Reacting vs. Responding: Leadership Lessons from Martine Wright MBE

Reacting vs. Responding: Leadership Lessons from Martine Wright MBE

In 2005, Martine Wright’s life changed forever in the 7/7 London bombings. But for Martine, losing her legs wasn’t the end of her story. It was the beginning of a radical transformation. From the Captain’s seat of the Team GB Paralympic sitting volleyball team to the cockpit of an airplane, Martine has spent the last two decades mastering the art of resilience. In this deep-dive episode, she sits down with us to share her 3 Lessons: * The Power of 7: Her signature framework for navigating overwhelming change. * Identity & Choice: How to rebuild your sense of self when your world is turned upside down. * Leadership in Uncertainty: Why “responding” will always beat “reacting” in a crisis. This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Martine ⁠uk.linkedin.com/in/martine-wright-mbe-b1638a1b7 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/norberto-chaclin-613840] Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/]  Zannah Ryabchuk: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk⁠⁠ [https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk]  Visit Breakthrough Global Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://breakthroughglobal.com/⁠⁠ [https://breakthroughglobal.com/]  Follow Breakthrough Global on LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbm1aMzR0aFlnTm50dEFydmhvWWF4Q21JTFMtd3xBQ3Jtc0tuenU0ZXk0Q2duUVpKWWRBNmR4RVdNZlVJeTAtMF91Sm53YlVJcTVLRnlzUVhMWEtMMFdtMTNWcUMtQ1BNeUt3REJHMGdTWkltQ0F3MDdad1NRMGx2czlIb3JsbWhnbHgybmx5bDB3Ykdac3U0aXhYTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0pqljC0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0&v=8erKQm2gnLA] Follow Breakthrough Global ⁠on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1NsNDhmUi0tenZ1aUFfQkxKeFJqUXZBZGY2QXxBQ3Jtc0trTGpoZjNsLVR0ajBzOE93SW9kTDItdUhhaEI5ZjV2eHhsTlVKdmhDV21YeHczZVVYRDhVeDJxZ0hHdENjV01uNDdpQ0tNZmNNell4LWhEek1yRVFOLTlzTTlpTm9mY2t1dUc0VThFdUlHbFVpQzJ1MA&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0pqjCq0&v=8erKQm2gnLA]

Why Standing Still Is Moving Backwards with Norberto Chaclin

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we're joined by Norberto Chaclin, EVP and Chief R&D Officer at Mondelēz International, leading global innovation for iconic brands like Oreo, Ritz, Cadbury, Milka and Toblerone. Norberto has held key R&D leadership roles across the company, driving major product innovation. Before Mondelēz, he spent 18 years at PepsiCo in senior positions across Frito-Lay, global beverages and joint ventures, ultimately heading R&D for PepsiCo North America Beverages and the Pepsi/Starbucks partnership. In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Norberto: 1.  Lean into new experiences  2. Lead Innovation for Innovation 3. Without a Vision,  you’ll be left behind  This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Norberto here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norberto-chaclin-613840 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/norberto-chaclin-613840]  Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/]  Zannah Ryabchuk: ⁠⁠⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk⁠ [https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk]  Visit Breakthrough Global Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://breakthroughglobal.com/⁠ [https://breakthroughglobal.com/]  Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: ⁠⁠⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbm1aMzR0aFlnTm50dEFydmhvWWF4Q21JTFMtd3xBQ3Jtc0tuenU0ZXk0Q2duUVpKWWRBNmR4RVdNZlVJeTAtMF91Sm53YlVJcTVLRnlzUVhMWEtMMFdtMTNWcUMtQ1BNeUt3REJHMGdTWkltQ0F3MDdad1NRMGx2czlIb3JsbWhnbHgybmx5bDB3Ykdac3U0aXhYTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0pqljC0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0&v=8erKQm2gnLA] Follow Breakthrough Global ⁠on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1NsNDhmUi0tenZ1aUFfQkxKeFJqUXZBZGY2QXxBQ3Jtc0trTGpoZjNsLVR0ajBzOE93SW9kTDItdUhhaEI5ZjV2eHhsTlVKdmhDV21YeHczZVVYRDhVeDJxZ0hHdENjV01uNDdpQ0tNZmNNell4LWhEek1yRVFOLTlzTTlpTm9mY2t1dUc0VThFdUlHbFVpQzJ1MA&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0pqjCq0&v=8erKQm2gnLA]

