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2023-12-201h 00
Putting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Don’t reject anything | Matt Simms | The Phit Podcast | Series 2In the second part of this episode with Matt Simms of HTB Church, Gethyn and Mark discuss having the right people in your organization to plan for the future, making continual improvement the path, use everything as a learning opportunity and as Matt says... “Don’t reject anything”.
2022-07-2919 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Don’t wait for opportunities | The PHIT Podcast | Series 2 | Matt SimmsIn this episode Gethyn and Mark are chatting with Matt Simms of HTB Church. Even though we’d previously helped Matt with some training and SQL advice, we had no idea how broad an organization HTB is... doing many good things in interesting ways.
As Matt said...”Don’t wait for opportunities” and “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity”.
2022-07-2826 min
Putting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Ian Waring Simplify, Simplify, SimplifyIan Waring Simplify, Simplify, Simplify
In this episode Gethyn and Mark continue with Ian Waring, covering everything from simplifying (everything)... why Dynamics platform updates is like drinking from a fire hose and that its better to seek forgiveness than permission (sometimes!)
2022-05-3125 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Ian Waring - Be Curios - The PHIT PodcastIn this episode, Gethyn and Mark chat with Ian Waring, covering everything from growing a software business... the managers balance dilemma between engaging with one’s people versus letting them do their jobs... Good and bad work from home habits and... meeting Bill Gates!
If you’d like to listen to any of the others from Series 1 and Series 2 to date, you’ll find the links where you can listen and/or see them below. Once again, the questions we asked in this episode were (except where we, of course, veer off track!)
The Questions
1. ...
2022-05-2627 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Transformation done well will package work into chunks | PHIT Podcast | Jane Logie Part 2The PHIT Podcast made a return last week after a short break, we are now publishing the remaining episodes and this post has all the details for part of Jane Logie's interview.
It is full of useful pieces of information.
I particularly enjoyed Jane's views on delivering change and incremental improvements.
The Questions
1. Thinking about Digital Transformation. Do you think most organisations need to "transform" or is it more about "continual improvement"…and why?
2. Most organisations want to drive value from data/technology? How do you think t...
2022-03-3027 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Tinkering around the edges is not going to get there | PHIT Podcast | Jane LogieTinkering around the edges is not going to get there | PHIT Podcast | Jane Logie
The PHIT Podcast makes a return this week. Mark is joined by Jane Logie in what is a fascinating interview.
The Questions
1. Tell me a little about what you do, your business, job/role?
2. Thinking about the (people and/or technology impacts of the) last year, what lessons will you take forward and how do you see these being delivered?
3. Do you think users have grown in their confidence in usi...
2022-03-3024 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)It’s like Piranhas | This PHIT Podcast | Simon Ellis Part 2 | Digital TransformationIn this episode Mark continues with the excellent Simon Ellis covering everything from why digital transformation may be slightly dangerous... why taking any organization forwards is like dealing with Piranhas... why no leader in any organization ever has enough time, or money available...but it’s their job to find it... and why it’s best to be a middleman!
2022-02-0328 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Get up early, work hard, strike oil | PHIT Podcast | Simon EllisGet up early, work hard, strike oil | PHIT Podcast | Simon Ellis
For our next episode, Mark is in the chair all by himself talking to Simon Ellis.
A big thank you to Simon for being our guest, it was a very enjoyable watch for me.
The Key takeaways
The Plaudits shouldn’t just go to the people who score the goals - c6min
People doing the job know best what can make it better - c8min
Managers manage things, Leaders lead people - c8min+
It doesn't have to be all sharp...
2022-01-2535 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Find a mentor | Phit Podcast | Alistair SergeantFind a mentor | Phit Podcast | Alistair Sergeant
The second part of our interview with Alistair where he shares some fabulous insights into how certain industries and sectors deliver business and technical change.
We've called this episode "Find yourself a mentor" and you'll see why when Alistair answers the question "What's the best piece of career advice you have been given"
2022-01-1918 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Do what you love | PHIT Podcast | Alistair SergeantWelcome to our PHIT Podcast interview with Alistair Sergeant of Equantiis. Part 1 of Alistair’s interview will be the first PHIT podcast to be published in 2022. We had a great chat with Alistair who shared some of his experiences of running his business during lockdown and also how the pandemic
I would like to thank Alistair for joining us – the episode gets it title “Do what you love.” from Alistair’s answer to the last question about the best piece of career advice you have ever been given.
Alistair share some interesting insights into decision making pro...
