Ep64: Leading Under Pressure Without Losing Your Humanity with Kate Adams
In this episode of the Human Wise podcast, host Helen Wada speaks with leadership advisor and author Kate Adams about what it takes to lead under pressure without losing your humanity. Together they explore accountability, curiosity, listening, and why leadership today requires courage and self-awareness more than certainty.
Ep63: Leading Through Uncertainty Without Losing Yourself with Sally Henderson
In this episode of the Human Wise podcast, host Helen Wada speaks with high-stakes leadership mentor and author Sally Henderson about how leaders can navigate uncertainty without losing themselves in the process. Together they explore identity, boundaries, recovery, and why sustainable performance requires a more human approach to leadership.
Ep61: What It Takes to Lead in the Boardroom Today with Shefaly Yogendra
In this episode of the Human Wise podcast, host Helen Wada speaks with independent board director and governance adviser Shefaly Yogendra about what it takes to lead in today’s increasingly complex boardroom environment. Together they explore how curiosity, judgement, courage, and human connection help leaders navigate uncertainty, AI, and long-term decision-making.
Ep59: We Cannot Leave Meaning to Machines – Human Skills in the Age of AI with Kate O’Neill
In this episode of the Human Wise podcast, host Helen Wada is joined by tech humanist and author Kate O’Neill to explore why meaning is the most important human skill in the age of AI. Together they unpack how leaders can make more human-centred decisions, balancing technology with judgement, purpose, and long-term impact.