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Robson Laidler - Business StuffHow to Approach Health & Safety in Business | Ep. 122 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to the CEO of We Do Group, Alasdair Ross, about health and safety in the workplace and what you can do to develop a culture of health and safety within your team.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The responsibility employers and employees have over health and safety
- How to develop a health and safety culture
- Why policies and pieces of paper aren’t enough to prevent risk
- Why you can’t fully eliminate all health and safety risk
- What businesses commonly get wron...
2024-12-1727 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffUsing Data as a Source of Strategic Intelligence for Your Business | Ep. 121 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Paul Watson from the National Innovation Centre for Data about how businesses can harness the power of data. Paul shares practical insights into transforming raw data into valuable business intelligence and strategic planning.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The role of data in making informed business decisions.
- The impact of data on long-term business sustainability.
- Practical tips for integrating data strategies into business operations.
- Insights on overcoming data-related challenges.
2024-12-1027 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow to Align Your Marketing and Corporate Sustainability Strategies | Ep. 120 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to marketing consultant, Jo long, about marketing, sustainability practices, and how the two integrate.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How to integrate sustainability into your marketing strategy
- The role of transparency in building consumer trust
- Navigating the challenges of greenwashing in marketing
- How to effectively showcase your sustainability efforts
- Consistency and patience marketing
- The impact of sustainability on customer loyalty and retention
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2024-12-0328 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffMastering Mindset & Resilience in Business | Ep. 119 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Chris Garvey from CG Joinery and Building about his personal mindset and resilience journey and why these areas of your character are so important in business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How to develop ‘calluses on your mind’
- The importance of seeking out comfort zone stretching experiences
- How to eliminate fear and worry over a situation
- How to turn failure into resilience
- Why mindset and resilience is e...
2024-11-2627 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffLearning Business Through Comedy | Cal Halbert's Business Journey | Ep. 118 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to entertainer Cal Halbert about his personal journey in the entertainment industry, as well as the business lessons learnt along the way.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The links between writing a joke and an effective elevator pitch
- Cal’s personal journey from sleeping on train station floors to becoming an entertainer
- The power of storytelling in marketing
- Using stories to simplify complex ideas and connect with clients
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2024-11-191h 16Robson Laidler - Business StuffHow Prioritising Mental Health Improves Business Performance | Ep. 117 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Dr. Jennifer Cottam from Talk Works about the importance of mental health for business owners and their teams.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
• How mental health affects business owners and leaders
• The importance of prioritising mental health in the workplace
• Why business owners need to prioritise their own mental health
• Strategies for supporting employee wellbeing
• How improved mental health can boost productivity and engagement
• And more …
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On WisdomShaping Reality and Relationships: The Science of Connection and Expectation (with David Robson)Can our expectations about ourselves and others reshape our lives? Science writer David Robson returns to explore how our expectations don’t just change personal outcomes—they influence how we connect with others. Drawing from his books The Laws of Connection and The Expectation Effect, David reveals the hidden psychology behind social interactions and how our misconceptions about what others think can hold us back. Igor delves into how expectations can foster or hinder meaningful relationships, David explains how small mindset shifts can help overcome social anxiety, and Charles reflects on why connecting with strangers can be easier (and more...
2024-09-2449 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffBuilding a Profitable Business Using Sustainable Practices | Ep. 116 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Quorum Park’s Sustainability & Community Director, Laura McGrath, about the easy ways you can improve your business’s sustainability and ESG impact.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Why you need to prepare now for future expectations around supply chain sustainability
- How small businesses can easily improve their ESG impact
- How to get your team onboard with ESG
- What is ‘greenwashing’ and ‘greenwishing’ and how to avoid it
- How to avo...
