Game of Leadership

Paula Wilcox

‘Game of Leadership’ is the podcast for curious leaders. This is the place where you can get curious about theories, hints, tips and facts about leadership, and learn from those who have been there, right where you want to be.


As an Executive and Leadership Coach, I talk to experienced leaders from all walks of life, who operate in the coaching, learning and development and leadership space, to bring you the leadership parables that will naturally resonate with you.


Come and join me in a relaxed environment, where we can broaden our leadership know how together.


Connect with Paula Eddy-Wilcox

Website https://www.onpointlead.com

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#079 It’s All In The Risk!
Jan 23 2024
#079 It’s All In The Risk!
It’s our third and final episode with Nicole Russo, Founder of Let’s Get You and personal stylist to many famous and c-suite professionals.This is often where our guests share their most vulnerable moments, as they share what major events have got them to the leader they show up as today.We talk about digging in to save face, focusing on what’s next, and those that supported the decisions she made, to help her move forwards.Put away the distractions and have a listen to the great leadership conversation that Nicole and I have. I have so enjoyed the conversation and looking forward to the next time we get together.The final question I’ve asked you to consider today is, what one thing are you going to do to now, to grow your leadership comfort zone? If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work that out, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you.Questions to consider whilst listening:What risks have you taken to prove to others ‘you can do it’ that have paid off for you in your leadership?When was the last time you took a risk with something that scared you in leadership? How did it work out for you?How do you ensure you don’t get pulled down into the weeds, in the moment, and focus on what’s next?Who are the people that have helped you when you’ve needed it most in your leadership journey?What serendipitous moments have you noticed that have helped you progress in your leadership journey?How comfortable are you with being uncomfortable?What one thing could you do to start pushing your comfort zone to positively grow your leadership?What have you achieved now, that on reflection, was really uncomfortable as you started the journey to achieve it?Guest Resources:Website www.letsgetyou.com/Instagram @_letsgetyouHost Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#078 Shining Your Light, So Others Shine Brighter!
Jan 16 2024
#078 Shining Your Light, So Others Shine Brighter!
I am so excited to welcome back Nicole Russo for her second episode on Game of Leadership. She’s the Founder of Let’s Get You and personal stylist to many famous and c-suite professionals.One of my favourite episodes as always, this week we are getting into Nicole’s take on Game and Leadership. We dig into ‘gaming’ the system, when setting up your own business, and stepping into that place of leading yourself and others, to grow together.So show up for you, and take the next 22 minutes to focus your listening and take the things that resonate most for you, to enhance your leadership moving forwards.The final question I’ve asked you to consider today is, what are you doing to ensure you are showing up as the most confident version of you? If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work that out, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you.Questions to consider whilst listening:How have you overcome your most recent experience with imposter syndrome?What attributes was it that got you through it?What opportunities are you actively searching for to support your development?How are you building your leadership, or your business in a way that serves you?How are you using your outfits to boost your confidence on days you need it most?How are you shining your light to help others shine brighter?What do you notice in how you show up day to day as a leader, and how that enables others to show up?What one thing could you do differently tomorrow, to enable others to shine brighter?Guest Resources:Website www.letsgetyou.com/Instagram @_letsgetyouHost Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#077 Let’s get started!
Jan 9 2024
#077 Let’s get started!
I am delighted to welcome Nicole Russo to Game of Leadership, Let’s Get You Founder and personal stylist extraordinaire.There’s so much that we talk about and get stuck into – what a great episode! Here’s just a few of the things that pop up… getting started, so moving through procrastination and risk, the real challenges that emerge, and doing things anyway, even when they scare you.It’s time to put away the distractions and settle in for an insightful listen – don’t forget to grab your notebook. Let’s get the grey cells going!The final question I’ve asked you to consider today is, when are you going to start your thinking, so you can start moving forwards? If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work that out, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you.Questions to consider whilst listening:What are you waiting to start, that you’ve been putting off?What is it that’s blocking you from starting?What is the cost to you for not starting?What are you going to achieve from starting?Who can help you with your task or project?What plans do you have in place?What else might you need?What are you waiting for?Guest Resources:Website www.letsgetyou.com/Instagram @_letsgetyouHost Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#076 The Gift of Feedback!
