#029 Empowering Leadership with Tony Jamous

Podcast Episode: Empowering Leadership with Tony JamousIn our latest podcast episode, we dive deep into the heart of leadership with Tony Jamous, the visionary CEO and co-founder of Oyster, a unicorn company revolutionizing global employment.Tony shares his inspiring journey from building and scaling Oyster and Nexmo (now Ericsson) to creating a company culture prioritising mental health, sustainable growth, and global opportunities for all.We passionately discuss the importance of leading with purpose and passion, stressing the need for leaders to truly know their teams and lead by example. He emphasises the necessity of intentional vulnerability, explaining how it fosters trust and authenticity within a team. He also highlights the critical balance between leadership and followership, reminding us that seeking constant recognition isn't the hallmark of effective leadership.Our conversation covers creating a supportive work environment that addresses burnout, prioritises mental well-being, hears insights on the power of self-reflection and mental downtime, illustrating how these practices can enhance leadership effectiveness and overall team productivity.Tune in to hear Tony Jamous' valuable perspectives on empathetic leadership, innovative HR strategies, and the future of work.Whether you're a seasoned leader or aspiring to make a mark in your field, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you lead with empathy, support your team's mental health, and drive sustainable growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How They Lead (Lessons Learnt at the Rockface of Leadership) podcast aims to evolve the way people perform by showcasing a variety of examples of high performance, sharing stories of people who have done “firsts in the world”, and highlighting amazing guests who represent ‘high performance’ in their own right.Hosted by Ben Stocken who is highly skilled in creating innovative and straightforward strategies to help individuals realize their maximum potential. Benjamin Wade, on the other hand, equips him with top-notch leadership tools andtechniques that are tailored to promote commercial growth, profitability, and efficiency. Together, they are a powerful duo that is set to inspire and educate listeners to take their organizations to the next level.Our goal focuses on the three elements of the leadership triangle: Self-Leadership, Team Leadership, and Followership. So we can deliver engaging and inspiring content that motivates our listeners to take action towards improving their leadership skills and qualities. Including those who deliver training services and those looking to elevate their organizations to a higher level.Join us as we explore new ways to evolve the way we perform!If you enjoyed our podcast today, please take a moment to subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favourite podcast platform. Don't forget to visit our website for more exclusive content. And reach us at Hello@thewestpeak.com to connect with you on a more personal level.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.