Leading to Change: L2C Connect podcast

9. Leadership Success Profile: Key areas of transition for different types of leaders

In this insightful episode of the Leading to Change Connect podcast, host Ailsa Martens sits down with Sara Dewar, Principal Lead within the Leading to Change Delivery team, to explore how leaders can navigate key transitions in their careers using the Leadership Success Profile.

Whether you're moving from leading yourself to leading a team, or supporting others on their leadership journey, this episode offers practical guidance on:

Understanding the stages of leadership transition
Overcoming common challenges when stepping into leadership roles
Using the Leadership Success Profile and Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) to identify strengths and development areas
Building cohesion and collective leadership across teams
Supporting team members with self-agency and meaningful development opportunities
Perfect for professionals in social work, social care, health, and related sectors, this episode is packed with actionable insights and resources to help you lead with confidence and clarity.

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10. Leadership Success Profile: What is the SAQ and the best way to use it?

Episode Title: What is the SAQ and the best way to use it?

In this episode of Leading to Change Connect, host Ailsa Martens is joined by David Taylor, Principal Lead within the Leading to Change Delivery team, to explore the Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ)—a key development tool available through the Leading to Change app.

David explains how the SAQ aligns with the Leadership Success Profile, helping individuals reflect on their leadership behaviours, values, and motivations. Listeners will learn how the SAQ can support self-awareness, identify strengths and development areas, and guide meaningful leadership transitions.

Whether you're preparing for a new role, supporting team development, or simply looking to better understand your leadership style, this episode offers practical insights into how the SAQ can empower personal and professional growth.

 

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11. Leadership Success Profile: How to use this within a care home setting

In this episode of Leading to Change Connect, host Ailsa Martens is joined by Susan Nevill, Principal Lead at Leading to Change, to explore how the Leadership Success Profile (LSP) can be a powerful tool for leaders working in care home settings.

Susan shares how the LSP was developed with input from across the social work and social care sectors, ensuring it reflects the real challenges and strengths of the workforce. She explains how the LSP can support everyone—from care staff to managers and owners—by promoting self-awareness, confidence, and meaningful development conversations.

Whether you're looking to grow in your current role, prepare for a leadership transition, or support your team’s development, this episode offers practical insights into how the LSP can be used as a flexible, empowering resource—not a performance tool.

Want to connect with Susan? Reach out at susan.nevill@nhs.scot

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12. Leadership Success Profile: A Guide for Line Managers

Leading to Change Connect: LSP – A Guide for Line Managers
In this insightful episode of the Leading to Change Connect podcast, host Ailsa Martens speaks with Jess Elsey, Head of Programme at Leading to Change, about the Leadership Success Profile (LSP)—a powerful tool designed to support operational leaders across social work, social care, and health in Scotland.
Together, they explore:
• Why the LSP was developed and who it’s for
• How line managers can use it for self-reflection and team development
• Practical ways to support aspiring leaders using the LSP
• How the LSP aligns with national standards and other development tools
Whether you're a seasoned leader or just beginning your leadership journey, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration to help you lead with purpose, build trust, and grow your team’s potential.
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13. Leadership Success Profile: An Overview of the Tools

Leading to Change Connect: An Overview of the Tools

In this insightful episode of Leading to Change Connect, host Ailsa Martens sits down with Sara Dewar, Principal Lead within the Leading to Change team, to explore the tools available through the Leadership Success Profile (LSP). Designed to support operational leaders across social work, social care, and health, the LSP offers a suite of resources to guide leadership development at every stage.

Sara walks us through the key platforms—the website, the TURAS-hosted app, and the tools within it—including the Leadership Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ), My Learning area, and upcoming features like the 360 Feedback Tool and Career Conversation Tool. Discover how these tools can help leaders reflect on their style, prepare for new roles, and spark meaningful development conversations within teams.

Whether you're new to leadership or looking to grow in your current role, this episode offers practical advice and encouragement to get started.

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14. Leadership Success Profile: A Guide for Aspiring, Early and Experienced Leaders

In this episode of the Leading to Change Connect podcast, host Ailsa Martens is joined by Claire MacFarlane, Specialist Lead within the Leading to Change team, to explore how the Leadership Success Profile (LSP) supports leaders at every stage of their journey—whether you're an aspiring leader, just stepping into a leadership role, or an experienced leader looking to reflect and grow.

Claire shares practical insights on how the LSP can:

• Help aspiring leaders identify their strengths and prepare for future opportunities
• Support early leaders in navigating common challenges like imposter syndrome, conflict, and shifting from peer to leader
• Enable experienced leaders to reflect on their leadership journey, mentor others, and plan for legacy and succession

With a focus on inclusive, compassionate leadership and real-world application, this episode is packed with valuable guidance for anyone working in or with social work, social care, health, and related sectors.

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15. Leadership Success Profile: Using this as a tool to advance in your career

In this episode of Leading to Change Connect, host Ailsa Martens is joined by Jess Elsey, Head of Programme at Leading to Change, to explore how the Leadership Success Profile (LSP) can be a transformative tool for career development in social work, social care, and health.

Together, they unpack how the LSP supports self-reflection, identifies leadership strengths and development areas, and prepares individuals for key career transitions—from leading self to leading teams and beyond. Jess shares practical insights on using the LSP’s self-assessment and 360 feedback tools, and how these can guide personal development plans and support inclusive leadership growth.

Whether you're already in a leadership role or aspiring to step into one, this episode offers valuable guidance on how to use the LSP to shape your leadership journey and unlock newhttps://leadingtochange.scot/ opportunities.

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16. Leadership Success Profile: A Guide for Learning and Development Managers

In this episode of Leading to Change Connect, host Ailsa Martens is joined by David Taylor, Principal Lead at Leading to Change, to explore the Leadership Success Profile (LSP)—a powerful framework designed to support leadership development across Scotland’s social work, social care, and health sectors.

Together, they unpack how Learning and Development (L&D) professionals can use the LSP to:

• Align leadership programmes with national strategy
• Foster inclusive, values-driven leadership cultures
• Support succession planning, recruitment, and performance development
• Tailor learning journeys and integrate self-assessment tools
• Facilitate meaningful coaching and mentoring conversations

Whether you're just beginning to explore the LSP or looking to embed it into your organisation’s leadership strategy, this episode offers practical insights and advice to help you make the most of this transformative tool.

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