Helping Organisations Thrive with Julian Roberts

Today, Carl Hewitt shares the challenges and lessons he has learnt since starting his first business at the age of 15. From customising Xbox controllers at 15, to now becoming the managing director of Hewitt Matthews, a digital marketing agency, Carl has gained a myriad of wisdom and advice on how to overcome challenges. Carl firstly shares the challenges that he faced as a young business owner, pointing out the biggest challenge was surprisingly the lack of network, rather than being “young”, as such. With the limited responsibilities that often come with being young, Carl shares how at the time, their fear of failure was minimal, therefore allowing them to take big risks and ultimately grow the business faster. Now with more responsibility, Carl expresses the importance of being self-aware, and continuing to take risks, always keeping in mind that whatever the outcome, it too shall pass.   Connect with Carl: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carl-hewitt/ Website: http://www.hewittmatthews.co.uk/     ########## This podcast is brought to in association with Lodge Court, who are Experts in HR.  They can support you with every people issue you may face. So, focus on what you do best and let Lodge Court deliver your HR support as an extension of your business with a tailored, flexible monthly retained package that is right for you and your people. Please contact them on this link: https://www.lodgecourt.com/podcast ##########   If you are looking for a Blueprint to help you and your business manage uncertainty, deal with failure and navigate change then reach out to Julian on the link below. https://calendly.com/julianroberts/45min   https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/

Hari Budha Magar shares his astonishing life-changing story, which is the epitome of inspiration. Whilst serving for his country in the British Gurkha regiment in Afghanistan, Hari lost both of his legs. Hari shares his story from the event itself to the ups and downs throughout his journey of facing adversity. Despite this huge life-altering challenge, Hari refused to let it define him and his limits and thus embarked on multiple adventures: From jumping out of a plane to recently becoming the first double above-the-knee amputee to summit Mount Everest. Harri discusses the mental and physical challenges of his Everest adventure, truly demonstrating and advocating that a disability does not have to limit your capabilities or dreams.   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVTSprPgDqc   Connect with Hari: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hari-budha-magar-b8ab6564/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hari_budha_magar/ Website: https://www.haribudhamagar.com/     ########## This podcast is brought to in association with Lodge Court, who are Experts in HR.  They can support you with every people issue you may face. So, focus on what you do best and let Lodge Court deliver your HR support as an extension of your business with a tailored, flexible monthly retained package that is right for you and your people. Please contact them on this link: https://www.lodgecourt.com/podcast ##########   If you are looking for a Blueprint to help you and your business manage uncertainty, deal with failure and navigate change then reach out to Julian on the link below. https://calendly.com/julianroberts/45min   https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/

What valuable leadership lessons can we learn from Formula 1 racing? Paul Teasdale is not only an expert in F1 but also a coach and facilitator, and today explores what we can learn, as leaders, from the high-pressure and fast-paced environment of F1. Paul describes the success of consciously moving to a “decisions at the point of most knowledge” leadership style within F1. By empowering those with the most knowledge of a presented problem to make decisions, a sense of trust is felt amongst employees, enabling goals to be driven more effectively. Paul further discusses the importance of communication in such an environment, as well as how leaders can balance taking a risk, whilst also keeping their business sustainable.    Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJFcr_XLxR0   Connect with Paul: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pauljamesteasdale/ Website: http://www.paulteasdale.co.uk/   ########## This podcast is brought to in association with Lodge Court, who are Experts in HR.  They can support you with every people issue you may face. So, focus on what you do best and let Lodge Court deliver your HR support as an extension of your business with a tailored, flexible monthly retained package that is right for you and your people. Please contact them on this link: https://www.lodgecourt.com/podcast ##########   If you are looking for a Blueprint to help you and your business manage uncertainty, deal with failure and navigate change then reach out to Julian on the link below. https://calendly.com/julianroberts/45min   https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/

What do you do when your career has been derailed? Catherine Morgan, award-winning career transition expert, shares how to manage the journey from losing a job, to finding yourself and new opportunities. Catherine firstly emphasises the importance of acknowledging the inevitable emotional rollercoaster, or identity crisis, and being gentle with yourself throughout the ride: truly allowing yourself to process and untangle what has happened, before jumping into figuring out what is next. Catherine reiterates that a new chapter will mean something different to everyone, with an array of positive or negative emotions at stake. Thus, the best way to support someone is to listen and offer to be helpful, rather than trying to fix it for them.   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbsyac0xCYs   Connect with Catherine: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pointatopointb/ Website: https://www.pointatopointbtransitions.com/   ########## This podcast is brought to in association with Lodge Court, who are Experts in HR.  They can support you with every people issue you may face. So, focus on what you do best and let Lodge Court deliver your HR support as an extension of your business with a tailored, flexible monthly retained package that is right for you and your people. Please contact them on this link: https://www.lodgecourt.com/podcast ##########   If you are looking for a Blueprint to help you and your business manage uncertainty, deal with failure and navigate change then reach out to Julian on the link below. https://calendly.com/julianroberts/45min   https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/

