The Few Leaders

The Leaders Who Slow Down Lead Better with Amy Vetter

Many leaders say they don’t have time to slow down, but the real cost shows up in depleted energy, blurred priorities, and a team that learns “busy” is the standard. In this episode, Boo sits down with Amy Vetter for a practical, human conversation about the core theme of the episode: why sustainable leadership starts from within through boundaries, self-awareness, and intentionality.Amy breaks down how back-to-back meetings snowball into days that run you instead of the other way around, why “busyness” often isn’t a time problem but a belief problem, and how leaders can shift without needing to overhaul their entire lifestyle. You’ll learn simple, actionable moves like creating 5–10 minute buffers between meetings, protecting time you block for yourself, prioritizing 2–3 outcomes each day, and time-blocking what matters so you stop spending your life “picking what’s next.”We also unpack the mindset traps that keep high performers stuck, including people-pleasing, identity attachment, and the need to feel important, plus practical awareness tools to notice stress early and return to intention in the moment.If you’re a leader who’s crushing targets but quietly burning out or setting a pace your team can’t survive, this episode will challenge how you define productivity and give you a better way to lead with clarity, boundaries, and presence without losing performance.Actionable TakeawayAdd 5–10 minutes between meetings to reset your energy instead of rushing from one thing to the next.Create clear boundaries so your day doesn’t get taken over by back-to-back meetings.Start each day by choosing the 2–3 things that truly matter instead of constantly reacting to what’s next.Time-block your priorities and intentionally decide what can move to another day.When you schedule time for yourself, protect it instead of giving it away when someone asks.When you feel “busy,” ask what belief is driving it—the need to please, feel important, or avoid slowing down.Use stillness as self-observation, not something you need to do perfectly.Connect with Amy Vetter:Learn more about Amy VetterAmy on LinkedInAmy on FacebookAmy on YouTubeAmy's PodcastConnect with Christian "Boo" Boucousis:Learn more about Christian BoucousisBoo on LinkedInBoo on InstagramBoo on YouTube

How to Know What Your Business Is Really Worth (Before It Costs You Millions) with Dave Bookbinder

Most business owners have no idea what their company is actually worth, and the cost of guessing can run into the millions. In this episode, I sit down with valuation expert Dave Bookbinder, a man who’s spent decades cutting through the myths, misunderstandings, and ego-driven fantasies that derail leaders during exits, acquisitions, and scale-up decisions.Dave reveals why 90% of modern business value now sits in intangibles, how misinformation spreads through “golf course valuations,” and why your people may be your most valuable asset even though they never appear on the balance sheet.We unpack the wild delusions leaders fall for, the red flags in buying and selling a business, and the hidden traps that destroy valuation long before the due diligence begins. From “hockey stick forecasts” to ego-fuelled exits that collapse at the finish line, Dave breaks down the art and science behind knowing your true worth.If you're serious about scaling, selling, or simply running a tighter, more profitable business, this episode will challenge the way you think about value and show you the hard numbers behind better decisions.Actionable TakeawayKnow your true value before someone else decides it for you.Stop relying on hearsay. Build your decisions on real data.If you don’t value your people, your business won’t be valuable either.Run your business today as if buyers are watching.Face the gap between where you are and where you want to be.Don’t let your ego cost you the deal of a lifetime.If the future suddenly looks too good to be true, question everything.Bring in experts so you don’t leave money or opportunities on the table.Connect with Dave Bookbinder:Learn more about Dave BookbinderDave on LinkedInDavid's LinktreeConnect with Christian "Boo" Boucousis:Learn more about Christian BoucousisBoo on LinkedInBoo on InstagramBoo on YouTube

How to Future Proof Your Organisation in 5 Years Using AI and Strategic Foresight with Jonathan Brill

