Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders: Why Interdisciplinary Thinking Matters


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Dec 05 2024 49 mins  

Why don’t we question traditional leadership training more often? The world is shifting under our feet, with complex global challenges, AI, and sustainability demanding leaders who think differently. Yet many organisations and institutions still rely on approaches designed for yesterday’s problems.


In this episode, Andy Goram talks to Ed Fidoe, founder and CEO of the London Interdisciplinary School, who’s taking a bold, innovative approach to shaping the leaders of tomorrow. Ed believes that interdisciplinary thinking—combining knowledge across fields—is critical for tackling the messy, interconnected issues that dominate today’s landscape.


This thought-provoking conversation dives into how education and leadership development need to evolve, why adaptability, empathy, and long-term thinking are the “ninja skills” of the future, and how businesses can prepare their people to lead with purpose and impact. If you’re ready to rethink what it means to build a successful leader, this episode is a must-listen.


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Key Takeaways

  • Why interdisciplinary thinking is essential for future leaders

  • How the traditional MBA and Leadership training need to evolve

  • Why the "Ninja-like" skills of adaptability, systems thinking, collaboration, and ethical decision-making are becoming non-negotiable for leaders

  • Why effective, modern leaders must care about more than just short-term outcomes

  • Why education and business must adapt together


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Key Moments

The key moments in this episode are:


00:01:10 - Leadership at a Crossroads: Why Traditional Approaches Fall Short

00:03:49 - Meet Ed Fidoe: The Vision Behind the London Interdisciplinary School

00:07:54 - Why Interdisciplinary Thinking is Crucial for Future Leaders

00:15:42 - Rethinking the MBA: Developing Foresight for Complex Systems

00:20:48 - The Case for Long-Termism in Leadership

00:23:22 - Building Critical Leadership Skills for the 21st Century

00:28:22 - Overcoming Barriers to Interdisciplinary Leadership

00:39:22 - Embedding Values and Purpose in Leadership Development

00:45:24 - Sticky Notes: Ed Fidoe’s Three Key Pieces of Leadership Advice


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