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Women AdvancingSustainable Growth Where Community Comes First: A Conversation With Crunchy Hydration Founder & CEO Megan RiggsUnlocking sustainable growth in your business is not a task for a single person. It can only be achieved with the help of other people, especially from your most trusted circles. Kate Byrne chats with Megan Riggs, who shares how she brought success to her company, Crunchy Hydration, by putting community at the top of her priorities. She explains why long-term growth is not just about creating enticing offers but building a way of life where your target audience can discover and understand their purpose. Megan also opens up about what it is like to deal with external pressures...2025-07-1526 min
Women AdvancingFounding qMe: Co-Founder Akshita Tiwari’s Mission To Democratize Quantum TechWith technology continuously evolving every single day, it offers an almost limitless potential to come up with something innovative to transform the broken education system. This has been Akshita Tiwari’s mission: to democratize quantum tech and make it easily accessible to the young generation. She joins Kate Byrne to talk about her work as co-founder of qMe, dedicated to reshaping education by simplifying quantum computing for teaching purposes. Akshita explains how shaping quantum tech around the passions and interests of children can vastly redesign the future of learning, making classroom dynamics highly interesting and impactful.2025-07-0839 min
Women AdvancingEmbracing The Digital Shift In The Future Of Education With Dr. Dawn Sizemore, CEO And Founder Of iCurricThe future of education is a topic of crucial importance in today's rapidly evolving world. In this episode, Kate Byrne chats with Dr. Dawn Sizemore, CEO and Founder of iCurric, to explore this very topic. Dr. Dawn envisions the future of education, where digital learning and human-centered design converge to create impactful and accessible experiences. She dives into the critical roles of digital literacy, AI, and diverse perspectives in shaping how we learn, emphasizing the urgent need for equitable access and human-centered instructional design. Tune in to discover how we can all play a part in building a more...2025-06-1733 min
Women AdvancingInside The System, Outside The Box And Beyond The Buzzwords: Leading Real Change With Microsoft Sr. Program Manager, Bourgogne KinlawThe intersection of technology and social impact is ripe with possibilities, but many non-profits struggle to keep pace with the rapidly evolving digital landscape. In this insightful episode, Kate Byrne welcomes Bourgogne Kinlaw, Senior Business Program Manager at Microsoft, to shed light on navigating this complexity. From corporate to non-profit to entrepreneur, Bourgogne shares how to get it done on her own terms. She unveils her extensive experience in connecting tech companies with the social sector, offering practical strategies for non-profits to leverage technology effectively and bridge the digital divide. We delve into the power of genuine connection, the...2025-06-1032 min
Women AdvancingRewriting The Script: News, Community, Leadership, And The Long Game; Reimagining Public Media With Jayme Swain, CEO And President Of Virginia Public MediaPublic media isn't stuck in the past; it's a dynamic force shaping our present and future, especially in building community trust and critical thinking. In this episode, join Kate Byrne in conversation with Jayme Swain, CEO of Virginia Public Media (VPM), as they dive deep into the evolving world of public broadcasting. This is not your grandparents' public media! Jayme shares how VPM is driving innovation and creative execution, playing a huge role in community and civic engagement. Discover why public media remains vital in fostering trust, critical thought, and meaningful connections in our society. Prepare to have your...2025-06-0338 min
Women AdvancingRewriting The Code: Female-Forward Innovation With Shubhi Rao, CEO And Founder Of UplevylThe convergence of women and Artificial Intelligence is not just a trend, it’s a revolution, and Shubhi Rao, Founder and CEO of Uplevyl, is leading the charge to close the AI gap with a platform built for women, by women. In this episode, host Kate Byrne sits down with Shubhi to unpack the game-changing work of Uplevyl, diving deep into how a “female forward lens” can transform the tech landscape and empower women across industries. Discover the realities of building with limited resources and high stakes, the nuances of leading in the AI age with both bots and humans i...2025-05-2744 min
Women AdvancingThe Return On AI - It's Not What You Think With Vivekam Founder, Divya AgarwalThe return on AI is not what you might think. It is more than just traditional metrics. Kate Byrne talks all about it with Vivekam founder Divya Agarwal. Divya reframes the return on AI by focusing on advanced introspection and human potential. They delve into crucial concepts like discernment, naming discomfort, and self-management, especially during high-stakes moments. Divya also presents her vision of a future where her ROI framework becomes a cornerstone of leadership development with a measurable impact on individuals and organizations. Tune in to discover how advanced introspection can unleash your true power.2025-05-1341 min
Women AdvancingFrom Campus To Catalyst: How College Contact Co-Founders Sophie English Smith And Leah Guesman Are Rewriting The Playbook For College AccessCollege admissions are often mired with controversy and difficulties, making the process extremely complicated and unfair. In this age where college access is becoming more stressful than ever before, two amazing women are leading the charge to make this process more humane and even data-smart. In another episode of the Founder Series, Kaye Byrne sits down with Sophie English Smith and Leah Guesman of College Contact, a nationally recognized EdTech platform transforming college and career advising. Together, they share their experiences in running a business, emphasizing the importance of embracing humility, being comfortable with discomfort, and planning months ahead...2025-04-2239 min
Women AdvancingLeading The Future: Bridging Media And Next-Generation Leaders With Presidential Precinct CEO And Former BBC Executive, Toyosi OgunseyeFrom newsrooms to global leadership, Toyosi Ogunseye is dedicated to empowering next-generation leaders. Join Kate Byrne as she speaks with Toyosi, President & CEO of the Presidential Precinct, about her remarkable path from biochemistry to award-winning journalism and global leadership. Toyosi shares powerful insights on building next-generation leaders through media, mentorship, and self-belief, drawing from her experiences leading newsrooms, navigating complex global markets, and empowering future leaders at the Presidential Precinct. Discover how she's using her platform to inspire and equip the next generation to create positive change in the world.Love the show? Subscribe...2025-04-1546 min
Women AdvancingBeyond The Grind: Author, Brigid Schulte On The Workplace Of The Future Breaking Free From Overwork And OverwhelmAmerican culture tends to glorify busyness and overwork, focusing more on the amount of work than the actual value. Since most women are stuck in traditional gender roles and unfair cultural expectations, this workplace norm puts them in a pretty hard spot to grow and thrive. Kate Byrne discusses how to go beyond this status quo with New York Times bestselling author and journalist Brigid Schulte. Together, they discuss what it takes for women to combat overwork, reclaim their precious time, and push leaders away from the Ideal Worker myth. Brigid also explores the importance of treating your calendar...2025-03-2542 min
