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Art Is Awesome with Emily WilsonCarrie Ann Plank - PrintmakerWelcome to Art is Awesome, the show where we talk with an artist or art worker with a connection to the San Francisco Bay Area. In this week's Episode, Emily features artist Carrie Ann Plank. Originally inclined towards a medical career, Carrie Ann found her true calling in printmaking. Her work, which combines science and art, is showcased in multiple renowned collections, including the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco and the Library of Congress. Her latest exhibition, 'Cacophony' at Jonathan Carver Moore, visualizes sound through layered prints. Carrie Ann discusses her process, inspiration from scientific data, a...2025-01-0713 min
Advice from FriendsFriendship Advice from FriendsWhen we had this letter, we knew that our friend had to be Lorna Reeves. The three of us became friends as grown-ups, and this is exactly what this episode is about; how to make and let go of friendships.We discuss all sorts including gossamer threads, witchcraft and the power of letting go.Thank you so much Lee for joining the conversation and of course to all of you for listening. We’d love to hear your thoughts and advice. Leave a comment or DM us. Don’t forget to le...2024-09-0241 minAdvice from FriendsRelationship Advice from FriendsThis week we are talking with our amazing friend Jo Lee Morris of Infinite Pathways all about relationships.Our listener dilemma today is all about how to revitalise relationships with your partner when it feels like life (work, kids etc.) takes up all the time. We share our own experiences of how we have made time to prioritise our partners as well as the importance of good communications. And we tackle that challenging question about knowing if you want to grow closer to your partner again or if it is a sign that t...2024-08-1945 min
Behind the BobS2E8 Behind the Bob - the one with me (Carrie-Ann Wade)In this episode, Carrie-Ann Wade shares the highlights, challenges and insights from her communications career to date and her life as a communications director.From careers advice at school to the importance of her support network, she shares her journey so far. Opportunity is the word of the episode - grabbing the ones that feel right as they come along and looking to help others find the right opportunities for them. Carrie-Ann has worked in communications for almost 20 years and is currently founder and director of Cat's Pajamas Communications Ltd, mentoring aspiring comms leaders and...2024-08-1439 minAdvice from FriendsAdulting Advice from FriendsYour weekly dose of Advice From Friends is out now and we are talking with our fabulous friend Lee Griffith from Sunday Skies all about adulting.Being a grown-up can feel overwhelming and the listener who contacted us was almost bored of the responsibilities of being an adult.In this conversation we cover everything from chores and managing money to grannying – yep you heard it here first – if you want you can skip adulting all together and head straight for the grannying years of your life 😊Thank you so much Lee for...2024-08-1250 minBehind the BobS2E7 Behind the Bob - the one with Nick PearsonIn this episode of Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms Director, Carrie-Ann Wade is in conversation with Nick Pearson about the successes and challenges of his career to date and his advice for aspiring communications leaders.Nick is a communications leader with more than 25 years’ experience and runs Pearson & Pearson (communications) Ltd with his wife, Vicky. He began his career in the media and in 2004 he joined the NHS. During the COVID-19 pandemic Nick was Director of Communications for a Nightingale Hospital. His last role in the NHS was Chief of Staff at NHS Devon....2024-08-0745 minAdvice from FriendsFamily Advice from FriendsFamily Advice From Friends out now!Thank you to listener ‘the Middle Piggy’ who shared their challenging family dynamics and feeling like they are stuck in the middle of their mum and sister. We share some of our experiences of having courageous conversations with aim of ensuring that your own needs are met (a challenge sometimes for us people pleasers and conflict avoiders).What would you advise ‘the middle piggy’? Should they speak up and share their own feelings about always being the person who has to hear the moans and groan...2024-08-0530 minBehind the BobS2E6 Behind the Bob - the one with Amanda WhiteBehind the Bob, Diary of a Comms DirectorWelcome to Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms Director with Carrie-Ann Wade.This podcast is all about developing communications leaders of the future and supporting you to grow and thrive in your comms career. You’ll hear from Carrie-Ann about her own personal experiences and insights and there might even be a special guest or two popping up.The first series focused on diversity in