Made Not Born with Alison Chadwick

A podcast about learning to be a great modern leader. Alison talks to some inspiring leaders about the lessons they've learned that we can all apply as we navigate our own leadership journeys. In this episode, Alison talks to the talented Jonah Disend, founder of LA-based production company Complementary Colors. Jonah's career took him from advertising strategist to entrepreneurial leader, as Founder of the successful innovation consultancy, Redscout. In 2020 Jonah founded Complementary Colors, where he continues his entrepreneurial and creative journey with a mission to create culturally significant stories. In their lively conversation, Jonah and Alison talk about seeing the value in the collective vs the talented individual, the power of mic drop moments, how entrepreneurial leaders can learn to empower, and more.

A podcast about learning to be a great modern leader. Alison talks to some inspiring leaders about the useful lessons they've learned that we can all apply as we navigate our own leadership journeys. In this episode, Alison catches up with the impressive yet accessible leader, Bill Scott. Bill is MD of Accenture Song, CEO of Droga5 London and a permanent fixture on Campaign's annual Top 10 suits list. In his role, Bill oversees around a thousand people and takes his responsibility for unleashing all of this talent (across the UK, Ireland and South Africa) incredibly seriously. During their conversation, Alison and Bill explore whether there's such a thing as being "too nice", the alchemy of divergent thinking when harnessed well and why we should seriously consider casting not staffing.

A podcast about learning to be a great modern leader. Alison talks to some inspiring leaders about the useful lessons they've learned that we can all apply as we navigate our own leadership journeys. In this episode, Alison speaks to the much loved and admired leader Rhonda George-Denniston. Rhonda is the Chief Learning and Development Officer for TBWA Worldwide, having risen through the ranks to join the C-suite in 2021. Rhonda’s mission is to empower individuals to craft and live their best lives and in this episode she talks to Alison about her passionate belief that if you develop the whole person, a better leader will emerge. This episode highlights the superpowers of intentionality and empathy in leadership and Alison and Rhonda explore why meaningful connections matter now more than ever.

Bring your attention to your breath in this grounding, calming ten minute guided meditation with mindfulness pioneer and coach Michael Chaskalson, recorded especially for Made Not Born.

A podcast about learning to lead now. Alison talks to some inspiring leaders about what modern leadership means to them and the useful lessons they’ve learned that we can all apply as we navigate our own leadership journeys. In this episode Alison talks to mindfulness pioneer, author and coach Michael Chaskalson about how a mindfulness practice can help leaders pay attention to the things that matter. In this fascinating chat Michael and Alison talk about purpose-driven leadership, the superpower of curiosity and how even a ten minute daily practice can be transformational for modern leaders.  You’ll also find a simple but deeply grounding ten minute meditation recorded for us by Michael to download separately.

A podcast about learning to be a great modern leader. Alison talks to some inspiring leaders about the useful lessons they've learned that we can all apply as we navigate our own leadership journeys. In this episode, Alison speaks to the effervescent Amy Ferguson all the way from NYC. Amy is the newly-appointed Partner and CCO of Special U.S. with an impressive track record leading creative departments to great success, most recently at TBWA\CHIAT\DAY. In this episode Amy and Alison talk passionately about kindness vs fear when you're leading for creativity and remind us that being ourselves is not only the best option, it is the only option.

A podcast about learning to be a great modern leader. Alison talks to some inspiring leaders about the useful lessons they've learned that we can all apply as we navigate our own leadership journeys. In this episode, Alison speaks to Marc Nohr, portfolio chairman, coach, mentor and co-founder of highly successful UK integrated agency Kitcatt Nohr.  In this episode Marc and Alison explore the magic of growth mindset, the importance of rituals and the power of experimentation as a leadership methodology.

A podcast about learning to be a great modern leader. Alison talks to some inspiring leaders about the useful lessons they've learned that we can all apply as we navigate our own leadership journeys. In this episode, Alison speaks to Sacha Deshmukh, CEO of Amnesty International UK. They talk about leading through complexity, the importance of decisiveness in leadership and how much it matters to build a thriving culture at work.

A podcast looking at the fascinating journeys of some inspiring leaders, mining their experience for lessons we can all apply as we navigate our own leadership journeys. In this episode, Alison speaks to Nick Hulley and Nadja Lossgott, Joint Chief Creative Officers of AMV BBDO. They discuss what it truly means to lead from the inside out, the sweet spot between chaos and order and what is possible when you believe in creativity without fear.

A podcast looking at the fascinating journeys of some inspiring leaders, mining their experience for lessons we can all apply as we navigate our own leadership journeys. The second series of the Made Not Born podcast kicks off with Alison interviewing Natalie Graeme, Co-Founder of Uncommon Creative Studio.Described as "the door kicker of a generation", Natalie is an inspiring and dynamic modern leader with an impressive track record. In this conversation, Natalie shares with Alison the secret to her successful partnership with co-Founders Nils and Lucy, explains why momentum matters, and teaches us how to get rid of a mouse problem!

A podcast about learning to lead for creativity. I'm talking to some inspiring creative leaders with great stories to share about their 'made not born' leadership journey.Today's guest is Liz Taylor, MD of Media Arts Lab EMEA, the advertising agency dedicated to working with Apple.A truly inspiring modern leader, Liz leads for world-class creativity with both deep empathy and impressive rigour. Bringing courageous openness and a wealth of practical wisdom to our conversation, Liz talked with me about how important it is to create a high-trust, high-empathy culture if you want to enable creativity, and the value of looking for the lessons in every situation. A truly inspiring conversation to end this first series of Made Not Born with.I hope our conversation will give you a little fuel for your own made not born journey.

