Dive Deep, Climb High: Recent Episodes
Mel Loizou
Focusing on leadership in higher education, Mel Loizou asks her guests to share what leadership means to them. The Dive Deep Climb High podcast is fun, honest, and relatable. It enables you to dive deep into your role and the leader you are. To climb high, unleashing the power and potential of you and those around you. With inspiring stories, practical tips, and a little bit of fishiness this show will help you realise that sometimes the apparently impossible is absolutely possible.
Dive Deep. Climb High. Can Do Leadership in a World of Can’t.
In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes:
E063 Recruiting Senior Leaders with Michael Hewlett
E064 Nature’s Lessons with ChaNan Bonser
E065 Leadership in Academia with Peter Cotgreave
E066 Communicate with IMAPCT Part 2 with Patrick Donadio
E067 The Art of Being Authentic with T. Mark Meyer
Reflecting on the final words of wisdom, shared by each of her guests, Mel considers how their insight might help people on their leadership journey:
Michael urged us not to allow a lack of confidence to hold our careers back.
ChaNan encouraged us to put down our pens and daydream.
Having recorded his episode at the end of 2023, Peter wished us all a fantastic 2024.
Patrick reminded us that nothing changes until we change.
Mark inspired us to connect with our authentic selves.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Have confidence in yourself. Learn to trust yourself, be honest, always. And allow yourself to daydream, not just about now, in 2024, but next year, the next five years, the next 10 years. Nobody else can tell you what you need or want so start that journey by turning your focus inwards.”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode we take a deep dive into authenticity with the wonderful T Mark Meyer. As leaders we are all encouraged to be authentic but what does that mean and is it even possible to be authentic in the business world? These are just some of the fascinating topics we discuss as we explore authenticity and its link to our values, purpose, and self-esteem.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“One of the things about authenticity that is often misunderstood is a lot of people think that being an authentic leader or being authentic is about me being me. But it's not an ego thing, it’s only half of the equation that I have to be me. The other half is that I have to allow other people to also be their authentic selves. I have to create a space for authenticity that people can step into.”
ABOUT T MARK
T. Mark Meyer is a psychotherapist and a consultant for the world’s largest corporations, leading workshops on conflict resolution, authenticity, and authentic management. He coaches professional athletes in discovering their purpose and counsels both couples and individuals. After founding and spearheading several successful companies, T. Mark connected with his authentic self and refocused his professional aspirations. He is a business coach and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) Master Practitioner who uses his personal experience to help others live their most authentic lives. He is also the author of the Amazon best-selling book The Art of Being Authentic.
T Mark’s Book: The Art of Being Authentic* The Art of Being Authentic
CONNECT WITH T MARK:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troelsmarkmeyer/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authentictmarkmeyer/
Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/troelsmarkmeyer
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092241397274
Website: https://tmarkmeyer.com/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode we welcome back Patrick Donadio as we dive into the final three parts of his communication model. Patrick first appeared as a guest on the show in November 2022 (Episode 32) and this time he is back with even more tips and tools to help us communicate better. Amongst the many topics we discuss are the power of active listening, the need to understand the intent of our communication, and the importance of engaging people physically, mentally, and emotionally.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Listening is so challenging because we think differently to how we speak. Our brain, mind, voice, and mouth do not work at the same speed. Being a good listener, is listening with your ears, listening with your eyes, and most importantly is getting ready to be a good listener, so you've got to come in with the right mindset.”
ABOUT PATRICK
Patrick Donadio, MBA, CSP, MCC, is a communication strategist, speaker, coach, and author of the influential book, “Communicating with IMPACT”. Patrick is among a select few worldwide to have earned the highest designations in both the speaking and coaching professions. His expertise lies in Business Communications and Leadership Development. Patrick’s custom, engaging, keynotes, practical training, and one-on-one coaching have empowered audiences worldwide. He has guided and coached two generations of C-suite executives, leaders, and their organizations, helping them apply his unique “IMPACT©Process” to communicate clearly, lead effectively, present powerfully, and listen attentively. Patrick’s expertise extends beyond enhancing individual skills, it also drives business growth and success, ultimately having a substantial IMPACT on their bottom line.
Patrick’s Book: Communicating with IMPACT: Effectively Communicate Ideas and Achieve Greater Results* Communicating with Impact
CONNECT WITH PATRICK:
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickdonadio
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patrickdonadio/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PDonadio
Website: www.PatrickDonadio.com
Email: Patrick@PatrickDonadio.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode we take a deep dive into the world of leadership in academia. During this fascinating conversation Peter shares with us his career journey from academic biologist to Chief Executive of the Microbiology Society. Delving into his biggest leadership learnings, we explore the importance of values and being honest, however hard that may be.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“The future is not about giving up what you value, what you do might change, but your values don't. What you do on a daily basis doesn't matter. What matters is, why you're doing it and what the values are, the purpose of it. Leadership is not about being so clever that you can make anyone do anything. It's about surrounding yourself with a set of people who have the same values as you and therefore want to achieve the same things for you to achieve.”
ABOUT PETER
After an early career as an academic biologist, Peter worked at London Zoo doing everything from ecology research in Ethiopia to holding on to the feet of a celebrity who was hanging upside down in a tree to promote bat conservation. For nine years, he was Director of Campaign for Science and Engineering, working in Westminster and Whitehall to ensure policies that maximised the excellence of British science. He spent seven years as a Director of the Royal Society before joining the Microbiology Society as Chief Executive, where he works with his fifty talented and dedicated colleagues to amplify the voices of experts on tiny, invisible life forms that affect everything from health to food security and climate change.
CONNECT WITH PETER:
Email: p.cotgreave@microbiologysociety.org
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PeterCotgreave
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode we welcome back ChaNan Bonser, as we explore how the wisdom of nature, and the natural world can guide our leadership journey. During this fascinating conversation we explore Chinese medicine’s five elements and uncover the importance of creating space to let innovation and new ideas flow.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“I'm a strong believer in the power of daydreaming and how that can begin to change things. We can't create something unless we imagine. And we can't imagine if we are burnt out and highly stressed, it's beyond us.”
ABOUT CHANAN
ChaNan Bonser is a highly experienced therapist and trainer who is dedicated to helping others find their own unique way. She works with clients all over the world both personally and in an organisational context, listening deeply to the stories that the body holds while facilitating a clear, deep, and embodied relationship for her clients, which fosters resilience and calm.
She holds regular Dreaming Circles in which participants develop with a deeper connection to Earth and their interrelationship with our human selves through embodied imagination and creative prompts.
Her online course, Self-Care for Sensitives, helps folk who are highly sensitive learn how their bodies systems contribute to their sensitivity and overwhelm and teaches them techniques to help become more robust and resilient, and to learn how to harness their sensitivity as a superpower.
ChaNan’s Book Recommendation: Rest is Resistance: Free Yourself from Grind Culture and Reclaim Your Life Trisha Hersey* Rest is Resistance
Check out ChaNan’s Course: Self-Care for Sensitives: https://courses.chananbonser.com/p/self-care-for-sensitives
CONNECT CHANAN:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chanan-bonser-a46a2024
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chananbonser
Website: www.chananbonser.com
Kinesiology Website: www.kinesiologywales.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER:
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into recruitment and more specifically senior leadership recruitment within the Estates/Facilities Management area of higher education. With over 25 years’ experience in this field, Michael shares with us his top tips for securing a director level role. In addition, we explore the skills universities are looking for in their senior leaders: emotional intelligence and soft skills, demonstrable experience of driving transformational change and a real understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“The thing that gets people a job, are those soft skills. There will always be core things that people are looking for. They might want a degree for instance, sometimes they like to see MBAs and there's a kind of core level of competency that they expect, but what gets you the job, is the soft skills, it's the emotional intelligence. Qualifications get you in the door, but it's the other aspects that are going to get you the job.”
