Sam identifies the issue facing so many businesses in the current climate, of attracting and retaining the right staff. She also looks at the question of leadership and emphasises the importance of tackling issues early and head on, for the benefit of all parties.

In this very special Episode 100, Sam is joined by world-renowned Business Coach, Founder of Safi Media, and Host of top-rated podcast, Power + Presence + Position, Eleanor Beaton.

Sam and Eleanor share an inspiring conversation centered around business scalability and the importance of support and lived experience in an often overwhelming world.

Sam delves deeper into Leadership Fatigue Syndrome and explores how the process of aligning ourselves internally and really understanding who we are and what drives us is the key to resolving the mental exhaustion that plagues so many leaders in business today.

Sam highlights the epidemic of leadership burnout that has been prevalent for decades and now with COVID is increasing exponentially. Sam draws on her own experience to discuss this important topic with compassion and honesty.

Sam examines the confusion between Strategic Planning and Strategy, and why so many businesses struggle when it comes to differentiating the two activities.

Following on from recent podcasts and conversations around Purpose, Vision and Values, this podcast is a natural progression into Strategy and why it’s critical to separate this business stage from Planning.

Sam delves further into the need for clearly defined values to drive both individual and business success. As one of the biggest learnings on her own path, Sam looks at why values are more than just a marketing ploy to hang on the wall.

Values and mission statements have long been an important part of business strategy in the corporate world. Typically these values are the product of a leadership seminar or conference, disseminated throughout organisations with minimal thought into the connection to people’s lives.

“Lead with love not fear”. That’s just one of the mantras that David Woods applies in his unique approach to accounting and tax planning at Active Accounting Group in Newcastle. In episode 66, Sam explores this philosophy and more as she speaks with David on why it’s imperative to make personal connections and develop collaborative relationships with clients.

In Episode 53, Sam explores how we can inspire and keep our staff, both in our firms but also in our industry.

Sam discusses why the industry needs to pay attention to the attrition of Millennial staff and some of the actions we can take as leaders that either retain them or drive them out.