the communications profession and how to create more opportunities for people to see communications as a profession they would li...2024-07-3137 minAdvice from FriendsIntroducing Advice from FriendsWell it’s landed! The first episode of Advice From Friends, our podcast mini-series.You know that we love collaborating, and we love having interesting conversations, so we hope you’ll enjoy listening on the chats we have in this series. This first episode is an introduction to Advice From Friends, why we decided to record these conversations and also a bit more about the best (and worst) advice we’ve received.We’d love to know who you go to for advice, we share more about our friendships and networks...2024-07-2933 minAdvice from FriendsAdvice From Friends - TrailerAdvice from Friends is brought to you by real life besties and advice (over)sharers Jane Galloway and Carrie-Ann Wade. We'll be taking your challenges and conundrums and sharing a bit of advice that you can take or leave. With special guests and real talk, this is the show for you if you're looking for a different take on things. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-2500 minBehind the BobS2E5 Behind the Bob - the one with Simon JonesIn the latest episode Carrie-Ann Wade talks with Simon Jones who is the Executive Director for Communications for Westco and the former Chair of LGcomms, a professional body representing local government communicators.We talk about his 15 years’ experience at director level in local government where his remit not only covered communications but included policy, strategy and business intelligence.Simon shares his journey from journalist and editorial director into a career in communications and is honest about the challenges and learning.We also talk about the joy of working with senior leadership teams who va...2024-07-2433 minBehind the BobS2E4 Behind the Bob - the one with Ranjeet KaileIn this episode of Behind the Bob, Carrie-Ann Wade is in conversation with Ranjeet Kaile about life as a communications director and some of the highlights and challenges of his career to date. Ranjeet is the Executive Director of Communications and Engagement for South East London Integrated Care Partnership and for South London and The Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. From his desire to work for the police service, through to the various opportunities he has grasped throughout his career in public sector communications, it is clear that Ranjeet is focused on creating positive impacts for the communities...2024-07-1733 minBehind the BobS2E3 Behind the Bob - the one with Mary WhenmanIn this episode, Carrie-Ann Wade and Mary Whenman discuss Mary's career highlights and her advice and insight for aspiring communications directors.Mary is Director, Group Communications at the British Business Bank, the UK’s economic development bank. Before moving in-house, Mary had a 25-year global agency career. She is a Fellow of the CIPR, has featured in the PR Week Powerbook since 2015 and was President of Women in PR 2015-2018.The conversation ranges from holiday camps to high end diamonds, with everything in between. And Mary shares her experience of moving from agency to in-house. Wit...2024-07-1039 minBehind the BobS2E2 Behind the Bob - the one with Darren CaveneyIn this episode of Behind the Bob, Carrie-Ann Wade is in conversation with Darren Caveney. He is the creator and owner of comms2point0 specialist consultancy, Creative Communicators Ltd. His 28 years in communications, PR and marketing includes communications leadership in local government and in the NHS.From a potential career as a stained glass maker (it's never too late) to be asked to stop the Guiness blimp flying over London, Darren shares the highlights and challenges of his career to date.And best of all, he shares his top 10 tips for communications directors and aspiring...2024-07-0351 minBehind the BobS2E1 Behind the Bob - communications leadershipBehind the Bob, Diary of a Comms DirectorWelcome to Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms Director with Carrie-Ann Wade.This podcast is all about developing communications leaders of the future and supporting you to grow and thrive in your comms career. You’ll hear from Carrie-Ann about her own personal experiences and insights and there might even be a special guest or two popping up.The first series focused on diversity in the communications profession and how to create more opportunities for people to see communications as a profession they would li...2024-06-2603 minBehind the BobBehind the Bob Series 2 TrailerBehind the Bob, Diary of a Comms DirectorWelcome to Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms Director with Carrie-Ann Wade.This podcast is all about developing communications leaders of the future and supporting you to grow and thrive in your comms career. You’ll hear from Carrie-Ann about her own personal experiences and insights and there might even be a special guest or two popping up.The first series focused on diversity in the communications profession and how to create more opportunities for people to see communications as a profession they would li...2024-06-1900 minBehind the BobBehind the Bob - series 2 trailerSeries two of Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms Director is on the way.In this series Carrie-Ann Wade talks with some brilliant communications directors, past and present, about the highs and lows of their careers and the advice they want to share with aspiring communications leaders. Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms DirectorWelcome to Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms Director with Carrie-Ann Wade.This podcast is all about developing communications leaders of the future and supporting you to grow and thrive in...2024-06-1200 min
How to Take the LeadWhat do we need to unlearn to lead well?Have you heard about unlearning? It sounds like the opposite of what we are all about here at How To Take The Lead - learning, growth and development. But understanding what we need to unlearn as leaders is key to that growth and development. In this episode we cover:what we mean by the concept of unlearningwhy unlearning a crucial part of our leadership journeyshow you know what you need to unlearn in order to improveSeeking feedback and engaging others in your unlearningAs it's the last episode of this series you can also...2024-02-0841 minHow to Take the LeadTaking risksWhat is your risk appetite as a leader?It's well evidenced that high-performing teams are those who are willing to take collective risk. But it's not easy to get to that place, especially if it's outside of your comfort zone.In this episode, we chat all things risk and why your approach to it matters. We discuss:how we define risks and how our approaches varyrisk awareness versus risk-takinghow your DISC profile - or preferences - can affect how you view and take risks the requirement of psychological safety in building risk appetitewhat good...2024-02-0144 minHow to Take the LeadDisruptive leadershipIs being a disruptor about making trouble? We don't think so and it's one of the things we explore in this conversation about disruptive leadership. In this episode of How To Take The Lead we consider how disruptive leadership can support your teams/ organisations.We discuss:what being a disruptive leader really means?the challenges disruption can causehow to take other people on a journey of change as part of disruptiontesting out disruption in small, more manageable ways changing or shifting your mindset in relation to dispruptionbeing comfortable with your role or the role of others...2024-01-2535 minHow to Take the LeadAre you a thought leader?Should you be a thought leader? WHAT exactly does it mean to be a thought leader? In this week's How to Take the Lead, we discuss our thoughts on this topic, arguing the case for more leaders to talk out about things they're expert in.We explore:whether anyone can become a thought leader or if it's hierarchical what you need to bring to be a thought leader - and our equation that makes a thought leaderhow thought leadership can help you as a leaderorganisational benefits of thought leadership and how to work with your organisationwhat...2024-01-1843 minHow to Take the LeadSelf-leadershipWhat is self-leadership?Why is it important?How do you practice it?These are all questions we discuss in this episode of How To Take The Lead.Self-leadership is about how you show up as a leader and this can mean many things. It might be the boundaries you set and communicate. Perhaps it is how you are using your time and what this demonstrates to those around you. And it could be you need to prioritise your wellbeing.Creating the conditions for your success - whatever you have...2024-01-1139 minHow to Take the LeadTackling toxicityWe've talked a lot about culture and how it impacts performance, morale and organisational reputational. If you've been a long-term listener you will have heard our own experiences of working in organisations with poor culture and toxic behaviours. But in this episode we want to tackle it head on and explore what can be done about overcoming toxicity in organisations.We discuss:how we define toxic leadershipwhat tips the balance between an organisation being dysfunctional versus toxicwhat organisational indicators might be telling you about the state of toxicitysigns that toxic behaviours are at play in your...2024-01-0456 minHow to Take the LeadIdentifying future leadersAre you spotting future leadership talent?And if so, are you clear what to do next?In this episode we discuss how you can identify future leaders in your organisation and what you can do to support them.We cover:how you can identify future leaderswhat happens when you spot leadership potentialhow to ensure your leadership aspirations for someone are aligned with their ownrecruitment processes and how they can help or hinder your leadership recruitmentensuring you are looking for leadership potential that brings diversity.Resources and helpful...2023-12-2138 min
