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Penny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceWhy presentation skills training isn't always the answerPenny Haslam Podcast - Why presentation skills training isn't always the answer. When someone in your team struggles to speak up or seems unsure of themselves, it’s tempting to reach for a quick solution: presentation skills training.It’s neat. It’s available. And it feels like you’re taking action. But in many cases, it’s a veneer-thin fix.Yes, presentation skills training can be great for learning how to structure a talk, use slides well or engage an audience.But if the real problem runs deeper, it won’t help. In fact, it...2025-05-1207 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceHow to ask great questionsPenny Haslam Podcast - How to ask great questions. Questions, we ask them all the time, don’t we? In meetings, in conversations with colleagues, when we’re getting to know clients, and even when we’re networking at events. But how often do we actually stop and think about the questions we’re asking? How to ask great questionsHear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2025-03-0508 min
Workplace Confidence PodcastHow HR can gain influence at board level - Carolyn ColeWorkplace Confidence Podcast - How HR can gain influence at board level with Carolyn Cole.In this episode of the Workplace Confidence Podcast, Penny Haslam talks to Carolyn Cole about how HR leaders can secure a seat at the boardroom table and influence top-level decisions.Carolyn, a seasoned Chief People Officer with private equity experience, explains why HR is often an afterthought in growing businesses and why it shouldn’t be. She shares practical tips on stepping up to board level, including why financial acumen matters, how speaking the CEO’s language builds confi...2025-02-0441 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceFive ways HR leaders can elevate their influencePenny Haslam Podcast - Five ways HR leaders can elevate their influence. In this episode, we’re tackling a big challenge: why HR expertise is so often missing from the boardroom and how you can change that. With workforce issues topping strategic priorities, it’s time for HR leaders to step up and claim their seat at the table. Penny shares five practical ways to boost your influence, build strategic relationships and confidently link HR initiatives to business goals. Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2025-01-0805 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceComing 2025: Workplace Confidence - The bookPenny Haslam Podcast - Coming 2025: Workplace Confidence - The Book. I've recently started work on my third book which will probably be called Workplace Confidence. It's all about building self-belief for you, your team and your organisation. In this episode a sample from one of the "how to" chapters on self-talk. Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2024-12-1012 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceBeat the self-belief thiefPenny Haslam Podcast - Beat the self-belief thief. In this episode, confidence thieves. Those people or moments that swoop in and swipe your self-belief right out from under you. They’re real, persistent and they can strike at any time. But don’t worry, I’ve got some great advice to help you spot them, protect yourself and even bounce back stronger.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2024-11-1508 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceHow to ask for feedbackPenny Haslam Podcast - How to ask for feedback. In this episode Penny reflects on a personal feedback disaster and offers her best advice on how to choose the right time, place and person to comment on your work. Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2024-10-2808 minWorkplace Confidence PodcastInclusive recruitment, why two unconscious biases are better than one at BPP - Jen HulmeWorkplace Confidence Podcast - Inclusive recruitment, why two unconscious biases are better than one at BPP with Jen Hulme. In this episode, Penny Haslam talks with Jen Hulme, a passionate talent acquisition leader at BPP, a leading UK provider of professional education in law, business, finance and healthcare. Jen shares her fresh approach to recruitment, focusing on the art of recruiting rather than specialising in a single industry. She believes that by mastering recruitment skills, you can succeed across various sectors, making the process more dynamic and insightful.Jen explains how BPP attracts to...2024-09-2935 min
