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The Lighting Fires Podcast

Julie Williams

Business & Entrepreneuriat

Fréquence : 1 épisode/32j. Total Éps: 20

The Lighting Fires Podcast, supported by Henley Business School and hosted by Executive Coach, Julie Williams MSc. The Lighting Fires Podcast is a space for real conversations about change, growth, and the spark that starts it all. Julie has a Master's in Coaching and Behavioural change, over 10 years experience of running her own coaching practice, and 15 years experience in marketing leadership roles. In each episode, Julie sits down with one of her coaching clients to reflect on pivotal moments in their personal and professional journeys — from navigating imposter syndrome to finding confidence in leadership, from starting a business to rediscovering purpose. Expect honest reflections, practical insights, and inspiring stories from people who've dared to light a fire under their own ambitions. Whether you're leading a team, building a business, or simply wondering what's next, these conversations will help you tune in to your own spark — and fuel your next step. If you're interested in finding out more about how Julie could work with you or your team, go to www.lightingfires.co.uk You can also contact Julie by emailing julie@lightingfires.co.uk or connect at linkedin.com/in/juliewilliamsexeccoach Interested in becoming a coach? Find out more about Henley Business School here: https://www.henley.ac.uk/corporate-development/coaching

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S1 EP2: Leadership, Confidence & Coaching – A Business Growth Conversation with Mark Schmull

Saison 1 · Épisode 2

mardi 27 mai 2025 • Durée 40:40

In this episode of The Lighting Fires Podcast, supported by Henley Business School, Executive Coach Julie Williams talks with Mark Schmull, Managing Director of Arrow Planning, about his coaching journey through the Ignite Your Business programme and how it transformed his approach to leadership, team-building, and business growth.

Mark shares how executive coaching helped him build greater self-awareness, tackle imposter syndrome, and grow a team culture based on trust, communication, and purpose. He opens up about the realities of running a business, the power of mentorship, and learning to lead with calm, confidence, and intention.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, team leader, or business owner, this conversation offers honest insight into what it really takes to lead a growing company.

Topics We Cover:

Developing leadership confidence through executive coaching
Building a purpose-driven business from the ground up
How to handle imposter syndrome as a business leader
Leading with calm and clarity under pressure
Creating a supportive and adaptive team culture
The role of mentorship and building a strong support network

Julie's Coaching Tips:

Getting the right mentors – Who challenges and inspires you?
Map your personal boardroom – Who and what fuels your growth? (People, books, podcasts, routines...)

Book Recommendation:

Who Is in Your Personal Boardroom? by Amanda Scott – A practical tool to help you identify the key people who can support your leadership journey.

Useful Links:

Julie Williams, Executive Coach: www.lightingfires.co.uk
Mark Schmull & Arrow Planning: https://www.arrowplanning.co.uk
Connect with Julie on LinkedIn: Julie Williams MSc
Email Julie: julie@lightingfires.co.uk
Interested in a free taster 'Ignite your Business' session with Julie? Check out the next available session here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/lighting-fires-julie-williams-14355302598

Henley Business School

Interested in a career in coaching? Find out about the Professional
Certificate in Executive Coaching at Henley Business School here.

Be sure to mention the Lighting Fires Podcast if you do contact Henley Business School.

If this episode resonated with you, please leave a 5* rating or share it with a colleague. Your support helps more leaders discover these inspiring coaching stories.

Artwork by Ian Guppy
Music by Penguin Music via Pixabay
Produced by Perri Hurley

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S1 EP1: Finding Purpose and Leading Authentically – A Coaching Conversation with Pete Wharton

Saison 1 · Épisode 1

dimanche 4 mai 2025 • Durée 49:05

In this episode of The Lighting Fires Podcast, supported by Henley Business School, Executive Coach Julie Williams sits down with Pete Wharton, Managing Director of Wharton Natural Infrastructure Consultants, and winner of Professional Forester of the Year. Pete shares his coaching journey and how it helped him rediscover his purpose, lead with clarity, and reconnect with his values as a business leader.

