Parhaat James Eves And Michelle Minnikin Podcastit (2024)

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#22 - Alexandra Couzens - Unf*cking Work 35:13

6M ago35:13

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In this episode of the Unfucking Work Podcast, Michelle Minnikin and James interview Alex, who shares insights into their journey of realising the flaws in the traditional approach to work and life. Alex discusses the importance of living intentionally and mindfully, rather than on autopilot, and reflects on the pivotal moments in their life that l…

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#21 Jon Alexander and Sam Conniff 59:19

10M ago59:19

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In this podcast, we managed to get the authors of some amazing books in the same place, at the same time, after much wrangling! Jon Alexander and Sam Conniff join James Eves and Michelle Minnikin. We talk about: Realising the limitations of power and influence in creating positive change. Consumerism, disillusionment, and finding a new story. Embra…

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#20 - Rebecca Cullum - Unf*cking Work 40:24

11M ago40:24

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Rebecca Cullum is a consultant working with leaders and teams to rewrite and build innovative and future-focused team culture. Her heart is for courageous, human, and creative leaders with engaged and thriving teams. Rebecca has two decades of experience in industry-leading tech and telecoms organisations. Her experience ranges from managing high-p…

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#19 - Paula Gardner - Unf*cking Work 36:29

1y ago36:29

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Paula Gardner of Scarlet Thinking is a business psychologist, Human Givens psychotherapist and executive coach working with businesses and their employees around visibility, stress, overwhelm and getting needs met in the workplace. With a background of previously running her own PrRand marketing company, Paula advises and consults around creating b…

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#18 Alex Barker - Unf*cking Work 38:48

1y ago38:48

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#18 Alex Barker Alex Barker is a speaker, facilitator, writer and community builder. And a Pirate Captain. She’s the Co-Author of How to Be More Pirate, the sequel book to Be More Pirate, and Captain of the ever-growing community. She’s also an advocate of helping women find their voice, to become more influential, powerful and effective speakers, …

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#17 - Vanessa Raath - Unf*cking Work 31:29

1+ y ago31:29

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#17 - Vanessa Raath - Unf*cking Work This month James and Michelle speak to Vanessa Raath about unf*cking work. Vanessa is globally renowned for her contributions to the international Sourcing Community. She has delivered Keynotes across three continents and has trained teams based from Auckland to Seattle. Vanessa launched her Talent Sourcing Trai…

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#16 - Matt Ballantine - Unf*cking Work 39:33

1+ y ago39:33

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#16 - Matt Ballantine - Unf*cking Work This month James and Michelle speak to Matt Ballantine about unf*cking work. Matt is a sociologist and technologist who has worked managing and leading technology teams in organisations across the public and private sectors for the last 30 years, including the BBC, Microsoft and Reuters. Since June 2022 he has…

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#15 Grant Duncan - Unf*cking Careers 48:33

1+ y ago48:33

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This month James and Michelle speak to Grant Duncan about unf*cking careers. With a career spanning both executive search and consumer media industries, Grant brings significant experience from these worlds of consumer media and content where he has worked with some of the world's biggest companies to build their senior teams. These are sectors tha…

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#14 Cat Barnard - Unf*cking Recruitment 48:22

1+ y ago48:22

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This month the Work Pirates are speaking to Cathryn Barnard about unf*cking recruitment at work. Cat is a partner and co-founder at Working the Future, a consultancy helping business leaders both make sense of the future of work and build easy-to-implement, people-centred, future-proofing strategies. With a previous career in workforce planning spa…

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#13 Neina Sheldon - Making Light Matter at Work 40:31

1+ y ago40:31

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How does light affect you at work? In this episode of Unf*cking Work, the Work Pirates sit down with Neina Sheldon, journalist, coach and Founder of Make Light Matter, a platform that supports individuals in managing the health impacts of light to improve their wellbeing. Neina shares her personal experience and interest in light nutrition and chro…

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#12 The Unf*ckit List 2023 33:02