Penny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceNEW! Introducing the Workplace Confidence PodcastPenny Haslam has a brand new show called the Workplace Confidence Podcast. It's the place where people professionals share the great work they do. In each episode hear from leaders in HR, L&D, D&I and more as they share their insights, best practices and tips about making a real difference in the world of work.In this preview episode, Penny Haslam talks with Charlotte Dean, founder of P3 People Management, Charlotte discusses the importance of understanding a company’s culture and values and how she helps organisations become more people-centric by asking the right questions an...2024-09-2430 minWorkplace Confidence PodcastBuilding a legacy, leading with empathy and purpose at Property Tectonics - Esther BradyWorkplace Confidence Podcast - Building a legacy, leading with empathy and purpose at Property Tectonics with Esther Brady. In this episode, Penny Haslam is in conversation with Esther Brady, Managing Director of Property Tectonics, a property and construction consultancy known for blending professional services with innovative software solutions. Esther shares her journey from working on reception to leading the company, highlighting how her unconventional path and commitment to servant leadership have shaped her approach to business and people management.Esther talks about the unexpected challenges she faced when her father, the company founder, passed away, t...2024-09-2434 minWorkplace Confidence PodcastHow to lead smart people at Signature Discovery - James EdgarWorkplace Confidence Podcast - How to lead smart people at Signature Discovery with James Edgar. In this episode, Penny Haslam chats with James Edgar, Chief People Officer at Signature Discovery, an outsourced provider of early-stage drug discovery services for biotech and pharma companies. James brings a unique perspective to the role with a background in media, advertising, investment banking and even private prisons. Now at Signature Discovery, he’s driving growth in a rapidly expanding company that specialises in cutting-edge science, including oncology and Alzheimer’s research.James shares how his diverse career path an...2024-09-2428 minWorkplace Confidence PodcastRedefining success for women in law and leadership - Jane AyadurayWorkplace Confidence Podcast - Redefining success for women in law and leadership with Jane Ayaduray.In this episode, Penny Haslam is joined by Jane Ayaduray, Director of Global Diversity and Inclusion at a global law firm. Jane shares her unconventional journey into the world of diversity and inclusion, a path she stumbled upon by accident when she mistakenly applied for a job she didn’t realise was in D&I. From this unexpected start, Jane has forged a successful career championing diversity, equity and inclusion across multiple industries and continents.Jane reflects on her diverse ro...2024-09-2443 minWorkplace Confidence PodcastPeople centric business at P3 People Management - Charlotte DeanWorkplace Confidence Podcast - Building people centric businesses at P3 People Management with Charlotte Dean. In this episode, Penny Haslam talks with Charlotte Dean, founder of P3 People Management, about her journey from the corporate world to supporting small and medium-sized businesses with their people strategies. Charlotte shares how she started P3 with a passion for working with companies that truly value their people and how her approach has evolved to focus on those who see their employees as more than just resources but as integral to their brand and success.Charlotte discusses the importance o...2024-09-2431 minWorkplace Confidence PodcastWhat is ESG? People, planet, purpose at Davies - Gillie FairbrotherWorkplace Confidence Podcast - What is ESG? People, planet, purpose at Davies with Gillie Fairbrother. In this episode, Penny Haslam chats with Gillie Fairbrother, Global Responsible Business Officer at Davies a professional services and technology company. Gillie shares her unconventional journey from media and wellness into the corporate world, now leading ESG initiatives with a focus on making businesses more viable and sustainable.Gillie describes her role as being an "air traffic controller" for responsible business practices across Davies and explains how she reframes ESG - often seen as a corporate buzzword - into something m...2024-09-2434 minWorkplace Confidence PodcastDisrupting higher education and empowering people at UA92 - Ian TurnerWorkplace Confidence Podcast - Disrupting higher education and empowering people at UA92 with Ian Turner.In this episode, Penny Haslam speaks with Ian Turner, Chief of People and Place at UA92 (University Academy 92). Ian shares how UA92, co-founded by Gary Neville and the Class of 92 footballers alongside Lancaster University, is revolutionising higher education by focusing on social mobility and accessibility. With initiatives like the Make It For Real campaign, UA92 helps remove financial and logistical barriers, offering bursaries, tech support and even meals to students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.Ian reflects on the rapid growth...2024-09-2435 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceGet your people bragging, with brag books!Penny Haslam Podcast - Does you people strategy need brag books? In this episode, brag books - a simple, free, and incredibly practical tool to boost confidence and prepare individuals for success at work. A brag book is all about collecting your wins, positive feedback and skills you’ve developed. They're very useful for performance reviews and career conversations can be daunting, especially when you can’t recall the details of your achievements.