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Soft Skills for Leaders with Lisa EvansFuture Fit Leaders with Gihan PereraMy guest on this Soft Skills for Leaders Podcast episode is Gihan Perera. We chat about the essential topic of how leaders can lead in today's workplace and be ready for the uncertainty of the future. Leaders can adapt by bringing the best from the past and to the future and learning new ways of working and leading. Talking Points The meaning of being fit for the future. The new challenges facing leaders post-pandemic in the period of crisis management and growth. The similarities between disruption and innovation. The f...2023-02-2732 min
My Warm Table ... with SoniaAre you future ready? Trends to watch with Futurist Gihan PereraPerth based, and internationally renowned business futurist Gihan Perera takes us on a trip to the future.Global business magazine Forbes, rates Gihan as the number 5 social media influencer in the world in his area of expertise – and he is Australia’s number one business futures influencer. Gihan urges us to listen to and amplify the voices and experiences of young people and shares many of the futuristic insights he talks to when he’s on the global conference stage. We’ll take a trip back to his own childhood warm table and the ideas...2022-11-0751 min
Un-Conventionally SpeakingGetting Future Ready In A Fast-Changing World With Gihan PereraWhat does the future hold? No one can be sure, but it's certain that change is happening faster than ever before. Rapid advances in technology and global interconnectedness result in unprecedented economic, social, and political shifts. To navigate these changes and prepare for whatever the future may bring, we need to understand the underlying trends driving them. In this episode, Warwick Merry talks with Gihan Perera, a futurist, online presenter, conference speaker, and author who gives you a glimpse into what’s ahead. He is also the author of “The Future of Leadership,” “Disruption By Design,” “Disrupted,” and ten other books...2022-03-0937 min
Fit For the FutureThe Top Four Business Challenges for 2022We've had yet another year of massive change and disruption in all areas of our society. What will we face in the year ahead? KPMG's annual "Keeping Us Up at Night" survey identifies what senior leaders say will be their biggest challenges in 2022. In this session, understand the top four challenges and identify how to address them in your organisation.Download the KPMG report here:https://home.kpmg/au/en/home/insights/2022/01/issues-facing-australian-leaders-2022-outlook.htmlMore about working with Gihan:https://gihanperera.com Hosted on...2022-02-2339 min
Sentral StationGihan Perera helps you build high-performance teamsGihan Perera is a leadership and business futurist and has worked with organisations and leaders in Australia and internationally, for over 25 years. He's also just released his new book "Disrupted: Leading the change through crisis, recovery and growth" Gihan will be presenting at the 2021 Western Australian Secondary School Executives Association Conference on the challenging topics of leadership and high-performance teams. Always relevant, and maybe now more than ever as the world deals with all manner of crises. In fact, according to Gihan, a crisis doesn't create leaders - it amplifies them.
For more information about Gihan Perera, visit https://gihanperera...2021-07-1228 min
My Livelihood PodcastEpisode 11 - My Livelihood with Gihan PereraOn this episode of the My Livelihood Podcast, we talk with Gihan Perera.
Gihan is a futurist, conference speaker, author and consultant who gives you a glimpse into what’s ahead – and shows you how to become fit for the future, in your professional and personal life. Since 1997, he has worked with business leaders, thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and other change agents – helping them with their strategy for thriving in a fast-changing world.