2y ago33:02

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It's a new year and we're ready to get things started on the right foot with the first episode of the Unf*cking Work podcast for 2023 by sharing our UnF*ckit List for the year ahead! Tune in to hear our top picks for what has the best chance of improving work in the next 12 months: 🏴‍☠️The 4-day work week! It's a full culture shift where a reductio…

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#11 Rachael Mole - Unf*cking Work for disabled people 43:47

2y ago43:47

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Rachael is the founder of SIC, shaking up what it means to have an accessible and inclusive workplace. Disabled since age 12, she has faced barriers to education and the workforce. An inclusive work culture expert, Rachael takes academic theory combined with lived experience of disability and growing and leading both small and large-scale operation…

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#10 Laura Aiken- Unf*cking Work by confronting Corporate Trauma 47:37

2y ago47:37

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Laura is a Consultant and Founder of Thrive Leadership. She helps businesses understand and manage stress to build cultures of resilience through workshops, programmes and retreats. Laura co-hosts the “Healing Corporate Trauma” series which gives expert advice on personal strategies to protect against corporate trauma and how organisations can stop…

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#9 Laura Rothwell - Unf*cking Work by calling out capitalism 39:05

2y ago39:05

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Laura Rothwell is an accidental marketer of almost two decades. After 10 years in fashion, retail, and destination marketing, she founded cultural communications agency Crystallised in 2013 to work on projects that prioritise people, planet, and purpose. Over the years Crystallised - which is a certified B-Corp - has won multiple awards for their w…

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#8 Neil Usher - Unf*cking work by ripping up the rulebook 27:08

2y ago27:08

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Great minds are Unf*cking Work alike in this month’s episode as James and Michelle sit down with Neil Usher, Chief Workplace and Change Strategist and author of the upcoming book Unf*cking Work: How to Fix Work for Good (yes, he’s on the same sweary mission as Work Pirates!). This episode is a deep dive into what Neil believes is at the root of why…

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#7 Jimi Okubanjo - Unf*cking toxic work environments 31:09

2y ago31:09

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This week Work Pirates are unpacking (and unf*cking!) toxic workplaces with Jimi Okubanjo. Director of documentary film Vanishing Women: Why Senior Women of Colour are Fleeing the Corporate World, Jimi’s expertise comes from her first-hand experience as a woman of colour in the global workplace and London over 20 years. This episode is a treasure c…

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#6 Rob Baker & Chloe Mark - Unf*ck work with Job Crafting 22:56

2y ago22:56

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Work Pirates are ripping up the one-size-fits-all rule book with Rob Baker and Chloe Mark from Tailored Thinking and learning all about the power of Job Crafting! Join them on this podcast journey to discover: - How job crafting and personalisation can revolutionise your workforce and unf*ck the 'we've always done it that way' mantra - Which small,…

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#5 The Voyage so Far with James and Michelle 27:54

2+ y ago27:54

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Raise the sails! We’re five episodes into the Unf*cking Work podcast, and James and Michelle are dropping anchor, to pause and reflect on the voyage so far. Dive into this episode where we explore: What will the work strikes across the country achieve and should we start a Work Pirates union? How do the Swedes do break times better than any other c…

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#4 Elizabeth Lembke – Great Resignation or Great Reawakening? 24:39

2+ y ago24:39

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Work Pirates are joined by maverick talent maven Elizabeth Lembke. Jump aboard this episode to uncover golden nuggets of Unf*cking Work wisdom, including: - What is the Great Resignation, and why is it happening now? - How do we recognise and protect talent? - The importance of civil courage in unf*cking work for everyone! Trust us, this one is wor…

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#3 Sakshi Bansal – Why Kindness Should be a Business Strategy 24:12

2+ y ago24:12

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Sakshi is the world's first UNESCO Kindness Leader. She is the founder of Project LEAP, a social service project that she established at the age of 17 in India. Sakshi leads three key regions: India, Australia and Africa for the Inner Development Goals (IDGs) mission which is a part of an acceleration program for the SDGs globally. As an Occupation…