ABOUT MICHAEL
Since joining The Management Recruitment Group in 2008, Michael, a founding member, is now a board director and shareholder. Specialising in education, he also spearheads niche brands University People and Schools Leadership.
With over 25 years in estates and facilities management recruitment, Michael ardently believes in the transformative power of career choices.
Beyond his professional realm, he serves as a Trustee for the Keaton Emery Foundation, extending mental health support to children in North-West England through the charity Centrepoint. Passionate about societal impact, Michael's approach intertwines leadership, recruitment expertise and a commitment to making a difference.
CONNECT WITH MICHAEL:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhewlettfm/
Email: michael.hewlett@mrgglobal.com
Keaton Emery Foundation: https://www.keatonemeryfoundation.com/take-action
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER:
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes:
E057 Managing Change & Transformation with Gareth Duffin
E058 Let Nature be Your Compass with Rosie Tomkins
E059 The Importance of Onboarding with Hayley Mintern
E060 Motivating Your Team with Sam Glenister-Batey
E061 Conversation Not Communication with Susan Heaton-Wright
Reflecting on the final words of wisdom, shared by each of her guests, Mel considers how their insight might help people on their leadership journey:
Gareth encouraged us to blame the process not the person when something goes wrong.
Rosie inspired us to have more confidence and belief in ourselves by looking for internal validation, recognising that we have everything we need inside of us.
Hayley chose to leave us with the words of James Baldwin, “Not everything that is faced can be changed but nothing can be changed until it is faced.”
Sam offered us his perspective that as leaders we should measure ourselves on the achievements of our team rather than our own work.
Susan reminded us that we are all unique. We all have a voice and should make sure that we let other people know about our opinions, ideas, and values because we will add to the conversation.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“As leaders, we need to look inwards to give ourselves, the confidence to take responsibility, rather than looking to blame, to face in to challenges so that we can affect change, to look and think, ‘How can I best serve my team? How can I best support them?’ And how can I ensure that I'm having conversations with people, rather than just communicating with them?”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into why it is more productive to have conversations rather than communication. As a former opera singer, Susan shares with us her five-step SuperStar Communicator methodology and why it is important to own our space and ensure that as leaders we are listening as well as speaking.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“There are a lot of things that we can do with the voice, to make it interesting, to engage our audience, but also to have that self-awareness that we could have what I call emotional leakages from our voice. We could be saying something very profound but our nerves could distract our audience and put a question mark next to our credibility.”
ABOUT SUSAN
Susan Heaton-Wright is a multi-award-winning businesswoman, International Speaker, former Prize Winning Opera singer and the founder of SuperStar Communicator. She empowers emerging leaders to communicate with impact, confidence, clarity, and credibility in all business conversations for career success. SuperStar Communicator delivers speeches, facilitates workshops and coaching; working with multi-national companies globally; professional associations and the Education Sector – and has worked with attendees from more than 130 countries world-wide. Susan is the EMEA Launch leader for leadership programmes within the pharmaceutical sector. Susan lives in Hertfordshire with her husband; swims, surfs, plays the viola in an orchestra, and sews her hand made wardrobe.
Susan’s Book:
The Superstar Communicator 30 Day Plan: to transform your business conversations for career success* Superstar Communicator
Grab your 10 Top Tips for presentations: https://superstarcommunicator.com/presentation-skills-top-tips/
CONNECT WITH SUSAN:
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/susanheatonwright
Instagram: https://instagram.com/susanheatonwright1
Facebook: https://facebook.com/superstarcommunicator
YouTube: https://youtube.com@superstarcommunicator
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER:
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into how to best motivate your team. Having recently joined the University of Leeds as Head of Conferences and Events, Sam shares with us what he has learned from the managers he has worked with over the years and his own unique approach to leadership. During this thought-provoking conversation, we discuss different leadership styles and why there is no right and wrong.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Leadership is complex, there's no one size fits all. Different people, different situations require different styles of leadership. Leadership is about influencing others; it's about bringing people on a journey.”
ABOUT SAM
Sam is currently the Head of Conferences and Events at the University of Leeds. It is a passion for delivering exceptional events and raising money for not-for-profit organisations that led Sam to the higher education sector, having previously worked in a range of unique venues, including West Ham United Football Club, London’s Science Museum, HM Tower of London, Chiswick House, and Gardens all before first entering higher education at the Royal College of Music.
In addition to his role at Leeds, Sam is a board director for Academic Venue Solutions, the leading UK marketing consortium for academic venues and is the Chair of the Meeting Industry Association (MIA) academic peer group. Both roles promote best practice and peer-to-peer learning in the academic sector.
CONNECT WITH SAM:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sgb01
University of Leeds Conference & Events:
Website: https://conferencesandevents.leeds.ac.uk/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uolconferencesandevents/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uolconferencesandevents
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DICLAIMER:
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into onboarding and why it is so important. Having worked in educational recruitment for the past ten years and recently moved companies, Hayley shares with us her thoughts around what makes a successful onboarding process. Ensuring that we don’t apply a one size fits all model is key. Other important elements include transparency, trust, and flexibility.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“For me onboarding isn't the first day, the second day, the third day. It's not even the first week. It's the first six months because it's a journey and you're learning. People do have to hit the ground running, but you need to have check points throughout that period, because things can change quickly, especially in the hybrid world that we work in. It can take six months, even a year for some people to really embed into an organisation and be able to flourish.”
ABOUT HAYLEY
Hayley has supported the education sector for the last ten years, providing executive search and interim and consultancy solutions to Independent Schools, Academy Trusts, FE Colleges, and Universities. Her speciality is understanding the education sector and connecting talent that is passionate about providing high quality inclusive education. Hayley has built a track record with education leaders and helped many organisations identifying top talent.
Hayley has a passion for education, she is chair of governors for MAT working closely with the head and trust leaders to ensure excellent levels of education. She previously worked closely with England Rugby Schools to deliver inclusive sport in schools and has strong understanding of the curriculum.
Hayley is driven by making a positive difference to the education sector through the quality of leadership appointments.
CONNECT WITH HAYLEY:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayleymintern/
Website: https://andersonquigley.com/
Email: Hayley.mintern@andersonquigley.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into nature and the power of tapping into our natural intelligence. During this fascinating conversation, Rosie shares with us, the incredible work she is doing with individuals and teams, using nature and horses to help them celebrate their strengths and understand the importance of internal validation.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“All the intelligences are important but currently it's like a three-legged stool, we've got IQ, EQ (emotional intelligence) and SQ (spiritual intelligence). For me it needs to be a four-legged chair, which includes NQ (natural intelligence) and the reason for this is because it's suppressed at the moment.”
ABOUT ROSIE
Rosie Tomkins, an accomplished author and leadership expert, advocates for integrating nature's wisdom into personal and professional growth. Her upcoming book, "Let Nature Be Your Compass," blends natural principles with self-help and leadership strategies. By exploring animals' timeless attributes like purpose and resilience, readers learn to reconnect with their strengths and intuition amidst life's complexities. Rosie promotes simplicity as a means to navigate modern challenges effectively. Her earlier work, "N-stinctive: The Power of Natural Intelligence," also emphasizes using nature to enhance leadership skills and achieve peak performance, showcasing her innovative approach to leadership.
Rosie’s book: Let Nature be Your Compass* Let Nature be Your Compass
CONNECT WITH ROSIE:
Website: https://n-stinctive.com/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/rosietomkins
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nstinctiveintelligence/?hl=en
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nstinctive1/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, we take a deep dive into change and transformation. Change is tough and together with Gareth, we explore why so few change projects are successful. Reflecting on his own experiences of transformation, Gareth shares his top tips to help us navigate the world of change and ensure we achieve our desired outcomes.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Change theory will tell you to build a consensus for your change right at the beginning. What people don't do enough is the step before that and identify exactly what people think about what should change. Instead they decide in a leadership group.”