2024-05-0728 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffFrom Bankrupt to a 7 Figure Business - Sarah Pittendrigh’s Journey | Ep. 115 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to business coach and entrepreneur Sarah Pittendrigh about her business journey and approach to overcoming personal setbacks.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How Sarah went from bankruptcy to a 7 figure multi-award winning entrepreneur
- The significance of purpose and mindset when facing adversity
- How to overcome your limiting beliefs
- How to delegate to free up your personal and professional life
- And more …
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2024-04-3027 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffThe Secrets of Effective Networking | Ep. 114 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to executive director of BNI Northumbria, Alasdair Ross, about the secrets of effective networking.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How Alasdair was able to hold a 15-minute conversation with Richard Branson
- Methods to help you maximise any networking opportunity
- Common mistakes when it comes to business relationship building
- How to utilise an event delegates list
- And more …
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2024-04-2327 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow Technology Is Ruling Your Life | Ep. 113 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to the creator of Tech Rules®, Alexander Bell, about how technology is ruling your life and how to improve your relationship with technology.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Why Alexander posted his own phone in the mail back to himself
- How to stop technology from robbing your productivity
- Why you should never work with your email inbox open
- How to prioritise real human interaction in a tech driven world
2024-04-1628 minRobson Laidler - Business Stuff‘Gamify’ Your Business to Improve Customer Engagement | Ep. 112 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor about how to ‘gamify’ your business to improve customer and staff engagement.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- What is gamification
- How a gamification can be used to boost motivation levels
- Ways you could gamify your customer experience
- And more …
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2024-04-0928 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffEssential Legal Considerations for New Businesses | Ep. 111 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Hugh Welch from Muckle (law firm) about the legal frameworks, agreements and contracts you will need if you’re starting in business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The legal frameworks new businesses need in place
- Common mistakes with legal agreements and contracts in business
- Personal guarantees and financial liability
- The importance of protecting intellectual property and assets
- And more …
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2024-03-2627 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow to Use Social Media to Promote Your Business | Ep. 110 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Helen Arnold from H Social about how to use social media to promote your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How to use social media to attract your ideal clients
- Common mistakes businesses make with social media
- Choosing the right platforms for your brand
- How to build audience engagement
- And more …
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2024-03-1926 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow to Maximise Your ROI with Staff Training | Ep. 109 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to professional training provider John Paul Addison about the problems with modern professional training.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Why your team aren’t getting the most out of their training
- How to maximise your ROI on staff training
- The problem with traditional staff training methods
- The importance of using tailored coaching over generic training programs
- And more …
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2024-03-1226 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffMastering Business Development and Marketing | Ep. 108 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to business development consultant Bernard Savage from ‘Size 10½ Boots’ about how to approach business development and marketing in your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How to build customer relationships
- The importance of client research
- Why executive teams should spend more time on the shop floor
- How to create a great client experience
- How market to attract your ideal clients
- And more …
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2024-03-051h 09Robson Laidler - Business StuffFrom Ski Rep to Real Estate Consultant – Brian Welsh’s Business Journey | Ep. 107 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Brian Welsh from OPRE Solutions about his journey through various industries to pioneering in the student accommodation sector.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Brian’s experience dropping out of university
- How Brian developed himself through self-education and seizing diverse opportunities
- Strategies for managing teams and the importance of providing autonomy
- The role of networking and building relationships in business growth
- The importance of consistency between marketing an...
2024-02-271h 10Robson Laidler - Business StuffBuilding Connections with Your Team – The Power of Empathy | Ep. 106 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Paul Cheetham who returned to do another podcast on how to use empathy to build connections with your team.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The power of empathy in communication
- Sympathy vs empathy
- Why you shouldn’t say ‘at least’ when trying to comfort someone
- How to tailor your communication style to get the best out of your team
- Common communication mistakes that people don’t realise...
2024-01-021h 02Robson Laidler - Business Stuff2023 Podcast Highlights | Ep. 105 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle and Business Stuff Podcast editor James Bray about some of their favourite moments from the podcast in 2023.
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2023-12-261h 07Robson Laidler - Business StuffLessons from building a property portfolio: Anthony Hunter’s story | Ep. 104 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to property investor Anthony Hunter about some of the key turning points and lessons learnt on his business journey.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Transitioning from employment to owning a business
- Growing a property portfolio while having a full-time job
- Social media perception versus reality in the property business
- Why sports people often make good salespeople
- Why you need emotions as well as logic for decision making
2023-12-211h 20Robson Laidler - Business StuffThe Importance of Knowing Your ‘Why’ In Business | Ep. 103 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle and Jack Spoor talk about Simon Sinek’s ‘Golden Circle’ concept and the importance of knowing your ‘why’ in business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The ‘Golden Circle’ concept and its impact on business strategy.
- How a strong 'why' influences decision-making and leadership in business.
- The role of 'why' in shaping organisational culture and customer perception.
- How you can identify your 'why'.