The Feminist Wedding PodcastA Compilation of My Best Wedding Planning AdviceThis episode is about my experience as a real-life Sam-I-Am… someone who knows just how good green eggs and ham tastes, but has to jump through hoops to convince people to try them. And in the end? Oh, I do like it after all, Carrie-Ann! Listen in for the biggest game changers my clients have committed to that made them so happy they had me whispering in their ear (or going off on long tangents over Voxer and IG voicenotes) throughout the wedding planning process. Want to get my eyes on your personal we...2023-12-1743 minHow to Take the LeadLeadership strategyDo you have a personal leadership strategy? Often we can focus on organisational strategies and lose our own purpose and intent along the way.In this episode Carrie-Ann and Lee explore what it means to have a personal leadership strategy, why you need one and how you go about getting one. We discuss how:your personal strategy differs from an organisational onewe've approached and developed our own strategies during our careersyour strategy can help you in your career development and job searchit can help you to build diverse teamsto align your strategy with the...2023-12-1435 minHow to Take the LeadIs leadership for you?In this episode of How To Take The Lead, we ask the question 'is leadership for you?'. We are into our fourth series of the podcast now and we realised we hadn't ever really addressed this question. We share our own experiences and the reasons why we have chosen to step into leadership positions.Our conversation is broad and wide ranging covering the following:the difference between leadership and managementwhat defines you as a leader - is it about positional power and hierarchy or something else?clarity on your purpose and the impact...2023-12-0737 minHow to Take the LeadThe state of leadership - 2023 editionWe are back with series 4. And as we're getting to the end of the year we thought it would be the perfect time to check-in on the state of leadership.We last did this in 2022, so we wanted to see what had changed, what stayed the same and what we think it all means for next year.In this episode we discuss:what we both got up to over the summer, including some side-hustle / sister / cousin podcasts that may have been launched!how to show up in your organisation when things are troubled globally...2023-11-3049 min
Taking Back The Reins with Dina Shale030 Empowering Women in STEAM Education | Carrie AnnIn this inspiring episode of "Taking Back the Reins," your host Dina Shale sits down with the dynamic and passionate Carrie Ann, the founder of "The Science Booth," a captivating science edutainment company. Together, they delve deep into the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education and the incredible journey that has led Carrie Ann to win the prestigious "Rising Star".Discover how Carrie Ann's own experiences growing up in challenging circumstances ignited her determination to use education as a tool to break the cycle of generational poverty. Her story serves as a powerful...2023-09-2622 minBehind the BobBehind the Bob - the one with Shak RafiqIn this episode of Behind the Bob, Carrie-Ann Wade talks with Shak Rafiq about his communications career to date, diversity in the profession and how we can attract new talent into public sector communications. Shak is an Associate Director of Communications and Engagement in the NHS and shares his insights and advice about being a communicator. 03:31 - values and community led 06:01 - imposter syndrome, are we holding ourselves back?11:44 - role modelling and representation - the challenges19:14 - diversity of our profession and seeing someone like me24:24...2023-09-1336 minBehind the BobBehind the Bob - through times of changeIn this episode of Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms Director, Carrie-Ann Wade shares her thoughts and reflections on what you might want to consider during times of change and uncertainty.01:31 - your role as a leader in your organisation05:00 - intuition and empathy05:33 - your role with your communications team08:55 - impacts on you as an individual10:11 - your support networkIn challenging times, comms directors take on numerous roles, often providing support, advice and counsel to other leaders. In this episode, Carrie-Ann encourages you to e...2023-09-0612 minBehind the BobBehind the Bob - the one with Kirk Millis-WardThis is another guest episode of Behind the Bob and Carrie-Ann is talking with Kirk Millis-Ward, Director of Communications and Engagement at the Isle of Wight NHS Trust. Kirk is also the Executive sponsor for the Disability and Long-Term Conditions Network and Neurodiversity Network.In this episode Kirk talks about his own personal journey and experience as a neurodiverse communications director as well as sharing his thoughts on how we can better support colleagues in and into the profession.06:00 - finding the connections12:12 - understanding the impact of a diagnosis of ADHD...2023-08-3046 minBehind the BobBehind the Bob - when comms pros rule the worldIn this episode of Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms Director, Carrie-Ann Wade shares her thoughts and reflections on why communications professionals make good leaders. 03:26 - it's all about communication04:04 - decision making05:35 - taking action06:57 - caring about the consequences09:38 - creativity and curiosity10:58 - "being strategic"There are so many reasons why good communications professionals make good leaders, not that Carrie-Ann needs to tell you that.If you are looking to step into a leadership position, or you are a...2023-08-2314 minBehind the BobBehind the Bob - the one with Shameema AliIt's another episode with a special guest and this time Carrie-Ann is talking with Shameema Ali, Senior Communications and Engagement Manager at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.Shameema shares her thoughts and advice on diversity in the profession and why communications professionals should consider a career in public sector communications. 02:07 - being thrown in at the deep end06:37 - dealing with imposter syndrome08:29 - the role of leaders in our profession13:07 - opportunities to develop in public sector comms15:20 - using our diversity to our...2023-08-1620 minBehind the BobBehind the Bob - demonstrating valueIn the latest episode Carrie-Ann talks all things demonstrating value as a communications professional - a topic listeners have been keen to hear more about.The key elements are relationship building, evaluation and performance reporting and impact.02:45 - relationships and the nuances04:55 - key questions to ask yourself08:33 - impact over outputs13:39 - what's your performance report telling you?15:46 - influence and opportunityUse this episode to reflect on the value you are adding as a communications professional and how you are evidencing this in...2023-08-0917 min
The Feminist Wedding PodcastThe Perfect (Classic) Wedding Day TimelineAs I’m devoted to wedding season right now, I’ve decided to end the first season of TFWP with something top of mind: The Perfect (Classic) Wedding Day Timeline. This episode is basically a wedding day timeline template… with just a few sidebars ;) You know me - there are no holds barred as I tell you what I love and hate to see on a timeline, what I’ve learned from my past experiences, and where I see lots of room to fuck with tradition. I talk about: The four pages of...2023-08-071h 03Behind the BobBehind the Bob - the one with Lewis WilliamsIn this episode of Behind the Bob, Carrie-Ann talks with Lewis Williams, Senior Communications Officer at NHS Blood and Transplant, about his career to date and his advice for improving the diversity of the communications profession.04:06 - routes into public sector comms11:01 - the Socially Mobile programme 16:47 - the value of work experience (and the hidden cost)20:44 - diversifying the industry28:10 - the benefits of networking36:50 - commitment to learning and developmentIn this episode Lewis gives shout outs to Stephen and Sarah Waddington for...2023-08-0248 minBehind the BobBehind the Bob - boundaries, what boundaries?In this episode, Carrie-Ann Wade talks about the importance of boundary setting as a communicator and as a leader.Sharing her own experiences of boundary setting, and recognising when boundaries are slipping, Carrie-Ann invites you to reflect on your boundaries and how you are communicating them.00:54 - recognising when your boundaries are slipping02:38 - protecting your time and energy03:26 - protecting your team05:19 - delivering strategic objectives06:27 - boundaries and decision making07:59 - taking on the mental loadAs well as being clear...2023-07-2611 min
The Feminist Wedding PodcastLesbian Weddings: From the Proposal to the Honeymoon, with Bride Navy Founder Ty Sintrellbian Weddings: From the Proposal to the Honeymoon, with Bride Navy Founder Ty SintrellTy Sintrell (she/her), founder of Bride Navy, joins me to talk about how lesbian weddings are different and special, but also kind of the same as straight weddings. This is something the wedding industry has to learn to hold in balance, both that queer weddings are special and unique, and, also, that queer weddings are, first and foremost, weddings! And they can and often will have all of the trappings of hetero weddings. Here’s what we chatted about: We talked briefly about Ty’s own wedding that she’s planning with her fi...2023-07-241h 07Behind the BobBehind the Bob - the one with Lisa WardThis is the first of Carrie-Ann's conversations with public sector comms pros focused on how to encourage diversity within the profession and make a career in public sector communications attractive to new talent.In this episode Carrie-Ann talks with Lisa Ward, a former NHS communications director, about her career so far, challenges she has faced and her thoughts on diversity in communications. 