Career Conversations

The Leadership Guys take on Tuckman’s model of team development: forming, storming, norming and performing. It isn’t about whether a team gets the job done; teams can deliver at any stage. What changes is how they get there and how they feel about each other. Drawing on examples from sport, the SAS and the world of work, Martin and Ben look at the communication, feedback and feel of each stage. Then they get practical about what a leader can do at every step. If you want a team that performs, this episode is where to start.Got a topic idea? Text us your thoughtsThanks for listening! Be sure to follow to catch pods as they drop.What would you like us to discuss? Let us know by texting the show or via Instagram.#BecausePeopleMatter #DevelopmentDoneDifferently

The Leadership Guys turn their attention to psychological safety, what it actually is, and why it matters. They dig into the real impact of having it, and the cost of not having it, before getting practical about how a leader can actually help generate it within their team. Along the way, they bust the biggest misconception of all, that simply declaring safety makes it real. It takes action, not just words. If you want your team to feel safe enough to speak up, this episode is where to start.Got a topic idea? Text us your thoughtsThanks for listening! Be sure to follow to catch pods as they drop.What would you like us to discuss? Let us know by texting the show or via Instagram.#BecausePeopleMatter #DevelopmentDoneDifferently

Ben and Martin tackle a listener suggested topic this episode, how do you make sure communication actually lands, and sticks. Drawing on the leadership characteristics they’ve previously discussed, they explore what it takes to prepare properly before you communicate, and why congruence between your words and your actions is non-negotiable. They weigh up the vehicles worth using and the ones to steer well clear of, sharing top tips alongside real examples from their own careers, the wins and the ones that landed with a thud. If you’ve ever wondered why some messages stick and others vanish into thin air, this episode gets to the heart of it.Got a topic idea? Text us your thoughtsThanks for listening! Be sure to follow to catch pods as they drop.What would you like us to discuss? Let us know by texting the show or via Instagram.#BecausePeopleMatter #DevelopmentDoneDifferently

Ben and Martin explore the fundamental difference between leadership and management — and which hat you should be wearing in any given moment. They unpack what each feels like from both sides, why it matters, and when to switch between them. Through Martin’s three core characteristics of great leadership, courage, flexibility, and humility, they examine real-world scenarios like giving feedback and delegating tasks, revealing how the same situation demands completely different approaches depending on whether you’re wearing your leadership hat or your management hat. If you’ve ever felt unsure which one to reach for, this episode gives you the clarity to know which hat fits the moment.Got a topic idea? Text us your thoughtsThanks for listening! Be sure to follow to catch pods as they drop.What would you like us to discuss? Let us know by texting the show or via Instagram.#BecausePeopleMatter #DevelopmentDoneDifferently

Ben and Martin dive into what could inform a goal—and what makes it stick. They share practical tips to keep goals alive all year, reflect on home vs work goal differences, and reveal common pitfalls from their own leadership journeys. If you’ve ever wondered how to inspire your team or yourself when it comes to setting and managing goals, this is a good place to start.Got a topic idea? Text us your thoughtsThanks for listening! Be sure to follow to catch pods as they drop.What would you like us to discuss? Let us know by texting the show or via Instagram.#BecausePeopleMatter #DevelopmentDoneDifferently

Martin and Ben take on “the F word” — feedback. Why does a tool designed to help us grow carry such a bad reputation?! They explore how feedback is actually a highly directive skill, how third-party conversations quietly erode culture, and some practical tips for both giving and requesting it. If feedback has ever felt uncomfortable or confrontational, this is a timely reframe — and a reminder that done well, it strengthens trust and sharpens team dynamics.Got a topic idea? Text us your thoughtsThanks for listening! Be sure to follow to catch pods as they drop.What would you like us to discuss? Let us know by texting the show or via Instagram.#BecausePeopleMatter #DevelopmentDoneDifferently

Ben and Martin delve into career conversations; how they differ from performance reviews, a thoughtful structure to guide the discussion, and a real world example from the Leadership Guys themselves. Drawing from Alice in Wonderland, they promote uninhibited thinking. As leaders consider how to inspire their teams’ development, this timely episode offers practical insight to spark those conversations.Got a topic idea? Text us your thoughtsThanks for listening! Be sure to follow to catch pods as they drop.What would you like us to discuss? Let us know by texting the show or via Instagram.#BecausePeopleMatter #DevelopmentDoneDifferently

Ben and Martin take on the question, 'Is there such a thing as a natural born leader?', unpack what Lead Every Day really means, explore the characteristics they believe define great leaders, and introduce the Golden Rules of Leadership that shape their thinking.Big on real-world insight, this episode challenges the idea that leadership is reserved for the chosen few. If you’ve ever wondered whether leadership is something you grow into — not inherit — this is where it starts.Got a topic idea? Text us your thoughtsThanks for listening! Be sure to follow to catch pods as they drop.What would you like us to discuss? Let us know by texting the show or via Instagram.#BecausePeopleMatter #DevelopmentDoneDifferently

In this inaugural episode of Lead Every Day, we’re turning the mic on ourselves. Ben and Martin kick things off by answering the very same no-nonsense leadership questions they’ll be asking all their future guests. From their biggest leadership lessons to the advice they’d give their younger selves (plus a cheeky peek at their guilty pleasures), this is your backstage pass to who they really are. If you’re ready for down-to-earth insights and a bit of fun, start here and get to know the minds behind the mics.Got a topic idea? Text us your thoughtsThanks for listening! Be sure to follow to catch pods as they drop.What would you like us to discuss? Let us know by texting the show or via Instagram.#BecausePeopleMatter #DevelopmentDoneDifferently