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ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanListenIN special with DYW - Developing The Young Workforce North East.This week we have teamed up with the team from DYW North East where they have recruited 2 Kemnay academy pupils, Niah and Liam Who want to speak to Jim to find out a little bit more about about his career path...So tune in to this special podcast and for more info in how You and Your business could get involved with DYW North East then head to www.DYW.org.uk.We hope you enjoy. 2021-12-0718 min
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanListenIN Special with Guinness World Record Holder - Josh Quigley.From Suicide attempt to Smashing a Guinness World Record - Scottish Athlete Josh Quigley shares the story of his life so far.Phil and I were delighted that following his successful Guinness World Record Attempt Josh Quigley accepted our invitation to join us back in the vehicle he used as his Support Vehicle (our Camper Tribe Campervan) during his successful 2179 miles cycle in 7 days to smash out this incredible interview.And if you think that’s amazing then make sure you listen into this very insightful podcast as Josh shares hi...2021-11-1248 min
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 - Episode 12 - Rachel CombeToday we are delighted to welcome onto ListenIN Owner and founder of The Shed Health Club, Rachel Combe. We had great fun interviewing Rachel and learning about how she has gone from Receptionist at a local Gym to starting out on her own and how she over come the challenges as a new start up. Rachel had very little to no footfall coming to her studio at the start so she put a plan in action and it's paid dividends and now The Shed Health Club was awarded as Scotland's Independent health club of the year 2021 and h...2021-05-1951 min
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 - Episode 11 - Anthony HeardOur next guest is getting quite a name for himself in the Motor Industry not only by openly speaking his mind and standing up for the rights and values of the general public but for also taking on the Car Insurance giants. If you haven’t already followed him on LinkedIN I suggest you do. He is such a down to earth guy with a massive heart. Helping other’s is his main objective in life. This is definitely worth a listen in to just to hear the pure passion and drive...2021-05-051h 00
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 - Episode 10 - Jim ReidThat's right, we have reached episode number 10 and I decided to drag Jim into the office on his week off to share with us just some of his wisdom! Over 18 Years in business and taking the business to new heights despite the Pandemic. ListenIN as we Chat to Cohost Jim Reid Himself about how he has built a successful business and what his Key to success is! 2021-04-211h 03
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 - Episode 9 - Stuart McPheeAs you can imagine being the Chair & Spokesperson for the Aberdeen Hospitality Together group during this Covid Pandemic it took us a wee while to get Stuart McPhee onto the Podcast instead of in front of the BBC new camera or BBC radio microphone. This was a fantastically insightful and passionate interview helping us see and feel the pain that COVID has caused the hospitality industry and the challenges they still face today. So today’s guest is Stuart McPhee of Siberia Hotel and Bar in Aberdeen……..2021-04-141h 02
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 - Episode 8 - Findlay LeaskThis weeks guest is a very well known name and face in the local hospitality industry , someone we affectionately know simply as ‘Mr Coffee’ , Findlay Leask who is managing Director of Caber Coffee based in Aberdeen.Findlay shares his experience of how his family company has survived the Covid Pandemic and opens up about how important Mental Health is by talking us through his very own personal experience.This is a fantastic open and frank interview, so get the kettle on and grab yourself a coffee for this value packed hour long episode of ListenIN.2021-04-071h 02
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 - Episode 7 - Mechelle ClarkThe Covid Pandemic has changed everyone’s lives, but what if it was the reason that your business was forced to close for good?That’s exactly what happened to Mechelle Clark’s ‘Melt’ Grilled Cheese Restaurant & Takeway in August 2020 as Aberdeen City was forced by the Scottish Government to go into lockdown for a second time.Almost exactly a year after opening her dream Eatery after fighting tooth and nail to build it into one of Aberdeen’s most widely spoken about and recognised brands Mechelle had to put up the ‘CLOSED’ sign for the very last ti...2021-03-3154 min
