Leadership in Chaos

Ian McClean
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Leadership in Chaos

Concise lessons in leadership in a world of chaos. Hosted by Ian McClean, leadership expert and founder of Flow Group and GreenLine Conversations.

  1. 18 MAR

    Ep 72: Confessions of a Guru - Part 5: The Marvels and the Spoon

    I hope you’re enjoying the new series of Confessions of a Guru. Here is our latest episode, Part 5: The Marvels and the Spoon. The “Guru” label is deliberately ironic as, in the age of the un-curated digital platform, everyone - it seems - is suddenly a Guru. Self-proclaimed anyway. 😉 The format is to choose a story from my 30+ years of working with leaders globally, which illustrates the best or the worst of some aspect of leadership. After telling the story, I then extrapolate the mes...

    12 min

  2. 21 JAN

    Ep 71: Confessions of a Guru - Part 4: Calmest Person in the Boat

    The New Series Yes, indeed, Leadership in Chaos is truly back with an exciting new series – Confessions of a Guru. The “Guru” label is deliberately ironic as, in the age of the un-curated digital platform, everyone - it seems - is suddenly a Guru. Self-proclaimed anyway. 😉 The format is to choose a story from my 30+ years of working with leaders globally, which illustrates the best or the worst of some aspect of leadership. After telling the story, I then extrapolate the message ...

    11 min
  3. Ep 70: Confessions of a Guru - Part 3: Can you handle the Truth?

    28/11/2024

    Ep 70: Confessions of a Guru - Part 3: Can you handle the Truth?

    The New Series Yes, indeed, Leadership in Chaos is truly back with an exciting new series – Confessions of a Guru. The “Guru” label is deliberately ironic as, in the age of the un-curated digital platform, everyone - it seems - is suddenly a Guru. Self-proclaimed anyway. 😉 The format is to choose a story from my 30+ years of working with leaders globally which illustrates the best or the worst of some aspect of leadership. After telling the story, I then extrapolate the message a...

    7 min

  4. 19/11/2024

    Ep 69: Confessions of a Guru - Part 2: The "Non-Negotiables"

    The New Series If you haven’t already noticed, Leadership in Chaos is back with an exciting new series – Confessions of a Guru. The “Guru” label is deliberately ironic as, in the age of the un-curated digital platform, everyone - it seems - is suddenly a Guru. Self-proclaimed anyway. 😉 The format is to choose a story from my 30+ years of working with leaders globally which illustrates the best or the worst of some aspect of leadership. After telling the story I then extrapola...

    8 min
  5. Ep 68: Confessions of a Guru - Part 1: The Say-Do Gap

    29/10/2024

    Ep 68: Confessions of a Guru - Part 1: The Say-Do Gap

    Leadership in Chaos is back with an exciting new series – Confessions of a Guru. The “Guru” label is deliberately ironic as, in the age of the infinite digital platform, everyone, it seems, is a guru. By self-appointment. 😉 The format is to choose a story from my 30+ years of working with leaders globally, which, illustrates the best or the worst of some aspects of leadership. After telling the story, I then extrapolate the message application for you to consider in your life and work. ...

    8 min

  6. 15/04/2024

    EP 67: How to Lead in an Age of Chaos and Disruption - Part 4: Inspire Commitment

    The Keynote Season Part 4: Inspire Commitment “The more digital the world becomes, the more we must emphasise what makes us most human” – Jack Ma This episode unveils the 4 Emotionally Intelligent “Cards” that – played right – help build connection and commitment: Humanity’s trump card in an increasingly digital deck. Insights include: -Leadership is a contact sport -Quality of Interaction = Quality of Commitment -Why Trust is harder – and more critical – during Uncertainty -The 4 Emoti...

    10 min

  7. 15/04/2024

    EP 66: How to Lead in an Age of Chaos and Disruption - Part 3: Create Clarity

    The Keynote Season Part 3: Create Clarity In times of ambiguity and uncertainty, people look intensely to their leaders. As that leader, if you can be nothing else, be clear. This episode explains why and how. Insights include: -Why people don’t do what they’re supposed to…and what to do about it -Why Ambiguity is Enemy No1 for High Performance -Leadership’s 2 Clarity Traps -How we judge Ourselves Vs How Others judge us Related Episodes Episode 57 – Keep Your Focus – Avoid Procrasti...

    8 min

  8. 15/04/2024

    EP 65: How to Lead in an Age of Chaos and Disruption - Part 2: The Leadership Contribution

    The Keynote Season Part 2: The Leadership Contribution Leadership isn’t about position, title, or privilege – although many organizations operate as if it is. Leadership is best seen as a form of contribution. In this episode, we unpack exactly what makes up that contribution. Insights include: -What is Leadership? -Ask the Audience – we all know great leadership -Organisations are awful at developing leadership -Why the Peter Principle is alive and well in corporate life Related Episo...

    8 min
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Concise lessons in leadership in a world of chaos. Hosted by Ian McClean, leadership expert and founder of Flow Group and GreenLine Conversations.

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  • Creator
    Ian McClean
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    73
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    © 2025 Leadership in Chaos
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