Oct 31 2023
#076 The Gift of Feedback!
This is our third and final episode with Dr Shirley Blenkinsop, empowering high potentials, founders, and leaders to accelerate their careers and achieve their full potential. If you haven’t listened to our first two episodes together, you are missing lots of treats for your leadership development. So go back and have a listen once you’ve finished this one. Shirley has shared so many insights over the last two episodes and today is no different. She brings her full self, sharing stories and thoughts that will provoke ideas of your own. What can you bring into your leadership from this episode? How are you managing the daily tasks, team development and individual development as the three elements of leadership? It’s been so fantastic to share the Game of Leadership space with her. Get yourself ready to take mental notes as you listen, bringing what resonates with you into your daily leadership. Enjoy the mindful listen! The final question I’m asking you to consider today is, what supportive and constructive feedback are you asking permission to share with others, to support their growth and development? If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work that out, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you. Questions to consider whilst listening:How are you making use of mentors in your leadership?How are you making use of coaching in your leadership?If the answer to 1, or 2, is that you aren’t, then why is that?What difference could a coach bring into your leadership?What’s the biggest light bulb moment you’ve had from receiving feedback from others?Why was it so impactful?What have you done differently as a result?How could you support others by affording them the same gift of feedback?Guest Resources:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shirleyblenkinsop/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#075 How to Open New Paths of Enquiry!
Oct 24 2023
#075 How to Open New Paths of Enquiry!
This is our second episode with the remarkable Dr Shirley Blenkinsop, empowering high potentials, founders, and leaders to accelerate their careers and achieve their full potential. In this episode we chat about all things Game and Leadership, including our alignment around having fun in our leadership, which enhances our personal performance. From egos to learning through play, to the positive and negative aspects of games in leadership. Shirley brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as a leader and as someone who supports others to reach their potential and it’s been so insightful to chat to her. The final questions I’m asking you to consider today is, what can you do with your team to enable inquisitive dialogue? What might be possible as a result? If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work that out, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you. Questions to consider whilst listening:How are you enabling your team to open new paths of enquiry?How could you use games and play to help support that?How could you really get curious and involve the whole team in that process?How are you nurturing your inner child?How have you discovered andHow are you recognising and respecting difference in your team?How are you valuing and leveraging this diversity in your team?How are you embracing other people’s lens on the world, to improve your leadership? Guest Resources:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shirleyblenkinsop/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#074 Learning Opportunities!
Oct 17 2023
#074 Learning Opportunities!
It’s our first chat with Dr Shirley Blenkinsop, empowering high potentials, founders, and leaders to accelerate their careers and achieve their full potential.We have lots of insightful chat for you to have a listen and take away what might work for you. We talk about going from 9 interviews to get a job, to working in her own business.Shirley has been on a such a journey, full of inspiration and tips. Put away the distractions and settle in for an insightful listen with your favourite drink and grab your notebook. There are so many helpful thoughts shared that will get your brain working!The final question I’ve asked you to consider today is, what do you know already and how well are you using that to support your leadership now? If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work that out, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you.Questions to consider whilst listening:How are you using your strengths to support what you do as a leader?How are you ensuring that you stay relevant and continually improve?How good are you at recognising a learning opportunity?How well are you able to bring those learnings into your leadership?How has your upbringing/background shaped you?What challenges have you found and been able to overcome?How much do you know about leadership and your own leadership specifically?How much credit did you give yourself for everything you know already?Guest Resources:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/shirleyblenkinsop/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#073  Time for Feedback!