From climbing trees in Ipswich to building one of the UK's leading environmental consultancies, Pete opens up about navigating leadership challenges, imposter syndrome, and the importance of bringing more of yourself into your work. This episode is a powerful reflection on how executive coaching can unlock personal growth, authentic leadership, and a renewed sense of direction.

Topics We Cover:

Rediscovering your purpose through executive coaching
Leading a values-driven business
Overcoming leadership doubt and imposter syndrome
Making space for reflection and celebrating success
Speaking out as a leader: miscarriage awareness and vulnerability
Building a business that feels meaningful—and fun

Julie's Coaching Tips:

Reconnect with what first inspired your career or business
Create a "career timeline" to identify moments of meaning and purpose
Leadership isn't about suppressing yourself—it's about showing up fully

Useful Links:

Start with Why by Simon Sinek – a brilliant guide to identifying your purpose
Julie Williams, Executive Coach: www.lightingfires.co.uk
Pete Wharton: https://wnic.co.uk/

S1 EP4: From Conflict Avoidance to Confident, Authentic Leadership with Annie Willmot

Saison 1 · Épisode 4

mardi 24 juin 2025 • Durée 42:49

Host: Julie Williams, MSc – Executive Coach and Founder of Lighting Fires
Guest: Annie Willmot – Deputy CEO of Reading Students' Union

Episode Overview:

In this inspiring episode of The Lighting Fires Podcast, supported by Henley Business School, Julie Williams speaks with Annie Willmot about her personal and professional journey from conflict-avoidant team member to confident, values-led leader. As Deputy CEO of Reading Students' Union, Annie opens up about the challenges of people-pleasing, avoiding difficult conversations, and learning to embrace her own leadership style.

Expect a very honest conversation, as honest conversations are very much part of Annie's approach to everything.

Through executive coaching, Annie discovered how to approach conflict with clarity, communicate with confidence, and lead with compassion. She shares how coaching, combined with tools like Myers-Briggs, helped her understand her strengths, navigate uncertainty, and build trust in her voice as a leader.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

How executive coaching can support confident, authentic leadership
Why conflict can be a catalyst for growth
The value of personality profiling tools like MBTI
How self-reflection builds emotional intelligence and leadership confidence
Why embracing your own style is a strength, not a weakness

S1 EP3: Leading with Heart – Imposter Syndrome, Burnout & Brave Leadership with Lorraine Briffitt

Saison 1 · Épisode 3

mardi 10 juin 2025 • Durée 41:23

In this episode of The Lighting Fires Podcast, supported by Henley Business School, Executive Coach Julie Williams talks with Lorraine Briffitt, CEO of Connect Reading, about what it really takes to lead with authenticity in today's world.

Lorraine opens up about her journey through imposter syndrome, burnout, and leading complex organisational change. She shares the emotional toll of a restructure that didn't go to plan, and how coaching helped her separate her self-worth from her job title, rebuild confidence, and reconnect with her core values.

Together, Lorraine and Julie explore the power of executive coaching in helping leaders navigate self-doubt, manage team dynamics, and make space for more reflective, compassionate leadership.

Key Topics in This Episode:

How to manage imposter syndrome as a senior leader
The emotional impact of tying identity to your job role
Navigating leadership during change, challenge and uncertainty
Burnout, boundaries, and post-pandemic leadership lessons
Using coaching to reconnect with purpose, values, and confidence
Building resilience through reflection and honest conversations

Julie's Coaching Tips:

Notice your thoughts – Write down moments of self-doubt and compare them to real, tangible achievements.
Talk it out – You're not alone. Trusted conversations can shift your mindset.
Reconnect with your values – Reflect on what truly matters to you now, not just what used to drive you.
Use tools for clarity – See Brené Brown's values exercise below.

Recommended Resources:

Dare to Lead by Brené Brown

Connect with Julie:

S1 EP5: Reinventing a Business with Clarity, Confidence & Courage with Joe & Charlie Jones

Saison 1 · Épisode 4

mardi 8 juillet 2025 • Durée 34:49

Host: Julie Williams, MSc – Executive Coach and Founder of Lighting Fires

Guests: Joe & Charlie Jones – Co-Founders of Refreshing, a financial recruitment consultancy based in London

Episode Overview:

In this episode of The Lighting Fires Podcast, Supported by Henley Business School, Executive Coach Julie Williams speaks with Joe and Charlie Jones, brothers and co-founders of the financial recruitment company Refreshing, about how coaching helped them transform their business, rebuild clarity, and rediscover their purpose.