Exciting announcement!   I am pleased to share that the Helping Organisation Thrive podcast will be partnering with Lodge Court, Experts in HR. This podcast is all about Helping Organisations Thrive, and as much as leadership and culture play a role. The role of HR plays a significant one in establishing organisations to thrive. That is why I am partnering with Lodge Court. And today I interview Ian Moore, the founder and MD of Lodge Court, to get an understanding of who he is, the why and the passion behind the company.   ########## This podcast is brought to in association with Lodge Court, who are Experts in HR.  They can support you with every people issue you may face. So, focus on what you do best and let Lodge Court deliver your HR support as an extension of your business with a tailored, flexible monthly retained package that is right for you and your people. Please contact them on this link: https://www.lodgecourt.com/podcast ##########   If you are looking for a Blueprint to help you and your business manage uncertainty, deal with failure and navigate change then reach out to Julian on the link below. https://calendly.com/julianroberts/45min   https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/

Spencer Gallagher, agency founder and author, is dedicated to supporting independent agencies and founders to scale up their agencies. Today, Spencer explores culture, with a focus on flat organisational structure and resistance to change. Spencer discusses the unquestionable importance of culture in a business, however, addresses the challenges that come with retaining culture once the business scales up, and the potential dangers of falling into a hierarchical structure. To shift to a flat organisational structure, intrinsic motivation from your team is essential, and Spencer provides advice on how to create and maintain this intrinsic motivation, as well as how to recruit accordingly. With any change to structure comes doubts and concerns, and Spencer addresses the obstacles that may get in the way. However, without a doubt, Spencer passionately advocates for the success of shifting to a flatter organisational structure, with enormous benefits observed from all angles.   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGTP4ZY25hA   Connect with Spencer: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencergallagher/ Website: https://www.cact.us/     If you are looking for a Blueprint to help you and your business manage uncertainty, deal with failure and navigate change then reach out to Julian on the link below.   https://calendly.com/julianroberts/45min   https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/

Today, Sally Tabbner, CEO of Dementia Support, explores dementia in the workplace. Sally places great emphasis on the indisputable importance of ensuring people truly understand what dementia is, but also what it is not. With a greater understanding of dementia, support can be provided to help with the challenges that those living with dementia and continuing to work, face daily. By employing transparent and open dialogue, discussions can be held regarding adjustment to the working role, as well as providing a secure environment for news of a diagnosis to be shared openly.   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIq9IjWuXbs   Connect with Sally: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-tabbner-aa8a6942/ Website: https://www.dementiasupport.org.uk/     If you are looking for a Blueprint to help you and your business manage uncertainty, deal with failure and navigate change then reach out to Julian on the link below.   https://calendly.com/julianroberts/45min   https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/

From asking hundreds of questions a day as a child, to drastically less as an adult, we all become less curious as we get older. So, what is the benefit of creating a culture of curiosity in an organisation? Today, Josh Purvis, co-founder and chief product officer at Assembly, explores curiosity, listening to real problems and how to express counter-opinions effectively. Josh emphasises the importance of not only incentivising or promoting the wins but also the losses. Punishing losses will diminish the ability of people to experiment and be curious. Leading in this way limits innovation, creates fear-led leadership and ultimately results in more losses. Increasing the rate at which you experiment can help create a culture of curiosity.   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwI02aa4sKw   Connect with Joshua: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuapurvis/ Website: https://www.joinassembly.com/     If you are looking for a Blueprint to help you and your business manage uncertainty, deal with failure and navigate change then reach out to Julian on the link below.   https://calendly.com/julianroberts/45min   https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/

Melissa Dinwiddie is an advocate for teaching people to turn on their creative taps and today will explore ways that we can unlock improvisation and creativity in order to benefit an organisation. Melissa highlights how a major part of improvisation is working to make your partner look good and thus discusses the powerful impact that this can have when applied to a business team. Melissa further emphasises the importance of listening with awareness, as well as the power of play. Designing your business to be more playful not only promotes learning and creativity, but restores energy back to your brain, ultimately demonstrating the high effectiveness of adopting these creative approaches into your business.   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EfHpTTs-_K4   Connect with Melissa: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissadinwiddie/ Website: http://melissadinwiddie.com/     If you are looking for a Blueprint to help you and your business manage uncertainty, deal with failure and navigate change then reach out to Julian on the link below.   https://calendly.com/julianroberts/45min   https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/

How can we create an organisational culture that contributes to creativity and innovation? Hear Jason Foo, founder, chairman and CEO of BBD Perfect Storm, explore how we can achieve this. Jason firstly emphasises the importance of clearly articulating the organisation’s purpose, or “north star” as he calls it. Ensuring that the organisation acts and works in support of its purpose is the core to creativity and innovation. Creativity and innovation can further be generated by employing people who match and radiate the organisation’s energy. A culture of creativity and innovation can be achieved by ensuring that your organisation's values and behaviours reflect its authentic nature but are also projective to encourage growth.   Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkRRH_97MQk   Connect with Jason: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-foo-11032/ Website: http://www.bbdperfectstorm.com/     If you are looking for a Blueprint to help you and your business manage uncertainty, deal with failure and navigate change then reach out to Julian on the link below.   https://calendly.com/julianroberts/45min   https://www.julianrobertsconsulting.com/