In this episode of Leadership Bytes, Guy Bloom interviews Scott Greenberg about managing hourly workers. They discuss the differences between hourly and salaried workers, the importance of adapting to different generations in the workplace, and the need for continuous improvement in leadership. Scott shares insights from his book, Stop the Shift Sh…

In this podcast episode, Guy Bloom interviews Michael J Schwartz about his book 'Fauci's Fiction' and discusses various aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic. They cover topics such as the introduction of Dr. Anthony Fauci, reactions to COVID-19, early observations and predictions, testing and data collection, mutations and strains of COVID-19, politica…

Welcome to this episode of Leadership Bites! In today's conversation, Jennifer Sundberg, co-chief executive of Board Intelligence, delves into the transformative power of collective intelligence in decision-making within organizations. She emphasizes the need to move away from the superstar CEO model and instead focus on empowering every member of …

In this conversation, Anthony 'Staz' Stazicker, a former UK Special Forces operator, discusses the qualities that make Special Forces special and the rigorous selection process. He emphasizes the importance of teamwork, communication, and decision-making in high-pressure situations. Staz shares a personal experience of conflict within a team and th…

Welcome to another tantalizing episode of "Leadership Bites," the podcast that serves up bite-sized leadership wisdom for leaders and enthusiasts alike. I'm your host and leadership specialist, Guy Bloom, and today, we have a true luminary in the world of leadership joining us - Dr. Joe Folkman, PhD. Dr. Joe Folkman is not only a distinguished auth…

Welcome to another compelling episode of "Leadership Bites," the podcast that serves up bite-sized wisdom for leaders and aspiring leaders alike. I'm your host, Guy Bloom, a leadership specialist with a passion for exploring the hidden gems of leadership. In this episode, we have a truly extraordinary guest joining us. Craig Harrison, the acclaimed…

Join us for an enlightening episode as we welcome the distinguished Dr. Karolin Helbig, renowned author of "The Psychological Safety Playbook." Dr. Helbig is a leading expert in the field of psychology and workplace dynamics, and her book is a groundbreaking resource that offers practical strategies to cultivate psychological safety in organization…

Welcome to another episode of "Leadership Bites" the podcast where we delve deep into the world of leadership with experts who are at the forefront of their fields. I'm your host, Guy Bloom, a leadership specialist with a passion for exploring the nuances of effective leadership. In this episode, we have not one but two distinguished guests joining…

Join us for an insightful and inspiring episode as we sit down with Maria Hawley, the Director of People at Fisher German LLP and the esteemed winner of the HR Leader of the Year award for 2023. Maria is not only a shining example of HR excellence but also a trailblazer in her field, recognized for her outstanding contributions to the world of huma…

In this inspiring episode, we have the privilege of hosting the remarkable Dr. Elizabeth Moran, a renowned author, and thought leader in the field of personal development and resilience. Dr. Moran is the brilliant mind behind the best-selling book "Forward," which has been transforming lives and helping individuals overcome obstacles on their path …

In this thought-provoking episode of "Do I Have a Voice?" join your hosts, Professor David Pendleton and Guy Bloom, as they delve into the empowering topic of people finding their voices, expressing opinions, and embracing the courage to offer them. In a world where information is abundant and social platforms are ubiquitous, the ability to voice o…

Are you curious about the secrets of successful leadership and building a thriving company culture? Join us as we dive deep into the remarkable journey of Garry Ridge, the former CEO of WD-40, and a renowned culture coach. In this captivating episode, podcast host Guy Bloom, a distinguished Leadership Specialist, sits down with Garry Ridge to unrav…

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Jon Riordan, a true pioneer in the world of remote work and community empowerment. With a remarkable background as Chairman of Grow Remote, Board Director/NED, Board Advisor, Mentor, and Occasional Investor, Jon brings a wealth of experience from his time at renowned companies like Shopify, Apple, and Vir…

In this episode of the podcast, we speak with Dr. Richard Safeer, Chief Medical Director, Employee Health and Well-being at John Hopkins, author of "A Cure for the Common Company: A Well-Being Prescription for a Happier, Healthier, and More Resilient Organization." Dr. Safeer is a leading expert in company culture and health, and in this episode, h…

In this episode of the podcast, we explore the power of purposeful curiosity with Professor Costas Andriopoulos, the Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Associate Dean for Entrepreneurship and Director of Bayes X at Bayes Business School, City, University London. Costas has spent the last five years interviewing the most curious minds wor…

In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the world of business transformation with Sandeep Chennakeshu, author of the book "Your Company Is Your Castle: How to Maximize Your Company's Potential by Transforming the Organization." Sandeep is a seasoned business leader with over 30 years of experience in transforming companies and launching trailb…

In this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Jessica Kriegel, the Chief Scientist of Workplace Culture at Culture Partners, to discuss the importance of workplace culture in today's organizations. Jessica is an expert in the field of workplace culture and has written extensively on the subject, including her book "Unfairly Labeled: How Your Wor…

