You in 2042 ... The Future of Work

Future-Proof with Resilience

Russell Harvey · December 17, 2024

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December 17, 2024 · 16 min

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Key topicsLeading Well When the World Won’t Slow DownChange is no longer something leaders navigate occasionally - it is the environment they lead in every day. Russell explores the difference between leaders who are simply surviving relentless change and those who can genuinely say: “There’s a lot going on, and I’m good.” Drawing on nearly two decades specialising in resilience, Russell offers a practical perspective on what resilient leadership actually looks, sounds and feels like when the pressure is real and the uncertainty isn't going away.Before You Add AI to Your Team, Fix the Human OneOrganisations are racing to adopt AI, but Russell believes leaders need to ask a more fundamental question first: what makes our team work brilliantly together? Only then can they understand where AI can genuinely improve performance. With deep expertise in leadership, resilience and navigating persistent change, Russell offers a refreshingly human perspective on AI: the biggest challenge may not be the technology, but how well we lead the people using it.Off the Record — What Leaders Admit in Coaching and Never Say in the BoardroomRussell Harvey has coached leaders to board level for over 6,000 hours, and the same admissions come up in private: they are guessing, they are tired, and they can say neither out loud. Most organisations treat that silence as strength and reward the executive who never wavers, which is how confident-looking teams commit to decisions nobody in the room believes in. Drawing on 18 years with organisations from the NHS to Novartis and Kerry Group, he describes what changes when a leader finally gets one place to think honestly: how they pressure-test a decision before announcing it, and how they pass that same permission down to their own team. Listeners leave able to hear what their leadership group is not saying, and knowing what to do once they hear it.View all topics →

About Russell Harvey

The Resilience Coach | Resilient Leadership Expert

100,000+ People positively affected6,000+ Executive coaching hours£12M+ ROI delivered by RWE npower leadership programme20+ years Learning, leadership and organisational development

Russell Harvey is The Resilience Coach - a resilient leadership expert, executive coach, facilitator and keynote speaker who helps leaders and organisations perform at their best when the world refuses to stand still.

With more than 20 years in Learning, Leadership and Organisational Development, 6,000+ hours of executive coaching and over 70 published podcast appearances, Russell is an experienced and engaging voice on resilience, leadership and navigating persistent change. He has worked with leaders across organisations including Novartis, the NHS, AB World Foods, Kerry Group and The Co-operative Group.

Russell’s work goes beyond helping people simply cope with pressure. He believes true resilience isn’t about “bouncing back”, being tougher or pretending everything is fine - it’s about springing forward with learning and becoming better equipped to lead because of the challenges you’ve faced.

His approach connects the human side of leadership directly to what matters to organisations: engaged people, stronger cultures, better decisions and improved performance. His work has delivered measurable results, including a leadership programme that returned £12 million to the business and a Resilient Leader Programme that achieved more than 1,100% ROI.

In August 2025, Russell achieved his long-held purpose of positively affecting 100,000 people.

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About this episode

Resilience coachRussell Harveyenvisions the future of leadership and organizational success, emphasizing how resilience will shape tomorrow’s workplaces. He discusses the transformative role of executive coaching, the growing focus on wellness, and the need for adaptability in navigating an unpredictable world. By embedding resilience into future-focused strategies, he highlights how businesses can stay agile and thrive amid constant change.

Discover how to stay resilient and thrive in a fast-paced world. Follow Russell Harvey and visit theresiliencecoach.co.uk for expert insights.

Show Notes

[00:30] Introducing The Resilience Coach

Russell Harvey, "The Resilience Coach," explores how leadership coaching prepares leaders to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving world.

[00:55] The Role of Executive Coaching

In an age of constant change, executive coaching offers leaders the opportunity to step back, reflect, and engage in meaningful dialogue to navigate the complexities of tomorrow.

[02:45] Resilience Beyond the Buzzword

Russell redefines resilience as a forward-looking, actionable framework, emphasizing strategies that empower leaders to anticipate and adapt to future challenges.

[03:45] Building Resilient Organizations

Truly resilient organizations are built on trust and wellness—integrated into their culture—not on surface-level well-being initiatives, ensuring they are prepared for the unknown.

[05:00] Future-Proofing Through Resilience

Resilience becomes a competitive advantage when organizations use both hindsight and foresight to pivot effectively and thrive in unpredictable environments.

[06:00] Embedding Resilience in Strategy

Russell underscores the need to embed resilience into core strategies and operations, making it a foundation for long-term growth and innovation.

[07:00] The Foundation of Resilience and Recovery

Resilience isn’t just about recovery but about progressing with new insights, ensuring organizations are stronger and better equipped for the future.

[08:00] Adapting to Change and Artificial Intelligence

As hybrid work and AI reshape industries, maintaining adaptability and situational awareness becomes critical to seizing new opportunities and staying ahead.

[09:30] Resilience Career Coaching for the Future

Russell highlights the importance of resilience-focused career coaching in helping individuals align with their strengths and prepare for evolving career landscapes.

[11:00] Observations on Emerging Generations

With younger generations facing unique mental health challenges, Russell stresses the need to prioritize holistic wellbeing as a foundation for future success.

[12:45] The Resilience Wheel

The "Resilience Wheel," a research-backed framework, provides actionable steps for leaders to sustain and grow resilience in themselves and their teams.

[14:05] Adaptability and Thriving

Adaptability is the cornerstone of future success, requiring leaders to embrace change and cultivate agility to thrive in ever-shifting circumstances.

[15:00] Learn More About Russell Harvey

Discover more about resilience and the "Resilience Wheel" on Russell’s website, theresiliencecoach.co.uk, and explore his podcast for forward-thinking insights.

Guest: Russell Harvey