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...]
How to Boost Your Performance at Work – Debunking Workplace Myths
Season 2 – Episode 37: The Things You've Been Told That Just Ain't So! In this episode, host James Lawther and Jimmy Barber discuss common corporate myths that hinder performance and productivity in the workplace. They explain that while targets will drive performance, it won't be the performance you want, the fallacy that senior management has all the answers, and the misconception that long hours equal productivity. They also highlight the importance of small, tactical improvements over big strategic projects, the value of treating suppliers as partners, and how introverts can make exceptional leaders. The episode wraps up with a reflection on social media perceptions versus … [Read more...]
Why Most Leadership Development Doesn’t Work
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...]
How Leadership Power Dynamics Really Work?
Season 2 – Episode 29: Understanding Leadership and Power at Work This week, we delve into the intricacies of leadership power and its impact on workplace dynamics. We explore power’s misuse and ethical implications, highlighted by current events and personal experiences. We also share our 'research' and insights - all aimed to encourage self-awareness for leaders to wield their power conscientiously and effectively for positive outcomes. You can also see if you are more intelligent than James by benchmarking your scores on LinkedIn puzzle games! Transcript 0:13 Hello, I'm James. Hi, I'm Jimmy and welcome to a Job Done Well, a podcast that helps you improve your … [Read more...]
How to Master the ‘Art’ of Managing Upwards and Still Sleep at Night.
Season 2 – Episode 5: Advice on the Dark Arts Do you resent those who can 'manage upwards’, or do you simply envy them or feel uncomfortable doing it yourself? In this episode, we discuss the power and value of sensibly managing senior members of your organisation. This skill can aid in career management, ensure tasks are completed well, and allow you to sleep peacefully at night without feeling like a sell-out or sycophant. We offer perspectives on its benefits and share various thoughts and methods for achieving the best possible outcomes for everyone involved. We also discuss the merits of O Beach in Ibiza, the NHS and the risks when forwarding emails... If you or … [Read more...]