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Why Scenario Testing Builds Confident Leaders (with Tom Wootton)
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In this kickoff episode of The Prepared Leader: From Crisis to Confidence, host Helen Lipscombe sits down with Tom Wootton, leadership coach and founder of the Scenario Testing Academy. Together, they explore why scenario testing is the secret weapon for leaders facing uncertainty.
Discover why most organisations miss the mark on crisis readiness, how practical scenario work builds real confidence, and what every leader should be doing to turn potential crises into opportunities for growth.
Whether you’re a CEO, team leader, or resilience professional, this episode will leave you thinking differently about how you prepare.
Until next time, stay ready and stay resilient.
Connect with Helen Lipscombe:
LinkedIn: Helen Lipscombe FBCI | LinkedIn
Website: Resilience Continuity | UK
YouTube: Resilience Continuity Consulting - YouTube
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Chapters
1. Welcome to The Prepared Leader (00:00:00)
2. Meet Tom Wootton (00:00:35)
3. What is Scenario Testing (and why it matters) (00:02:00)
4. The Cost of Skipping Practice (00:05:15)
5. Confidence Comes from Doing, Not Just Planning (00:08:45)
6. What Good Looks Like: Real-Life Examples (00:12:00)
7. Getting Started: Where Leaders Should Begin (00:17:30)
8. Quickfire Questions with Tom (00:21:00)
9. Final thoughs & Takeaways (00:23:30)
10. Sign-off (00:25:00)
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