Evolving Enterprises: Stories of Growth Transformation

Martin Parr
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Evolving Enterprises: Stories of Growth Transformation

Welcome to "Evolving Enterprises: Stories of Growth Transformation", the podcast where we dive deep into the art of effective leadership. I'm your host, Prof Martin Parr, a seasoned professional who has dedicated years to empowering senior leaders in achieving their business goals. Today, I'm thrilled to share my expertise as a systems thinker, guiding you on a transformative journey for your business, charity, or pet project.    Throughout my career, I've developed a passion for complexity and relish the challenge of helping individuals navigate through data, uncertainty, and the myriad pressures of strategic decision-making. Drawing on my experience in setting strategies and conducting comprehensive reviews for UK projects with budgets exceeding £1 billion, I'm here to equip you with the tools, methods, and approaches necessary to tackle complexity head-on and make exceptional decisions.    Each episode of this podcast is designed to assist and inspire you as a leader. From insightful discussions on the intricacies of business management to practical advice on overcoming hurdles, we'll cover it all. My ultimate vision is to empower leaders worldwide with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle complexity in their respective fields.    Join me on this exciting journey as we explore the ever-evolving landscape of leadership, dissect real-world challenges, and uncover strategies to transform your organizations. Whether you're a seasoned executive or a rising star, " Evolving Enterprises: Stories of Growth Transformation" will provide you with valuable insights and actionable wisdom to enhance your leadership abilities.    Get ready to navigate the complexities of the business world and make a lasting impact. Subscribe now to " Evolving Enterprises: Stories of Growth Transformation " and embark on a transformative leadership journey. Together, we'll unlock your full potential and set you on the path to extraordinary success. 

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    E63 Organisational Culture Types – The Positive and Negative

    Today I continue to explore organisational culture, looking at the positive and negative. I look at the different types of culture and I review what you can do to change the culture of your organisation. If you would like a different type of workplace, be the change that you want to see.

    16 min

  2. DEC 3

    E62 Organisational Culture and Employee Engagement

    Today I begin a journey into organisational culture. What does culture really mean? Why would we care about what culture there is in our organisation? You will only keep great people if they remain engaged. Culture holds a lot of the keys to helping people remain engaged with an organisation. Culture affects the bottom line. According to Gallup, organisations that have high employee engagement see 23% increase in profitability, along with a host of other improvements.

    17 min

  3. NOV 23

    E61 Leadership Styles

    Today I am going to look at two popular leadership styles – authoritative and coaching. I am going to look at the times that theses styles may be useful and how using the right style at the right time can help to get some of our systems work implemented well.

    15 min

  4. NOV 14

    E60 National Engineering Day

    On National Engineering Day in the UK we are encouraged to consider the people who inspire us. I look back on the many successes of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, and the odd setback. I also look to the future, to the decisions that engineers will need to make very soon. I am delighted to be part of a movement of people who specialise in getting amazing things done and in shaping society around us.

    14 min

  5. NOV 5

    E59: Emma Harvey

    I'm so happy to be joined by Emma Harvey the co-founder of The 5 Hour Club (www.fivehourclub.com). The Five Hour Club is a platform that allows working parents to find professional work that fits around their caring responsibilities. I love this concept and I am delighted that my company is one of the employers on this platform.

    21 min

  6. OCT 25

    E58 Learning Journeys

    Today I explore learning Journeys and how important they are if we are to really change complex organisations. I consider how I have encouraged board members to change their companies and what it takes to really drive change within a busy and complex corporate world. Finally I reflect on the situation within the UK NHS and look at what I have learned in my journey about this immensely complex organisation.

    22 min

  7. OCT 11

    E57 Managing Personal Stress Levels

    We all get stressed by different things, and stress changes us. Our personality type will highlight the likely changes that we will experience as stress increases. Once we know what these changes look like we are able to spot the warning signs and take action so that we don’t reach “grip stress”. You can find your personality type at 16personalities.com. Once you have it e.g. ENFP type “ENFP grip stress” into Google to find your pathway.

    18 min

  8. OCT 1

    E56 Engineering the Future

    Join me as I reflect on my journey through the engineering profession, following my recent appointment as a Visiting Professor to the University of Portsmouth, funded by the Royal Academy of Engineering. In this episode, I explore the critical role engineering plays in shaping senior leadership decisions and why it’s essential for driving innovation and progress. Discover insights into the Royal Academy of Engineering's impact in the UK and the future of engineering for leaders in the industry.

    16 min
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Welcome to "Evolving Enterprises: Stories of Growth Transformation", the podcast where we dive deep into the art of effective leadership. I'm your host, Prof Martin Parr, a seasoned professional who has dedicated years to empowering senior leaders in achieving their business goals. Today, I'm thrilled to share my expertise as a systems thinker, guiding you on a transformative journey for your business, charity, or pet project.    Throughout my career, I've developed a passion for complexity and relish the challenge of helping individuals navigate through data, uncertainty, and the myriad pressures of strategic decision-making. Drawing on my experience in setting strategies and conducting comprehensive reviews for UK projects with budgets exceeding £1 billion, I'm here to equip you with the tools, methods, and approaches necessary to tackle complexity head-on and make exceptional decisions.    Each episode of this podcast is designed to assist and inspire you as a leader. From insightful discussions on the intricacies of business management to practical advice on overcoming hurdles, we'll cover it all. My ultimate vision is to empower leaders worldwide with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle complexity in their respective fields.    Join me on this exciting journey as we explore the ever-evolving landscape of leadership, dissect real-world challenges, and uncover strategies to transform your organizations. Whether you're a seasoned executive or a rising star, " Evolving Enterprises: Stories of Growth Transformation" will provide you with valuable insights and actionable wisdom to enhance your leadership abilities.    Get ready to navigate the complexities of the business world and make a lasting impact. Subscribe now to " Evolving Enterprises: Stories of Growth Transformation " and embark on a transformative leadership journey. Together, we'll unlock your full potential and set you on the path to extraordinary success. 

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