Managing Change and Uncertainty: Insights from Professor Paul McGee

Grown UP Business

Navigating Uncertainty: Insights from Paul McGee on Adaptability and Resilience

In this episode of the Grown Up Business Podcast, host Paul welcomes Professor Paul McGee, the author, motivational speaker, and known as the Mancunian motivator. The episode dives into crucial topics relevant to individuals and teams facing rapid change and uncertainty. McGee shares his personal journey, overcoming chronic fatigue syndrome, and evolving into a successful entrepreneur and bestseller of 13 books with an engaging concept called Sumo (Shut Up and Move On). The discussion explores managing mental resilience, coping with disappointment, and staying solution-focused. Key takeaways include McGee's seven essential questions for navigating challenges effectively, the importance of acknowledging and balancing emotional responses, and the power of reflection in improving responses to business and personal adversities. This episode aims to inspire, equip, and empower listeners to create better futures for themselves, their teams, and their customers.

00:00 Introduction to the Grown-Up Business Podcast

00:51 Meet Professor Paul McGee

01:46 Paul McGee's Journey: From Illness to Entrepreneurship

03:34 Overcoming Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

11:26 The Birth of Sumo: Shut Up and Move On

15:08 Navigating Rejection and Finding Success

27:04 The Power of Hippo Time

36:24 The Healing Power of Support

37:38 Showing Up When It Matters Most

40:47 The Importance of Reflection

42:12 Understanding Your Brain's Response

45:35 The Seven Questions for Solution-Focused Thinking

49:47 Applying Lessons in Business and Life

01:05:10 The Power of Positivity and Mindset

01:08:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts