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The Neurodivergent Birth PodcastS4 Ep1: Neurodivergent Parenting with Lisa Lloyd aka ASD with a G & THello and welcome to Season 4!I'm delighted to welcome Sunday Times Bestselling Author, ND Advocate and Content Queen Lisa Lloyd, aka ASD with a G&T, to the pod today.You can find out more about Lisa on Facebook @ASDwithGandT, Instagram @asd_with_a_g_and_t and TikTok @asd.with.a.g.and.tLisa's book 'Raising the Sen-Betweeners' is available at most bookshops and here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Raising-SEN-Betweeners-bestselling-parenting-between-ebook/dp/B0CYJ6GCJP?ref_=ast_author_mpbThank you for listening!Join the conversation on...2025-04-2839 min
Numbers and YouGuest Lisa Salvatore, Intuitive Astrologer | Astro-Numerologist, LLoyd StrayhornLLoyd Strayhorn, Astro-Numerologist, interviews Lisa Salvatore, Intuitive Astrologer,Contact Lisa Salvatore:Website:lisasalvatore.comIG: LisaasalvatoreFB:lisasalvatorewellnessYoutube:@LisaSalvatoreCourses: https://lisasalvatore.com/coursesContact Lloyd: Sign up For The Free Monthly Newsletterwww.lloyd-strayhorn.comNew:Astar8 Astro Numerology Apphttps://ww...2025-03-191h 34
Connection to the Cosmos With Dr. Lisa ThompsonConnection to the Cosmos with Ken LloydKen Lloyd is an energy field architect and healer who, after a profound Near-Death Experience, integrated 22 soul aspects from his higher self and oversoul collective, into his physical being. This union allows him to channel higher frequencies and transmit powerful ascension and healing codes to humanity, using light language that is conveyed from his collective. Ken and his team work with the intricate layers of a person’s energy system to design and harmonize the flow of energy within and around the body. By attuning to each individual’s unique vibrational blueprint, he identifies imbalances stagnations or disruptions in the...2025-03-0451 min
We're Not Your Typical PodcastLisa Lloyd: The Power of Laughter: How She Uses Comedy to Raise Awareness for SENDIn this exciting episode of "We're Not Your Typical," Jade and Sophie welcome the vibrant Lisa Lloyd, known as ASD with a G and T. A published author and dedicated mother to two SEND children, Lisa shares her journey in navigating the challenges of raising special needs children while bringing humour and authenticity to her social media presence. She discusses the often daunting realities of seeking support and diagnoses, but emphasises the importance of laughter and community in coping with these challenges. Tune in to discover how Lisa uses comedy to connect with others and raise awareness in the special...2025-02-2645 min
Love Needs No WordsLisa Lloyd: 'Raising the SEN Betweeners'On this week's episode Amy & Kirsty are joined by Lisa Lloyd or to many of you – you will know her as asd_with_a_g_and_t.Lisa is such an advocate and support for Sen families through her facebook, tiktok and Instagram page.Her honesty, positive attitude and hilarious videos are comforting to so many of her followers.She has also this week published her first book, 'Raising the Sen Betweeners', a honesty guide to parenting the children who fall between the gaps. The book is out now to buy so...2025-02-2050 min
Beyond The Water CoolerThe Challenges (and joys) Leading People in Another Country – Rosie HawesRosie Hawes is a business risk consultant who has worked in Russia, China and South Korea. In this conversation she brings a really interesting perspective to the challenges of managing people in different cultures. Her experience really shines a light on the range of pressures facing different cultures, from misogyny and gossip, to the 'entitlement' of gen Z. We explore the whether we need to accept or challenge practices that don't align with our values, particularly when they are perceived as some to be damaging. Rosie helps us think about how to sustain high...2025-02-131h 00
Don't IEP Alone.Breaking Down Barriers: Janice Lloyd Discusses Remediation and Support for Dyslexic StudentsJanice Lloyd is an experienced teacher trainer, private school administrator, and small group instructor at The Highlands School in Bel Air, Maryland. She has extensive experience with Orton-Gillingham methodologies, structured literacy, and learning differences such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia and ADHD/executive function weaknesses. The Highlands School educates students with learning differences and achievement gaps. We instill hope and confidence in our students by fostering a positive and nurturing environment. We focus on teaching our students methods to help them realize their strengths, overcome frustrations, and achieve academic and social success.2025-02-0426 min
Raw Health Rebel with Lisa Strbac(E77) Mold, Fungi, Mycotoxins & Healing the Terrain with Homeopathy - Wren LloydIn this powerful episode, I sit down with homeopath Wren Lloyd for an eye-opening discussion about the pervasive impact of mold and fungi on health. Wren shares her personal journey with mold illness, how it affected her family, and the groundbreaking work she's doing to address it in her practice.
