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Phil Wilson Chats With CelebsPhil Wilson Interviews Shed Seven - Rick Witter - Liquid Gold Album - 90s Music PodcastThe renowned voice of the airwaves, Phil Wilson, famous for his morning show "Phil Wilson In The Morning" on Affinity Radio, Saturday 7-10am and the syndicated sensation "Phil Wilson's Vinyl Revival," engages again in a captivating conversation with Britpop iconic frontman Rick Witter of the chart record breakers Shed Seven.Shed Seven have already had an unforgettable 30th anniversary year, taking in their first ever #1 album with ‘A Matter of Time’‘Liquid Gold’ sees Shed Seven revisit a selection of hits and live favourites from their back catalogue with the rousing accompaniment of a full...2025-06-0118 min
Recruitment in the modern worldOutsourced employment and employers of record, with Janet De-HavillandAnthony Haynes writes: This episode focuses on two concepts - outsourced employment and employers of record - that have become increasingly important in the landscapes of employment and recruitment. To guide us through the terrain, we access the expertise of Janet De-Havilland, Founder and CEO of Pendragon PEO.Janet first maps out the key concepts (and distinguishing them from umbrella employment) and then explains ways of working withemployerstalent agenciesIn the process, she identifies the major challenges and pitfalls involved and outlines changes in policy.CreditsMu...2025-03-2722 min
Big Flying LizardsShrek 2: The Best Sequel Ever? | with Ryan Huskins | Big Liz BreakdownJoin Bryce and Ryan in this deep dive into the animated masterpiece, Shrek 2! In this episode, they explore the themes, characters, and cultural references that make this sequel a fan favorite. From theories about Fiona's curse to the evolution of animation technology, no stone is left unturned as they unpack what makes Shrek 2 one of the best sequels ever made.🔍 Highlights of the Episode: Theories about Fiona's origins sparking philosophical discussions. The box office success that surpassed the original Shrek. The complex dynamics between Shrek, Fiona, and Prince Charming. The...2025-03-031h 11
Recruitment in the modern worldHow the General Osteopathic Council improved its recruitment: a DEI success storyAnthony Haynes writes: Matthew Redford, the General Osteopathic Council's CEO and Registrar, tells the story of how the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) went about improving its talent acquisition from the perspective of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Focusing on the appointment of non-executives, Matthew recounts how the GOsC moved from making appointments that were predominantly white and male to markedly more diverse outcomes.Some of the steps were small, some fairly obvious - and some of them were altogether bolder...CreditsMusic: Harry ChalmersEditing: Simon Haynes2024-11-2538 min
Carole Taylor's Journal14 | Law and order in BC (w/ Fiona Wilson, Vancouver Police Department)In this edition of Journal, we take on the urgent issue of crime on our streets with deputy chief Fiona Wilson of the Vancouver Police Department.There is no denying, even by politicians, that the disorder and stranger violence we see on streets around our province has profoundly upset our communities. Now, there are obviously many complicated causes and many fingers to be pointed at policies or politicians.But where are we at and how do we go forward?Going way back, the closing of Riverview put many people with...2024-10-0922 min
Recruitment in the modern worldRIBA's role as a voice of the architectural profession, with Valerie Vaughan-Dick MBEAnthony Haynes writes: On this podcast, we've tended to focus on talent acquisition and career development, especially in relation to our core market - which comprises professional organisation (membership bodies, awarding bodies, and learning providers). But we've been intending for some time now to pivot occasionally to feature the work of our clients more broadly.In this, the first episode of this type, we had the good fortune to interview Dr Valerie Vaughan-Dick (CEO, RIBA). We discuss:RIBA's rolecurrent priorities for RIBAacting as a voice of the professionthe changing needs for skills and human capitalValerie's careerl...2024-09-1018 min
Recruitment in the modern worldDiversity, equity, and inclusion, with Olivia Hill (AAT)Anthony Haynes writes: Welcome to a new season (our 7th)! In this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Olivia Hill, People Director of Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT). We discussed the initiatives that AAT have embedded concerning diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). In particular, we focused on:the role of data - its collection and reporting - in providing the foundation stones for DEI strategymeasuring progress and formulating and reviewing targetstaking action: ensuring that practical measures are taken to have an impact on the organisation and the wider worldIn the process we explore s...2024-09-0220 min
