S3E4: When is work therapy? With Simon Lamb

16/07/2025 47 min Temporada 3 Episodio 4
S3E4: When is work therapy? With Simon Lamb

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This week, we welcome back Simon Lamb - founder of Purposeful Change and expert in the human side of organisational transformation to tackle a question that’s more relevant than ever: When is work… therapy?As the boundaries between coaching, therapy, leadership development, and personal growth blur, many leaders find themselves navigating conversations that go far beyond KPIs. Together, we explore:The crucial distinction between what’s therapeutic and what’s actually therapy at workHow our personal histories and beliefs show up in our leadership stylesThe “vulnerability hangover” and the need for psychological safety after deep work conversationsWhy coaching isn’t a loophole for therapy - and the importance of holding boundariesSimon’s practical framework for growth: Awareness, Intention, DisciplineThe impact of AI on our capacity for deep, human breakthrough thinkingSimon shares real stories, practical tools, and a candid take on why adaptive leaders, those who can sit with discomfort and keep asking better questions will shape the future of work.Work isn’t therapy, but it can be a powerful mirror. Listen in for insights on leading with more awareness, purpose, and humanity.Find Simon at purposefulchange.com or on LinkedIn

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