Women AdvancingLeveling Up A Woman’s Leadership Journey With Jacquelyn LaneCorporate America makes the leadership journey of every woman quite challenging and frustrating. Their opinions are often disregarded, their talents belittled, and their expertise considered only secondary to men. Jacquelyn Lane, president & co-founder of 100 Coaches Agency, is leading the charge in transforming how women leaders are shaped and trained through executive coaching. Joining Kate Byrne, she explains how they should advocate for themselves and lean on their natural ability to care for people. Jacquelyn also discusses the right way to accept feedback, her process for writing a book, and how to disagree with your leaders respectfully.2025-02-2537 min
Women AdvancingWhat Happened To Critical Thinking Today With Amy BernsteinThe current digital era has made the dissemination of news faster and provided the media industry with the powerful boost it needs. But this fast-paced age of information also led to the diminution of critical thinking, hindering society from unlocking true progress. Kate Byrne discusses how to address this alarming status quo with Amy Bernstein, Editor in Chief of the Harvard Business Review. Together, they talk about the importance of authentic storytelling and the role of media in guiding people on the right way to gather and analyze today’s plethora of information. Amy also shares her strategies for ma...2025-02-0537 min
Author's Corner with Kate DelaneyByrne Corbin Talks with Kate Delaney
This book is a tribute to Elizabeth “Bibs” Metayer, commemorating her groundbreaking role as Braintree’s inaugural female State Representative. It honors her extensive and dedicated public service, spanning more than 30 years. The narrative shines a light on her magnetic personality, unwavering commitment to her community, and triumphant election to the Massachusetts House of Representatives at 62. Throughout her career, she dedicated her efforts to pivotal issues such as fiscal reform, tax relief, consumer protection, and environmental conservation. The book emphasizes her pivotal role in shattering gender barriers in the political sphere and presents a distinctive perspective on her remark...2024-12-2322 min
Life UncutThe Truth About Addiction. Uncut with Kate DeAraugoWe initially got to know Kate DeAraugo in 2005 when she won the crown of Australian Idol! She was just 18 years old. But her post Idol journey was anything but a fairytale; it spiralled into addiction and legal troubles. In 2017, Kate was convicted of drug possession, drug driving and weapons possession. This conversation with Kate is a deeply honest recount of what it can be like when you live with addiction. Kate has what a lot of us would describe as an addictive personality, someone who took everything to the extreme. She says that when she drank, she d...2024-11-2643 min
The Stakeholder PodcastKate Byrne Featuring Kate Byrne, Co Founder of Kate Byrne.co and is a thought leader in digital media and social impact. (Recorded 11/01/24) 2024-11-251h 06
EVERYTHING EFLEpisode 123: How to Overcome the Pressure of Exam Season with Kate CliftonWell, that's where this episode starts off, anyway. This week my guest is the wonderful Kate Clifton, from the Kate Languages podcast.We talk about how to manage expectations from upcoming exam pressures, digress into what to teach that isn't necessarily on the syllabus.We also take a dive into switching it up in class to keep your learners on their toes and we ping pong a few practical activities and tasks for you to try out in class.Connect with Kate: https://katelanguages.co.uk/Kate Clifton, also...2024-05-1338 min
Knowledge Distillation with Helen ByrneStable Diffusion 3 with Stability AI's Kate HodesdonStability AI’s Stable Diffusion model is one of the best known and most widely used text-to-image systems.The decision to open-source both the model weights and code has ensured its mass adoption, with the company claiming more than 330 million downloads.Details of the latest version - Stable Diffusion 3 - were revealed in a paper, published by the company in March 2024.In this episode, Stability AI’s Kate Hodesdon joins Helen to discuss some of SD3’s new features, including improved capabilities for generating text within images and overall image quality.Kate also talks about develo...2024-04-0732 min
Production Value Matters: The Business Event PodcastThe “So What?” Factor of the Attendee Experience in Events: Insights from Kate Swick, Director of Corporate Events at Vena SolutionsIn this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Kate Swick, Director of Corporate Events at Vena Solutions. Join them as they: Discuss the importance of the attendee experience in post-COVID eventsHighlight strategies to provide value to attendeesExplain why staying updated with evolving technologies is so important Weigh up the value of virtual events Explore practical steps for event professionals to enhance their events And much more!Kate Swick has spent the past twenty-four years working in events. After working as a Production Coordinator for the Niagara Seafood Gala and Managing National Events at Su...2024-03-1238 minProduction Value Matters: The Business Event PodcastThe “So What?” Factor of the Attendee Experience in Events: Insights from Kate Swick, Director of Corporate Events at Vena SolutionsIn this episode of Production Value Matters, host Matthew Byrne is joined by Kate Swick, Director of Corporate Events at Vena Solutions. Join them as they: Discuss the importance of the attendee experience in post-COVID eventsHighlight strategies to provide value to attendeesExplain why staying updated with evolving technologies is so important Weigh up the value of virtual events Explore practical steps for event professionals to enhance their events And much more!Kate Swick has spent the past twenty-four years working in events. After working as a Production Coordinator for the Niagara Seafood Gala and Managing National Events at Su...2024-03-1238 min
Sell Without Selling277: Navigating Success While Finding Your Passion with Kate WileyOn this episode:Stacey is joined by founder of Free My Time, LLC Kate Wiley, for a discussion on finding your path in entrepreneurship, pivoting, and taking control of your time.Key Takeaways-You find your path when you don't quit. -Only you can decide what your time is worth. -Always have a backup. Tweetable Quotes:"Entrepreneurs don't give up. We keep looking for our path." -Stacey O'Byrne"There were things I didn't know. I had to find experts who could help me...2024-01-0125 min
this is workhow to adapt to big & small changes throughout your career with Dr Kate ByrneChange can feel exhausting! Whether it's getting a new manager or system, taking on a new project or changing jobs, today's guest Dr Kate Byrne the Founder of change communications agency EVER Change shares some really practical strategies to help us adapt and respond well to changes at work, big or small. Shell and Kate touch on:👉 how the rate of change is speeding up, ahh!👉🏻 feeling more resistant to it as we get older👉🏽 the core skill that helps us respond positively to change👉🏾 the 3 P's framework👉🏿 the value in having a 'pers...2023-11-1233 min