Recruitment in the modern worldRecruiting talent with a commercial edge, with Fiona Wilson's Talent ReportAnthony Haynes writes: Our experience of working with organisations for professionals (membership organisations, learning providers, and awarding bodies) shows that there is a long-term and still growing trend of wishing to recruit people who can help the employer develop a sharper commercial edge.In this episode, Fiona Wilson (MD of FJ Wilson Talent Services) provides detailed guidance on where the challenges lie and how they can be avoided or overcome. She focuses on the issues ofcandidate attractionselection processesinductionThis is the first episode in our Talent Report series in which Fiona provides insights gleaned...2024-08-0720 minRecruitment in the modern worldCandidate search and DEI, with Fiona WilsonAnthony Haynes writes: Once a recruitment agency has been engaged and briefed on a role, the question arises of how to conduct the search for potential candidates.This entails two entwined considerations, namely how to conduct the search efficiently and how to ensure that the search aligns with DEI factors.Here Sherah Beckley interviews FJWTS Managing Director, Fiona Wilson, on both aspects of the question.Their conversation includes a discussion of such factors as search tools and search protocols. The emphasis throughout is on going beyond the obvious to develop flexible, creative, and...2024-07-0418 min
Recruitment in the modern worldEstablishing a culture of coaching, with Vanessa Harwood-WhitcherAnthony Haynes writes: 'Being passionate' has become a cliché of management speech - but in the case of Vanessa Harwood-Whitcher (CEO, Institute of Occupational Safety and Health), the culture of coaching is genuinely a passion. Our conversation explores, in the context of IOSH's culture, the relation of coaching to a range of concepts - notablyempowermentlearning culturelearning from each other - informally as well as formallyIn the process, we consider the significance of inclusion, psychological safety, reverse mentoring, feedback, and reflective learning. LinksIoSH website: iosh.com2024-06-2022 min
Granite Goodness#6 Fiona Wilson: Business for People, Planet, Profits, and OrangutansOn this episode Andy talks to his sustainability "sensei", Fiona Wilson, who reveals her journey from selling beer ads in Thatcherite Britain to leading the charge for eco-friendly business practices in the U.S. They dive into the challenges of merging profit with planet-saving initiatives, laugh about printing manifestos on soap bottles, and debate whether saving the world is all about sustainability, civics, or just making sure we remember the orangutans. Andy unsuccessfully attempts to leverage this interview into a private sailing lesson. Fiona Wilson is the Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer at the University of New Hampshire.2024-06-161h 08
Recruitment in the modern worldWriting job advertisements: a DEI perspectiveAnthony Haynes writes: There's plenty of guidance on how to construct job advertisements - but much of it has little to say about considerations of diversity, equity, and inclusion.In this episode, Sherah Beckley and I focus on these considerations. There are several widely occurring pitfalls. Simply anticipating them can help to improve your advertisements in terms of DEI.Here we identify typical pitfalls and outline why they matter.Further listeningWe hope you found this episode a rewarding listen. If so, you might particularly enjoy the following:...2024-06-0707 minRecruitment in the modern worldLaying the foundations of DEI in talent, with Fiona WilsonAnthony Haynes writes: Many organisations - employers and talent agencies - are reviewing their policies regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). In this, the first episode in our occasional series on the topic, Fiona Wilson (MD of FJWTS), Sherah Beckley, and I begin with a broad perspective: how can we lay the foundations for effective policy? And, in particular, what are the pitfalls to avoid?Further listeningWe hope you found this episode a rewarding listen. If so, you may be interested in the following episodes:DEI in talent acquisition, with Dawn...2024-05-2212 minRecruitment in the modern worldCoaching: an inside view, with Fiona WilsonAnthony Haynes writes: Though the majority of our episodes concern talent acquisition, we also cover wider aspects of human resources - notably talent development. That is our focus here. In particular, drawing on Fiona Wilson's experience of providing coaching services, we reflect on the nature of coaching.In particular, we explore:who benefits most from coaching - and howwhich contexts are most suitablehow to establish goals, scope, and expectationscharacteristics of getting started and early-stage coachingthe roles and responsibilities of the coach and coacheeLinkPilotlight: https://www.pilotlight.org.uk/2024-05-0722 min
