In a special episode, Matt interviews Geraldine Sharpe-Newton about her 40-year career in communication using Business Meerkat cards. They discuss career milestones, mentoring, scripted conversations, and the relationship between communication skills and leadership. They also touch on personal growth, diversity, tarot reading, and the earth element.
Engaging with others and taking risks defines freedom in personal development.
Exploring career narratives through card readings highlights adaptability and the importance of mentorship.
Deep dives
Definition of Freedom and Embracing Risks
Freedom was defined as engaging with others, taking risks, and exploring various activities for growth. The challenge proposed by Tamandra Hartmas at her book launch was to step out of one's comfort zone, encouraging experimentation and risk-taking as essential components of personal development.
Milestones within the Podcast
The podcast celebrated diverse milestones, including commemorating its 300th episode. Previous centenary editions involved guest blog posts and a pub meet-up. The significant impact of the podcast on professionals like Professor Nancy Doyle's career trajectory was acknowledged.
New Podcast Venture - 'Career on the Cards'
Introducing a new podcast segment called 'Career on the Cards', aiming to explore career narratives through card readings. The concept involves drawing random cards to delve into individuals' past, present, and future career experiences.
Reflection on Career Evolution and Mentorship
Geraldine Sharpe Newton shares insights on her career journey, emphasizing adaptability, curiosity, and the mentor-mentee dynamic. The importance of multi-generational interactions in fostering learning and development is highlighted, showcasing how mentorship aids in personal and professional growth.
Continuing in our 8-year tradition of our Centennial editions of WB-40 not being an episode of WB-40, to celebrate 300 episodes of the show, here’s a totally different podcast for you.
Career on the Cards is a pilot of a new podcast that Matt dreamed up a few months ago. On this first episode he has the joy of interviewing Geraldine Sharpe-Newton about her long and fascinating career in the world of communication.
He does so through the magic of his Business Meerkat cards. Here are the cards that were drawn to help Geraldine tell her story…
What do you think? Please let us know if there are legs in this idea!
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