Season 3 – Episode 3: With Caroline Mabon This week, we welcome Caroline Mabon, co-founder of Compassionate Cultures, to discuss the concept of thriving in the workplace. We explore how individuals can take care of themselves, find joy and grow in their professional lives. Caroline shares insights from her company's research, including their Thrive and Grow Index, which helps organisations create environments where employees can thrive. Caroline also shares tips on how to 'Lead Yourself', aligned with her simple model: setting intentional goals, owning your personal development, and building resilience. Don't settle for work being ok. You deserve moments of joy every day! Further … [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...]
Unlocking Leadership Development
Season 2 – Episode 32: The Cathedral Model, With Frank Devine In this episode, James Lawther and Jimmy Barber are joined by leadership development guru Frank Devine. Frank shares insights about which methods of leadership development work and which don't. After a long and varied career within HR working with some of the best organisations, people and academic research, Frank shares what he has learnt testing different "best practices". His research led him to develop the Cathedral Model (check out this link or click on the further information tab to see a diagram). It emphasises skills like recognition, coaching, and constructive feedback. We also discuss the pitfalls of … [Read more...]
Mastering Collaboration
Season 2 – Episode 30: With Amanda Gilbert In this episode, we are joined by Amanda Gilbert, and we dive deep into collaboration in the workplace. We discuss the importance of collaboration, how to achieve it, and the common corporate pitfalls that can prevent it. We share practical steps for setting up collaborative environments, building trust among team members, and achieving shared goals. We also highlight real-world examples of successful collaboration and provide insights on leveraging collaboration tools and techniques. Tune in to learn how to enhance your team's performance and achieve better results through effective collaboration. Plus, we discuss what treats Mrs … [Read more...]
How to Succeed in Your Career
Season 2 – Episode 15: Advice From Two Old Men It might be free, but is it any good? This week, we explore 'how to manage your career' - a subject often discussed, rarely taught, and where perfect answers don't exist. We have both had decades of experience—good and bad—trying to make the most of our careers. So, we thought we would share some of the dilemmas we faced and the insights we have gained. If our expertise isn't enough, maybe Baz Luhrmann's advice from a classic 90s song will be an adequate substitute. You'll also hear about our recent experiences at Christmas markets and how to negotiate with cranky Immigration Officers! If you want more (and why wouldn't you?), let us know … [Read more...]