This week I share a wonderful conversation with Kyle Duford. Kyle is a president and executive creative director who specialises in crafting outstanding advertising and branding for global brands looking to own winnable market share. A former magazine editor, he spent much of his career focused on e-commerce in the fashion, outdoor, and sports industries. Kyle's unique blend of advertising, branding, and digital expertise allows him to create and lead some of the foremost brands through his work at The Brand Leader. As a thought leader focusing on business leadership, Kyle grew the agency from five people to more than 30 in just three years, winning five Best Places to Work awards in the process. He prides himself on growing people first and building high-performing teams based on trust and vulnerability. His first book, Twice Found: Getting a Second Chance at Life, Love, and Understanding God, is a memoir of his life-long struggle to find God while simultaneously searching for the love of his life after not seeing her for more than 20 years.What you’ll hear about:Building space for vulnerability within team cultureCreating an environment where people feel lovedGrowing people of character first in businessIt’s the small things that can make a big differenceThe power of appreciationUsing a period of life to say Yes to whatever comes your wayThe ability of faith to nourish you and reminds you of how you’re seenWeekly Challenge : What can you say Yes to this weekPower of Music : Good Life - One Republic and Living my Best Life - Ben RectorLinks:Kyle’s LinkedINThe Brand LeaderVisit the Impactful Authenticity Website to find out more about the episode and follow us on Instagram or Lucy's LinkedIN

This week I share an insightful conversation I had with Jenn Fenwick. Leaders say that working with Jenn is like rocket fuel; she is a coach - sounding board & protector of headspace to leaders all across the globe. Her absolute sweet spot is working with leaders to nail their first 90 days in new roles and set themselves up for success.  Jenn has spent 19 years working in STEM, supporting 1000s of people as they take bold steps in their careers.  From working with first time managers to  first time CEO's, supporting tech startups in hyper growth phase to Fortune 500s, she's pretty much seen it all. The most rewarding and challenging role she has ever had is that of mum to 3 yr old twins who keep her on her toes constantly.What you’ll hear about:The need to create time and space to thinkThe impact of burnoutDon’t let your thoughts drive behaviourWe do leaders need to be in this next evolution of their careerUnderestimating the stress and challenge of the first 90/180 days in a new roleFinding flow when you have the culture to be embarrassed as yourselfYour USP is YOU!! Weekly Challenge : Make time on your calendar to look at what the next chapter looks like for you in life Power of Music : Anna begins - Counting CrowsLinks:Jenn’s LinkedINJenn Fenwick’s websiteVisit the Impactful Authenticity Website to find out more about the episode and follow us on Instagram or Lucy's LinkedIN

Today you’ll hear about 4 different books. From our last four guests on the podcast : Jen Gilhoi, Rachael Griffin, Karen Jean-Francois, Kim Hacquoil You’ll have to listen to match the book to the person :) What you’ll hear about:The Chimp Paradox by Steve PetersThe Psychopath Test by Jon RonsonUnapologetically Ambitious by Shellye ArchambeauThe Wedge: Evolution, Consciousness, Stress and the Key to Human Resilience by  Scott CarneyVisit the Impactful Authenticity Website to find out more about the episode and follow us on Instagram or Lucy's LinkedIN

This week I spoke to Jen Gilhoi. Jen Is an advocate for and creator of healthy social experiences that decentralise alcohol. Her journey spans two decades of alcohol misuse, eight years of an alcohol-free lifestyle, corporate roles, and entrepreneurial ventures. She shatters stigmas around choosing not to drink by inviting others to engage in self and societal inquiry to heal and be well.In her life and work, Jen is fascinated with the art of gathering and intentional conversations. She’s an event experience strategist and founder of Sparktrack; a writer and conversationalist cracking open society’s role in addiction at jengilhoi.com; and cofounder of Zero Proof Collective, where business leaders and those interested in the non-alcoholic beverages industry thoughtfully connect, collaborate, and share resources to advance zero-proof options, experiences, and social spaces.Jen is also a board member of Dissonance, an organisation that promotes mental health and recovery in and through the arts. What you’ll hear about:Addiction and authenticitySetting the right tone to support individuals not drinking alcoholA part of the sobriety journey is missingThe need to communicate how highly addictive alcohol isGlamorisation of alcohol needs to change to change its perception in people's minds The need to normalise alcohol free lifestyles  Be open to exploring your alcohol useForgiveness and grace within the processSupporting individuals to have positive experiences that can be built uponThe tie to alcohol as part of workplace cultureWhere companies have made progress in creating the right cultural toneWeekly Challenge : Find your special non-alcoholic beverage and understand the ritual alcohol has in your life Power of Music : Willow by Taylor SwiftLinks:Article with Marin Nelson around Soberforce - Salesforces workplace communityJen’s LinkedINJen Gilhoi websiteTED x Talk: Sober Not Somber: An Enlightening Way to Evolve Drinking Culturedelivered Oct 29, 2022, and due out soon. In the meantime behind the scenes on the process is here:https://www.jengilhoi.com/sobernotsomber/the-tedx-talk-process-for-speakersVisit the Impactful Authenticity Website to find out more about the episode and follow us on Instagram or Lucy's LinkedIN

