How to Reinvent Yourself Without Losing Who You Are

Send us Fan MailPlease subscribe via the Podcast links aboveImagine that you're enjoying all the trappings of success, including financial prosperity, when one day you get a call from the Justice Department. They inform you that they have evidence that your financial prosperity comes from dark dealings in the world of international business. What do you do? Well, this was what happened to my guest, Richard Bistrong. Despite cooperating with the authorities, Richard ended up spending fourteen and a half months in a US Federal Prison Camp for his crimes. During this period, he had a lot of time for reflection and managed to read over 60 books! Richard decided to reinvent himself and start a new career advising organisations on how to prevent their people from falling foul of corrupt practices. Along the way, he has won several awards for his work. It's a classic tale of the poacher turned gamekeeper. What's all this got to do with Leading People? Actually, quite a lot!There's a saying that the fish rots from the head. Leaders bear a huge responsibility when their people get exposed to corruption and, according to Richard, have a duty to ensure that they prepare their people well for situations where they may be tempted to take ethical risks. In our conversation, he tells his story and explains how to ensure that you or someone you know doesn't get compromised as he did. Meet your host, Gerry MurrayShow LinksConnect with Richard on LinkedInVisit Richard's websiteLearn more about his work with MastercardConnect with Gerry on LinkedIn Check out Gerry's websiteMake Better Talent decisions with Wide CircleEnjoyed this episode? The Leading People Community is where these conversations continue to flourish. Free to join — Book reviews, Leading People Café recordings, Podcast episode previews, and a growing group of active HR and L&D professionals, leaders, and coaches who take their work seriously. Join the Leading People CommunityConnect with Gerry on LinkedIn