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In this bitesize episode of the After Dinner Leadership Podcast, our host Simon reflects on what it truly means to Bring Light — both in the choices we make as leaders and in the way we show up for others. Through quiet intention and everyday actions, Simon explores how choosing light can shape our leadership and the cultures we create. Pull up a chair and join the conversation. Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

In this episode of After Dinner Leadership, Simon is joined by Amy Jacobson, author of The Emotional Intelligence Advantage, to explore why EQ is essential for leaders. Amy shares five practical steps to strengthen emotional intelligence, from building self-awareness to improving relationships and handling pressure with greater clarity. Packed with real-world insights and actionable ideas, this conversation shows how anyone can develop the skills at the heart of effective leadership. Pull up a chair and join Simon and Amy around the table for a practical guide to raising your EQ. Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Pull up a chair and join in as Simon and Ryan discuss their word for the year in 2026 and what excites them heading into the new year. Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Join us around the After Dinner Leadership table as we talk about all things 2025 and reflect on the journey of this podcast and some of the interesting things we have read and listened to this year. Pull up a seat and join the conversation. Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

In this episode of the After Dinner Leadership podcast, Simon sits down with Amos Balongo, a keynote speaker and communication coach. Together, they explore the lessons Amos wishes he had learned earlier in his leadership journey and the transformative power of giving back to help aspiring leaders thrive. Pull up a seat and join the conversation! Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

In this episode, we return to episode 87 and delve more deeply into the three leadership lessons Greg McKeown wishes he had learnt earlier and he shares insights that continue to shape his thinking and his work.  Pull up a chair and join the conversation. Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Joining Simon on this episode of After Dinner Leadership is Carolina Pola, CEO of STAb Therapeutics. Together, they talk about the importance of being intentional with how we spend our time and the value of being truly present. They also explore the power of belief — and how leaders serve as purveyors of hope. Pull up a chair and join the conversation. Carolina Pola Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Joining Simon around the After Dinner Leadership table is business strategist Terry Healey, who at just 21 was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer that left him with a facial difference. Together, they explore how gratitude shapes true resilience and the powerful lessons Terry has learned along the way. Terry Healey The Resilience Mindset Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Joining Simon around the virtual dinner table in this episode is communication strategist and author Maria Garaitonandia. Together, they explore the three lessons she wishes she’d learned earlier in her career and delve into how her CLEAR framework helps untangle the complexities of communication. Pull up a chair and join the conversation. Maria Garaitonandia Untangling Communication Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Joining Simon at the After Dinner Leadership table is Niels Jensen, who currently leads the DACH region for C3 AI. Together, Simon and Niels explore the pivotal experiences from Niels’ successful career that have shaped his approach to management and leadership. Their conversation touches on the power of being fully present in our interactions and the enduring importance of human connection in an increasingly digital world. Pull up a chair and join the conversation! Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Joining Simon around the After Dinner Leadership table is a Leadership and Family Coach, and author of The Elephant in the Family Room. Together, they explore the unique dynamics of working within family-owned businesses, uncovering both the legal frameworks that safeguard success and the emotional regulation that sustains relationships. Pull up a seat and join this insightful conversation. Rene Sonneveld The Elephant in the Family Room Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Joining Simon around the After Dinner Leadership table is Joe Davis, a former Boston Consulting Group Managing Director & Senior Partner who once led BCG’s operations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico and served on the firm’s Executive Committee.  Together, they explore the generous leader, offering direct feedback as a gift, discerning the right moment to give it, and embracing deep, patient listening as the quiet acts that create space for others to truly flourish. Joe Davis - Linkedin joedavis.com The Generous Leader Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Returning around the virtual dinner table with Simon Fagg is Tim Lupinacci, CEO of Baker Donaldson. Together, they explore the idea of “leadership aroma” - the atmosphere leaders create through the way they show up each day. Tim shares the journaling practices that help him lead with intention, and draws on themes from his new book Everybody’ Leads. Everybody Leads Tim Lupinacci Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Pull up a chair for another serving of After Dinner Leadership, as Simon welcomes returning guest Alex Porter back to the table. After years at the helm of the Essex Rebels volleyball programme, Alex has recently stepped away from coaching – and in this reflective and energising conversation, he shares the lessons he’s taking with him from the journey. Together, they explore the realities of building a performance culture, leading young adults, and some of the proud dad moments from Alex's time at the University of Essex. Send us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!

Pull up a chair and join Simon around the After Dinner Leadership table as he’s joined by Hillary Spiritos, founder of Bat Outta Hell. In this episode, Simon and Hillary explore what it really means to lead with authenticity—especially in the often uncertain years of early adulthood and the first steps of a career. Hillary shares her love of motivational sport films and how she helps her clients to identify and lead with their values first rather than conforming to social norms or expectations. Together, they reflect on the courage it takes to chart your own path and why authenticity isn’t just a buzzword but actually a leadership advantage. Contact Hillary: Website: https://batouttahell.net/TikTok/Instagram: @bat.outta_hellCalendly: https://calendly.com/batouttahellSend us a text Connect with us on LinkedIn Follow us on Instagram Subscribe on YouTube If you would like to feature on the Podcast, please get in touch! mailto: [email protected] Thank you for listening!