- And more …
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2023-12-1239 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffSourcing The Right Type of Finance For Your Business | Ep. 102 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Jack Spoor talks to UBIO’s Chief Financial Officer, Bradley Channer, about sourcing the right type of finance for your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Finance options at different stages of your business
- Looking up your supply chain for financing
- Equity vs debt
- How R&D legislation can affect investor decisions
- And more …
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2023-12-0551 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffUnderstanding Business Hierarchies And Management Dynamics | Ep. 101 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor about understanding business hierarchies and management dynamics.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Internal dynamics' influence on customer experience
- The influence of leadership traits on company culture
- Removing toxic traits at all levels within an organisation
- Challenges and pressures faced by ‘middle management’
- Enhancing employee motivation through understanding organisational roles
- And more…
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2023-11-2141 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffBusiness Insurance - What You Need To Know To Protect Your Business | Ep. 100 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Janet Fay from Coversure Insurance about the key types of insurance you may need for your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The key types of insurance for businesses
- Things people commonly get wrong with insurance
- The dangers of not having the right insurance
- The importance of due diligence when choosing insurance policies
- How insurance requirements change as a business grows
- And more …...
2023-11-1442 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffThe Importance Of Good Corporate Governance | Ep. 99 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor about the importance of good corporate governance.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- What is corporate governance
- Why it is so important in modern business
- How good governance builds trust with stakeholders
- The impact of governance on long term business sustainability
- The role governance plays in attracting investment
- And more …
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2023-11-0737 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffBorrowing Money For Your Business - What Are The Options? | Ep. 98 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Shaun Fooy from the British Business Bank about borrowing money for your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Different forms of funding available to businesses
- Challenges businesses face when raising money
- The relationship between business objectives and funding needs
- What information you need to provide to funders
- And more …
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2023-11-0137 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow To Attract Top Talent In Competitive Markets | Ep. 97 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode, Martin Wardle talks to David Bolton from recruitment firm ‘Visuna’ about how to attract the right talent and remain competitive in the job market.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How to make your job adverts attractive
- Where and how to find talent
- How to define your ideal candidate profile
- How to ensure cultural alignment between your firm and job candidates
- How to create competitive job offers
- And more …
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2023-10-2440 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow To Value Your Business | Ep. 96 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to John Holbrook from Robson Laidler’s accounts team about company valuations and how prepare your business for sale.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How and why you would get a business valuation
- Complications that can be involved with valuations
- How to prepare for a business sale
- How to define terms of a business sale
- Why you need a professional to do your valuation
- An...
2023-10-1859 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffWill ESG Reporting Become Mandatory? | Ep. 95 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor about ESG, and the risks of not adopting ESG reporting practices in your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- What is ESG and how to measure it in your business
- How you may be caught out by not taking ESG seriously
- The importance of combating greenwashing
- How ESG will shape future consumer preferences
- And more …
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2023-10-1132 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow To Improve Your Communication And Message Delivery | Ep. 94 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to public speaking and communication coach, Alfie Joey, about how to communicate effectively to make your business stand out.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How to take advantage of a public speaking opportunity
- How to practice your message delivery
- How to deliver a message people will remember
- And more …
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2023-10-0348 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow To Choose A Legal Structure For Your Business | Ep. 93 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor about choosing a legal structure for your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Pros and cons of the most common legal structures
- Contractual agreements for partnerships and Ltd companies
- Why you don’t need to be a Ltd company to look professional
- Misconceptions and things businesses get wrong when choosing a structure
- And more …
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2023-09-2653 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow To Create A Sales Strategy For Your Business | Ep. 92 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jessica Williams from The Just Williams Sales Academy, about creating a sales and marketing strategy for your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The difference between sales and marketing
- Why you must define your ideal client persona
- Creating an upsell strategy
- How to get more referrals
- How to create sales targets for your team
- And more …
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2023-09-1954 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffPensions And Long Term Financial Planning – Where To Start | Ep. 91 Business Stuff PodcastAs part of Pension Awareness Week, Martin Wardle talks to financial planner Neil Cowie from Robson Laidler Wealth about pensions and long term financial planning.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Different financial products for long term planning
- Are pensions the only option for retirement planning?
