Today I’m interviewing Mike Hobday on The Power Within podcast. Mike has spent his career at the sharp end of transformation as an international CEO, former IBM General Manager, AI and transformation leader, board advisor and executive coach. So naturally, we’ll be talking about AI. But not just as a technology story. Because the more I watch this moment unfold, the more I believe this: AI is not the real leadership crisis. The real crisis is what AI is revealing: It is reve

We often talk about success as if it only moves one way: upward. More status. More money. More recognition. More visible progress. But nature tells a different story. A tree grows in two directions. Its roots grow downward into the dark, damp, unseen ground. This is called gravitropism - the natural tendency of roots to grow with gravity, seeking stability, water, and strength. At the same time, its branches grow upward toward the light. This is called phototropism - the inst

The Space Between Knowing and Leading - What Greek Mythology Taught Me About Modern Leadership There’s a moment every leader recognises. You’re faced with a situation that doesn’t have a clear answer. The playbook doesn’t quite fit. And the pressure to appear certain is high. For years, I believed leadership meant having the answer. It was only much later standing in places like Delphi in Greece where the ancients went not for answers, but for interpretation that I began to s

Leadership is not just a title or a position. It’s a journey of growth, self-discovery, and continuous improvement. If you’ve ever wondered how some leaders seem to navigate challenges with ease, inspire their teams effortlessly, and drive lasting impact, the secret often lies in one powerful tool: coaching. Specifically, coaching for leadership growth can transform managers into visionary leaders who unlock their full potential. Imagine having a trusted partner who helps yo