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 - Episode 6 - Graham McWilliamIt’s not every day you get to interview a real leader who has helped guide a Social Enterprise with a Royal Warrant and a rich history dating back to 1843 from relying on Council Grants for survival to become a International Luxury Mattress supplier. Graham McWilliam is Director & Custodian of Glencraft Luxury Matteresses from right here in Aberdeen and he shares the story of his career journey from pupil at Northfield Academy , through an illustrious career in banking spanning some 38 years right up to today ……Regional Director of the Year 2020 for the second year in a row...2021-03-241h 05
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 - Episode 5 - Dr Kevin PollockAfter the last 12 months I don’t think there is anyone in the world that doesn’t know what a Pandemic is, however do we all know what the difference between a Epidemic and a Pandemic is? Well we thought who better to ask than Epidemiologist Dr Kevin Pollock. So ListenIN to our insightful interview with Kevin to find out the answer to this question along with a look into what drives Dr Pollock. No to be missed. Kevin's Blogs... http://munromadness.blogspot.com/ht...2021-03-1741 min
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 -Episode 4 - Mike DeeWe tried our best to get interviews with Desperate Dan, Oor Wullie and even Ma Broon but in the end had to settle for another famous character from D.C Thomson the lovely Mike Dee .Make sure you tune in as we hear about Mike’s career journey, how he views success & much much more about digital marketing & advertising!It’s thoroughly fascinating.2021-03-1039 min
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 - Episode 3 - Jacob SotirisWho moves from a perfectly safe job selling cars to the relatively unknow position as Digital Director for a Training Group at the beginning of an International Pandemic?Well that’s exactly what Jacob Sotiris did! Find out more about Jacob’s unusual journey from Support worker for young adults with Autism to Director at Calibre Group Solutions and find out what tips he has picked up during this path which has helped him in his career thus far.As a self proclaimed ‘optimist’ Jacob gives away some great tips and advice during his chat...2021-03-0337 min
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 - Episode 2 - Billy ThomsonWhen asked about the how his business pivoted during the Covid Pandemic his response was quick and clear ….“Zero profiteering , we would rather work on a very very slender margin and be a reputable vendor for people” , this is exactly why were delighted to invite one of the nicest people in business in the North East of Scotland , Billy Thomson of Thomson Partnerships.Make sure you tune in to find out why Billy is the go to person for anything ‘print’ in Inverurie and the surrounding Aberdeenshire area. A much loved character who manages to interweave his love of foo...2021-02-2427 minListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanBilly Thomson Teaser IntroHere is a very short clip of our most recent interview with local Celebrity Billy Thomson... Full episode will go live on Wednesday! 2021-02-2001 min
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanSeason 1 - Episode 1 - Neil WeightmanWe were absolutely delighted when Social Media, Video & Voiceover professional Neil Weightman of Weightman Digital agreed to be our very first guest on our ListenIN podcast and he didn’t disappoint. Listen to how Neil’s career journey has taken him from Radio Presenter to owner of his very own Digital Media and Video business and listen right to the end to find out Neil’s reaction when we ask him if ‘Video killed the Radio Star’. A fascinating interview sprinkled with some fantastic responses to our Quick Question round along with some brilliant wor...2021-02-1738 minListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanNeil Weightman Teaser Intro...Here is a short Intro to our 1st Guest out our Podcast2021-02-1500 minListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanListen In - Teaser.Listen In Teaser. 2021-02-1000 min
ListenIN with Jim Reid & Phil BuchanListen In - The introduction into our PodcastJoin Jim and Phil as the tell us why This is a MUST LISTEN to podcast. 2021-02-1008 min
Sentience Rocks!!S1 E4 - Are you on the bus or under it?In this episode we speak to Phil Buchan and Jim Reid of Jim Reid Vehicle Sales Ltd, about the impact of social media on their business, the opportunities it can bring as well as the threats of not using it...2020-01-1435 min