- High risk vs lower risk investment portfolios
- And more …
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2023-09-1332 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffThe Common Pitfalls Of Payroll And HR (Part 2) | Ep. 90 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, as part of National Payroll Week, Martin Wardle talks to Robson Laidler payroll manager, Michael Rivett, and Kathryn Rodgers from Face2Face HR.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Should you do payroll yourself?
- Should you write your own employee contracts?
- Common HR and payroll mistakes when employing someone
- What are the consequences of getting HR and payroll wrong (and how to make sure you get it right!)
- And more …
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2023-09-0636 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffThe Common Pitfalls Of Payroll And HR (Part 1) | Ep. 90 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, as part of National Payroll Week, Martin Wardle talks to Robson Laidler payroll manager, Michael Rivett, and Kathryn Rodgers from Face2Face HR.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Should you do payroll yourself?
- Should you write your own employee contracts?
- Common HR and payroll mistakes when employing someone
- What are the consequences of getting HR and payroll wrong (and how to make sure you get it right!)
- And more …
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2023-09-0531 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffIs Cash Really King? | Ep. 89 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle and Jack Spoor answer the question: 'Is cash king?'
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Does profitability = cash in the bank?
- Why businesses run out of cash?
- How to chase debts effectively
- Avoiding cashflow issues
- Can a business hold too much cash?
- And more …
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2023-08-2933 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffDiscovering Your Motivations | Ep. 88 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle and Jack Spoor discuss the topic of motivation.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- What motivation is
- How to discover what motivates you
- What is motivational mapping
- How to utilise the motivations of your team to drive performance
- And more …
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2023-08-2233 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow to maximise time efficiency in your business | Ep. 87 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor about how to maximise time efficiency in your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The eliminate, automate, delegate model
- How to decide what to delegate to your team
- How to identify inefficiencies
- And much more …
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2023-08-1633 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow To Stop Your Staff From Leaving | Ep. 80 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor from Robson Laidler Accountants about staff retention.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How to improve your staff retention
- How to communicate properly with your team
- How to effectively give staff recognition
- How to understand what motivates your team
- And more …
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2023-06-2038 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffAccountability vs. Responsibility | Ep. 77 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor from Robson Laidler about accountability vs responsibility.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The difference between accountability and responsibility
- How to effectively delegate responsibility
- What management styles to adopt in certain scenarios
- How to avoid micromanaging your team
- And more…
If you manage a team of people, this video is for you.
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2023-05-3028 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffDo you need an accountant? | Ep. 76 Business Stuff PodcastIn this week’s episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Kieran Reeve from Robson Laidler’s accounting team to answer the question ‘do you need an accountant?’
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Why you don’t technically need an accountant
- The benefits of having an accountant
- What an accountant actually does
- The difference between a bookkeeper and accountant
And more…
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2023-05-2333 minRobson Laidler - Business Stuff5 Ways To Increase Profit In Your Business | Ep. 75 Business Stuff PodcastIn this week’s episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor from Robson Laidler’s Business Accelerator team about the 5 ways to increase profit in your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- A breakdown of the 5 areas to increase profit
- How to effectively measure your lead to client conversion rates
- How to become ‘oversubscribed’, and how this will help your business
- Why you need to make the client sign up process as easy as possible
- And...