ABOUT GARETH
Gareth is an experienced operations & business change leader, with successful roles in Private Equity backed Residential, Purpose-Built Student Accommodation and Hospitality. He co-founded the consulting group Method Avenue in 2022, focusing on helping organisations with Transformation & Change. Gareth is also a vocal advocate for improving support for families who have Neurodiverse children, as both his young children are Neurodiverse. Gareth also hosts the Podcast focusing on people’s experiences with change, Know Your Shift.
Know Your Shift Podcast:
Apple: https://apple.co/3Pps3rz
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4R2ltPkgTBtPaIKdLP5pT8
CONNECT WITH GARETH:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/methodavenue/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/methodavenue/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@methodavenue
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@methodavenue/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
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*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes:
E051 Look After Your Mental Health with Rosie Tressler OBE
E052 Self-Awareness is Key with Nicola Arnold
E053 Being a Mindful Leader with Dr Reiner Kraft
E054 US Higher Education Trends with Lori Capullo
E055 Managing Redundancy with John Burns
Reflecting on the final words of wisdom, shared by each of her guests, Mel considers how their insight might help people on their leadership journey:
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Rosie encouraged us to be deliberate about our own mental health and get better at saying no.
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Nicola, meanwhile, inspired us to be a positive disruptor and asked the question, “Where are you creating space right now to do new things?”
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For Reiner, he wanted us to practice being mindful for one minute, starting small and building up from there.
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Lori reminded us of the importance of listening. Listen not to respond but truly hear what is being said.
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And finally, John Burns advised not to stay in a job that isn’t right for us.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Self-awareness is the greatest skill we can have as leaders because we turn our attention inwards instead of looking outside for answers. And that isn't always a comfortable process, holding a mirror up to ourselves. We have to get comfortable with who we are with knowing our superpowers, but also those blind spots that can trip us up. When we have self-awareness, we have choice. We can choose how we act and behave.”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
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*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into redundancy, how it feels to be made redundant and what lessons can we take away as leaders, if we ever have to manage a redundancy programme. A former accountant, John shares with us his own experience of redundancy and his insights which are helpful to both employers and employees.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“For people who are made redundant, I always say give yourself a couple of months break first. Don't try and dive into doing something straight away because you have to leave your previous employer mentally. They've left you, but you still have to take that break, and mentally work through why you were made redundant, get your energy levels back up again and be more positive about life. Then you can look to your future.”
ABOUT JOHN
John is a career coach and professional speaker. He works with professional people who have been made redundant. They want to return to employment or start a business of their dreams.
John is the executive producer and host of the GYFT Show. The acronym GYFT means Get Your Future Together. John has published 8 seasons of the GYFT Show on his YouTube channel and is preparing for season 9, for which the theme is monetisation.
John is a member of the Professional Speaking Association, and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. He is a keen supporter of rugby union.
CONNECT WITH JOHN:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnburnsacma/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/johnprospeaker
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnburnsprospeaker/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johntheprospeaker
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYwHMLQ9x6WOErGtDB6sixA
Website: https://johntheprospeaker.ie
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we dive into higher education in the United States. Together with Lori, we explore the major challenges that are currently facing leaders in the sector, falling enrolment figures, a lack of student engagement, an increase in mental health incidents and the impact of AI. During this high energy conversation Lori shares with us how different institutions are responding to these issues and why she is so passionate about the work she is doing in this space.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“What we're hearing over and over again, is the importance of communication and interaction with the students and communication with their families. For me, the people I remember from college, the leaders that I remember, are the ones who engaged with us. The President is the one who sets that tone and what we're hearing from them is that they really are trying to make sure communications are better and students feel comfortable and welcome and part of the community.”
ABOUT LORI
Lori is an award-winning communications professional, magazine editor and writer who has been working in the publishing industry for 30 years. As the first editor of Ocean Drive, she guided the magazine to award-winning status from 1992-1996 and has since helmed several lifestyle magazines. After 3 years as Senior Managing Editor at LUXE Interior & Design, Lori is currently the Executive Editor of the Education Group at ETC Network, publishers of District Administration and University Business, specialising in guiding and empowering educators and academic decision-makers across the country in K-12 as well as higher education through our newsletters, websites, magazines, summits, and conferences.
CONNECT WITH LORI:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lori-capullo-7a303620
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lorilawrence17/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LJCLaw
Website (UK): https://www.arc-network.com
Website (American Division, ETC): https://etcnetwork.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we dive into the benefits of being a mindful leader. Having spent much of his career in Silicon Valley, Reiner shares with us his approach for becoming a Mindful leader. It is one that brings together science and mindfulness. During this fascinating conversation we explore how you can create a high-performance mindset by combining awareness, mind, and body and the importance of measuring your level of present awareness.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“I compare the mind to a piece of software. Nowadays I call it the mind operating system. It is something that can be programmed. It can of course be changed and updated. There are lots of bugs in it. I've seen the effects of poor leadership in the workplace and it's all happening because of sub-optimal mind operating systems.”
ABOUT REINER
Reiner is a seasoned technology leader, engineer, scientist, technical advisor, trainer, executive leadership, micronutrients expert, human potential coach, and teacher who shares transformative principles of presence, mind- management, and biohacking using the latest science of epigenetics.
CONNECT WITH REINER:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reiner/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themindfulleader/
Website: https://www.themindfulleader.net/
YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3uuWfXcVNWOG1g59f9520Q
The Mindful Leader Podcast: https://www.themindfulleader.net/podcast
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we explore the importance of self-awareness and dive deep into the challenges of developing a large and diverse team. As Head of Learning & Organisational Development at Royal Surrey NHS Trust which has nearly 5,000 employees, Nicola shares her strategy for enabling everyone within the organisation to grow and why she believes that teams are like yellow stretchy people who are pulled and stretched in all different directions.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“For me, as a leader, understanding me is my biggest tool. If I don't have that self-awareness, or that ability to truly understand where my behaviours are being driven from then I don't think that makes me an effective leader. There's likely to be shortcomings in terms of teams that I work with.”
ABOUT NICOLA
Nicola has a passion for developing individuals and teams to achieve inner confidence by challenging limiting beliefs and mindset that stop them flourishing. With over 25 years’ experience in the NHS helping individuals focus on their development both professionally and personally, her current post is as the Head of Learning & Organisational Development at Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust.
Nicola prides herself on the holistic approach she applies, to harness and empower individuals to strive for excellence, maximising their potential and supporting the wider values of the organisation. She is presently leading a system wide project within Surrey Heartlands to develop a quality assured coaching and mentoring offer to support talent management, leadership, Quality Improvement and staff development and wellbeing in line with national agenda.
Check out Nicola’s book recommendations:
Brene Brown: The Gifts of Imperfection*: Gifts of Imperfection
Professor Michael West: Compassionate Leadership: Sustaining Wisdom, Humanity and Presence in Health and Social Care*: Compassionate Leadership
CONNECT WITH NICOLA:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nicola-arnold-pcc-cpcc-4ba7381a
Twitter: https://twitter.com/NixArnold1
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we dive into the topic of mental health and well-being. As Chief Executive of the charity Student Minds, Rosie shares with us why she feels it is important to be both inclusive and relevant as a leader and how she prioritises her own health & well-being. We also explore the importance of having a joined-up approach to mental health and how the charity’s mental health charter is helping universities achieve this.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“For me, leadership is about being courageous. That means you don't always take the easy option, it means sometimes you do things, or you have to convey things that aren’t popular, or will disappoint some people. And it means you have to be willing to sit with dealing with a lot of risk, but not let that stop you from doing and advocating for the things that you know, right.”
ABOUT ROSIE
Rosie Tressler OBE is the Chief Executive of Student Minds, the charity for student wellbeing and mental health. Over the last few years, Rosie has also overseen the development of the charity's Student Space programme, designed to provide additional support for students during the pandemic. Rosie is a Trustee for The Mental Health Foundation and spends her spare time walking around West Yorkshire.
