I asked friends, clients and ex-colleagues one question: what would you come to me for? What came back wasn’t about my work at all. It was about how I work, and how I make people feel. It made me wonder who tells you the truth, and when you last asked them what they’d say about you.

Geraint Thomas rode three weeks of the Tour de France with a broken hip. For someone else's victory.

His story isn't just about cycling - it's about what the invisible years of leadership actually build in you, and whether we're giving our best people enough time in the engine room before we hand them the keys.

What if you asked AI to name your strengths - and your blind spots? In this blog, I reflect on what my digital partner Ferris surfaced about how I lead, where I thrive, and where I need to grow.