Hosted by Laura MacDonald · 🇺🇸 US · EN-GB · 44 episodes
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Welcome to The Leaders Podcast, where we empower people-centred leaders to create a lasting impact on themselves and those around them. In each episode, host Laura MacDonald dives deep into the four essential pillars of leadership: mindset, influence, change, and growth. Laura shares her personal experiences, insights, and lessons learned on pivotal leadership topics that resonate with aspiring and seasoned leaders alike, and features inspiring guest leaders from diverse industries and corners of the globe. Join us as they share their unique stories, invaluable expertise, and actionable strategies related to our core pillars. Whether you're seeking to sharpen your leadership skills or looking for fresh perspectives, The Leaders Podcast is your go-to resource for growth and transformation. Tune in and embark on a journey of impactful leadership!
Laura MacDonald hosts The Leaders Podcast, a business show with 44 episodes published.
After an unexpected cancer diagnosis in January 2026, host Laura MacDonald returns to the podcast to share a deeply personal story - not about illness, but about leadership. In this special episode, recorded during what
In this round table episode, Laura is joined by Jenni Field - internal communication and leadership credibility expert, author of the multi-award nominated Nobody Believes You , co-host of the Frequency podcast, and co-f
In this powerful roundtable discussion, host Laura welcomes back two exceptional leadership experts - Joanna Rawbone, TEDx speaker and owner of Flourishing Introverts, and Jacqui Frost, ICF-accredited coach and director
Start 2026 with renewed leadership intention. In this episode, we explore why leaders default to quick fixes and easy options, and why choosing the harder, more impactful route is what transforms teams and builds lasting
In this special anniversary episode of The Leaders Podcast, we celebrate a year of insights, strategies, and growth with 39 episodes and 24 inspiring guests. Laura dives deep into the art of reclaiming your time, energy,
Bad Managers Aren’t Born — They’re Built In this episode, Laura unpacks the uncomfortable truth: bad management is often a product of organisational systems, not personal flaws. From promoting technical experts without l
In this episode of The Leaders Podcast, Laura welcomes Rebecca Sangster-Kelly, principal consultant, coach, and owner of Studium Consulting, for a candid and insightful conversation on stakeholder relationships and commu
In this special round table episode of the Leaders Podcast, host Laura MacDonald is joined by an inspiring panel: Drew Povey (DPC Limited), Zoe Thompson (Phoenix Coaching Limited), and Tony Smith (former GB Rugby League
In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of people-centred leadership and the growing pressures faced by today’s leaders. Discover why self-motivation is the most essential skill for anyone in a leadersh
In this enlightening episode of the Leaders Podcast, host Laura MacDonald welcomes Anita Arscott Brookes - Licensed Menopause Champion, Insights Discovery practitioner, and founder of Arscott Brookes Consultancy. Togethe
In this episode of the Leaders Podcast, host Laura MacDonald welcomes Rachel Morgan-Trimmer, founder of Firebird, TEDx speaker, and author of "How to Be Autistic", for an honest conversation about neurodiversity at work
In this episode of The Leaders Podcast, we dive deep into the unique journey of solopreneurship and the powerful lessons it offers about leadership. Drawing from five years of personal experience, I explore how leading a
In this powerful return to The Leaders Podcast after a summer break, we dive deep into the “invisible work” of leadership - the behind-the-scenes decisions, emotional labour, and subtle actions that hold teams together a
In this very special milestone episode, I’m diving deep into what truly makes a high-performance team, using the inspiring journey of England’s Lionesses as a real-world example. Discover why effectiveness, not just effi
This week on The Leaders Podcast, I’m interviewing Tarnia Gonzo, a technology change consultant and founder of T+S Consulting. We discuss the integration of AI in business, focusing on how it affects job roles, the balan
In this enlightening episode of The Leaders Podcast, host Laura MacDonald converses with Tas Bhamji, the founder of Office Real Talk, an executive in the banking sector, and a public speaker. The discussion revolves arou
This episode debunks the notion that empathy, optimism, and hope are naivety in leadership. Through reflections on a talk by Jacinda Ardern, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, it demonstrates how these qualities are c
In this engaging episode of the Leaders Podcast, I sit down with Michael Hubbard, Director of Questions at 'Make Your Habits,' to delve into the importance of habit building for both personal and professional growth. Mic
In this engaging and insightful episode of the Leaders Podcast, Laura MacDonald welcomes Emma Berry Cowling, an executive coach, trainer, facilitator, and entrepreneur owning Excellence Executive. They delve into the ess
This episode delves into the intricacies of emotional intelligence (EI) and its profound impact on both personal and professional realms. You’ll learn about the importance of self-awareness, self-management, empathy, and
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The Leaders Podcast is hosted by Laura MacDonald. The show is categorised under business (management) and has published 44 episodes.
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