We explore:
The hidden dangers of mold in homes and its connection to conditions like autism, PANS, and chronic inflammation.
How homeopathy, particularly her remedy Polyfungi Plus, is transforming lives by addressing the terrain of the body.
Practical tips for identifying mould issues...2024-12-1859 min
The Being Playful PodcastS1E11: Being Playful with Lisa LloydEver wondered how playfulness and authentic communication could revolutionise workplace culture and transform leadership? In this episode, Chris talks with Lisa Lloyd, a psychologist whose journey from traditional corporate environments to pioneering human-centred approaches offers fascinating insights into how creating the right environment enables both people and businesses to flourish.
Lisa shares her compelling perspective on workplace dynamics, revealing how understanding and responding to human needs creates environments where creativity, innovation, and authentic connection can thrive. Through her work with organisations across various sectors, she demonstrates how focusing on the human side of business leads to better...2024-12-1147 min
Beyond The Water CoolerThe F Word: Finding calm amidst a Financial crisis - Sophie LodgeDid you know that the Social Metrics Commission found the current rate of poverty in the UK to be higher than at any other point in the 21st Century? A staggering 24% (nearly one in four) people in the UK are now judged to be in poverty. That statistic means the impact of the financial crisis is likely to be closer to home than you may originally have thought. And with personal finances being an uncomfortable subject to talk about, the consequences can be significant. Distraction, anxiety and depression are all too common when people have money-worries. So...2024-12-0553 min
Beyond The Water Cooler"Terrifying... What, me?!" - Miranda WilliamsEver been accused of being a bully? Or of being terrifying? Maybe not. But maybe you have experienced feedback that has shocked you because it was not what you intended. The void between what we want to communicate and how our communication lands can be enormous. Most of us haven't had the opportunity to learn about how we feedback and challenge. And when this vital part of developing communication skills is missing, it's left to chance that our ability to engage with others matches what we want.Now imagine you're the person lower down the h...2024-11-211h 07
Shame-LESS StoriesEpisode 2 | Rock & Rose | Lisa MarieLisa Marie, Founder of Rock & Rose Rituals and Conkers Magical Earth Academy Lisa Marie is the creative force behind Rock & Rose Rituals, a brand dedicated to crafting luxury candles and ritual bathing kits designed to help people remember and reawaken the healer within. With a vision that intertwines nature, alchemy, and soulful intention, her products inspire a deeper sense of connection, empowerment, and inner transformation.She is also the founder of Conkers Magical Earth Academy, a pioneering educational space on the Dorset coast where young Masters and adults alike are invited to explore their own magic through immersive cou...2024-11-2031 min
Shame-less StoriesEpisode 2 | Rock & Rose | Lisa MarieLisa Marie, Founder of Rock & Rose Rituals and Conkers Magical Earth Academy
Lisa Marie is the creative force behind Rock & Rose Rituals, a brand dedicated to crafting luxury candles and ritual bathing kits designed to help people remember and reawaken the healer within.