A podcast about learning to lead for creativity. I'm talking to some inspiring creative leaders with great stories to share about their 'made not born' leadership journey.Today's guest is Peter Souter, Chairman of TBWA London and a successful writer for stage, screen and radio. Peter is an inspiring, talented and generous creative leader and he brought so much warmth, wit and wisdom to our chat. We talked about the value of coaching, how important it is to embrace difference, and why being a great creative leader is partly about being a fan of other great creative people.I hope our conversation will give you a little fuel for your own made not born journey.

A podcast about learning to lead for creativity. I'm talking to some inspiring creative leaders with great stories to share about their 'made not born' leadership journey.Today's guest is Hanisha Kotecha, Chief Client Officer at the London based independent advertising agency Creature. Super smart, modest and full of thoughtful integrity, Hanisha was a delightful guest who embodies so much of what good modern leadership is about. We talk about the importance of leading with real authenticity, the admirable aim of nurturing the people who work for you so that 'they leave better than when they joined', and why it's OK not to know all the answers as a leader.I hope our conversation will give you a little fuel for your own made not born journey.

A podcast about learning to lead for creativity. I'm talking to some inspiring creative leaders with great stories to share about their 'made not born' leadership journey.Today's guests are Jo Carr and James Gordon-MacIntosh, co-Founders of the highly successful London PR agency Hope & Glory.Impressive, insightful and full of helpful leadership lessons, Jo and James are as aligned in their partnership as they are different in their personalities. An inspiring example of a modern leadership partnership that really works. We talk about the importance of appreciating difference in a partnership, how codifying your culture from the start helps you keep it strong through challenging times, and what it takes to keep the creative bar consistently high.I hope our conversation will give you a little fuel for your own made not born journey.

A podcast about learning to lead for creativity. I'm talking to some inspiring creative leaders with great stories to share about their 'made not born' leadership journey.Today's guest is Kenneth Barlage, MD of New York based creative content studio MATTE Projects. Super smart, effortlessly engaging but still endearingly modest, Kenneth is a great example of an authentic and deeply human modern leader. We talk about leading for creativity with a supportive style, the importance of pacing yourself and staying positive through a change journey and how we all need to rediscover our boundaries at this point in the pandemic.I hope our conversation will give you a little fuel for your own made not born journey.

A podcast about learning to lead for creativity. I'm talking to some inspiring creative leaders with great stories to share about their 'made not born' leadership journey.Today's guest is Caitlin Ryan, VP at Facebook, Creative Shop EMEA. Pioneering, principled and passionate about leading for business-transforming creativity, Caitlin is an inspiring modern leader and full of practical wisdom. We talk about leading diverse talents with empathy, how to take creative people with you through change journeys and why curiosity is a modern leadership superpower.I hope our conversation will give you a little fuel for your own made not born journey.

A podcast about learning to lead for creativity. I'm talking to some inspiring creative leaders with great stories to share about their 'made not born' leadership journey.Today's guest is the inspiring Samantha Wright, SVP of Social Impact at film company Participant. Combining world-class creativity with world-changing activism, Participant creates entertainment that genuinely does good, through their Oscar-winning films and the powerful social impact campaigns they create around them. Samantha leads those campaigns with integrity, intelligence, warmth and purpose. We talk about the power of a 'shared why' in aligning the efforts of a talented team, how values help you lead with conviction and why an empowering leader is more gardener than carpenter.I hope our conversation will give you a little fuel for your own made not born journey.

A podcast about learning to lead for creativity. I'm talking to some inspiring creative leaders with great stories to share about their 'made not born' leadership journey.Today's guest is Jay Osgerby, designer and co-Founder with his partner Ed Barber of acclaimed industrial design studio Barber Osgerby. Thoughtful and modest in style yet fiercely committed to pushing the boundaries of design creativity, Jay leads innovative design collaborations from endlessly recyclable chairs to stunning gallery installations. We talk about how important team dynamics are, always looking forwards not backwards, and why 'think big' is a mantra to lead by.I hope our conversation will give you a little fuel for your own made not born journey.

A podcast about learning to lead for creativity. I'm talking to some inspiring creative leaders with great stories to share about their 'made not born' leadership journey.Today's guest is Chaka Sobhani, Chief Creative Officer of Leo Burnett London & Fallon. Inspiringly passionate, fiercely talented and a trailblazer for diversity, Chaka is a true modern leader. We talk about learning to balance authenticity with adaptability, and the importance of creating an environment where people can bring their whole hearts to work and the impact that has on creativity.I hope our conversation will give you a little fuel for your own made not born journey.

A brand new podcast about learning to lead for creativity. I'm talking to some inspiring creative leaders with great stories to share about how they've learned to lead.Today's guest is Richard Brim, Chief Creative Officer of adam&eveDDB. Richard brings a compelling blend of talent and humility to his leadership. We talked about some of the things that help create a culture where creativity thrives, including the power of positive energy and the crucial difference between good and bad fear.I hope our conversation will give you a little fuel for your own made not born journey.To find out more about Alison Chadwick, visit www.growpeople.co.uk.