Nick Roud, Executive Leadership Coach, 19th October 2026, Auckland, New Zealand. There is a peculiar thing that happens when clever, successful, highly paid people are placed around one table and told they are now a “leadership team.” They nod solemnly. They agree...
written by Nick Roud, Outplacement Coach, 15th October 2026, Auckland, New Zealand Over the past ten years, I have sat with many people in the days, weeks and months after their role has been disestablished. Some were senior executives. Some were emerging leaders....
Article written by Nick Roud, Leadership Coach. October 2026, Auckland, New Zealand Congratulations. You’ve been promoted. There was probably a slightly awkward email, a wet handshake from someone senior, maybe a card with a cartoon of a rocket on it or a view...
Written by Nick Roud, Auckland October 5th 2026. Leadership is one of those words that has been polished, packaged, laminated and placed in reception areas beside bowls of expensive mints. It appears in corporate values statements, conference lanyards and LinkedIn...
Article written by Nick Roud Coaching. Auckland, New Zealand September 2026. The most underrated strategic advantage a CEO can cultivate is not a new technology platform, a market expansion, or a cost-cutting programme. It is the quality of their relationship with...
written by Leadership Coach, Nick Roud September 3rd 2026, Auckland, New Zealand For many leaders, the instinct to focus on their team is not merely understandable; it is commendable. People management is visible work. It requires attention, energy and judgement....
