With over 30 years of navigating the toughest energy transitions, Dave Kirwan has seen what leadership really takes. In this episode, he strips back the boardroom façade to reveal the human side of leading: how personal values, vulnerability and courage intersect with business decisions.

We go deep on servant leadership, mastering emotional intelligence, radical candour and the hard-earned power of trust. Dave shares practical strategies for building resilience, juggling competing priorities and inspiring teams authentically, including essential skills for anyone steering through uncertainty or aiming to make a lasting impact.

Join us to explore:

Leading with values and vulnerability
Building trust in high-stakes environments
Practising radical candour without fear
Balancing resilience with competing demands
Inspiring teams with authenticity and courage

The Leadership in Business Series is presented by Live Unbound, a global leader in high-performance coaching, team effectiveness, and culture transformation.

Please email stephen@liveunbound.com if you have any questions about what we discussed today.

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Business Series Ep 1: Dave Kirwan | Leadership That Unites Performance and Humanity