99 Kindness as a Leadership Superpower with Ruth Wells

Welcome to The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, where we explore the art and impact of self-aware leadership. In this episode, host Nia Thomas sits down with Ruth Wells, the CEO of Headway Devon—a leader who truly embodies leading with both head and heart. Ruth’s approach to leadership centers on kindness, authenticity, and the courage to balance accountability with empathy. Together, they explore why kindness is an underrated leadership skill, how to let organizational values live beyond the poster on the wall, and the power of vulnerability and observation in supporting a thriving team.Ruth shares candidly about her journey, touching on the challenges and rewards of creating a culture where people are supported as individuals, seen for their humanity, and encouraged to grow—even when times are tough. If you’re looking for honest insights on compassionate leadership, practical ways to build self-awareness in yourself and your team, and the importance of learning from feedback, this conversation will inspire you to lead with intention and care.Tune in for an episode packed with reflections, practical advice, and heartfelt stories about what it really means to make a difference as a leader.Find out more about Headway Devon here: LINKConnect with Ruth on LinkedIn here: LINKSupport 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!