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#2 Kieran Rose - Neurodiverse vs Neurodivergent? 22:35

2+ y ago22:35

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Kieran Rose is an Autistic parent, published academic, published author and international public speaker who has worked professionally in and around the autism field for around 20 years. His background is specifically in Primary and Specialist SEND Education and service delivery for Autistic adults. He consults organisations and institutions in the…

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#1 Climb Aboard with James & Michelle 22:58

2+ y ago22:58

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#1 James & Michelle - Climb Aboard! James Eves & Michelle Minnikin are the Co-Captains and Co-Founders of Work Pirates with a mission of Unf*cking Work. James is a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, and Michelle is a Chartered Organisational Psychologist and coach. They are both passionate about re-writing the rules of work. In episode 1, James & Mi…

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Unf*cking Work Trailer 1:01

2+ y ago1:01

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The Work Pirates Unf*cking Work podcast is for people who want to unf*ck the workplace. Whether you’re a People Professional, a Business Owner or Leader or you’re simply looking to make work a better place to be, then, the Unfucking Work podcast is for you. Hosted by James Eves and Michelle Minnikin of Work Pirates. Climb aboard and join us on our …

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#148 Sheri-Leigh Miles - Playing around at the edges 40:41

3y ago40:41

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#148 Sheri-Leigh Miles - Playing around at the edges Sheri-Leigh talks to us about the joy of playing around at the edges. We talk about: The power of making sure you’re doing what you enjoy. Knowing environmental science was her thing, before it was a thing. And learning all she needs to know about rocks in a week! Sheri-Leigh is Co-Founder and Di…

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#147 Shelley Farnham & Julia Harris - Complex Strengths and Complex Connexions 55:34

3y ago55:34

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#147 Shelley Farnham & Julia Harris - Complex Strengths and Complex Connexions Shelley and Julia talk to us about navigating complex strengths and the importance of connections! We talk about: Julia navigating school when neurodivergent and feeling that her ‘soul was too loud’. The importance of authenticity and being able to be themselves. And wha…

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#146 Michelle Jones - A world where kindness is currency 1:11:46

3y ago1:11:46

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#146 Michelle Jones - A world where kindness is currency Michelle talks to us about imagining a world where kindness is currency. We talk about: How being content in the moment is a huge gift. How in helping others we can help ourselves. And watching Father of the Bride so many times! Michelle is the Founder and Director of Kind Currency, she also …

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#145 Kev Price - It all ends up good 40:07

3y ago40:07

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#145 Kev Price - It all ends up good Kev talks to us about how it all ends up good! We talk about: His hard-won entrepreneurial lessons. The importance of finding great people to work with. And how he found his current adventure! Kev has more than 15 years of business experience. From co-founding a full-service digital agency in 2007 he then transi…

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#144 Linzi Trafford - Say yes and see what happens 45:29

3y ago45:29

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#144 Linzi Trafford - Say yes and see what happens Linzi talks to us about saying yes and seeing what happens. We talk about: Going on holiday to Thailand and deciding to stay there for 13 years and counting. Being in the right place at the right time. And the absolute joy of salt & vinegar crisps! Linzi is a passionate writer and content marketer …

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#143 Maria Watson - Creating order from chaos 36:49

3y ago36:49

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#143 Maria Watson - Creating order from chaos Maria talks to us about the joy of creating order from chaos We talk about: Not really having any ideas about what she wanted to do when she was little. How to make a living doing something she is great at. And her hunt for the perfect Chinese takeaway! Maria Watson - The Details Director - helps creati…

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#142 Suzi Payton - Listen, accept, commit! 36:40

3y ago36:40

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#142 Suzi Payton - Listen, accept, commit! Suzi talks to us about how the 3 golden rules of comedy improvisation also help with life! We talk about: Her childhood dream of wanting to be a stunt woman! How making stuff up is the best thing in the world. And how reward charts are not just for children! A dynamic life coach, comedian/improv teacher an…

