In today’s episode, we’re joined by Gary Parsons, an entrepreneur, mental health advocate, and founder of the “Selfish Leadership” framework.

Gary shares his inspiring journey of overcoming personal and professional struggles, from his childhood entrepreneurial spirit to facing the challenges of Bell’s palsy, and ultimately building a successful business before experiencing a mental health breakdown. He now dedicates his life to helping leaders prioritise their mental health while still achieving professional success.

In this episode, Gary discusses:

· The impact of Bell’s palsy on his life, self-image, and social interactions, and how he navigated these challenges for over 20 years.

· Building and scaling a multi-award-winning business, how he became consumed by the pursuit of success, and the toll it took on his mental health.

· The importance of vulnerability in leadership and the moment that led him to create the “Selfish Leadership” framework to help leaders maintain balance and well-being.

· Sharing his personal story on the TV show "Love My Face" and how opening up about his visible difference connected him with others facing mental health struggles.

Key Takeaways:

· Selfish Leadership is about prioritising your own well-being to be a more effective and authentic leader.

· Being vulnerable as a leader can break down barriers and create deeper connections with your team and community.

· Mental health is critical to leadership success. Leaders who focus on their well-being lead with greater intention and impact.

Books & Resources Mentioned:

Burnout Survival Kit by Imogen Dall

Music:

Savage Garden - Animal Song

Tool/Framework Mentioned:

· Selfish Leadership – Gary’s unique framework for leaders to set boundaries, elevate their well-being, and lead with intention. The four pillars of this framework focus on self-care, balance, resilience, and authenticity.

Research Report:

The untold Toll of stress on Founders and Leaders

Follow Gary Parsons:

Gary Parsons – Selfish Leadership: Website

LinkedIn: Gary Parsons

Stay tuned for more insights on leadership, mental health, and personal development in future episodes of Leading Boldly.

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James and Enas share their journey from diverse international careers to launching a business that champions leadership development and empowerment. With a focus on growth, resilience, and emotional intelligence, they’ve helped leaders and teams thrive worldwide.

In this episode, they discuss:

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· Their journey as a husband-and-wife team, balancing work and personal life while building a business together.

· Empowering women in leadership, and how MQ breaks down barriers.

· The importance of values, storytelling, and creating lasting business growth.

James and Enas also reveal the transformative impact of MQ on their clients, including businesses that have seen life-changing leadership results.

Key Takeaways:

· MQ empowers leaders to unlock their potential, build resilience, and overcome self-limiting beliefs.

· Partnership and values are essential for growing a business, especially when working as a couple.

· Empowering women and breaking down barriers in leadership is at the core of their mission.

Books & Resources Mentioned:

· Grit by Angela Duckworth – A game-changing book on perseverance and resilience, key traits in Motivational Intelligence.

· The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz – A transformative book that challenged Enas’s thinking on what truly matters in leadership and life.

Music Mentioned:

· "Lessons in Love" – An impactful song that reminds James of the importance of love and connection in both leadership and life.

· "You Are My Sunshine" – A personal favourite of Enas, this song is also special to her as James sings it to her, making it a sentimental tune for their family.

Tool/Framework Mentioned:

· Motivational Intelligence (MQ) – The four pillars of MQ that James and Enas live and breathe in both their business and personal lives:

1. Vision

2. Belief in Potential

3. Adaptability

4. Responsibility (Accountability)

These pillars form the foundation of their leadership training and the core of their business model, helping leaders at all levels overcome self-limiting beliefs and achieve their goals.

Follow James and Enas Fleming:

• Website: The Power Within Training
• LinkedIn:...

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Key Takeaways:

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• AI for Small Business: Discover how small businesses can harness AI technology to save time, reduce costs, and improve their operations.

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• Standing Out in Business: Anthony discusses the importance of bold communication and finding your unique value, even in a saturated market.

Resources Mentioned:

• Book – Atomic Habits.

Briefly Perfectly Human

• Music – Sabotage Beatie Boys, The whole of the moon

• Framework – podcast Gary John Bishop

• Federation of Small Businesses (FSB):

• Upcoming FSB Event on June 25th in Nottingham

Connect with Anthony: LinkedIn