Today I do another solo show and I'm excited to share insights I've gather both through lived experience as well as through a lot of reading!What you'll learn:Understand yourself and your leadership styleUnderstand the context that a leadership role is in, to predict if this will be a context that works for you and your styleWhat people you lead need from youWhat peers and stakeholders need from youThe context of the companyDon’t be distracted by flashy titles. Be confident to say No to things that aren’t right for youLinksOwn your own leadership workshopBook recommendation:Why Should Anyone Be Led by You? What It Takes To Be An Authentic Leader by Robert Goffee, Gareth JonesVisit the Impactful Authenticity Website to find out more about the episode and follow us on Instagram or Lucy's LinkedIN

This week I spoke to Karen Jean-Francois. Karen is an analytics manager passionate about how data science and analytics can support businesses. While she finds digging into data is fun, experience taught her that it’s only a small part of the job, and she believes that focusing on personal development and having access to role models is key to having a successful career – no matter what your definition of success is.This is why she created the TheTrivingAnalyst.com and the Women in Data Podcast in partnership with Women in Data UK and In 2020 she was recognized as one of the top Twenty in Data and Technology.What you’ll hear about:Being able to stop being who others are expecting you to beGoing on a quest to understand who you are Understanding your differences are your strengthsCreating a role that works for youBreaking free of impostor syndromeThe need for a support networkLiving with no regret and standing behind your decisionsWeekly Challenge : Pause every day and think what was authentic about me todayPower of Music : Feel the love - Freetown collectiveLinks:Karen’s LinkedINThrivinganalyst.comWomen in Data PodcastSecret thoughts of successful women bookVisit the Impactful Authenticity Website to find out more about the episode and follow us on Instagram or Lucy's LinkedIN

This week I spoke to Rachael Griffin. Racheal is a breast cancer survivor of 11 years, and now a passionate advocate. She works in R and D in the pharmaceutical industry and is trying to invoke change, and give patients a voice from inside the industry. She also is working as a volunteer with NICE helping review and re-write their breast cancer guidelines. A proud mum to an amazing 6 year old called Elliot and lives with her partner Marc and 13 year old cat Bobby.What you’ll hear about:Building resilience after griefBeing willing to change your plansDeveloping mental gymnasticsFinding those things that spark joyThe amazing wonder of your bodyKnow me not my cancerUnderstanding everyone’s journey and needs are differentWeekly Challenge : Live your words. Don't just speak them. Power of Music : My Silver Lining by First Aid KitLinks:Racheal’s LinkedINYoung Breast Cancer Network on FacebookBlackwomenrisinguk on InstagramVisit the Impactful Authenticity Website to find out more about the episode and follow us on Instagram or Lucy's LinkedIN

This week I spoke to Kim Hacquoil. Kim has worked in the pharmaceutical industry as a statistician for over 15 years. She is Chief Data Scientific Officer at Exploristics, a global provider of biostatistics consultancy services and specialised statistical software supporting the development of new medicines, medical diagnostics and devices. Her work there helps deliver dynamic and innovative analytics solutions to the biomedical sector and she is passionate about harnessing data more effectively to drive better decision-making. Kim is also an active member of PSI. As Careers Director she leads initiatives promoting medical statistics to school and university students as well as supporting members working in the industry with continued professional developmentWhat you’ll hear about:Overcoming the feeling of guilt when you’re balancing many commitmentsPrioritise and sequencing What’s a future me problemLiving in a VUCA worldLearning to say NoPushing yourself out of your comfort zoneUsing time-boxing to give yourself more controlStop worrying about what others think of youWeekly Challenge : Consciously think about what you have on your plate. What could you take away? Being mindful about what you add.  Power of Music : You spin me around (Like a record) - Dead or AliveLinks:Kim’s LinkedINExploristics WebsitePSI WebsiteVisit the Impactful Authenticity Website to find out more about the episode and follow us on Instagram or Lucy's LinkedIN

Today you’ll hear about 4 different books. Three from our last four guests on the podcast  : Mark Agnew, J-Ney Antique,  Renee Dineen and Dan Cornell. You’ll have to listen to match the book to the person :) What you’ll hear about:The Arrogance of Power : The Secret World of Richard Nixon by Anthony Summers Rebel Ideas by Matthew SyedThe Untethered Soul by Michael SingerThe God of small things by Arundhati RoyVisit the Impactful Authenticity Website to find out more about the episode and follow us on Instagram or Lucy's LinkedIN

This week I spoke to Dan Cornell. Dan is a Managing Consultant at PA Consulting helping his clients embrace organisational agility in the Defence & Security sector. He has a keen interest in how teams come together to respond to change and volatility and how diversity and inclusion improves that ability. He also leads PA's Global Pride network building equity for LGBTQ+ people in PA and beyond. Dan's work in Equity and Inclusion also extends in his own community supporting the Nottinghamshire LGBT Network, a charity supporting LGBT+ people in Notts and the surrounding area. His background is in Software engineering and data science and he lives in Nottingham with his partner and their dog.What you’ll hear about:You can’t have agility and innovation with diversity of thoughtInclusion is critical to authenticityCulture is core to inclusion The requirement for allyship at a leadership levelMove the burden off the under represented groupAllyship requires activismPrivilege is the opportunity to learn about bias rather than living itWeekly Challenge : Consider the masks you're wearing at work Power of Music : Nobody - Half-aliveLinks:Dan’s LinkedINNotts LGBT+ NetworkVisit the Impactful Authenticity Website to find out more about the episode and follow us on Instagram or Lucy's LinkedIN