Listen "The Wisdom Of... 2025: Insights From Extraordinary Leaders"
Episode Synopsis
Over the past 12 months, Simon Bowen has spoken with dozens of the world's most consequential leaders on The Wisdom Of... Show. This special compilation episode brings together ten profound moments of wisdom and leadership that continue to resonate as we close 2025 and step into 2026. From manipulation with good intent to AI as a new species, from emotional intelligence gaps that determine senior leadership success to fear as a preparation tool, these insights reveal what leadership looks like at the highest levels.Ready to master the systematic approach to capturing and applying wisdom like this? Join Simon's exclusive masterclass on The Models Method: https://thesimonbowen.com/masterclassEpisode Breakdown00:00 Introduction: Celebrating a year of extraordinary leadership conversations03:45 Jeff Dudan: Leadership as manipulation with good intent and the power of positive influence09:22 Cameron Herold: Why scale is not an extension of vision and the context versus concept delegation trap16:18 Akshay Nanavati: Fear as a preparation tool and acceptance of isness as freedom from suffering23:54 Tamara Jackson: Being a light for others and the true meaning of authentic leadership31:07 Catriona Wallace: AI as a new species and the existential opportunities ahead38:45 Nick Halaris: Business as a constant force for good and the intention behind every transaction45:19 Mike Desjardins: The emotional intelligence gap that separates senior leaders who succeed from those who plateau52:38 Jim Garrison: Wisdom begins as rebellion and living in questions rather than answers59:43 Isaac Balbin: Humans plus machines and the future of competitive advantage67:15 Radek Sali: Insights on scaling businesses with wisdom and intentionAbout Simon BowenSimon has spent over two decades working with influential leaders across complex industries. His focus is on elevating thinking in organisations, recognising that success is directly proportional to the quality of thinking and ideas within a business. Simon leads the renaissance of thinking through his work with global leaders and organisations.Connect with SimonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonbowen-mm/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialsimonbowen/ Website: https://thesimonbowen.com/Get Simon Bowen's Personal Newsletter for Leaders, Thinkers, and Entrepreneurs! Sign Up Now: https://thesimonbowen.com/newsletter.Join Simon's Masterclass: Unlock your leadership potential with The Models Method. Learn to articulate your unique value and create scalable impact. Watch it Now: https://thesimonbowen.com/masterclass.
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