In this episode of the People Leaders Podcast, we explore the realm of fractional consulting with our guest Lauren Wambold Patel.

Lauren, a former Boston Consulting Group consultant and now founder and CEO of Keenan Reid Strategies, shares insights into how fractional consulting is reshaping the industry. We dive into the benefits for both consultants and clients, the impact on Gen Xers and Millennials, and the steps to transition into this new model.

Lauren also discusses the potential pitfalls and how to navigate them, providing valuable advice for senior leaders looking to explore fractional opportunities. Join us as we uncover the strategies that can help business leaders tackle their most ambiguous problems.

Episode Highlights:

• 00:30 Introduction
• 01:36 Understanding Fractionalisation
• 02:31 Benefits for Consultants and Clients
• 03:55 Industry Applications and Career Transitions
• 05:33 Impact on Gen Xers and Millennials
• 09:05 Starting a Fractional Career
• 15:11 Leadership and Culture in Fractional Workplaces
• 21:05 Ethics and Best Practices
• 23:04 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Useful Links:
Lauren Patel on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenpatel/
Lauren’s 2x2 Newsletter - https://the2x2.beehiiv.com/subscribe

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In this episode, we explore the critical role of well-being in leadership with Anna Eliatamby, a clinical psychologist and workplace well-being expert. Anna shares insights on the foundational importance of self-care for leaders, highlighting how neglecting personal well-being can lead to destructive habits and toxic behaviours.

She introduces key strategies for responding to stress, maintaining healthy work habits, and fostering organisational well-being. Additionally, we discuss the interconnectedness of well-being, diversity, and inclusion, and the necessity of addressing toxicity in the workplace.

Anna also shares thoughts on creating effective well-being programs and the importance of psychological safety. Tune in for a deep dive into developing healthy and effective leadership practices.

Episode Highlights:

• 00:48 Meet Anna Eliatamby: Expert in Workplace Well-being
• 02:07 Common Pitfalls in Leadership Well-being
• 04:15 The Impact of Personal Habits on Leadership
• 05:29 Qualities of a Happy, Healthy Leader
• 11:41 Strategies for Managing Stress
• 17:44 Creating Effective Well-being Programs
• 20:36 Addressing Toxicity in the Workplace
• 27:04 Conclusion and Contact Information

Useful Links:
Anna Eliatamby Website - http://www.healthyleadership.world/

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Connect with Jan Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janterkelsen/
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In this podcast, we address common queries about team building, providing practical examples and sharing insights from research on high-performing teams. We outline several team-building activities with specific focuses such as learning, collaboration, fun, connection, trust, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and goal setting.

Activities include watching and discussing a TED Talk, conducting the Spaghetti Challenge, cooking together, using the 'This Is Me' template for bonding, sharing significant personal items to build trust, engaging in problem-solving simulations, practising difficult conversations, and setting team goals using the SMART acronym.

These activities are designed to be low-cost and can be adapted for both face-to-face and virtual settings.

Episode Highlights:

• 00:37 Team Building Activities Overview
• 02:24 Learning Component: TED Talks
• 04:01 Collaboration: The Spaghetti Challenge
• 05:37 Fun Activity: Cooking Together
• 07:12 Relationship Building: This Is Me
• 09:27 Building Trust: Significant Item
• 10:52 Problem Solving: Simulations
• 12:48 Resolving Conflict: Difficult Conversations
• 15:32 Goal Setting: SMART Objectives
• 19:06 Conclusion and Invitation for Feedback

Useful Links:

Get in touch with us at info@peopleleaders.com.au
People Leaders Website - https://peopleleaders.com.au/
People Leaders on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/people-leaders-pty-ltd/
Connect with Jan Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/janterkelsen/
Connect with Michelle Terkelsen on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-terkelsen-creating-high-performing-teams-a992744/
Follow us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/people.leaders