CONNECT WITH ROSIE:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosietressler/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosietressler
Student Minds website: https://www.studentminds.org.uk/
University Mental Health Charter: https://universitymentalhealthcharter.org.uk/
Student Space website: https://studentspace.org.uk/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s:
Leadership Programme: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/leadershipprogramme
Reset, Refocus, Rejuvenate Retreat: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/retreat
Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes:
E045 Overcoming Roadblocks with Hulya Kurt
E046 Turn Your Passion into Purpose with Julie Perkins
E047 Affordability is Key with Alan Hilton
E048 The Power of Coaching with Julia Bend
E049 Overcoming Limiting Beliefs with Jeremy Lazarus
Reflecting on the final words of wisdom, shared by each of her guests, Mel considers how their insight might help people on their leadership journey:
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Hulya reminded us that life is like a dance. Sometimes it's rock and roll. Sometimes it's a foxtrot. Sometimes a slow dance. Sometimes we need to slow down. Sometimes we go two steps ahead, three steps back. That’s normal.
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Julie encouraged us as leaders to question ourselves. Who are you as a leader and is there enough space between you and what you are doing. For Julie this is the golden nugget, as it gives everyone the opportunity to be the best they can be.
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For Allan it is all about honesty & integrity and not changing who you are.
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Julia, meanwhile, prompted us to remember “it is never too late to be what you might have been.
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And Jeremy would agree, he believes that people can be more successful than they think.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Everyone has the power to be completely and utterly brilliant. The journey is not an easy one, you will need to dive deep. But if you are prepared to do the work you can be more than you might have been.”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of limiting beliefs, what they are and how we can overcome them. A former accountant, Jeremy is an accredited Executive Coach and trainer who specialise in helping people identify and clear their limiting beliefs. During this fascinating conversation we consider some of the most common beliefs people and how you can overcome them without the need for extensive training.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Our beliefs can either empower us or disempower us. I have seen the detrimental impact of limiting beliefs but also the transformational impact when those limiting beliefs were changed. And that’s what really inspires me, the fact that people can move beyond what they think they can do.”
ABOUT JEREMY
Jeremy is an Accredited Master Executive Coach, ILM Approved Coach Trainer and a Certified NLP Master Trainer. Before becoming a business coach and trainer in 1999, he spent 18 years as a senior finance professional, including several years in the investment management industry and as a management consultant, and being Finance Director of YO! Sushi (he is a qualified accountant and corporate treasurer).
Jeremy’s clients include blue chips, SMEs, NHS Trusts, charities, and elite athletes. He has been a guest lecturer at UK universities and has written four best-selling books.
He was a semi-professional footballer and is a very keen tennis player.
Check out Jeremy’s books:
Ahead of the Game: How to Use Your Mind to Win in Sport*: Ahead of the Game
Successful NLP: For the Results you Want*: Successful NLP
The Little NLP Workbook: A Step-by-step Guide to Achieving Personal and Professional Success*: Little NLP Workbook
NLP for Business Success: How to Get Better Results Faster at Work*: NLP for Business Success
Check out Jeremy’s courses:
Clearing Limiting Beliefs: https://www.thelazarus.com/clearing-limiting-beliefs/
Clearing Limiting Beliefs (video course): https://www.thelazarus.com/product/clearing-limiting-beliefs-video-course/
Special offer until 31 August 2023 for Dive Deep, Climb High listeners:
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CONNECT WITH JEREMY:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-lazarus
Website: www.thelazarus.com
Email: jeremy@thelazarus.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we dive deep into the power of coaching. As a hugely beneficial development tool, we explore the benefits of coaching and why for Julia, finding the right coach is like finding a pair of white shoes. Packed with useful information and tips, this light-hearted conversation will help anyone wanting to learn about coaching and how they can get the most from such an adventure.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“To get the most from coaching, be honest. Show up. Be prepared to be vulnerable. There’s nothing wrong with vulnerability. Vulnerability is insightfulness because you are learning more about yourself.”
ABOUT JULIA
Julia is a devoted executive coach assisting uninspired managers and executives in overcoming self-doubt and transitioning to more fulfilling roles. Utilizing her signature SPEAR program and offering tailor-made packages, she supports clients in achieving their goals and aspirations. With an ILM Level 7 qualification, Julia excels in active listening and asking pertinent questions, facilitating reflection and clearer thinking. Passionate about empowering clients to think boldly and shape their goals, she consistently receives praise for her insightful guidance. As Director of Premier-Coaching since 2019 and Event Director of South East Coaching Group since 2020, Julia's expertise continues to benefit numerous professionals.
CONNECT WITH JULIA:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julia-bend-premier-coaching
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julia_premier_coaching/
Website: https://www.premier-coaching.co.uk/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of student accommodation. As Chief Executive of a charity which provides some of the lowest priced accommodation in London, in this very honest and down to earth conversation, Allan shares the benefits of working for an organisation with purpose and what it means to work and live in alignment with your values.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Understanding different cultures is particularly important in the student environment but you do have to adapt because the world is changing. Part of being a manager and leader is adapting to what is around you, but you don’t fundamentally change your values. Your values are there and intrinsic. I’m lucky I have a job that aligns with my values.”
ABOUT ALLAN
Allan has worked in student accommodation for over 30 years. He is currently Chief Executive of Affordable Accommodation 4 students Association ltd – AA4S (previously Cass and Claredale) which is a leading charitable student housing provider. The public benefit of AA4S is to deliver affordable accommodation to allow students to be able to study in London. Allan sits on the board of the ANUK code and its tribunal panel. He also advises the Mayor of London on planning of student accommodation in London, through its Academic Forum. He is a founding member of LASAN – London’s affordable Student Accommodation Network. Allan has been a vocal proponent of affordability, pastoral care and creating communities within student accommodation for many years. His community work involves coaching children at football and is a trustee of Hackney Parochial Charity, which helps people in poverty in Hackney.
CONNECT WITH ALLAN:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/allan-hilton-25b9411b
Email: Allan.Hilton@aa4s.co.uk
AA4S Website: ww.aa4s.co.uk
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
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In this episode, we explore how you can turn your passion into purpose. Sharing her journey, we discuss how Julie has taken her experience of working in a large multi-national organisation to help build her own business Wyseminds which supports entrepreneurs on their journey to success. Packed full of helpful insights Julie also explains and why, for her, leadership is a recipe for failure and curiosity.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“The biggest lesson of leadership I had was about trust and the space to let go. As a leader you have to ask yourself about blocks. It has to be about who am I as a leader, and have I got enough space between me and what I'm doing? That space is the biggest golden nugget that you'll have. And it gives room for everybody to be the best that they can be.”
ABOUT JULIE
Growing up in an entrepreneurial family, Julie was always going to cut her commercial teeth at an early age. After studying business and working in the United States, she put her knowledge to the test by joining the family company, Specsavers, and went on to work her way up through the ranks to country director, setting up and establishing the market leader in the Netherlands. After more than 20 years – and building on her extensive experience of industry and her wide-ranging expertise as a leader – Julie founded her own company, Wyseminds, to mentor fellow female entrepreneurs setting out on their own journey, helping them to find purpose and passion in whatever they do. Living and breathing the world of start-ups (and setting them on the road to success), Julie is also an author, public speaker, and podcaster.
CONNECT WITH JULIE:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-perkins-wm/
LinkedIn (Wyseminds): https://www.linkedin.com/company/wyseminds/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julie_wyseminds
Website: www.wyseminds.com
Email: Julie@wyseminds.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER:
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
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In this episode, we explore what it means to overcome roadblocks and create sustainable change. Having worked for many years in a large multinational organisation, Huyla shares with us her journey to become a coach and mentor. We explore how she helps her clients reframe their misbeliefs and why she chooses to use the term feed forward instead of feedback.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Our roadblocks come from our misbeliefs, but we cannot immediately change our mindset. Change means repetition, repetition, repetition. You do something once. You see the outcome and that nothing went wrong so you do it again, seeing it get better and better. This is how change happens. It’s a slow process because we don’t have a magic wand.”