There's Just Something About Kansas CityIan Byrne & Kathy Quinn: Preserving Kansas City's StoriesIn Episode 4, host Frank Boal is joined by Ian Byrne, the lead singer of The Elders Irish band and master woodworker, who captured the heart of a feisty Mexican-American beauty, WDAF-TV’s Kathy Quinn. From throwing pinecones in Ireland’s County Wicklow to Kansas City. From Ian’s incredible craftsmanship to Kathy’s Emmy Award winning journalism career. What a story! Join Frank Boal, Ian Byrne, and Kathy Quinn for an engaging and enlightening conversation about the value of preserving Kansas City's stories and the role these narratives play in shaping the city's future. Frank even gets Ian to si...2023-08-2944 min
eCommerce Marketing Society with Lisa ByrneMum guilt, marketing and money with Kate ToonJoin Kate Toon and I as we chat about growing a business whilst being a parent and all the highs and lows that come with it! Kate Toon recently published a brand-new book "Six Figures in School Hours". It's an honest and practical handbook covering mindset, productivity, money, family and self-care - a must read for anyone in the messy middle of building your business. This episode is brought to you by high-touch, highly personalised coaching container eComm Scale Strong. The high-touch, personalised coaching program for ambitious female eCommerce founders who are at $15k+...2023-08-1130 min
Ed Byrne Needs A HobbyEd Byrne Needs A Hobby - Cold Water Swimming with Rev. Kate BottleyEd Byrne Needs A Hobby - so in this episode he's going cold water swimming with the Reverend Kate Bottley to see if it's for him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-1045 min
Ed Byrne Needs A HobbyEd Byrne Needs A Hobby - Series 1 TrailerEd Byrne Needs A HobbyAs Ed's kids get older and the march of time pushes him ever closer to the inevitability of retirement, he's decided he's in the market for a new hobby. But he needs guidance. So in each episode, Ed meets up with one of his celebrity chums to try out their favourite past time, and then interrogate them about it, to see if it's for him. And just to make sure he's fully divorced himself from the decision-making process, he'll start and end each episode by chatting to his wife, Claire, to...2023-08-0801 min
You Define BeautyEpisode 2: Realizing your body is beautiful just the way it is with Kate ByrneThis episode touches on a lot of different things, but it all comes down to trying not to compare yourself to others. I know it's hard everybody does it but my friend Kate Byrne and I talk about ways to realize that you're body is beautiful just the way it is, and you don't need to be perfect nobody's perfect, but nobody is you either. Everybody is different in their own unique ways, and this episode really touches on all those different unique ways, and things that we have about ourselves. I'm so thankful to have one of my...2023-06-0536 min
Wellness and WealthKate Byrne - Nourishing Your SoulAre you a female entrepreneur that gives to everyone else and then wonders why our business doesn’t flourish? Or are you a female entrepreneur who wonders if their outside world reflects your inside world? On this episode of the Wellness and Wealth podcast, Katherine “Kate” Byrne of PopVenture shares about practices that can help you nourish your soul. She’ll also share why it’s saying no, it doesn't mean you can’t do something but that it doesn’t align with your current highest self. In this epi...2023-01-2538 min
Work Life by DesignHow to Lead Change Successfully with Dr Kate ByrneGuiding your people through change successfully can be one of the most difficult things an organisation can do. I’ve seen how change can be done poorly, and often because of simply not knowing that engaging people through the process and onboarding them into a new space or to a new system, was needed to ensure its success. People are creatures of habit and what we see happen is that old habits, routines, and rituals get transferred to the new state, where they no longer work or go against the new way of working or ope...2022-11-2144 min
The New WayHow Research Can Make Your Change Communication Strategy Better with Sarah IllyHow much research do you do when you’re putting together the communication strategy for your change program? If you’re like most change managers I know, the answer is probably - not all that much.Even if you have a communication strategy, how do you know if it’s effective or impactful? Knowing how your key messages land, your events are received or if your support materials are hitting the mark is essential.Ensuring an effective communication strategy all comes down to whether smart research and analysis underpin our efforts. That’s what I’m talking...2022-09-2124 minThe New WayExpert BTS Tips To Help You Better Communicate Organisational Change with Mel LoyWe can’t deliver successful change or embed new ways of working without compelling, smart communication. But so many change managers and change leaders aren’t professional communications experts.That’s why I’m excited to welcome Mel Loy onto the podcast today. Mel is a communication professional, who heads up a whole team of communication professionals at Hey Mel! Comms and Training, with a wealth of experience across technology, people, and organisational change projects. Mel’s passion is building communication capability in others, through training and coaching and developing plans and tools fit for purpose. M...2022-09-1423 min
African Tech RoundupUNAJUA S13 EP3: Is the "play-to-earn" trend over-hyped? feat. Kate ByrneIn this UNAJUA episode, Kate Byrne parses through majorly-hyped trends like "play-to-earn" to pinpoint the true potential of the extraordinary new level of connectivity and engagement enabled by applied Web3 technologies.
This podcast is the third and final instalment of the three-part UNAJUA Series focused on distilling a handful of global Web3 buzz trends like crypto, NFTs, the metaverse and even AI— reflecting how they are unfolding within an African context.
Kate has served as a C-Suite executive leader at blue chip brands such as Katapult X, SOCAP Global, Inc, Fast Company and the George Lucas Education Foundation. She is cu...2022-09-1210 minThe New Way5 Big Lessons For Change Leaders From 50 Podcast EpisodesAmazingly, last week’s episode was the 50th episode of The New Way podcast. This podcast gives me the opportunity to connect with thought leaders and to create space to think about new ideas, what’s working now and the biggest opportunities in change management.This is the perfect time to reflect on the biggest lessons I have learnt from the past 50 episodes. I share the five biggest lessons for change leaders.Change is such a rich and exciting world at the moment - there is so much innovation and creativity. These lessons showcase the smar...2022-09-0719 minThe New WayHow Business Intelligence Can Help Change Managers Deliver Organisational Transformation with Krishan JogiaWhat data do you use when shaping a change management strategy? Are your recommendations and decisions grounded in evidence?Today’s episode is all about ways to think about and get your hands on the insights you need to develop tailored, robust change management strategies.We explore these ideas with Krishan Jogia, founder and Managing Director at Evolve and Amplify - a strategic business design consultancy. This isn’t Krishan’s first time on the podcast and I really hope it won’t be the last. In this episode we discuss:How plugging into business...2022-08-3133 min
African Tech RoundupUNAJUA S13 EP2: How is the world taking to the crypto meltdown? feat. Kate ByrneIn this UNAJUA episode, Kate Byrne gauges the ongoing fallout of the current global meltdown in crypto markets and speaks on the current international tenor in crypto adoption.
