The SHiFT with Rach Ivers

S1 11 l Season Highlights l Borrow Belief to Lead Bravely l Zephaniah Chukwudum

What if someone else’s words could change your whole trajectory? In this Highlights Episode, Zeph Chukwudum reflects on a quiet but defining moment in his career, when a mentor simply said, “You could do that now.” That phrase sparked a mindset shift he calls ‘borrowing belief’. Rachel and Zeph explore: * The power of words to reshape identity, confidence, and career paths * Why every significant step forward feels uphill * How mentors and managers can are key to unlocking growth * What it takes to move into roles before you feel ready and rise to them If you're leading someone, mentoring others, or wrestling with imposter syndrome, this one is a must-listen.

S1 12 Season Highlights l Don’t Pitch on the First Date l Jeremy Basset

If you're trying to close the deal in your first meeting, you're probably doing it wrong. In this refreshingly honest episode highlights, Jeremy Basset, former Unilever Executive and Founder of multiple ventures who work with the world's biggest companies, shares what most entrepreneurs get wrong about sales and how to fix it. Rach and Jeremy explore: * Why sales is more like dating than pitching * How to build trust and intrigue before you sell * Why timelines, costs, and expectations need a reality check * Why listening is your most underrated business skill Whether you're fundraising, building a client pipeline, or just starting out—this episode is packed with hard truths and practical wisdom. 🎙️ Watch the Full Episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/22Ex0bCCOdiUnSZBCARdgW?si=cc52cc197d2d471b 🔗 Follow to hear more inspiring insights from leaders 🔗 https://superbenji.ai/ to try Super Benji for your business.

S1 14 Season Highlights l Build the Road Before You Walk It l Lord Andrew Mawson

What do fast food, parables, and the House of Lords have in common? In this refreshingly grounded conversation, social entrepreneur and crossbench peer Lord Andrew Mawson OBE shares the hard-won lessons behind Olympic regeneration, social prescribing, and pioneering leadership in the UK. Rach and Andrew unpack: * Why true entrepreneurship starts with the granular * The surprising leadership lessons from McDonald’s UK launch * How parables and failures shape real-world strategy If you're a founder, policymaker, or someone building from scratch, this episode is a masterclass in starting small and staying curious. Follow to hear more inspiring conversations from leaders.

S1 09 Season Highlights l Redefining Failure, Privately Leading l Dan Maudhub

What does leadership look like when no one's watching? In this reflective and grounded episode, Dan Maudhub, Founder, entrepreneur, strategist opens up about what it means to lead at home, not just at work. He shares how redefining both failure and success has transformed how he builds businesses and builds people. Rach and Dan unpack: * Why leadership styles must adapt to individuals, not roles * The power of “soft failure” and how to reframe it * How leading your kids can teach you more than leading your team * Why fail-fast doesn’t mean fail-carelessly If you're leading in life and business, this episode is a reminder that impact isn't always measurable, but it always matters.Follow or subscribe to The SHiFT with Rach Ivers so you don’t miss future Season Highlights or the upcoming season —and if something resonates, share it with a friend or team member.

S1 08 l The Most Overlooked Leadership Habit l Jessica Rimmer, PhD

What is it like to be on the other side of you as a leader? In this episode, Jessica Rimmer, PhD, reveals the gut-punch question that reshaped her leadership and why feedback is the most overlooked habit for growth. You’ll hear: * How to shift from intention to impact as a leader * Why inviting and absorbing tough feedback accelerates growth * How purpose matures over time—and the clues your body gives you along the way 📌 Show notes: Read Jessica’s book The Purpose Formula. 🔗 Follow 'The SHiFT with Rach Ivers' so you don’t miss future leadership conversations or share it with your team: https://open.spotify.com/show/1peX9mLv1S9NRyxtcvY4r5?si=87ad49f9b511434a