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The Leader"s Kitbag

The Leader’s Kitbag is a practical podcast for busy and aspiring leaders, hosted by leadership expert Ben Morton. Each episode is packed with tools, tips and tactics you can use immediately. In 5–10 minutes, you’ll get a clear insight, a simple framework or prompt, and a nudge to put it into practice. If you want actionable tools and a clearer path to leadership success, this is your kitbag for the journey.

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05:47

Time Orientation and Leadership Under Pressure

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/10/29

In this episode of The Leaders Kitbag, I explore why leaders respond so differently when the pressure is on.Some double down on structure and cling tightly to the plan, while others seem to thrive when things go off-script, almost as if they’re winging it.The difference often comes down to our time orientation preferences:‘Through-time’ leaders feel safest with structure and planning, but may struggle to flex when circumstances change.‘In-time’ leaders thrive in fluid, fast-moving situations,

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04:48

What Pointing to the Past Reveals

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/10/22

In this episode of The Leaders Kitbag, I share a fascinating moment from a recent leadership programme I ran with 22 managers from across Europe.When I asked them to answer a simple question, “point to the past”, every single one of them pointed behind them.That might not surprise you… but it completely threw me.Why? Because I would instantly point to the left.This seemingly small exercise reveals something much bigger: our different orientations to time,  in time vs through time, and how these

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04:01

The “Cognitive Hunger” That Shapes Successful CEOs...

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/10/20

In these ‘SHORTS’ episodes of my podcast, I select my favourite moments from previous episodes. This one comes from episode 183, with Peter Cohan, author of Scaling Your Startup, lecturer at Babson College and advisor to hundreds of early-stage and high-growth companies.Only 0.4% of all founders continue running their companies three years post-IPO – in this clip, Peter unpacks how “cognitive hunger” sets them apart from the other 99.6%.Once you’ve listened to the ‘SHORT’, why not click the link

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04:04

How Your Relationship with Time Shapes Your Leadership

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/10/15

In this short but powerful episode of The Leaders Kitbag, I’m sharing a concept that’s brand new to me – one that’s genuinely shifted how I think about time, productivity, and leadership.It originates from the world of NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) and explores the idea that people relate to time in fundamentally different ways – as either “in time” or “through time” thinkers.You’ll discover:What these two styles look like in everyday life.Why some people thrive on planning, and others feel

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05:01

Leading With Thought

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/10/08

In one of my earliest podcast episodes, I interviewed Connor Pearce - now President of Samsung Electronics in Poland - who shared a powerful piece of leadership advice he received early in his career:“Think like a man of action. Act like a man of thought.”In today’s Leader’s Kitbag, I unpack that quote and explore how to apply it in your day-to-day leadership, whether you're naturally more of a doer or a thinker.You’ll learn:How to balance thoughtful decision-making with courageous actionThe

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49:02

From Startup to Scale-Up: The 4 Stages Every Leader...

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/10/07

In this episode of Leading the ScaleUp, I’m joined by Peter Cohan - author of Scaling Your Startup, lecturer at Babson College, and advisor to hundreds of early-stage and high-growth companies. Together, we dive into the four essential stages of scaling and why skipping just one of them can derail even the most promising business. Peter shares candid insights on how successful scale-ups intentionally build culture, the dangers of cognitive lock-in among senior leaders, and why intellectual

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05:49

How to Be Heard in Meetings Without Getting Louder

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/10/01

If you’ve ever felt that the only way to be noticed in a meeting is to raise your voice, this episode is for you.In today’s Leader’s Kitbag, I challenge the belief that volume equals influence.Whether you’re a reflective thinker, naturally quieter, or simply not the first to speak up, you’ll discover simple, practical strategies for showing up powerfully and being heard, without compromising your style.You’ll learn:How to own your natural communication style and still have impactPhrases you can use

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04:05

Speak Less, Lead More

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/09/24

Could speaking less actually make you a more impactful leader?Inspired by a quote from author Graham Greene, “The more you say, the more likely you are to look foolish,” this episode of The Leaders Kitbag explores the power of intentional communication in leadership.Some of the most effective leaders I know don’t feel the need to be the loudest or most frequently heard voice in the room. But when they do speak, they speak with clarity and purpose.In this episode, I share three practical strategies

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05:44

Tackling Workplace Unhappiness with Lord Mark Price

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/09/22

In these ‘SHORTS’ episodes of my podcast, I select my favourite moments from previous episodes. This one comes from episode 182, with Lord Mark Price, former Managing Director of Waitrose, Deputy Chair of the John Lewis Partnership, and UK Trade Minister, who unpacks key insights on happiness at work and the inspiration behind his WorkL initiative.Once you’ve listened to the ‘SHORT’, why not click the link below and tune in to the full episode?Enjoyed The Short?Listen to the full episode here.

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06:49

Fire and Forget Goal Setting

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/09/10

In this episode of The Leaders Kit Bag, I unpack a common leadership pitfall I call "fire and forget goal setting" - when we set big, ambitious goals for our team, then disappear, hoping for the best.Setting the target isn’t enough. Support, guidance, and course correction are essential to turn bold goals into real achievements.You’ll learn:Why goals that feel manageable to you may feel overwhelming to your teamThe psychological effect of stretch without supportHow to break big goals down to keep

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01:02:07

From Waitrose to WorkL: Lord Mark Price on...

