Transform with Purpose, Lead with People

About this Podcast Episode: Transform with Purpose, Lead with People

Is your transformation strategy energising your people, or exhausting them?

Transformation expert and BQF Non-Executive Director Laila Iftikhar-Ali shares practical insights for leaders looking to drive meaningful change without leaving their teams behind.

Drawing on years of cross-sector experience, Laila explores how to build psychological safety, unlock individual motivation, and create the conditions where change sticks long after the spotlight moves on. She shares real-world examples of identifying internal influencers, navigating change fatigue, and leveraging technology whilst prioritising human intelligence.

Whether you’re balancing the pressures of daily delivery with the need for innovation, or integrating tech without losing touch, you’ll want to hear this. Listen now to discover how purpose, empowerment, and culture are the real drivers of transformation success.

 

Transform with purpose, lead with people, and make a lasting impact.

"I've been fortunate enough to be part of jury panels for the last two BQF award cycles. Seeing the passion and the commitment to change coming through from the individuals participating in that process has been amazing."

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Join PMI’s Susannah Clarke in the studio with Laila as they talk about how to Transform with Purpose, Lead with People.  You’ll hear them discuss:

  • Introducing Leila (01:25)

Leila shares her experience in transformation and her passion for helping organisations improve.

  • Importance of Purpose, Outcomes, and Process (12:12)

The significance of aligning purpose, outcomes, and processes in organisational success.

  • Managing Change While Delivering (20:01)

Strategies for balancing ongoing work responsibilities with transformation efforts.

  • Identifying Influencers (22:28)

Recognising team influencers to encourage conversations and drive change effectively.

  • Quality of Work Time (27:31)

Improving work quality by reducing interruptions through effective team communication.

  • Cultural Adaptation in Global Teams (32:50)

Navigating cultural differences and regulations while implementing change across global teams.

  • Human Interaction in Automation (39:05)

The necessity of maintaining human connections amid increasing automation.

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