Julia Jones chats with leadership expert and author Michael Jenkins about something we’ve all seen but rarely name out loud toxic behavior in leadership and on boards. From narcissists and micromanagers to gaslighters and manipulators, Michael shines a light on how these patterns erode trust, fuel blame, and stall progress. They also explore how early leadership development, honest conversations, and compassion can help prevent toxicity—and why boards play such a crucial role in shaping healthier organizations.

Julia Jones chats with leadership expert and author Michael Jenkins about something we&rsquo;ve all seen but rarely name out loud toxic behavior in leadership and on boards. From narcissists and micromanagers to gaslighters and manipulators, Michael shines a light on how these patterns erode trust, fuel blame, and stall progress.&nbsp;They also explore how early leadership development, honest conversations, and compassion can help prevent toxicity&mdash;and why boards play such a crucial role in shaping healthier organizations.

This is the REX Podcast feed - your one-stop-shop for all things Rural.

REX is the best of rural radio hosted by Dominic George. Dedicated to the backbone of NZ, join us as we discuss rural challenges and issues, find stories that inspire and empower, and celebrate key players in the sector across Aotearoa.

For more rural news and updates, head to www.rexonline.co.nz.

This is the REX Podcast feed - your one-stop-shop for all things Rural.
REX is the best of rural radio hosted by Dominic George. Dedicated to the backbone of NZ, join us as we discuss rural challenges and issues, find stories that inspire and empower, and celebrate key players in the sector across Aotearoa.
For more rural news and updates, head to <a href="http://www.rexonline.co.nz">www.rexonline.co.nz.</a>

Rural Exchange gives a new voice for farmers. It's a modern, entertaining and informative show for the sector that is the backbone of New Zealand's economy.

This is the REX Podcast feed - your one-stop-shop for all things Rural.

REX is the best of rural radio hosted by agricultural journalist, Dominic George. Dedicated to the backbone of NZ, join us as we discuss rural challenges and issues, find stories that inspire and empower, and celebrate key players in the sector across Aotearoa. REX focuses inside and outside the farm gate, featuring rural news, detailed weather reports and sport, while covering hot on-farm topics as well as some off-farm too.

This is the REX Podcast feed - your one-stop-shop for all things Rural.
REX is the best of rural radio hosted by agricultural journalist, Dominic George. Dedicated to the backbone of NZ, join us as we discuss rural challenges and issues, find stories that inspire and empower, and celebrate key players in the sector across Aotearoa. REX focuses inside and outside the farm gate, featuring rural news, detailed weather reports and sport, while covering hot on-farm topics as well as some off-farm too.