ABOUT HUYLA
After 32 years of working within a multinational company, Huyla chose to follow her passion of becoming a coach, mentor and workshop facilitator. She motivates and empowers company management teams and their employees to move forward in their professional life. Additionally, she specialises in growth management with young adults and teenagers, assisting them through anxieties, fears, and internal roadblocks.
Check out Hulya’s book: Break Free from Your Hamster Wheel*: Break Free from Your Hamster Wheel
CONNECT WITH HUYLA:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hulyakurt-innkick/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/InnKick
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hulyakurt_coach/
Website: https://innkick.com/
Email: hulya@innkick.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Coach, Facilitator, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees: https://divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk/book
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.divedeepclimbhigh.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we explore what it means to lead by your values. Having started out her career in retail, Sarah shares with us her transition to the student accommodation sector and some of the lessons she has leaned along the way. As current Chair of ASRA we dive deep into her leadership journey and how she realised that being the best leader she could be, meant being her true authentic self rather than trying to emulate other people.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“When I first started my career, I spent a long time looking up to, other leaders and managers, thinking, ‘oh, I really want to be like you.’ You try and adapt your style to be like that person and then you see somebody else and think, ‘I want to be like that person.’ Suddenly it dawned on me to just be myself. Through being myself, being friendly, and being everything that makes me who I am, I am a better leader.”
ABOUT SARAH
Sarah Reynolds currently works at Brunel University as the Deputy Head of Student Living. She is also the current ASRA chair. Sarah has worked within the student accommodation world for the past eight years both in the University & PBSA sectors. She spent the first half of her career in retail, starting her journey as many people do; working part-time whilst juggling studies. It’s from here that her passion for people really developed and she began her management career. Sarah loves working within this sector. The vibrancy of the students that she works with, and the dynamics of her teams makes each day different. She feels lucky to have a job she enjoys so much and a career that has taken her down very different paths.
CONNECT WITH SARAH:
Sarah’s ASRA email address: Asrachair1@gmail.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-reynolds-23403b26/
ASRA website: https://www.asra.ac.uk/
ASRA Twitter: https://twitter.com/ASRACONF
ASRA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/asraconf/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes:
E038 Lead with Unbounded Empathy with Jo Berry
E039 The Power of Sound with Charlie Christie
E040 Serenity in Leadership with Martin Laschkolnig
E041 Collaboration is Key with Robert Garnish
E042 Be Curious & Courageous with Eleri Thomas
Five wonderful conversations that considered leadership from very different perspectives. With Jo we explored what it means to lead with unbounded empathy, whilst with Charlie, we dived into the profound effect sound can have on us, providing clarity and focus. Chatting with Martin we discussed two words that you don’t often see together serenity and leadership. Meanwhile Robert shared his experience of moving from the retail sector to higher education and the change journey his team has been on since he joined Glasgow University. Finally with Eleri, we heard how curiosity and courageousness has taken her on adventures she never would have expected.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Sometimes, especially in the work environment we don’t often feel that we have a choice. But we always have a choice about how we respond. As leaders we need to demonstrate courageousness and sometimes go against the flow. We need to stand up for what is right.”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
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*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we explore what it means to be curious and courageous. To not follow a plan and trust the process. Together with Eleri, we dive deep into those pivotal moments in her life when she showed great courage and discover how she realised in her early fifties she didn’t really know herself at all. Having worked at Aberystwyth University for over twenty-five years, Eleri also reflects on this time with the knowledge she has acquired since re-training as a Creative Kinesiologist.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“For me, in my heart, what leadership means, is the ability to see the potential, of the people that you are working with. To be able to journey with them. To be able to create a vision for the future, and for them to be able to actively create it, to be active participants. And so, the leader provides the environment, they provide the tools for the people around them to be able to be the best people/person, whoever they would like to become.”
ABOUT ELERI
Eleri grew up in Aberystwyth, a beautiful University town situated on the coast of Cardigan Bay in Wales. She studied Hospitality Management at the College of Food in Birmingham before starting her working life in a variety of managerial roles in hotels and restaurants in Bath and Bournemouth.
At age 24 she packed her bags and left for a year to travel and work in Australia following a promise to a college friend. The college friend found love which resulted in a mainly solo trip. On returning to the UK she changed direction slightly and went to work for Aberystwyth University, where she stayed for the next 25 years. During that time, she married, had a family, and worked in a variety of different roles from Assistant Accommodation Manager to Deputy Director of Residential and Hospitality Services.
In 2013 she was gifted the opportunity to have some coaching which led in 2015 to a fabulous 4-week trip to Egypt which turned out to be life changing. Age 50 she took her next big life decision which coincided with her Chiron return and left her job to train as a Creative Kinesiologist which is where we find her now.
Eleri’s Recommendations:
Books:
Standing at the Edge: Finding Freedom Where Fear and Courage Meet Joan Halifax*
Standing at the Edge
When the Body Says No: The Cost of Hidden Stress Gabor Maté*
When the Body Says No
CONNECT WITH ELERI:
Email: eleri.thomas37@gmail.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleri.thomas.50/
Kinesiology Federation website: https://kinesiologyfederation.co.uk/member/eleri-thomas/#locator
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of change and collaboration. Having moved from the retail sector to higher education, Robert shares his journey since joining the University of Glasgow. We explore what his team want to be famous for, and how they have become more comfortable managing the ‘grey’, understanding that often things aren’t either right or wrong, black, or white, yes or no.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Spending time helping people to understand where they fit in to the overarching plan, to the overarching goals and helping them to understand how best to use and manage those relationships and connections between them, is critical because you'll ultimately get more done as a result.”
ABOUT ROBERT
Robert joined Higher Education, having spent 17 years working for the John Lewis Partnership. A graduate of the University of St Andrews, his retail experience spans the length and breadth of the UK from in a variety of store and head office roles. Immediately prior to joining the University of Glasgow he was Head of Branch at John Lewis Aberdeen, having previously fulfilled the same role for a new store opening in York in 2014.
Commercial Services was a newly formed function at Glasgow in 2018 and includes Catering & Events, Accommodation, Retail, Sport, Print, and the University Nursery. With a combined annual turnover of some £36m, previously these individual services were all managed separately, so the bringing together provided an ideal platform for growth in revenue and contribution, business development and improvement in customer experience.
Diversifying capability and introducing new opportunities is back underway post-pandemic with several projects including the opening of 5 new catering propositions (delivered through a profit-sharing subsidiary company), work to deliver additional bedspaces and the introduction of a convenience retail offer.
CONNECT WITH ROBERT
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertgarnish/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/robertajgarnish
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbieg77/
Email: robert.garnish@glasgow.ac.uk
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we dive deep into serenity and peace. Together with Martin, we explore whether it really is possible to achieve serenity in leadership and the benefits of developing such an approach. Sharing tools and tips that he has learned throughout his life, Martin explains why he believes as leaders there are times when we need to be proactive and other occasions when we need to lean back and chill.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“When you talk with people who are doing great things or have made astonishing discoveries connecting the dots and ask them when this happened, they rarely, if ever, say we got this in a seven-hour meeting. They say, oh yeah, it came to me whilst I was running, in the shower, washing my car or ironing my shirt. All sorts of stuff where you disengage from cognitive activity. This is when the intelligence of the heart and gut can bubble up and connect the dots for you.”
ABOUT MARTIN
Martin Laschkolnig is the founder and director of the “Institut fur Potentialentwicklung” (Institute for the Development of Potential) in Linz, Austria. He is a Past President of the German Speakers Association (www.germanspeakers.org) and has been an inspirational speaker to audiences on 4 continents from San Diego to South Africa, from Costa Rica to the Himalayas and across Europe.
