The Green Room: Questions That Matter Most In Business

Every five years, we put a cross on a piece of paper – and put it in a ballot box. It’s a democratic right. A civic duty. An opportunity to have a say on what matters to us in our communities. 2024 is a big year for elections. Because more of us than ever before will be going to the polls around the globe. In the US. The UK. India. Taiwan. Mexico. South Africa. And many more. And there’s a lot at stake – from the rise of the far right and soaring inflation to ongoing geopolitical conflicts and the climate emergency. But voting is one thing. Making change happen, is another altogether. For this episode, we’re joined by Rt Hon Caroline Flint, former MP and Government Minister for the Labour party, and Ian Stewart, Chief Economist at Deloitte, as we ask: Do elections change anything?  Tune in to find out:  What we can learn from past elections to make future elections count How governments can balance short-term issues and long-term challenges Which issues matter most to voters right now How elections impact business – and how businesses can be prepared   Enjoyed this episode? Check our website for our recommendations to learn more about this topic: deloitte.co.uk/greenroompodcasts You can also watch our episodes on Youtube: youtube.com/@DeloitteUK  Check out Change Please here:  changeplease.org Guests: Rt Hon Caroline Flint, former MP for the Labour party and Advisory Board Member for think tank Reform, and Ian Stewart, Chief Economist at Deloitte Hosts: Ethan Worth and Annie Wong Original music: Ali Barrett  

Can you imagine your life without the internet?  It’s a platform that’s brought about enormous benefits over the years.  The internet has opened up opportunities for millions of us worldwide, from being able to find information and expressing ourselves to transforming the way we do business.  But for kids, the internet can sometimes be a confusing, upsetting, or a scary place, and figuring out how to stay safe online is an important skillset for children to gain.  In this episode, we’re joined by Amanda Storey, Managing Director, Trust & Safety at Google EMEA and Nick Seeber who leads our Global Internet Regulation offering. Tune in to find out: The role of the internet, how it’s evolved and the challenges around regulation How both Amanda and Nick are driving regulation in their own work The role of education, business and internet companies on kids’ online safety The safety measures and regulation processes we can implement for a better future Enjoyed this episode? Check our website for our recommendations to learn more about this topic: deloitte.co.uk/greenroompodcasts You can also watch our episodes over on YouTube: youtube.com/@DeloitteUK  Guests: Amanda Storey, Managing Director, Trust & Safety at Google EMEA and Nick Seeber, Deloitte’s Global Internet Regulation lead. Hosts: Lizzie Elston and Ethan Worth Original music: Ali Barrett

Once we huddled around campfires, now we huddle around phone screens.   Once we hunted and gathered, now there’s an app for that.   Once we used the stars to navigate the wild, now we’re in a digital jungle.   Modern technology has managed to make our lives easier and more complicated all at the same time. And then there’s the emerging technology to keep up with too.  What skills do we need to be able to manage this constant change? How do we make sure no one gets left behind? And what about the things that can’t be taught through a screen?   For this episode, we’re joined by Bear Grylls OBE, adventurer and broadcaster, and Shilpa Shah, Digital Transformation Director at Deloitte, as we ask: What are the new survival skills?  Tune in to find out:  The technology that saved Bear while he was out in the wilderness Why the skills that we need to survive have changed over time What ‘a survivor attitude’ is and how to have one How we can ensure everyone has the skills to survive – and to thrive Guests: Bear Grylls OBE, adventurer and broadcaster, and Shilpa Shah, Digital Transformation Director at Deloitte Enjoyed this episode? Check our website for our recommendations to learn more about this topic: deloitte.co.uk/greenroompodcasts You can also watch our episodes on Youtube: youtube.com/@DeloitteUK  Check out Loaf Catering here: loafcatering.com Hosts: Lizzie Elston and Annie Wong Original music: Ali Barrett  

When we think of great leaders, influential visionaries come to mind. Pioneers in the corporate world. People who take risks, open doors and inspire others to step into their footsteps. But is the concept of a leader changing? And is it about finding who you are as a leader vs trying to fit into expectations of what a leader should be? In this episode, we’re joined by Jonathan Mildenhall, curator of A Colourful View From the Top and Co-Founder and Chairman of TwentyFirstCenturyBrand and Tim Clayton-Ball, who runs our global Deloitte Leadership practice, to ask: Are leaders born or made? Tune in to find out: ·        Jonathan and Tim’s definition of a leader ·        How leadership has evolved over the years ·        Leadership styles and whether we all have a natural ability to lead ·        Advice for future leaders and businesses who want to lead on what matters Enjoyed this episode? Check our website for our recommendations to learn more about this topic: deloitte.co.uk/greenroompodcasts You can also watch our episodes over on YouTube: youtube.com/@DeloitteUK Guests: Jonathan Mildenhall, curator of A Colourful View From the Top and Co-Founder and Chairman of TwentyFirstCenturyBrand and Tim Clayton-Ball, who runs our global Deloitte Leadership practice.   Hosts: Lizzie Elston and Annie Wong Original music: Ali Barrett

