Judith Germain

Judith Germain is the Leading Authority on Maverick Leadership and has been defining Mavericks as wilfully independent people since 2005. She is passionate about creating clear thinking & decisive leaders who execute well, transform the future, awaken, & align others to eclectic possibilities. She is a multi-award winning consultant, mentor, trainer and speaker. Judith is also the Founder of the Maverick Paradox and Maverick Paradox Media. She is HRZone's Leadership Columnist, a Brainz 500 Influential Leader and author of The Maverick Paradox: The Secret Power Behind Successful Leaders. Her expert opinion is sought after by national press, radio and trade press. Judith is also Editor of The Maverick Paradox Magazine and Host of the Maverick Paradox Podcast. Judith helps her clients amplify their impact and influence and is the creator of the 'Do you know how influential you are?' scorecard. Click the contact us button to find out how to hire Judith, or ask her to appear on your show or in your publication.

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Whose lived experience is more important?

Whose lived experience is more important? To answer that question, we must first consider what we mean by the term. Lived experience emphasises the importance of personal narratives and insights that are derived from the personal...

Why business owners should network if they want to survive

Why business owners should network if they want to survive. Consumers, clients and customers have continued to become more discerning on who they buy from, at lower pricing points than ever before. This often means...

How to embed Black inclusion

How to embed Black inclusion. Black History Month usually generates a frantic avalanche of activity whilst companies work on their consumer and employer brands; keen to demonstrate to consumers and employees alike that they are...

The value of corporate culture

This article ‘The value of corporate culture’ was originally published by the Association of MBAs and can be read here. One of the defining aspects of a values-based culture is that it fosters a common purpose...

4 years old – Happy Anniversary

4 years old - Happy Anniversary - Maverick Paradox Magazine! The magazine is now a toddler - who is up and running! Still lots to learn and do on our journey in provoking curiosity -...

Resolutions, commitments and new beginnings

Resolutions, commitments and new beginnings. According to the Cambridge online dictionary, a New Year’s resolution is ‘a promise that you make to yourself to start doing something good or stop doing something bad on the...

Alpha 2024 – ringing the changes

Alpha 2024 - ringing the changes. This is a common sentiment from business owners and leaders alike. 2024 is to be the year of change and personal growth, and I’m no different. I entertain a...

Omega 2023 – a year of unrest

Omega 2023 – a year of unrest. Well, 2023 began with thoughts of Covid firmly behind us. The United Nations declared 2023 as the International Year of Millets and the International Year of Dialogue as...

Inspiring great leadership. Everywhere.

Inspiring great leadership. Everywhere. What's not to love about this mission? On Friday 17 November 23 the Institute of Leadership put this mission into effect when they hosted their first Leadership Awards at the Hilton...

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Rethinking Nicotine: Biohacking, and the Female Health Gap

Rethinking nicotine and biohacking. In today's episode Judith Germain speaks to Terry Seal about biohacking, nicotine, and navigating male-dominated industries. Motivated by her experiences with...

Six years in: Why Maverick thinking matters more than ever

Six years in, The Maverick Paradox Magazine reflects on why independent, maverick thinking matters more than ever. Launched just before the pandemic, the magazine continues to provoke Maverick Leadership everywhere -helping leaders, business owners, and the pathologically curious think clearly under pressure and prepare for what comes next.

Conversations That Changed How We Understand Leadership

Eight years, 480+ episodes, and a global audience across 88% of the world. The Maverick Paradox Podcast has become a home for unconventional thinkers, from a corporate spy to two monks, revealing what leadership really looks like under pressure.

Why credit card payment management matters

Why credit card payment management matters for financial success. Credit cards are often seen as either dangerous traps or shiny status symbols. Here’s the twist, though: when used with intention credit cards can become something else entirely. They become tools of strategic power.

Why continuous learning defines managers

Why continuous learning defines today’s most effective managers. The modern business environment particularly in the digital sphere is high-speed and high-stakes. Management is no longer about what you know; it's about how fast you're willing to evolve. Being effective today comes from adaptability as much as your years of experience. That usually entails a relentless commitment to learning.