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2024-09-1606 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceThe power of reflective practicePenny Haslam Podcast - The power of reflective practice. Have you ever considered the power of reflective practice in your professional life? If not, it might be time to start! Reflective practice, sometimes known as journaling or diarising, is the simple yet profound act of writing down your thoughts, experiences, and reactions to better understand yourself and your work. It's a tool that's often used in sectors like healthcare, education, and social work, but its benefits are universal and can be a game-changer in any professional context.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2024-08-1910 minWorkplace Confidence PodcastWorkplace Confidence Podcast - TrailerWelcome to the Workplace Confidence Podcast with Penny Haslam - the podcast where people professionals share the great work they do. Each episode is your chance to hear directly from experts and leaders from HR, L&D, D&I and more. They’re here to share their insights, best practices, and practical tips that you can use to make a real difference in your workplace.We cover the topics that are on your mind - whether it’s finding new ways to align HR strategies across global teams or giving your L&D p...2024-08-1401 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and Confidence5 Warning signs that your team needs executive coachingPenny Haslam Podcast - 5 Warning signs that your team needs executive coaching. From self-doubt to burnout and resistance to change, Penny reveals her signals that your leaders may need coaching help. Read the transcript: 5 Warning signs that your team needs executive coaching. Penny Haslam is an award-winning female motivational speaker in the UK and executive coach.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-12-0712 min
Penny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceIntroducing: Media Training PodcastThis time I’d like to share a brand new podcast with you from the producer of my show. It’s called the Media Training Podcast. It’s packed with practical tips and brilliant advice on how to make the most of opportunities to raise your profile on TV, Radio and Podcasts. It’s hosted by my business partner at Bit Famous – Steve Blears. Listen to all episodes of the Media Training Podcast. Media Training UK.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-11-2012 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidencePenny Haslam's Confidence KeynotePenny Haslam Podcast - Penny Haslam's Confidence Keynote. In this motivational talk, Penny shares her steps to unshakeable confidence for individuals, teams, and organisations. Book Penny Haslam female motivational speaker UKHear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-09-1540 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceWhat are the steps to self-confidence?Penny Haslam Podcast - What are the steps to self-confidence? Penny shares her top three ideas to building self-belief. Penny Haslam's Confidence Book will be published in 2024. Penny Haslam female motivational speaker UKHear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-09-0708 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceWhat is the most powerful way to build confidence?Penny Haslam Podcast - What is the most powerful way to build confidence? In this episode, Penny believes the best way is to discuss your confidence levels and accept you can't be 100% confident all of the time. Penny Haslam's Confidence Book will be published in 2024. Penny Haslam female motivational speaker UKHear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-08-2307 min
My Garden Podcast - Gardening PodcastWho stole the apples?Gardening Podcast - Who stole the apples? All the apples have disappeared from Penny's apple tree, but who's eaten them? The culprit is closer to home than Penny first thought. Watch this gardening podcast episode.https://gardenpodcast.co.uk/2023-08-0512 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceHow to host an awesome meetingPenny Haslam Podcast - How to host an awesome meeting. In this episode how offering to host an amazing workplace meeting is a great way to be seen, get impact, and raise your profile at work. Discover group executive coaching for women by Penny Haslam.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-06-2910 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceKickstart a conversation about confidencePenny Haslam Podcast - Kickstart a conversation about confidence. Just starting a conversation about confidence with your people can boost engagement, performance, encourage innovation and reduce stress. So how do you get started? Discover the confidence workshop. Penny Haslam's Confidence Book will be released in 2024. Discover group executive coaching for women by Penny Haslam. Penny Haslam female motivational speaker UKHear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-06-0507 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceHow to speak in meetings with confidence and authorityPenny Haslam Podcast - How to speak in meetings with confidence and authority. In this episode, the challenges faced by many women in business meetings and how to overcome them. Penny Haslam's Confidence Book will be released in 2024. Discover group executive coaching for women by Penny Haslam. Penny Haslam female motivational speaker UKHear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-05-2408 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceHow do I get invited on a panel discussion?Penny Haslam Podcast - How do I get invited on a panel discussion? In this guide, Penny Haslam walks you through chapter 8 of her book Panel Discussions - The Ultimate Guide with ideas and techniques to find panel discussions to appear on.