Sound Leadership

• The Neuroscience of Leadership: How to Influence and Inspire

  The Neuroscience of Leadership: How to Influence and InspireWe have over 87 billion neurons in our brain! Hosts Dan Boniface and Darren Draper explain what neuro-linguistic programming (NLP), how to make better and stronger neural pathways and how leaders use NLP techniques to empower themselves and their teams. Together they explore: What NLP is and how leaders can apply itCore NLP techniques: Anchoring, Priming, Modelling, ReframingHow to use NLP to positively influence and create high performancePractical ways NLP supports communication, coaching, and leadership 👉 Subscribe to Sound Leadership for more leadership, management, and coaching insights that develop awareness and inspire action.📱 Contact: [email protected]#soundleadership #NLP #NLPtechniques #anchoring #priming #modelling #reframing #leadership #coaching #influence #communication #awarenessresponsibility #highperformanceAnd if you want to get to know the team more then head over to The Sound Leadership YouTube channel.

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• The Power of Communication: How Leaders Build High-Performing Teams

  The Power of Communication: How Leaders Build High-Performing TeamIn this episode of the Sound Leadership podcast, hosts Dan Boniface and Darren Draper explore how to improve your communication skills to create high-performing teams and how to enable missing high performance through communication. Together they unpack:The different types of team communication leaders must master (Howard Schultz & Starbucks example)Practical strategies for improving clarity, trust, and collaborationThe role of coaching and feedback models like Radical Candor, Bridging, and SBIThe workplace benefits of better communication — from productivity to emotional intelligence Whether you’re an HR professional, L&D leader, or manager, this episode will give you practical tools to strengthen team communication and build a culture of personal responsibility. 👉 Subscribe to Sound Leadership for more leadership, management and coaching insights that develop awareness and inspire personal responsibility.  💬 Share this episode with your network, drop your thoughts in the comments, and 📺 watch more conversations with world-class leaders on the Sound Leadership channel.📱 Contact: [email protected]#soundleadership #communication #leadership #coaching #emotionalintelligence #radicalcandor #SBI #teamperformance #trust #collaboration #awarenessresponsibility #HR #L&DAnd if you want to get to know the team more then head over to The Sound Leadership YouTube channel.

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• Why Every Leader Needs Soft Skills

  Why Every Leader Needs Soft SkillsIn this episode of the Sound Leadership podcast, leadership experts Dan Boniface and Darren Draper unpack one of the most misunderstood areas of modern leadership — soft skills.Drawing on decades of experience coaching senior leaders across industries, they reveal why soft skills aren’t “nice to have,” but the superpower behind high-performing teams and cultures. Together, they explore:The surprising origins of soft skills — from the U.S. Army to today’s boardroom.The five most powerful human skills every leader needs in 2025: active listening, storytelling, adaptability, resilience, and emotional intelligence (EQ).Emerging skills like cognitive flexibility and reflective thinking that separate good leaders from great ones.How to build and practise soft skills using the Awareness → Responsibility Model.🎧 Listen now to discover Dan and Darren’s Top 3 Leadership Soundbites — and learn how to develop the human side of leadership that truly drives performance, trust, and culture.📩 Contact: [email protected]🌐 Visit: thebcfgroup.co.uk/sound-leadership 💼 Connect: Dan Boniface | Darren Draper #soundleadership #communication #leadership #coaching #emotionalintelligence #radicalcandor #SBI #teamperformance #trust #collaboration #awarenessresponsibility #HR #L&DAnd if you want to get to know the team more then head over to The Sound Leadership YouTube channel.

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• Georgina Shute on ADHD, Burnout, and Why Self-Awareness Wins

  At her breaking point, Georgina Shute realised success had come at the cost of her wellbeing. This is the story of how she rebuilt her career — and her confidence — through self-awareness, compassion, and courage. In this bold and deeply personal episode of The Sound Leadership Podcast, Dan Boniface and Darren Draper are joined by Georgina Shute—founder of KindTwo, ADHD leadership coach, and creator of the Procrastination Breaker Framework™—to unpack the myths we’ve bought into about performance, burnout, and success. After 15 years leading in tech while silently struggling with ADHD and burnout, Georgina rebuilt her approach from the ground up. Now she helps overwhelmed leaders ditch the masks, reclaim their energy, and lead in a way that works with their brain—not against it.  💭 This is a conversation for anyone who looks “together” on the outside but feels like they’re quietly coming undone.  Together they discuss:  The mindset shift that helped Georgina overcome imposter syndrome What it really means to lead with self-awareness Why kindness is a strategic leadership advantage How to support neurodivergent colleagues without overcomplicating things 🎧 If you believe leadership starts with understanding yourself first, this conversation will resonate deeply. 🔗 Give us a follow and share with others to help them too.💼LinkedIn: The Sound Leadership podcast  📱Contact: [email protected] #SoundLeadership #Neurodiversity #LeadershipDevelopment #Burnout #ADHDLeadership #Procrastination #Kindness #WorkplaceWellbeing #SelfAwareness #Coaching And if you want to get to know the team more then head over to The Sound Leadership YouTube channel.

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• Be Curious, Not Judgemental - How Great Leaders Build Trust and Growth

  In this thought-provoking episode of the Sound Leadership podcast, hosts Dan Boniface and Darren Draper unpack the power of curiosity in leadership — and why the old saying “curiosity killed the cat” couldn’t be further from the truth.When curiosity is missing, assumptions take over — and that’s when relationships, trust, and opportunity break down. This episode explores how true curiosity helps leaders move beyond judgement, strengthen empathy, and create psychological safety that drives innovation and growth. Together they discuss:The three levels of curiosity — tactical, relational, and transformational — and how to use each effectively.How curiosity builds awareness, unlocks options, leads to better choices, drives action, and inspires personal responsibility.The obstacles that kill curiosity — like assumptions, time pressure, and fear of vulnerability — and how to overcome them.Practical strategies to build deeper curiosity in your team.Plus, a powerful leadership lesson from Ted Lasso on being “curious, not judgmental.” 💡Listen until the end to find out the Top 3 Leadership SoundbitesIf you’ve ever wanted to strengthen relationships, build trust, or lead with more empathy, this episode will show you how to turn curiosity into your greatest leadership superpower. 👉 We’d love to hear from you! Leave a comment and tell us how curiosity has shaped your leadership. 🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe for more leadership, learning & development, and HR insights. 💼LinkedIn: The Sound Leadership podcast  📱Contact: [email protected] And if you want to get to know the team more then head over to The Sound Leadership YouTube channel.

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