97 Don’t Panic, Pivot: Flexibility Under Pressure with Ruth Hallett

In this episode, host Nia Thomas is joined by Ruth Hallett, an expert in turning bold ideas into reality with over 25 years of experience leading transformative change across the commercial and public sectors. Ruth’s career spans roles at KPMG, Virgin Atlantic, Barclays, Marks & Spencer, the NHS, local authorities, charities, and more, making her uniquely qualified to blend academic rigor and technical expertise with a deeply people-centered approach.Together, Nia and Ruth explore the importance of self-awareness in leadership, exploring how reflective practice, emotional intelligence, and adaptability are essential for successful teams and impactful change. Ruth shares powerful insights from her own journey, including pivotal moments of self-discovery, the value of external coaching, and how to foster psychological safety and trust within teams, even when facing challenging or stalled projects.If you’re a leader or aspiring changemaker seeking practical tips on building strong, resilient teams and leading with authenticity, this conversation is filled with actionable advice, real-world examples, and inspiring stories. Plus, you’ll hear about creative facilitation methods like LEGO Serious Play and strategies for maintaining well-being amid the demands of modern work.Tune in to discover how self-aware leadership can drive better outcomes for people, projects, and organizations!Connect with Ruth here: LINKCheck our Ruth's website here: LINKAccess free resources from Jo Hall here:  LINKConnect with Virginie Frezel for coaching:  LINK______________________________________________Related Knowing Self Knowing Others Episodes5 Humanising the Workplace with Scrum with Gunther Verheyen3 Agile Working for Self Aware Leadership with Donald Henderson and Sathpal SinghSupport the showFind Out MoreThanks for joining me on my learning journey! Until next time... Find out About me Connect on LinkedIn Sign up to my Newsletter Rate and ReviewOnce you've taken a listen please leave a rate and review on your favourite podcast player. A little word from you means a big deal to me!