2023-05-1629 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffRightsizing Your Business | Ep 74. Business Stuff PodcastIn this week’s episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle
talks to Jack Spoor from Robson Laidler’s Business Accelerator Team about rightsizing
your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- What is rightsizing
- How to eliminate waste in your business
- How to adjust pricing to help rightsize your business
- The consequences of not rightsizing effectively
- And more…
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2023-05-1028 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffThe Link Between Golf And Business | Ep. 73 Business Stuff PodcastIn this week’s episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Jack Spoor from Robson Laidler’s Business Accelerator Team talks to professional golfer Will Wilkinson about the link between golf and business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The mindset similarities between sport professionals and business owners
- How to monitor and work on your weaknesses effectively
- How to use data to set improvement goals
- How to find a great coach (in sport or business)
- And more…
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2023-05-0241 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffStarting a Creative Design Agency – Adam Ball’s Journey | Ep. 72 Business Stuff PodcastIn this week’s episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Daniel Adamson from Robson Laidler’s Business Accelerator Team talks to Adam Ball about his journey of starting his creative design agency, Sandance Creative.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- Adams journey getting into creative design
- Taking the step from being employed to self employed
- The importance of saying no in business
- Design industry trends
- Learning curves from being self employed
- And more…
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2023-04-2535 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow To Identify And Prevent Personal Burnout | Ep. 68 Business Stuff PodcastIn this week’s episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to business advisor Jack Spoor about personal burnout.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- What burnout is
- What causes burnout
- How to identify burnout in yourself and in your team
- Practical ways to prevent burnout
- And more…
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2023-03-1435 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffWill ChatGPT replace our jobs? | Ep. 63 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Nick Wilson from Robson Laidler about the rise of artificial intelligence, and the impacts it could have on your business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How likely is it that AI will replace our jobs
- How to leverage AI in business
- What areas of business can’t be replaced with AI
- How is technology affecting society in general
- And more…
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2023-02-0722 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffThe link between family law and business | Ep. 56 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Jack Spoor and Emma Purvis from Robson Laidler talk to Rebecca Cresswell from Sweeney Miller Solicitors about the link between family law and business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How to structure your family business for best legal protection
- What to do when family business relationships are failing
- The importance of having shareholder protection
- Why family businesses still need formal written agreements
- And much more…
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2022-12-1525 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffAutumn Statement 2022 Review | Ep. 53 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Jack Spoor talks to Lorraine Harnby from Robson Laidler’s tax team about the highlight changes from the 2022 Autumn Statement.
Some areas of the Autumn Statement reviewed in this episode include:
- Personal Tax
- Corporation Tax
- The headline changes for business owners and individuals
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2022-11-2231 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffThe Importance of Perspective | Ep. 52 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor from Robson Laidler’s Business Accelerator team about the importance of perspective in business.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How to make sure you’re aware of your progress overtime
- The role perspective makes in motivation
- Root cause analysis
- How to use data to back up your feelings
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2022-11-1530 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffHow Economic Growth Impacts Your Business | Ep. 50 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor from Robson Laidler’s Business Accelerator team about economic growth, and how it impacts businesses.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- What is economic growth
- How is economic growth measured
- What is GDP and how is it measured
- How government can influence economic growth
- How businesses can deal with uncertainty around economic growth
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2022-11-0126 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffThe Importance of Financial Planning | Ep. 46 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Business Stuff, Jack Spoor talks to financial planner Emma Purvis about the importance of financial planning.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The difference between financial advice and financial planning
- The myths about financial planners and what they do
- Common misconceptions about who needs financial planning
- Some financial planning tips
- And more …
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2022-10-0417 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffChange Success Modelling | Ep. 44 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor about ‘change success modelling’.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- What change success modelling is and how it works
- How to adapt to change
- Steps to take if you’re not ready for change
- What factors are necessary for successful change implementation
- And more…
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2022-09-2031 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffCharities Accounts | Ep. 43 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Liam Crowe from Robson Laidler’s Audit department about charity accounts.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- The benefits and drawbacks of different charity structures
- What most charities get wrong with their reserves policies
- Legal obligations of being a trustee
- And more…
This episode may particularly useful if you’re a trustee of a charity.
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2022-09-1328 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffQuiet Quitting | Ep. 41 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of the Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Jack Spoor from Robson Laidler about quiet quitting.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- What quiet quitting is
- How does it differ from ‘the great resignation’
- The impacts of quiet quitting on your business
- How to spot quiet quitting within your team
- Ways to increase peoples levels of motivations at work
- And more …
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2022-08-3033 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffThe Business of Sport | Ep. 39 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Robson Laidler’s Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle and Jack Spoor talk to Mick Hogan managing director at MMG Sports, about the business of sport.
Mick Hogan is a sports consultant who works with elite level professional clubs, major events and governing bodies. He provides a range of support for senior leaders including commercial growth, finance, event planning and delivery and community engagement.
During the first part of the interview, Mick talks about:
- How performance on the field affects revenue and game attendance
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2022-08-1637 minRobson Laidler - Business StuffWhat Is An Audit, And Why Would I Need One? | Ep 35. Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode, Jack Spoor talks to Andrea Simmons from Robson Laidler about auditing.
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- What is an audit
- What an audit involves
- What are some of the different types of audit
- When would you need an audit
- What happens if you fail an audit
- And more
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If you are looking into getting an audit done, or have any...
