In this episode, your hosts Rhys and Jon are joined by Susan Power, founder of Power Up Leadership, for an insightful conversation about what it really takes to be an effective leader in today’s world. Susan shares her journey from HR and entrepreneurship to coaching leaders, and dives deep into the challenges of self-awareness, building trust, and navigating the ups and downs of leadership; whether you’re a reluctant leader, a seasoned executive, or somewhere in between.

Key Highlights:

• Why self-awareness is the foundation of great leadership (and why most of us overestimate ours)
• The difference between managing and leading, and why leaders should speak last
• How to build trust and open communication in teams (and why it’s so easy to get wrong)
• The challenges of letting go for entrepreneurs and the power of delegation
• Real stories of transformation, from bad bosses to breakthrough moments
• The importance of continuous learning (even coaches need coaches!

Guest info:
Susan Power is the founder of Power Up Leadership, with over 20 years of experience in HR, coaching, and entrepreneurship. She specializes in helping leaders and organizations unlock their full potential through self-awareness, trust-building, and practical leadership strategies.

Learn more at powerupleadership.ca.