Oct 10 2023
#073 Time for Feedback!
It’s our final episode with Karim Doukir, Fresh Prince of Retail and what a guy! Today, we are digging into Karim’s pivotal moments that bring him to chatting with me today.We had some great discussions – we go from knowing it all, to realising the feedback we receive, can have a very positive impact on us, even if we don’t realise it at the time.I’ve really enjoyed my time with Karim and know you will get so much from our discussions. Enjoy and do go back and listen to episodes #071 and #072 if you haven’t already. There’s lots in there to help you on your personal leadership journey.The final question I’ve asked you to consider today is, how can you seek and provide supportive feedback from and to others and what difference could that make to you? If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work that out, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you.Questions to consider whilst listening:How aligned are you to the values where you work?How much does being aligned to those values mean to you?How does it feel when those values are misaligned with your own?What’s the most impactful piece of feedback that you have ever received in the workplace?How long did it take to sink in, and what difference did it make to you as a leader?When was the last time you provided some impactful, constructive and non-judgemental feedback to someone in your team?How equipped do you feel to give feedback in an appropriate way to others and what damage do you think it can do, when it isn’t done well?How could you adopt a mentoring mindset to support your team?Guest Resources:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefreshprinceofretail/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#072 How Much Fun Are You Having Whilst Leading?
Oct 3 2023
#072 How Much Fun Are You Having Whilst Leading?
This is our second episode with Karim Doukir, Fresh Prince of Retail and what a guy! I cannot wait to share the chat we had all about games and leadership in Karim’s world of retail. We had some great discussions – we go from games as systems to staying engaged within an organisation for 16 years. Everything is a game in Karim’s world and it’s a great place to explore. I’ve a feeling this episode will divide some of you between those that support this approach to leadership and those that don’t. As always, share your thoughts and comments with me, as this is what Game of Leadership is all about – the community of leaders, that’s you, sharing your thoughts and using ideas, tips and techniques from the show, to help you show up as the leader you want to be. The final question I’ll ask you to consider today is, what are you going to do to connect with your team at a deeper level, that includes some fun? If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work that out, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you. Questions to consider whilst listening:How are you ensuring you are a ‘cool’ leader?How are you using gamification in your business to support you? (Gamification is adding game mechanics into nongame environments)How are elements of this, helping you to have ‘fun’ in the workplace?How could you use gamification to increase employee engagement?What one idea for a game, ice breaker our something of your choosing, could you think of now, to open next week’s team meeting?What outcomes are you looking for that idea to achieve?How are you going to introduce it and review it with the team?How could you get the team involved next time? Guest Resources:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefreshprinceofretail/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#071 What Resonates With You?
Sep 26 2023
#071 What Resonates With You?
Today we meet Karim Doukir, Fresh Prince of Retail and what a guy! If you are looking for ways to get the best our of your retail team, Karim’s the one to support you.What an episode – we go from Karim’s heritage to where he is today, having forged his place in retail. He shares how he fell into his first steps into his career, which is often the case for many of us, and how he’s embraced servant leadership in the way he leads today.What a journey, full of inspiration and tips. Settle down and listen with a cup of your favourite drink, and keep your notebook handy. There are so many helpful questions and thoughts shared in this episode!The final question I’ve asked you to consider today is, what’s stopping you going for what you want? If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work that out, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you.Questions to consider whilst listening:What choices did you make that took you to your first full time job?What situations did you find yourself in that helped you to grown?What experiences have you had presenting, that have helped you be the presenter you are today?How are you treating others as you lead, from the junior to senior employees you work with?What do you think that says about you?What elements of servant leadership would be helpful to bring into your leadership?How aware are you of what’s going on around you in the workplace?How could you observe more, to support you and others?Guest Resources:LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefreshprinceofretail/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#070 What Resonates With You?
Sep 19 2023
#070 What Resonates With You?