10:46 - storytelling and communications15:58 - returning to communications from maternity leave20:29 - menopause in the workplace30:06 - apprenticeships as a route into communications46:57 - reaching...2023-07-1950 minBehind the BobBehind the Bob - what's helped my comms career?In the first episode of Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms Director, Carrie-Ann Wade shares a few of the things that have helped her communications career to date.Sharing some insights into what has supported her, as not only a communications professional but as a leader, Carrie-Ann hopes to encourage you to think about your career to date, as well as your aspirations for the future.02:30 - saying yes to opportunities and pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone05:46 - building and nurturing your support network08:15 - investing in your...2023-07-1219 minBehind the BobBehind the Bob Series 1 TrailerWelcome to Behind the Bob, Diary of a Comms Director, with me, Carrie-Ann Wade.Behind the Bob is my new podcast that provides an insight into life as a communications director to support aspiring communications leaders as part of your development.As well as a behind the scenes peek into my working life, I will be shining a light n the issue of diversity in public sector communications, and how we can make the profession more attractive to encourage new and diverse talent. This means I'll be having conversations with communicators who are passionate about...2023-07-0402 min
The Feminist Wedding PodcastCarrie-Ann Loves BoundariesSomething I help my clients with over and over is boundary-setting (and boundary-maintaining, arguably more challenging). Boundaries are going to come up when you're wedding planning, in part because the simple act requires a renegotation of entrenched family dynamics. Dealing with toxic family or family drama while planning happens to nearly every couple. In the episode, I address the ones I see most commonly, and respond to a listener question about managing divorced parents who can’t stand each other. It’s a huge topic to cover, but boundaries are a very important part of my l...2023-06-2546 min
The Feminist Wedding PodcastCarrie-Ann Gets Free Therapy from Money Expert Alyssa DaviesI interview money expert (and co-host of the Money Feels Podcast) Alyssa Davies about: The complex question of buying a home vs. or while planning a wedding, whether it’s better to rent or buy a home, and starter homes vs. forever homes; Getting on the same page as your partner, what to talk about before anything else, and how to have a wedding that’s genuinely reflective you; How the guest list impacts the overall wedding budget - Alyssa shares her own wedding budget (for 35 people!), and talks about where she spent and w...2023-03-1248 minThe Feminist Wedding PodcastRealistic Wedding BudgetsIn this episode I share: Realistic wedding budgets in three price ranges What type of wedding venue you should seek out in each price range What you can expect for your money and average costs of a wedding photographer, DJ, and other wedding vendors Some wild stories from past events, of course ;) Find me on Instagram and check out my website. Music is Blackout Romeo by The Spin Wires. Check out all the the resources and awesome humans I mention in the episode: ...2023-02-2646 min
The Feminist Wedding Podcast"You Can Say It On My Podcast" with Ashleigh Coffie, co-host of Hue I DoAshleigh Coffie, co-host of Hue I Do, a wedding podcast in its fourth year of production, joins me to talk about some of the things she can’t stand about the wedding industry, and what we want you to know before you start planning your wedding. We talk about how what you typically see about weddings in major publications is misleading, what causes couples to get overwhelmed before they even really get started planning, and why big wedding parties are a nuisance. Don't be shy to DM me on Instagram and be sure to share the episode and...2023-02-051h 04How to Take the LeadThe reunionIn this bonus episode of How To Take The Lead it’s our end of series after party ... or reunion show, if you watch too much Below Deck like Lee! In this episode we reflect on and discuss the things we wished we'd covered in the first series, bits we missed, what we've learnt and everything in between, including:· 10:22 – that Jack Duckworth moment· 11:29 – how The Wellcome Trust handled racism· 14:27 – Virgin Atlantic ditch the power suit· 16:32 – everyday sexism· 20:08 – when can we stop asking if a woman can lead the country?