• E10 | The Power of Prioritising People with Henri Snijders
    Nov 21 2023

    In this episode of Radical Transformation Mike Swetman talks to Henri Snijders, Chief Transformation Officer at Cohesive. They discuss Henri's journey from starting his career in logistics and supply chain to founding his own digital consultancy and eventually selling the business to Cohesive where he now leads transformation efforts.

    They discuss how Henri ensures Cohesive maintains a family culture as the business grows through acquisition, emphasising listening to employees and valuing different perspectives. Henri also provides insights into how Cohesive helps clients adopt new technologies through early employee involvement and addressing concerns about change.

    In this episode you will hear:

    • How to adopt new technologies in your business
    • How to improve the lives of your employees using technology
    • How new technology impacts businesses
    • How to tell if your employees are happy
    • How to find the best digital transformation solutions and partners

    For more information about Morpheus Talent Solutions and what we do, head to https://www.morpheus-group.com/

    Radical Transformation is the podcast series where we talk to the leaders transforming the future of their organisations and changing the way we live and work.

    In a rapidly changing world, our discussions focus on the insights learned along the way by our guests, their backgrounds, the challenges they are overcoming and the trends they are setting.

    This podcast is for people who want an edge when transforming their own organisations and are looking for insight and inspiration from other industries.

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    41 mins
  • E9 | Leading With Lean with Philip Holt
    Nov 7 2023

    In this episode of Radical Transformation Mike Swetman talks to Philip Holt, Business Transformation Leader and COO at Leading with Lean.

    They discuss Philip's journey in lean transformation and the key lessons he has learned along the way. Philip shares his experience of having a career-changing moment in 2008 when he visited Japan with Philips and realised how little he knew about truly applying lean principles. He discusses the importance of focusing on people engagement and the four leadership styles - activism, visibility, coaching and "mosquito" - required for successful lean transformation.

    In this episode you will hear:

    • Philip's first exposure to lean principles and tools as an engineer
    • The metaphor of violinist Joshua Bell and how it relates to lean leadership
    • Examples of putting people at the centre of the transformation vision
    • Advice for listeners looking to provide lean leadership in their organisation

    For more information about Morpheus Talent Solutions and what we do, head to https://www.morpheus-group.com/

    Radical Transformation is the podcast series where we talk to the leaders transforming the future of their organisations and changing the way we live and work.

    In a rapidly changing world, our discussions focus on the insights learned along the way by our guests, their backgrounds, the challenges they are overcoming and the trends they are setting.

    This podcast is for people who want an edge when transforming their own organisations and are looking for insight and inspiration from other industries.

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    39 mins
  • E8 | Transactional vs Transformational Leadership with Susan Power
    Oct 23 2023

    In this episode of Radical Transformation Mike Swetman talks to Founder & CEO of PowerUp Leadership Susan Power.

    They discuss Susan's journey from starting her career in banking to founding two successful businesses and how she is now disrupting the leadership coaching industry through PowerUp Leadership. Susan shares how she is focused on creating 1 million inspired leaders through carefully selecting coaches and clients, tracking impact, and developing a leadership framework to guide her coaching programs.

    In this episode you will hear:

    • Susan's early entrepreneurial experience
    • The difference between transactional and transformational leadership
    • How PowerUp Leadership selects coaches and clients to ensure goal progress
    • Susan's advice for selecting a leadership coach and what's important
    • Tips for aspiring coaching entrepreneurs on collaboration opportunities

    To learn more about Susan’s work with PowerUp Leadership check out https://powerupleadership.ca/

    For more information about Morpheus Talent Solutions and what we do, head to https://www.morpheus-group.com/

    Radical Transformation is the podcast series where we talk to the leaders transforming the future of their organisations and changing the way we live and work.

    In a rapidly changing world, our discussions focus on the insights learned along the way by our guests, their backgrounds, the challenges they are overcoming and the trends they are setting.

    This podcast is for people who want an edge when transforming their own organisations and are looking for insight and inspiration from other industries.

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    32 mins
  • E7 | Using AI to Disrupt the Insurance Industry with Chaz Perera
    Oct 9 2023

    In this episode of Radical Transformation Mike Swetman talks to Chaz Perera Co-founder & CEO, Roots Automation.

    Chaz discusses his career journey from working at AIG to founding Roots Automation. He explains how he saw an opportunity to leverage AI and automation to help insurance companies drive efficiency, reduce claims leakage, and solve talent shortages. Chaz also discusses how Roots Automation is disrupting the insurance industry and helping customers remove manual work and make better decisions through the use of “digital coworkers.”

    In this episode you will hear:

    • What made Chaz start Roots Automation
    • How does Roots Automation disrupt the insurance industry
    • Advice for building trust between humans and AI/digital coworkers
    • The skills that are important for thriving in a tech startup

    For more information about Roots Automation, head to https://www.rootsautomation.com/

    For more information about Morpheus Talent Solutions and what we do, head to https://www.morpheus-group.com/

    Radical Transformation is the podcast series where we talk to the leaders transforming the future of their organisations and changing the way we live and work.

    In a rapidly changing world, our discussions focus on the insights learned along the way by our guests, their backgrounds, the challenges they are overcoming and the trends they are setting.

    This podcast is for people who want an edge when transforming their own organisations and are looking for insight and inspiration from other industries.

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    51 mins
  • E6 | Disrupting the International Expansion Industry with Randy Worzala
    Sep 25 2023

    In this episode of Radical Transformation Mike Swetman talks to Randy Worzala, co-founder of HSP Group, about disrupting the international expansion industry.

    They discuss Randy's background rising through the ranks of the finance BPO sector before realising there was an opportunity to streamline the process of setting up operations globally using technology. Randy shares stories of helping companies enter challenging locations and insights into some of the common mistakes made during international expansion. Listeners also learn about Randy's early days bagging groceries and the life lessons he still draws from that first job.