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#141 Fiona Kearns - Being CEO confident 47:37

3y ago47:37

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#141 Fiona Kearns - Being CEO confident Fiona talks to us about being CEO confident We talk about: How we should all work at being good at public speaking. Becoming self employed during the pandemic. And what her hilarious DJ name would be! Fiona Kearns is a Business Psychologist who helps people get rid of self-doubt, own their skillset and feel c…

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#140 Adna Sablyich - Living life gracefully 1:09:34

3y ago1:09:34

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#140 Adna Sablyich - Living life gracefully Adna talks to us about how to live life gracefully. We talk about: Coming to the UK from Bosnia as an 18-year old au pair to escape the war. How acting to her is the juice of exploring the limits of our humanity. And her son’s awesome business idea! Adna Sablyich is an actress and coach, who uses the ex…

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#139 Paula Donnelly & James Hanson - The importance of building business relationships 1:12:50

3+ y ago1:12:50

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#139 Paula Donnelly & James Hanson - The importance of building business relationships Paula and James talk to us about the importance of building relationships. We talk about: The value of critical thinking and different skill sets in business. Good design doesn’t mean reinventing the wheel. And how their 2 dream clients involve pizzas and fightin…

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#138 Dr Rebecca Williams Dinsdale - Counting your blessings and being the blessing 48:09

3+ y ago48:09

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#138 Dr Rebecca Williams Dinsdale - Counting your blessings and being the blessing Dr Rebecca talks to us about the importance of counting your blessings and being the blessing. We talk about: Helping others to see their own goodness and capability. How to keep going and be courageous in the face of challenge. And what brings her the most joy in li…

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#137 Dr Hannah Bryan - Unhook from trauma and get back to your life 45:29

3+ y ago45:29

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#137 Dr Hannah Bryan - Unhook from trauma and get back to your life Hannah talks to us about the importance of unhooking from trauma and getting back to your life. We talk about: Getting feedback from her daughter that led to leaving the NHS after almost 2 decades. The challenge of deciding which clients to work with after being institutionalised i…

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#136 Becca Brighty - Everyone can be happy and brilliant at work 45:29

3+ y ago45:29

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#136 Becca Brighty - Everyone can be happy and brilliant at work Becca talks to us about how everyone can be happy and brilliant at work. We talk about: How doing a coaching qualification was transformational. How we all need to stop, reflect and take in what we’re doing in life. And studying psychology as her dad wouldn’t fund a photography degree…

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#135 Nicola Jayne Little - Building a MINT community 52:25

3+ y ago52:25

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#135 Nicola Jayne Little - Building a MINT community Nicola Jayne Little talks to us about building a MINT community. We talk about: Taking 10 years to work out what she wanted to do. Her starting new things super power. And the importance of “merch”. Working for yourself takes courage. The members of Nicola’s business club work for themselves. The…

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#133 Jez Kay - Flying the flag for effective communication 51:03

3+ y ago51:03

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#133 Jez Kay - Flying the flag for effective communication Jez talks to us about flying the flag for effective communication. We talk about: How his first job could have been the inspiration for the tv series The Office. His first Pirate stance in wearing ‘weird’ suits to the City. And going viral on TikTok. Where is Jez at? During the day he’s a c…

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#132 Emma Baylin - Creating a business around your passions 49:32

3+ y ago49:32

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#132 Emma Baylin - Creating a business around your passions Emma talks to us about creating a business around her passions! We talk about: The importance of investing in staff happiness and wellbeing. The physiological response we have when we sing. And how things feel easy when you’re on the right track. Emma’s passions include the power of human …

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#131 Sonya Morton-Firth - Finding Fulfilment 48:43

3+ y ago48:43

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#131 Sonya Morton-Firth - Finding fulfilment Sonya talks to us about the importance of finding fulfilment We talk about: Being told she’ll never amount to anything and doing everything to prove them wrong. How the best way to get good at something is to give it a try. And the importance of exploring your gifts and who you really are. Sonya grew up …

