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In this episode of The Power Between by Ideas for Leaders, host Roddy Millar speaks with David Liddle, Founder and CEO of The TCM Group | Putting People First™️, Founder & President of the People & Culture Association (PCA), and Founding CEO of Transforming Work, an expert in conflict resolution. David shares his journey from starting his business in 2001 to becoming a key figure in promoting people-first leadership and organizational culture. He discusses the importance of resolving conflict constructively and how creating positive, people-centered cultures can drive organizational success. David also highlights the challenges of shifting away from traditional grievance and disciplinary processes toward more effective and empathetic approaches to conflict management.

David shares how his work in conflict resolution helped shift organizational cultures toward people-first approaches. He explains how involving people in decision-making and focusing on communication and respect led to better outcomes in challenging situations. David shows how building trust, creating positive environments, and addressing conflict constructively helped organizations grow and thrive, leading to improved productivity and a stronger sense of purpose.

Key Topics:

• Building People-First Cultures: How David’s work in conflict resolution helped organizations shift toward a people-centered approach.
• Participative Leadership: Why involving teams in decision-making fosters trust and drives success in difficult times.
• Transforming Workplace Norms: How challenging outdated systems like grievance procedures led to more effective conflict management.
• Creating Positive Environments: How promoting respect, empathy, and clear communication helped organizations thrive.
• Sustaining Growth: How building a people-first culture helped organizations improve productivity and create stronger, more resilient teams.

Timestamps:

[00:00] Teaser

[01:17] David introduces his background in conflict resolution

[03:45] The link between organizational culture and productivity

[05:06] Senior leadership's role in shaping culture

[08:56] The impact of leadership at all levels

[14:18] Transforming workplace norms for a better future

[18:03] Introducing integrated people policies

[21:31] Re-thinking the employee handbook and traditional policies

[26:50] The need

If the themes in these podcasts resonate, and you sense your mid-level managers could benefit from deeper reflection and peer exchange, consider joining our monthly online community. Hosted by Roddy Millar, it’s a relaxed yet purposeful space where leadership challenges are unpacked with insight and camaraderie. Each session offers structure without rigidity, and conversation without jargon. To learn more or explore joining, drop us a line at: admin@ideasforleaders.com

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In this episode of The Power Between by Ideas for Leaders, host Roddy Millar speaks with Bernard Nikaj, a professor at RIT Kosovo (A.U.K) and former Kosovan ambassador to the European Union. Bernard shares his journey from working in Kosovo’s young government to leading its diplomatic efforts, including negotiations with the EU. He discusses the importance of participative leadership and how he empowered his teams by involving them in decision-making processes. Bernard highlights the challenges and rewards of building a country’s institutions and leadership culture from scratch.

Bernard shares how Kosovo’s young government built its leadership culture from scratch. He explains how involving people in decision-making and creating trust helped teams succeed in challenging times. Bernard shows how participative leadership, clear communication, and a shared purpose made people feel valued, work together, and achieve important milestones for the country.

Key Topics:

• Building Leadership from Scratch: How Kosovo’s young government grew leaders through real challenges and hands-on experience.
• Participative Leadership: Why involving teams in decision-making helps build trust and achieve goals faster.
• Institutional Growth: How creating clear values and a shared purpose helped Kosovo’s leaders grow strong together.
• Creating a Safe Space: How trust and open communication made it easier for people to speak up and share ideas.
• Sustaining Progress: How building leadership culture from the ground up helped Kosovo continue growing after independence.

Timestamps:

[00:00] Teaser

[01:14] Bernard’s entry into Kosovo’s government and diplomacy

[03:16] Kosovo’s early institution-building efforts

[07:21] Value of participative leadership

[10:33] Kosovo-EU negotiations and a new leadership approach

[15:13] Importance of shared decision-making

[19:35] Creating trade agreements and a collaborative culture

[23:21] Leading with transparency and shared authority

[28:17] Building trust and empowering teams

[30:22] Developing a lasting leadership mindset

[35:55] Transparency and communication in building trust

[39:16] Bernard reflects on the impact of his leadership approach

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If the themes in these podcasts resonate, and you sense your mid-level managers could benefit from deeper reflection and peer exchange, consider joining our monthly online community. Hosted by Roddy Millar, it’s a relaxed yet purposeful space where leadership challenges are unpacked with insight and camaraderie. Each session offers structure without rigidity, and conversation without jargon. To learn more or explore joining, drop us a line at: admin@ideasforleaders.com

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In this episode of The Power Between by Ideas for Leaders, host Roddy Millar speaks with Isaac Getz and Laurent Marbacher, co-authors of book “The Caring Company”. Isaac is a Speaker & Professor at ESCP Business School and Laurent is Founder of Esprit d'Entreprise. Together, they share insights from their five-year global study of companies that succeed by showing unconditional care to employees, customers, suppliers, and communities. They explain how this caring mindset builds trust, supports innovation, and helps companies thrive even in tough times.

Isaac Getz and Laurent Marbacher share ideas from their book “The Caring Company”, which looks at how businesses can succeed by showing real care. They explain how treating people with respect and kindness, without expecting anything in return, helps companies grow and build trust. They give examples of leaders and teams that create strong relationships with employees, customers, and communities. Isaac and Laurent show how this caring approach leads to better performance, loyalty, and lasting impact.

Key Topics:

The Meaning of Care: How treating employees, customers, and suppliers like friends builds trust and long-term success.

Unconditional Relationships: Why doing good without expecting a return creates stronger companies and communities.

The Role of Managers: How middle managers help bring caring values into daily work and support real change.

Removing Barriers: Why cutting unhelpful rules and measures lets teams focus on people and purpose.

Leading by Example: How leaders who serve others and stay close to real needs inspire lasting transformation.

Timestamps:

[00:00] Teaser

[01:19] Welcoming Isaac Getz and Laurent Marbacher

[02:21] How their partnership began

[05:23] Challenging self-interest in business

[09:22] Defining the caring company

[12:12] Unconditional care in action

[13:19] Care as core business, not philanthropy

[16:00] The radical nature of unconditional care

[18:00] Role of middle managers in care

[20:08] Example: Eisai’s patient-centered shift

[24:55] Removing barriers to care

[27:54] Example: Handelsbanken’s loan refusals

[34:43] Care during crisis: The Fruit Guys

[38:10] How care drives loyalty and performance

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