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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The Courageous Leaders Podcast
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 how to make faster decisions, embrace rejection, and lead with impact. If you want to step up as a leader, this episode is a game-changer.
We Cover:
00:34 – Overcoming self-doubt: The role of coaching & self-trust
05:11 – How top leaders use mentors (and why you should too)
10:30 – Big career moves: How to make the right decision faster
16:19 – The secret power of belonging in leadership
21:50 – Why energy management beats time management
28:06 – Courage vs. caution: The bold mindset that creates success
34:48 – Reframing rejection: How to turn failure into your greatest asset
39:09 – Fear of criticism: Why it’s holding you back and how to fix it
41:54 – Final thoughts: The leadership challenge for YOU
Don’t miss out on this powerful episode.
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