He has clients throughout Australia, as well as in New Zealand, South Africa, the United Kingdom, Singapore, the USA and Canada...2020-08-111h 11
Business Leader BreakthroughsEP 39 - Gihan Perera on Futurism, Artificial Intelligence, and DiversityIn this podcast episode, Ryan has the pleasure of talking with Gihan Perera, who is an author, conference speaker and consultant. As a futurist, Gihan researches trends that will impact the future of work and brings these insights to audiences in a relevant way. Gihan talks about one of the biggest trends at the moment, artificial intelligence, and explains how it is already everywhere in our lives, how it helps us do our jobs better, and how it will continue to evolve. He also discusses digital disruption and the challenges around it, skills leaders of today need t...2020-03-2437 min
Synergen Leadership PodcastGihan Perera - Author of Disruption by DesignGihan Perera is the author of Disruption by Design – Leading Change in a Fast Changing World. Gihan is a futurist, conference speaker, author and consultant who gives business leaders a glimpse into what's ahead - and how they can become fit for the future. Since 1997, he has worked with leading thought leaders, change agents, business leaders and entrepreneurs, helping them with their strategy for thriving in a fast-changing world. Forbes magazine rated him the #5 Social Media Influencer in the world (and #1 in Australia) in his area of expertise. Gihan has always ta...2019-10-2159 min
Talent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraExpressing Gratitude in Distributed TeamsHow do you express gratitude to your remote team members, in a way that's appropriate, meaningful, and inclusive? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2018-05-1100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraOn the HorizonAs we start a new year, we explore three emerging technologies that are fast-becoming mainstream, and will affect the way distributed teams work in the near future. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2018-01-1800 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraPersonal User Manuals for Distributed TeamsPeople relate to each other in different ways, and in-office team members quickly learn each other's styles. That's not so easy in a distributed team, where team members are more remote, communicate mainly using technology, and have more diverse cultural backgrounds. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-11-0700 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraBuild Their Judgement Part 3The best leaders share their wisdom and experience with their team members, to build their judgement and give them greater power, responsibility and authority. Traditionally, this has been done in person, so this needs new skills for working with distributed teams. In this third episode of this three-part series, we talk about "opening the door" - that is, giving them the chance to speak up and be heard, inside and outside the organisation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-08-1600 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraBuild Their Judgement - Part 2The best leaders share their wisdom and experience with their team members, to build their judgement and give them greater power, responsibility and authority. Traditionally, this has been done in person, so this needs new skills for working with distributed teams. In this second episode of this three-part series, we talk about "raising the roof" - that is, exposing them to higher roles, so they can see the bigger picture beyond their regular work. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-07-2700 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraBuild Their Judgement - Part 1The best leaders share their wisdom and experience with their team members, to build their judgement and give them greater power, responsibility and authority. Traditionally, this has been done in person, so this needs new skills for working with distributed teams.In this first part of our three-part series, we'll talk about "breaking down the walls" for your team members, so you help them understand how their role fits with the rest of the team, organisation, and the outside world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-06-1300 min
Jane Anderson Show PodcastEpisode 9 - Gihan Perera: Thought leader, Futurist and the Internet Changing the WorldEpisode 9 - Gihan Perera: Thought leader, Futurist and the Internet Changing the World I have a great conversation here with Gihan Perera about leveraging your thought leadership and how the internet has changed the world. Gihan is considered by Forbes as in the top 5 influences in the world in his field. He is a futurist and leader in helping companies use the internet which he has been using since 1987!! He was also one of the first people in Australia to have a web design business. “..create a practice not a business”- Gihan Perera – TWEET Gi...2017-06-0128 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraDesign Thinking for Distributed TeamsEmployee engagement is an important factor in the workplace, because an engaged workforce is a motivated workforce, and a motivated workforce is more productive. How do you design the ideal workplace in a distributed team? Ask your in-office workers and remote workers for help, and you'll be surprised by the depth and breadth of their ideas. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-04-1900 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraContinuous Improvement in Distributed TeamsAs a leader, you know the importance of constant, consistent, ongoing improvement in your systems, processes, and operations. You might be engaging your in-person team members in this continuous improvement, but are you fully involving your remote team members as well? They bring more diversity, offer novel insights, and fast-track your growth and evolution. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-03-3000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraManaging Conflict in Distributed Teams - Part TwoConflicts are inevitable in any workplace, but can be particularly challenging in distributed teams. In the first episode of this two-part topic, we looked at how to prevent conflicts. But conflict is inevitable, so let's look at how to address and resolve it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-02-1500 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraManaging Conflict in Distributed TeamsConflicts are inevitable in any workplace, but can be particularly challenging in distributed teams, where team members don't work in the same office. As a leader, it's important to understand these differences, so you can prevent conflicts before they occur if possible, and address them promptly when they do occur. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2017-01-3100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraCollaborative OverloadWe now have so many ways to collaborate - faster, more efficiently, and with more people. But is collaboration always such a good thing? Too much of it can lead to collaborative overload, which stifles decision-making, puts pressure on key people in your team, and defeats the purpose of having a smart, diverse, team. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2016-11-1700 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraHow to Connect Out-Of-Office Workers In PersonWe talk a lot about how to make out of office work effective. But there are still benefits to meeting in person - even if it only happens occasionally. In this episode, we look at various scenarios for in-person meetings, as well as their pros and cons. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2016-09-2800 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFuture Trends For Out of Office WorkToday we’ll discuss some recent technology developments that are significant for the future of work in general, and out-of-office work in particular See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2016-08-2600 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan Perera25 Reasons to Let Your Employees Work Out Of OfficeIf you're a leader or manager wondering whether to allow some of your team to work away from the office, we'll give you 25 reasons why it might be the right thing to do - for you, them, and your future success. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2016-07-2100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraProfessional Development for Distributed TeamsMembers of distributed teams value and expect opportunities for professional development just as much as in-office team members. As a leader or manager, you might need to be proactive and innovative to find ways to help accelerate the experience curve for your distributed team members. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2016-06-1700 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraManaging External ExpertsExternal workers (freelancers, contractors, consultants, gigsters) make up an increasing proportion of the workforce. Leading external workers presents both challenges and opportunities, and it's a leadership skill that will be increasingly valuable in our future. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2016-04-1500 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraGlobal Teams At WorkIn an increasingly connected world, it's important for leaders to understand the special dynamics of global teams, so they can reduce the perceived distance, manage time differences, and embrace diversity across cultures. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2016-03-0100 minFit For the FutureThe Fit For the Future BlabAre you fit for the future? Join Gihan Perera, Ian Berry, Alicia Curtis and Jenny Brockis in this blab as we discuss the key principles you need as a leader to be fit for the future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-02-0236 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraA Day in the Life of an Out Of Office WorkerWhat will work look like in the near future? In this episode, we walk through a typical workday of a future Out of Office worker. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2016-01-2600 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraThe Workplace of the FutureFor the last 200 years, the office with a permanent staff has been the default work environment of the knowledge worker. But it wasn’t in the past, and it’s not necessarily the best for the future. What would the workplace look like if offices weren't an option? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-11-2600 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraHow to Innovate with Distributed TeamsThere's a common belief that innovation and synergy are weaker in distributed teams, because people don't bump into each other to spark great ideas. However, that's not necessarily true. It is possible, as long as you overcome the natural "out of sight, out of mind" bias against your remote workers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-10-2300 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraOut of Office WorkspacesWorking from home is the most common method of working away from an office, but it’s not the only option. In this episode, we consider four different workspaces for Out of Office workers: the home office, public places like cafes and clubs, co-working spaces, and on the road. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-08-2500 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraNew Tools for Out of Office WorkersIf you're working in a distributed team, you might already know about common tools and apps, such as Dropbox, Evernote, iCloud, GoToMeeting, Google Hangouts, Skype, Buffer, and Hootsuite. These are all wonderful tools, but there are also a whole host of other tools available. We're going to share some of them today. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-07-2100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFour Key Workplace Trends That Influence Out of Office WorkThere's no doubt telecommuting has increased, and that's just one part of the changing workplace. Faxes, paper, fixed working hours, desktop computers, landline phones, and LANs are still around, but they are gradually being overtaken by electronic documents, the Cloud, flexible working hours, laptops, smartphone, and WiFi. In this episode we look at four key workplace trends, and how they affect Out of Office workers and their leaders. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-06-1800 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraCreating Connected Distributed TeamsOften, people in distributed teams don't have the same personal connections with remote team members as they have with people in the same office. This is natural, of course, but can be overcome. Creating better personal connections leads to more rewarding work, better collaboration, and higher productivity.. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-05-2100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraOur Out of Office StoriesGihan and Chris have 30+ combined years of experience working Out of Office. In this episode, they share their journeys, including successes and failures along the way. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-04-3000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraTransitioning To Out Of Office WorkOne of the biggest challenges to Out of Office work happens right at the start, when you're making the transition to it. Learn how to manage yourself, your manager and your colleagues to make the transition smoother and more productive. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-03-1900 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan Perera7 Out Of Office Resolutions For The Coming YearBe more effective this year with the Pomodoro Technique, 90-day projects, removing distractions, getting to Inbox Zero, using the Cloud and building your profile. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-01-2200 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraNine Things Successful People Do DifferentlyThe old way of setting goals is to sit down every January and set your goals for the next 12 months. But that doesn't work anymore because the world is changing so fast. This means goals quickly become irrelevant and it's too easy to get sidetracked by other priorities. So, instead of setting 12-month goals, do 3-month or 90-day goals. This episode is based on a little book by Dr. Heidi Grant Halvorson about how to set and achieve goals. 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The Mojo Radio ShowThe Mojo Radio Show - EP 9 - Gihan PereraGihan Perera is a web and technology expert. Named one of The Top 10 Social Media Influencers in Book Publishing by Forbes Magazine in 2012, he is CEO of one of the first ever web design companies in Australia. In this fascinating chat we discuss social media, thought leadership online, how to create an amazing web site, and the secrets to web influence. A cricket fan, Gihan provides loads of useable practical tips and tools for maximising web strategies. Make your web presence rockStaying on top of technology and informationThe three levels of curating information t...2014-11-3048 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraSwitched OffOut of Office workers are used to being connected and online most of the time. But there might be times when you want to "switch off" and be offline for an extended period. In this episode, we look at how to prepare for it, do it, and follow up effectively. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-11-2000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan Perera5 Myths About Leading Distributed TeamsMany managers admit they don’t know how to manage and lead virtual teams effectively — particularly when it comes to trust, communication, managing deadlines, and achieving consensus in decision-making. In this episode, we address five common myths and offer suggestions and advice for how managers and leaders can overcome them. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-09-2800 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraThree Other Out of Office BooksAs the Out of Office trend continues, more authors have been writing about this lifestyle. In this episode, we review three other books in this area and compare them to our book. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-08-2700 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraCloud Computing For Out of Office CollaborationDespite the explosive growth of cloud computing, few organisations are using it effectively for collaboration, especially with their Out of Office workers. In this episode, we share some practical tools to foster online collaboration. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-07-3000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraThe Daily Routines of Out-Of-Office GeniusesIn this episode, we look at the daily working lives of great artists, writers, philosophers, and other geniuses - and apply them to Out of Office work. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-06-1100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraHow Out of Office Workers Can Become Great ManagersOut of Office workers who aspire to management roles must work harder than their in-office colleagues to convince management they’re suitable for such roles. In this episode, we look at five skills the Gallup organisation identified for great managers, and show you how to demonstrate them as an Out of Office worker. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-05-0800 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraPersonal Success for Out of Office WorkersThe Out of Office work style allows you to blend personal and professional success. In this episode, we give you some ideas for how to maximise this opportunity. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-04-1600 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraOur Productivity PlatformThere are lots of productivity tools, and in this episode we share our personal favourites. Everybody is different, so you'll have to discover what works best for you. But we hope that by seeing what we use, you'll be able to adapt them for your own productivity needs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-03-1300 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraCreating the Best Out of Office Workplace on EarthThe workplace - and what employees want from it - has changed over the years. We look at six factors from a Harvard Business Review report of the best workplace on Earth, and apply them to Out of Office work. