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Lead & Create

By: Neus Gil Cortes
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  • Join Neus Gil Cortes, a seasoned dancer and choreographer with 34 years of experience, as she delves into the leadership issues and challenges faced by independent choreographers. In each episode, Neus shares valuable insights from her extensive career, emphasizing the importance of clear roles and responsibilities to create productive and collaborative environments. Through her own experiences and conversations with diverse guests, Neus aims to transform some toxic aspects of the dance culture by promoting positive, supportive leadership. Tune in for practical strategies and inspiring stories that will help overcome common challenges and foster better working environments for everyone in the dance community.
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Episodes
  • #1- Dear Choreographer: Own Your Leadership

    #1- Dear Choreographer: Own Your Leadership
    Jun 13 2024
    In the first episode of the 'Lead and Create' podcast, Neus Gil Cortes, an experienced dancer and choreographer, discusses the importance of recognising and embracing leadership roles within the dance industry. Neus shares insights from her 34-year career and emphasises the need for clarity in roles and responsibilities to foster productive and collaborative environments. She addresses common hesitations dancers and choreographers have about identifying as leaders, and offers strategies to overcome these challenges. Neus highlights the significance of naming roles accurately to ensure accountability and acknowledges the importance of vulnerability in leadership. The podcast aims to inspire better leadership in the dance world by encouraging open dialogue and preparation for effective collaboration.

    Resources:

    - 6 leadership styles- Leadership That Gets Results, by Daniel Goleman

    - Download The 7 steps to finding the collaborators that are right for you.
    - Rethinking Leadership Conversation Friday 21st June 1-3pm Book your free spot

    Music: Happy Day by Top-Flow
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    24 mins
  • #2- How to maximise the time in the studio

    #2- How to maximise the time in the studio
    Jun 19 2024
    In today’s episode, we delve into the importance of creating safe and calm spaces in the studio. We'll explore why such environments are crucial not just ethically, but also for encouraging risk-taking and creativity. We’ll discuss the often overlooked value of calmness in leadership, sharing practical tips for choreographers to stay grounded, organized, and efficient. From strategic communication to mindful scheduling and leveraging team strengths, we’ll cover actionable strategies to enhance productivity and well-being in the creative process.Tune in to discover how embracing a calm, mindful approach can transform your leadership style and studio environment. Let’s all make a conscious effort to be better leaders.Don't forget to check out the Rethinking Leadership conversation coming up on Friday, 21st June from 1-3pm online, and stay tuned for our 5-week online leadership training for independent choreographers launching in October.Hope you enjoy the episode!
    Resources:
    Register for the Rethinking Leadership conversation here.
    Download the guide "The 7 Steps to Finding the Collaborators That Are Right for You" here.

    Music: Happy Day by Top-Flow
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    18 mins
  • #3- 10 mistakes I have made as a leader

    #3- 10 mistakes I have made as a leader
    Jun 30 2024
    Welcome to Lead & Create with Neus Gil Cortes, a Spanish choreographer based in the UK. With over 30 years in the dance industry, I aim to equip independent choreographers with the tools for inclusive and respectful leadership.Today, I’m sharing personal mistakes I’ve made as a leader, including overlooking the importance of social interactions, rushing in choosing collaborators, and not being clear in my communication.
    By discussing these experiences, I hope to create a supportive environment where we can learn and grow from each other.Next week, join me and Stuart Waters as we explore “process over perfection” in leadership.

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    17 mins
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