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A place where we discuss and share our thoughts on various topics all focussed on making life and work a better experience for everyone.
Join our hosts and guests as we explore topics ranging from leadership, workplace, culture and many more.
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In this delightful episode of "I Love It Here," our cheerful hosts, Jonathan, West, and Caleb, dive into a heartwarming discussion about gratitude, the joys of bone-conducting headphones, and the magic of positive vibes during tough times. They ponder the art of saying "no" with confidence, the importance of aligning technology with purpose, and the beauty of creating a workplace brimming with trust, authenticity, and open conversation. They also touch on the challenges of technology in meeti...
In this lively episode of "I Love It Here," our hosts Caleb and Paul chat with the charismatic Saad Qureshi from Metron College about the ins and outs of management development. Saad shares his personal journey from managing at 17 to becoming a senior executive, highlighting the importance of equipping managers with the right skills, especially since many stumble into their roles unprepared. The conversation dances around the evolution of management, the blending of leadership skills, and the...
In this episode of the "I Love It Here" podcast, we engage in a multifaceted discussion encompassing gratitude, home improvement, DIY, birthdays, and the essence of good conversations. We explore the balance between technology and human interaction, particularly the role of AI in communication and daily tasks. Our conversation also covers personal approaches to time management, productivity, and the joy of entertainment, from TV shows to music. Throughout, the importance of prioritizing human...
In this year-end reflection, Paul, Caleb, and Jonathan discuss their personal and professional achievements, changes, and experiences from the past year. They share their thoughts on standing desks, personal growth and the importance of family. They also discuss their hobbies and passions, including street art, drumming, and cooking. The conversation includes reflections on personal growth, finding purpose, and the importance of enjoying life. They share their experiences of attending a memor...
In this podcast episode, hosts Caleb and Paul discuss their recent experiences, including attending the Learning Tech Awards and enjoying a gala dinner. They reflect on the efficiency of the event and express gratitude for various things. They also discuss the importance of a growth mindset, the role of leaders in encouraging this, and the need for support and encouragement. The hosts also share their experiences as judges for an award ceremony and emphasize the importance of authenticity in ...
In this episode of the "I Love It Here" podcast, hosts Caleb Foster, Paul Westlake, and Jonathan Cooper discuss their recent activities, experiences, and gratitude. They talk about their love for coffee, the importance of keeping up with various skills in their work, and the role of learning and development in organizations. The hosts also discuss the challenge of measuring the impact of learning and development efforts. They highlight the importance of effective onboarding in organizations a...
OverviewIn this podcast episode, Caleb, Paul and Jonathan discuss various topics, such as their recent activities, including vacations and experiences with playing bowls. They express gratitude for different aspects of their lives, such as holidays and learning new skills. They also delve into the concept of personal purpose, reflecting on their own desires and qualities they want to be known for. The conversation touches on education, self-worth, and the idea of destiny versus creating purpo...
In this episode of "I Love It Here," the Caleb, Paul and Jonathan along with guest Sophie Costin from MakeReal discuss gratitude, immersive learning, virtual reality technology, and gentle parenting. They share personal stories and experiences, highlighting the positive impact of gratitude and the potential of immersive learning and virtual reality in various fields. They also explore the concept of gentle parenting and its parallels with coaching and leadership in the business worl...
In this episode of "I Love It Here," we dive into a variety of topics related to making life and work a better experience for everyone. We start by sharing what we are grateful for, with Jonathan talking about his new electric bike, Paul mentioning his daughter's hard work and upcoming holidays and Caleb discussing a great conversation he recently had with Dominic Monkhouse.Dominic talks about the importance of helping businesses and organizations get clarity on their vision for the future. H...
In this episode of "I Love It Here," we had the pleasure of speaking with Gemma Sandwell, an energy alignment coach. Gemma shared her journey from working in the corporate world to setting up her own business and how she overcame extreme social anxiety using positive psychology. We also discussed the pressure of being a highly sensitive person (HSP) in a corporate environment and the importance of psychological safety and a growth mindset.Gemma emphasized the need for self-awareness and under...