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-03-0909 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceDo I need coaching? Five questions to askPenny Haslam Podcast - Do I need coaching? Five questions to ask. In this episode could coaching be the answer to that career thing you need to change or make progress on? Discover coaching for career confidence, executive presence, and presentation skills from Bit Famous.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-02-1510 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceFive steps to banish boring trainingPenny Haslam Podcast - Five steps to banish boring training. In this episode, Penny reveals her five secrets to engaging and successful learning. Penny Haslam is the MD and founder of Bit Famous, We help people communicate with confidence. Discovered coaching and training from Bit Famous. Penny Haslam female motivational speaker UKHear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-01-1815 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceAre you a great speaker or just good enough?Penny Haslam Podcast - Are you a great speaker or just good enough? Too often people feel unable to feedback on talks by their most senior leaders. Penny shares the common mistakes made by CEOs in their keynotes. Presentation skills training from Bit Famous.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2023-01-0512 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceSet your work and personal goals for the year aheadPenny Haslam Podcast - Set your work and personal goals for the year ahead. It’s not succeeding (or failing) at the goal that is of importance. It’s more about the progress toward the goal. Think about what you want and then schedule little pockets of time for small steps towards it. Watch the video: Set your work and personal goals. Executive Coaching from Bit Famous.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2022-12-1306 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceExecutive presence, how to get somePenny Haslam Podcast - Executive presence, how to get some. Leaders who possess strong executive presence inspire employees at every level. In this episode, Penny Haslam explains what it takes to get some. Discover executive coaching and training at Bit Famous. Enable your talented women to communicate with impact and self-belief.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2022-10-3006 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceMindset tricks for confident, engaging presentationsPenny Haslam Podcast - Mindset tricks for confident, engaging presentations. How focusing on your mindset will radically improve your performance while presenting. Penny Haslam's Confidence Book will be released in 2024. Discover group executive coaching for women by Penny Haslam. Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2022-10-2807 min
Penny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidencePanel Discussions - The Ultimate Guide - Audiobook FREE chapterPenny Haslam Podcast - Panel Discussions - The Ultimate Guide - Audiobook FREE chapter. In this bonus episode, Penny reads a chapter from the ultimate guide to moderating and appearing on panel discussions. Buy the audiobook: https://pennyhaslam.co.uk/panel-discussions/Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2022-07-2505 min
Penny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceMake Yourself a Little Bit Famous - Audiobook FREE chapterPenny Haslam Podcast - Make Yourself a Little Bit Famous - Audiobook FREE chapter. In this bonus episode, Penny reads a chapter from her first business guide which will show you how to power up your profile and get known for what you do. Buy the audiobook: https://makeyourselfalittlebitfamous.com/Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2022-07-2511 minPenny Haslam Podcast - Communication and ConfidenceSheryl Sandberg & The Power of VisibilityPenny Haslam Podcast - Sheryl Sandberg & The Power of Visibility. After the recent departure of Facebook's (Meta's) Sheryl Sandberg, Penny reflects on the impact of the Lean In movement and her own attempts to solve the issues facing women in leadership. Watch Penny Haslam's 2015 Tedx talk: The Power of Visibility. Discover Penny's programme for women leaders: Enable your talented women to communicate with impact and self-belief.Hear all episodes of the Penny Haslam Podcast.2022-07-0710 min