Thoughts, Conversations and To Do ListsThoughts, Conversations and To Do Lists with Denise KingThe multi award winning artist, journalist and founder of Women in Jazz Media Fiona Ross talks to the legendary Denise King
Artists aren’t made, they are born; born with an innate sense of wonder and a unique perspective of the
world. Denise King is no exception. Always having a love of music, it wasn’t until the age of thirteen that she was introduced to Jazz by an uncle, Herbert Tatum, who had an extensive collection of Jazz LPs. This love was further cultivated by family, when a cousin Cynthia, shared her passion for the stylings and...2024-04-231h 01
Recruitment in the modern worldDEI in talent acquisition, with Dawn PikeAnthony Haynes writes: My impression from attending Recruitment Expo a couple of weeks ago was that a couple of themes were dominating discussion - one was technology, especially AI, and the other was diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI).When it comes to the latter, we think there's a premium on discussion that is rooted in experience and deals with specifics. In this episode, our returning guest - Dawn Pike of New Dawn Consulting - absolutely fits the bill.Here Dawn reflects on her experience, especially of introducing DEI policy. with a focus on aspects of...2024-04-0230 min
More Than A WomanMore Than A Woman - Episode 12 - Fiona WilsonOur next episode we welcome coach Fiona Wilson.
Join Fiona as she shares her incredible journey from a caring volunteer to a renowned coach. Tracey chats with Fiona through pivotal moments and invaluable lessons Fiona has learnt along the way.
Fiona offers profound insights into overcoming obstacles, embracing authenticity, and unlocking true potential.
Tune in now to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment!
#Coaching #UnlockPotential #FionaWilsonCoaching
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Recruitment in the modern worldGood practice in onboarding and induction, with Dawn PikeAnthony Haynes writes: So, you've completed the selection process and offered the job to your favoured candidate: how does the journey progress from there? This episode focuses on two key, inter-locking, processes: onboarding and induction. To guide us through the journey, we interview expert HR consultant Dawn Pike of New Dawn PR (logo featured here). With the help of a positive case study - appointing a senior role at Dawn's previous employer, International House London.Our conversation covers the key do and don'ts - in particular, what all-too-common pitfalls to avoid and what...2024-03-2135 min
The Stuph File Program#0751: Fiona Wilson; Scott Overton; & Joyce MerwinThe Stuph File Program
Featuring UK farmer Fiona Wilson; Scott Overton, author of Indigent Earth; & Joyce Merwin from The Train Mount Railroad Museum
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Fiona Wilson is the co-owner of Dumble Farms in East Yorkshire in the UK. You can visit the farm to experience cow cuddling.
Scott Overton is the author of the science fiction novel, Indigent Earth.
Joyce Merwin is the office manager at The Train Mountain Railroad Museum in Oregon, which features the world’s largest miniature railroad with over 36 miles of 7.5-gauge track on over 2,000 acres of pine forest. (Also mentioned in the segment is the ex...2024-01-0758 min
The New Hampshire Podcast NetworkWildcat Rollcall: Dr. Fiona Wilson on UNH's Sustainability InstituteDr. Fiona Wilson, director of UNH's Sustainability Institute, joins Joseph and MJ to discuss how UNH is a leader in college campus sustainability and how students can get involved with its efforts.2023-12-0431 min
The Superhero Finder Podcast - Real people, real stories and real power!Superhero #106 - Embracing ADHD To Successfully Grow An Award Winning Business | Fiona Bradley - FB CommsAfter a 2 week break we are BACK!
Today I am joined by the stupendous and colourful lady boss that is Fiona Bradley.
We first met a couple of years ago and I have been invested in her journey since.
Running a successful social media company is tricky, it requires you to be doing many things at once..
Its tough even when you are neurotypical.. so what happens when you are neurodivergent?
How can you make it work for you?
What support is out there to help?
What are the keys to acceptance and optimising your time?