A Journey to Conscious Leadership with Edgar Huber

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we're joined by Edgar Huber, CEO of Nest New York and a global leader in transforming and rebuilding fast-paced Fortune 500 companies. Currently leading NEST New York, a private equity–owned global fragrance lifestyle brand, Edgar brings decades of international leadership experience across three continents. His career includes senior leadership roles at iconic companies such as Coty, Juicy Couture, and L’Oréal, where he built a reputation for driving growth and reinvention in highly competitive markets. Edgar is best known for building profitable brands in sectors including beauty, luxury, and pet care, leveraging digital transformation, modernised product innovation, and optimised channel management. Throughout his journey, he has consistently demonstrated how strategic clarity and bold leadership can unlock sustainable success. In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Edgar: 1. From Command and Control to culture champion  2 Culture makes or breaks M&A 3. Leading begins and ends with culture This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Edgar here: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgarhuber [https://www.linkedin.com/in/edgarhuber]  Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/breakthroughbusiness/]  Zannah Ryabchuk: ⁠⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk [https://uk.linkedin.com/in/zannah-robinson-ryabchuk]  Visit Breakthrough Global Website: ⁠⁠https://breakthroughglobal.com/ [https://breakthroughglobal.com/]  Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/company/breakthrough-group [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbm1aMzR0aFlnTm50dEFydmhvWWF4Q21JTFMtd3xBQ3Jtc0tuenU0ZXk0Q2duUVpKWWRBNmR4RVdNZlVJeTAtMF91Sm53YlVJcTVLRnlzUVhMWEtMMFdtMTNWcUMtQ1BNeUt3REJHMGdTWkltQ0F3MDdad1NRMGx2czlIb3JsbWhnbHgybmx5bDB3Ykdac3U0aXhYTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0pqljC0%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0&v=8erKQm2gnLA] Follow Breakthrough Global ⁠on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/globalbreakthrough/ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1NsNDhmUi0tenZ1aUFfQkxKeFJqUXZBZGY2QXxBQ3Jtc0trTGpoZjNsLVR0ajBzOE93SW9kTDItdUhhaEI5ZjV2eHhsTlVKdmhDV21YeHczZVVYRDhVeDJxZ0hHdENjV01uNDdpQ0tNZmNNell4LWhEek1yRVFOLTlzTTlpTm9mY2t1dUc0VThFdUlHbFVpQzJ1MA&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0pqjCq0&v=8erKQm2gnLA]

Creative Leadership in The Age of AI with Nick Emery

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we're joined by Nick Emery, a powerhouse in global marketing and advertising, and CEO of Jellyfish. With a career spanning nearly 40 years, Nick’s journey has taken him from selling quarter-page ads in Country Homes and Interiors magazine to co-founding and leading Mindshare, WPP’s largest media agency. Today, he heads Jellyfish, a global, AI-driven digital marketing organisation, and serves as a partner in the innovative Brandtech Group. Throughout his career, Nick has helped shape how brands connect with audiences in an era of constant change. In this episode, he shares powerful insights on creativity, adaptability, and leading through transformation in the ever-evolving marketing landscape. In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Nick: 1. Anything is Possible with Teamwork 2. Bring the Human into AI 3. Overcome Resistance to Change This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Nick here: ⁠https://uk.linkedin.com/in/nick-emery-663944162 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevengaffneycompany] Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3D9H0⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbldyVWNVenpoX2lGN0ZPSmo3eWIwWjFIR2ZGUXxBQ3Jtc0tsRUNsekJNNms4YW5sVTNHMGNXOGhqTGRZTFpSWDN4MlFXVTIyN0RSOE1TNlgtd3RlWE1TYlVtbEc1d2tTbmtDZS1sbWJwdnhmMlRGRVl5Wi0wdjdHdFNtNEktN1JyX1duNGxNdmVHWkZZdUVCdmxmSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0l3D9H0&v=zjyyi5lZ-pA] Zannah Ryabchuk: ⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3KL-0⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmxncXhGaXFwTzN5NFYzakFqbW5zcHUwZGhhZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttalJEUHBTMTFLMWh4bV9RN19CY3B4cnNXUGtzRGpuVUNUdFV4N25WWGtTVGMtSUJkM0o3dkRwb2dPd0ZvSnhfejl4Z1FabkM4QWRWb2syNGVBaGhxZmlZX0lZQzd6TGhKRzFES0FNWVBSSDVwTXI5dw&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0l3KL-0&v=zjyyi5lZ-pA] Visit Breakthrough Global Website: ⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3GdG0⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmxySGktT0pOeTNDUEtad2Y2VDRiS2RScGZXZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsS3BLX3NKbUIzTFRFY1RUazFQRzFlSHZRUmVMOFlLaW0yc2lwTnptVWlyMG0yWUR3Qm1rSlAxOWpfNVllZ2dTOEh4WkR4V2Fwb0ljRF9tOW1LVFBaRjlLcE1qSERkcTZNM3dvTWlzcjgzdDM3OVNfMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0l3GdG0&v=zjyyi5lZ-pA] Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: ⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3Kvc0⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGY1anA3ZktGSXlnUWZPZlh5bEJVbl9LLWhvZ3xBQ3Jtc0trakkwRkVMZ2dNaWlNeWdOUEZEN0h0TVV4R2tmcVFXQWdsOVczR2dST0sxTHZ3aUk4TjNodVVRYlNBQWR6aTBfQm5wZ1V1YjZGbDBmTDNPWnd4S0E1czNkUDl5cERneXJZNWN2d1lOYWtLUmh3b1VtVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0l3Kvc0&v=zjyyi5lZ-pA] Follow Breakthrough Global ⁠on Instagram: ⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3K-40 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblV6c0hLX3piNXJvV0pXZlM5MEhyNjBTZ2Zod3xBQ3Jtc0trT0oxZUsxOHZNNjNhQmNfS0hMbXRGWmdHTEpRa29PcXg0OVN0YmtOamh5dzZ1eVNGNThTcHBvLVdIaEhib2pBcERPOGtxb0xEQ1oyN0R5UUN0YVUwWDVSQ0k1YkRNQzI4cm95UjdIa2FWYXdNa3h5TQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0l3K-40&v=zjyyi5lZ-pA]