· 24:40 – storytelling when you...2022-09-0133 minHow to Take the LeadWhat should you be making time for?In the series one finale of How To Take The Lead we consider what you should be making time for as a leader. It’s a question we both get asked a lot so we share our views on what to prioritise and how to protect your time. We share our thoughts, experiences and learning, including:· 03:03 – expectation versus reality· 09:46 – the value of protected time· 17:30 – what should you be doing with your protected time· 22:33 – the importance of boundary setting· 34:30 – do you have to be the doer?· 41:15 – how to make the most of your timeOur top takeaways in th...2022-08-2544 minHow to Take the LeadTrust mattersIn this episode of How To Take The Lead we talk about trust and what this means as a leader. Trust is something we discuss a lot in the leadership space and we explore what we really mean by trust. In this episode we share our thoughts, experiences and learning, including:· 03:50 – the neuroscience of trust and how this translates to the workplace· 08:12 – how do you build trust as a leader· 13:30 – trust and performance · 18:45 – how to measure high trust· 21:15 – can you rebuild trust as a leader?· 29:55 – how to build trustAs always we share our top takeaways...2022-08-1831 minHow to Take the LeadHow to be a better allyIn this episode of How To Take The Lead we focus on allyship as a leader. Neither of us profess to be experts in this area, in fact we are on our own learning journeys, but we feel this is an important aspect of being a leader.In this episode we share our thoughts, experiences and learning, including:· 07:52 – why does allyship matter?· 11:53 – what can leaders do?· 18:01 – making change happen· 21:53 – challenging your own biases· 29:00 – data warning· 38:00 – fear factor· 43:50 – institutional racism, Cricket Scotland and are we really learning?· 53:46 – how to... be a better...2022-08-1155 minHow to Take the LeadStorytellingIn this episode of How To Take The Lead we explore the power of storytelling in the context of leadership. Whether you are a natural born storyteller or you are a leader who deals in facts and figures, we discuss the importance of storytelling to build connections.In this episode we share our thoughts, experiences and learning, including:· 03:38 – creating sticky content · 10:51 – listening to all the stories· 14:53 – stop shoehorning in irrelevant stories· 25:59 – stories and data working together· 32:25 – How to ... use storytelling as a leader As always we share our top takeaways and in this episode we h...2022-08-0434 minHow to Take the LeadWhat's still in store this seriesWe are just over halfway through our first series of the How To Take The Lead podcast so we wanted to share a short bonus episode to thank you for your support and let you know what we’ve got coming up for the rest of the series.Still to come this series... 01:30 – leadership storytelling01:46 - trust and leadership02:20 – allyship and your role as a leader03:31 – where should leaders focus their time?We are looking forward to sharing these episodes and would love to hear your views and thou...2022-08-0106 minHow to Take the LeadIntrovert vs Extrovert ... who leads best?In this episode of How To Take The Lead we talk about what it’s like to be an introvert or an extrovert as a leader. We talk about the positives, the challenges and your role as a leader in supporting others to thrive.In this episode we share our thoughts, experiences and learning, including:· 06:29 – challenges for extroverts · 10:43 – how you get your energy as an extrovert· 15:22 – confidence and introvertism· 22:30 – who makes a better leader· 39:56 – top takeaways for introverts and extrovertsAs always we share our top takeaways including ensuring you understand your...2022-07-2842 minHow to Take the LeadMotivating the motivatorThis episode of How To Take The Lead is focused on motivation. As leaders we often have the role of motivating others and we wanted to take the opportunity to explore how we ourselves stay motivated in our leadership roles. Did you know that 75% of people are motivated by knowing what they don’t want? So motivation is an important part of life as a leader.In this episode we share our thoughts, experiences and learning, including:4:05 – understanding your ‘love’ language 7:41 – motivation linked to your purpose and needs15:03 – staying motivated when you’ve been in post for some time24:1...2022-07-2130 minHow to Take the LeadDeveloping your leadership brandIn this episode of How to Take the Lead, we talk about how you can develop your leadership brand. Is your leadership brand something you are aware of? How do you feel about it? And why is it important?In this episode we share our thoughts, experiences and learning, including:2:50 – what is personal brand?8:40 – how seriously should leaders take personal brand?18:20 – being intentional when it comes to your leadership brand29:40 – developing your leadership brand – the How ToOur top tips in this episode include gaining clarity on your vision an...2022-07-1432 min