He is an expert for motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and inner peace and how these affect leaders, their teams and the performance of people and enterprises. Combining an economic education and entrepreneurial background with years of studies in Buddhist Philosophy and Theory of Perception with Tibetan monks in India led to a new and different approach to view and solve our problems.
Martin’s Recommendations:
Books:
Chicken Soup for the Soul Jack Canfield* Chicken Soup for the Soul
CONNECT WITH MARTIN
Website: www.MartinLaschkolnig.at
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/laschkolnig
Instagram: www.instagram.com/martinlaschkolnig
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Laschkolnig
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we dive deep into the power of sound and the impact it can have on our mental clarity and focus. Having discovered sound healing whilst living and working in Dubai, Charlie shares the science behind this ancient healing modality and the impact it has had on her life and those people she now works with across the globe.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“I have never been a big fan of the word leadership. I don’t see myself as a leader because I am no different to you. I’m not there to tell people what to do, we’re doing it together. It’s the same as the sound healing work I am doing right now. This is the goal; this is what we are aiming for and what we need to do. Let’s do it together. There is no separation.”
ABOUT CHARLIE
Charlie is founder and owner of Thyme with Charlie. A yoga teacher and sound healer she has been running her own internationally certified Sound Healing Academy with Tibetan Singing bowls for several years.
Having been exposed to the holistic healing world since birth she has always been fascinated by what the human eye can’t see. Charlie learnt Reiki at 15 years old and practised on anyone whom she was drawn to help, including the family pets.
Charlie discovered sound healing whilst living in Dubai and immediately connected with it. The practice aided the healing of both physical and emotional ailments and after seeing and feeling the results, she was hooked on this ancient healing modality. Since then, she has developed her healing abilities as an intuitive lightworker and energy healer and now works across the world to help people to find their true self and inner peace.
CONNECT WITH CHARLIE
Website: www.thymewithcharlie.com
Email: hello@thymewithcharlie.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connkevin/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thymewithcharlie/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThymeWithCharlie
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode we dive deep into the world of conflict and conflict resolution. When she was twenty-seven years old, Jo’s father Sir Anthony Berry was killed by the IRA in the 1984 Brighton hotel bombing. Faced with her grief, Jo chose to give up on revenge and instead find a way to bring peace to the situation. Sixteen years later Jo met with the man responsible, Pat Magee and since then they have shared a platform speaking together on more than 300 occasions. As Jo shares her story, we explore how replacing our need to control and blame others with unbounded empathy can help us become better leaders.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Leadership is the ability to have empathy with everyone in the organisation, to recognise one's own patterns of wanting to blame and control. I don't think controlling works. Leadership works with people. They're not there with all the answers, that does not create a safe listening, empathic culture. A leader will be able to have boundaries and will be able to challenge people, but in a way, which is about the dignity, without shaming, without making them wrong. And they'll give people space to make mistakes and learn from them.”
ABOUT JO
Jo Berry is an inspiring speaker who works to resolve conflict around the world. Founder of the charity ‘Building Bridges for Peace’, Jo advocates that unbounded empathy is the biggest weapon we have to end conflict. With political, religious, and racial divides deepening as global and local events unfold, her words offer a message of hope and encourage us all to see the humanity in others.
Jo is frequently invited to address international conferences and seminars on themes of reconciliation, conflict resolution and peace. She has given talks and workshops in areas around the world including Lebanon and Rwanda, India, South Korea, Palestine, and Israel as well as throughout the U.K. She has also joined panels and discussions forums on radio and TV.
In recent years Jo has developed workshops in schools and with youth groups on topics of conflict transformation, storytelling, becoming positive changemakers, and challenging violent extremism. She is a TEDx speaker and a Visiting Fellow with the University of Nottingham (Research Primary Area in Rights and Justice). Jo is also trained as a Restorative Justice facilitator and is an advocate for Restorative Justice around the country.
CONNECT WITH JO
Jo’s Website: https://jo-berry.com/
Building Bridges for Peace Website: https://buildingbridgesforpeace.org/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joberry9
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoBerry9
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jo__berry/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
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In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes:
E034 It’s About People Not Numbers with Rachel Lee
E035 Managing & Perceiving Emotions with Kevin Conn
E0326 Challenge the Status Quo with Deenie Lee & Sarah Canning
Four guests, three fabulous conversations discussing leadership and different aspects of higher education. With Rachel we explored the challenges of selling academic venues when they are not being used for core student activities. With Kevin, we dived into the importance of emotional intelligence and how it is a necessary skill for all leaders. And finally with Deenie and Sarah, we delved into the world of strategic marketing and how they are challenging the status quo with the research they have undertaken into what students want from their accommodation.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“How many times are you involved in internal struggles? I don't like this person. I don't like that person. When we find that we don't like somebody, we start to look for stories that confirm our beliefs. Well, how about you stop that and start to celebrate your differences, understanding that by celebrating those differences, you can achieve more together.”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
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https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of marketing to your business. Together with, Deenie & Sarah, we explore why they believe marketing is the mouthpiece of your business and the difference between marketing implementation and marketing strategy. We also discuss the research they have undertaken into what students really want from their accommodation and how this challenges what is currently being built.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“We talk about marketing as your mouthpiece, and if marketing doesn't know what the business is doing, or what the business is trying to achieve, and is not having those strategic conversations around the table, then it can't deliver for you.”
ABOUT DEENIE & SARAH
Deenie & Sarah are co-founders of The Property Marketing Strategists – a boutique consultancy specialising in the rented property sector including BTR, PBSA and university accommodation. With a focus on data and research to influence strategy, they undertake marketing consultancy assignments alongside their industry webinars, podcasts, and youth forum.
Deenie has over 18 years of experience in senior marketing roles. Focusing on results, she is passionate about understanding a business’ goals and developing an effective strategy to meet and exceed targets. She was of the team which led to the growth of Campus Living Village’s (CLV) UK arm from 1,000 to 16,000 beds and one of the top five student accommodation brands in the country.
Sarah has worked with the biggest student accommodation brands globally including iQ, GSA, The Student Housing Company, and Student Roost. Her experience spans nineteen years and includes proptech, estate agency, new build residential marketing, PRS and PBSA. Sarah also created Rightmove Students from the idea stage through to a fully functioning property portal. Working agency-side gave her invaluable experience which she has been able to apply to client work.
Take a listen to Deenie & Sarah’s podcast: The Property Marketing Lounge https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-property-marketing-lounge/id1639320206
CONNECT WITH DEENIE & SARAH
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/the-property-marketing-strategists
Twitter: twitter.com/strategists_the
Instagram: instagram.com/propertymarketingstrategists
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, we dive deep into emotional intelligence, which Kevin defines as the ability to manage and perceive emotions. Having spent nearly fifteen years working with and researching the topic we explore why Kevin believes it is a key leadership skill and how emotional intelligence can improve team performance and engagement.
KEY TAKEAWAY
‘It’s all about how you treat people. How are you impacting others with your emotional management? Your reaction to your team, your friends, your colleagues can make their day better, or potentially worse, and it's being able to realise your impact. We are wired to act first and think second, that’s just the way our brain works. Taking a pause, and saying ‘what is my best reaction to this’ makes all the difference.”
ABOUT KEVIN
Kevin provides leadership and oversight for Student Housing and Residential Life at California State University Northridge. He received his Doctorate in Education from New York University and has experience working in small and large, private and public institutions. Kevin has and continues to serve on local, regional, and national associations within residence life and LGBTQ+ advocacy. He has nearly fifteen years of experience working with and researching the topic of emotional intelligence and related dynamics within both student and professional staff. Kevin has a strong passion for research turned engagement and has partnered with colleagues on international ACUHO-I grant-funded research projects focused on the evolving role of the Resident Assistant. Furthermore, he just published a book entitled Evolving Landscape of Residential Education, which is a collaboration with several global colleagues in the field. In his spare time, he is an avid marathon runner, foodie, and travel enthusiast.