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-02-1300 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraOut of Office Goals for 2014It's the beginning of the year, when people often make new year's resolutions, set goals or plan for the coming year. So, we're dedicating this podcast to suggesting a few goals or resolutions you might like to include in your plans for your Out of Office work style in 2014. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2014-01-1600 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraOut of Office Trends for 2014Let's look ahead to 2014, and see how trends in technology, society and the economy are affecting Out of Office work. In most cases, they are making this work easier, which is good news for employers, employees and entrepreneurs alike. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2013-12-1200 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraOut of Office - VideoconferencingVideoconferencing has come of age, and it's now a feasible, attractive and sometimes even preferable option for bringing people together. Let's look at the pros and cons, tools and principles for making it work. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2013-11-1900 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraOut of Office - Benefits for EmployersMost of our discussion on this podcast has been about telecommuting from an employee2019s viewpoint. But today we2019re going to change our perspective, and consider it from the employer2019s point of view. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2013-10-1700 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraBYOD: Bring Your Own Device/DisasterAs personal mobile devices continue to grow in popularity, organisations are grappling with the issue of how to allow employees to use them in the workplace. The Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) debate continues to rage. In this episode we present pros and cons, and then look at 10 principles for facilitating BYOD in your workplace. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2013-08-2200 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraHead in the CloudsPreviously, we2019ve talked about the principles of Cloud Computing. Now let2019s look at some of the Cloud-based tools we use. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2013-07-2500 minFit For the FutureWhat WorksRoss Clennett talks about the changing world of work, employment, and the search for talent. Chris Pudney then interviews Gihan about outsourcing - pros, cons, and how to do it effectively. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2013-07-021h 00Talent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan Perera25 Tips in 25 MinutesIn this podcast, we share 25 simple but effective tips for improving your Out of Office work style - in the areas of productivity, e-mail, reducing interruptions, flexibility, and online meetings. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2013-06-2800 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraMOOCs and E-LearningThere's a growing trend towards online learning. In this episode, Chris shares his experience with doing an online course using popular course provider Coursera. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2013-04-2500 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraThe Out of Office ControversyLast month, Yahoo's CEO Marissa Mayer made a ruling that all Yahoo staff need to be physically in the office - in other words, no more Out of Office work. The decision sparked off discussion, debate and arguments, both in the tech media and in mainstream media as well. Now that the dust is settling, we'll discuss some of the issues around this - including productivity, convenience, comfort and collaboration. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2013-03-2800 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraOut of Office - Let's Take This OfflineMany online services help you to create new offline relationships and strengthen your existing relationships. In this episode, we explore a range of online tools that help you enrich your offline connections. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2013-02-2000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraPersonal BrandingWhether we're employees or business owners, it's more important than ever before for us to create our personal brand. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2013-01-2400 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraOur Predictions for 2010Chris and Gihan make 10 predictions about what's coming up in the next 12 months in Internet technology and use. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2010-01-1400 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraNews Media or New Media?Will the Internet kill journalism? It's not the first time the question has been asked, but it's become particularly relevant now. Join Chris and Gihan as they go head-to-head on this issue in our first Focal Point debate. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2009-10-1900 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraWe Love GoogleGoogle is the world's most popular search engine. But there's a lot more to Google than just searching. In this episode, Chris and Gihan share their top 10 Google tools. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2009-08-2100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraThe Internet Road WarriorHow easy is it to travel away from home and still do "business as usual"? Gihan did this in June with a month in Prague. Find out how he used the Internet to make it work. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2009-07-1000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraTechnology FlopsChris and Gihan review a list of technologies that promised big things, but failed to deliver on those promises. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2009-06-1100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraAll A TwitterTwitter is the latest Internet craze, but not everybody's convinced it's worthwhile - especially in your professional life. Join Gihan and Chris as they explain what it is, how it works and how to get the most out of it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2009-05-2900 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraThe Digital Economy - Are They Serious?The Australian Government and the new USA White House administration have both launched initiatives claiming to get in touch with their citizens via the Internet. But are they serious, or is it just window dressing for political purposes? Gihan and Chris discuss the pros and cons of the two governments' approaches so far. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2009-02-0400 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraPredictions for 2009Microblogging, crowdsourcing and online gaming - just three of the ten fearless predictions Gihan Perera and Chris Pudney make for 2009. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2009-01-1600 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraWill Australia Censor the Internet (even more)?The Australian Government is considering a controversial proposal to (further) censor the Internet for Australian Internet users. It's controversial because it's unworkable, ineffective and likely to cause more problems than it solves. Find out more about the issue as Chris and Gihan discuss both the technology and the politics behind the proposal. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-11-2000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraThink LocalAny time you use the Internet, you have to remember we live in an international community. Some Web sites cater for international users; others don't. In this podcast, Chris and Gihan talk about internationalisation (or should that be internationalization) on the Internet, and what you have to know to enhance your on-line experience. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-11-0400 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraContributing to Online ForumsIt's in your best interests - as well as the interests of the group - to participate actively in online forums related to your expertise. Gihan and Chris discuss the do's and don'ts of taking part in on-line discussion groups. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-10-2000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraTapping Into Online ForumsOnline forums can be a rich source of knowledge and expertise. In this podcast, Chris and Gihan discuss the benefits of forums, how to find them and how to evaluate the advice you get from forum members. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-09-1800 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraPhone a Friend - or Ask the AudienceIn school, it's generally called cheating; but after school, it's allowed - and extremely valuable - to ask experts for advice. Chris and Gihan discuss how to tap into individual and collective expertise on-line. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-09-0500 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraComparison Shopping OnlineOne of the reasons that Internet business is booming is because of sophisticated online shopping comparison Web sites, that help consumers find the best bargains. In this issue, Chris and Gihan talk about the pros and cons of using these shopping comparison sites. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-08-2100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFree Phone Calls - Skype and VoIPSince its debut in 2002, Skype has changed the face of the Internet and the telephone system. But there's more to Skype than just free phone calls. Chris Pudney and Gihan Perera explore some of the other features - and even the dangers - of Skype and other Internet telephone technology. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-08-0700 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFind Your MarketHow do you find profitable, responsive markets on the Internet? Most experts over-estimate their knowledge of what their customers want. In this episode, Chris and Gihan talk about simple, practical market research you can do before you invest time in new products and services. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-07-2400 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraThink Before You WriteIt's easy to type and send a quick e-mail message without putting much thought into it. But have you considered that everything you e-mail may be recorded and used in evidence against you. In this podcast, Chris and Gihan talk about the importance of thinking carefully before starting to write, let alone before you press Send! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-06-1200 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraThe Wisdom of CrowdsInternet communities can be valuable sources of insight, ideas and information. Gihan and Chris discuss how to make the use of the "wisdom of crowds" in making better decisions, choosing providers and discovering new and interesting opportunities. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-05-1500 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFocal Point - Always OnHow do you manage your time and maintain your sanity in today's "Always on, always connected" world? Gihan and Chris talk about three broad principles that you can apply to your own unique circumstances. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-05-0100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFocal Point - Back to the FutureOne of our friends, Kathleen Franklyn, just gave birth to a baby girl, Isobel Ann. What will the Internet look like when Isobel turns 21? Gihan and Chris discuss the future of the Internet by looking at the past, turning the clock back 21 years to when they first started using the Internet. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-04-1600 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFocal Point - The E-Mail TaxOne suggestion to combat the scourge of junk e-mail is to charge a small fee on every e-mail sent. The United States Congress will pass this into law from 1st July 2008, but the rest of the world is up in arms at the prospect. What are the facts, or is this just a cruel April Fool's joke? Join Chris and Gihan as they discuss the pros and cons of this controversial proposal. