Interview with the Director of E&T at Rolls-Royce Submarines
In this episode of the Nuclear Leadership Network Podcast, host Matt Gavin speaks with Lee Warren, Director for Engineering and Technology at Rolls Royce Submarines. They discuss the current state of the nuclear industry, the importance of developing future leaders, and the value of networking and mentorship. Lee shares insights from his own career journey, emphasising the need for personal growth through diverse experiences and the importance of being adaptable in one's career path. He offers advice for aspiring leaders, highlighting the significance of boldness, planning, and the role of mentors in achieving success.TakeawaysThere is a massive opportunity for nuclear to make a difference.The skills gap is a significant challenge for the industry.Leadership is not about your role; it's a mindset.Networking should start early in one's career.Understanding the environment is crucial for leaders.Mentorship is key to personal and professional growth.Diverse experiences can shape leadership perspectives.Plans for career development should be flexible.Collaboration with competitors can lead to synergies.Continuous learning is essential for leadership success.
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Introduction to the Nuclear Leadership Network Podcast
In this episode we introduce you to the Brand New Nuclear Leadership Network podcast and explain how it will become a key resource in your nuclear leadership journey. We begin delving into the world of Nuclear leadership and discuss how this podcast, can help you to gain insights, develop strategies and be inspired to become the key global nuclear leaders of the future.
The Nuclear Leadership Network was established to fill a gap in leadership development. By the time leaders hit a certain level in their path, it becomes more and more difficult to know what development steps to take to ready yourself for a shot at the top executive leadership roles in the Nuclear Industry. As you climb the ladder the number of people available to help you on your path become fewer and fewer, and your journey becomes a much more personal one. There will always be a need to collaborate with others, seek advice and guidance from those around you and take feedback from others seriously, but when you get to a certain point, you realise the more you are on your own. It’s up to you to develop yourself, through conversations, self reflection, making mistakes and being brave enough to learn from them. Not having all the answers, but being bold enough to seek the answers, is where much of that later growth in leadership occurs.
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