With a vision that intertwines nature, alchemy, and soulful intention, her products inspire a deeper sense of connection, empowerment, and inner transformation.She is also the founder of Conkers Magical Earth Academy, a pioneering educational space on the Dorset coast where young Masters and adults alike are...2024-11-2031 min
Beyond The Water CoolerNever Just a Survey - Kieran Innes, StribeFear.Fatigue. Are you stuck in a rut that is littered with surveys? It's often the go-to channel for getting to know what employees think, but there also barriers that can get in the way of these being effective. Fatigue is just one of them. Fear is another. The brave face doesn't simply disappear when presented with written questions to provide our opinions.And that can be a BIG problem, especially for men. November is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, and that prompted Kieran Innes of Stribe and I to have...2024-11-0759 min
The Rebel InfluencerEmpowering SEND Parents: Lisa Lloyd's JourneyIn this episode of the Rebel Influencer podcast, host Leona Burton speaks with Lisa Lloyd, an advocate for autism awareness and the author of a bestselling book on the subject. They discuss the challenges faced by parents of children with autism, the importance of community support, and the misconceptions surrounding autism.Lisa shares her journey of building a platform to educate others while navigating the complexities of social media and advocacy. The conversation emphasizes the need for systemic change in education and the importance of understanding and supporting neurodivergent individuals.This episode is sponsored by...2024-11-0640 min
NeuroshamblesJudgement From Outsiders | Lisa Lloyd (@asd_with_a_g_and_t)Mark chats to the magnificent Lisa Lloyd about the judgement they regularly receive from outsiders as parents of neurodivergent kids. Lisa has two children - an 11-year old boy (diagnosed autistic) and a 7-year old girl (diagnosed autistic, with a PDA profile) and, as a prominent content creator on social media (@asd_with_a_g_and_t), she is no stranger to being judged by people who don't have a neurodivergent child, much less a clue about how to raise one.
Mark and Lisa swap tales about comments they receive from people judging their children ("He's not...2024-10-301h 15
Conversations with a SEND MumRaising the SEN-Betweeners: Nicole Bateman chats with Lisa LloydIn this episode of Conversations with a SEND Mum, Nicole Bateman is joined by Lisa Lloyd, author of Raising the Sen-Betweeners. Lisa shares her personal journey of raising two very different autistic children and the unique challenges they face navigating mainstream school settings when their needs don't quite fit the criteria for specialist education.Key Highlights:Lisa’s Parenting Journey: Lisa discusses the emotional and practical realities of parenting children who fall between the cracks in the system—kids who struggle in mainstream settings but don’t have high enough care needs for sp...2024-10-0921 min
Beyond The Water CoolerHappiness for Better Business Results - Isabel Odlin"We not only need to work happy, we need to work at being happy." I love that quote by Shawn Achor.So how are you working at that? The Alliance of Independent Agencies have teamed up with Google to host an event that is dedicated to culture and high performance. They recognise that leaders are navigating a rapid pace of change; the way people work has fundamentally changed. That's not just about where and when we work, but the types of activities that are ultimately draining our energy and sense of wellbeing. And...2024-10-0343 min
Homeopathy Is Changing LivesEP2: Lisa Strbac: Acute Illnesses & Empowering Yourself To Treat ThemIn this episode, hosts Leslie Anderson and Wren Lloyd are joined by Lisa Strbac, the host of the "Raw Health Rebel" podcast and a dedicated homeopath. Lisa shares her passionate journey from being an accountant to becoming a homeopath, driven by personal experiences with her daughter's health challenges. She emphasizes the transformative potential of homeopathy in improving society's mental and physical health if more people were educated on its use.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in natural health methods, particularly parents looking for safe and effective ways to support their children's...2024-07-1529 min