Kevin’s book: Evolving Landscape of Residential Education: Enhancing Students’ Learning in University Residential Halls* Evolving Landscape Residential Education
CONNECT WITH KEVIN
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connkevin/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrKevinConn
Email: kevin.conn@csun.edu
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of sales, what it means in the world of higher education and why as leaders we need to be comfortable selling. Having worked in hospitality sales for much of her career, Rachel shares with us some of her experiences working as Head of Sales & Marketing at Warwick Conferences and how, through her work with Academic Venue Solutions, she now wants to support colleagues across the UK, who are selling their university’s facilities for conferences and events.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“When you when you're in sales, you have to be inquisitive, you need to get to know what makes people tick, you need to understand, how to work out whether, what you've got is right for them, you've got to come up with the right solution. And it's so much more in depth than what people perceive as selling, as being pushy. For me, it wasn't ever about that it was always about getting to know the person.”
ABOUT RACHAEL
Rachael started out her sales career in conference centres, moving to hotels and then more latterly the academic sector, with 10 years as Head of Sales & Marketing at Warwick Conferences, part of the University of Warwick. Rachael left Warwick Conferences to start up her own business in November 2017 as RB Associates, a consultancy to help support venues with their sales strategies and now runs Academic Venue Solutions as Membership Director full time. Rachael has volunteered as Chair of the European chapter of IACC for 2 years and has recently become a Mental Health First Aider.
CONNECT WITH RACHAEL
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcbartlett/
AVS: https://www.linkedin.com/company/academicvenuesolutions/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/academicvenues
Website: www.academicvenuesolutions.co.uk
Email: rachael@academicvenuesolutions.co.uk
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
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https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes:
030 Burn Bright Not Out with Donna Smith
031 The Cost of Generational Diversity with Neerja Singh
032 Communicate with Impact with Patrick Donadio
Three wonderful conversations filled with a plethora of hints and tips which could be helpful to you on your leadership journey. Together Donna and I explored the signs of burn out and what practical steps you can take to ensure you never get taken off your feet in the same way she did. With Neerja, we dived deep into the cost of generational diversity. A wonderfully brave and honest woman, she shared with us her own deeply personal journey and why she is on a mission to ensure that others don’t experience the same loss. And finally, with Patrick we discussed the first three steps of his IMPACT process, which has been designed to help us better communicate.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“As leaders, we should be providing opportunities and opening doors for our team to walk through, to explore. The other thing is to remember that whilst we can do that, we can create the opportunities we can open doors, we can't change anybody else. We can't make our team walk through that door or take that opportunity or change. Only they can do that.”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
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https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of communication, exploring how we can communicate with impact. At the start of his career, Patrick worked as a Residential Life Assistant and held numerous university roles before deciding to branch out on his own and specialise in communication. Nowadays he works with leaders and their teams, using his IMPACT process to help people better communicate their ideas and achieve greater results.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“When people communicate a lot of people start with the what, but I think it’s important to start with the why. What are some intentions for communicating? Maybe your intention is to inform, it might be to discover, it might be to persuade, build a relationship or give feedback. Those are all different intentions, and each intention would require a different approach. If I'm here to discover, I would hopefully be asking a lot more questions. If I'm here to inform. I'd be doing more talking.”
ABOUT PATRICK
Patrick is a communication strategist, speaker, coach, and author of Communicating with IMPACT. Patrick is one of a few people in the world to have earned the highest designations in both the speaking and coaching professions. Patrick delivers custom, high-value, in-person, and virtual presentations to help leaders and their teams communicate clearly, lead effectively, present powerfully, listen attentively, and make a greater IMPACT on their bottom line through his engaging keynotes, practical training programs, and one-on-one coaching.
Patrick’s Book: Communicating with IMPACT: Effectively Communicate Ideas and Achieve Greater Results* Communicating with Impact
CONNECT WITH PATRICK
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickdonadio
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PDonadio
Website: www.PatrickDonadio.com
Email: Patrick@PatrickDonadio.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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Trigger warning: this episode includes discussion about suicide
In this episode, Neerja shares with us her passion for generational diversity. Driven by personal loss, she is keen to help parents, leaders and businesses understand how different generations view and interact with the world. Acknowledging that some of her knowledge has come through
hindsight, as well as a large amount of research and the experience of having a daughter who lived with depression, Neerja wants her hard-earned wisdom to support others, enabling them to create environments which will allow the younger generation to thrive and flourish.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Keep reminding yourself that you need to be a mighty generation. And remember it is not so much about knowledge, as it is about communication. Kind, gentle, open communication. Listen more than you talk. Say only 25% of what you want to say, particularly when you are trying to communicate with the next generation.”
ABOUT NEERJA
A millennial in spirit, with the benefit of hindsight, Neerja Singh calls herself the Seenager or the Senior Teenager. Four generational books, a YouTube channel on gen-next, a professional column on keeping pace with the young, and a signature Generational Quotient Kit, she helps turn generational differences into dividends @work and @home. She has 37 years in media and education, having worked in advertising, public relations, documentary filmmaking, teaching, and feature journalism. Her recent TEDx talk was entitled “The Unaffordable Cost of Generation Gap.” When not busy evangelizing collaboration, ethical cultures, and personal influence models, Neerja plays golf, does inter-city cycling and swims, a kilometre at a time.
Neerja’s Books:
Boomer Bytes & Bummer Rites* Boomer Bytes & Bummer Rites
OK Gen Z: The True Generation* OK Gen Z
No Time to Be Young: 30 Insights into Generational Empathy from the Seenager, Senior Teenager* No Time to be Young
Neerja’s TEDx Talk, The Unaffordable Cost of Generation Gap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAdkv_o9UbI
CONNECT WITH NEERJA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neerja-singh/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/_NeerjaSingh
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_neerjasingh/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NeerjaSinghSeenager/
Medium: https://medium.com/@neerja_singh
Quora: https://www.quora.com/profile/Neerja-Singh-The-Seenager
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode Donna shares with us her journey from solicitor to HR professional and development consultant before starting her own coaching business Odonata in 2017. We explore why she is so passionate about helping her clients burn bright rather than out and learn how, by taking just five minutes a day for ourselves, we can ensure burnout doesn’t take us off our feet completely.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“There's a principle in the Burn Bright programme that I call 'No is a complete sentence'. Unless we put ourselves first, nothing else matters If our health is not in good shape we can't be there for our loved ones, show up for our clients, our colleagues. We can't make the difference we want to make in the world. It starts with us. So, learn to say yes to you.”
ABOUT DONNA
Donna is on her own journey of discovery. She is someone who has burnt out, someone who has faced several career crossroads, someone who struggles with perfectionism and that feeling of not being good enough. Basically, the types of challenges so many of us face every day. Why is this relevant? Because she has faced all these challenges (and still does) and yet she now gets to do what she loves every day. She burns bright (not out) and so can you!
Donna has an extensive range of experience in Coaching, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) Leadership & Management Development, MBTI, Talent Development, and workshop facilitation. Donna is passionate about working with people who have reached that stage where they say, ‘enough is enough’ and they want to make a change for the better, they want to move forwards instead of staying stuck. She now works with a growing number of clients, helping them to ‘Burn Bright’, not out!