You will find out...2023-10-1736 min
Recruitment in the modern worldUsing social media effectivelyAnthony Haynes writes: Our work at FJ Wilson Talent Services is concerned with social media in two ways. The first (perhaps more minor way) concerns our own use of social media; the second concerns our stakeholders'.In this episode, we reflect on the characteristics of effective use of social media. In particular, we consider:the significance of opportunity cost and the need for disciplinewhich metrics matterthe need to move beyond treating social media purely as push mediaFurther listeningIf you enjoyed listening to this episode, you might enjoy the following...2023-09-2615 min
Recruitment in the modern worldHow talent agencies work: content production with Bart HallmarkAnthony Haynes writes: Talent agencies contribute most effectively to talent acquisition when there's an empathy between agencies and their stakeholders.Our series, How Talent Acquisition Works, is designed to contribute to the development of such empathy.We explore the work of an agency by exploring in turn each of the roles involved.In addition to the client-facing and candidate-facing roles, we include in the series the contribution of ancillary roles.In this episode, the seventh interview in the series, we introduce Bart Hallmark. Bart h typically contributes to our work through...2023-08-2915 min
Passion Project PendingA Community for Surfers, Two Businesses by Age 24 and Taking Risks#21. From random gigs in tech to working in fashion and paving her own path upon graduating during the pandemic, Fiona Tran is the founder of 2 companies; FT The Label & LOCO Wetsuits. Two years, many lessons, and one company later- Fiona fell in love with surfing but found issues with her wetsuit and the surf industry. With her entrepreneurial experience and retail background, Fiona finally felt like she found a niche and could produce something of real value while also cultivating a community of surfers. Speaking with Fiona was lovely because on top of all this experience and risk-taking, she...2023-08-1753 min
Recruitment in the modern worldHow talent agencies work: interviewing and media, with Sherah BeckleyAnthony Haynes writes: Talent agencies contribute most effectively to talent acquisition when there's an empathy between agencies and their stakeholders.Our series, How Talent Acquisition Works, is designed to contribute to the development of such empathy.We explore the work of an agency by exploring in turn each of the roles involved. In addition to the client-facing and candidate-facing roles, we include in the series the contribution of ancillary roles. In this episode, the sixth interview in the series, we introduce Sherah Beckley: Sherah typically contributes to our work through her...2023-08-0913 min
BEING with Sally WilsonChoice & Perspective - Embracing AdversityFiona Demark grew up in rural NSW, a blind person with little support and no resources - except her own. A dreadful low point, following her father's death when she was 15 and bullying at school, forced her to make a decision. Either she was going to find a way through this and, perhaps, help others through her own experience, or she was not. She chose to.
Now a coach, keynote speaker and extreme adventurer, Fiona now works with individuals and organisations, helping people increase resilience, achieve their dreams and allow for the richness diversity...2023-08-0937 minRecruitment in the modern worldHow talent acquisition works, with Fiona WilsonAnthony Haynes writes: Talent agencies contribute most effectively to talent acquisition when there's an empathy between agencies and their stakeholders.Our series, How Talent Acquisition Works, is designed to contribute to the development of such empathy.In the previous interviews, we've focused on one role at a time. Now, in this interview with FJWTS's Managing Director, Fiona Wilson, we step back to provide an overview.We explore what's involved in positioning and running an agency and what's distinctive about FJWTS.Further listeningIf you enjoyed listening to...2023-07-3124 min
Recruitment in the modern worldHow talent acquisition works: the Comms roleAnthony Haynes writes: Talent agencies contribute most effectively to talent acquisition when there's an empathy between agencies and their stakeholders.Our series, How Talent Acquisition Works, is designed to contribute to the development of such empathy.Here, in the fifth interview in the series, I'm interviewed by Sherah Beckley about the role of Communications Director. We discuss the purpose of the role, the work it entails - and what we don't do.Further listeningif you enjoyed listening to this episode, you might enjoy the following episodes:2023-07-2016 min