They share insights about shifting their leadership model, rebranding their business, and massively reducing overheads without losing momentum. With humour, honesty, and real-life examples, they reflect on the power of creating space for strategic thinking and making bold decisions which align with who they really are.

Key Topics in This Episode:

How coaching helped clarify business identity and direction
The decision to rebrand as Refreshing and what it represents
Moving from team management to a leaner, more focused business model
The impact of reducing overheads and embracing efficiency
Why being yourself is your best competitive advantage in business
Creating time for reflection and strategic decision-making
The value of honest, creative partnerships — especially between siblings

Coaching Insights & Quotes:

"Before coaching, we were just doing fine—but it was more confusing. Coaching gave us the clarity and confidence to restructure, rebrand, and move forward with purpose."

"If it gets quiet, that's when we go incredibly active. Coaching reminds us to always keep moving."

Julie's Top Coaching Tips from this Episode: Resources & Tools Mentioned: Connect with Julie Williams:

S1 EP6: Lighting Fires Podcast – Navigating Identity, Grief & Values with Hannah

Saison 1 · Épisode 6

mardi 22 juillet 2025 • Durée 39:47

Host: Julie Williams, MSc – Executive Coach and Founder of Lighting Fires
Guest: Hannah – Former police officer, mother, and carer

Episode Overview:

In this deeply honest episode of The Lighting Fires Podcast, supported by Henley Business School, Executive Coach Julie Williams talks with Hannah about the challenging journey of navigating shifting identity through profound loss and life changes. Hannah shares her experience of moving beyond the roles she once defined herself by; Hannah the copper, Hannah the mum, Hannah the carer, and finding ways to remember who she is when everything else feels unsettled.

They explore how creativity became a vital lifeline amid personal turmoil, and how reconnecting with core values empowered Hannah to make courageous choices, including stepping away from a stressful work environment during the toughest period of her life.

This episode offers powerful reflections on grief, not only for those we lose, but also for futures we had imagined, and how values can guide us toward new beginnings.

Key Topics in This Episode:

Navigating identity when your life roles shift dramatically
Using creativity as a tool for healing and self-connection
Coping with grief from the loss and decline of loved ones
Recognising the importance of core values in decision-making
Walking away from unhealthy work situations with clarity and courage
Finding meaning and freedom amidst uncertainty

Julie's Top Coaching Tips from this Episode:

S2 EP1: Vision, Vibes & Very Good Logos. Celebrating the creative process and the emotional journey behind it

Saison 2 · Épisode 1

mercredi 12 novembre 2025 • Durée 47:14

Host: Julie Williams, MSc - Executive Coach & Founder of Lighting Fires

Guest: Ian Guppy - Creative Director, Feelgood Creative, a branding and website design agency

Episode Overview

In the opening episode of Series 2 of The Lighting Fires Podcast, supported by Henley Business School, Julie reconnects with long-time friend, client, and creative collaborator Ian Guppy. As the Creative Director of Feelgood Creative, Ian has led the agency through exciting growth and transformation. At a pivotal point in that journey, he turned to Julie for coaching support to clarify his vision and set a new strategic direction.

Together, they explore how coaching helped Ian shift from "future box" thinking to taking meaningful action in the present. Ian opens up about the challenges of leading a creative business, building a team, and recognising the true value of his own expertise.

They also dive into the powerful impact of self-awareness tools like Belbin Team Roles and Myers-Briggs, which helped Ian better understand not only his own working style, but also how to bring out the best in others.

This episode is full of practical insights for founders, creatives, and solo entrepreneurs- especially around mindset, team dynamics, and evolving your business model to align with your strengths.

What You'll Learn in This Episode

Why having a clear business vision is essential, and how to start shaping one
How coaching helped Ian stop procrastinating and take action in the now
The benefits of using tools like Belbin and MBTI to understand yourself and your team

Julie's Top Coaching Takeaways Resources Mentioned Connect with Julie

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