Slogans, steelworks and scepticism

Slogans, steelworks and scepticism

An interesting side note to Jingye’s ownership of the British Steel site in Scunthorpe has led me to reflect on a deeper distinction – not just between values and ‘words on the wall’, but between cultures of obedience and cultures of trust. Jingye, which has direct...
Culture Club: what happens when values-Leaders really talk

Culture Club: what happens when values-Leaders really talk

Recently I invited a group of carefully chosen people to the first gathering of something new: Culture Club. It was an experiment without agenda, built on a shared curiosity about what happens when you bring together people who live and lead through values. Around the...
Values in a Strongman Era

Values in a Strongman Era

There is no doubt that forceful leadership seems to be enjoying a resurgence, particularly in politics and some of our largest global corporations. Is this, therefore, the time to put values aside? I would argue it is the time to pick them up. How can they help?...
The Being Playful Podcast with Chris Marshall

The Being Playful Podcast with Chris Marshall

I sat down with Chris Marshall to talk about values and playfulness, You can hear it here. Here’s how he introduced the episode: Ever wondered how our values and playfulness intertwine to shape authentic leadership and organisational culture? In this episode,...
The Comic Coach podcast with Em Stroud

The Comic Coach podcast with Em Stroud

I sat down with Em Stroud for a chat. This is what she says to introduce our interview: Join Em for an inspiring chat with Erika Clegg, a woman on a mission to ignite a values revolution! Erika shares her journey of self-discovery and how uncovering your true values...