The Impact of What's Unsaid with Steven Gaffney

In our latest 3 Lessons from Breakthrough Leaders podcast episode, we’re joined by Steven Gaffney, a leading expert in change management, honest communication, and building high-achieving teams.  With a client list spanning Fortune 500 giants like Amazon and Marriott, Steven brings decades of experience in helping leaders and organisations unlock their full potential. Author of more than four groundbreaking books, including Just Be Honest, he has established himself as a trusted voice in leadership and communication. Recognised by companies such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and BP, and by renowned institutions like Johns Hopkins University, Steven shares transformative lessons on how honesty and clarity can fuel leadership, trust, and lasting business success.  In this episode, we explored 3 lessons with Steven: 1. The Power of Honest Communication  2. There’s a Difference Between Performance and Achievement  3. Uncertain Times Require Breakthrough Leaders  This podcast brings you genuine, inspiring conversations with extraordinary leaders, many of them Breakthrough alumni, who are proving that business can be a force for good. Created with purpose, not profit, it’s designed to spark fresh insights and help leaders at all stages make an impact. Find out more about Steven here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevengaffneycompany [https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevengaffneycompany]  Connect with our hosts: Dr Bart Sayle: ⁠https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3D9H0 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbldyVWNVenpoX2lGN0ZPSmo3eWIwWjFIR2ZGUXxBQ3Jtc0tsRUNsekJNNms4YW5sVTNHMGNXOGhqTGRZTFpSWDN4MlFXVTIyN0RSOE1TNlgtd3RlWE1TYlVtbEc1d2tTbmtDZS1sbWJwdnhmMlRGRVl5Wi0wdjdHdFNtNEktN1JyX1duNGxNdmVHWkZZdUVCdmxmSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0l3D9H0&v=zjyyi5lZ-pA] Zannah Ryabchuk: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3KL-0 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmxncXhGaXFwTzN5NFYzakFqbW5zcHUwZGhhZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttalJEUHBTMTFLMWh4bV9RN19CY3B4cnNXUGtzRGpuVUNUdFV4N25WWGtTVGMtSUJkM0o3dkRwb2dPd0ZvSnhfejl4Z1FabkM4QWRWb2syNGVBaGhxZmlZX0lZQzd6TGhKRzFES0FNWVBSSDVwTXI5dw&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0l3KL-0&v=zjyyi5lZ-pA] Visit Breakthrough Global Website: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3GdG0 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmxySGktT0pOeTNDUEtad2Y2VDRiS2RScGZXZ3xBQ3Jtc0tsS3BLX3NKbUIzTFRFY1RUazFQRzFlSHZRUmVMOFlLaW0yc2lwTnptVWlyMG0yWUR3Qm1rSlAxOWpfNVllZ2dTOEh4WkR4V2Fwb0ljRF9tOW1LVFBaRjlLcE1qSERkcTZNM3dvTWlzcjgzdDM3OVNfMA&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0l3GdG0&v=zjyyi5lZ-pA] Follow Breakthrough Global on Linkedin: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3Kvc0 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGY1anA3ZktGSXlnUWZPZlh5bEJVbl9LLWhvZ3xBQ3Jtc0trakkwRkVMZ2dNaWlNeWdOUEZEN0h0TVV4R2tmcVFXQWdsOVczR2dST0sxTHZ3aUk4TjNodVVRYlNBQWR6aTBfQm5wZ1V1YjZGbDBmTDNPWnd4S0E1czNkUDl5cERneXJZNWN2d1lOYWtLUmh3b1VtVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0l3Kvc0&v=zjyyi5lZ-pA] Follow Breakthrough Global ⁠on Instagram: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0l3K-40 [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblV6c0hLX3piNXJvV0pXZlM5MEhyNjBTZ2Zod3xBQ3Jtc0trT0oxZUsxOHZNNjNhQmNfS0hMbXRGWmdHTEpRa29PcXg0OVN0YmtOamh5dzZ1eVNGNThTcHBvLVdIaEhib2pBcERPOGtxb0xEQ1oyN0R5UUN0YVUwWDVSQ0k1YkRNQzI4cm95UjdIa2FWYXdNa3h5TQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Feu1.hubs.ly%2FH0l3K-40&v=zjyyi5lZ-pA]