Every one of us has dreams. A desire to make a difference on the things that matter to us. A vision for change, from the project we’re working on to our local community. Without action, a vision will merely be a dream. But a vision that many people believe in? Now that can change the world – ask any great leader. So how do you get this buy-in? Should that be the first step? Or is it something that follows only once you have a vision you can share with others? That’s what we’re exploring in the latest episode of The Green Room podcast with examples from elite sport and the business world. Our guests, World Cup-winning former England rugby coach Sir Clive Woodward, and executive coach and Deloitte director Jess Dooley, know all about the role that leaders and teams play in realising a vision and what it takes to get there. We ask them, does it all start with having a clear vision? Or do you need to get buy-in first? How do you sell your plans to people around you? And do you need to adapt your style to bring different types of people with you? Do you build your ideas up from testing or sell them in first? Do people buy into a leader before they buy into a vision? What if the team don’t agree on our vision or don’t buy into our method to get there? Do you need both to succeed?  What if you have buy-in but no clear vision yet – is that an issue? And what techniques can anyone apply help make their plans a reality? For this episode of The Green Room, we ask: What comes first, vision or buy-in? Tune in to find out: How team dynamics influence (nearly) everything How Sir Clive sold his vision to transform England rugby Jess’ take on whether teams or leaders should lead on buy-in If business should learn from sport or if sport can learn from business   Enjoyed this episode? Check our website for our recommendations to learn more about this topic: deloitte.co.uk/greenroompodcasts   You can also watch our episodes on Youtube: youtube.com/@DeloitteUK   Guests: Sir Clive Woodward, former England Rugby World Cup winning coach and Jess Dooley, Growth Director in Deloitte’s Sports Business Group. Hosts: Ethan Worth and Lizzie Elston Technical support: Deloitte Creative Studio Original music: Ali Barrett  

Astronaut. Dancer. Footballer. Pop star. Many of us will remember our childhood ambitions. But then life happens. We get an education. We’re forced to make a choice between one route or another. Wherever we want to get to, or redirect to, it’s about knowing what we want – and feeling capable. It’s about knowing where we could be – and feeling supported. It’s about raising aspirations – and overcoming limitations. It’s about defining success – and finding happiness. Whatever those might mean to you. We’re wondering, does where you start still matter? How much do our backgrounds determine our future success? How do you discover what you want to do – and where you could go? How important is it seeing people like you succeed? And how can you pave your own way? For this episode, we’re joined by Aziza Ajak, Vice Principal of a London school and trustee for Mission 44, and Ben Newton, the first of Deloitte’s Brightstart apprentices to be promoted to partner.Tune in to find out: Why our guests believe networking should be taught at school The lessons that Aziza and Ben learnt early in their career journeys What happens after you achieve your goals – and what happens if you don’t The best piece of advice our guests have for our listeners   Enjoyed this episode? Check our website for our recommendations to learn more about this topic: deloitte.co.uk/greenroompodcasts You can also watch our episodes on Youtube: youtube.com/@DeloitteUK Check out Loaf Catering here: loafcatering.com Guests: Aziza Ajak, vice principal and Mission 44 trustee and Ben Newton, partner at Deloitte. Hosts: Ethan Worth and Annie Wong Technical support: Deloitte Creative Studio  Original music: Ali Barrett

It’s hard to beat the feeling of momentum building around something you care about. That positive energy and progress towards hitting your goals and climbing to new heights is infectious. It builds confidence and motivation – leading to even more success. But momentum can be gone just as quick as it arrives. So how do you build on it when it matters most? Nowhere is momentum building faster than women’s football.    For this episode, we invited Baroness Karren Brady, Vice Chairman of West Ham United FC, and Tim Bridge, Lead Partner for the Sports Business Group at Deloitte UK into our studio at Leaders Week 2023 at Twickenham Stadium. Tune in to find out: How Baroness Brady and Tim Bridge define momentum How to build on momentum and utilise its power Baroness Brady’s direct experience on building momentum in women’s football What businesses and future leaders can learn on turning positive energy into meaningful change and transformation   Enjoyed this episode? Check our website for our recommendations to learn more about this topic: deloitte.co.uk/greenroompodcasts You can also watch our episodes over on YouTube: youtube.com/@DeloitteUK   Guests: Baroness Karren Brady, Vice Chairman of West Ham United, a Peer in the House of Lords, recognised businesswoman and TV personality and Tim Bridge, Lead Partner for the Sports Business Group at Deloitte UK.  Hosts: George Parrett and Ethan Worth Technical support: Deloitte Creative Studio  Original music: Ali Barrett

Exploring how to make a systemic shift towards sustainability, discussing the role of individuals, businesses, and governments. Topics include redefining consumerism, vintage clothing becoming mainstream, businesses changing in response to the climate crisis, the importance of the 'kindness economy', and individual actions in sustainability. Also covers the frustration over unimplemented solutions, corporate sustainability reporting, and the need for collective effort and systems change.

Exploring the importance of belonging and the challenges faced by black individuals in achieving it. They discuss code switching, the pressure of being a role model, and the need for more diversity in society. Guests share their journey of starting a magazine to promote positive role models and highlight the significance of finding like-minded individuals.

The podcast discusses the implications of a world where everyone lives to 100, including the effects on healthcare and the significance of social connections. They explore the potential of technology in improving healthcare systems. They also discuss the challenges businesses face in adapting to a longer living society and the role they can play in promoting better health outcomes. The podcast concludes with advice on how to live to 100 and the implications of everyone living longer.