Welcome to Breaking the Chain, brought to you by Impel Talent! In this podcast, you can expect critical discussions, expert career advice, and thought-provoking conversations with industry leaders and innovators. So whether you’re climbing the career ladder, building a team, or redefining leadership, there’s something here for everyone.
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In this episode of Breaking the Chain , Nathaniel Chapman and Terentia Browne explore one of the most important, and often most avoided, responsibilities of leadership: having difficult conversations. From underperformance and workplace tension to poor behaviour, conflict, and organisational change, leaders are often faced with conversations they know they need to have but delay because of fear,…
In this episode of Breaking the Chain, host Nathaniel Chapman sits down with James Edgar to explore the increasing significance of somatic coaching in leadership, emotional resilience, and contemporary workplace performance. As a Chief People Officer with nearly 30 years of leadership experience across industries, James shares how somatic coaching goes beyond mindset and traditional executive…
Communicating change you didn’t create is one of the toughest challenges in leadership, especially when you’re caught between senior leadership and your team. In this episode of Breaking the Chain, we unpack the internal conflict middle leaders face and how to navigate change with clarity, alignment, and confidence. Follow Impel Talent LinkedIn: Impel Talent Twitter: @ImpelTalent Facebook: @Impel…
Why do people hold back their ideas at work, even in organisations that say they value innovation? In this episode of Breaking the Chain , Nathaniel Chapman and Terentia Browne sit down with Richard Braden and Dr Tessa Forshaw to explore the concept of innovation hesitation, the hidden forces that stop people from speaking up, sharing ideas, and trying something new. From fear of being wrong to…
What happens when your customer stops wanting what you’ve always sold? In this episode of Breaking the Chain, Nathaniel Chapman is joined by retail COO Steve Leach to explore how shifting consumer behaviour is forcing businesses to adapt faster than ever. From changing buying habits to the impact of health and tech trends, they unpack why execution speed, curiosity, and adaptability are now key to…
What happens when you’re expected to have all the answers… but you don’t? When every decision you make is being watched, interpreted, and felt across an entire organisation, yet you’re still figuring things out yourself? In this episode of Breaking the Chain, hosts Nathaniel Chapman and Terentia Browne dive into the weight of the top chair, unpacking what it really means to lead through…
Your team is watching. Are you leading the way you think you are? In this episode of Breaking the Chain, Nathaniel Chapman and Terentia Browne dive into how leaders can model confidence, calm, and consistency, especially in times of uncertainty. They explore practical tools like the 10% rule, the importance of emotional regulation, and how small, everyday behaviours shape team culture. Because…
Ever found yourself overthinking a decision because you just don’t have all the answers? In this episode of Breaking the Chain, we unpack why uncertainty keeps you stuck and how to move forward anyway. Simple tools. Real clarity. No perfection needed. Follow Impel Talent LinkedIn: Impel Talent Twitter: @ImpelTalent Facebook: @Impel Talent Instagram: @ImpelTalent Join us for illuminating…
What do you do when you’re expected to lead with confidence, but you don’t have all the answers? In this episode of Breaking the Chain, hosts Nathaniel Chapman and Terentia Browne explore how leaders can stay steady through uncertainty. They discuss why change triggers stress, the role of self-awareness, and practical ways leaders can slow down, gain clarity, and lead with confidence during times…
What does it really take to transition from agency recruitment to an in-house talent role? In this episode of Breaking the Chain, Nathaniel Chapman speaks with talent acquisition professional Lea Giorgi about her journey navigating both sides of recruitment. From agency pressure to internal collaboration and working across international teams, Leah shares insights on adapting to change in the…