#11 - Sharry Cramond - The Power of Mindset and Positive Self-Talk in Leadership

About this episode

Sharry Cramond discusses the impact of mindset and positive self-talk on leadership success.

In this episode, I’m joined by Sharry Cramond, an accomplished leader with a remarkable career working with global brands like Kraft and Tesco, where she drove significant business transformations. Sharry is currently the Marketing Director for M&S Food Group and leads the Sparks Loyalty programme across the business. In addition to her corporate success, Sharry is also a published author and passionate mentor for people both within her organisation and beyond. In this episode we talk about: How positive self-talk and mindset shaped her success, drawing from her childhood experiences and early fascination with programming the brain for achievement. The importance of goal-setting in life, likening it to a sailboat navigating through stormy seas. How positive language and getting things done are key to both leadership and personal growth. Sharry also shares her advice for aspiring leaders on the power of going the extra mile and making an impact. Sharry’s journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming a successful business leader and mentor is truly inspiring. Don’t miss this episode! Tune in to hear her incredible story and the valuable lessons she’s learned throughout her…

People in this episode

Host: Sarah Perugia

Guest: Sharry Cramond

Topics covered

• mindset
• positive self-talk
• leadership
• goal-setting
• personal growth
• mentorship

Keywords

• leadership
• mindset
• self-talk
• goal-setting
• mentorship
• personal growth
• business transformation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: M&S Food Group, Kraft, Tesco

More episodes of The Whole Truth: Leadership Stories with Sarah Perugia

• #20 - Silja Eatock - Leading with purpose and staying true to what matters · May 25, 2026 · 31 min
• #19 - Amy Rowlinson - Redefining success and finding your purpose · May 18, 2026 · 29 min
• #18 - Arvashni Seeripat - Why kindness is a leadership superpower · May 11, 2026 · 43 min
• #17 - Victoria Rennoldson: Turning cultural differences into leadership strengths · May 5, 2026 · 37 min
• #16 - Shakila Dabare: Leading with confidence early in your career · April 27, 2026 · 42 min
• #15 - Serene Haddad: Leading through change and uncertainty · April 20, 2026 · 48 min