Mastering Leadership: The Psychology Behind Business Performance
Join Stuart Munro, a Chartered Psychologist and founder of Minds2Perform Ltd, as he and his co-hosts interview acclaimed guests from business leadership and academia. The podcast explores the psychology behind effective leadership, breaking down discussions into practical takeaways. Each episode makes psychological concepts accessible and relatable for today's business leaders, offering insights into real-life leadership performance.
Episodes
The Great Leadership Test: Who Are You Under Pressure? - Special Edition
In this final special edition of Mastering Leadership Season One, I explore what may be one of the biggest differences between good and great leadership: your ability to continue leading effectively when you're under pressure. Drawing on insights from senior leaders and academics across the season, I look at why the leader you intend to be can sometimes be very different from the leader who shows
Psychological Empowerment: How Great Leaders Bring Out The Best In Others
Great leaders don't create compliance—they create the psychological conditions where people want to contribute. In this episode, Chartered Psychologist Stuart Munro explores the science of psychological empowerment and explains how leaders can strengthen meaning, competence, self-determination and impact within their teams. Combining evidence-based psychology, insights from inspiring leadership gu
Self-Awareness: The Essential Leadership Skill - Special Edition
In this special edition of Mastering Leadership, Stuart Munro explores why self-awareness emerged as the common thread running through conversations with senior leaders, academics and leadership experts from Season 1. Drawing on their experiences, he examines how effective leaders understand themselves, learn through reflection, recognise their impact on others, seek feedback and embrace vulnerabi
Authentic Leadership - A Special Edition
In this episode of Mastering Leadership, Stuart Munro explores what authentic leadership truly means and why it matters. The discussion examines self-awareness, emotional regulation, relational transparency, and values-driven behaviour as key foundations of effective leadership. Drawing on insights from leadership experts, the episode highlights how trust and genuine human connection influence lea
From Punk to Purpose: Powerful Lessons to Excel in Leadership
SummaryIn this conversation, Andy King shares his unconventional journey from punk drummer to successful CEO and consultant, revealing how his values, curiosity and care have shaped his leadership.Andy explains his distinction between good and great leaders, the courage required to confront brutal facts, and why compassion and cultural transformation matter. He also explores public and private sec
Curiosity at the Core: A Blueprint for Great Leadership
SummaryJohn Oxley, experienced CEO, NED and leading voice in his field shares his extensive experience in leadership, discussing his journey of self-discovery that shaped him and the principles that serve his successful leadership style.John emphasizes the importance of curiosity, and the need for leaders to embrace change and communicate purpose effectively. He highlights the significance of unde
Nurse to Leader: An Inspiring Story Grounded in a Passion for Health and Wellbeing.
Summary:Mark and Stuart talk with Izabella Natrins CEO UK and International Health Coaching Association (UKIHCA), Executive Director and NED who shares her diverse career journey from nursing to leadership in health and well-being. She reflects on the evolution of her leadership style, the importance of intuition and the distinctions between good and great leadership. Izabella emphasizes the value
Unlocking Great Leadership with Self Awareness and Authenticity
Mark and Stuart talk with Ian Munro (OBE) experienced CEO and NED who shares his insights on leadership, emphasizing the distinction between good and great leadership through self-awareness and emotional intelligence.Ian reflects on his career journey, the importance of personal development, and the role of coaching in building confidence. He discusses the significance of values-based leadership a
Remarkable Leadership Lessons Navigating Growth from Hotels to Health and Fitness
Mark and Stuart talk with Stuart Broster who reflects on his experiences from a long and very successful executive level career in the hospitality and leisure sectors leading global brands. Stuart is currently Managing Director at SDPN Solutions where he specialises in turning round businesses.Stuart shares his remarkable leadership journey, discussing his evolution as a leader and the importance
Flourishing - Thriving and Stress: Rethinking Wellbeing
Mark and Stuart talk with Dr Richard Simpson lecturer in psychology and researcher in human flourishing and sport at Leeds Trinity University. Richard brings refreshing clarity to a topic that’s often oversimplified. He explains why wellbeing is deeply personal and subjective, why flourishing requires both the individual and the system to be healthy, and how leaders can create environments where p
Creating the Conditions for People to Thrive and Perform
Mark and Stuart talk with Bobbi Hartshorne, founder and CEO of Wellwise. Bobbie discusses her journey into workplace psychosocial risk and wellbeing, emphasizing the importance of human sustainability in organisations.Bobbi critiques traditional leadership responses to modern challenges, highlighting the need for a shift in focus from superficial wellbeing initiatives to genuine cultural change. T
The Journey of a Remarkable People Centred Leader
Mark and Stuart talk with Tara Dillon, CEO of CIMSPA. Tara shares her journey from a lifeguard to a prominent leader in the sport and physical activity sector.The conversation delves into the importance of values driven leadership, creating a people centred culture, and the significance of empowerment and trust within teams.Tara discusses her experiences with vulnerability, resilience, and the nec
From Good to Great: The Leadership Journey.
In this episode Mark and Stuart talk with Steve Pleasant, MBE, to explore the distinctions between good and great leadership.They discuss the importance of empowerment, self-awareness and creating a compelling vision. The conversation delves into the challenges leaders face, the significance of narrative in leadership and the necessity of building trust and psychological safety within teams.Steve
How Quality Relationships can become Leadership’s Greatest Advantage.
In this episode of the Mastering Leadership podcast, Mark and Stuart talk with Professor Sophia Jowett, academic, researcher, speaker, consultant and founder of Tandem Performance Consulting to explore how quality relationships can become leadership’s greatest advantage.Drawing upon her extensive expertise and experience, Sophia discusses the critical role of interpersonal relationships and their
What Great Leaders do Differently: Authenticity, Adaptability and Empowerment.
Mark and Stuart talk to Tino Nombro Founder, CEO and Advisor.In this, our inaugural episode, Stuart and I talk with Tino Nombro, successful entrepreneur and business leader to explore what sets great leaders apart.Drawing on his extensive and successful leadership journey, Tino reflects on the power of authenticity, adaptability and empowerment, and how these qualities shape effective leadership f
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