2022-01-0418 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Don’t get chased down a path | Rob Dobell | PHIT PodcastDon’t get chased down a path | Rob Dobell | PHIT Podcast this is the second part of our interview with Rob Dobell, the Managing Director of Hart Square - It is also Christmas Eve Eve so why not have a listen as you, hopefully, are finishing off work for the year. It's a great interview
The Questions
1. Thinking about (Digital) Transformation…do you think most organisations need to "transform" or is it more about "continual improvement"…and why?
2. Most organisations want to drive value from data/technology? How do you think technology and people so...
2021-12-2216 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Helping Amazing Organisations Achieve Remarkable Things | Rob Dobell | PHIT PodcastHelping Amazing Organisations Achieve Remarkable Things | Rob Dobell | PHIT Podcast - This week's episode we speak to Rob Dobell of Hart Square consulting. This episode is hosted by Mark and Racheal. It's a great interview and well worth a listen. The Questions
1. Tell me a little about what you do, your business, job/role?
2. Thinking about the (people and/or technology impacts of the) last year, what lessons will you take forward and how do you see these being delivered?
3. Do you think users have grown in their confidence in using technology since lockd...
2021-12-2224 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Going Live is Just the Beginning | PHIT Podcast | Carl Grieves Part 2Going Live is Just the Beginning | PHIT Podcast | Carl Grieves Part 2 is this episode we continue the conversation with Carl Grieves of Silverbear and ClearCourse. Part 1 was very insight, and the second half is just as informative. Have a listen and let us know what you think Going Live is Just the Beginning: The Questions Thinking about (Digital) Transformation…do you think most organisations need to "transform" or is it more about "continual improvement"…and why? Most organisations want to drive value from data / technology? How do you think technology and people solutions should be weighted or balanced? What advic...
2021-12-1525 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Own the Customer | PHIT Podcast | Carl GrievesWelcome to the next episode of the PHIT Podcast. In this episode titled "Own the Customer" We talk with Carl Grieves
The Questions
Tell me a little about what you do, your business, job/role?
Thinking about the (people and/or technology impacts of the) last year, what lessons will you take forward and how do you see these being delivered?
Do you think users have grown in their confidence in using technology since lockdown?
What's the best piece of business and/or career advice you've been given?
2021-12-0731 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Gain the trust of the human first - Special Guest Jono AthertonThis is the second part of our interview with Jono Atherton. As part of Series Two of our Putting the Human into Technology (PHIT) podcast. We have called it "Gain the trust of the human first" We had a great time speaking with Jono you watch and listen here, let us know what you think
2021-12-0217 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Never turn an opportunity downWelcome to the first episode of Season two of the Putting the Human Into Technology podcast.
In the first episode, Mark is joined by Jono Atherton of Interfood. This is part one of two.
We were torn when naming this episode between its actual title and "I drank my way around the world"
Let us know if you think we should change the title?
The key takeaways are :
- I drank my way around the world
- If you can slice, put it in a...
2021-11-2413 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)The PHIT Podcast Summer SpecialWe are currently between seasons of the PHIT podcast. We will return in September with our regular format and guess interviews. Still, Mark and I decided to take a break from taking a break and record The PHIT Podcast Summer Special - we had a couple of special guests in the form of Joel Abbott and Steve Styles, and we chatted about all things Power Platform.
2021-08-1450 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Continous Improvement - Tim GolbournThis post is for Episode Eleven, Part Two, where we speak to Tim Golbourn. We had a great chat with Tim who was very happy to share his insight, not necessary from a technical perspective but as a finance director who often has IT responsibility.
2021-07-2927 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)The three most important things - Tim GolbournThe three most important things is the title of this week’s episode of the Putting the Human back into technology podcast. In episode eleven we speak with Tim Golborun, we’ve again broken the interview into two parts and will release each part separately. This is part one.
The Key Takeaways
The 3 most important things...
Its’ about clarity of purpose, customer service, people management
The lessons learned are just the height and importance of those core business skills and core business objectives
“Show me...”
Work the problem
Problems don't go away, they tend to get
2021-07-2223 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Digital Transformation or Continuous Improvement John Stenton - Part 2 John shares his thoughts on what data and technology can do to drive organisations forward.
He also shares some very good advice for people looking to start a career in IT and has a very interesting fact too.
2021-07-1621 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)It's all About Communication - John Stenton Part 1This week's Guest on "Putting the Human Back into Technology Podcast" is John Stenton, The Head of IT for Thrive Homes. John gives a very candid interview about how his organisation uses technology and the impact the last year has had on the people of the Thrive Homes.
We have split the interview into two parts, you will be able to catch up with part 2 later in the week. In this episode, John tells us it is all about communication.
