Forward Vision with Matthew Taylor

Jan 11 2024 20 ep. 35 mins 2

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Bored of the same ‘big ideas’ podcasts that teach you nothing? Sick of self-appointed leadership ‘gurus’ who peddle the same tired old tropes? Then join political strategist, broadcaster and CEO Matthew Taylor, as he enlists an eclectic range of thinkers and leaders from all walks of life to offer their unique perspective on how to successfully navigate these turbulent times – and help you think differently, feel differently and lead differently.

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