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The Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader: Make a Greater Impact by Creating a High Performance Team while Avoiding Stress and Overwhelm

The Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader: Make a Greater Impact by Creating a High Performance Team while Avoiding Stress and Overwhelm

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Are you a humanitarian or international development leader who wants to make a greater impact without the overwhelm and overwork? If you want to create a high performance team that meets the changing demands of the humanitarian and development sector without sacrificing your wellbeing, you're in the right place! In less time than it takes to drink your powdered milk Nescafe you will learn: - How to empower a diverse team to perform their best despite cultural and personality differences - What’s keeping you from greater productivity and how to overcome it - How to meet the leadership needs of the modern humanitarian and development sector while making a greater impact without the stress I’m your host Torrey Peace and after 12 years’ working in humanitarian and development as well as coaching hundreds of leaders across the UN, INGO and civil society globally, I have observed firsthand the overwork and overwhelm that is so common and leads to unnecessary stress. The good news is I have discovered how you can lead differently in order to step out of overwhelm and start making a bigger impact than you thought possible, and I want to share it with you. Join me every Monday to learn practical insights and tips to help you become a modern humanitarian and international development leader. Start by listening to fan favorite - episode 7 - "A Surprising Way to Ensure Team Success So You Can Make a Greater Impact as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader."2025 Economics Management Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success
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  • Unlock 2026 Success: 3 Reflection Questions for NGO Leaders
    Dec 22 2025

    What if answering just three powerful questions today could completely change how you lead—and how much impact you make—in 2026?

    If you’re heading into the new year feeling busy, stretched thin, or unsure how to grow your impact without burning out, this episode speaks directly to you—helping you shift from reacting to demands to intentionally designing a leadership year that creates results, clarity, and a stronger team.

    In this episode, you’ll gain:

    1. Clear insight into which tasks are draining your time and how delegating them can unlock growth for both you and your team.
    2. A simple way to identify the leadership activities that create the greatest impact—so your time finally aligns with what matters most.
    3. A practical framework to turn reflection into action and design a focused, sustainable leadership strategy for 2026.

    Hit play now to start shaping a calmer, more impactful 2026 by answering the three questions that help great leaders work smarter—not longer.

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    What Is Your Leadership Style? Free Quiz:

    Want to know how to lead better? It starts by understanding your leadership style. To find out yours, take my free quiz “What Is Your Leadership Style” - you’ll immediately find out your default style, how it may be impacting your team and a few practical ways to become an even better leader. Just click on the link fill out your quiz and click submit.


    This podcast empowers international development and humanitarian NGO UN leaders to achieve high performance teams, fostering diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing, overcoming burnout and overwhelm, while maximizing impact and productivity.

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    14 mins
  • The Holiday Leadership Test: 4 Warning Signs Your Team Depends on You as a NGO Leader
    Dec 15 2025

    Do you ever feel more stressed before going on leave than during your actual workweek—simply because you’re worried your team won’t function without you?

    If taking a holiday makes you anxious about messages, decisions, or potential crises your team might face without you, this episode helps you understand why that stress isn’t about the season—it’s a sign that your team may be relying on you more than they should, and what you can shift to reclaim real rest and healthier leadership.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • How to identify the hidden signs that your team depends on you instead of feeling empowered to lead.
    • Why your availability during leave is linked to your leadership habits, not your team’s capability.
    • Practical shifts you can make now so your team grows stronger—and you can finally disconnect without fear.

    Press play now to learn how to step away with confidence and create a team that thrives—even when you're on holiday.

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    What Is Your Leadership Style? Free Quiz:

    Want to know how to lead better? It starts by understanding your leadership style. To find out yours, take my free quiz “What Is Your Leadership Style” - you’ll immediately find out your default style, how it may be impacting your team and a few practical ways to become an even better leader. Just click on the link fill out your quiz and click submit.


    This podcast empowers international development and humanitarian NGO UN leaders to achieve high performance teams, fostering diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing, overcoming burnout and overwhelm, while maximizing impact and productivity.

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  • How to Lead Across Cultures Without Losing Your Impact (2026 Modern NGO Guide)
    Dec 8 2025

    Have you ever stayed silent in a meeting—not because you disagreed, but because “that’s just how things are done” in your organization or culture?

    If you’ve ever struggled between honoring your cultural norms and wanting to lead in a more empowering, modern way, this episode will help you understand why cultural expectations can both support and limit your leadership—and how you can navigate them intentionally to create stronger, more resilient teams.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • How cultural norms shape your leadership style—and when they might be holding you or your team back.
    • Why balancing hierarchy with empowerment leads to healthier, more effective teams.
    • Practical ways to adapt your leadership to your cultural context without losing your authenticity or impact.

    Press play now to learn how to lead confidently across cultures and create a team culture where people can thrive.

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    What Is Your Leadership Style? Free Quiz:

    Want to know how to lead better? It starts by understanding your leadership style. To find out yours, take my free quiz “What Is Your Leadership Style” - you’ll immediately find out your default style, how it may be impacting your team and a few practical ways to become an even better leader. Just click on the link fill out your quiz and click submit.

    This podcast empowers international development and humanitarian NGO UN leaders to achieve high performance teams, fostering diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing, overcoming burnout and overwhelm, while maximizing impact and productivity.

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    10 mins
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