EP 30: Grant Calder, CEO and Co-Founder of Flyt.coach and The Roll

In this episode of Innovating Leadership, we sit down with Grant Calder, CEO and Co-Founder of Flyt.coach and The Roll, to explore the dynamic fusion of technology and executive coaching. With over 2,500 hours of coaching and a deep role in leadership education, Grant shares groundbreaking insights on leadership development, Technology's role in coaching, and how his SaaS platforms are transforming the coaching landscape. Chapters 00:32 Grant’s Introduction 05:15 Favorite food of Grant 07:37 Topic Introduction 07:56 How did Grant get into executive coaching and leadership development? 14:15 Challenges seen while building the executive coaching platform 22:52 Why is coaching important for leaders? 28:50 Utilisation of traditional coaching methods by technology in Grant’s experience 34:29 An example of how leadership programs Grant built impacted individuals and organizations 39:59 How does Grant ensure the coaching programs remain adaptive and relevant to current leadership needs? 43:08 Most common misconception about leadership development 46:10 Key traits that differentiate effective leaders in today’s fast-paced business environment 48:26 Trends in the evolution of leadership coaching over the next few years 50:17 What advice would you give to organizations looking to implement coaching programs for their leadership? 54:31 What future innovations in coaching technology is Grant most excited about exploring or implementing? 56:37 Closing Remark from Grant Don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful episodes! Guest Bio: Grant Calder is a seasoned leader in the executive coaching industry, with a diverse background spanning over two decades. As CEO of Flyt.coach, he spearheads cutting-edge innovations in coaching management, utilizing AI and data analytics to streamline operations and enhance outcomes. His work with The Roll has empowered leaders across 50+ countries, guiding organizations and individuals through tailored leadership development programs. A respected Head Coach at the Stockholm School of Economics and a partner at Paragon Leadership International, Grant has played a pivotal role in shaping leadership education and coaching globally, consistently driving transformational results for clients in multiple industries. 📢 Connect with Grant Calder LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/grantcalder/ The Roll: https://theroll.com/  Flyt Coaching Management Platform: https://www.flyt.coach/  📢 Connect with Majid Mahmood LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/majid-m/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/majidmofficial/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/majidmpage  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@majidmofficial