Ben Walder, co-author of The Visual Agile Coach Playbook, discusses his experience of feeling constrained in the corporate world and how losing his job led to an epiphany that helped him discover his 'superpowers.'

He shares his journey of co-authoring the 'Visual Agile Coach Playbook', the process of recognizing and developing one's superpowers, and the significance of human connection and partnerships.

We also explore how to navigate through comfort, fear, learning, and growth zones, and the future trajectory of work. Tune in to hear insightful discussions on the importance of communication and human connection in the evolving world of work.

00:00 Introduction

01:17 Discovering and Harnessing Superpowers

03:30 Ben's Background and Career

05:52 Finding Motivation and Overcoming Adversity

16:13 The Power of Partnerships

20:31 Taking Bold Moves and Creating Opportunities

22:46 The Personal Growth Rocket Tool

25:09 Discovering the Learning Zone and Ikigai

25:38 Harnessing Your Superpower

26:24 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Growth

27:40 Finding and Honing Your Superpowers

29:54 The Importance of Passion and Values

36:27 The Future of Work and Open Source Book Project

42:34 The Role of Human Connection in the Future

47:10 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

Guest: Ben Walder

With over 25 years’ experience as a change and transformation professional, co-founder of The Visual Agile Coach, Ben Walder, has a strong track record in Financial Services and FinTech. Starting out in project management and progressing through programme management to Head of Change, Ben always seeks to make a positive difference for all involved in delivering change.Find Ben on Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/benwaldercoacheschange

⚡️ In each episode, Paddy Dhanda deep dives into a new human Superpower to help you thrive in the age of AI.

Paddy Dhanda (Host)

Paddy works at the largest Tech training organisation in the UK and is passionate about helping tech professionals build human skills to thrive in the age of AI.

Contact Paddy: paddy@superpowers.school

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