Recruitment in the modern worldHow talent acquisition works: the Recruitment Administrator roleAnthony Haynes writes: Talent agencies contribute most effectively to talent acquisition when there's an empathy between agencies and their stakeholders.Our series, How Talent Acquisition Works, is designed to contribute to the development of such empathy.Here, in the fourth interview in the series, we interview Josh Turner , about the role of Administrator. Everyone knows roughly what an 'administrator' is - but what exactly does it involve specifically in the context of talent acquisition?Josh explains the purpose of the role, the work it entails, and how to liaise with stakeholders (employers and...2023-07-1814 minRecruitment in the modern worldHow talent acquisition works: the Researcher roleAnthony Haynes writes: Talent agencies contribute most effectively to talent acquisition when there's an empathy between agencies and their stakeholders.Our series, How Talent Acquisition Works, is designed to contribute to the development of such empathy.Here, in the third interview in the series, we ask our in-house experts, Lina Beynar and Olga Lupu, about the role of Researcher.Olga and Lina explore the purpose of the role, the work it entails, and how to liaise with stakeholders (employers and candidates) effectively.Further listeningif you enjoyed...2023-07-1115 min
Recruitment in the modern worldHow talent acquisition works: the Resourcing Partner roleAnthony Haynes writes: Talent agencies contribute most effectively to talent acquisition when there's an empathy between agencies and their stakeholders.This series, How Talent Acquisition Work, is designed to contribute to the development of such empathy.In this, the second interview in the series, we ask Maria McNiven about the role of Resourcing Partner.Maria explains the purpose of the role, the work it entails, and how to liaise with stakeholders (employers and candidates) effectively.Further listeningif you enjoyed listening to this episode, you might enjoy t...2023-07-0710 min
Recruitment in the modern worldHow talent acquisition works: the Account Manager roleAnthony Haynes writes: Talent agencies contribute most effectively to talent acquisition when there's an empathy between agencies and their stakeholders.This series, How Talent Acquisition Work, is designed to contribute to the development of such empathy.In this, the first interview in our series, we ask Andrea Montgomery about the role of Account Manager. Andrea explores the purpose of the role, the work it entails, and how to liaise with stakeholders (employers and candidates) effectively.Further listeningif you enjoyed listening to this episode, you might enjoy t...2023-07-0515 minRecruitment in the modern worldHow talent agencies work: view from the insideAnthony Haynes writes: Talent agencies contribute most effectively to talent acquisition when there's an empathy between agencies and their stakeholders.In particular, it really helps when employers and individuals (job-seekers, candidates) are given a window into how an agency works - and what factors make successful fulfilment of a job brief.This new series, How talent agencies work', is designed to contribute to the development of such empathy.Through a series of interviews, the series explores each of the roles involved in talent acquisition and then provides an overview of agency development.2023-06-3002 min
Recruitment in the modern worldHow to improve recruitment practices: Afrah Qassim of Savera UKAnthony Haynes writes: Hearing how organizations have worked to improve their recruitment practices can be both fascinating and instructive. Savera UK is a leading charity working to end ‘honour’-based abuse (HBA) and other culturally specific abuse and harmful practices in the UK. It campaigns to eliminate all such practices for good, while also providing life-saving direct intervention services to survivors and those at risk.In this episode, Afrah Qassim (Savera UK's Founder & CEO, pictured) explains the challenges of recruiting successfully to a small team. She tells the story of how the organisation has...2023-06-1317 min
Recruitment in the modern worldReviewing your website: a non-technical guideAnthony Haynes (pictured) writes: As part of our work with clients and prospective clients, we study employers' websites carefully. One clear conclusion: the quality and user-friendliness of employers' websites varies hugely!In this episode we outline some straightforward criteria that non-technical staff can use to assess their organisation's websites. They concern:provision for a various stakeholdersnavigabilityaestheticsLinks and referencesWebsites cited in this episode as examples of good practice:First Intuition: https://www.firstintuition.co.uk/Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH): https://www.rcpch.ac.uk/Royal...2023-05-1712 min
