The Courageous Leaders Podcast
The Courageous Leaders Podcast aims to inspire leaders to step into their courageous zone, be the leader they know they can be and discover the mindset skills and behaviours to take their leadership to the next level.
So listen in, get inspired on how you can grow your leadership impact. Leave a legacy you can be proud of, and build an environment for future leaders to thrive.
Who is Joanna Howes?
Joanna Howes is an award-winning international coach, behavioural expert, specialising in leadership and performance coaching and No 1 best selling international co-author.
Her focus is to help individuals and teams activate their full potential, so they can step into their courageous zone to maximise their influence, build their resilience and take the action needed to become high performers and future-ready leaders.
Joanna is a unique phenomenon within her industry, with over 20 years’ experience working internationally with some of the world's most awarded advertising agencies and leading them to operational and leadership success. Her blend of both innovative operational and transformative change solutions empowers organisations to create environments that are supportive and fearless for their employees.
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Episodes
159 episodes
Are You a Busy Leader or an Effective Leader?
Have we forgotten how to think as leaders?This is the question I’ve been exploring in nearly every coaching session lately.In this solo episode, I’m diving into why deep thinking has gone missing in modern leadership and how the addi...
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Season 23
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Episode 150
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6:22
The Fast and The Curious with Sophie Devonshire
What happens when you put a high-velocity leader in the hot seat?Unexpected insights...Surprising confessions...We fired off rapid-fire questions at Sophie Devonshire, and she didn’t hold back:⚡️The best piece of car...
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4:03
How Top Leaders Make Faster, Smarter Decisions | Sophie Devonshire
The best leaders don’t just manage time; they master energy and here’s how. Sophie Devonshire, CEO of The Marketing Society, shares the mindset shifts, leadership habits, and bold strategies that drive high-velocity success. Discover ho...
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Season 22
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Episode 149
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42:55
How Bold Decisions Shape Great Leaders – Paul Coxhill’s Career Lessons
Paul Coxhill, Chief Operating Officer, LIONS & President, LIONS Intelligence, shares how taking bold leaps, navigating uncertainty, and embracing creativity shaped his leadership journey. From saying ‘yes’ to an unexpected opportunit...
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Season 22
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Episode 148
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42:33
How to Take Control of Your Career with confidence | Kerttu Inkeroinen
Kerttu Inkeroinen, Marketing & E-commerce Director at Lucky Saint, shares her unconventional career journey from Coca-Cola to scale-ups, why she quit without a backup plan, and how she intentionally shaped her leadership style.She re...
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Season 22
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Episode 147
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37:55
The Fast and The Curious with Trevor Robinson
Listen to the end. It's priceless.What happens when you put a creative legend in the hot seat?Unexpected answers. Hilarious moments. And maybe… a slight misunderstanding about Mo Salah’s tongue.We threw rapid-fir...
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7:03
Feel like you don’t belong? - Trevor Robinson OBE: From outsider to creative legend
Trevor Robinson OBE, founder and CCO of Quiet Storm, The mind behind "You've Been Tango’d" and Haribo's iconic ads, shares his journey from feeling like an outsider to founding Quiet Storm and championing diversity. Discover his insight...
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Season 22
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Episode 146
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1:02:11
How to Balance Empathy & Accountability as a Leader
Finding the right balance between empathy and accountability is one of the biggest challenges leaders face. Lean too much into empathy, and performance drops. Focus too much on accountability, and you risk creating a culture of fea...
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Season 21
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Episode 145
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8:28
Xavier Rees: How to Lead, Take Risks & Stay True to Yourself
Ever wondered what it's like to leave a successful career and start over? Xavier Rees, CEO of AMV BBDO, shares his bold leap of faith and the lessons he learned along the way. He discusses taking risks, embracing challe...
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Season 21
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Episode 144
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50:36
Why I Put My People First: A CEO's Honest Take on Culture
What's the secret to leading a successful team? It might not be what you think. Jessica Hargreaves, CEO of PrettyGreen, reveals her unconventional approach to leadership, sharing powerful insights on risk-taking, delegation, and...
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Season 21
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Episode 143
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38:17
No Confidence? No Leadership: Build Self Belief with Katy Wright
Katy Wright, CEO of FCB London, shares her unique journey from aspiring pilot to advertising leader. She offers valuable insights on building self-belief, embracing challenges, and creating a thriving workplace culture.Discover how Katy ...
