#99 Tim Davies - CEO of ivolve Group

Breaking the Perfection Myth:

Tim Davies on the Power of Innovative Thinking

Ever feel like success means never messing up? Stuck in a dead-end job and dreaming of something more? This episode of the Mindset Mentor Meets Podcast is your wake-up call. Host Angela Cox chats with Tim Davies, the forward-thinking CEO of ivolve Group. Together, they bust the myth of flawlessness and show you the power of embracing your mistakes and innovative thinking.

This episode is your roadmap to redefining success. Whether you're a student, an entrepreneur, or somewhere in between, Angela and Tim will inspire you to ditch the masks and lead with authenticity.  

Get ready to discover how vulnerability can be your superpower, not your weakness. This episode is all about unlocking your true potential and turning your stumbles into stepping stones. Plus, Tim shares his incredible journey – from navigating different careers to leading with a pioneering spirit. Tune in to be inspired to lead with innovative thinking and more.

Here are three reasons why you should listen to the full episode:

1. Discover how embracing failure can be a powerful tool for growth. 
2. Learn how authenticity and vulnerability in leadership can transform your professional relationships and organizational culture.
3. Gain insights into the innovative thinking fostered by embracing DIY projects and other hands-on activities. 

Resources

• Contact Tim Davies on LinkedIn
• Visit ivolve Group
• Coaching with Angela Cox
• Listen to The Mindset Mentor Meets

Episode Highlights

[2:37] Tim's First Proudest Moment: When Failure Became Tim's Greatest Teacher 

• Tim shares that openness about failures and challenges can strengthen personal and professional connections.
• He discusses a specific instance, "Leaders Unplugged," where he openly talked about his failures, leading to an unexpectedly positive response from the audience.
• Tim observed that this openness about failures and vulnerabilities led to an outpouring of gratitude from listeners, who felt more seen and understood.

[12:47] Tim's Second Proudest Moment: Transitioning to CEO and Changing Sectors

• Tim narrates his journey of becoming CEO of ivolve Group and the challenges of entering a new sector with a fresh perspective.
• He emphasizes the importance of being commercially sensible without compromising on quality care.
• Discussing the integration of businesses within Ivolve Group, Tim explains the importance of developing a new team and culture focused on transparency, vulnerability, and error admission to foster psychological safety.
• Tim discusses the impact of organizational trauma and the importance of reassurance, innovative thinking, and calm leadership in times of transition and uncertainty.

[22:15] Tim's Third Proudest Moment: Personal Growth Through a DIY Project

• Tim shares his experience of renovating a static caravan, which served as a metaphor for personal growth and the value of investing effort into a project.
• He describes how hands-on activities, like DIY projects, can be an exercise in innovative thinking and provide a sense of achievement.
• Tim reflects on the importance of such activities for balancing professional responsibilities and personal well-being.

[28:30] Overcoming Perfectionism and the Value of Authentic Leadership

• Tim and Angela delve into the pitfalls of perfectionism, discussing how striving for flawlessness can hinder personal and professional development rather than foster it.
• They touch upon the challenge of public speaking and the realization that perfection in communication is less important than authenticity and connection with the audience.
• Tim advises against overpreparation and stresses the importance of being relatable and human in professional settings.
• We must understand the role of EQ (emotional intelligence) over IQ in leadership success and the continuous journey toward personal and professional growth.

5 Powerful Quotes

[3:03] “I realized that [to] be more open about one's failures, or the challenges that have happened over your career or over your life, rather than being something that you need to hide and push down… if you have the confidence and courage, and it does take some to be a bit more open about is something that actually can connect you to people and takes a lot of anxiety away from you as well.

 

[7:21] “…there was a really fine line between being so overly open, that you actually discredit yourself and being vulnerable enough and human enough or grounded enough to make people feel relatable to you. And that you also are not perfect, and you've [never had been] perfect to get that position.”

 

[9:59] “I do think that you only really learn with it when things are bad. No, of course, you do some learning and some developing when things are all right, and things are going okay. But it's tiny in comparison to when things are tough… or things are going wrong or something's failed, that is where the real development happens.”

 

[28:43] “...perfectionism gets in the way of a lot of things…I think it is to some extent, a strength because you meet people who've got high standards. They put lots of pressure on themselves. They want to deliver things and that's great, but when it tips over, and often it does, I think it really is an inhibitor.”

 

[31:45] “There are some technical roles where actually it's all about IQ…you have to have enough IQ to be competent. Beyond that, more and more and more IQ does not equal more and more and more performance. Yeah. But EQ is what it's about.”

About the Guest

Tim Davies, a healthcare leader with over 20 years of experience, stands at the forefront of modern leadership. He brings a unique blend of emotional intelligence and innovative thinking to complex, regulated environments. 

As CEO of ivolve Group, Tim has redefined leadership within the care sector. He spearheaded transformative changes, including significant rebranding and integrating diverse operations under the ivolve Care and Support banner.  

Tim's passion for digital innovation and human-centric management and his proven track record of success positions him as a thought leader in modern healthcare. Don't miss his insights on embracing failure and leading with authenticity! 

Connect with him on LinkedIn.

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Angela