Recruitment in the modern worldHow to improve your meetings: with Carrie GoucherAnthony Haynes writes: If you find that meetings don't make an undue demand on your time and that the meetings you attend are invariably engaging and productive, you don't need to listen to this episode.If, on the other hand, you live on planet earth, this episode might help to reduce your blood pressure.In this episode we're delighted to feature the meetings guru, Dr Carrie Goucher, (pictured), founder of FewerFasterBolder: https://www.fewerfasterbolder.com/.Carrie is motivated by a conviction that meetings can be improved. And she has the expertise...2023-05-0430 minRecruitment in the modern worldTalent acquisition and business development: rethinking in actionAnthony Haynes writes: In a previous episode, we reviewed a business podcast that made a big impression on us - Drew McLellan's Build a Better Agency. We mentioned that we liked the thinking on business development ('bizdev'), particularly the ideas explained in Drew's interview with Dan Englander.Here we explain how we used the ideas from Build a better agency to transform our approach to bizdev at FJ Wilson Talent Services. The topics we cover include (a) team structure and roles, (b) time allocation, (c) processes, (d) the harnessing of team members' talents, and (e) t...2023-03-3011 minRecruitment in the modern worldProviding a talent acquisition service: beyond the traditional modelHow are talent services organised - and, crucially, what does that mean for clients, i.e. the employers and hiring managers using agencies?In this episode, we look below the bonnet of talent acquisition. We examine two models: a traditional (linear) model and a modified model.The latter is refined to provide benefits in terms of contingency and flexibility.The episode comprises an interview by Sherah Beckley with Fiona Wilson and Anthony Haynes.Further listeningif you enjoyed listening to this episode, you might enjoy the following...2023-03-1608 minRecruitment in the modern worldImproving the recruitment process: the effect of reflective practice and action learningAnthony Haynes writes: Frankly. when it comes to recruiting staff, many organisations use the same process over and over (seemingly regardless of how successful or otherwise it proves).But supposing you don't do that? Supposing, instead, you engage in reflective practice and action learning - how would that go.In this episode, our Managing Director - Fiona Wilson - Sherah Beckley, and I discuss FJ Wilson Talent Services's approach to recruiting the company's own staff.We reflect on:imperfections that we identified in our processesthe changes we introducedthe effects that the changes...2023-03-0313 min
Recruitment in the modern worldWriting EFFECTIVE emails: the 6 key pointsAnthony Haynes writes: Any literate person knows how to write an email. But writing effective emails is another matter.The frequency of complaints about people not reading emails, or not understanding them, or not responding properly suggests that there's scope for development!In this episode, Sherah Beckley and I discuss ways to write emails more effectively. In particular, we identify six key, practical, decisions to inform the writing of emails.Further listeningIf you enjoyed this episode, you might like:Presenting yourself: 'self-branding'How to give a presentation2023-02-1518 min
Recruitment in the modern worldBuild a better agency: A management resource that produces resultsAnthony Haynes writes: The purpose of this episode is simply review what we consider to be an outstanding business resource, namely the Build a Better Agency podcast, presented by Drew McLellan and published by Agency Management Institute.FJ Wilson's Managing Director, Fiona Wilson, and I have followed the podcast for some years now and have consistently found it stimulating. Better still, as we'll explain in some detail in subsequent episodes, we've found the resource of practical use, providing ideas that we've used to improve our margin.LinkBuild a...2023-01-2309 min
Recruitment in the modern worldWhat experience do your candidates really need?Anthony Haynes writes: Job descriptions, and the advertisements based on them, frequently specify the kind of experience that candidates must have - "candidates must have 3 years' experience of..." or "candidates must have worked for such-and-such kind of organisations".Such specifications can be helpful and save much wasted time. But that isn't always the case: it's not uncommon for the specifications to be unnecessarily prospective.In this interview, Sherah Beckley and I identify key considerations for determining what kinds of experience are necessary - and what kinds are not.The aim is to optimise...2023-01-0510 min
