Why ice cream and yoga won‘t improve your culture

Welcome to season four!   For the news section of this first episode, we bring you up to date with what’s been happening over the past few months. We’ve got some exciting plans to share with you too.  Our big topic this week is all about remote working and the challenges of recreating ‘water cooler’ […]

Why Purpose Matters

This week’s news section is packed with inspiration as we share the books, podcasts and resources that are making us think and supporting our work, currently. We’ve shared the links to those so you can follow up on the things you like the sound of. Our big topic this week is all about purpose; what […]

How can leaders create a sense of belonging?

In this week’s news section, we focus on the debate that’s springing up on social media about returning to offices and workplaces. We reflect on why this topic sparks such heated debate and what the implications of moving away from offices may be. Our big topic this week is all about having a sense of […]

Building Resilience

This week’s news section is a duo performance, as Trudy and Advita meet to chat while Jenni is taking a well-earned break. We’re reflecting on the things that have inspired us lately and the support and encouragement we get from our wonderful community. In our big topic conversation, we discuss the difference between mental health […]

Why we should properly invest in ourselves and take time to learn

In this week’s news section, we bring you up to date with what we’ve been up to lately and how we’re coping with our newly-busy social schedules. Listen in as we tell you about our latest plans and projects, and Advita shares some personal insights into her childhood.  Our big topic this week is all […]

The Importance of Data

This week’s events leading to Naomi Osaka’s withdrawal from the French Open are the topic for our conversation. We debate the extent to which appearing in press interviews is a responsibility for certain roles. What’s your view on this? Comment on our social channels to join the discussion. In our big topic conversation, we talk […]

Are power lists necessary?

In this week’s news section we review one of our favourite topics – personal branding. How important is it that your personal brand is in alignment with your vision and values? How can you create a personal brand while working in house? Listen in to find out. Our big topic tackles the tricky subject of […]

Do we still need line managers in organisations?

Our news section this week is all about the things we have chatted about on our WhatsApp chat – we have covered everything from issues of accessibility of content, the role of the communicator when it comes to climate change and some personal challenges around finding the right desk for a new office!  Our big […]

The Challenges of Change

Our news section this week focuses on Mental Health Awareness and we share our tips for wellness. Our big topic is all about the challenges of change. What is a realistic timescale for cultural change; who should be involved in the change conversation early on and when is the right time to talk about the […]

The Power of Language

Have you noticed the over-use of certain words in your social media feed or your conversations at work? In this episode, we talk about the power of language and the consequences of not taking time to consider the origin or impact of certain words. We share our tips on how to respond if you feel […]

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