Beyond The Water CoolerTalent: The Other 8 Boxes - Duncan TargettAre you looking to develop tomorrow's leaders to be able to take the business into a different place from where it is today? Or, are you looking for future leaders who most closely resemble those in leadership positions now? That's a great question that Duncan Targett, my guest on this episode of the podcast, asks when we discuss talent.And who can resist talking with someone whose surname lends itself so brilliantly to the name of his company, On Targett Consulting?!!The conversation is spot on, helping listeners think about how your company sets...2024-07-1156 min
The Women Who Business Community PodcastBehind The Scenes: Meet Your Host Lisa LloydAs the title suggests, our first episode gives you a sneak peek behind the scenes of The Women Who Podcast - for business owners produced by business owners.Tables are turned, and usual host of the podcast, Lisa Lloyd, is interview by experienced podcaster and producer, Sarah McDowell.Listen to this episode to find out interesting facts about Lisa, why she started the community, and what she hopes to achieve with the podcast.Where to find Sarah: Lyrebird Recording Studios: https://lyrebirdstudios.com/ Personal website: https://sarahmcdowell.co.uk/ The SEO Mindset...2024-06-2833 min
Beyond The Water CoolerTrading Places: Is This Room Free? Leadership Labs – Lisa & Gemma Ellison join Martin DrakeMartin Drake ripped up the rule book and invited the "dynamic duo" that is Gemma Ellison and myself onto his podcast, Is This Room Free?We're not HR.But we are all about people. In particular, we're focused on enabling people to be and experience their best self.And enabling them to develop in a way that provides most value to the organisation. All this whilst creating the most engaging experience that means we feel good about what we do.So in this conversation, we unpick leadership development at its...2024-06-2759 min
Practice? PodcastEpisode 268 -She Makes Space for Us to Do the Changing (Lisa Lloyd)People find the need and space to change by experiencing Lisa Lloyd's "bespoke support" designs. Dave enjoys this conversation with a fellow podcaster. Lisa is Beyond the Water Cooler. He agrees with her theme: "It's time for change." 2024-06-1637 min
Beyond The Water CoolerCompassionate Leadership (a better approach for mental health?)I'm talking about compassionate leadership because it is mental health awareness week.
How are those linked, I hear some of you ponder?
Well, as those of you who know me well, I'm not really about initiatives or individual-level intervention without thinking about the wider context. You wouldn't put a flourishing seedling in a dark room without water.
And, I've been doing quite a lot of work lately working with leadership teams to create space to stop and check in with themselves, each other and where the business is heading.
When we focus on:
psychological safety - by experiencing it
comp...2024-05-1624 min
Is This Room Free?Lisa LLoyd - from Primary School Teacher to workplace culture ConsultantMy guest this episode is Lisa LLoyd who could be considered an unconventional guest for me to have on. Whilst Lisa hasn't worked in HR per se, the work she does feeds into the HR ecosystem. In the spirit of bring as broad a variety of people from the HR world onto the show then her story definitely warrants a place here.Lisa studied Psychology at University, not knowing exactly what she wanted to do but feeling it would be something that could help her in whatever vocation she did ultimately choose.Her c...2024-05-0952 min
Beyond The Water CoolerThe Shirtless Diver Levels up Wellbeing - Jamie Humphrey, ReechUs➡️ Sick notes are on they way out, according to Sunak. What does that mean for people needing support to get themselves into a place where they feel ok enough to re-engage with work?➡️ Employees are more aware of their rights and expect more in terms of 'care', with access to services that aren't about making them 'better' but about enhancing their lifestyle. How do companies know which specialists are credible, who work as a team, and that provide data to leaders to inform them about their work environment?Individual and organisational wellbeing...2024-05-0259 min
Carolina Ultra Runners Podcast#22: Lisa McFadden, Barkley Marathons StarterLisa McFadden has run many races including some of the most notable races in the sport of ultra running. But none of those previous races compare in terms of notoriety than her recent DNF at the Barkley Marathons. Making it to the yellow gate in the first place is an impressive feat in and of itself. On this episode, Lisa tells us how her Barkley experience went down.2024-04-2451 min
