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The Leadership Enigma

The Leadership Enigma

By: Adam Pacifico
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 For 30 years I've uncovered the best and worst of human behaviour and endeavour.Now it's time to truly understand what we mean by leadership in a chaotic world. I've delivered live events to over 60,000 around the world as a leadership expert, author, opinion columnist and barrister. Each week I'll explore the power and potential of the human being with global experts, academics, rising stars, ambitious upstarts and disruptors across sectors, disciplines and geographies as we explore 'The Leadership Enigma.'Whether you are an entrepreneur, business owner or seasoned corporate executive, this show will uncover the tools, techniques, strategies and lessons learned to catapult your leadership capabilities in preparation for success in a constantly changing landscape. The Leadership Enigma is an award winning globally ranked show powered by LaunchPod Studios. www.leadersenigma.comYouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@theleadersenigma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.© 2024 Adam Pacifico Economics Social Sciences
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  • Manjul Tilak | Authentic Leadership in the Age of AI | Why HR Must Lead the Mindset Shift

    Manjul Tilak | Authentic Leadership in the Age of AI | Why HR Must Lead the Mindset Shift
    Feb 9 2026
    In this episode, we talk about why organisations that don’t adapt to AI risk falling behind, and how HR can lead one of the most important transformations organisations are facing today. From storytelling and humility in leadership to real, practical AI use cases within HR 💡, this conversation challenges traditional ways of thinking about leadership and change. We also explore why mindset, authenticity, and human skills will matter even more as AI becomes part of everyday work 🤝 — and why HR has a critical role to play in shaping that future. 👉 Watch till the end for powerful advice on staying relevant, confident, and future-ready 🚀 Powered by Emeritus: www.emeritus.org #futureofwork #artificialintelligence #careergrowth #mindsetshift #reinventyourself #leadership #aijobs #careeradvice #personalgrowth #workplacetrends #mentalhealthatwork #resilience #lifelonglearning 🚀 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    25 mins
  • Let Leaders Lead: Why Comfort Is Killing Capability at Work | Lisa Bodell

    Let Leaders Lead: Why Comfort Is Killing Capability at Work | Lisa Bodell
    Jan 26 2026
    Leaders today are expected to provide endless support, flexibility, and comfort — yet leadership burnout is at an all-time high. In this episode of The Leadership Enigma, Adam Pacific is joined by leadership expert Lisa Vidal for a powerful, honest conversation about what’s really broken at work. Together, they challenge the idea that leadership is about keeping people comfortable and explain why capability, clarity, and accountability matter more than ever. This episode explores: - Why support without standards doesn’t work - How culture became confused with comfort - Why leaders feel trapped and burned out - The danger of employee engagement without accountability What it really means to be a human-centred leader If you’re a leader, CHRO, or executive navigating growth, complexity, and rising expectations — this conversation will resonate deeply. 👉 Like, subscribe, and join the conversation. #futureofwork #artificialintelligence #careergrowth #mindsetshift #reinventyourself #leadership #aijobs #careeradvice #personalgrowth #workplacetrends #mentalhealthatwork #resilience #lifelonglearning 🚀 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    41 mins
  • HR Keeps You Out of Jail | But That’s Not the Real Job | Athelie Williams

    HR Keeps You Out of Jail | But That’s Not the Real Job | Athelie Williams
    Jan 12 2026
    HR has two roles: keep the business out of jail and unlock human performance. In this powerful conversation, Ashley Williams (former CHRO of BT Group and BHP) explains what truly matters for HR leaders during periods of growth and transformation. We discuss: - Why HR must be a business function, not just a support function - The reality of transformation in large organisations - Leadership clarity, trust, and resilience in uncertain times - How human performance must serve business strategy If you’re a CHRO, senior leader, or HR professional navigating complexity, this episode will challenge how you think about the role of HR. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    45 mins
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