How to… escape The Money Trap with Alok Sama
The C-Suite Framework
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How to… scrutinize cyber preparedness as a non-cyber professional
The C-Suite Framework
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How to… Build Trust in Relationships
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How to be… Superadaptable
The C-Suite Framework
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How to approach Entrepreneurship through Acquisition
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Keywords leadership, crisis management, proactive approach, problem-solving, team dynamics Summary In this conversation, Charles Skinner emphasizes the importance of proactive leadership, especially in crisis situations. He advocates for leaders to confront challenges head-on rather than avoiding them, highlighting the need for clear communication and decisive action in managing teams effectively. Bio Charles Skinner is a veteran corporate turnaround specialist. He is currently CEO of Restore plc and author of the new book . He is “a businessman with vast experience of finding,...
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How to have hard conversations at work
The C-Suite Framework
Louise van Haarst and Alice Driscoll are highly experienced and in-demand leadership and performance coaches and conflict specialists. They are co-founders of leadership consultancy The Power House and co-creators of Smart Conflict®—an evidenced-based approach to handling hard conversations. They have recently released their book . Keywords conflict resolution, leadership coaching, hard conversations, communication skills, workplace dynamics, emotional intelligence, relational conflict, task conflict, executive coaching, Smart Conflict Summary In this conversation, leadership...
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Jon Bosco: How to maximise AI returns while minimising risk
The C-Suite Framework
Jon co-founded in 2000 alongside fellow Ernst & Young alumni, with a mission to deliver innovative Technology and Information Security services to Fortune 500 companies as well as dynamic mid-sized public and private organizations. For over a decade, Jon has been at the forefront of evaluating information systems and business processes across industries ranging from financial services and retail to entertainment. Jon has branched into industries outside of the typical CPA range - such as Recruitment, Human Resources, and AI implementation. A sought-after speaker, Jon regularly...
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How to run a Business with a Conscience
The C-Suite Framework
Clare Radford is the founder of & Culture consulting. An experienced consultant, and Occupational Psychologist, Ex EY Lane4, with twenty years of experience in culture change, leadership development and talent management, focusing on large scale transformational projects. 18 months ago, she walked away from a safe job, a steady salary, and a career she’d carefully built to start a consultancy to work with businesses who value their people as much as their profit and to see if it was possible to run a consultancy with a conscience. She has been named a finalist in the Great British...
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Navigating the Future of Risk Management with Michael Rasmussen
The C-Suite Framework
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Psychological Safety and Risk Culture with Julien Haye
The C-Suite Framework
The "C-Suite Framework" podcast dives deep into the world of corporate leadership by speaking with experts and C-Suite executives about key roles such as Operations, Risk, People, and Sustainability. Each episode dissects the challenges leaders face today, offering insights and practical takeaways for listeners looking to enhance their own careers. Balancing depth with fun, the podcast is both entertaining and informative, giving listeners a unique perspective into the dynamics of executive roles and how to navigate their own path to success. 🔎 Hosted by Jennifer Geary — former COO, CRO,...
info_outlineClare Radford is the founder of & Culture consulting. An experienced consultant, and Occupational Psychologist, Ex EY Lane4, with twenty years of experience in culture change, leadership development and talent management, focusing on large scale transformational projects.
18 months ago, she walked away from a safe job, a steady salary, and a career she’d carefully built to start a consultancy to work with businesses who value their people as much as their profit and to see if it was possible to run a consultancy with a conscience. She has been named a finalist in the Great British Entrepreneur Awards 2025.
Keywords
consultancy, culture change, leadership development, women in the workplace, human capital, AI in business, ethical business practices, return to work, learning experiences, entrepreneurship
Summary
In this episode of the C-suite framework podcast, Claire Radford shares her journey from a stable corporate career to founding her own consultancy focused on culture change and leadership development. With over 20 years of experience, Claire discusses the importance of valuing people in business, the challenges women face returning to work after maternity leave, and the need for human-centered leadership in an increasingly AI-driven world. She emphasises the significance of creating engaging learning experiences and the value of human capital in organisations. Claire also shares insights from her global experiences and the importance of ethical business practices.
Takeaways
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Claire Radford transitioned from a stable job to start her own consultancy.
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Her experiences in different cultures shaped her understanding of workplace dynamics.
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The importance of data collection in making informed career decisions.
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Creating memorable learning experiences is crucial in leadership development.
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Human-centered leadership is essential in today's work environment.
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AI should enhance human interaction, not replace it.
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Women returning to work face significant challenges that need addressing.
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Organizations often undervalue the implicit knowledge of their employees.
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Engagement in the workplace is linked to personal connections.
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Play and simulations can enhance learning and decision-making skills.
Sound bites
"If it's worth doing, it's worth paying for."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Claire Radford and Her Journey
02:46 Cultural Insights from Global Experience
05:46 The Courage to Start Anew
08:23 Navigating Ethical Business Practices
11:14 The Importance of Human-Centered Leadership
14:19 AI and the Human Element in Workplaces
16:59 Supporting Women Returning to Work
19:37 The Value of Human Capital
22:42 The Role of Play in Learning
25:24 Final Thoughts and Future Aspirations