The Unlikely Executive

Glee Coaching Ltd

You know there’s more in you, more to explore, more to give, and more to live.    Welcome to The Unlikely Executive Podcast, a bi-weekly show for people who want to make a difference both in their own careers and the world around them. You don't have to be failing to want more. If you are curious about how others have navigated the rocky road to leadership and fulfillment you are in the right place.    This podcast is designed especially for the curious, the ambitious and the slightly nervous! It is for those who are asking Now what? Those at a crossroads, those with a desire to step up to the executive table and those who want to feel a sense of ownership in their own career.    Every episode, host Barbra Carlisle, Founder of Glee Coaching Ltd, Accredited Coach, and Business Mentor, brings you candid conversations with people like you who are now leaders making a significant difference. These are people whose journeys to where they are today were far from textbook. Challenges, self-doubt, and surprising turns all play a part. Yet, they’ve emerged with a sense of purpose, passion, and a desire to contribute positively to our wonderful and complex world.    Through inspiring stories, actionable tips, and heartfelt moments, each guest reveals how they stepped into the unknown, discovered their purpose, and made a difference.    If you’re ready to unlock your potential, challenge yourself, and take steps toward creating the impact you dream of, this podcast is for you.    Subscribe now to start your journey of discovery, and together, let’s build a better future—one purposeful step at a time.    Visit www.gleecoaching.com to learn more.  Hosted on Riverside

  1. Jun 5

    Leading Sustainably | Claire Brown | The Unlikely Executive

    Sustainability Leadership in Construction, Net Zero & Influencing ChangeIn this episode of The Unlikely Executive Podcast, Barbra Carlisle speaks with Claire Brown, Senior Sustainability Consultant at Turner & Townsend, about what it really takes to lead sustainability in construction, housing and the built environment. From net zero housing targets to retrofit strategy in UK homes, Claire shares practical insights on how to influence stakeholders, communicate complex sustainability issues, and drive change across large organisations. If you’re a leader in construction, engineering, housing, or sustainability, this episode is packed with real-world strategies you can start using immediately. 🔑 Key Topics CoveredWhat sustainability leadership actually looks like inside global construction firmsHow to influence senior stakeholders who don’t care about “carbon”Why language and communication are critical in driving changeThe real meaning of retrofit in UK housing and why it mattersTackling energy efficiency, heating systems and net zero targetsHow to handle resistance, conflict and pushback in complex organisationsLeadership lessons from working in the public sector and large estates (including policing)Why listening is your most powerful leadership skillBalancing ambition, career growth and personal wellbeingPractical advice for anyone starting a career in sustainability or the built environment👤 About Claire BrownClaire Brown is a Senior Sustainability Consultant at Turner & Townsend, working across major UK retrofit and housing projects. Her work spans: Delivering sustainability in the built environmentAdvising on energy efficiency and carbon reductionSupporting housing providers with retrofit programmesLeadership in professional sustainability networksShe also sits on boards, contributes to industry groups, and has recently submitted her PhD focused on heating and cooling demand in UK social housing. 🎧 Listen If You Want To…Lead sustainability initiatives with more confidenceInfluence difficult stakeholders without conflictImprove energy efficiency in housing or constructionBuild a more resilient, forward-thinking organisationDevelop your leadership style in complex environments🚀 Work With Barbra CarlisleIf you’re a business leader in construction, engineering or housing and want to: Lead decisively under pressureBuild a team that takes ownership and initiativeHandle difficult conversations and challenges with confidence👉 Join my programme: www.gleecoaching.co.uk 👉 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbracarlisle 📩 Or message me directly to explore coaching and leadership development ⭐ Support the PodcastIf you found this episode valuable: ✅ Follow / Subscribe to The Unlikely Executive Podcast👍 Like and Share with your network💬 Leave a review — it helps more leaders find this content

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You know there’s more in you, more to explore, more to give, and more to live.    Welcome to The Unlikely Executive Podcast, a bi-weekly show for people who want to make a difference both in their own careers and the world around them. You don't have to be failing to want more. If you are curious about how others have navigated the rocky road to leadership and fulfillment you are in the right place.    This podcast is designed especially for the curious, the ambitious and the slightly nervous! It is for those who are asking Now what? Those at a crossroads, those with a desire to step up to the executive table and those who want to feel a sense of ownership in their own career.    Every episode, host Barbra Carlisle, Founder of Glee Coaching Ltd, Accredited Coach, and Business Mentor, brings you candid conversations with people like you who are now leaders making a significant difference. These are people whose journeys to where they are today were far from textbook. Challenges, self-doubt, and surprising turns all play a part. Yet, they’ve emerged with a sense of purpose, passion, and a desire to contribute positively to our wonderful and complex world.    Through inspiring stories, actionable tips, and heartfelt moments, each guest reveals how they stepped into the unknown, discovered their purpose, and made a difference.    If you’re ready to unlock your potential, challenge yourself, and take steps toward creating the impact you dream of, this podcast is for you.    Subscribe now to start your journey of discovery, and together, let’s build a better future—one purposeful step at a time.    Visit www.gleecoaching.com to learn more.  Hosted on Riverside