Navigating New-to-Leadership Challenges, with Les Torrance

In this episode of Scaling New Heights, Leadership at the Next Level, host Nick Sellers speaks with Les Torrance, a long-time colleague and experienced coach, about his journey into coaching.

Les shares his experiences from working in business process outsourcing, where he developed internal career paths and mentoring programs. He discusses the common challenges faced by individuals transitioning into new roles, such as adapting to new cultures and letting go of old responsibilities. Les emphasizes the importance of building trust, identifying core competencies, and fostering stakeholder relationships.

The episode also highlights the significance of self-reflection, overcoming fears through practice, and celebrating small achievements in personal development.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:12 Meet Les Torrance

00:33 Les's Journey into Coaching

02:15 The Evolution of Coaching

03:52 Current Coaching Focus

06:36 Challenges in New Roles

10:32 Building Relationships and Networks

11:54 Personal Development and Reflection

18:21 Aligning with Business Objectives

22:15 Overcoming Discomfort in New Roles

29:20 The Importance of Reflection

32:09 Conclusion and Contact Information

More about Les Torrance:

An Executive Director level business professional and qualified executive level coach and mentor. I have over thirty years’ experience in business leading high-performance individuals and teams internationally with extensive experience leading teams and managing client relationships across various sectors and stakeholders.

To reach Les:

• Email: lest84@hotmail.com
• Phone: +44 (0) 7901 688466   
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/les-torrance