As your Game of Leadership host and founder, it’s time for my solo episode. I’m Paula Eddy-Wilcox, Leadership Coach, and I’m excited to share all the great moments that the past 9 episodes have to offer. It’s flown by and I’ve been privileged to have another set of 3 superb guests.In today’s episode, we look at the latest 9 episodes and find out what’s resonated for me, that I can reflect on and share with you. There are some fantastic thoughts, insights, and stories that my three guests, Jimmy Burroughes, Leigh Howes and Sarah Le Fevre have shared. I am fascinated by the difference in approach, stories and the incredibly thoughtful conversation that’s taken place.Todays’ themes include the softer side of leadership, burnout and looking out for the signs. Communication and curiosity in your leadership, as well as playfulness in leadership development, as a part of the DNA of it.It’s been incredible to chat to these three wonderful leaders who so openly share their insights, to help you grow and develop as leaders. Sharing thoughts and insights as leaders, is so powerful and helpful for our own development and sanity. If you would like some thought partnership, then give me a shout – providing that thinking space, is a real passion of mine, as I see the value it brings for my clients.Podcast Episode Summary:How are your soft skills serving you at this time and how much are they valued in your workplace?How are you creating thinking space in your daily schedule?What additional pressure are you putting yourself under, that you could re-evaluate and release?How are you taking time to observe yourself and your team, for the signs of burnout?What body armour do you put on to help you cope with leading daily?What strengths and weaknesses is your body armour hiding from others?How helpful is that for you in your leadership?What high expectations are you holding yourself too, and how is that impacting your wellbeing?What ridiculously small step can you take to make a change in the way you are leading yourself?How are your communications with others being received?What could you do to improve the way you communicate with others?How can you get curious about the things that don’t feel right in your current work situation. What are you going to do about it?What if – anything was possible? Think about that for a moment!What impact have you noticed, 1 month, 6 months, 12 months and so on, after development programmes you’ve participated in?How are you and your organisation ‘flourishing’ right now?How can you find out more about neurodiversity if that’s helpful for you personally, or to help you support those around you?Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#069 Measure The Impact?
Sep 12 2023
#069 Measure The Impact?
This is the final episode with Sarah Le Fevre, leadership games expert. What a fascinating conversation we’ve had across Sarah’s three episodes. We talk about those pivotal moments that have brought Sarah to where she is right now. Why did Sarah change how she approached leadership development with organisations? She also shares her very personal journey with ADHD. It’s worth taking time to concentrate whilst you listen to this one. As usual, there is so much value shared, and so many things that will make sense to you, to bring into your leadership. You don’t want to miss a thing! If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work through where you are now and where you want to be as a leader, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you. Questions to consider whilst listening:What leadership development do you have access to in your organisation?What is missing for you and what would you like to have available to you?How can you share what you see is needed, and articulate the benefit to you and the organisation?What time are you given to implement the outputs of development programmes you attend?What impact have you noticed, 1 month, 6 months, 12 months and so on, after the programmes you’ve participated in?How are you and your organisation ‘flourishing’ right now?How much do you know about neurodiversity in yourself or others and how are you supporting this?How can you find out more about neurodiversity if that’s helpful for you personally, or to help you support those around you?Guest Resources:Website https://ludogogy.co.uk/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahlefevre/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#068 What’s Possible With Games-Based Learning?
Sep 5 2023
#068 What’s Possible With Games-Based Learning?