2022-07-1927 min
Robson VazRobson Vaz - Brace Yourself (XXT Remix)Robson Vaz - Brace Yourself (XXT Remix) by Robson Vaz
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Robson Laidler - Business StuffBuying, selling and all things property | Ep. 31 Business Stuff PodcastIn this episode of Robson Laidler’s Business Stuff Podcast, Martin Wardle talks to Duncan Young from the North East’s leading estate agency and property consultancy Sanderson Young about all things property.
In 1999, Sanderson Young opened their first office in Gosforth. Now they have multiple branches offering a diverse range of services, focusing on the sale and letting of properties throughout Northumberland, Tyne and Wear and Co Durham. Duncan’s successful estate agency career gives him a wealth of knowledge and experience, as well as a unique insight into the current property market which i...
2022-06-2122 min
Maniphesto - Conversations on MasculinityThe Tragic and the Hero | Robson vs CoxIt's time to pick up the Robson vs. Cox series again. Owen and Paul take on a discussion from Maniphesto Core about the hero's journey and how we create meaning in our life through narrative. This is probably the best discussion yet, where we also dive into understanding the impact of the story of Christ on society.
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2022-05-181h 19Robson Laidler - Business StuffManaging Your Financial Resources | Ep. 22 Business Stuff PodcastOn this week’s episode, Martin Wardle talks to Financial Advisor Neil Cowie from Robson Laidler Wealth about ‘Managing Your Financial Resources’
Being able to pay yourself from your business is great, but what do you do with your money once you’ve earned it?
Some things discussed in this episode include:
- How to define your financial goals?
- Basics of investing?
- What are the risks of investing?
- Is keeping money in the bank really zero risk?
- How a financial adv...
2022-04-2041 min
Maniphesto - Conversations on MasculinityEMG 2020 Opening Remarks with Paul Lloyd RobsonPaul Lloyd Robson, cofounder of Maniphesto and the European Men's Gathering delivers the opening remarks for the 2020 event, held in Jutland Denmark.
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2022-03-2425 min
Maniphesto - Conversations on MasculinityEmbodiment w/ Paul Lloyd RobsonEmbodiment is not just about getting in touch with your body. It is about connecting the dragon of chaos within yourself together with the highest ideals of reality. Paul Lloyd Robson shares his perspective.
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2022-03-2217 min
Maniphesto - Conversations on MasculinityThe Return of Religion with Alexander Bard, Andrew Sweeny, and Paul Lloyd RobsonGrowing out of the men's and women's movements, we are seeing a growing interest in religion and questions of faith, human nature, and transcendence. This conversation between Alexander Bard, Andrew Sweeny, and Paul Lloyd Robson starts in the roots of the men's movement and unpacks how religion is playing into the contemporary discussion on God, sex, and man.
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2022-03-141h 20
The Climate Discussion NexusDr. John Robson's - Climate Discussion NexusWelcome. I am Dr. John Robson, a Canadian historian and journalist. The Climate Discussion Nexus was created to get past the frustrating deadlock of empty slogans and insults and talk in an intelligent, civil way about the science and policy of climate change. Our videos address some of the largest misconceptions and outright falsehoods perpetuated by climate-change alarmists, politicians, and the media. There are no sacred cows here and we do our best to thoroughly research every detail in all of our videos. We are supported by ordinary folks in Canada and around the world who want facts, not...
2021-07-2603 min
The Climate Discussion NexusJohn Robson Takes On the Climate-Change Myth MakersWelcome! John Robson's Climate Discussion Nexus exists to promote rational, civil discussion and debate on the policy and science of climate change.
2021-07-2101 min
Robson IsnarComenius 1A ( Robson Isnar )Trabalho de Educação Fisica, 1A, Robson Isnar Oliveira Sampaio ( Coronavirus )
2021-07-1905 min
Alan Robson's Grisly Tales Podcast on Robsons WorldAlan Robson's Grisly Tales - Episode OneJoin Alan Robson at the new home for his Grisly Tales podcast.
Today he's talking about a lesser known serial killer, the death of a first world war poet, the Ullswater Angel and the death of Elvis.