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-04-0100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraThink For YourselfHow do you evaluate information on the Internet with a more critical and skeptical mind? Gihan and Chris share some principles for sharpening your thinking, especially when looking at other people's claims on the Internet. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-03-2000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFocal Point - Creating AuthorityYou might be an authority in some area of expertise, but how do you SHOW that authority on-line, especially when you're competing with so much rubbish out there? In this episode, Chris and Gihan talk about how to create authority on the Internet. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-03-0600 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraIt Must Be True - I Saw It On The InternetWith so much information available on the Internet, how do you assess whether something you see is authoritative, credible or even just plain true? Chris and Gihan discuss one rule of thumb that will get you 80% of the way there, and then suggest how to dig deeper to be even surer. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-02-2100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFocal Point - Election Follow-UpIn November 2007, Gihan and Chris talked about their hopes and expectations for political parties to use the Internet effectively in the Australian Federal Election. In this podcast, we follow up with our verdict on who performed well, and how we can all learn from it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-02-0700 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraCopyright and CopyleftChris Pudney and Gihan Perera discuss the do's and don'ts of copyright of digital content on the Internet - including music, videos, e-books, graphics and software copyright. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-01-2400 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraInternet Predictions for 2008What will the new year bring on the Internet? Chris Pudney and Gihan Perera review some tech predictions from 2007, and make their own forecasts about what's coming in 2008. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2008-01-1000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFocal Point - Shopping SecurityInternet retail sales will be at their biggest this Christmas season. Do you know how to shop safely on-line? Chris and Gihan discuss the facts, fears and fiction about on-line shopping, so you can shop safely and securely all year round. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2007-12-2000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraSocial NetworkingHave you tapped into the social networking buzz, with LinkedIn, Facebook and mySpace? Chris Pudney and Gihan Perera help you understand these popular social networking services, and how to tap into them in your personal and professional life. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2007-12-0600 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraThe Australian Federal Election and the InternetIn Australia, a Federal election is just around the corner - perhapsthe first in Australia where a mature Internet might have an influenceon the result. Chris Pudney and Gihan Perera talk about the lead-up tothe election, and rate the major political parties on their use of theInternet during the campaign. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2007-11-2200 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFocal Point - Social BookmarkingYou've got a Web site or a blog, but is it getting "dugg"? And is it "del.icio.us"? These are just two of the services promoting "social bookmarking". Listen to Chris Pudney and Gihan Perera discuss this important new trend on the Web, and learn how to use it to improve your Internet research skills and your business position on-line. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2007-10-1100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFocal Point - Information FeedsIf you're suffering from information overload, that's good! Your clients and customers expect you to take information, filter it, and present it in relevant, meaningful ways for them. But how do you do this without collapsing under the weight of all that information? Chris and Gihan talk about ways to gather and process relevant information easily, while ignoring the mass of irrelevant junk on the Internet. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2007-09-2000 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFocal Point - WikipediaWikipedia, the world's free on-line encyclopedia, is a success story in the power of Web 2.0: Community collaboration to build a free resource to serve the Internet community in return. Gihan and Chris talk about the site, the concept and the ways you can take part in the Wikipedia experience. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2007-08-2300 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraWhat is Web 2.0?Just what is Web 2.0 - the phenomenon sweeping the Internet? Chris and Gihan give you the big picture overview - explaining the principles of Web 2.0 and how to change your thinking to take advantage of it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2007-06-0700 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraFocal Point - Flickr.comLearn how to use Flickr.com, one of the world's leading photo-sharing sites, in your personal and professional life. Chris and Gihan share tips about loading photos, making them accessible to others, and managing copyright issues. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2007-05-2100 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraGoogle, Privacy and YouAre you a private person? Really - are you sure? The Internet makes it so much easier for people to find out about you, your lifestyle and your habits. Chris and Gihan talk about how you could be exposing yourself (so to speak!) to a world-wide Internet audience. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2007-05-0300 minTalent Everywhere - with Chris Pudney and Gihan PereraBe An AffiliateEven if you don't have your own products to sell, you can become an "affiliate" to sell other people's products. Chris and Gihan talk about the pros and cons of affiliate marketing. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2007-04-1200 min