In this episode, we welcome back Sarah Le Fevre, games-based learning expert. I’m so excited to share this one with you, as I suspect you will have discovered from Sarah’s first episode, her brain is extraordinary! This episode is all about Sarah’s take on Game and Leadership and as she plays games in her daily work, we are in for a treat. We talk about everything from influential teachers, to pedagogy and andragogy. Sit back, relax and get ready to take in what games-based learning might help your team to achieve – it’s amazing to hear how we can actually play games for work. Feels a bit like cheating doesn’t it 😉 Enjoy it and let me know what your thoughts are as you reflect afterwards. If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work through where you are now and where you want to be as a leader, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you. Questions to consider whilst listening:What are your favourite games from childhood?What games do you still play from your childhood?When was the last time you played a game at work?What difference could play make to the creativity and productivity of your team?How do you bring fun, energy and engagement into the work you do?How open are you and your team to learning?What if – anything was possible? Think about that for a moment!What would be possible if you changed the lens you usually look through for a day?Guest Resources:Website https://ludogogy.co.uk/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahlefevre/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#067 Are You Maximising Your Creativity?
Aug 29 2023
#067 Are You Maximising Your Creativity?
This is our first episode with Sarah Le Fevre. If ever a podcast was suited to someone, Sarah is that person. She is a games expert, helping leaders and teams to discover how games-based learning can work for them.This episode is all about Sarah’s leadership journey and how the flavour of play and games have been a huge part of her story. She shares how she started to bring more game and play into her work, as her journey progressed.Get yourself settled in as we get creative, oh and, grab your note pad too. There’s so much to take note of in this one, that could be helpful as you get creative in your leadership. Imagine getting totally immersed in a game, that allows for leadership development – the possibilities are endless.Oh, and don’t forget to listen out for Sarah’s cat – he didn’t want to miss out!If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work through where you are now and where you want to be as a leader, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you.Questions to consider whilst listening:How have you been able to bring play into your development?What could be possible if you brought play into your development?How could play support development of the softer skills in leadership?How are you using the different strengths within your team?What about the more creative ones – are you using that creativity to help you team grow and learn?How are you embracing the differences in your team, and how are you learning to work together to maximise that?What are you doing to keep your team engaged – keeping them interested?How could you create some thinking time to reflect on this?Guest Resources:Website https://ludogogy.co.uk/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahlefevre/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#066 Meaningful Reflections!
Aug 22 2023
#066 Meaningful Reflections!
It’s our final episode with author, and executive and leadership coach, Leigh Howes. Why not find a space to settle in without interruption! I think Leigh and I could talk forever. However, we’ve kept it contained to a length that gives you a bitesize focus on your leadership. In this episode, we are talking about performing at our best, those moments it’s not just us we are looking out for, and going deeper into meaningful reflection. Whilst I feel a little sad that our trio of episodes is coming to an end with Leigh, I know we will collaborate again in the not too distant future, and I’m looking forward to it already. Finish that email, finish your meal, clear up and settle into another ‘very curious’ episode of Game of Leadership. I know you’re going to get some much from it and as always, I would love to hear what’s resonated most with you, so do reach out and let me know. Questions to consider whilst listening:How are you decompressing on the days you are working from home?What could you do differently to help you to decompress, so you can be at your best in your personal time?When do you perform best professionally?What do you notice about you, that enables you to be at your best professionally.How has taking care of others, whether you are a partner, parent or carer, changed your leadership outlook?How did you adjust your priorities accordingly, and what has been the positive impact on your leadership, as a result?How often do you take time to ask your team what the real challenges are that you are facing?How could that help to really understand what the root cause of a challenge might be? Guest Resources:Website https://leighhowes.com/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighhowes1/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#065 It’s A Game Changer!
Aug 15 2023
#065 It’s A Game Changer!
Today's episode is our second episode with author, and executive and leadership coach, Leigh Howes. You are in for a treat! Today we are digging into Leigh’s thoughts on game and leadership and the idea of leadership games to manipulate others, isn’t her favourite. We share the aversion to seeing people play games to manipulate others. We are getting into all sorts including knowing our own minds in the decisions we make, who we hang out with and how we connect with others. It’s a game changer 😉 This is a great episode to listen to whilst you are doing something for you. Could be a run, some yoga, or simply sitting and listening, without interruption. Give yourself some space to soak up the insights shared in today’s episode. Enjoy! Questions to consider whilst listening:What games are you seeing in the leadership around you?What’s been game changing for you recently in your leadership?How well do you know yourself?How much have you listened to yourself when making choices and decisions in life and leadership?Who are you spending the majority of your time with?How is that working for you, i.e. are they draining your energy or boosting it?How can you find common ground with others, to help you communicate with others and build rapport?What one thing could you do that’s totally for you today? Guest Resources:Website https://leighhowes.com/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighhowes1/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#064 We Are Leading Ourselves!