This is the second instalment of a three-part UNAJUA Series focused on distilling a handful of global Web3 buzz trends like crypto, NFTs, the metaverse and even AI— reflecting how they are unfolding within an African context.
Kate has served as a C-Suite executive leader at blue chip brands such as Katapult X, SOCAP Global, Inc, Fast Company and the George Lucas Education Foundation. She is currently the Chief Impact Officer of Po...2022-08-2918 minThe New WayWhy You Need To Create Amazing Experiences For Your Change Program Stakeholders with Leanne HughesDoes your change program include running workshops, webinars, listening tours, panel discussions, steering committees, training sessions or meetings?If it does, you’ve got to make sure you’re thinking about how to make these experiences as engaging as possible for your stakeholders. Taking your experiences to the next level is exactly what I’m diving into with my guest today.Leanne Hughes is an entrepreneur and high performance business consultant. She combines her experience in marketing and her education with group dynamics and psychology to help leaders create engaging everyday experi...2022-08-2423 min
African Tech RoundupUNAJUA S13 EP1: Are NFTs over? feat. Kate ByrneThis is the first episode of a UNAJUA Series focused on distilling a handful of global Web3 buzz trends like crypto, NFTs, the metaverse and even AI— reflecting how they are unfolding within an African context. Offering minimum viable insight in this series is the inimitable Kate Byrne.
Kate has served as a C-Suite executive leader at blue chip brands such as Katapult X, SOCAP Global, Inc, Fast Company and the George Lucas Education Foundation. She is currently the Chief Impact Officer of PopVenture— a new financial system enabling everyone to invest in entrepreneurs and innovations that will impact all our...2022-08-1815 minThe New WayHow To Create A Smart Learning And Development Strategy For Your Change Program with Steph ClarkeHow much real thought did you put into the training plan for your last change initiative? So much has changed in this space over the last few years and traditional approaches to training and learning just aren’t that relevant anymore.So - when it comes to learning at work - what’s working now?Steph Clarke, a learning and development professional, designer, workshop facilitator - takes a deep dive into this topic with us. Through her consultancy YesAnd, Steph helps businesses reimagine their approach to learning and development; help...2022-08-1728 minThe New WayHow Being A Fully Connected Leader Can Help Deliver Your Transformation Program with Mel KettleHow connected do your team and stakeholders feel to you and your change initiative?As the change leader, do you focus on creating connection with your team and impacted stakeholders?Why is creating ‘connection’ even something we need to intentionally consider?Today on The New Way Podcast we’re talking about how being a fully connected leader can help deliver your transformation program.My guest is Mel Kettle. Mel is an expert on fully connected leadership and communication. She works with leaders, teams and organisations that want to achieve real connection and sust...2022-08-1025 minThe New WayHow Organisational Culture Can Make Or Break Your Change Program with Prof Karl TreacherWhat is the employee engagement level like in your organisation?Have you ever thought about the relationship between your organisational culture and employee engagement and how that impacts the success of your transformational programs or change initiatives?My guest today is Professor Karl Treacher, Group CEO of the Brand Institute and The Culture Institute of Australia. He has more than 20 years of experience delivering strategic advice to tier 1 brands, boards, and business leaders.The Culture Institute of Australia is an insights, education and consulting firm that helps organisations measure, understand, and shape culture...2022-08-0325 minThe New WayHow To Create A Powerful Communication Strategy For Your Change Program with Melanie GibbonsWhat do you think the most underrated skill set for change managers is? I say it’s professional communications skills.Most change managers are not communications professionals, but that doesn’t mean they can’t take advantage of the huge opportunities that smart, considered communications can make to the success of transformational change programs.My guest today is Melanie Gibbons - a passionate communications professional who believes quality comms can provide immeasurable value to any organisation.Melanie Gibbons is the founder of Elm Communications, a consultancy that focuses on strategic communication services across govern...2022-07-2725 minThe New WayHow To Support Your People Through Organisational Change With Coaching with Colin BeattieHow do you support your employees through the organisational change or transformation program? I’m not just talking about during the big events but in the quiet everyday moments when they’re trying to navigate new ways of working. To help us dive into this important change topic today, I have Colin Beattie joining me for a conversation about using coaching to support your people every day. Colin is an executive team and leadership coach who has worked with some of Australia’s highest profile organisations over the past 20 years. He is one of the founde...2022-07-2024 minThe New WayDigital Guardrails: Why The Success Of Your Change Program Could Depend On Them with Dr Kristy GoodwinAre you feeling burnt out from how often you’re online? So many change and transformation programs are digitally enabled causing our reliance on technology to be greater than ever before. My guest this week is Dr Kristy Goodwin. Kristy is a speaker, author and media commentator who is fascinated by how our digital culture is compromising our wellbeing and is detrimental to optimal and sustainable organisational performance and learning. In this episode, we’re exploring how your change program and team’s performance and success are reliant on clear and established digital guardr...2022-07-1327 minThe New WayUse This Proven Approach To Become A Great Public Speaker with Dr Kate CashmanDoes the idea of speaking in public make your heart start to race? You’re absolutely not alone. A fear of public speaking is one of the most common fears and comes from our concern over what people think of us and how we are seen. Visible executive sponsorship is integral to the success of any change program. You need to be visible, whether it’s through speaking at town halls, team meetings, on video, on stage, at conferences, briefing ministers and executive boards, or even the media - you have to step up there. ...2022-07-0629 minThe New WayWhy You Need To Take A More Agile Approach To Change Management with Justin BalaskiWhat actually makes a difference to the success of your change initiative? And what is just a big waste of time? My guest this week is Justin Balaski. Justin is the founder and principle consultant of IdeaLeap and is an award-winning change management professional who helps corporations and government agencies maximize benefits from change initiatives and develop organizational change agility. Justin takes a people-centric approach to lean change management that is focused on co-creation and experimentation. In this episode, we explore why you need to take a more agile approach to change management. An...2022-06-2927 min
