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| Titre | Date | Durée | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Putting the world to rights in 2026 - with Brian Jukes | 28 avr. 2026 | 00:31:08 | |
Martin Gibbs is joined in this episode of Three Steps Ahead by Brian Jukes, Joint Managing Partner and Head of Corporate Tax at Dafferns, a leading independent accounting firm, based in Coventry. Martin and Brian worked together for more than 25 years and together they reflect on the state of the world in 2026: - What are the key issues business leaders are facing today? | |||
| 7 Career lessons we wish we had known 25 years ago | 15 mars 2026 | 00:17:06 | |
If you were starting your career today, what would you do differently? In this episode of The Three Steps Ahead Podcast, Martin Gibbs, Richard Miller and Simon Cossey share practical career lessons drawn from more than 100 years of combined leadership experience. This is real world advice for Gen Z, millennials and ambitious professionals who want to build careers that last. 1. Continuous Learning → Qualification Is the Starting Line - The real learning begins after you qualify. Career advantage comes from staying curious and adapting faster than change. 2. Stick With It → Careers Compound over time - Success comes from patience, resilience and long term reputation. Careers are marathons that reward consistency. 3. Personal Brand → You Already Have One, what are you going to do with it? - Your reputation is forming whether you shape it or not. Be intentional about what you are known for and how you show up professionally. 4. Authentic → Know Your Non Negotiables 5. Agile → Do Not Marry the Plan 6. Connected → Opportunity Flows Through People 7. The Bonus Lesson - Ownership → It Is Your Career | |||
| Do You Have the Top 6 Human Skills That Could Define Your 2026? - With Sarah Alexander | 22 févr. 2026 | 00:28:12 | |
In this episode of Three Steps Ahead, Martin Gibbs is joined by Sarah Alexander, Founder and Director of Vivid Learning & Development In a world shaped by AI, constant change, and relentless distraction, the leaders who thrive are not those with the most tools — but those with the strongest human skills. Drawing on insights from working with thousands of leaders across 2025, Sarah shares the six human skills that will either set leaders apart, or hold them back in 2026 and beyond. These are the capabilities that underpin good judgement, meaningful connection, collaboration, resilience, and adaptability. Listen & follow: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon | |||
| The AI-Augmented Leader: What High-Performing Leaders Must Get Right in 2026 | 08 févr. 2026 | 00:43:28 | |
How do leaders get Three Steps Ahead and make better strategy decisions in 2026? In this episode, Martin Gibbs, Richard Miller and Simon Cossey explore what high-performing leaders must get right in a rapidly changing, AI-augmented world. YouTube https://youtu.be/faH3l6brEIM | |||
| Three Steps Ahead - The Pilot Episode | 21 janv. 2026 | 00:15:55 | |
Three Steps Ahead is a business strategy and leadership podcast for owners, leaders and advisers who want practical ideas that actually work. Practical strategy for the next move Hosted by Martin Gibbs, Richard Miller and Simon Cossey, the podcast brings together decades of experience in advisory, leadership facilitation, peer-to-peer learning and business development. Across the series, the conversation focuses on simple, effective strategy, authentic leadership, and how leaders can make better decisions in an increasingly uncertain and fast-changing world. The three hosts share a long history of working with owner-managed businesses. Martin and Richard were partners for more than 25 years at Dafferns Accountants, Simon worked closely with the firm as a business development consultant, and all three have led and facilitated senior peer-learning groups. They are also accredited Mindshop Expert Advisers, with a strong belief in clear planning, shared accountability and continuous learning. Each episode of Three Steps Ahead is an open, unscripted conversation. Topics include leadership culture, shared values, communication, planning frameworks, experimentation, and what it really means to lead when progress is rarely linear. The podcast recognises that plans don’t always work first time — sometimes it’s three steps ahead and two steps back — but having a plan, learning from experience and adapting along the way matters far more than chasing perfection. Over the course of the series, the hosts will also explore emerging themes such as the rise of the AI-augmented leader, the growing importance of emotional intelligence, and how leaders can create environments where people feel safe, engaged and able to perform at their best. Alongside the core trio, occasional guest contributors will bring additional perspectives from across business, leadership and professional services. This podcast isn’t about theory, hype or quick fixes. It’s about thoughtful conversation, shared insight and practical takeaways that leaders can apply in the real world. If you’re a business owner, senior leader or adviser who wants to think more clearly, plan more confidently and move forward with purpose, Three Steps Ahead is for you. | |||