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Mike Haigh, Executive Chair at Mott MacDonald, shares why it's essential to take extra steps beyond the likes of employee feedback surveys to listen to and empower employees throughout the organization...

Host - Will Read

Guest - Mike Haigh

Edited & Produced by - Henry Rowley

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Will Read speaks with Philip Hoare, President at Atkins around how listening one-on-one is just as important as company-wide listening in a positon of leadership.

Host - Will Read

Guest - Philip Hoare

Edited & Produced by - Henry Rowley

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How do you go from walking the beat as a police officer to the CEO at one of the UK's leading charities?

Edel Harris, CEO at Mencap, shares her journey and how authentic listening has shaped her approach to leadership at every step.

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How do you harness the collective brainpower of a dispersed workforce?

Leo Quinn is the Group Chief Executive of the international infrastructure group, Balfour Beatty plc. In 2013, he also founded The 5% Club - a dynamic movement of employers committed to “earn & learn” as part of building a socially mobile, prosperous, and cohesive nation. Membership now exceeds 500 plus organizations representing a workforce in excess of 1 million employees, with 61,000 in formal workplace learning.

In this episode, Leo shares his approach to leadership with insights around how to nurture an environment where each and every employee is empowered to make a difference.

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Host - Will Read

Guest -Leo Quinn

Edited & Produced by - Henry Rowley

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If you'd like to drop us a message or suggest any guests for the show, drop us a message at 'hello@listening-leaders.com'.

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Will Read speaks with Steve Rowe, CEO at M&S around Steve's experience as a leader, his employee suggestion scheme 'Suggest to Steve', as well as tips and advice for any prospective leaders out there.

Host - Will Read

Guest - Steve Rowe

Edited & Produced by - Henry Rowley

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If you'd like to drop us a message or suggest any guests for the show, drop us a message at 'hello@listening-leaders.com'.