553: Engage and Empower Your Team, with Brecham Group

Chris Hamley of Brecham Group talks about people - 'accidental' supply chain careers; leadership; balancing teams & tech; and creating futureproof careers.

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: [03.17] An introduction to Chris and the Brecham Group.

[04.10] The current pace of change across the industry, and whether it's actually ready for widespread AI adoption.

"The speed of change, and the amount knowledge you have to consume and gain, is amazing."

[06.34] 'Accidental' supply chain careers – how Chris sees people entering the industry, and why there are so many 'accidental' supply chainers.

"They took a job because they needed the income… People didn't start out wanting to do this, but they discovered they were good at it and stayed!"

[09.32] What career progression typically looks like for 'accidental' supply chainers, the pros and cons of learning on the job, and why resilience is key.

"There's a component of self-awareness: 'what do I need to do to get to the next level?' Because there's not really a playbook for moving from one job to another or getting a promotion."

[15.29] What this means for career growth up to leadership level, and the big leadership training gaps.

"I had to learn to be a good leader… I was watching people, mimicking, recognizing what I needed to be good at. I created an environment to close the gaps, know my strengths and avoid my weaknesses."

[18.42] Why the AI revolution has created a problematic knowledge gap for leadership.

[20.49] Whether technology is replacing fundamental understanding, and the impact of bringing people and new tech together.