In this conversation Judith Germain speaks to Peter Murphy Lewis about leadership, innovation, and thought leadership. Peter shares his background, including that he is a documentarian, TV host, and fractional CMO who helps CEOs with their marketing. Peter lives with his family inside a zoo in Wichita, Kansas.
Key Takeaways
- Peter emphasises trust, autonomy, and transparency as key pillars for fostering innovation in leadership
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- Podcasting is highlighted as an effective tool for building thought leadership, especially when tailored to the target audience's demographics
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- Peter's unique approach as a fractional CMO involves intense short-term engagements followed by ongoing strategic support
In this conversation Peter discusses his insights on developing leadership skills that can foster innovation, and the role of podcasting in building thought leadership. Peter shares his and his wife's approach to regular couples therapy, describing it as a "cruise" to maintain a healthy relationship. He emphasises the importance of open communication and seeking outside help when needed.
Peter Lewis is a fractional CMO.
You can find out more about our guest and today's episode in this Maverick Paradox Magazine article here.
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