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Prepared or Panicked: How Leaders Build Resilient Teams – Alex Rae, CEO, Wise Investment
Episode 111
Wednesday, 11 February, 2026
Getting people right means getting business right - and I’m always drawn to conversations about the human factor at work. I’m joined by Alex Rae, CEO at Wise Investments, whose insights cut through the noise about future-proof organisations and put real emphasis on what matters - people.We dig into preparedness and possibility as a lens for leadership. Forget any notion that leaders should have all the answers - Alex is clear about building teams that can weather uncertainty, adapt, and thrive without being reliant on a single individual. That kind of culture isn’t about complicated strategies. It’s the result of leaders who trust their people, keep the conversation open, and invest in genuine relationships across their business.You’ll hear us unpack the difference between simply reacting to change and leading with intention. We talk openly about the risks for teams when rapid change leaves people feeling overwhelmed or unsure about their place. Alex shares how Wise Investments face these challenges head-on, through both practical and emotional support, with practices that reinforce resilience and belonging. The social committee, well-being initiatives, and everyday conversations aren’t just nice extras - they’re essential foundations for high performance.Leadership is about balancing care and challenge. The best managers help their teams grow by keeping things simple, staying present, and making room for continuous learning. None of this is about tick-box exercises - it’s active, ongoing, and firmly embedded in Wise’s culture.If you’re wondering how to build a workplace where people feel secure, valued, and ready for whatever comes next, this conversation offers plenty to reflect on. Download the free resource in the show notes and join me in thinking about how prepared, and how hopeful, we really are for the future of work.More about Alex:Alex Rae grew up in Sweden and moved to the UK aged 15. Five years later she started working at Wise Investment and 25 years later she's still there. Alex has an 18 year old daughter and outside of work she loves seeing friends and going out for dinner.Get in touch here: wiseinvestment.co.ukResources & ReferencesInsight to Action: Preparedness, Possibility, and People - How Leaders Build Resilient Teams Watch this episode on YouTubeOxfordshire Business Summit EbookRetained Partnership InfoContact details for Lisa LLoyd:LinkedIn: lisapsychologyWebsite: itstimeforchange.co.ukSign up to be kept in the loop: itstimeforchange.co.uk/jointheclubEmail me for a friendly chat: lisa@itstimeforchange.co.uk
