6: Ikigai and Your Higher Purpose

The Chief Executive Optimist · 2021-08-25

Gareth speaks with Ian Windle, author of recently-published book 'The Leadership Map' and co-host of the Gritty Leaders Club podcast.

As well as a deep-dive into several principles put forward in the book, Ian and Gareth discuss Ian's 2018 TEDx talk on having 'An Unreasonable Dream', the revelations that come from his work with business leaders in the Peer Advisory Group he chairs, and his admiration of Asian business culture, high-performing sportspeople and those who challenge the status quo.

Touching on numerous sources of leadership theory, this episode namechecks several inspiring books, such as :

Blue Zones, by Dan Buettner Vivid Vision, by Cameron Herold Fear Less, by Dr Pippa Grange
You can learn more about Ian's work at www.ianwindle.com

The Chief Executive Optimist

The Chief Executive Optimist Podcast delivers resilience recipes for leaders and high-performers, helping to preserve your sanity and humanity in a paradigm of relentless change. Launched in the midst of the COVID19 pandemic, the series focuses on mindset hacks and development tools for values-driven businesses in the post-pandemic globalised economy, where importance is placed on integrity, sustainability, respect and societal impact.

Business Transformation Consultant and Coach, Gareth Hawkins, welcomes guests to discuss topics on the themes of Conscious Capitalism and Inclusive Leadership, as well as exploring emerging trends and the challenges of management.

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