In this episode of the Impactful Teamwork Podcast, host Julia Felton delves into the crucial topic of reinvention and its importance for businesses in 2026 and beyond.

Julia discusses the concept of reinvention as a mindset shift akin to moving from a fixed to a growth mindset. She provides insights on how reinvention can serve as a systemic approach to thriving in chaos, much like nature continually adapts.

Julia also introduces a practical framework—the four R's of reinvention: reflect, reimagine, recalibrate, and repeat. Highlighting significant statistics and offering practical tips, this podcast aims to equip you with the tools to make reinvention a core part of your business strategy.

Tune in to learn why reinvention is no longer just a buzzword but a critical aspect of corporate leadership.

00:00 Introduction to Impactful Teamwork

00:46 Reinvention: The Key to Business Survival

01:48 Understanding the Reinvention Mindset

09:00 The Business Lifecycle and Reinvention

17:34 The Four Rs of Reinvention

21:10 The Importance of Reinvention in Leadership

23:46 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of 'Impactful Teamwork,' host Julia Felton welcomes Maria Brink, founder and president of Zynergy International. The discussion centres on the need for a shift from traditional, hyper-masculine leadership models to more balanced, inclusive, and ecologically mindful approaches.

Maria shares insights from her book, 'The Leadership We Need,' emphasising the importance of incorporating diverse voices, widening circles of connection, and balancing masculine and feminine leadership traits.

The conversation also explores the concept of 'poly crises' and what can be learned from indigenous and animal leadership structures. Both Julia and Maria highlight how AI and modern challenges necessitate a more empathetic, adaptive, and inclusive form of leadership moving forward.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

01:52 The Evolution of Leadership Culture

05:21 Mindset Shifts for Sustainable Leadership

05:45 The Three Pillars of Modern Leadership

08:03 Balancing Masculine and Feminine Traits

11:33 The Role of AI in Future Leadership

17:54 Unconscious Bias in Leadership

21:15 Addressing the Poly Crisis

21:40 The Impact of Monopolised Leadership

22:45 Understanding the Public Crisis

24:02 The Role of AI and Biotechnology

26:34 Leadership Lessons from Nature

30:38 Insights from Indigenous Populations

34:38 The Importance of Belonging and Connection

36:23 Conclusion and Book Information

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In this episode of Impactful Teamwork, the host delves into the impact of AI in business, emphasising the importance of human vitality over machine functionality.

Drawing on insights from Daniel Priestley and ancient Stoic virtues, the discussion highlights how AI assumes repetitive tasks, leaving humans to bring their unique energy, authenticity, and leadership to the table. The episode encourages leaders to transition from managing tasks to fostering team vitality, using AI as a partner to enhance overall performance and overcome modern challenges like burnout and misalignment.

00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings

00:11 Exploring the Impact of AI in Business

01:30 AI's Role in Repetitive Tasks vs. Human Vitality

02:34 Leadership Challenges in the AI Era

03:09 Functionality vs. Vitality in Modern Teams

03:45 The Shift from Functional Work to Generative Work

10:05 Historical Perspective: Stoic Virtues and Modern Teamwork

11:11 Applying Stoic Virtues in Today's Teams

17:32 Daniel Priestley's Model on Functionality

24:58 The Role of Leaders in the AI World

27:09 Conclusion and Future Vision for Teams

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