Beyond The Water CoolerVulnerability, Purpose & the Power of Adversity - Phil HoldcroftFrom dodging bullets to becoming an executive senior leader of Defence, Phil Holdcroft knows a thing or two about leadership and teamwork. Phil is a decorated combat pilot with a 20-year military career that culminated in designing and delivering the senior leadership programme at the UK Defence Academy. Drawing on life-lessons and experience, he created the ultimate playbook for leadership, resilience and high performance. And that’s what we discuss on the podcast today.Now officially a veteran (and he's younger than me!), Phil is continuing to pursue his life’s purpose, having founded High Performanc...2024-04-1859 min
Everything Intellectual PropertyUnlocking Wealth: The Power of Intellectual Property Investment with Lisa LloydIn this interview of "Investing in Intellectual Property with Dave" he sits down with Lisa Lloyd, a titan in the world of inventing and intellectual property. With over $30 million in retail sales, 10 patents to her name, and 8 products you've probably seen on store shelves, Lisa shares invaluable insights into the world of IP investment. She discusses the journey of bringing an invention from concept to market, the intricacies of patenting, and the crucial decisions that led to her multimillion-dollar success. Whether you're an aspiring inventor or a seasoned entrepreneur, Lisa's story is a masterclass in navigating the complex landscape...2024-03-291h 00
And So, She Left: Wisdom from Women Beyond the Corporate WorldHow to Think Like an 8-Figure Inventor (w/ Lisa Lloyd, Founder/Chief Innovation Officer - Invention Accelerator)Lisa Lloyd will be the first to tell you that she’s not a genius...though she certainly seems like one. She invented her first product at 23, a hair styling tool called The French Twister, which eventually grossed $20 million. And over the years, she went on to license seven other products; getting featured on Shark Tank, Good Morning America, USA Today, The Big Idea, and more before starting the Lisa Lloyd Marketing Group. She’s also the Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at the Invention Accelerator, a program that helps busy innovators to get their ideas...2024-03-2031 min
Beyond The Water CoolerSleep: The Hidden Key to Team Working & High Performance - Dr Jill McGarryLuckily for us, Dr Jill McGarry is "a geek!"... her words, not mine!The good news about that is she has a real love for actionable solutions to improve sleep. 💤And who doesn't need a bit of that in their lives? 😴In this episode of the podcast we hear, very clearly, why we need to banish beliefs such as..."YOU SNOOZE, YOU LOSE!"And we get to grips with practical advice for individuals and employers, including: ✔️ coffee as a recommendation (yes... from a sleep expert!)✔️ what to do when yo...2024-03-0757 min
Inventors Helping InventorsArizona inventor creates innovative home and haircare items - Lisa LloydAlan interviews Lisa Lloyd. From consulting for Fortune 100 companies to helping new inventors, Lisa Lloyd's invention career spans 30 years. Today, she is helping a Korean company scout for new innovative products, while working on 4 new inventions of her own and mentoring other inventors. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at iTunes, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.TheInventionAccelerator.com 2024-02-2646 min
Beyond The Water CoolerOutstanding End-to-End Employee Experience with Mike MairI love talking with people about exceptional employee experience, and Mike Mair is one of those people who knows a thing or two about it. He is passionate about helping people grow and develop. This conversation is a step-by-step exploration of EX throughout the employee lifecycle. It follows a road map that includes:📌Recruitment📌Onboarding📌Training📌Work environment📌Leadership📌Strategy and vision📌Outstanding team📌High performance📌Balance📌People Development📌Culture📌Reward and recognition📌Accelerated learning📌Busin...2023-11-031h 09