Team-Up MovesSentinel Comics (Back Matter) w/ Ian Gregory and Ceci MancusoTime to talk about Sentinel Comics: The Roleplaying Game! In this back matter episode we go over the remarkable guided character creation mechanism, the balance between narrative and simulationist play, and Fiona breaks out a spreadsheet to report on probabilities.Sentinel Comics: The Roleplaying Game was co-developed with Critical Hits Studios and is published by Greater Than Games.Back IssuesInferno (1988) by Louise Simonson, with art by Walter Simonson, Bret Blevins, Terry Shoemaker and others: this is a multi-title crossover event involving X-Factor, New Mutants and other Marvel mutant comics, best read through the...2022-12-201h 34Team-Up MovesSentinel Comics (Back Matter) w/ Ian Gregory and Ceci MancusoTime to talk about Sentinel Comics: The Roleplaying Game! In this back matter episode we go over the remarkable guided character creation mechanism, the balance between narrative and simulationist play, and Fiona breaks out a spreadsheet to report on probabilities.Sentinel Comics: The Roleplaying Game was co-developed with Critical Hits Studios and is published by Greater Than Games.Back IssuesInferno (1988) by Louise Simonson, with art by Walter Simonson, Bret Blevins, Terry Shoemaker and others: this is a multi-title crossover event involving X-Factor, New Mutants and other Marvel mutant comics, best read through the...2022-12-201h 34
Recruitment in the modern worldJob interviews: how to perform well as an intervieweeAnthony Haynes writes: This episode is entirely practical in nature.Sherah Beckley and I discuss ways to help ensure that you perform effectively at a job interview.As has become our custom, we provide a bronze, silver, and gold tip - but here we also (for the first time ever!) a platinum piece of advice.Further listeningWe hope you enjoyed listening to this episode. If so, you might be interested in our other episodes aimed at job-seekers and candidates. They include:Virtual interview tipsPresenting yourself: s...2022-12-1414 min
Recruitment in the modern worldWhat does quality talent management look like? Good practice and effective communicationsAnthony Haynes writes: What makes for effective talent acquisition?The ideal way to find out is to ask stakeholders to reflect on their experience. I'm delighted to say that's what we were able to do here, courtesy of our richly experienced two guests, Louise Gulliver and Martin Greig - both from the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS).In our case study, we reflect the recruitment process on when Louise was the hiring manager and Martin the (successful) candidate.We focus especially on:good practice at various...2022-11-3027 min
Recruitment in the modern worldTime management: a synthesisAnthony Haynes writes; This is the third and final episode in our mini-series devoted to time management and productivity.The opening episode outlined a tactical ('bottom-up') approach.The second outlines a strategic ('top-down') approach.Here we outline a synthetic approach: we bring our two approaches together, explore the relationship between them, and outline how to use them in combination for maximum effect.ReferencesEdwin C. Bliss, Getting things done: doing it now (Bantam Books).Oliver Burkeman, Four thousand weeks: time management for mortals (Penguin, 2022).2022-11-2209 min
Recruitment in the modern worldImproving time management and productivity (II): the strategic approachAnthony Haynes writes: This episode is the second in a mini-series of episodes on time management, designed to help you and your colleagues to help improve personal productivity and effectiveness.The first episode dealt with the tactical approach to time management. This episode outlines a strategic (aka 'top-down') approach.The relationship between this approach and standard time management techniques is like that of a negative to a photographic image. Standard techniques focus on how to get more stuff done, more quickly; the approach here, in contrast, focuses on how to become more effective...2022-11-1409 min
Recruitment in the modern worldImproving time management and productivity: (I) The tactical approachAnthony Haynes writes: This episode is the first in a mini-series of episodes on time management, designed to help you and your colleagues to help improve personal productivity and effectiveness.This episode outlines a tactical (aka 'bottom-up') approach: the approach is granular in form, focusing on specific aspects of working life - especially typical tasks and common obstacles.This is one of our episodes that deals with working life and management in general, rather than recruitment-specific topics.ReferenceEdwin C. Bliss, Getting things done: doing it now (Bantam Books).2022-10-2715 minTeam-Up MovesAnyone Can Wear the Mask (Back Matter) w/ Ceci MancusoOur AP is over, so now it’s time to talk about Anyone Can Wear the Mask by Jeff Stormer.In this back matter episode, we dig into character creation, game mechanisms, and the comics we think go with this game.More Info: https://jeffstormer.itch.io/maskBack IssuesDaredevil — Frank Miller and Ann Nocenti runsLuke Cage — Comics and TV showMs. Marvel (2014) — “Last Days of Ms. Marvel” #16–19 by G. Willow WilsonSilver Surfer — gotta be some out thereAstro City — Jack in the Box story by Kurt Busiek. And just any others. Y’all these are so goo...2022-07-261h 00Team-Up MovesAnyone Can Wear the Mask (Back Matter) w/ Ceci MancusoOur AP is over, so now it’s time to talk about Anyone Can Wear the Mask by Jeff Stormer.In this back matter episode, we dig into character creation, game mechanisms, and the comics we think go with this game.More Info: https://jeffstormer.itch.io/maskBack IssuesDaredevil — Frank Miller and Ann Nocenti runsLuke Cage — Comics and TV showMs. Marvel (2014) — “Last Days of Ms. Marvel” #16–19 by G. Willow WilsonSilver Surfer — gotta be some out thereAstro City — Jack in the Box story by Kurt Busiek. And just any others. Y’all these are so goo...2022-07-261h 00
Recruitment in the modern worldStakeholder management: what it is, why do it, and what the pitfalls areIn this episode, Sherah Beckley and Anthony Haynes discuss stakeholder management, drawing in part of insights gleaned from FJ Wilson Talent Services' work with organisations for professionals.Sherah and Anthony first consider definitions of, and rationales for, stakeholder management and then identify a series of pitfalls that stakeholder managers need to avoid.ReferenceStakeholders by Andrew Friedman and Sarah Miles is published by Oxford University PressFinally, what we doFJ Wilson Talent Services provides recruitment and talent development services and also coaching for individuals. 2022-06-2817 min
Recruitment in the modern worldThe business context: why it matters to employers and what to do about itAnthony Haynes writes: In this episode, I explore with Sherah Beckley the topic of the context in which employers operate.We explore why employers need to raise their eyes and scan the horizon, to see what changes are coming down the road. What external developments will require responses from you?We discuss how employers can use frameworks to focus attention in order to ensure they don't overlook changes in the environment they operate inAnd, in the process, we introduce our EPISTLE model.ResourceIan Worthington, Chris...2022-06-0612 min
Recruitment in the modern worldPresenting yourself: 'self-branding'Anthony Haynes writes: This episode is aimed primarily at candidates and job-hunters -- though we hope it will prove of use in more general contexts too.We consider the question of how to present yourself consistently, so that employers and others understand who you are.With a couple of worked examples -- from our host, Sherah Beckley, and me -- we develop a straightforward approach to self-presentation.Resource recommendationAngie Wakefield, 'Why you should use 3 words to create your personal brand', on Medium: https://medium.com/@angiewakefield/why-you-should-use-3-words-to-create-your-personal-brand-d04...2022-05-1212 min
Recruitment in the modern worldHow employers are failing to hire - and what to do about itAnthony Haynes writes: Currently, we are experiencing a testing, unusual, labour market. The supply of labour has contracted; vacancies persist.In this context, seeking to hire can prove frustrating. Our experience in recruitment indicates that there are a number of recurring pitfalls that employers need to avoid.Perhaps unsurprisingly, one common problem area is salary.But salary is not the sole concern. In this discussion, Sherah Beckley and I discuss the What, When, and Where of talent acquisition in the current context.See alsoIf you enjoyed...2022-04-2110 min
Recruitment in the modern worldNetworking: the how and whyIn this episode, Sherah Beckley interviews Anthony Haynes, Communications Director for FJ Wilson Talent Services.This episode provides practical guidance on networking: its value; how it works; and how to network effectively.ReferenceMark Granovetter, 'The strength of weak ties' (American Journal of Sociology, Vol. 78, no. 6, May 1973, pp.1360-1380).Finally, what we doFJ Wilson Talent Services provides recruitment and talent development services and also coaching for individuals. We specialise in professional roles at mid or senior level, Our core market comprises...2022-04-0413 min
The Merilyn Show288. The ShowOff Project - Fiona Nicholson, Transformational SpecialistToday I want you to meet the fabulous Fiona Nicholson. I LOVED this chat about the role of women, women in leadership and change on the planet.Fiona helps professional and business mums, students, and businesses transform, grow and succeed across all areas. Her coaching, consulting, educational services, and programs help unleash the power within so you get to live a life by design, regardless of age! Fiona was recognised as an Influential Leader in the Brainz 500 Global List in 2020 and 2021. Her mission as a Transformational Specialist is to change the world one woman, one business, one ch...2022-04-0138 min