Beyond Potential Podcast
Beyond Potential is an entertaining, informative and immersive podcast about how individuals, teams, and organisations, can maximise their performance and be at their absolute best. If you’re a CEO, Chief HR Officer, senior leader, or just aspire to become more effective, and happier in your role, then this is the podcast for you.
Tom Emery, Founder of HEX, has teamed up with good friend and colleague Tom Mason CEO of Potentia Leadership. Together, they’ve created the Beyond Potential Podcast.
They provide observations and expertise, and hear from diverse and interesting guests with great stories. You can subscribe through your favourite podcast platform and join us for insights, inspiration, and hopefully a few laughs along the way.
S1 E16: TED talks, organisational psychology, and entrepreneurship with Adele Stickland
This week the Toms are joined by Adele Stickland, Organisational Psychologist, Coach and TEDx speaker. We learn all about the fascinating work she is doing as an Organisational Psychologist, the entrepreneurial journey she’s been on and her plans for the future. We hope you enjoy the episode.
S1 E15: The power of networking and community with Andrew Bennie
We're talking to Andrew Bennie who by day, is a Senior Investment Director at wealth management firm Brooks Macdonald, but outside work, he is the co-founder of Manchester Young Professionals.
MYP's purpose is to provide dynamic young people with the tools they need to connect and develop in their chosen industries, while also providing them with access to a multifaceted community that supports their career goals.
S1 E14: Incredible insights from a business psychologist with Dr Amanda Potter
In this fascinating conversation, the Toms grill renowned business psychologist, Dr Amanda Potter, about business psychology and the value it can bring to organisations in assessing, identifying, and developing their talent. Plus, the concept of psychological safety and why it’s so important.
S1 E13: The importance of workplace wellbeing with Dr Mahrukh Khwaja
This week the Toms are joined by Dr Mahrukh Khwaja, founder of the award-winning wellness startup Mind Ninja. Mahrukh shares her fascinating career journey which has taken her from qualified dentist through to business founder and leading workplace wellness expert.
S1 E12: Being a business athlete – the power of wellbeing and personal sustainability on high performance with Leanne Spencer
This week the Toms welcome Leanne Spencer to the podcast. Leanne is a keynote speaker, author, TEDx speaker, and even a Bear Grylls Survival instructor. Leanne shares her story which took her from City trader to wellbeing expert.
S1 E11: Authenticity in leadership - the Toms discuss
We hear a lot about the importance of authenticity in leadership, but what's the reality?
In this episode, the Toms talk about authenticity, both in the context of their own leadership journeys, and in the clients that they work with.
S1 E10: Becoming the CEO - with Andy Morris
This week the Toms talk to another brilliant guest. Andy Morris is CEO of Cirencester Friendly Society.
Andy tells us about his fascinating career and he discusses the differences in culture across investment banking and mutuals, and how he managed the challenge of taking on the role of CEO.
S1 E9: Coaching, mentoring, or a bit of both - the Toms discuss
It’s just the Toms this week as they get into a subject close to their hearts.
As professional coaches, they often reflect on how they work with clients. Do they always coach, do they sometimes get into mentoring, and is this ok?
S1 E8: Making teams thrive - with Steve Salee
In this episode, we welcome Steve Salee, who heads up Wildfire Strategies, a team of skilled consultants, facilitators and coaches dedicated to helping teams and leaders develop and build trusting relationships so that they can enact dynamic change in their organisations.
S1 E7: First steps into leadership - the Toms discuss
It's just the Toms this week for a Toms Talk episode about stepping into a first or new leadership role. They chat about their own early experiences of leadership and give some of their tips on how to make the transition into leadership smoothly and effectively.
S1 E6: Taking opportunities when they come with Zoe Holland MBE
Zoe is Group Chief Commercial Officer for law firm Fletchers. Not only this, she started her own charity, Silk Elephant, and is a qualified executive coach with a passion for learning.
In this conversation, Zoe shares her story including her bravery and tenacity in trying new and exciting things.
S1 E5: Coaching the fearless way with Robin Waite
Robin Waite is a leading business coach, author, and podcaster who inspires entrepreneurs to reach their full potential.
Tom and Tom have a brilliant conversation with Robin about how he built his coaching business, Fearless, and how he drives his clients to success.
S1 E4: The amazing impact of immersive learning experiences – with Emma Lloyd.
In this episode, Tom & Tom are joined by Emma Lloyd. Emma is an innovative and adventurous coach and learning and development professional. In a thought-provoking discussion, Emma takes us on the journey of her career, how she works with leaders and organisations, and leaves us with some great tips for how we can all be better at what we do.
S1 E3: Leading and coaching in the world of legal with Clare Fielding
In this episode, Tom & Tom are joined by Clare Fielding from Town Legal LLP. Clare joins us to talk about her journey into law and being part of the team that founded Town Legal, and what’s important to her in her leadership.
S1 E2: What makes a great culture? - with Jo Smedley
In this episode, Tom & Tom are joined by Jo Smedley co-founder of Zest Learning. Jo shares what she thinks makes a great, high-performing, organisational culture.
S1 E1: Welcome to the Beyond Potential Podcast
In this episode, Tom and Tom talk about their aims for the podcast, and what they're seeing successful leaders focus on to be effective in their roles and lives.