May 29 2025
Episode 20 – Rama Gheerawo, Author of Creative Leadership and leader of creative consultancy, INSTILL (Institute of Inclusion Love and Leadership) speaks to us about Creative Leadership
In this podcast episode we speak to Rama Gheerawo, Author of Creative Leadership: How to Build the 21st Century Organisation
Rama reveals a transformative approach to leadership that goes beyond traditional management. He introduces his tripartite model of leadership centered on Empathy, Clarity, and Creativity – challenging conventional leadership paradigms.
Drawing from personal experiences, including a profound moment of emotional realisation during lockdown, Rama shares how leaders can create more human-centered, conscious organisations. He emphasizes the power of active listening, inner stillness, and the courage to make small, meaningful changes.
Perfect for anyone seeking a more compassionate, innovative approach to leadership, this podcast offers practical wisdom for reimagining how we work, lead, and connect with each other.
Episode 20 - Rama Gheerawo, Author of Creative Leadership and leader of creative consultancy, INSTILL (Institute of Inclusion Love and Leadership) speaks to us about Creative Leadership
Rama Gheerawo is an international figure within design. He won a Design Week ‘Hall of Fame’ award in 2019 and was named a 2018 Creative Leader by Creative Review alongside Paul Smith and Björk. He addresses diversity across age, ability, gender and race. He is a serial innovator in the field of Inclusive Design and Accessibility having led over 100 international projects with government, business, academia and the third sector. His book, ‘Creative Leadership: How to Design a 21stCentury Organisation is out now as a paperback, audiobook and ebook with Penguin. He is a yoga practitioner, meditator and musician. He lives in London, UK
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