The Maverick Paradox Podcast

It is World Creativity and Innovation Week and The Maverick Paradox has chosen to mark the occasion with a discussion on innovation from The Maverick Paradox's 6 Featured Columnists. The columnists are based in a number of countries and work asynchronous to each other.

Therefore to hear the views of all the columnists we have created two short panels. This is the first panel and features Judith Germain who takes on the dual role of hosting and being asked questions as a Featured Columnist. She is joined by David Chislett, Josuel Rogers and Astrid Davies.

Key Takeaways...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Jodi Hume about leadership myths and decision fatigue.

Key Takeaways Hustle culture and the idea that it's "lonely at the top" are damaging myths about leadership Emotional/energetic regulation is crucial for optimal executive functioning and decision making Having a support network you can process decisions with is key to avoiding decision fatigue Saying "yes" and figuring things out along the way can build confidence

In this conversation they discuss how neurodivergence often aids entrepreneurship, with different thinking driving innovation. Understanding individual needs optimises one's decision-making.

They agree...

In this episode Judith Germain and Katherine Lazaruk discuss professional presence and leadership beyond stereotypical norms.

Key Takeaways Leadership presence is innate and can be cultivated, but does not guarantee taking on a leadership role. Knowing your true self and being congruent with internal and external expression builds presence. Diverse perspectives are needed at leadership tables for organisations to thrive. Non-white women face double bias and must navigate risks in self-expression.

In this conversation Katherine argues leadership presence is more than superficial rules, exploring what's beyond the dominant white male paradigm. Judith counters some innate presence remains r...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Kristin Lytle about talent identification and its impact on organisational culture.

Key Takeaways

Self-awareness and self-regulation are critical skills for leaders to have. Leaders who can recognise when they are discombobulated and take a moment to re-center themselves before interacting with others have a huge impact.

Succession planning is still valuable but needs to focus more on developing talent pools rather than detailed individual plans, due to the speed of change today.

Trust is built when employees feel they can predict what an organisation will do...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Jenny L Mitchell about leadership journeys and approaches.

Key Takeaways There are parallels between Judith's "maverick" leadership style and Jenny's "underdog" leadership style - both value authenticity, curiosity, and bringing out the best in others. Mindset is key - assume positive intent, focus on possibilities rather than obstacles. Critical thinking skills in younger generations may not transfer across all domains - need to educate holistically. Leadership is a constant process of negotiation and seeking to understand. Meetings should drive decisions, not just discussion. Women leaders often take on "glass cliff" assignments...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Claire Milligan about her experience living with ADHD and how it impacts her life and work. 

Key Takeaways ADHD manifests differently in each person - it's a spectrum. Claire has inattentive ADHD. Getting diagnosed as an adult woman is difficult since ADHD often shows up differently than the "hyperactive young boy" stereotype. Medication helps provide a baseline level of dopamine to aid focus and mood regulation. Creating external structure and systems helps compensate for ADHD challenges. Calendars, reminders, checklists are common tools. Starting small tasks can create momentum to tackle bigger, c...

In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Dr Darnyelle Jervey Harmon about mindset and manifesting financial abundance.

Key Takeaways Mindset is critical - it makes up 90-95% of manifesting financial abundance. The rest is skill/action. We must challenge limiting beliefs about money we internalised in childhood. Affirmations reprogram your subconscious mind. Say them first thing in morning and before bed. Staying in a state of abundance keeps you vibrating at a level where abundance can enter. Take inspired action - God/Universe blesses effort. Faith without works is dead.

In this conversation Darnyelle shares her excitement f...

In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain speaks to Clifton Savage about his insights on cultivating leadership within organisations. Clifton expresses his passion for each day's opportunities and learning experiences.

Key Takeaways Leadership is about serving others, not just yourself. Share your growth with others. Communication is key for leadership in teams. Assessments like DISC can provide perspective. Have a heart for service. Make decisions that help others progress. Practical application of positive change starts with valuing people. Improve recruiting, onboarding, training. The Attraction Blueprint is a DIY guide for attracting, training and retaining employees.

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In this episode Judith Germain joins Kindra Maples and Catherine Mattice on Ben Albert's Real Talk with the GrowGetters. They discuss Unveiling Workplace Leadership and Culture Secrets. This episode is reproduced with permission and as it was originally broadcast.

Join Ben Albert as he hosts a powerhouse discussion on "Real Talk with the GrowGetters" with industry experts: Catalysing Transformation: Judith Germain is an expert in creating clear-thinking and decisive leaders, and she delves into the transformative power of aligning organisational culture with collective leadership. Witness how strong cultures fuel decisive leadership, innovation, and growth. [05:41] Humanity Drives Success: K...

In this Short Talk episode Judith Germain and Ben Risser discuss financial intelligence vs financial literacy and how it empowers business owners to make better financial decisions.

Key Takeaways Financial intelligence provides high-level, actionable data to make key business decisions. Financial literacy is the ability to understand financial information. Together they provide financial situational awareness. Many small business owners operate financially blind between meetings with their accountant. A fractional CFO can provide guidance throughout the year. A CFO can help prevent costly mistakes and position a business for growth. Their fee is small compared to the value they...