Big responsibility and all that comes with it - Something Comes Along EP06

About this episode

In this episode, Gary Jones discusses the realities of leadership with senior legal leaders Rachael Heenan and William Peake.

Welcome to another episode of Totum’s podcast series Something Comes Along, hosted by Totum Director Gary Jones. In episode six, Gary sits down with two senior legal leaders to discuss the realities of leadership and they navigate this demanding role. Featuring insights from Rachael Heenan, Senior Partner at Capsticks, and William Peake, Global Managing Partner at Harneys, they discuss navigating leadership, managing stress, and fostering kindness at the top. Discover practical advice on self-awareness, team dynamics, loneliness at the top and maintaining mental health in demanding positions.

People in this episode

Hosts: Gary Jones, Gary

Guests: Rachael Heenan, William Peake

Topics covered

• leadership
• stress management
• mental health
• team dynamics
• self-awareness

Keywords

• kindness
• loneliness at the top
• practical advice

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