The Scattered Seeds PodcastEpisode 83 - Byrne OffuttSend us a textThe path to Hollywood isn’t one we usually cover on our show. But rarely is the path to Hollywood so full of evidence of God’s hand on someone’s life as it is in the story of Byrne Offutt. Burn is a native Arkansan who’s journey took him to the stage and screen before recently bringing him here to Pittsburgh. His is a story of trusting in the Lord for the path, and recognizing the moments that God intervened along the way. So join Tom, Nate and Byrne as they tell you...2022-06-2858 minThe New WayHow To Use Boring Data To Tell Compelling Stories That Resonate with Kate NorrisDo you have a load of data you need to turn into a compelling story? But all the facts and figures just look very boring and unappealing. Your audience is already checking out and thinking of the weekend… Regardless of the type of change program you’re initiating, you will be handling tremendous amounts of data so you’ll have to learn how to share it in the most impactful and engaging way to deliver successful change. My guest this week is Kate Norris. Kate is a presentation coach, speaker, former data analyst, cofound...2022-06-2226 minThe New WayWhy Psychological Safety Matters For Change Success with Tanya Heaney-VoogtHow does the mental health of your organisation impact the success of your change initiative? The way we do change has a huge impact on the health of our organisation - for better or worse. My guest this week is Tanya Heaney-Voogt. Tanya is an author, executive coach, consultant and facilitator. Tanya specialises in helping organisations build mentally healthy workplaces through individual, team and organisational culture change. In this episode, Tanya discusses why psychological safety matters for change success and how it impacts workplace culture. We explore what a mentally health workplace looks...2022-06-1521 minThe New WayHow To Build Trust When Leading Change with Melanie Marshall People won’t follow you if they don’t trust you. Trust has an enormous impact on organisations and our effectiveness as change leaders. My guest this week is the spectacular Melanie Marshall. Melanie is an author, speaker and coach who specialises in helping organisations build high performing cultures and trust transformations. Melanie has extensive public sector experience in complex, large-scale organisations, and private industry experience. In this episode, Melanie is here to talk about how to build trust when leading change. She defines trust in organisations as a personal decision that you make...2022-06-0826 minThe New WayEngaging Your People with Connective Communication with Sharon PakirIs the way you’re communicating with your most important stakeholders actually working? The way you personally communicate can make or break the success of the whole change program. My guest today is the remarkable Sharon Pakir. Sharon is a leadership coach and mentor who helps leaders become more powerful through her online workshops and corporate leadership programs. Sharon recently came and hosted a masterclass on connective communication for my team at Ever and I wanted to have her on the show to share her expertise with you. In this episode, Sharon is here...2022-06-0127 minThe New WayMastering Calm Communication with Lucy BeytaghI’m excited to share my conversation today with Lucy Beytagh about mastering calm communication.Do you know how to communicate in a clear and compelling way when the pressure’s on?Change doesn’t always go according to plan and many leaders struggle to know how to communicate their transformation agenda effectively. But it’s a game changer when they get it right!Lucy Beytagh is the Founder and Managing Director of The LKB Agency, which specilises in corporate communications, engagement, and events management. We’re talking today about her Calm Communication method and...2022-05-2534 minThe New WayValues-Led Leadership with Ami SummersAre your organisational values embedded within your agency? Do you actually remember what they are? Often they're written on a poster in the hallway and mentioned in induction but otherwise not very prevalent. But organisational values and taking a values-led approach to change leadership can help you effectively deliver and immerse your transformational program. My guest today is Ami Summers. Ami is a leadership development consultant, engagement specialist, an accredited coach and director of Craft Coaching and Development. Craft Coaching and Development is passionate about finding new methods to elevate your life...2022-05-1825 minThe New WayAligning Change Management and Business Architecture with Krishan JogiaHow can business architecture help change leaders deliver more successful transformation programs? Today, my guest is Krishan Jogia founder and Managing Director of Evolve&Amplify, a business architecture consultancy. Krishan specialises in the areas of business strategy, architecture, portfolio management and design thinking. Krishan is passionate about helping executives to define their business vision and break it down into strategies and target operating models.In this episode, we’re discussing how to align change management and business architecture. Krishan explains what is involved in business architecture, how it overlaps and aligns with change management, and ex...2022-05-1132 minThe New WayThink Like A Media Company with David PembrokeYour engagement communications can make or break your change program. It can no longer be thought of as the last point in the planning and needs to be prioritised to ensure everyone involved has a thorough understanding of what’s coming - you need to think like a media company. My guest today is David Pembroke, who established the government communications agency ‘contentgroup’ in 1997 and is well known for his government and public sector communication expertise. David is dedicated to improving the effectiveness of government through building public sector communication and engagement capability.Contentgroup’s mission i...2022-05-0431 min
NonFicPodKate Greene - Once Upon a Time I Lived on MarsIn which we muse upon which humans get to go to space, how to stay human in space, and the banality of Elon Musk's intergallactic Tinder profile!Kate Greene was the crew writer and second-in-command on the first simulated Mars mission for the NASA-funded HI-SEAS project. A poet, essayist, and former laser physicist, her work has appeared in multiple publications and radio shows. She’s taught writing at Columbia University, San Francisco State University, and the Tennessee Prison for Women. She joins us from New York City to talk about her moving and fascinating memoir Once Up...2022-01-201h 00The New WayHow to prep your change initiative to take time off at end of yearThis is the last episode of The New Way for 2021! Can you believe it? As change leaders, we need to schedule meaningful rest and relaxation. Exhaustion and burn out are very common for change managers so we need to ensure we have adequate time off to rejuvenate and prepare for the next season. But how can you prepare your change initiative for your absence? In today’s episode, I’m sharing with you the four steps I follow to prepare for time off at the end of the year. These steps will allow you to hav...2021-12-0218 minThe New WayWhy your change leadership style matters if you want to have more impactDirecting an organisational change team can be a very difficult and challenging time. There are thousands of decisions to make and effective communication and guidance are absolutely essential. Learning your change leadership style and how it impacts your change team, stakeholders, and strategies are vital to the success of your program. In this episode, I’ll discuss the importance of understanding and embracing your unique change leadership style. There are four different styles I’ll run you through, including the sponsor, the collaborator, the role model, and the visionary. I’ll explain...2021-11-1813 minThe New WayHow I decide what to work on next (prioritisation for change managers)This episode is the last one in my productivity series for change leaders. Over the last month, I’ve been sharing the exact strategies and techniques I use to get everything done. My goal for each of these topics is to help you become more intentional with your work and time. In this episode, I will be talking about how to prioritise your day and decipher the tasks that require your immediate attention. I know that it can feel overwhelming and confusing staring at everything on your to-do list, so I wan...2021-10-2820 