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#130 Jacqui Marson - Know who you are and speak your truth! 53:57

3+ y ago53:57

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#130 Jacqui Marson - Know who you are and speak your truth! Jacqui talks to us about the importance of knowing who you are and speaking your truth. We talk about: Being very good at persuading people to do things. How being a martyr doesn’t serve anyone. And how Newcastle is the best city in the world. Jacqui Marson was one of the first female inde…

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#129 Bethany Wright - Don’t shy away from who you are and what you want 38:18

3+ y ago38:18

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#129 Bethany Wright - Don’t shy away from who you are and what you want Bethany talks to us about not shying away from who you are and what you want! We talk about: Being authentic without the fear of what others think. Being willing to explore and experiment. Deciding she didn’t want to be a fashion designer after cutting up her Nana’s clothes! Be…

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#128 Brian Bush - Don’t be a lemming! 48:56

3+ y ago48:56

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#128 Brian Bush - Don’t be a lemming! Brian talks to us about the importance of forging your own path. We talk about: The value of networks and connecting people. How he has a purpose not a career. And the joy of embarrassing Porsche drivers at headlights in his Rally version Skoda. Brian is a sales/business development and relationship specialist …

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#127 Sakshi Bansal - Doing Something Different 39:49

3+ y ago39:49

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#127 Sakshi Bansal - Doing Something Different Sakshi talks to us about the joy of doing something different. We talk about: Having a rebellious streak growing up. The challenge of calculating the effect of the ripples of kindness. And her next move towards humanitarian psychology. The meaning of the word Sakshi in Hindi is "witness". After moving …

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#126 Lorna Helps - Making hybrid working work 35:49

3+ y ago35:49

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#126 Lorna Helps - Making hybrid working work Lorna talks to us about the importance of making hybrid working work. We talk about: Wanting to go to Newcastle University way more than becoming a Doctor. Cutting through challenges in workshops by painting pottery. And being told she couldn’t start a business as didn’t have the entrepreneur gene! Lorn…

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#125 Sarah Taylor - Take the leap and see what happens 50:38

3+ y ago50:38

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#125 Sarah Taylor - Take the leap and see what happens Sarah talks to us about the importance of taking the leap and seeing what happens. We talk about: Being environmentally conscious from a young age. The importance of being who you are and being proud of it. And hear all about the backstory of the Pamoja name. Sarah Taylor is a trained skincare …

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#124 Claire Walton - Making a Difference 50:58

3+ y ago50:58

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#124 Claire Walton - Making a Difference Claire talks to us about the importance of making a difference. We talk about: The commendable job HR professionals have done during the pandemic. How we should all ask for help when needed. And her wanting to be Wonder Woman growing up. Claire is a High-Performance Coach and Author. Previously an Executive …

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#123 Dr. Becky Quicke - The menstrual cycle holds all the wisdom. 54:39

3+ y ago54:39

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#123 Dr. Becky Quicke - The menstrual cycle holds all the wisdom. Becky talks to us about how the menstrual cycle holds all the wisdom. We talk about: How becoming a psychologist always felt right. Setting up a business to be the psychologist and Mum she wanted to be. And becoming a free range human. Dr. Becky Quicke is passionate about sharing sci…

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#122 Cameron Shaw - Small changes, big difference 50:37

3+ y ago50:37

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#122 Cameron Shaw - Small changes, big difference Cameron talks about making small changes can make a big difference We talk about: How small businesses have the power of big corporates by taking small actions together. Why the first steps into entrepreneurship can be the most difficult. And how a hotel slogan of “so good, so clean” can be fairly m…

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#5 - Sam Rose - Helping cancer survivors through creative writing. 40:38

3+ y ago40:38

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#5 - Sam Rose - Helping cancer survivors through creative writing. In today’s episode with Sam Rose, we talk about how creative writing can help cancer survivors. Key points from this discussion: Her own experiences with cancer and how writing has helped. The need in cancer survivorship for support at the right time. What the wider community could …

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