{"podcast":{"title":"For Leaders By Leaders","slug":"for-leaders-by-leaders-7058839","podcast_index_feed_id":7058839,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/ForLeadersByLeaders/feed.xml","website_url":"https://ForLeadersByLeaders.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/19479561/Master_graphic_corregido_2_e75fhw.png","author":"Kathy Andrews","episode_count":31,"summary":"You’re a good leader. You might even be a great one. Whether you’re leading a team of one, two, or three thousand, how you lead determines whether you survive or thrive in the workplace. I’m Kathy Andrews, and this is the For Leaders, By Leaders podcast. We’re here for insightful conversations with real leaders, sharing inspiration and practical advice to help you unlock the best in yourself and those around you. When you face those moments where you ask yourself, “What do I do?” or “How can I do better?”, this podcast is here to guide you. With interviews from influential leaders across industries—CEOs, entrepreneurs, authors, and thought leaders—we’ll dive into their personal stories, pivotal moments, and the strategies that led to their success. Each episode explores real-world scenarios, leadership challenges, and offers practical, actionable tools that you can apply immediately. Think of this as a leadership coach in your pocket. Join us on your favorite platform, and take your leadership to the next level.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-04T18:18:09.384159+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/for-leaders-by-leaders-7058839"},"episode":{"title":"On Needs Based Communication/ Guest: Mark Watson, Leadership Consultant at McLean Watson","slug":"on-needs-based-communication-guest-mark-watson-leadership-consultant-at-mclean-watson","published_at":"2026-03-05T17:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/for-leaders-by-leaders-7058839/on-needs-based-communication-guest-mark-watson-leadership-consultant-at-mclean-watson","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/for-leaders-by-leaders-7058839","url":"https://ForLeadersByLeaders.podbean.com/e/on-needs-based-communication-guest-mark-watson-leadership-consultant-at-mclean-watson/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9b5eif6v4c7ebv4c/FLBL_027_Mark_Watson_a9ezv.mp3","summary":"Leadership coach Mark Watson to dive deep into needs-based communication, a powerful framework rooted in the work of Marshall Rosenberg and popularised through Nonviolent Communication. Tune into this episode as we unpack how this four-step approach – starting with the facts, naming feelings, identifying needs, and making clear requests – can transform the way leaders connect, build trust, and navigate challenging conversations. Mark also shares how mastering authentic communication isn't just for conflict resolution but is foundational for thriving teams and organisations. In this episode, we explore: (00:00) Introduction (05:38) Leading with strategy and clear communication (08:28) Using NVC (Nonviolent Communication) as a leadership tool (11:07) The difference between feelings and judgments (15:05) When a CEO shuts down input in a meeting (18:22) Connecting feelings to underlying needs (21:27) Doing the inner work to resolve conflict (23:49) The legacy of nonviolent communication (26:28) The power of observing and asking (31:16) Building empathy through compassionate communication (34:03) Authentic leadership through better communication Connect with Mark Watson here: Mark Watson’s LinkedIn McLean Watson Website The Center for Nonviolent Communication Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg Interested in developing more effective leadership skills? Connect with Cinga today here.","meta_description":"Leadership coach Mark Watson to dive deep into needs-based communication, a powerful framework rooted in the work of Marshall Rosenberg and popularised th…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2171,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/for-leaders-by-leaders-7058839/episodes/on-needs-based-communication-guest-mark-watson-leadership-consultant-at-mclean-watson/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/for-leaders-by-leaders-7058839/on-needs-based-communication-guest-mark-watson-leadership-consultant-at-mclean-watson.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}