In this episode of "I Love It Here," we dive into the art of storytelling and its importance in the business world. Our guest, Andrew Thorp, is a professional storyteller and a storytelling coach and consultant who helps technically trained professionals communicate their message in a more creative and engaging way using storytelling techniques.We discuss the role of storytelling in soft persuasion and brand storytelling. We also touch on the importance of understanding the audience and adapt...
In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with our special guest, James McLuckie, about learning and development and the hospitality industry. James is the Chief Learning Officer at Mapal and shared his insights on enhancing the learning experience for people, the challenges facing the hospitality industry, and the potential benefits of AI in the field.Before diving into the main topics, we also shared our gratitude moments for the month, discussing the importance of staying connected ...
Collaboration over Competition: Shifting the mindset to create a stronger business In this episode, the team chat about the importance of connecting with people professionally, creating synergy and forging genuine relationships based on trust through meaningful collaboration. As well as the sentiment behind the change of season and the fresh start this can give us to think differently this year. We explore how being deliberate with those who share the same values and approach...
Are you feeling optimistic about the new year? In our latest podcast episode, we discuss our observations on the current business environment, the importance of purpose and partnerships, and how to achieve success in the current climate.Despite media reports of a cost of living crisis and a potential recession, we share our positive experiences of businesses having money to invest in the right places and the opportunities available for those who partner with the right organizations. We also n...
In this episode, we reflect on our journey with the I Love it Here podcast and the fun we've had along the way so far in 2022.We discuss how we see the world of work progressing and recall our thoughts about the value each of our guests has added to all of us.As always we all reflect on our gratitude over the last year and what we are excited about in 2023.What was your favourite single day/single event of the year?What was the best thing you built/created?What was the most impactful decision...
Shain Traill, Director at FirstMedia joins us on the I love it here podcast.Shane is a Director at FirstMedia, a digital learning agency and is searching for his nickname.We explore how Firstmedia has adapted and operate with a global and remote workforce and how that supports culture and connection in the business. Shane explains how this has supported encouraging improved behaviours and alternative skillsets, and the challenges to working remotely.We discuss how humans can really connect wi...
Paul Coates, Head of Consultancy at Franklin Covey Europe joins us on the podcast.Paul heads up consultancy for Franklin Covey across five European businesses. He elaborates on how Franklin Covey's aspiration is to be the 'most trusted leadership company in the world'. We talk about the lightning storm for great leadership that Franklin Covey are supporting their clients with and how to amplify this. How they combine content, people and technology to enhance leadership and make a real im...
Chris Skinner, Learning & Development Specialist at Spotify and self-proclaimed 'Weird Person' joins us on the podcast.He confesses he feels like he's found his forever home at Spotify after making lots of mistakes and learning from them. He advocates experiencing lots of roles to be able to find out what fits with you and the organisation and talks about an environment that supports failure to continue to learn.Chris encourages an approach of failing fast, learning from it, trying stuff ...
Ian Sarson, Chairman and Director of MESEJ (https://www.mesej.global), Executive Coach and Former Managing Director of Compass Group Plc joins us.We talk to Ian about his background in hospitality, experience as a senior executive in the world's largest hospitality businesses and his passion for learning and education.We chat about his connection with the hospitality industry, how the industry's key focus is 'to give pleasure and how this translates to all businesses. We have a giggle about h...
Todd Hanisch, Global Talent, Leadership and Culture Partner at Ocado Group joins us.We have a conversation about how a global business can drive the right culture forward and the challenges that pose. We discuss how tech and people can work together to create continuous innovation and enrich people, businesses and shareholders.As always we have a giggle and a bit of lighthearted chat about other stuff that springs to mind as well. Linkshttps://www.ocadogroup.comConnectIf you'd like to connect...
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