The Change Lead

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The Change Lead Podcast is the channel to provide you with the insight needed to get things done in a rapidly changing and complex world. Learn all the skills of change leadership without having to work for years in a change role. Get insights on how leaders get difficult things done in a world disrupted by technology, geo-politics and and new ways of working. Connect with the community: https://www.thechangelead.com/ Courses: https://www.thechangelead.com/all-courses

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February 17, 202441 min

#52 Becoming your own boss with Chris Folayan | The Change Lead Podcast

Becoming your own boss ======= Today's episode is centred around a question, or you could say a desire many people have. Becoming your own boss. Many leaders and even aspiring leaders have this desire. A desire to become their own boss. This may even be you. Perhaps you have a desire to become your own boss. You may even have a plan to become your own boss. Well, discussing this with me today is Chris Folayan. Chris is an serial entrepreneur with 4 exits. Chris is also an author, mentor and keynote speaker. In this episode, we delve into the topic of becoming your own boss. So, stay tuned, I’m sure you will find this valuable. ======= Guest: Chris Folayan Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisfolayanbusinessstrategist/ Guest Website: https://www.foundercentered.com/ Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.TheChangeLead.com

February 10, 202443 min

#51 Avoid the heartache of ignoring AI's untapped potential with Ajay Malik | The Change Lead Podcast

Avoid the heartache of ignoring AI's untapped potential ======= In 1943, Thomas Watson, then the president of IBM famously, or should I say infamously predicted that there was a world market for only five computers. Well, we all know how wrong that was. We are faced, yet again, with another wave of technology, artificial intelligence. So, here is a question. How can we avoid the mistake of IBM? How can we avoid the heartache of ignoring the untapped potential of AI. To discuss this with me is Ajay Malik. Ajay is the CEO of Secomind.ai. He is a recognised thought leader in the field of AI and technology, with over 90 patents to his name and two influential books published. In this episode, Ajay and I have a conversation on how to avoid the heartache of ignoring AI’s untapped potential. Stay tuned, I’m sure you will enjoy it. ======= Hype Cycle Image: https://www.thechangelead.com/spaces/9303032/feed Guest: Ajay Malik Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/artofai/ Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.TheChangeLead.com

February 3, 2024Episode 5029 min

#50 Innovation in times of disruptive change with Derek Ariss - Part 2 | The Change Lead Podcast

Innovation in times of disruptive change ============ This episode is a continuation of my conversation with Derek Ariss. Derek is truly passionate about innovation. His journey is filled with adventure, experimentation and continuous learning. This episode concludes my conversation with Derek on “Innovation in times of disruptive change”. So, hold on tight, this will add new value to your life and career. ============ Guest: Derek Ariss Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekariss/ Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.TheChangeLead.com

January 27, 2024Episode 4938 min

#49 Innovation in times of disruptive change with Derek Ariss - Part 1 | The Change Lead Podcast

Innovation in times of disruptive change ============ How can we respond to disruptive change? What can we do when we face challenges and opportunities that defy normal boundaries? Is it possible to innovate in times of disruptive change? To discuss this with me is Derek Ariss. Derek is the Head of Innovation Education at Lightbulb Capital. Derek is also a Lecturer at Singapore Management University. In addition to being a speaker and trainer, Derek is a mixed media artist. In this episode, Derek and I have a conversation about “Innovation in times of disruptive change”. So, hold on tight, this will be interesting. ============ Guest: Derek Ariss Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekariss/ Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.TheChangeLead.com

December 3, 202340 min

Effective Leadership in a Changing World with Dr. Flo Falayi | The Change Lead Podcast

Effective Leadership in a Changing World ============ Leadership matters. In our rapidly changing world, effective leadership can be the difference between success and irrelevance. So, what does effective leadership look like in a changing world? How can leaders, at all levels learn to be effective as our world changes? To discuss this with me is Dr Flo Falayi. Dr. Flo is a dynamic leadership psychologist, executive coach, and inclusion strategist. He is a well-respected thought leader focused on helping leaders and organizations become better versions of themselves and more inclusive. In this episode, Dr Flo and I have a conversation on Effective Leadership in a Changing World. Stay tuned, I am sure you will enjoy it. ============ Guest: Dr. Flo Falayi Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drflofalayi/ Guest Website: https://drflofalayi.com/ Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.TheChangeLead.com