minThe New WayLeading org change is about thinking (and how to make time for it)As change managers we’re incredibly busy every day handling a whole host of tasks, problems, meetings and emails. Not to mention driving our organisational change through considered decision making. But have you ever made time to think? I mean setting time aside out of your day to actually reflect on everything without any distractions. I’ve found having thinking time has enabled me to provide creative solutions and to help change managers make important decisions that affect thousands. In this episode, I’ll talk abo...2021-10-2119 minThe New WayNot getting shit done? Productive change managers master this daily methodAre you running from task to task, in and out of meetings, feel overworked and exhausted at the end of your day, but still haven’t gotten anything done? As change makers, we’re dealing with more responsibility and the time crunch is stronger than ever. Not surprisingly, there are increasing numbers of burn outs as we work ourselves into the ground trying to be everywhere and accomplish everything. That’s why I find it so important to share what’s working for me so you can implement it into your day. I have f...2021-10-0720 minThe New WayThe 5D Hack For Busy Change Managers You'll Wish You'd Known SoonerHave you felt absolutely overwhelmed with the size of your to do list and don’t know where to begin in your change program? I know first hand the tremendous amount on the plate of busy change managers and how the list can feel like it’s never ending. But don’t worry - I am here to help with the 5Ds! The 5Ds are a framework that you can adopt as a structured approach to categorizing, prioritizing and progressing all of your tasks in only 30 minutes. They will bring you the clarity to know what you...2021-09-3017 minThe New Way4 Essential Ingredients To Rock Your Organisational Change SuccessI know it’s really difficult to condense all of the elements of a really successful change program into tools in an essential toolkit, but I have made it my mission to bring it all together for you today. In this episode, we are going to look at the four essential ingredients that you must have if you are serious about organisational change success. These ingredients are a very specific and practical guide to really nailing your change program and ensuring that everyone in your change team can work collaboratively, effectively and efficiently. 2021-09-1714 minThe New WayHow to get stakeholders taking action for org change successSomething I see quite often is where the change team is highly motivated to work toward their change initiative but there’s no real momentum for the transformation in the rest of the organisation. To make successful, long-lasting change, you simply must get your stakeholders on board and here’s how you do it. In this episode, I share 3 super practical tactics that you can start implementing immediately to help bridge the gap between busy work and actually seeing results within your organisation. These tips are specifically geared towards helping you make it easy for your s...2021-09-0917 minThe New WayCollective or top down: Who sets the org transformation vision?There are two schools of thought when considering who should set the transformation vision. Should they be set by the leadership team (top down) or should they be set collectively? In this episode, I am so excited to share my opinion and why I feel so strongly about this issue. You may disagree, but I believe that it is more beneficial for the transformation vision to be a top down approach. To be set by the senior leader and then delivered to their leadership team. Leadership is so important to the culture of the...2021-09-0213 minThe New WayHow to get people excited about digital transformation (Hint: stop sounding technical!)I know it can be so challenging to get your employees and stakeholders pumped for your digital transformation. People have a tendency to tune out if the messaging doesn’t seem relatable, they don’t understand it or it contains too much jargon. You can get your employees on board and thrilled for the transformation by bringing the messaging down to earth to ensure it lands with everybody. Put your important points in the context of the business outcomes, rather than the technology. To help you strategize and simplify your messaging, I will share with you fo...2021-08-2617 minThe New Way5 questions to help you identify your most important stakeholdersIs the list of stakeholders for your change program in the hundreds? Are you not sure how you will be able to split your team’s time and energy amongst creating relationships with all of them? You and your team can not be all things to everyone. In this episode, I share with you the five questions that I use to determine if a stakeholder is critical and worthy of spending considerable time and effort building a relationship. I provide you with examples of scenarios for each question so that you can se...2021-08-1914 minThe New WayDo you really need a change management strategy? (Psst: No, you don't)Do you always need a change management strategy?My take on this topic is one that perhaps not everyone will agree with because in my books, the answer is no! In this episode, I talk about what a change management strategy is, when you need one and why it’s not always relevant to every project or initiative. I talk about having ONE overarching change management strategy for big, bold moves that cover long term, significant goals and placing aligned action plans under this umbrella. I also discuss the importance of appropriately diagnosing the business pro...2021-08-1215 minThe New WayStakeholders WFH? 3 Big tips for change managersLast week I talked about keeping your eyes peeled for trends within your organisation and the power of aligning your change management strategies with these trends to drive your change success. Today, I discuss an evolving workplace trend that has impacted most of us in the last 18 months and is certainly here to stay. That’s right, I’m talking about working from home. We all know why this trend is here, so in this episode, I discuss some tactical implications that change managers should keep in mind to help drive killer and long lasting organisational change....2021-08-0515 minThe New WayHow making friends with workplace trends can propel your change successOne thing I’ve noticed over the years is that most change managers like to stay inside their comfort zone. What worked in the past will work now, right? Wrong. The world and the people in it are constantly changing and that’s why it’s so important for change leaders to evolve their strategies and tactics accordingly. We do this by keeping our eyes peeled for trends. In this episode, I discuss what trends are, why it’s important to be aware of them and how intentionally aligning to relevant trends in your organisation will make deliverin...2021-07-2912 minThe New Way3 Must Dos to build trust when implementing changeTrust is essential for change success but it’s certainly not a given. Trust is always earned. Research shows without a doubt that a lack of trust within an organisation leads to a resistance to change, poor performance and is a major roadblock when it comes to delivering a successful transformation program. So how do you build trust? In this episode, I share 3 practical ways that you as the change leader can up the trust factor to help to remove barriers, keep momentum going and help employees join the dots between the new way of doing things and...2021-07-2219 minThe New WayGrab my easy 2-step approach to defining good organisational cultureIf you’re serious about delivering a successful change adoption in your organisation, I believe it is absolutely vital to understand and take into account the existing culture within your organisation. But what is good culture? I’ve got an easy 2 step approach to help you define what good culture is and see how it applies in your organisation.In this