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Season 21
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Episode 142
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41:44
How to Stop Decision Paralysis in Leadership Teams
"Decision by committee" is killing productivity and stifling innovation. In this episode, I explore the common pitfalls of this approach and offer practical strategies to help leadership teams make faster, more effective decisions....
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Season 21
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Episode 141
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6:31
The Truth About Creativity: Why It’s More Valuable Than Data with Sir John Hegarty
In this episode, we're joined by the legendary Sir John Hegarty, Iconic Founder and Creative of Bartle Bogle Hegarty (BBH) and The Garage Entertainment, and a pioneering figure in the world of advertising. He shares his journey and philosophy o...
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Season 21
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Episode 140
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41:49
A CEO’s relentless drive to achieve and be ‘enough’: Sam Budd
Sam Budd, CEO of the Buddy Media Group, recognised as one of TechGround's top 20 entrepreneurs in 2024. Join us as Sam delves into the impact of childhood trauma on his leadership style. He shares how he turned his personal adversities in...
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Season 20
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Episode 139
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58:37
Building Confidence, Finding Your Voice, and Embracing Your True Self with Amy Kean
In this episode of The Courageous Leaders Podcast, we chat with Amy Kean, CEO of Good Shout and bestselling author. Amy brings her bold energy and honesty as she shares her journey of overcoming toxic environments, finding confidence, and stayi...
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Season 20
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Episode 138
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47:11
How Creative Leadership Drives Business Success with Rob and Lolly
In this episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I speak with Rob Doubal and Laurence (Lolly) Thomson, Global CCOs at M&C Saatchi.With 17 years of collaboration, they share lessons on leadership, creativity, and adaptability, from...
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Season 20
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Episode 137
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59:21
Emotional Intelligence and Team Trust with Dr Steven Stein
In this episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I speak with Dr. Steven Stein, a Clinical Psychologist, Best-selling Author, and Founder of MHS. With decades of experience advising the military, corporations, and even TV shows, Dr. Stein sha...
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Season 20
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Episode 136
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41:05
3 Simple Strategies to Kickstart 2025 with Clarity and Focus
In this episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast, I share three powerful, yet simple strategies to help you achieve success in 2025.With practical advice and personal insights, this episode will help you approach the year ahead with cl...
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Season 20
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Episode 135
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6:41
What Does Courageous Leadership Mean? An End-of-Year Special
As we wrap up 2024, this special episode of the Courageous Leaders Podcast celebrates the powerful insights shared by our incredible guests this year. As the founder of The Change Creators, I’ve put together this compilation to share my...
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Season 20
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Episode 134
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31:25
Stop Wasting Time: The Efficiency of Clear and Direct Leadership with Karen Martin
Karen Martin, CEO of BBH London and Agency Leader of the Year 2021, delves into the changing perceptions of hard work across generations, the vital role of feedback in leadership, and how much more efficient we could be if we embraced directnes...
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Season 19
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Episode 133
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37:09
How Understanding Yourself Makes You a Better Leader with AJ Coyne
AJ Coyne, VP of Marketing at Monzo, shares his journey of aligning personal values with career goals and balancing work with family life.He talks about his move from Klarna to Monzo due to a values misalignment and gives honest insights...
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Season 19
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Episode 132
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38:55
7 Simple Leadership Tips You Can Apply Immediately
In this solo episode, I share seven practical tips inspired by a recent client transformation day. These are small, actionable changes that can help you strengthen your leadership approach and prevent common challenges. From taking personal res...
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Season 19
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Episode 131
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13:52
When Doors Close, Open Your Own: Shira Jeczmien’s Media Entrepreneurship
In this episode, Shira Jeczmien, Founder & CEO of SCREENSHOT Media, shares her journey of starting the company at just 27. With “naive optimism” and family support, Shira turned a university project into a thriving media business. We talk a...
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Season 19
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Episode 130
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43:41
Unlocking Every Voice: How Miranda Hipwell Creates Inclusive Leadership
Miranda Hipwell, CEO adamandeveDDB shares her leadership insights on building trust through consistency, empowering teams to elevate performance and her perseverance through setbacks, leading to career growth. We Cover: 0...
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Season 18
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Episode 129
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44:53
Building Success While Battling Self-Worth: Sam Budd’s Story
This week, we are joined by Sam Budd, Founder and CEO of Buddy Media Group, for one of the most courageous conversations yet on the podcast. Sam opens up about his personal battles with self-worth, navigating life when everything seemed...
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Season 18
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Episode 128
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45:53
