{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67b27fe1f7ed8924103784fd/67b7e54b6f2e96290cafde2c?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Culture and Strategy Unplugged","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67b27fe1f7ed8924103784fd/1740212847189-bdf1f835-67a6-4e33-9c9c-fe81da8b7d27.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this episode of <em>The Downer Difference</em>, we sat down with Peter Tompkins, Downer Group CEO, as he reflects on what <em>The Downer Difference</em> means to them and how it’s shaping Downer’s work.</p><p><br></p><p>This episode begins with a relaxed and intimate conversation, starting with book recommendations - perhaps a few you'll want to add to your own reading list - before diving into their favourite music artists.</p><p><br></p><p>We then explore:</p><ul><li><em>Unpacking common myths about the CEO role and the reality behind them</em></li><li><em>The power of visible leadership and why it matters</em></li><li><em>Mentors who’ve shaped Peter’s journey, daily habits &amp; his definition of success</em></li><li><em>Peter’s proudest achievements since stepping into the CEO role</em></li><li><em>The origins of the Downer Difference and the inputs of people in shaping it</em></li><li><em>What Downer’s culture means to him and how it’s driving performance</em></li><li><em>The difference between a good leader vs great leader</em></li><li><em>What it means to be an agile contractor and how it’s applied at Downer</em></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Recommended books: Make your bed by William H. McRaven and&nbsp;<a href=\"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/To_Kill_a_Mockingbird\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/To_Kill_a_Mockingbird</a>&nbsp;To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Recommended music artist: INXS</p><p><br></p><p>Don’t miss this engaging and insightful conversation that showcases how Downer is creating impact through their culture.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>📺<strong> </strong><a href=\"https://youtu.be/3j4ljL7JkbY?si=8i2dQ5v8MJY2aMLH\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Watch on YouTube</strong></a></p>","author_name":"Downer Group"}