episode, I talk about thinking about culture from the perspective of something that enables strategy, purpose, and business objectives. I blow up the old way of thinking that culture is just HR’s responsibility and explain how it...2021-07-1519 minThe New WayStack the deck for breakthrough change success using this powerful lensI’m talking about friction today. It might sound a little strange but understanding what friction is and how it can potentially roadblock your transformation agenda is a game-changer.In this episode, I outline 4 different types of friction to look out for when rolling out your change initiative so you can improve the likelihood of change adoption in your organisation. I discuss friction in your product or system, user driver friction, implementation friction, and intentional friction. I outline how these all factor into the success of your transformation agenda and how the thing to focus on is...2021-07-0819 minThe New WayNew change leaders: Level up with 3 mindset shifts that matterThere’s never been a more important time to be a good leader. The increasing rate of change and the need to adapt to new ways of working means that quality change leadership is more valuable than ever.There is a big difference between a change manager and a great change leader and in this episode, I share 3 big mindset shifts that will help you take things to the next level. I discuss focussing on the why and stepping into the role of storyteller to spread the change vision. I hone in on the critical com...2021-06-2416 minThe New WayTransformation success factors no one talks aboutI’m a big believer in the power of great change management. When a transformation is implemented successfully, it can help to make work better and more fulfilling for so many people. But what makes a transformation successful? There are a lot of contributing factors and surprisingly, my top factors are ones that I don’t hear a lot of people talking about.In this episode, I share the top 3 factors that I believe contribute to the success of a great transformation or change agenda. I talk about the importance of change leaders understanding change, how internal orga...2021-06-1511 minThe New Way5 Early warning signs to help save you from change disasterWe hear a lot of talk about how many change initiatives fail but failure doesn’t happen out of nowhere. There are usually a number of warning signs that could give you an indication or sneaking suspicion that things aren’t looking good long before problems show up. Knowing the signs to look out for and taking action when you see them could potentially save your change initiative from absolute disaster. In this episode, I share the 5 early warning signs that I see spring up most often. I talk about...2021-06-0817 minThe New Way8 Quick tips for leading change when your org has screwed it up in the pastMore often than not, I find clients telling me that their organisation has screwed up a change initiative in the past. If your organisation has a legacy of failure, it can seem a near impossible task to drive change within a culture of mistrust, uncertainty and change fatigue.If you’re in that boat, you’re not alone and this episode is absolutely for you. I share my 8 steps for leading change when your organisation has screwed up in the past. You’ll hear a summary of each step and some practical tips to help get you moving...2021-06-0119 minThe New Way3 Huge lies change leaders tell themselvesI’ve said it before that resistance and denial are a normal part of the change process and I’ve seen it in action time and time again. It’s not uncommon for change leaders to bunker down in denial, telling themselves lies which end up blocking the success of the change they’re seeking.In this episode, I share the 3 huge lies that change leaders (unintentionally) tell themselves and why they don’t help the change agenda in any way, shape or form. These lies creep in like cheeky buggers and I’m telling you, no leader is im...2021-05-2515 minThe New WayThe Easy Equation I Use to Forecast the Success of Change ProgramsOne of the challenges I see senior executives face when their organisations are undergoing a change initiative is tracking how well the initiative is actually doing. It might look a certain way on paper and seem like they’re ticking all the right boxes, and yet so many initiatives are ineffective and fall short of the success envisioned. In this episode, I share a simple yet powerful equation that can be used to accurately track your change initiative effectiveness. It’s called the Change Effectiveness Equation and I break it down to show how the effectiveness of any c...2021-05-1814 minThe New WayHow to align your leadership team to drive transformationThere is no stopping an aligned leadership team. When people are working in sync together to reach a common goal, they absolutely will achieve what they set out to do. Establishing an aligned leadership team takes time and consistent effort but it is something absolutely vital to drive transformation and create a thriving organisation.In this episode, I discuss what it takes to achieve alignment within your organisation and how it isn’t something that necessarily happens on its own. I share the three pillars of shared consensus, trusting relationships and consistent business rhythm and di...2021-05-1117 minThe New Way4 Clever questions to take your personal brand (and transformation) to the next levelI know, when you hear the words “personal brand” you might think that it’s only something influencers or those in the media need to be concerned with. However, having a strong personal brand is so important for effective leadership and transformation in any organisation. If you have a strong personal brand that is easily identifiable, you will be able to incite change more easily inside and outside of your organisation. It makes it a hell of a lot easier to lead if your staff are on board, and one of the most effective ways to ensure that is...2021-05-0417 minThe New WayNeed employees to take action? Use this sure-fire formulaIf you need your employees to take action, this episode is for you. Real organisational change requires a lot of action by individuals and to get that happening, a lot of effective communication by the leaders. This is often the area that leaders are falling short of as they know the action that needs to be taken, but communicating it effectively is overlooked.I can promise you, if your communications aren’t landing, nothing else is landing either. This is an area that you simply must spend the time to get right. When the pressure is...2021-04-2618 minThe New Way5 Transformation mistakes that are a complete waste of timeWhen your organisation undergoes transformation, there is often a big gap between where you are now and the desired end state. It’s a frustrating part of the change process and the trap that a lot of senior leaders fall into is thinking they need to do more to drive the change. How much of what you’re doing is actually being effective? In this episode, I talk about 5 things that are a complete waste of time during transformation and the best approach to take when your time is limited and there are many competing priorities. I di...2021-04-1913 minThe New WayHow to be an influential transformation leader when you don't have any timeIt goes without saying that as a senior leader in your organisation, you are likely inundated with things to get done and there just aren’t enough hours in the day to get through them all. Let me assure you, however, it is possible to be a highly influential leader who drives transformation in your organisation, even if you don’t have any time. In this episode, I share a strategic mini action plan which will enable you to make a big impact in just a few hours a month. That’s right, a month. I discuss the 3 i...2021-04-1218 minThe New WayThe killer mistake most leaders make talking about transformationA super common frustration that many senior executives struggle with is how to get their