2021-07-1414 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Talking about Value - David RichardsThis week we are talking about value with David Richards. Our show this week is the 9th episode of Putting the Human back into Technology. David's business is called Talk About Value. David's business is a consultancy that provides advice to businesses on how they can sell their services based on the value they offer and not on cost.
Being a business owner myself, I can fully appreciate that not every business wants or needs to compete on cost. You could argue that competing on just price is a race to the bottom. But, maybe, that is...
2021-07-0751 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Back to Basics - With special guest Edwin SarmientoThis week on the fit podcast we spoke to Edwin Sarmiento. Edwin, who lives in Canada is the first non-UK resident to guest on our show. I think he deserves special thanks too because not only did he make effort and come on as a guest and share his views and opinions with us. Due to my inability to manage diaries, Edwin was happy for us to interview him at 10 am British Summer Time(BST). This was the only time I could do that week! Which, if you are not good at time zone maths, is five hours in fr...
2021-07-0137 min
Putting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Ben Morris - You don't need a degree to work in ITThis week on Episode 7 of Putting the Human back into technology podcast we speak with Ben Morris, the Head of Information Technology for the National Residential Landlord Association.
We know that landlords, along with many other groups in society have found it tough during the last year or so and it was interesting to chat with Ben to understand how the NRLA were able to help and support their members during this time.
2021-06-1938 min
Putting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Putting the Human Back Into Technology - "Every Day's a learning day!" - with Simon Grosse and Liz RogersSome of the Key Takeaways for us are
When you live in your values, the advice is, pick an organisation where you can actually live those.
People don't come to work to do a rubbish job.
People come to work to be able to thrive and gain experience, opportunities to develop. When you create that sort of environment, the power of that is, is just amazing.
The culture is our strategy for sustainable growth
The things that I'm most worried about at the moment is the long tail that's gone with people's well being, mental health, and the...
2021-06-1549 min
Putting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Putting the Human Back into Technology "The Microsoft Build Edition"This week's Putting the Human Into Technology - Microsoft Build edition, we don't have a special guest. So instead, mark and I discuss some of the announcements that came out at the Microsoft Build conference a couple of weeks back.
You can read the blog post over on gethynellis.com
2021-06-0612 min
Putting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Putting the Human Back Into Technology with Ben Kite - "I’ve got a brand new car!"Joining us on this week's episode of the PHIT Podcast, we are putting the human back into technology and talking to Learning Tree's managing Director Ben Kite. Learning Tree is a Microsoft Gold training partner and Learning Tree are a global organisation, Ben heads up the UK and EMEA arm of Learning Tree.
You will need to read to the end or listen to the end of the podcast to understand the cryptic joke in the title above, I don't want to give it away it but it involves a new car, seats and family members.
2021-05-3146 minPutting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)The PHIT Podcast with Dave Rawle "The Chief Meddler"For episode three of the Putting the Human Back into Technology (PHIT) podcast, we spoke with Bytes Chief Technology Officer Dave Rawle. Bytes are one of, if not the largest reseller of software licenses in the UK, but there is much more to them than "Just licenses" We spoke to Dave about how his role fits into the wider business and how his teams strive to deliver value for Bytes.
2021-05-2451 min
Putting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Putting the Human Back into Technology "The Sports Coach" With Simon JonesIn this episode, we interview Simon Jones, who describes himself as "an ex-professional tennis player, who loved coaching and gravitated into focusing on high performing potential talent, coaching some of the top 100 players in the world, including winners of European and British junior titles”.
After 31 years he left and now is a private consultant.
“My balls got bigger, and I moved into Football!”.
I’m currently the Premier League’s coaching advisor, I help Chelsea Academy and Chelsea Women’s plus individual clients in other football c...
2021-05-1747 min
Putting the human into technology (PHIT Podcast)Putting the Human Into Technology - With Special Guest Mark Williams"Putting the Human back into Technology" is a Podcast where I (Gethyn Ellis) speak with IT leaders, business decisions makers and other interesting people making use of technology to drive their businesses. I ask my guests thoughts on the industry and how they approach best helping their teams.
2021-05-0842 min
Geeks on Screens with CoffeeGeeks on Screens with Coffee with Gethyn Ellis (@gethyn_ellis) #DataWeekenderGeeks on Screens with Coffee Episode 13 - Oww Gethyn Ellis. He's a bit a dish, isn't he?
Look who I bumped into at the water cooler/tea room/corridor?
It's only Gethyn Ellis , with his welsh charm.
I make Gethyn talk about the virtual conference he is organizing, but without mentioning the name!!!!!
Mumumhahah - Yes, its cruel, but its just how I am made.
Gethyn talks about how he and a team of people set out to organise and put on a popup conference in 30 days. Bloody Mental...
2020-04-2944 min