
Inspiring Voices
Hello, and welcome to the Inspiring Voices Podcast, brought to you by Persyou Ltd. At Persyou, we understand it can be difficult to inspire and unlock the potential in individuals, teams and organisations. Our award-winning approach combines premium coaching with leading-edge thinking from across a range of disciplines, creating sustainable change and enhanced performance. In these conversations we connect with recognised leaders from across the world of education and beyond, from sport to politics to the armed forces. These influential expert guests offer listeners the perfect blend of theory, opinion and best practice guidance. These are go-to podcasts for leaders looking for insight and real, actionable inspiration, featuring fascinating people who have reached the highest levels in their field. https://www.persyou.com/Hello@persyou.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@persyouhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/persyou/
Latest episodes

Nov 3, 2020 • 38min
Rene Carayol MBE: Unleash your leadership potential
In this episode, Director of Persyou, Nicholas McKie talks with Rene Carayol MBE. René is quite simply one of the world’s leading executive coaches, working with some of the Fortune 500’s and FTSE 100’s top Chief Executive Officers (CEO’s) and their executive teams. He has worked closely with Jim Yong Kim – President of The World Bank, Antony Jenkins – CEO Barclays Bank, Mario Greco – CEO Generali and Maria Ramos – CEO Absa Bank. René is also an accomplished visiting professor at Cass Business School. His critically acclaimed latest book, Spike – 'What are you great at?' enables all of us to unleash our inherent strengths and realise our true potential. This is a fascinating conversation of how to unleash your leadership potential. https://www.persyou.com/Hello@persyou.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@persyouhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/persyou/

Oct 27, 2020 • 2min
Persyou The Talks series 4 trailer
We would like to introduce you to a new series of Persyou THE TALKS starting on Tuesday the 3rd November 2020In this 4th series of weekly conversations, we’ll be exploring High Performance and leadership in education. We’ll bring you cutting edge stories from across the global education sector connecting with recognised education leaders and experts from around the world, bringing you insights into their own leadership journey and philosophy. We’re also really Excited to announce that in this latest series of ‘The Talks’ we are supported by FOBISIA; the Federation of British International Schools in Asia. FOBISIA is a diverse and inclusive community of 78 leading British international schools spanning 18 countries across the Asia region. Subscribe now via our website Persyou.com, Apple podcast, Google podcasts, Amazon Music and Spotify.https://www.persyou.com/Hello@persyou.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@persyouhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/persyou/

Sep 8, 2020 • 36min
Amanda Karr: The changing landscape of higher education in the US
In this episode, Director of Persyou, Nicholas McKie connects with Amanda Karr, Director of marketing and communications at the University of Texas, Austin, one of the biggest colleges in the US. The changing landscape of higher education in the US in explored with Amanda outlining how marketing is being adapted to meet the needs of a new type of student embarking on a different type of college experience. Key marketing strategies such as 'concierge marketing' and 'nurture' campaigns are identified and described providing you with ideas on how to attract students to your own institution. This is a fantastic conversation from a leading education marketing Director outlining ways forward for a sector in transition. https://www.persyou.com/Hello@persyou.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@persyouhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/persyou/

Sep 1, 2020 • 55min
Hannah Wilson and Angie Browne: Diversity in education
In this episode, Director of Persyou, Nicholas McKie is joined by former UK Head Teachers Hannah Wilson and Angie Browne to discuss building a future of diversity in education. Hannah has a wealth of experience establishing networks across education sectors specialising in diversity, equality and inclusion. Angie has launched her new book 'lighting the way' exploring the case for ethical leadership in schools which offers a counter narrative to current leadership approaches. In this conversation Hannah and Angie unpick what is holding education back in terms of achieving diversity offering ideas and strategies on how to promote diversity in schools moving forward. Topics cover training, early career recruitment and curriculum. This is an insightful exploration of what can be an emotional, sensitive and complex space in education and beyond. https://www.persyou.com/Hello@persyou.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@persyouhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/persyou/

Aug 25, 2020 • 37min
John Gwyn Jones MBE: The future of international schools in Asia
In this episode, Director of Persyou, Nicholas McKie is joined by John Gwyn Jones MBE, CEO of the Federation Of British International Schools In Asia (FOBISIA), a membership of 76 schools in the region. John provides an overview of the future of international schools in Asia, exploring the growth of British branded education and the current context across the Asia region. John outlines how FOBISIA member schools collaborate and the benefits this brings to individual institutions. This is a superb insight into the running of an international federation with lessons for all education systems. https://www.persyou.com/Hello@persyou.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@persyouhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/persyou/

Jul 21, 2020 • 47min
Dr Stephen Whitehead: The Asian century is underway
Dr Stephen Whitehead, an internationally recognized author and academic, discusses the implications of the Asian century. They explore the shift in perception of Asian students studying abroad, the rise of Asian countries in the global elite, the Asian perception of the UK, and key considerations for Western institutions in adapting to the Asian century.

Jul 14, 2020 • 45min
Dr Elly Barnes MBE: Educate and celebrate!
In this episode, Director of Persyou, Nicholas McKie is joined by Dr Elly Barnes MBE, CEO and founder of Educate and Celebrate. Educate and Celebrate equips communities with the knowledge, skills and confidence to embed gender, gender identity and sexual orientation into the fabric of your organisation. In this conversation Elly outlines her vision for education going forward framed around LGBT+ friendly schools and promoting diversity across the sector. An insightful discussion on building a future of inclusion and social justice.https://www.persyou.com/Hello@persyou.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@persyouhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/persyou/

Jul 7, 2020 • 54min
Chris Binge: Education changes from Peru
In this episode, Director of Persyou, Nicholas McKie is joined by Chris Binge, Head of Markham College in Lima, Peru. Chris discusses a wealth of topics ranging from freeing school structures, adding curriculum breath to promoting interdisciplinary learning as a way forward for education. Chris provides an insightful outlook of education development drawing on his vast experience of leading schools in Geneva, Hong Kong and Singapore. You can learn more about the work Chris is engaged with through his websites: www.educhanges.com and www.mathsthoughts.com. https://www.persyou.com/Hello@persyou.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@persyouhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/persyou/

Jun 30, 2020 • 55min
Dr Victoria Carr: Leading a UK primary school in uncertain times
In this episode, Director of Persyou, Nicholas McKie is joined by Dr Victoria Carr, Head teacher of Woodlands School in Chester, UK. Victoria discusses how she has led her large primary school of 600 plus pupils through recent uncertain times and outlines adjustments to be made going forward into the new academic year. An honest and insightful account of school leadership on the front line and how education can be improved moving forward. https://www.persyou.com/Hello@persyou.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@persyouhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/persyou/

Jun 25, 2020 • 50min
Kai Vacher: Flexible education in Oman
In this episode, Director of Persyou, Nicholas McKie is joined by Kai Vacher, Principal of British Schools Oman, a Council Of British International Schools board member and country rep for British Schools in the Middle East. In this conversation Kai outlines his vision for education going forward framed around 'FlexEd', a new project he is developing in Oman. A fascinating discussion on a new way of education. https://www.persyou.com/Hello@persyou.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@persyouhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/persyou/