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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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06:05

Focus On Energy Management, Not Time Management

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2026/04/08

Time management is something we talk about constantly as leaders. But the reality is… time isn’t something we can actually manage. It keeps moving, regardless of what we do. In this episode of The Leaders Kitbag, I explore a more effective and sustainable approach - shifting our focus away from managing time and towards managing our energy and attention. Because when we’re constantly juggling competing priorities, trying to keep everything in the air, something will eventually drop. And more often

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07:11

What Does-Work Life Balance Actually Mean?

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2026/03/25

Work–lifebalanceissomethingwetalkaboutalot.Manyofussaywewantbetterwork–lifebalance.Manyorganisationsencourageit.Andyetformanyleaders,itstillfeelsfrustratinglydifficulttoachieve.Partoftheproblemisthatweoftenchasetheideaofwork–lifebalancewithouteverreallydefiningwhatitmeansforuspersonally.InthisepisodeofTheLeader’sKitbag,Iexplorewhywork–lifebalancecanfeelsoelusiveandwhymeasuringitdaybydayorweekbyweekoftensetsleadersuptofeellikethey’refallingshort.Instead,Isuggesttakingalonger-termperspectiveonwork–life

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06:49

Helping Your Team Step Up

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2026/02/25

Over the past 13 years of coaching and training leaders, one of the phrases I hear time and again is this: “I just need my people to step up.”And yet, here’s the uncomfortable truth I’ve had to learn myself.It’s very hard for people to step up if their boss has their foot on their chest.Not intentionally. Not maliciously. But through subtle, well-meaning behaviours that quietly hold people back.In this episode of The Leader’s Kitbag, I share a personal story from my time working in the Leadership

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06:25

How To Be A Leader

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2026/02/11

In the last episode, we introduced the Leadership Equaliser - an idea that helps us visualise how much time we spend doing, managing, and leading, and why so many leaders unintentionally let the “leading” dial drop to zero.If you missed it, you can find it here.In today’s episode, we’re staying with the basics of how to be a leader in the truest sense of the word - not just someone who gets things done, but someone who leads with purpose, presence, and intention.Because here’s the truth: doing and

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08:35

How to Lead on a Tight Schedule

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2026/01/28

In the last episode, we explored the crucial balance between leadership andmanagement,andwhyit’snever a case of choosing one over the other.If you missed it, youcanfind ithere.In today’s episode,I’mbuilding on that idea by tackling one of the most common and damaging traps I see leaders fall into… LeadingInYour Spare Time,or as I call it,LIYST.It’swhat happens when you get so bogged down in doing and managing that leadership only happens if there’s time left over.Butlet’sbe honest- there’s never

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05:49

Building Followership

The Leader"s Kitbag ·

2025/12/10

You may have the title, but do you have followers?In this episode of The Leader’s Kitbag, I explore the often-overlooked side of leadership: followership.We focus on three powerful behaviours that effective followers demonstrate, and how we, as leaders, can enable and encourage them.From creating clarity to fostering intelligent disobedience, this episode is about empowering your people to challenge, contribute and take responsibility.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why clarity around roles and goals

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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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