Grant Calder, CEO and Co-Founder of Flyt.coach and The Roll
Grant Calder — CEO and Co-Founder of Flyt.coach and The Roll
Episode Summary
In this episode of Innovating Leadership, we welcome Grant Calder, CEO and Co-Founder of Flyt.coach and The Roll. With over two decades of experience in executive coaching and leadership education, Grant shares powerful insights into the intersection of technology and leadership development.
He discusses his journey into executive coaching, the challenges of building his platform, and how technology enhances traditional coaching methods. Grant also explains how his leadership programs have impacted individuals and organizations, while addressing misconceptions about leadership development and the traits that set great leaders apart.
The conversation explores emerging trends in coaching, the importance of adaptive programs, and Grant’s advice for organizations seeking to implement leadership coaching. The episode closes with his excitement about the future of coaching technology.
As CEO of Flyt.coach, Grant drives innovation using AI and data analytics to improve coaching outcomes. Through The Roll, he has empowered leaders in more than 50 countries with tailored programs. He also serves as Head Coach at the Stockholm School of Economics and partner at Paragon Leadership International, making a lasting impact on global leadership education.
Episode Chapters
00:32 Grant’s Introduction
05:15 Favorite food of Grant
07:37 Topic Introduction
07:56 How did Grant get into executive coaching and leadership development?
14:15 Challenges seen while building the executive coaching platform
22:52 Why is coaching important for leaders?
28:50 Utilisation of traditional coaching methods by technology in Grant’s experience
34:29 An example of how leadership programs Grant built impacted individuals and organizations
39:59 How does Grant ensure the coaching programs remain adaptive and relevant to current leadership needs?
43:08 Most common misconception about leadership development
46:10 Key traits that differentiate effective leaders in today’s fast-paced business environment
48:26 Trends in the evolution of leadership coaching over the next few years
50:17 What advice would you give to organizations looking to implement coaching programs for their leadership?
54:31 What future innovations in coaching technology is Grant most excited about exploring or implementing?
56:37 Closing Remark from Grant
About the Guest
Grant Calder
CEO and Co-Founder of Flyt.coach and The Roll
Grant Calder is a seasoned leader in the executive coaching industry, with a diverse background spanning over two decades. As CEO of Flyt.coach, he spearheads cutting-edge innovations in coaching management, utilizing AI and data analytics to streamline operations and enhance outcomes. His work with The Roll has empowered leaders across 50+ countries, guiding organizations and individuals through tailored leadership development programs. A respected Head Coach at the Stockholm School of Economics and a partner at Paragon Leadership International, Grant has played a pivotal role in shaping leadership education and coaching globally, consistently driving transformational results for clients in multiple industries.
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