Aug 8 2023
#064 We Are Leading Ourselves!
This is our first episode with author, and executive and leadership coach, Leigh Howes. You are in for a treat! This episode is all about the softer skills that aren’t always valued in leadership. It’s about getting the foundations right for ourselves and how we treat others. I can’t wait to hear what you think on this one! The final question I’ve asked you to consider today is, what are you going to do about it? If you would like a coaching thought partner to help you work that out, then do get in touch. I’d love to help you connect with your purpose, so you can be leading yourself and others, to the results that are right for you. Questions to consider whilst listening:How are your communications with others being received?What could you do to improve the way you communicate with others?How are you using the communication tools around you, to support you, so you don’t lose your communication skills?How are you using your soft skills to flex your leadership style to suit the situation you are in?How is that helping to enhance your leadership and the way you lead others?When leading your own business, how did you find the transition from employee to owner, and what did you learn?How much time do you spend on developing yourself, working on you/the business, instead of working in the business?How can you get curious about the things that don’t feel right in your current work situation. What are you going to do about it? Guest Resources:Website https://leighhowes.com/LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighhowes1/Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#063 What Body Armour Are You Wearing?
Aug 1 2023
#063 What Body Armour Are You Wearing?
This is our final episode for now, with the brilliant Jimmy Burroughes, a leadership expert on a mission to change the way we achieve results. This episode is all about moment that changed Jimmy’s life – burnout! It isn’t something that happens in a moment – it builds over time and Jimmy is sharing his story, so you get to know what to look out for, when it comes to you and those around you. Listen out for the diving analogy and how that relates to vulnerability. Very helpful in terms of how you can support your team. Over the last two episodes, Jimmy has shared so much about what’s important to him and how he likes to work. Today is no exception and the story of how he is where he is today, is something that so many of you will resonate with. Make sure you are ready to listen to this one. By that I mean – no distractions, as you’re going to want to pay attention! Questions to consider whilst listening:What body armour do you put on to help you cope with leading daily?What strengths and weaknesses is your body armour hiding from others?How helpful is that for you in your leadership?What would happen if you were to see your ‘pin stripe suit’ as clothes and not body armour?What programmes have you tried? How have they helped you lead at your best?What high expectations are you holding yourself too, and how is that impacting your wellbeing?How are you creating work for yourself and others, through your leadership behaviours?What one small thing can you do to change that for the better, so you all have space to work at your best? Guest Resources:Website https://www.jimmyburroughes.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmyburroughes/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jimmybleadership Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#062 Is Your Leadership Playful?
Jul 25 2023
#062 Is Your Leadership Playful?
I’m so excited to welcome back Jimmy Burroughes, a leadership expert on a mission to change the way we achieve results. This episode is all about Jimmy’s take on games and leadership. Once again, we are taken on a tour of Jimmy’s thoughts as he articulates what this means for him. There’s talk about play in leadership and motivation, activation, reward in here – what does that mean? Time to finish that email, shut down the laptop, grab your favourite soothing drink, and settle in for a great listen. You’re going to learn lots in this episode, so enjoy and maybe have your notebook handy too! Questions to consider whilst listening:How are you removing opportunities for being playful in your leadership?What happens for you when things get too serious in the workplace?What can you do to ensure you take things a little lighter to support you and your team in the best way?How can you start to play a bigger game that will enable you to grow and develop in the way you want?What are you continuing to do as a leader, that you could stop doing, to create opportunities for others to develop?What ridiculously small step can you take to make a change in the way you are leading yourself?What impact could this have on your day to day?And finally, what one thing are you going to do for you today? Guest Resources:Website https://www.jimmyburroughes.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmyburroughes/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jimmybleadership Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#061 Are You On The Road To Burnout?
