Leadership,
Brand & Transformation

Leadership,
Brand & Transformation
Delivered more than
International Talks
Hosted over
Podcast Episodes
Created more than
Blog Posts
Published
Award-Winning Books
Delivered more than
International Talks
Hosted over
Podcast Episodes
Created more than
Blog Posts
Published
Award-Winning Books
Books by Minter Dial

Heartificial Empathy, Putting Heart into Business and Artificial Intelligence
Heartificial Empathy, 2nd edition, released in April 2023, looks at why and how, in the face of the new developments in society and AI, brands should learn to flex their empathic muscle. With numerous cases and interviews, it examines how to encode empathy into your business and into Artificial Intelligence. This second edition won the Maincrest Media Award 2023 in the category of Business Management. Get your copy here. Disponible en français aussi ici.
You Lead, How Being Yourself Makes You A Better Leader
You Lead (Kogan Page), which won the Business Book Award 2022 in the category of Leadership, argues that business leaders deliver superior results, communities of engagement both inside and outside of the company and true values-driven success when they are themselves and come across as genuine. Get your copy here. Disponible en français aussi ici.

Futureproof, How To Get Your Business Ready For The Next Disruption
Futureproof (Pearson-FT Press), cowritten with Caleb Storkey, explores the three core mindsets and twelve disruptive technologies that you must have in today’s age to help you grow your business, see success and get ready for the next disruption. Futureproof won the Business Book Award 2018. Get your copy here.

The Last Ring Home, A POW's Lasting Legacy of Courage, Love and Honor in World War II
The Last Ring Home is the story of Lt Minter Dial’s Annapolis Naval Academy ring that miraculously made its way home 17 years after he was killed as a POW of the Japanese in WWII. The book won the Book Excellence Award 2018. It’s also the subject of an award-winning documentary film. Get your copy here.
The Human RenAIssance Series
Human RenAIssance (H ∞ R) is a project inspired by Humanism and Techno-Optimism promoting the symbiosis of human ingenuity and technological innovation. H ∞ R initiatives grow talent abundance by transforming the perception of one’s potential, helping individuals grasp the spirit of self-discovery and build personal intelligence to live a fuller life and promote progress on a global scale. These ebooks, coauthored with Lena Rantsevich, founder of Reputy.io, are part of the H ∞ R series.
Meaningful Communication
This book, published in 2024, was written using the outputs and contributions from a wide array of experts. Its purpose is to look at the relevance of Meaningful Communication in the workplace, with the pragmatic goal of growing business effectiveness and creating a thriving culture. Get your copy here.
Making Empathy Count
This book, published in 2024, was the result of a collaboration with a wide array of experts. Its purpose is to look at the relevance of empathy in the workplace, explore how to evaluate and measure it, and investigate how better to match candidates with companies. Get your copy (paperback or Kindle) here.


Minter Dial Blog

Marta Talaván: Balancing Board Duties and Pro Padel Performance (JOPS03E11)
Marta Talaván, a professional padel player and board member, shares insights into her career and the world of professional padel. She discusses her journey from childhood to becoming a pro, the challenges of playing on the right side, and the importance of partner dynamics in women’s padel. Talaván offers a glimpse into the daily life of a pro player, including training routines and tournament preparations. As a board member, she advocates for women’s padel, addressing issues like equal pay and opportunities. The conversation touches on the future of padel, the need for global growth, and the unique aspects of women’s padel that make it compelling to watch. This Joy of Padel podcast episode provides a fascinating look into the professional padel world from a player’s perspective.

Rewiring Leadership: Dan Docherty on Purpose and Perspective (MDE615)
This podcast features a conversation between host Minter Dial and guest Dan Docherty, exploring leadership, personal growth, and communication in business. Docherty shares insights from his journey from corporate executive to academic and consultant, emphasising the importance of understanding personal values and purpose in leadership. The discussion covers topics such as psychological safety, perspective-taking, and the balance between compliance and compassion in organisational cultures.
Key points:
1. Personal vision and purpose are crucial for effective leadership and career transitions.
2. Creating a coaching climate that balances compliance with compassion is essential for retaining top talent and fostering innovation.

From Burnout to Badass: Dana Cox’s Journey of Self-Discovery (MDE614)
This podcast features a conversation between host Minter Dial and guest Dana Cox, author of “From Burnout to Badass”. They discuss Cox’s personal journey from burnout to self-discovery, exploring themes of authenticity, work-life harmony, and leadership. Cox shares insights on recognising burnout, rewriting one’s life story, and fostering joy in the workplace. The discussion touches on cultural expectations, the challenges of balancing career and personal life, and the importance of vulnerability in leadership.
Key points:
1. Burnout often develops gradually, with individuals unaware they’re on this path until reaching a critical point.
2. Authentic leadership involves being vulnerable, understanding employees as humans first, and creating an environment of safety and mutual understanding.

Padel Courts and Clubs in Greater London
London’s Padel Revolution: 151 Courts & Counting! Discover how Spain’s hottest racquet sport conquered the capital, from Ilford’s 12-court megavenue to pop-up courts in UB2. We crunch the numbers on indoor/outdoor splits, booking app wars, and which boroughs lead the charge. Grab your racket – London’s padel scene is serving up surprises at every turn!

The Art of Creating Space: Padel Insights with Fredrik Ask (JOPS03E10)
This Joy of Padel podcast episode features Fredrik Ask, a professional padel player from Norway. Fredrik shares insights on transitioning from tennis to padel, his training experiences in Madrid, and the challenges of finding the right partner in professional padel. He discusses the importance of understanding ball trajectories and developing instinctive play. The conversation also touches on the growing popularity of padel in Saudi Arabia and the cultural aspects of the sport.
Key points:
1. The importance of adapting tennis skills to padel, including learning to use the walls effectively.
2. The need for patience in developing partnerships in professional padel, as frequent changes can hinder progress.

The Padel World Summit 2025: A Spectacle of Entrepreneurs, Glass Boxes, and the Relentless March of Progress (Or Something Like That)
The Padel World Summit 2025 in Barcelona showcased the sport’s explosive global growth, with over 6,000 professionals exploring leadership, innovation, and growth strategies. From AI-powered coaching and VR experiences to major brands like Adidas jumping in, padel is transforming from a niche pastime into a €6 billion industry. With 40% female players and rising inclusivity, the summit highlighted padel’s ambition to become an Olympic sport and a global business powerhouse.
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