Quick Spoon: The leadership skill that's going out of fashion
About this episode
Ross discusses the importance of pausing in leadership amidst a culture of urgency.
We're encouraged to be quick, responsive and always on. But what happens when urgency becomes identity, reaction becomes leadership and speed becomes a virtue? In this Quick Spoon, Ross reflects on why he believes the pause is becoming an unfashionable leadership skill—and why that might be a problem. Discover why the pause sits at the heart of Ross's leadership framework and a simple practice to help create more choice in moments that matter. Reflection Question Pause for 5 seconds and as yourself - what's needed here? People Soup: Real conversations about work, leadership, and being human — grounded in behavioural science, with practical ideas you can actually use. If you’re enjoying People Soup, hit follow so you don’t miss future episodes. Leadership beyond autopilot - The McIntosh ACT Leadership Framework Visit Ross' Website. Connect with Ross on LinkedIn People Soup on Instagram which also features plenty of Ross' photos of the Andalusian life He's now also on Bluesky The People Soup Website on CAPTIVATE
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