#481 Glenn Poulos and Niels Brabandt: Why Sales Leaders Must Never Sit in the Lobby
The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc / NB Networks
Release Date: 02/22/2026
#516 Leading and Motivating Your Recruiters: Why Recruiting Is Harder Than Ever | Niels Brabandt
The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc / NB Networks
Has recruiting really become easier, or is this one of the most dangerous leadership myths in today’s business environment? In this episode, Niels Brabandt analyses the current state of recruiting and explains why more applicants do not translate into less work. Discover how increased application volumes create operational complexity, why poor candidate communication damages your employer brand, and how misaligned business and recruiting processes lead to lost talent. Learn how to lead and motivate your recruiters effectively by implementing structured processes, eliminating single points...
info_outline
#515 How To Find The Right Advice – Evidence-Based Leadership Decisions | Niels Brabandt
The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc / NB Networks
How to find the right advice is one of the most critical leadership challenges in modern business. In this episode, Niels Brabandt explains how decision-makers can identify credible expertise, avoid common selection mistakes and implement evidence-based leadership decisions. This episode covers: - how to distinguish between training, coaching and consulting - why experience, qualification and scientific foundation are essential - how to avoid confirmation bias and poor advisor selection - how to implement transparent decision-making processes Host: Niels Brabandt / Contact Niels Brabandt: ...
info_outline
#514 Guest Interview with Eli Igra Serfaty: Why LinkedIn Is Essential for Business Growth | Niels Brabandt Podcast | Leadership and B2B Strategy
The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc / NB Networks
In this episode, leadership expert Niels Brabandt speaks with LinkedIn strategist Eli Igra Serfaty about the strategic importance of LinkedIn for business leaders, organisations, and B2B growth. LinkedIn has evolved into the leading global platform for professional influence, with over 1.3 billion users and millions of decision-makers. It is no longer just a recruitment tool. It is a critical driver of visibility, trust, and business opportunity, and increasingly a key layer in AI-driven search and answer engines. This episode explores: - Why LinkedIn is essential for decision-makers and...
info_outline
#513 The Half-Life of Knowledge and Experience: Why Leadership Must Continuously Adapt | Niels Brabandt Leadership Podcast
The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc / NB Networks
How long does knowledge remain relevant in modern business? And when does experience become a liability rather than an asset? In this episode, Niels Brabandt explores the concept of the half-life of knowledge and experience and its profound implications for leadership and organisational success. Decision-makers must understand that knowledge depreciates rapidly, and only continuous learning ensures sustained performance. Key topics: - The half-life of knowledge in fast-changing industries - The role of experience in complex environments - Why leaders resist change despite...
info_outline
#512 The Autonomous Business: How AI Agents Drive Growth | Interview with Philippe Theunissen | Niels Brabandt Leadership Podcast
The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc / NB Networks
Artificial Intelligence is transforming how businesses operate, scale, and compete. In this episode, Niels Brabandt speaks with AI expert Philippe Theunissen, author of “The Autonomous Business”, about how agentic AI is enabling a new era of business growth. Learn how organisations can leverage AI agents to automate execution, enhance productivity, and create competitive advantage. Key topics: - What defines an autonomous business - How AI agents transform execution and operations - The current window of opportunity for AI adoption - Common mistakes when implementing agentic...
info_outline
#511 Why Your Recruiters Are Crucially Important: Leadership, Candidate Experience and the Primacy-Recency Effect | Niels Brabandt
The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc / NB Networks
Why do organisations consistently fail in recruiting despite significant investment? In this episode, Niels Brabandt explains why recruiters are one of the most critical yet underestimated success factors in modern organisations. Drawing on the primacy-recency effect, this episode demonstrates how first and last impressions determine candidate decisions and why poor recruiter performance leads directly to talent loss. Key insights include: The strategic role of recruiters in organisational success Why candidate experience determines hiring outcomes Common leadership failures in recruiting...
info_outline
#510 AI, Gen Z and Leadership: How to Navigate Change and Decision-Making Under Pressure | Niels Brabandt interviews Dr. Kelly Monahan
The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc / NB Networks
How should leaders respond to artificial intelligence, generational change, and increasing decision pressure? In this episode, Niels Brabandt interviews Dr. Kelly Monahan to explore how leadership is being fundamentally redefined by AI, Gen Z expectations, and accelerated decision-making. This conversation provides evidence-based insights for decision-makers who need to lead through uncertainty and complexity. Key insights include: How AI is democratising intelligence and reshaping leadership Why smaller, AI-enabled teams outperform traditional structures The Gen Z paradox and its impact on...
info_outline
#509 Leadership Burnout: The Hidden Risk in Modern Organisations | Niels Brabandt
The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc / NB Networks
Leadership burnout is a growing but often overlooked risk in today’s business environment. In this episode, Niels Brabandt explores the root causes of leadership burnout, including rising complexity, role inflation, hybrid work challenges, and the lack of formal leadership education. Key topics include: - What is leadership burnout and why it matters - The impact of AI and organisational complexity - Role inflation and permanent visibility - Hybrid leadership and boundary management - Leadership science as a strategic solution Host: Niels Brabandt / Contact Niels Brabandt: Niels...
info_outline
#508 Why Podcasting Is Crucial For Your Business – The Smartest Growth Strategy | Niels Brabandt interviews Gal Ko
The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc / NB Networks
In this episode of the Leadership Podcast, Niels Brabandt speaks with podcasting expert Gal Ko about why podcasting has become one of the most powerful tools for business growth and influence. This episode explores how leaders can leverage podcasting strategically without the need to launch their own show. Key topics include: - Why executives increasingly rely on podcasts for decision-making - Why starting a podcast is often the wrong approach - How to leverage existing podcasts to build authority - The multiplier effect of podcast content - How to identify high-quality podcast opportunities...
info_outline
#507 Presenting and Pitching – How Leaders Win Decisions | Niels Brabandt interviews Frankie Kemp
The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA MSc / NB Networks
In this episode of the Leadership Podcast, Niels Brabandt interviews executive communication expert Frankie Kemp on how to present and pitch effectively in leadership roles. This episode explores why most pitches fail and how leaders can influence decisions in high-stakes environments. Key topics include: - Why pitching is a core leadership skill - The common mistakes in presentations and slide-based communication - How to reduce cognitive load for decision-makers - A structured approach to effective pitching - The importance of adapting to your audience - How emotion and storytelling drive...
info_outlineWhat separates exceptional sales leaders from average performers?
In this executive leadership podcast, Niels Brabandt interviews Glenn Poulos, LinkedIn Top Voice, entrepreneur, and author of Never Sit in the Lobby.
You will learn:
Why presence and discipline define leadership credibility
Why leaders must learn to say no to strengthen authority
How disciplined communication improves leadership effectiveness
Why curiosity, discipline, and resilience determine success
How brand positioning influences leadership outcomes
This episode is essential listening for executives, founders, and decision-makers responsible for business growth and leadership.
Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com
Contact with Niels Brabandt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/
Niels Brabandt's Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/
Niels Brabandt's Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/