Jul 18 2023
#061 Are You On The Road To Burnout?
I’m so excited for the next three episodes as we are joined by Jimmy Burroughes, a leadership expert on a mission to change the way we achieve results. In this episode we talk about the signs of burnout, looking after you and your team, to ensure this doesn’t happen to any of you. Do listen out for the specifics Jimmy shares - they’re really helpful indicators! As always, there is a lot of material here that could help support you in developing and growing your leadership. What thoughts pop up for you as you listen? I so enjoyed my chat with Jimmy and I know you will too. It’s time to focus and settle in for a thought-provoking listen. Questions to consider whilst listening:How are your soft skills serving you at this time?How much are these softer skills valued in your workplace?What was the last leadership programme you went on, and what lasting effect has it had in your current leadership approach?How have you reviewed new learnings you’ve implemented, to support improvement?How are you creating thinking space in your daily schedule?What additional pressure are you putting yourself under, that you could re-evaluate and release?How are you taking time to observe yourself and your team, for the signs of burnout?What actions can you take to support you/others before burnout strikes, and to prevent it in the first place? Guest Resources:Website https://www.jimmyburroughes.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmyburroughes/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jimmybleadership Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#060 What Resonates with You?
Jul 11 2023
#060 What Resonates with You?
This week it’s my solo episode. I’m Paula Eddy-Wilcox, your Game of Leadership Host and Founder, and Director of On Point Leadership.It’s hard to believe that the last 9 weeks have gone so fast and we are at episode 60 already. In today’s episode, we look at the last 9 episodes and find out what’s resonated for me, that I can reflect on and share with you. There are some awesome insights that my three guests, Tom Willis, Nathalie May, and Becky Field share. They couldn’t be more different in their vocations and approach to leadership. A fascinating time spent with each of them and I encourage you to go back and listen to their individual episodes if you haven’t already.Todays’ themes include career planning (or not), culture/trust in the workplace, super doers, taking time for you, adopting a growth mindset, seeing greatness in others, the things that define you, the soft side of leadership, the games we play in leadership and the ripple effect.It’s been incredible to chat to these three wonderful leaders who so openly share their insights, to help you grow and develop as leaders. So do us the honour of finishing off the last task or chore, grabbing a drink, and settling in to join me for a really insightful listen.Podcast Episode Summary:How much of your career has been planned, and how much has been luck and right place, right time?What type of workplace culture are you operating in?How you are you contributing to make it a culture that others would be proud and comfortable to work in?How are you ensuring you don’t become the super doer as you move up the organisation?How are you taking time for yourself to rest, recover, and uphold your boundaries?When was the last time you were able to really embrace and play out a growth mindset approach in your leadership?How are you seeing greatness in others and then creating opportunities for them to go and demonstrate it?What’s the ‘positive gossip’ that you want to hear about you, from others in the business?How are you using skills such as empathy and kindness to support your leadership?What makes you uncomfortable about games in leadership?What games are you actively playing in your leadership?What positive things are you doing in your leadership, that are creating a ripple effect?Host Resources:How resilient are you? FREE DOWNLOAD www.onpointlead.com/your-resilience-nutrientsWebsite www.onpointlead.comLinkedIn Profile www.linkedin.com/in/paula-eddy-wilcox-on-point-leadership/LinkedIn Business Page www.linkedin.com/company/on-point-leadershipYouTube Channel www.youtube.com/@gameofleadershipFacebook Business Page www.facebook.com/paulaeddywilcoxonpointleadershipInstagram Business Page www.instagram.com/on_point_leadership/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.