Season 2 – Episode 44 This week marks the end of the second season, so James Lawther and Jimmy Barber have an extravaganza for you - well, it should at least be mildly entertaining! They share some of the highs and lows from the series, things that they've learned and a few of their vast catalogue of outtakes. They'll be back for season 3 in September, so if you have any special requests on topics, questions or guests you'd like to hear from, then please get in touch with us. In the interim, they'll share some excerpts from their most popular episodes that you may have missed, so keep an eye out on LinkedIn, YouTube or TikTok for those. Thank you to everyone who has supported us through … [Read more...]
Peak Performance and the State of Flow
Season 2 – Episode 39 In this episode, James Lawther and Jimmy Barber discuss “Flow”, a mental state where we achieve peak performance whilst our actions feel effortless. They discuss how Hungarian-American psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi discovered this phenomenon, and they also explore the benefits of being in the “Flow” state and its effect on happiness. The discussion leads to practical tips on achieving and maintaining flow state - setting clear goals, challenging yourself, eliminating distractions, and creating the best environment. Finally, the hosts share personal experiences and recommend resources for further understanding. You can tune in to learn how to boost your … [Read more...]
Wellbeing at Work – Part 2.
Season2 – Episode 22: The PERMA+4 Framework This week, we hear more from Leadership and Wellbeing Guru James Carrier. Following last week's episode, we discuss who's responsible for wellbeing, and if this is such an obvious thing to invest in, what gets in the way? Why do many organisations tick boxes rather than invest in their employees' wellbeing, improving the workplace and, ultimately, performance and results? Much to James L's delight, JC has a model to help you think about and take action to improve your wellbeing. Full of thought-provoking insights and pragmatic tips on improving leaders' wellbeing at all levels. Don't miss what JC has to say! Further … [Read more...]