The Leadership Podcast by Niels Brabandt EMBA MBA / NB Networks – Détails, épisodes et analyse

In this episode, Niels Brabandt, founder of NB Networks and international expert on sustainable leadership, addresses one of the most difficult challenges leaders face: guiding organisations through crises, restructuring, and redundancies.

Drawing on real-world cases, Niels Brabandt explains why vague justifications, such as “the market” or “the economy,” undermine trust, and why leaders must take accountability for difficult decisions. He highlights the triple preparation every organisation needs: transparent processes, robust support systems, and trained leaders, while showing how poor communication or lack of empathy can cause irreparable damage to brands, careers, and lives.

This episode offers executives and decision-makers a practical framework for handling layoffs responsibly, protecting organisational trust, and demonstrating authentic leadership under pressure.

A podcast hosted by Niels Brabandt, delivering actionable insights for leaders who want to combine clarity, empathy, and accountability, even in times of crisis.

Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com

Contact with Niels Brabandt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/

Niels Brabandt's Leadership Letter: http://expert.nb-networks.com/

Niels Brabandt's Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/ 

In this insightful conversation, Niels Brabandt, founder of NB Networks and international leadership expert, speaks with Greg Smith, General Manager of FranklinCovey Executive Coaching, about the role of coaching in modern business. Together, they explore why coaching is not a perk but a strategic necessity for organisations aiming to build resilient and adaptable leaders.

Greg Smith shares research-backed insights on why executive coaching delivers the highest ROI of all leadership development tools, how to identify qualified coaches in a crowded marketplace, and why timing is critical when supporting leaders in transition. With real-world examples, Niels Brabandt and Greg Smith discuss the risks of neglecting coaching, the dangers of unqualified providers, and the future of leadership development in an era shaped by volatility, AI, and global change.

This episode is essential listening for executives, HR leaders, and decision-makers who want to understand how coaching can transform leadership performance, strengthen organisational culture, and secure long-term business success.

A podcast hosted by Niels Brabandt, delivering thought leadership for leaders who want sustainable results.

Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com

Contact with Niels Brabandt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/

Niels Brabandt's Leadership Letter: http://expert.nb-networks.com/

Niels Brabandt's Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/ 

Especially in recruiting, organisations hope for more efficiency and effectivity by using Artificial Intelligence (AI). However, the class action lawsuit against Workday created doubt regarding this endavour. Which approach is a well-chose one and how may you implement it in your organisation?

Niels Brabandt discusses the issue in this week's episode.

Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com

Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/

Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/

Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/ 

When emotions become publicly visible, the discussion starts immediately. Is it appropriate to show emotions in public? Is it suitable when you hold certain positions? Which consequences might this behaviour have?

Niels Brabandt discusses the issue in this week's episode.

Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com

Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/

Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/

Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/ 

Imagine an important person is missing from your team by tomorrow. Most teams, most organisations, most companies do not have a system for succession planning in place. They hope for the best without sustainable concepts when someone suddenly becomes unavailable. How can succession planning be approached sustainably and professionally?

Niels Brabandt discusses the issue in this week's episode.

Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com

Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/

Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/

Employee turnover in the medical and STEM field is high. Leaders are often criticised for acting in a non-sustainable way. At the same time, both field have to handle high demands with often limited budgets. Which approach to leadership development is suitable in these fields? 

Francie Jain answers these questions in this interview with Niels Brabandt.

Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com

Guest: Francie Jain

Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/

Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/

Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/ 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) often cause debate at the moment. While scientific evidence is unambiguously clear in its favour, many people see this topic as an aspect for a minority, a small group, quickly labelling it as a "nice to have". In reality, DEI is relevant for everyone. How can you and your organisation pick the best approach?

Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com

Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/

Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/

Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/ 

Motivating people is a wish which almost any leader has. Unfortunately, leaders are often unaware of which methods work. Seeking solutions, they approach unsubstantiated, pseudoscientific or even esoteric methods. One of these cases now happened at Deutsche Bahn, Germany's main train and logistics organisation. The press immediately reacted negatively to the matter. Which approaches work, and how can you motivate the teams in your organisation?

Niels Brabandt discusses the issue in this week's podcast.

Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com

Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/

Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/

Website: https://expert.nb-networks.com/ 

Leaders know about the importance of their network. Still, often they struggle to connect excellent networks to excellent recruiting and excellent results. How can an organisation use all three aspects to gain a competitive advantage?

Niels Brabandt discusses the issue in this week's episode.

Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com

Kontakt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/

Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/

Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/ 

Recruiting needs KPIs. However, choosing the wrong ones, too many of them or creating reports on which no action is taken, never solved any issue or brought more talent to your organisation. Which KPIs are relevant and which aspects are crucial for a successful recruiting approach?

Niels Brabandt discusses the issue in this week's episode.

Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com

Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/

Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/

Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/