In the last episode, we introduced the Leadership Equaliser - an idea that helps us visualise how much time we spend doing, managing, and leading, and why so many leaders unintentionally let the “leading” dial drop to zero.

If you missed it, you can find it here.

In today’s episode, we’re staying with the basics of how to be a leader in the truest sense of the word - not just someone who gets things done, but someone who leads with purpose, presence, and intention.

Because here’s the truth: doing and managing will always fill your day. If you’re not deliberate, leadership becomes something you do only when time allows.

And there’s never time left over.

This episode of The Leader’s Kitbag is your practical guide to how to be a leader who makes a real impact - on your team, your culture, and your results.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. The shift from being an individual contributor to a people-focused leader
2. How to recognise the ripple effect you have on your team—and their families
3. A powerful mindset and daily question that refocuses your leadership efforts
4. Why understanding the responsibility and privilege of leadership changes everything

If you’ve ever wondered how to be a leader when your diary is packed, your inbox is full, and you’re constantly firefighting - this episode is for you.

Ben’s Key Takeaways

Knowing how to be a leader starts with a simple truth: it’s no longer about what you deliver.

It’s about how you support, develop, and care for your people, so they can deliver what matters most.

Want to learn more about how to be a leader?

The waitlist is now open for the cohort of my ‘Leader in Me’ programme.

If you're ready to:

1. Build confidence and capability as a leader
2. Break free from firefighting and become more proactive
3. Learn how to inspire your team and deliver results…

Join the waitlist here for early access and updates on the next open programme.

Prefer bite-sized learning?

Check out the 10-4-10 Leadership Programme, my free online course that delivers powerful, practical leadership tools in just 10 minutes a week.

You’ll get:

1. Weekly lessons on topics like delegation, motivation and prioritisation
2. A short video, podcast, and book recommendation each week
3. Simple tactics you can use straight away

It’s practical, no-nonsense leadership training that fits into your busy schedule.

Learn more about the 10-4-10 programme here.

As always, look after yourself and those you’ve got the privilege and responsibility to lead.

Until next time…

#LeadOn