The Maverick Paradox Podcast: Neil Discusses The Art Empowering Leadership with Host Judith Germain
In today’s conversation Judith Germain speaks to Neil Jurd OBE who contrasts overly complicated leadership frameworks and emphasises the importance of simplicity. Judith notes the value of leaders being able to create space for their teams to contribute. Key Takeaways – Neil emphasises simplifying leadership into two key concepts: connection (building relationships) and direction (clear, […]
Neil Discusses a “Clear and Compelling Purpose” in the Headteacher Magazine
A clear and compelling purpose can drive leadership and collaboration, fostering a culture that motivates every team member, says Neil Jurd… In high-performing teams leadership flows around and throughout. Everybody is motivated and guided by a clear and compelling purpose. The result is a creative and exciting school culture where you encourage leadership. Team members feel free […]
The Leadership Book Reviewed by the Hayhurst and Co Book Club
This month, the Hayhurst and Co Book Club took a look into The Leadership Book by Leader-Connect Founder and Owner Neil Jurd OBE. Leadership is at the heart of everything we do at H&Co—helping our clients unlock potential, drive change, and make an impact. So when we came across this definition of leadership, we couldn’t […]
Cumbria Leadership Conference 8 Apr 25
The Cumbria Leadership Conference hosted by the Cumbria Chamber of Commerce will take place on the 8 April25 at The Villa Levens and Leader-Connect will be heavily involved. Speakers include our very own Neil Jurd, author of the best-selling ‘The Leadership Book’ and founder of Leader-Connect.co.uk; our coaching and leadership expert Macarena Vergara, who will also host a panel […]
The Leadership Book Reviewed by Dr Nia D Thomas
Check out the book review on our Leader Connect founder’s Neil Jurd OBE book. “The Leadership Book” by our very own Leader Connect presenter, Dr Nia D Thomas FRSA, from the Knowing Self Knowing Others podcast! Dive into her insightful thoughts on this book. Watch and read her review here: Leadership Book Review by Dr […]
In The Local Press
We’re thrilled to announce that our CEO and founder, Neil Jurd has been featured in the press for the launch of Leader Connect! In their words – Leader Connect is set to revolutionise leadership development with its innovative streaming service. Check out the full article on In-Cumbria Magazine to learn more about Neil’s vision and […]
Neil Returns to the Bear Essentials Podcast with Charles Wallace
Neil returns to the “Bear Essentials” Podcast Hosted by Charles Wallace. In this episode, Neil and Charles discuss Why No One Wants to Follow Today’s “Leaders”… In Charles’s words: Discover the ultimate leadership transformation with Neil Jurd OBE in this game-changing episode! Neil, author of The Leadership Book and creator of the innovative LeaderConnect platform, […]
New Course Added: Brain Boost For Business: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential with Anna Cook
We are really pleased to release our latest course “Brain Boost for Business: Unlocking your Leadership Potential” with Anna Cook. Anna is an international Executive Coach with 25 years’ global experience. Energising business leaders to tap into their potential by focussing on brain health strategies, blending professional excellence with natural vitality. Founder of Beyond the […]
Leader-Connect Q&A – Part 2
What have Leader-Connect been doing recently? Leader-Connect have been running leadership development for UK businesses and universities, and some international leadership development. Do Leader-Connect use psychometric profiling at all? Yes, Leader-Connect use the 16 Personality Factors psychometric, and the MBTI Myers Briggs Psychometric. We also have our own “Leader Type” Quiz that you can try […]
Leader-Connect Q&A – Part 1
Who are Leader-Connect based? Leader-Connect are based in Cumbria, but work all over the UK delivering experiential leadership development. How are your courses described? Our UK and and international clients often describe Leader-Connect courses as the best leadership courses they have attended. What are Leader-Connect leadership courses like? Leader-Connect courses provide high impact leadership training […]