2021-04-1951 min
The Alternative Path with David RobsonAniesa Blore - Independent Pediatric Occupational Therapist – AuthorAniesa Blore - Independent Pediatric Occupational Therapist – Author
Aniesa completed her degree in Occupational Therapy in 1999 at the University of Stellenbosch, in South Africa. She has since been focusing on paediatrics and sensory processing and integration. She has worked across a range of paediatric fields and has extensive experience in children’s issues from autism to learning difficulties. Her speciality areas of practice include Sensory Processing Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delays and Dyspraxia. Aniesa has extensive experience in using standardised and non-standardised assessment for establishing a baseline on which intervention can be delivered and continually evaluated. Sensati...
2021-02-2143 min
The Alternative Path with David RobsonSteven Russell - Founder of Elements | SEMH support service | Children & Young peopleIn the episode I had the pleasure in chatting to Steven Russell. In our chat we spoke about our own vulnerabilities and the benefit of opening ourselves up to our vulnerabilities to make us stronger. We also chatted about how we might look back on the way in which a lot of young people are being isolated and excluded.
Elements is a social & emotional mental health (SEMH) support service for primary & secondary schools.
Steven enjoys listening to Simon Sinek. ‘he's been a real inspiration to me and elements, he said, "start with why" so here we...
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The Alternative Path with David RobsonAdam Dabin – Headteacher of Sir Bobby Robson SchoolThis week I chatted to Adam Dabin who is the Headteacher of the Sir Bobby Robson School, part of the Unity Schools Partnership, a brand new school which caters for pupils aged between 8 and 16 who’s primary special educational need is Social, Emotional and Mental Health.
We have all faced our challenges the last 12 months but opening a school in the middle of COVID-19 is something Adam, all his team at Sir Bobby Robson School should be extremely proud of.
‘Our pupils are at the heart of everything we do, and by working closely with fami...
2021-01-2543 min
The Business of FamilyRob Robson – Building & Operating the Business of Family [The Business of Family]I'm delighted to introduce Rob Robson, a founder, serial entrepreneur and great student of multi-generational wealth creation. Rob is the Founder of OneHarvest, Australia’s largest fresh salads business and these days spends up to 7 months of the year sailing the world.
It was Rob who first introduced me to the phrase "The Business of Family" and ignited in me a passion to explore this topic deeply.
The Robson Family approach to structuring their family partnership and stewarding their assets for succeeding generations is some of the best work I've seen in this area. I ha...
2020-08-0143 min
Smart CastSérie Especial - Eventos Híbridos e Virtuais - Episódio 3 - Tonico Novaes é entrevistado por Vanessa Martin e Robson LisboaEsse é o terceiro episódio da Série Especial sobre Eventos Híbridos e Virtuais. Nele Vanessa Martin e Robson Lisboa entrevistam Tonico Novaes, da MCI-Brasil, com carreira de empreendedor, mesmo que intra, no mercado de live marketing. Foi um bate-papo também muito interessante.
Na sequência, outros convidados ilustres, grandes referências do mercado de eventos e de tecnologia irão também participar. Fique ligado e nos ouça com frequência.
2020-04-1750 minSmart CastSérie Especial - Eventos Híbridos e Virtuais - Episódio 2 - Rodrigo Cezar é entrevistado por Vanessa Martin e Robson LisboaEsse é o segundo episódio da Série Especial sobre Eventos Híbridos e Virtuais. Nele Vanessa Martin e Robson Lisboa entrevistam Rodrigo Cézar, presidente da ALAGEV, Associação Latino Americana de Gestores de Viagens e Eventos Corporativos e Head de Eventos da Roche. Foi um bate-papo muito interessante. Todos os profissionais de eventos deveriam ouvir o que o Rodrigo tem a dizer. Realmente é uma mente privilegiada do setor de eventos.
Na sequência, outros convidados ilustres, grandes referências do mercado de eventos e de tecnologia irão também participar. Fique ligado e nos ouça com freq
2020-04-0351 minSmart CastSérie Especial - Eventos Híbridos e Virtuais - Episódio 1 - Vanessa Martin e Robson LisboaEsse é o primeiro episódio da Série Especial sobre Eventos Híbridos e Virtuais. Nele Vanessa Martin e Robson Lisboa conversam sobre conceitos e as bases para os eventos híbridos e virtuais, a maior tendência do mercado de eventos em 2020.
Na sequência, outros convidados ilustres, grandes referências do mercado de eventos e de tecnologia irão também participar. Fique ligado e nos ouça com frequência.
