Business Leader Breakthroughs

By: Ryan Castle Dr Mike Ashby
  • Summary

  • Welcome to Business Leader Breakthroughs where we help unlock the potential in you, your teams and your business. Hosted by Ryan Castle, along with Dr Mike Ashby, we share insights, experiences and stories on achieving breakthrough successes in business and life. In addition to a podcast, The Breakthrough also specialises in delivering management training that actually sticks, is cost effective, and easy to implement at scale to sustain change from the inside out.
    © 2019 The Breakthrough Company
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Episodes
  • Ep 100 - Effective manager training: 7 best leadership strategies
    Jan 23 2025

    What makes manager training truly effective, and why should you prioritize it? In this episode of Business Breakthroughs, Ryan and Mike explore how equipping managers with essential people leadership skills can transform their performance and the productivity of their teams. They discuss the challenges of promoting technically skilled individuals to managerial roles without proper training and why this often leads to inefficiency and frustration for both managers and their teams.

    You’ll also hear practical insights on creating a robust leadership development strategy, including the importance of coaching, peer learning, and hands-on practice. Ryan and Mike reveal how structured programs not only build confidence but also free up managers’ time, enabling them to focus on strategic initiatives that drive business success.

    Download the guide: 7 Best Ways to Train Your Leaders

    Where else you can find us

    Website: https://thebreakthrough.co

    LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/the-breakthrough-company

    Podcast: https://thebreakthrough.co/podcast/

    Blogs: https://thebreakthrough.co/blog/

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    21 mins
  • Ep 99 - Develop your team: Your role as a leader
    Dec 27 2024

    Discover how to develop and retain talent by fostering a culture of learning and growth within your team. Ryan and Mike dive into the critical role leaders play in helping their people grow, exploring why continuous development is key to team performance and business success.

    Learn practical strategies for identifying future value in team members, creating a learning mindset, and providing fear-free feedback that drives progress. Ryan and Mike share insights on balancing internal talent development with external hires and outline simple yet powerful techniques like structured coaching, skill practice, and reflection.


    Where else you can find us

    Website: https://thebreakthrough.co

    LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/the-breakthrough-company

    Podcast: https://thebreakthrough.co/podcast/

    Blogs: https://thebreakthrough.co/blog/

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    24 mins
  • EP 98 - 15-Minute coaching: Fast-track your team’s performance and growth
    Dec 19 2024

    Unlock the power of coaching with simple, effective techniques you can implement in just 15 minutes. Ryan and Mike break down what coaching really is (and what it isn’t), while addressing common barriers like time constraints, lack of confidence, and the misconception that you need all the answers. They share practical ways to shift from telling to asking and guide your team to uncover their own solutions. Learn how short, focused coaching sessions can be easy to schedule, stick to, and deliver big results over time.

    Discover how to use quick coaching moments to spark growth and build trust, even in day-to-day interactions. By asking transformative questions like “How would you do it?” and offering real-time feedback, you can empower your team to take ownership and boost their performance. Coaching doesn’t need to be formal or time-consuming – start small, stay consistent, and watch your team thrive.


    Where else you can find us

    Website: https://thebreakthrough.co

    LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/the-breakthrough-company

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebreakthroughco/

    Podcast: https://thebreakthrough.co/podcast/

    Blogs: https://thebreakthrough.co/blog/

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    20 mins

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