Ten years ago, Paul Hutchinson was living a life that most people only dream of. As a successful multi-billion dollar fund manager, he had everything that money could buy. But everything changed when he was introduced to the horrific world of child trafficking. Human trafficking is the second-largest criminal enterprise globally, and it is estimate…

Welcome to this week's episode of Leadership Bites, where we discuss the latest developments in the world of technology. In this episode, we will be exploring the big tech layoffs of 2023, which have already seen over 100,000 workers being laid off in just the first six weeks of the year. According to data compiled by Layoffs.fyi, an online tracker…

Dawn Marriott is a partner and head of the Portfolio Team at Hg. Hg is a leading European investor in software and services, focused on backing businesses that change how we all do business. Deep technology expertise, complemented by vertical application specialisation and dedicated operational support, provides a compelling proposition to manageme…

Founded by Ollie Ollerton, former UK Special Forces in 2015, BreakPoint offers courses to organisations and individuals. They're designed to change the way you think, enabling positive change, unearthing potential and invigorating mental wellbeing. Ollie Ollerton has lived an incredible life. Survivor of a freak accident aged 10, tours of Northern …

Sophie Wade is a work futurist, international keynote speaker, and Workforce Innovation Specialist at future-of-work consultancy, Flexcel Network. Sophie’s advisory services and workshops help leaders adapt to attract, engage, and retain a multigenerational distributed workforce. Sophie’s second book is "Empathy Works: The Key to Competitive Advant…

The rather amazing David Pendleton and myself have a conversation about the NHS, this is something that is dear to David's heart and he really has a deep understanding of the topic. This is David's article on Linked In, on the topic: Click here. It is no secret that the National Health Service, or NHS, is facing numerous challenges in recent times.…

James Baker is the Head of HR, Overseas Markets at Jaguar Land Rover. In this generalist business partnering role, James is responsible for influencing and driving the People strategy, inclusive of Organisation Design, Talent Management, Change Management, Resourcing, Engagement, Employee Relations, Strategic Workforce Planning and organisational e…

Bob DeKoch and Phil Clampitt, long-time collaborators, draw on their years of innovative practice and research to describe with vivid, real-world experiences, how leading with care enriches people and transforms organizations in our challenging times. DeKoch, with over 40 years of diverse executive leadership experience, which included 20 years lea…

Jenni Smyth is incredibly experienced in developing strategies and leading work that builds organisational effectiveness and enables the delivery of business plans. She has huge experience in HR leadership, having had accountability for all elements of HR and led specialist learning and talent teams. Jenni is a natural strategic thinker, experience…

Elona Mortimer-Zhika is the inspirational CEO of IRIS Software Group and is responsible for all operations across the Group and this weeks guest on the Leadership Bites podcast. On this episode we talk about: Humble upbringing An education in diversity "The luck winner of...." (No luck involved) "My dad's my hero" Proud to be an accountant The role…

Calvin Robinson is Minister-in-Charge, Christ Church Harlesden. Calvin is a political adviser, TV/radio presenter, and conservative commentator. You may well know him, from his appearances on GB News and his Common Sense Crusade (Sundays 2 - 4 pm). Calvin started life in Mansfield, in the mining town area of Nottingham. He grew up in a family unit …

Marty Strong has been a leader and business consultant for decades, first in uniform as a combat-decorated Navy SEAL, and then in commercial business. Marty is a thought-provoking writer, speaker, and guest expert with over 350 appearances on national cable TV and hundreds of radio and Podcast interviews to his credit. Marty is the author of Be Nim…

Jay Bousada, is never one to shy away from breaking things down and finding smarter, more effective ways to do them, Jay founded Thrillworks in 1999 to help organizations take full advantage of the potential of digital. He’s a born problem solver, beginning his career as an Engineer before turning his attention to technology. Now, as CEO, he’s driv…

Simon Townsley is an acclaimed international photojournalist and twice recipient of the British Press Photographer of the Year Award. Simon is known for his ability to connect with people and convey their story with dignity, even in extreme contexts. “Trust is an essential value in being able capture a powerful image, but trust isn’t just between s…

On this episode of Leadershp Bites we have Dawn Airey. Dawn is a powerhouse of street smarts, commercial acumen and drive. I have seen her operate in a number of different spaces, she is a tour de force, she is also compassionate and higly dialled in to the context and the moment. We spoke about: ✅ Senior Teams ✅ Culture ✅ Get messages out ✅ Operat…

Lee Chambers is an award-winning British psychologist, coach and entrepreneur. Featured widely across the media, from the Telegraph to Vogue and the Guardian. His own journey has been one of challenges and successes, in Lee's own bio he refers to himself as The Black Autistic Guy. He is far more than that! Great British Entrepreneur of the Year 202…

