sound familiar?
In this episode, we will go through a method used by great leaders to successfully overcome resistance to change.
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Hello and welcome. This is Babatope Ipinyomi from The Change Lead, and welcome to episode 1 of “The Change Lead” podcast.
I am sure you would agree; what leaders do during times of change can determine the success, or failure of any change.
What if I told you, there are a few things great leaders do to successfully lead their organisations through change?
In this episode, we will go through the top 5 things I have found leaders do to successfully lead their organisations through change.
- Win over hearts and minds
- Hold people to account
- Communicate the vision clearly
- Model the change
- Make good decisions
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