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/09/09

In this episode of Leading the Scale-Up, I sit down with Lord Mark Price — the former Managing Director of Waitrose, Deputy Chair of the John Lewis Partnership, and UK Trade Minister — to explore why happiness might just be the most underrated leadership strategy of our time.With four decades of leadership experience and as the founder of WorkL, Mark has dedicated his career to proving a powerful point: happy employees aren’t just nice to have — they’re essential for performance.Together, we

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05:04

The Power of Reciprocity

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/09/03

In this short but powerful episode of The Leaders Kit Bag, I share one simple leadership truth: when you support your team with their personal goals, not just their professional ones, you’re far more likely to get their support in return.This is rooted in a well-known psychological principle of reciprocity, and it’s something most leaders overlook.By tuning in, you'll learn:Why professional development shouldn’t be a one-way streetHow supporting personal goals breeds greater commitmentThe role

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07:06

Fixing the ‘R’ in SMART Goals

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/08/20

In this episode of The Leaders Kit Bag, we’re demystifying SMART goals, specifically the part nearly everyone gets wrong.Many leaders talk about SMART goals, but very few apply them correctly, especially when it comes to the “R”.Spoiler alert: it's not "realistic".Listen in to find out the real meaning of the “R”, how it changes the effectiveness of your goals, and what to do instead.Need More Support?If you’d like support with leadership training, coaching or conference speaking, do drop me a line

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07:34

Using Open Questions in Leadership

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/08/13

In this bonus episode of The Leaders Kit Bag, I’m answering a viewer’s question on the topic of open questions: what they are, why they matter, and how leaders can use them to build trust, deepen relationships, and empower their teams.Whether you're looking to create more engaging conversations, understand your team better, or help others find their own solutions, this episode gives you practical examples of how open questions can transform the way you lead.Need More Support?If you’d like support

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07:13

The Hidden Trap of Active Listening

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/08/06

Have you ever been in a conversation where someone nodded, said “yep” or “go on”… but you knew they weren’t really listening?In this episode of The Leader’s Kit Bag, I take a look at what real listening feels like for the person on the receiving end.I unpack common “active listening” techniques we’ve all been taught, and explain why they’re not enough on their own.You’ll learn:Why gestures like nodding and affirmations can feel hollowHow to use paraphrasing and summarising to prove you’re

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02:04

How to Keep Mission and Values Alive When Scaling...

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/08/04

In these ‘SHORTS’ episodes of my podcast, I select my favourite moments from previous episodes. This one comes from episode 181, with Georgia Aubrey, Co-Founder & Partnerships Director at Lovetovisit.com, as she shares how she ensured Lovetovisit.com has stayed true to its mission and culture while expanding internationally.Once you’ve listened to the ‘SHORT’, why not click the link below and tune in to the full episode?Enjoyed The Short?Listen to the full episode here.

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05:56

How to Make People Feel Heard — Without Saying a Word

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/07/30

When was the last time you truly felt heard, without judgment, interruption, or unsolicited advice?In this episode of The Leader’s Kit Bag, I explore the transformative power of listening.Drawing on a powerful exercise I ran during a recent leadership programme, I share how simply holding space for someone to speak, without fixing, advising, or interrupting, can lead to deeper self-awareness, clarity, and connection.You’ll learn:Why silence can be your most powerful leadership toolHow to resist the

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07:07

The Power of Presence: How Great Leaders Truly Listen

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/07/23

In this episode of The Leaders’ Kit Bag, I’m exploring a deceptively simple yet profoundly impactful skill: listening.In today’s workplace, with its relentless pace and constant distractions, it’s all too easy to rush into meetings, tick off agendas, and miss what really matters.We may be hearing our team, but are we truly listening?In this short, tactical episode, I share practical strategies to help you:Shift mental gears between meetings to show up with intent.Choose the right energy to bring

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43:41

Keeping It Scrappy: Straight Talk and Scale-Up...

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/07/22

In this episode, Ben Morton sits down with Georgia Aubrey, Co-Founder and Partnerships Director at Love To Visit, the UK’s first digital platform for discovering and booking attractions and experiences.From a print marketing background to building a tech platform with over 3.2 million users and 2,700+ live experiences, Georgia shares the remarkable scale-up journey she’s taken alongside her twin sister and co-founder, Alice.They’ve raised over £3.2M in funding, built strategic partnerships with

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08:07

How to Recover When You've Let a Colleague Down

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/07/16

This episode of The Leader’s Kitbag is a little different.It’s a direct response to a brilliant question I received from Suma on TikTok about accountability, specifically, what to do when things fall through the cracks and your colleagues perceive you as not being accountable.In this episode, you’ll learn:What accountability really means, and why it’s about everything we doThe power of a genuine, no-excuses apologyWhy context matters, and how to offer it without deflectingHow to ask what I can do to

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