people engaged in a transformation agenda. I see it all the time and in this episode I discuss the killer mistake most leaders make when communicating their strategic narrative. In this episode, I talk about the hero and guide archetypes and how incorporating these into your change story will help your people feel engaged, aligned to the cause and start tapping into their discretionary energy, which is a crucial ingredient behind high performing teams.I discuss the hero journey, the p...2021-04-0512 minThe New Way4 Ways the change team should be supporting you As the senior sponsor in your organisation, you play a critical role when it comes to driving transformation. But that doesn’t mean you have to go it alone. Research shows that initiatives with great change management in place are far more likely to deliver desired outcomes. To really make an impact and drive the change to see sustainable transformation in your organisation, you need a great change team.In this episode, I discuss why having a dedicated change team is so important and how with the right team, you can confidently focus your efforts on the high...2021-04-0112 minThe New Way6 Reasons why nobody cares about your transformation agendaAs the driver of change within your organisation, it can be incredibly frustrating when your transformation agenda doesn’t take off. The journey to embed genuine change can take time, but that doesn’t mean you should be stuck treading water while you wait for everyone to get on board. The hard truth is, people just don’t care yet.In this episode, I discuss 6 reasons why people aren’t caring about your transformation agenda and why it’s not getting any traction. I share my advice on what you can do to help people embrace your enthusiasm...2021-03-2911 minThe New WayThe #1 thing you need before you launch your change initiativeIn my 20 years experience helping leaders and executives transform their organisations, I’ve seen so many reform programs suffer because they were missing a critical element from the outset. If you want your launch to be successful, gain momentum and real engagement within your organisation, this podcast is for you.In this episode, I talk about creating a clear, compelling, strategic narrative and how it’s the number one thing you need before you launch your change initiative. I discuss how creating this narrative will explain the context for change in a way that your employees can rela...2021-03-2513 min
mindyou - the art of holistic self caremindyou5 Psychologist Dr Kate Byrne talks about active listening and self carePsychologist, Social Care expert and busy mother Dr Kate Byrne talks about empathic active listening, and her passion for music and movement2021-03-0513 min
Inspiring Social Entrepreneurs PodcastEpisode 106: Kate Roll, Head of Teaching and Assistant Professor at Institute for Innovation and Public PurposeToday's interview features Dr. Kate Roll an Assistant Professor and Head of Teaching at UCL’s Institute for Innovation and Public Purpose (IIPP). Kate is a political scientist interested in how business, technology, and the state interact to improve the lives of the most vulnerable. Bringing her background in international development, Kate discusses inclusive business and the concept of bottom of the pyramid development and it's consequences for corporations and impoverished populations. Kate also shares her insights on what makes NGO and corporate partnerships succeed- and perhaps more interestingly, what makes them fail. Kate holds a BA in...2020-11-0253 min
Investing in Impact | Impact InvestingKate Byrne // President of SOCAP GlobalThis content is for informational and entertainment purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice.----------------------------------------If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe, review, and share this podcast!Bonus episode with Kate Byrne, President of SOCAP Global, on impact investing, the rise of women in global leadership, and rapidly moving an events business online in the wake of COVID-19.SOCAP Virtual: A Global Impact Summit - Register HereKate Byrne is the president...2020-10-1839 min
Disruptors for GOOD | Social Entrepreneurs and Social EnterprisesKate Byrne // President of SOCAP Global----------------------------------------Spotlighting impact startups, brands, and founders.We feature social impact startups, conscious brands, and visionary founders shaping the future of business. Join thousands—subscribe to our weekly newsletter for exclusive interviews, the latest funding rounds, digital tool reviews, and curated products fueling the impact economy.To learn more, please visit causeartist.comIn episode 77 of the Disruptors for GOOD podcast, I speak with Kate Byrne, President of SOCAP Global, on impact investing, the rise of women in global leadership, and rapidly moving an events business online in...2020-10-1639 min
An Oasis ProjectEp.13 Kate Sharp on Anorexia Nervosa, Recovery, Family & Teaching.Today I was joined by the open, honest and brave Kate Sharp,Kate Battled Anorexia when she was younger and opened up about her own journey & recovery. She also has a 3 year old with her husband Matt. After being totally open about her battle we spoke about her career teaching children with learning difficulties, Post Natal Depression and her family life.I also want to say how grateful I am for Kate joining me today and being prepared to be honest about her personal struggles.2020-10-0600 min
Wings of Inspired BusinessBusiness for Social Impact: Entrepreneur Kate Byrne on Why Women aInnovating at the Intersection of “Money and Meaning”Kate Byrne is President of Intentional/SOCAP Global, a worldwide platform driving social impact, purpose-driven leadership, racial and gender equity. She’s activated her strategic creativity and revenue generation skills at public and private blue-chip brands, playing executive leadership roles at Fast Company, BusinessWeek, Inc, Watermark, Tides Foundation, George Lucas Education Foundation, Future LLC. We talk about why women entrepreneurs are leading the way in innovating at the intersection of “money and meaning”. Join the conversation on the Podopolo podcast app2020-09-0148 min
Vibrant VisionariesEpisode 31 – Kate Byrne on Designing Events that Inspire Compassionate CamaraderieKate Byrne is the president of Intentional Media, who’s brands SOCAP, Total Impact and Conscious Company Media, through the power of story-telling and events – […] Read More2020-01-1325 min
Chasing Passion#4 – Dr. Kate Byrne - Diversity in the workplace, Empathy and making lists"Listen to other people and learn from other people" - Kate ByrneThis week I bring on another Data Scientist. Kate has a previously worked in cancer research and is now working as a Data Scientist for the past 4 years. In this episode we talk about Diversity in the workplace, importance of soft skills and Empathy. Timestamps for the episode:Kate's Background (1:00)Pursuing a PhD(3:00)What kind of person she was in school (6:00)What a Data Scientist actually does? (10:15)Advice to an aspiring Data Scientist (12:30)Dislikes about the job (14:30)Data Science & Non Profit (16:30)Importance...2019-07-0149 min
The Sustainability AgendaEpisode 60: Interview with Kate Raworth, author of Doughnut Economics: seven ways to think like a 21st century economistIn recent years, more and more attention has been paid to how economic theory is divorced from environmental reality, exemplified by how environmental breakdown is often dismissingly referred to as a mere “externality”. In this fascinating interview, we’re talking to self-described renegade economist Kate Raworth about a new economic vision that is firmly grounded in social progress and embedded in the environmental limits of our planetary household.Images are immensely powerful in shaping our perceptions. Raworth believes that tackling the unsustainability of our economic system requires new images that anchor human wellbeing within environmental boundaries. Raworth propos...2018-12-0355 min