Why Collaboration Is the Secret to Success! With James Renwick & Tony Spong

What is all the excitement about collaboration?
What does it take to truly collaborate? And how can leaders create environments where diverse perspectives are valued, trust is nurtured, and meaningful conversations drive innovation?

Finding Your Collaborative Edge™ is a podcast for leaders, teams, and professionals who want to unlock the full potential of collaboration in their organisations and lives.

Hosted by Anni Townend and Lucy Kidd, co-founders of Collaboration Equation™, this series explores the essential elements of psychological safety, inclusive dialogue, and diversity of thought and feeling—helping you cultivate a mindset of curiosity, care, and courage.

Each episode delves into real-world leadership challenges, expert insights, and powerful stories from those who are finding their collaborative edge. Whether you’re a senior leader, team manager, or simply passionate about creating human-centred workplaces, this podcast will inspire you to build connections, embrace difference, and lead with authenticity.

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About This Episode:
We’re joined by James Renwick (Recast Coaching Ltd.) and Tony Spong (Lead Consultant at AAR).

Together we explore:
🔶 The excitement when collaboration feels right
🔶 How growth happens at our edges, beyond our comfort zones
🔶 Why collaboration must be a conscious choice—not a default
🔶 The importance of designing the right physical and social environment
🔶 How belonging drives commitment to collective success

Tony and James’s encouragements for leaders:
🔶 Be clear about what collaboration is and how to use it meaningfully
🔶 Design the space—physically and culturally—for collaboration to thrive
🔶 Build a sense of belonging that energises collective success
🔶 Talk less and listen more—to understand, not just respond

To connect or collaborate with Tony Spong and James Renwick, follow them on LinkedIn:
🔗 Tony Spong (  / tony-spong  )
🔗 James Renwick (  / james-renwick-coach  )

Mentioned in this episode:
📘 A Time to Think by Nancy Kline (https://www.timetothink.com/the-book/)
📊 Accenture Song – Life Trends 2025: Social Rewilding (https://www.accenture.com/gb-en/insig...)

🎙️ Thank you to Brown Bear Studios for production (https://brownbearstudios.co.uk)
📢 And to SHMOGUS MEDIA for marketing (https://www.shmogus.com)

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