{"podcast":{"title":"Redefiners","slug":"redefiners-4103317","podcast_index_feed_id":4103317,"rss_url":"https://feeds.cohostpodcasting.com/AlxiT3J7","website_url":"https://www.russellreynolds.com/en/insights/podcasts/redefiners","image_url":"https://files.cohostpodcasting.com/quill-file-prod/6df349ec-d648-450e-b4dc-18c7bb07e8d3/shows/550eaf4b-ef13-432b-ba4c-445b9cf68111/cover-art/original_d6f12020c24ad4858ba52d01b427204b.jpg","author":"Russell Reynolds Associates","episode_count":124,"summary":"Call them changemakers. Call them rule breakers. We call them Redefiners. And in this provocative podcast, we explore how daring leaders from across industries and around the globe are redefining their organizations—and themselves—to create extraordinary impact in today’s rapidly changing world. In each episode, Russell Reynolds Associates former CEO Clarke Murphy, Leadership Advisor Marla Oates, and Chief Science Officer Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, host engaging, purposeful conversations with leaders in and out of the business world who share their insights and perspectives on how they lead, boldly. You’ll come away with fresh ideas and tangible takeaways on how you can redefine your own leadership trajectory—no matter where you are on your journey. Leadership Lounge A sister mini-series to the Redefiners podcast, Leadership Lounge gives listeners unfettered access to our global team of leadership experts, who share real-world answers to your most-pressing leadership questions—from how you can give and receive feedback to the benefits of having a mentor. Hosted by RRA leadership advisor Emma Combe, each 15-20-minute episode lifts the curtain on how great leaders think, act, and…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-01T14:20:46.812008+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/redefiners-4103317"},"episode":{"title":"Leadership Lounge: Staying Sharp at the Top: How CEOs Can Use Mentors to Sustain Performance","slug":"leadership-lounge-staying-sharp-at-the-top-how-ceos-can-use-mentors-to-sustain-performance","published_at":"2026-05-20T04:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/redefiners-4103317/leadership-lounge-staying-sharp-at-the-top-how-ceos-can-use-mentors-to-sustain-performance","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/redefiners-4103317","url":"https://www.russellreynolds.com/en/insights/podcasts/redefiners","audio_url":"https://pdrl.fm/74755d/audio-delivery.cohostpodcasting.com/audio/6df349ec-d648-450e-b4dc-18c7bb07e8d3/episodes/7439397a-90c5-4c81-a3f4-da2afa76cdcb/episode.mp3","summary":"The demands of the CEO role don’t stand still—and neither can the leaders in it. Yet while many executives benefit from mentorship on the path to the top, far fewer maintain it once they arrive. In this episode of Leadership Lounge , Emma Combe sits down with Suzanne Bose-Mallick to explore how mentorship helps CEOs sustain performance in one of the most demanding roles in business. They discuss: Why many CEOs stop engaging with mentors—and why that can limit their effectiveness The moments when mentorship matters most, from succession to transformation How mentors support CEOs in building relationships with their boards, making top team decisions, and deciding between competing priorities The difference between a mentor and a chair—and why independence can be important “An external mentor allows a CEO to have consequence-free conversations…a space where they can truly express their concerns.” - Suzanne Bose-Mallick, Leadership Advisor, Russell Reynolds Associates Four things you’ll learn from this episode: Mentorship becomes more valuable at the top: The transition into the CEO role often increases the need for external perspective, not reduces it.  Challenge sharpens performance: The best mentors hold CEOs to account, helping them make better, more grounded decisions.  Independence creates space for honesty: Unlike internal stakeholders, external mentors offer a confidential environment for candid reflection and clearer thinking.  Impact depends on the CEO: The most effective mentoring relationships require preparation, openness, and a willingness to be challenged.  In this episode, we will cover: (1:53) Why CEOs must continually evolve to stay effective  (2:38) How mentorship supports leaders through high-stakes transitions  (5:20) When…","meta_description":"The demands of the CEO role don’t stand still—and neither can the leaders in it. 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