Beyond The Water CoolerHumanising Capitalism to Shape Culture - Theran Knighton-Fitt, mygrowAre you a popcorn fan? You might rethink your love of it after hearing about Theran's experience. Role-modelling taking a sick day did not go as planned! Aside from dealing with his popcorn damage, Theran Knighton-Fitt of mygrow is on a mission. He is challenging the notion of culture as a means to an end when humans are turned into resources. Instead, Theran is redirecting the conversation to one that is more about being human in place of extracting value. It will be no surprise then to see some of what we tal...2023-07-071h 00
Beyond The Water Cooler“A Legal Perspective on Putting the Human Factor Back Into Business” - Roy MagaraThe multi-award-winning, author and very awesome Roy Magara provides a legal perspective on putting the human factor back into business. It was great being able to pick up the conversation from those that we had during the pandemic when we facilitated a number of webinars together. Why is it that so many legal cases continue to be brought to Roy's attention? He outlines cases where employers have been called out for not caring enough. And the increasing number of cases associated with mental health and the menopause. We tackle challenging issues such as employee...2023-06-301h 00
Beyond The Water CoolerRethinking Customer Experience - with Graham HillForbes has put together 101 of the best customer experience quotes. Only 3 of them feature employees, despite the fact customer experience relies on your workforce. Simon Sinek says: 👁️🗨️ “Customers will never love a company until the employees love it first.” And that's exactly what Graham Hill, from insight6, and I talk about in this episode of the podcast. We refocus the lens, shifting away from simply the customer, to the people within organisations that determine CX.One thing that has become very clear over recent years is the need to enable employees to have the best exper...2023-05-261h 01
Beyond The Water CoolerLiberating Cultures: Putting Psychological Safety into Practice - Sonali KumarakulasingheHow confident are you that every member of your team feels empowered and safe enough to contribute? That they are fully engaged? That their ideas are encouraged to emerge and germinate? That their experience day to day matches how they want to feel? In this episode of the podcast, Sonali Kumarakulasinghe, People and Culture Consultant at SK Consulting outlines TWO PRACTICAL APPROACHES that enable people to become more aware of themselves and their colleagues, to engage with meaningful change, and to strengthen team relationships. We unpick how LIBERATING STRUCTURES can be used to shape everyday int...2023-05-051h 03
Beyond The Water CoolerThe Power of Skeins - John Hibbs, CoEfficientJohn Hibbs, Co-Founder of CoEfficient, joins me to explore organisational performance from the human perspective.We discuss:🗣️ the Monergy Flow that links purpose with people, strategy, implementation and outcomes🗣️ common factors in successful companies🗣️ the disconnect between leadership perceptions and those of the wider workforce🗣️ organisational measures and mental health; the vital link🗣️ employee surveys: their limitations🗣️ data - the devil is in the detail (and what we choose to do with it)More about JohnJohn is CoFounder of CoEfficient. He is a serial entrepreneur and...2023-04-2858 min
Beyond The Water CoolerTrading Places: RESILIENCE FOR BUSINESS OWNERS - Lisa is interviewed by Get RadioI was recently invited to guest on Get Radio‘s The Business Brunch with Ben Thompson & Mike Foster. Each week, business leaders from across Oxfordshire join them for interviews and a round table discussion sharing their expertise, knowledge and experience.During the show, I had the opportunity to talk about my business, It’s Time for Change, and the topic of resilience for business owners, whilst giving really practical advice to business owners listening.We were joined by the fantastic Dave Greenaway of Life in Business, who was recently a guest on my podcast discussing resilience...2023-04-2143 min
Phoenix Rising: Descending into the Threads & Rising from the Roots.EP:088 Wake Up Mother with Sarah Lloyd & Kathy BellIn this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Lloyd and Kathy Bell as we dive into the inspiration, journey, and birth of the book, “Wake Up Mother” and the entire community surrounding it. We talk about the question “what does mother mean to you?” and how that question and the community of mothers they surrounded themselves with helped inspire the weaving and sewing of the book, which is a combination of their stories along with other mothers’ stories.