Mike Kocsis is the owner of Balance My Hormones, who provides clients with over 25 years of experience in TRT (Testosterone Replacement Therapy)/HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy). My conversation with Mike, who set up the company is one that I think is hugely relevant to a huge proportion of men. Yes women as well, however, I wanted to focus on som…

John Spencer is an award-winning scholar, professor, author, combat veteran, and internationally recognised expert and advisor on urban warfare and other military related topics. Considered one of the world’s leading expert on urban warfare, he served as an advisor to four-star generals and other senior leaders in the U.S. Army as part of strategic…

For 25 years, Bonnie Low-Kramen worked as the Personal Assistant to a celebrity couple, actors Olympia Dukakis and Louis Zorich. We talk about: The make-up of a great Executive Assistant How one gets to work as an EA for the most senior people How EAs make the workplace better Why a great EA is a person you want next to you in an Apocalypse One day…

Tony O’Driscoll is a professor, speaker, author, and advisor whose engaging message emphasizes that the key digital-age differentiator is not technology, but people. Tony has spent the bulk of his professional and academic career at the nexus of Business, Innovation, Technology, Change and Learning, creating and implementing strategies that enable …

The Tory party election, its front pages news and you dont need commentary from us. However we try not to get into the politic, as that way lies doom, but just to chat through some of the things that have jumped out at us, especially as it aligns to leadership and culture. We talk about: Charisma Vs. Integrity Overplaying personal impact How people…

Celine Schillinger was an absolute joy to have on the podcast. She is one of great personalities that exudes a level of insight, calm and clarity about her thinking and offerings. She is the author of Dare To Un-Lead which explores how contemporary organisations can transform leadership from a top-down dominance to one that empowers people to lead …

Ali Tansey is the Director and Founder at Simply Brilliance. Simply Brilliance enable brilliant organisations to quickly and easily identify the perfect boutique and unique supplier to support their HR and L&D initiatives. It is a brand new innovative platform which enables you to quickly and easily access high quality HR, Learning and Development …

Sterling Hawkins is an author of Hunting Discomfort, investor and entrepreneur, but most importantly he is a keynote speaker and founder of the #NoMatterWhat movement. What's the essence of what he does in a nutshell? He shows people how to achieve the results they want regardless of the circumstances. Sterling went from multi-billion dollar startu…

Pepyn is a highly experienced and knowledgeable CEO with a 30-year track record of leading companies to create and deliver financial value to shareholders in challenging, transformational and disruptive situations. A global CEO & executive, chairman of the board and PE expert, with a track record for fast and solid financial results in transformati…

Andrew is Director Brand Strategy at Reach Plc. Reach are the UK's largest news publisher with titles and stations such as The Mirror The Express The Star Daily Record The People OK! New Birmingham Mail Manchester Evening News The ‘Live’ digital network and InYourArea are just some of the 120+ brands connecting with audiences nationally and locally…

Professor Rob Briner does research, lectures, write, speaks and consults in a number of areas including organizational, work psychology, HR and evidence-based practice/management. Over the past 20 years his interests in practice have focused on finding ways of improving the use of evidence of various types to enhance individual and organizational d…

Professor Joe O'Maloney is passionate about helping consultants and consultancies grow. He is a Professor of Consulting at Cardiff University and CEO of Consulting Mastered, a company which helps ambitious consultancies grow profits through evidence-based advice. Joe has also provided consultancy for many of the large firms, including McKinsey & Co…

Michael Solomon is an established entrepreneur with a strong desire to help people, a sharp eye for business, and a desire to make a difference. The four organizations he’s helped found — for-profit and nonprofit alike — share a common goal of improving people’s lives. He began his career working with Jon Landau Management on several Bruce Springst…

Over the past decade, Futurist Thomas Frey has built an enormous following around the world based on his ability to develop accurate visions of the future and describe the opportunities ahead. Having started seventeen businesses himself and assisting on the development of hundreds more, the understanding he brings to his audiences is a rare blend o…

In this episode we discuss the balance between 'Entitlement and Exploitation'. I was catalysed by the heading: "Stop moaning about hours, City chief tells junior bankers on £70,000: Young mothers work just as hard, rages Xavier Rolet - who rose from sink estate" The sub heading was: Xavier Rolet, the former boss of the London Stock Exchange, who bu…

Wayne Matthews is a Major in the Texas Rangers, he is part of the executive leadership team of the Texas Ranger Division, and manages operations in an assigned region of Texas. The Texas Rangers date back almost 200 years. As a Division of the Texas DPS, Rangers oversee and conduct major case investigations, field corruption allegations, perform bo…

Rachele Focardi is a leading expert on Generational Diversity and best-selling author of “Reframing Generational Stereotypes”. She is this weeks guest on the Leadership Bites Podcast. She is a thought-leader and Public Speaker on Multigenerational Workforce Dynamics, Future of Work and Employer Branding, and an expert on the Asian Talent Market. Bo…