November 27, 202337 min

Effective communication with Ryan J. Warriner | The Change Lead Podcast

Effective communication for leaders dealing with change ============ Picture this, you lead a team or a project. You have a truly brilliant idea, and you need to get this across. This requires effective communication. To discuss this with me is Ryan J. Warriner. Ryan is an Author, Executive Trainer, Coach and Professor. Ryan believes upskilling and cross-skilling is the key to unlock potential. In this episode, Ryan and I have a conversation on Effective Communication for leaders dealing with change. Stay tuned, I am sure you will find this valuable. ============ Guest: Ryan J. Warriner Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanjwarriner/ Guest Website: https://ryanjwarriner.com/ Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.TheChangeLead.com

November 26, 202334 min

The Strategic Project Leader with Fola F. Alabi | The Change Lead Podcast

Projects are vehicles of transformation. A business with plans to integrate a newly acquired company will run an integration project to achieve this transformation. A family with plans to relocate from... let's say Paris to London will run a relocation project to achieve this transformation. Individuals and companies use projects as vehicles of transformation. The more strategic project leaders are, the more effective and long lasting the resulting transformations become. So, what does it mean to be a strategic project leader? Can we all become strategic project leaders? To discuss this with me is Fola F. Alabi. Fola is a lifelong project leader. In the words of Fola, “Life in and of itself is a project”! As a keynote speaker and podcast host, she brings a wealth of insight to what it means to be a strategic project leader. In this episode, Fola and I have a wonderful conversation about The Strategic Project Leader. I hope you enjoy it. Guest: Fola F. Alabi Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/folafalabi/ Guest YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FolaAlabi Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.TheChangeLead.com

November 26, 202341 min

Soft Skills for Leadership and Change with Diana Kawarsky | The Change Lead Podcast

Technical skills may get you the job, but soft skills can make or break you as a leader. We can even go as far as saying soft skill are really the hard skills. This is particularly true when leading and navigating change. So, here’s a question. How can we apply soft skills to become successful at leadership and change? To discuss this with me is Diana Kawarsky. Diana is President of The Soft Skills Group. She is a senior training & development professional with over 20 years of experience in delivery, design & consulting with Fortune 500 companies, Universities & Colleges in Canada, USA, Europe, and Asia. Diana is also the author of two books – Soft Skills Volume 1 and The Soft Cs. In this episode, Diana and I have a conversation about Soft Skills for Leadership and Change. I’m sure you will enjoy it. Guest: Diana Kawarsky Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianakawarskytssg/ Guest Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7brl44q7Vpfu8TWH94IM2W?si=03a3fb42db0f4f3a Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.TheChangeLead.com

November 26, 202334 min

Biking and Business - with Jason Orloske | The Change Lead Podcast

So, here is a question for you? What lessons from riding a bike can we apply to business, leadership and projects? What can biking teach us about change? To discuss this with me is Jason Orloske. Jason is a transformational leader. He uses effective project portfolio management to bridge the gap between organisational strategy and operational excellence. In this episode, Jason and I have a conversation about biking and business. Stay tuned, I’m sure you will find this insightful. Guest: Jason Orloske Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-orloske-mpm-pmp-csm-cm/ Guest Blog: btgconsulting.biz/ Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.TheChangeLead.com

October 7, 202329 min

Leadership in a complex world with Beatrix Eder | The Change Lead Podcast

The real challenges of our day our complex challenges. Whether it is the implications of machine learning or the need to transition away from fossil fuels, the real challenges leaders need to deal with our complex. So, here’s a question. What does it mean to be a leader in a complex world? To discuss this with me is Beatrix Eder. Beatrix is an award-winning Leadership Coach, Facilitator and Speaker. She works with seasoned and emerging leaders, helping them to become more competent and confident in practicing Inclusive Leadership. In this episode, Beatrix and I have a conversation about leadership in a complex world? So, stay tuned, I’m sure you will enjoy it. Guest: Beatrix Eder Guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beatrixeder/ Guest Website: https://beatrixedercoaching.com/about-bea/ Host: Babatope Ipinyomi Host LinkedIn: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatope-ipinyomi⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.TheChangeLead.com