Russ has combined creating successful adventure travel documentaries for global broadcasters with helming the ship of a production company for over 30 years now. As a leader, Russ wants to inspire people to find the passion within themselves. He has led teams halfway around the world to some of the most inhospitable and dangerous locations on the planet. At other times his leadership has come from behind his desk as the production team mapped out their next adventure. Leadership from the front but also from behind makes the work place not only productive but also more fun as it allows the team to blossom. Having an empowered team will cultivate a stronger work environment, not just necessary but crucial in today’s working climate . Russ will share his unique perspective on leadership that enables your team to perform at an optimal level. He highlights the need for clear, shared goals and effective communication to work towards positive outcomes. Russ will discuss the importance of training and nurturing talent. His approach is defined not by delegation but by involving team members in the decision process. Giving responsibility to your team and having confidence in them to make hard decisions even when you are not there will keep them moving forward with favourable results. Ownership of responsibility evokes a greater desire to succeed. Finally Russ emphasises the importance of having an adventurer mindset and “being brave”.  Adventurous leaders are motivated by obstacles as opposed to turning away from them and with this fearless approach the results are often far more rewarding.