The Prepared Leader: From Crisis to Confidence
The Prepared Leader: From Crisis to Confidence helps leaders build resilience before they need it. Hosted by Helen Lipscombe, each episode shares real stories and bold strategies to lead through uncertainty with confidence. Because the best leaders aren’t lucky — they’re prepared.
Podcasting since 2025 • 11 episodes
The Prepared Leader: From Crisis to Confidence
Latest Episodes
Mastering Crisis Communication: How to Protect Identity and Trust with Sarah Henderson, Purely Public Relations
Reputational challenges are no longer rare events; they’re an inevitable part of modern business. This episode unpacks what proactive PR readiness looks like and how leaders can communicate strategically before, during, and after a crisis.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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38:09
The Power of Curiosity: Fostering AI Skills in Business with Mary Kemp
Mary Kemp, co-founder of Brighton AI and CEO of AI Potential, joins for an honest conversation about how AI is reshaping leadership, decision-making, and organisational resilience. AI isn’t just a technical challenge but a people-fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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37:20
Cybersecurity: Why It Must Be More Than Just an IT Issue
Cybersecurity expert Robert Jumpp unpack the crucial intersection of cybersecurity and organisational resilience. Find out why cyber risk is no longer just an IT issue, but a strategic concern for leaders at every level. With real-world stories...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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47:18
When Crisis Hits: Why Communication Is Your First Line of Defence with Sara McCracken
Sara McCracken is an award-winning PR strategist and founder of the PR Club. She joins The Prepared Leader to explore one of the most often overlooked yet critical aspects of resilience: communication. Drawing from more tha...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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31:56
Beyond the Myths: Unlocking Growth in the Public Sector with Shiona Campbell, BDS
Today’s episode tackles a commonly missed growth avenue – selling to the public sector. Why do so many smaller firms avoid it? Is it really too complex or competitive, or are those just myths?Helen Lipscombe is joined by Shiona Campbell,...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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49:22
