Sanj had a 10 year plan to write a novel. After 3 versions and 500,000 words written, a final version is with agencies. So, what did he learn from this passion project? Sanj shares his reflections on the journey and the process of both being
Tracy Douthwaite from Way to Wellbeing gives an insight into supporting Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace - covering practical advice from training to developing an underlying supportive culture. Such an important topic both from a
Leadership development had a 'conspiracy of convenience' - if it had a certain look and feel, it could get signed off without too much debate. Some initial assessments, a couple of workshops, a bit of coaching, maybe a project and some time wit
In the time before coronavirus there was a time before PowerPoint. Paul Hammond from Select Brief retells the journey of his audio visual business, Select Brief from 35mm slides and overhead projectors to virtual conferences and VR.
In this episode Ian discusses why co-wrote the book Challenging Coaching and introduced a new coaching model to challenge the established view of the coach as a passive non-directive agent. Ian explains the cornerstones of the FACTS model and
In this episode Tracy Hill from Jigsaw Safety Training discusses the key components of a Health & Safety culture. It's a lot more than compliance training and takes a real commitment from leadership. As most organisations have embraced the ne
In this episode James Bolle from PRPSFL explains the importance of organisational purpose as a means of engaging the workforce. This is likely to be an even more salient topic as organisations and individuals navigate the Covid 19 pandemic and
In this episode Dan Barnfield from Developing Potential (UK) Ltd discusses the benefits of experiential learning and how the underpinning learning theories should not be forgotten in the current rush for more digital learning solutions.
In this episode Ruth describes her journey to becoming a nurse in a hospice. Since the coronavirus pandemic a lot more light has been shone onto the work that nurses do. Ruth gives a fascinating insight into the distinction between clinical an
In this episode Michelle describes working in a safeguarding team, where on a daily basis she would work to support vulnerable adults in the community from abuse. She explains how she others found ways of coping through both the motivation to
On a typical, good day, people get to see our best side - our bright side. Under times of stress, pressure, or even self-indulgence, however, people might get to see the more extremes of our personality. Our derailers. Our dark side.In this
The boards of organisations are in place to provide a strategic focus and governance for the Executive. Events such as the coronavirus crisis fundamentally challenge this decision-making process. In the fallout of the last global crisis - the
"People say to you, 'stay positive, stay positive', but how do you stay positive? I would always think about the future. I would see myself with my grandchildren. I would see myself on a holiday. It's actually made me braver. I hate flying and
Occupational Psychologist, Rory Fidgeon talks through the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) personality instrument in this very different working context we find our selves in - self-isolating, working from home, and at home but not working.
This fascinating interview was recorded with Rich Egan from Rich Learning Solutions. Rich describes how he has used snakes in training and is currently developing a management programme that will work with ex-gang members to deliver an authent