2020-03-3135 min
Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #14 (2020)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #14 (2020) by Thomas Robson
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Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #13 (November 2019)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #13 (November 2019) by Thomas Robson
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Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #12 (September 2019)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #12 (September 2019) by Thomas Robson
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Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #11 (July 2019)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #11 (July 2019) by Thomas Robson
2019-06-301h 11On WisdomBeware the Intelligence Trap! (with David Robson)Do highly intelligent people actually take better decisions in their daily lives than everyone else? And if not, what’s missing from our picture of what it means to be ‘smart’? Can you be highly intelligent, yet flunk a rationality test? And rather than noise to be ignored, might our emotions help us make decisions that are actually more rational? David Robson joins Igor and Charles to discuss intelligence traps, Terman’s Termites, the Monte Carlo fallacy, Damasio’s Somatic Marker hypothesis, the competitive humility of the start-up culture, and the ‘brutal pessimism’ baked in to the dark history of the Intelli...
2019-04-2859 min
Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #10 (Summer 2019)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #10 (Summer 2019) by Thomas Robson
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Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #09 (March 2019)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #09 (March 2019) by Thomas Robson
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Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #08 (January 2019)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #08 (January 2019) by Thomas Robson
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Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #07 (December 2018)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #07 (December 2018) by Thomas Robson
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Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #06 (November 2018)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #06 (November 2018) by Thomas Robson
2018-10-291h 14
Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #05 (Mixtape Oktober 2018)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #05 (Mixtape Oktober 2018) by Thomas Robson
2018-10-071h 06
Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #04 (Mixtape September 2018)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #04 (Mixtape September 2018) by Thomas Robson
2018-09-041h 10
Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #03 (Late Summer Mixtape)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #03 (Late Summer Mixtape) by Thomas Robson
2018-08-231h 06
Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #02 (Mixtape August 2018)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #02 (Mixtape August 2018) by Thomas Robson
2018-08-081h 01
Thomas Robson MixtapesThomas Robson - Check-IN #01 (Mixtape Juli 2018)Thomas Robson - Check-IN #01 (Mixtape Juli 2018) by Thomas Robson
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John RobsonRobson on CFRA with Rob Snow on Liberal arrogance April 6, 2018Clip of John Robson on News Talk Radio 580 CFRA in Ottawa with Rob Snow April 6, 2018, discussing suggestions for greater government regulation of Facebook
2018-04-0600 minJohn RobsonRobson on CFRA with Rob Snow on Liberal arrogance April 6, 2018Clip of John Robson on News Talk Radio 580 CFRA in Ottawa with Rob Snow April 6, 2018, discussing the increasingly out-of-control arrogance of the federal Liberals
2018-04-0600 minJohn RobsonRobson on CFRA with Rob Snow on the politics of climate change April 6, 2018Clip of John Robson on News Talk Radio 580 CFRA in Ottawa with Rob Snow April 6, 2018, discussing why politicians are so closed-mindedly belligerent on man-made climate change despite the lack of evidence
2018-04-0600 minJohn RobsonRobson on CFRA with Rob Snow on social media March 23 2018Clip of John Robson on News Talk Radio 580 CFRA in Ottawa with Rob Snow March 23, 2018, discussing whether social media are addictive and harmful
2018-03-2400 minJohn RobsonRobson on CFRA with Rob Snow on Artificial Intelligence March 23 2018Clip of John Robson on News Talk Radio 580 CFRA in Ottawa with Rob Snow March 23, 2018, discussing the worrying pace at which AI is developing creative and intuitive abilities
2018-03-2400 minJohn RobsonRobson on CFRA Feb. 16 on government-subsidized newspapersClip of John Robson on News Talk Radio 580 CFRA in Ottawa with Rob Snow February 16, 2018, arguing that the federal government should not subsidize newspapers
2018-02-1700 minJohn RobsonRobson on CFRA Feb. 16 on the Gerald Stanley verdictClip of John Robson on News Talk Radio 580 CFRA in Ottawa with Rob Snow February 16, 2018, discussing politicians' divisive response to the not guilty verdict for Gerald Stanley in the shooting of Colten Boushie
2018-02-1700 minJohn RobsonRobson on CFRA Feb. 16 on subsidized "superclusters"Clip of John Robson on News Talk Radio 580 CFRA in Ottawa with Rob Snow February 16, 2018, discussing the federal government's decision to put nearly $1 billion into "superclusters" on the apparent conviction that government drives private sector innovation
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