    In this episode you will hear:

    • The story of founding HSP Group during the pandemic
    • How Randy spotted an opportunity to disrupt the industry
    • How HSP use technology to enable fast global expansion
    • What considerations you should make before international business expansion
    • Life lessons Randy has drawn from his early experiences

    To learn more about HSP and how they can assist with your global expansion, head to: https://hsp.com/

    For more information about Morpheus Talent Solutions and what we do, head to https://www.morpheus-group.com/

    Radical Transformation is the podcast series where we talk to the leaders transforming the future of their organisations and changing the way we live and work.

    In a rapidly changing world, our discussions focus on the insights learned along the way by our guests, their backgrounds, the challenges they are overcoming and the trends they are setting.

    This podcast is for people who want an edge when transforming their own organisations and are looking for insight and inspiration from other industries.

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    42 mins
  • E5 | The Most Engaging Management Strategies with Dr. Nick Miesen
    Sep 4 2023

    In this episode of Radical Transformation, host Mike Swetman talks to Dr. Nick Miesen, Global Head of Digital Operations at Henkel.

    Miesen discusses his work leading Henkel's efforts to digitally transform their operations across 124 sites. He shares details on building a diverse team in Singapore, strategies for change management and workforce engagement. Miesen also provides insights from establishing roles to capturing frontline feedback. The discussion covers Henkel's vision for standardised, data-driven and predictive operations enabled by digital tools and analytics. Miesen offers advice for navigating multicultural teams and balancing work with an international relocation.

    In this episode you will hear:

    • How is Miesen building a diverse "Euro Avengers" team in Singapore to lead the transformation
    • What change management strategies is he finding most effective for engaging the workforce
    • How has he developed a "value owner" role to better capture needs and feedback
    • What is Henkel's long term vision for standardised, data-driven and predictive operations
    • What tips does Miesen provide for leading change across cultures in a multinational company

    For more information about Morpheus Talent Solutions and what we do, head to https://www.morpheus-group.com/

    Radical Transformation is the podcast series where we talk to the leaders transforming the future of their organisations and changing the way we live and work.

    In a rapidly changing world, our discussions focus on the insights learned along the way by our guests, their backgrounds, the challenges they are overcoming and the trends they are setting.

    This podcast is for people who want an edge when transforming their own organisations and are looking for insight and inspiration from other industries.

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    41 mins
  • E4 | The Role of Goal-Setting and Mindset In Successful Transformations with Alastair Horn
    Aug 14 2023

    In this episode of Radical Transformation, Mike Swetman talks to Alastair Horn, a seasoned Transformation Director and Executive Coach, about the essential components of successful change.

    The key to radical transformation is clear goal-setting and having a coaching mindset. Mike and Alastair speak on the trends in the transformation industry with a focus on the coaching mindset's role in driving radical transformation.

    Alastair speaks on the significance of clear and purpose-led goals right from the start of any transformative journey. Drawing from his extensive experience, he highlights the role of a coaching mindset in navigating complexity, fostering capacity, capability, and confidence in change initiatives. Alastair points to examples, such as HomeServe and Bank of Ireland to show the importance of actively listening to frontline agents, partners, and customers to yield effective solutions.

    In this episode, you will hear:

    • The importance of clear and purpose-led goals in successful transformations

    • What risks are involved when starting on a transformative journey without a clear destination

    • How to cut through complexity and foster capacity, capability, and confidence in change efforts

    • How the coaching mindset plays a role in transformation

    • The importance of solutions-oriented thinking and purpose-driven change

    • Industry trends & future predictions for radical transformation

    For more information about Morpheus Talent Solutions and what we do, head to https://www.morpheus-group.com/

    Radical Transformation is the podcast series where we talk to the leaders transforming the future of their organisations and changing the way we live and work.

    In a rapidly changing world, our discussions focus on the insights learned along the way by our guests, their backgrounds, the challenges they are overcoming and the trends they are setting.

    This podcast is for people who want an edge when transforming their own organisations and are looking for insight and inspiration from other industries.

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    36 mins
  • E3 | Dreams Really Do Come True with Lisa King
    Jul 31 2023

    In this episode of Radical Transformation, Mike Swetman sits down with Lisa King OBE, the CEO of Dreams Come True.

    Lisa shares what led her to the charity sector and how she played a pivotal role in transforming Refuge from a small organisation into a household name.

    She speaks about the challenges she faced during the pandemic, particularly the momentous creation of the national domestic abuse helpline. Lisa highlights the importance of being agile and creative during difficult times. She also discusses the impact of getting press coverage on the BBC and the crucial role played by public and corporate partners in promoting her company's message.

    Lisa emphasises the significance of passion and purpose in the workplace, offering valuable life and business lessons she learned along the way. She speaks about her vision for the charity in the next five years and encourages people to get involved with Dreams Come True to help children with special needs.

    In this episode you will hear:

    • What inspired her to work in charity
    • How the COVID-19 pandemic affected the national domestic abuse helpline
    • How Dreams Come True supports children
    • The strategies Dreams Come True uses to support children with special education needs

    Find out more about Dreams Come True and Lisa’s work there: https://www.dreamscometrue.uk.com/

    For more information about Morpheus Talent Solutions and what we do, head to https://www.morpheus-group.com/

    Radical Transformation is the podcast series where we talk to the leaders transforming the future of their organisations and changing the way we live and work.

    In a rapidly changing world, our discussions focus on the insights learned along the way by our guests, their backgrounds, the challenges they are overcoming and the trends they are setting.

    This podcast is for people who want an edge when transforming their own organisations and are looking for insight and inspiration from other industries.

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    42 mins