AI won’t replace leaders, but leaders who use AI will replace those who don’t.In this episode of The Few Leaders: Speaker Series, I sit down with Jonathan Brill, Forbes’ number one futurist and a leading authority on innovation, technology, and future strategy. Tune in as we explore how leaders can future-proof their organisations by harnessing the power of AI and building more intelligent, adaptable systems to thrive in uncertain times. We break down the myths around artificial intelligence, uncover why rigid five-year plans no longer work, and reveal the small strategic decisions that create resilience and long-term advantage. From navigating demographic shifts and geopolitical change to rethinking leadership roles in an AI-driven world, this conversation is a blueprint for staying ahead of disruption. Whether you’re a business leader anxious about rapid change or an executive eager to turn uncertainty into opportunity, this episode offers practical insights that will help you lead with confidence in the face of tomorrow’s challenges.Actionable TakeawayBuild rolling options, not rigid five year plansLet AI take on what people can’t, shouldn’t, or won’t doMake small moves today that create big options tomorrowAsk for more help than your peersGrow opportunities by building unexpected connectionsStay calm in chaos by using first principlesChoose career steps that open more doors, even if they failLean into change to uncover opportunities Connect with Jonathan Brill:Learn more about Jonathan BrillJonathan on LinkedInJonathan's Media Kit Connect with Christian "Boo" Boucousis:Learn more about Christian BoucousisBoo on LinkedInBoo on InstagramBoo on YouTubeSupport the Podcast:If this episode meant something to you, please consider subscribing and reviewing the show. It helps more leaders and future leaders discover these stories.And if someone comes to mind while you’re listening, send it their way. A small share can go a long way.

From Burnout to Flow: Building Energy Intelligence with Josh Allan Dykstra

AI won’t replace leaders, but leaders who use AI will replace those who don’t.In this episode of The Few Leaders: Speaker Series, I sit down with Jonathan Brill, Forbes’ number one futurist and a leading authority on innovation, technology, and future strategy. Tune in as we explore how leaders can future-proof their organisations by harnessing the power of AI and building more intelligent, adaptable systems to thrive in uncertain times. We break down the myths around artificial intelligence, uncover why rigid five-year plans no longer work, and reveal the small strategic decisions that create resilience and long-term advantage. From navigating demographic shifts and geopolitical change to rethinking leadership roles in an AI-driven world, this conversation is a blueprint for staying ahead of disruption. Whether you’re a business leader anxious about rapid change or an executive eager to turn uncertainty into opportunity, this episode offers practical insights that will help you lead with confidence in the face of tomorrow’s challenges.Actionable TakeawayRedesign work so it energises instead of drains youIdentify your energisers and build them into your dayTurn positive thinking into concrete actionPractise getting into flow for maximum impactAnchor your team with a clear sense of purposeExplore AI tools and learn how to use them nowStep up as the guide who directs and clarifiesMake space for reflection to lead with wisdom Connect with Josh Allan Dykstra:Learn more about Josh Allan DykstraJosh on LinkedInJosh on InstagramJosh on FacebookConnect with Christian "Boo" Boucousis:Learn more about Christian BoucousisBoo on LinkedInBoo on InstagramBoo on YouTubeSupport the Podcast:If this episode meant something to you, please consider subscribing and reviewing the show. It helps more leaders and future leaders discover these stories.And if someone comes to mind while you’re listening, send it their way. A small share can go a long way.

From Vision to Action: The Power of Intentional Leadership with Brian Morris

What separates leaders who only talk about vision from those who actually make it happen? In today’s complex world, where strategy often falls short in execution and leaders face constant disruption, the answer lies in intentional leadership and the discipline to follow through.In this episode of The Few Leadership Speaker Series, I sit down with Brian Morris, Managing Partner of Leadercast, to explore the critical connection between clarity of purpose, effective strategy execution, and continuous self-development. Brian reveals why investing in yourself first allows you to lead others from a place of strength, how to reinvent in the face of setbacks, and what it truly means to build a legacy of impact. Along the way, we uncover powerful lessons drawn from sport, myth-busting insights on leadership, and practical tools for aligning vision with action. Whether you’re leading a global team or growing a small business, this episode offers a roadmap to leading with purpose and resilience in a rapidly changing world.Actionable TakeawayAdapt your leadership to connect with every generation at work.Focus on leaving a legacy that improves people’s lives.Build trust and teamwork by leading like an athlete.Reinvent your strategy when circumstances shift.Challenge leadership myths by seeking real feedback.Use life’s sliding door moments to find purpose.Give yourself grace and learn from failures.Prioritise self-leadership so you can lead others well.Connect with Brian Morris:Learn more about Brian MorrisBrian on LinkedInBrian on XConnect with Christian "Boo" Boucousis:Learn more about Christian BoucousisBoo on LinkedInBoo on InstagramBoo on YouTubeSupport the Podcast:If this episode meant something to you, please consider subscribing and reviewing the show. It helps more leaders and future leaders discover these stories.And if someone comes to mind while you’re listening, send it their way. A small share can go a long way.