Becoming a mother and a space holder at the same time. The archetype of the mother.The innate desire and portal within the w...2023-04-031h 21
Beyond The Water CoolerB Corp: "More than sparkly hotpants" - Chris Williams, JenningsMarch is B Corp month and so who better to join me than Chris Williams, Sustainability Champion and Commercial Manager at Jennings, where they have just been awarded the badge?!In this conversation, Chris helps us to understand:What B Corp is actually aboutWhat prompted Jennings to pursue the B Corp routeWhat a values-based culture looks likeWhat the B Corp certification process involvesThe benefits of the B Corp accreditationHow to inspire companies to do business better, regardless of B CorpHow to get started and resources that help More about ChrisChris is offi...2023-03-241h 04
Touching Base: PR EditionTOUCHING BASE: Lisa LloydLisa Lloyd is the creator of Communications & Culture. In this episode, Lisa shares how she majored in sociology and how she thinks every PR professional needs knowledge in sociology to succeed. She goes on to talk about healthcare PR, that industry, and furthermore relationship building and its importance.
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Beyond The Water CoolerFrom Struggle to Strength: The Power of Resilience - Dave Greenaway, Life in BusinessHaving the "capacity to remain flexible in our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours when faced by life disruption, or extended periods of pressure" (Pemberton) is essential for resilience.It's fair to say that many of us still expect to come out the other side feeling like we've survived a storm. Yet, when we get resilience right, we should emerge feeling "stronger, wiser and more able."How do we do that? In this episode of the Beyond the Water Cooler podcast, Dave Greenaway and I discuss how to lean into adversity and to build...2023-02-101h 15
Beyond The Water CoolerThe Golden Threads - with Lisa LLoydIn this final episode of the series, Lisa highlights some of the key principles for successful growth in life and business. She discusses the relevance of getting employee experience right at a time when so many employees are feeling emotionally drained and therefore simply don't have the capacity to perform well. Lisa identifies key themes that have arisen from conversations with the guests and the over-arching messages about going back to basics regarding human relationships, and creating space. Which points inspire you to check out my guests' episodes?And how are you going to...2022-12-1619 min
Beyond The Water CoolerThe Power of Disruption - Sarah Page, OOMPHSarah Page, People Operations Lead at OOMPH has a diverse experience from working in public, private, start-up and corporate companies. She has learnt what works and what doesn't, to create a role in this new, award-winning business.We discuss... How Sarah has intentionally shaped a role that focuses on people over process.What are the key elements that have made the role, and her employer, so successfulThe impact of different approachesRevealing blind spots that lead to actionOpen mindset and a disruptive approach to workingCulture add vs fit for culture; the power of diversityThe hugely influential value f...2022-12-091h 07
Beyond The Water CoolerDon't be the brand who cried purpose - Sophie Turton & Alice Reeves, The Joyful"The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place." George Bernard ShawI’m delighted to be joined by two communication experts, Sophie Turton and Alice Reeves, Directors and Founders of The Joyful. They break down myths, challenge assumptions, get "ranty" about boxes, and really shine a new light on marketing. I loved this conversation! It was a lot of fun at the same time as communicating how we need to think about branding differently. From company culture, unpicking purpose and authentic leadership, to ESG and net positive impact, Sophie and A...2022-12-021h 02
Beyond The Water CoolerThe rePSYCHling of Talent - with Dr Tracy ReaDr Tracy Rea, Director and Founder of Talent Transfer Ltd, and Dr of Philosophy for talent transfer, joins me to discuss a much-needed perspective on rethinking skills, roles and people development.At a time when so many employees are considering new roles in new companies, there has never been a more important time to consider the talent agenda. The need to create the right environment to fast track people to achieve organisation goals is evident. Here, Tracy explains how and why.We discuss:Rethinking role boundaries to prioritise the skill set needed to meet st...2022-11-1858 min
Keeping Up With Chaos - From the Booth & BeyondAftermath of Hurricane Ian & Local Florida Relief Efforts | LisaS 3, EP 110 - This week The Chaos Keepers chat with Lisa, who is one of the many helping to connect the dots, organize and create opportunities to help people in SW Florida, who've been severely affected by Hurricane Ian. The very first few days after the hurricane cleared, Lisa helped organize a donation drop-off along with an Amazon donation list for much needed items, for all the amazing Line Men who came to Florida, from all over the US, to help restore power and more. Many women, moms, families who were less impacted, banned together to bring flats of Gatorade...2022-10-2056 min