Storytelling isn’t about performance, it’s about connection.

In this episode of the Beyond Potential podcast, Andy Poole, Co-Founder of Zest, joins Tomas to explore how leaders can use storytelling to build trust, communicate more effectively, and inspire action. From sharing mistakes and vulnerability to knowing when not to tell a story, Andy offers grounded, experience-led insights into what great leadership communication really looks like.

This episode is ideal for leaders who want to be more authentic, engaging, and impactful, without feeling like they need to “perform”.

Follow Andy on LinkedIn and you can find out more about Zest here: www.zest-learning.com

In this Tom’s Talk episode of Beyond Potential, Tomas and Tom dive into a bold question: How will 2026 reward or punish leaders?

Drawing on real client experiences, current workplace trends and their own leadership reflections, they explore the five critical shifts leaders need to embrace in the year ahead.

From moving beyond control toward stronger judgment, to protecting energy over time, to leaning into AI without letting it weaken capability, this episode is packed with practical insight.

They also unpack why psychological safety can no longer be optional, and how authenticity increasingly differentiates leaders who thrive from those who stall.

This is an honest, thought-provoking conversation for founders, CEOs and anyone committed to leading well in 2026.