CONNECT WITH DONNA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-smith-coachforjuniorlawyers
Website: https://odonnatacoaching.com/
Email: donna@odonnatacoaching.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes
026 Take Leadership of Your Mind with Caroline Cavanagh
027 Your Values Dive Your Actions with Katrina Walding
028 Celebrate Pride Everyday with Carley Owen
Three diverse conversations filled with golden nuggets which will help you on your leadership journey. With Caroline, we dived deep into her belief that anxiety is good for us and presents an opportunity for growth. Meanwhile, Katrina and I discussed our experience of using values to deliver transformational change and with Carley, we explored the benefits of celebrating diversity every day.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Higher education is leading the way in terms of dealing with diversity; embedding it into its organisations and celebrating the diversity of us as a human race and how that diversity in a work environment can help improve performance. We’ve taken huge steps forward but there is more that needs to be done. We need to get over our fear and step into that place of curiosity.”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
As an openly gay woman, working in higher education, Carley shares her journey with us, the highs, and the lows. From ‘coming out’ at nineteen to being told by a colleague that she would have to try harder in London because she was gay, fat, and northern, Carley gives us her perspective on how we can create more inclusive environments, which allow people to bring their true selves to work every day.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“The LGBTQ+ community, we want you to ask questions, we want you to ask what that acronym means. I don’t have a clue what most of the acronyms mean because they’re forever changing, because they’re personal and they’re different for every single individual, so you’re probably not always going to get it right. But it’s okay to not get it right. Be open with people and ask them what they prefer to be called.”
ABOUT CARLEY
Carley is the Student Experience Manager at the University of the Arts London. Originally from the north of England, she has worked within HE and charity sectors for 15 years supporting inclusivity in leadership and her roles. She is also the Head of Events for Pride in London and has started her own LGBTQ+ events company championing positive individual relationships and community involvement.
Carley's Blog Post: https://enhancetheuk.org/pride-imonth-why-not-a-pride-year/
CONNECT WITH CARLEY
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/carley-owen-9807b9a4
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstsightevents/
Pride in London website: https://prideinlondon.org/events/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Having worked in a variety of operational roles in different sectors, Katrina admits that “customer service is in my blood.” During this fascinating conversation we deep dive into the role values had to play in the change programme she led at the University of Surrey. The aim was not just to create a customer service culture but embed a transformational shift that broke down silos and encouraged a mindset of continual improvement and service innovation.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“The reason why values are so important is because they tap into people’s personal beliefs. Our own values define the way we behave. When we tap into our own personal values, and we can find the connection between the organisation values and what's important to us, then that opens a door to transformational change. If you can really embed values into your organisation, you're on to a winner, you're absolutely on the right journey.”
ABOUT KATRINA
With over 12 years’ experience of working in the leisure industry, Katrina is an inspirational senior manager who makes things happen. She understands strategy and can take her team with her! In 2016 she moved to higher education, taking the professional lead on all aspects of customer service for Estates and Facilities Management and Commercial Services, heading up an inspiring cultural change programme for the department using the university’s values. Over the last two years Katrina has found her calling in the charity sector where she works for Jigsaw Trust, a charity inspired by autism who provide the very best in ongoing education, vocational and wellbeing services for autistic individuals.
CONNECT WITH KATRINA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-walding-nee-plant-2455a742/
Email: k.walding@jigsawtrust.co.uk
Jigsaw Trust Website: https://jigsawtrust.co.uk/
Jigsaw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jigsawtrust/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
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https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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As a clinical hypnotherapist, Caroline has spent the last twelve years helping people understand how their own thoughts and behaviours can create anxiety. With a belief that anxiety is good for us, and it can help us to grow, we dive deep into the process that Caroline uses to help people take leadership of their mind and build their mental resilience.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Anxiety is a more comfortable way for many people to describe fear. We all have anxiety because it is part of that intrinsic survival instinct. But it’s whether you can use that anxiety to allow you to grow or whether it is controlling you and stopping you from growing. It really comes back to that leadership of the fear, as opposed to the fear telling you what you can and can't do.”
ABOUT CAROLINE
Caroline Cavanagh is an anxiety Specialist, Professional Speaker, and Author. She helps people struggling with anxiety and stress and teaches them to increase their mental resilience which can transform their enjoyment in life. She developed the 5 step Anxiety Alchemy process that provides people with the knowledge to stop anxiety holding them back, and using it instead, to grow. She is a member of the Professional Speakers Association, and previously the Association of Professional Coaches Trainers and Consultants who awarded her the National Consultant of the Year. She has a passion for working with teenagers to help reverse the trend in teenage anxiety, working both with individuals and doing talks in schools, colleges, and universities.
Caroline’s Book: Anxiety Alchemy* Anxiety Alchemy
CONNECT WITH CAROLINE
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-cavanagh
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnxietyExpertCC
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AddingZestLtd/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7hFLL4Uzwlm9TAj_dFkmRg
Website: https://www.carolinecavanagh.co.uk/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes
022 Leadership is a Partnership with Jordan Meates
023 Be the Leader of Your Mind with Duncan Bhaskaran Brown
024 Be Present & Listen with James Greenwood
Three insightful conversations with three fantastic human beings. Have you ever considered that leadership is a partnership or as a leader you could be fuelling your team’s bad habits or that sometimes all you need to do to help someone’s wellbeing is to be there and listen. These are just some of the topics we discuss in these episodes, which are packed with thought provoking ideas and insights which can help you fulfil your potential as a leader.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“I’ve worked with many managers that feel they have almost a right to power because of the position that they hold. But is that right? Should it be that way? If they changed their perspective, and thought of the relationship more in terms of a partnership, of an equal balancing of bringing together of people's various skills, experiences, and knowledge, would that change the dynamic? And would it be a more positive way to move forward?”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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Diving into the world of well-being, James shares with us the importance of listening and recognising that as individuals, the way we each deal with our mental health will be different. Having worked at several universities, we explore James’ approach to leadership and why he believes you should say yes to everything, give it a go and have no regrets.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Sometimes we all get up in the morning, and think I can't be doing with work today, I can't, I'm really stressed. I think it's healthy to have those open discussions with your line manager around how best to structure your work. Sometimes that might mean having a day off here and there and treating wellbeing and mental health a bit more like physical health when we wake up with the flu or a cold. We should be openly discussing wellbeing in a much more positive way. But that's a new skill to learn.”
ABOUT JAMES
James is Head of Residential Life at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), taking the strategic lead for all aspects of community building and wellbeing support. He has worked within residential life for nearly 10 years at various universities across the UK and has created award-winning student experience programmes. Currently James is the UK Ambassador for the International Association of College and University Housing Officers. Additionally, James chairs the UK Residential Life and Student Experience groups as part of College and University Business Officers (CUBO) professional body.
CONNECT WITH JAMES
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesgreenwood1/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JamesResLife
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode we dive deep into the world of bad habits, overindulgence, and addiction. As someone who regularly overindulged, Duncan cleaned up his act, when faced with the questions, ‘Do you want another drink, or do you want a child?” As he shares his story, we explore some of the science behind bad habits and how as managers we could inadvertently be encouraging them in our own team.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“You want to reward the team. What do you do? You buy them donuts. That's not a reward, in my opinion, that's a punishment. You know, that's, that's not like something to celebrate. That's something that actually makes you feel less good and makes you less good at your job. So why would you do that? I don't buy people chocolate or wine in the same way that I wouldn't buy them cigarettes or cocaine.”
ABOUT DUNCAN
Duncan has done his fair share of overindulgence, strictly speaking he’s drunk more than his fair share of wine and eaten more than his fair share of cake. Along the way he found himself in some interesting places like on stage with S-Club, a stint as Mayor of his hometown and Morris dancing in Westminster Abbey. After 20 years of over-doing it, he cleaned up his act and trained with the Easyway clinic, the world’s most successful stop smoking service. Now he spends his time helping people push over-indulgence out of their life. He lives in Abingdon with one wife, one daughter and two bonsai trees.
Duncan’s Book: Get Over Indulgence: Take Control Find Your Stress-Free Life *
Get Over Indulgence
DUNCAN'S RECOMMENDATIONS:
Books
This Naked Mind: Control Alcohol, Find Freedom, Discover Happiness & Change Your Life Annie Grace * This Naked Mind
The Biology of Desire: why addiction is not a disease (The Addicted Brain) Marc Lewis * The Biology of Desire
CONNECT WITH DUNCAN
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncanbhaskaranbrown/
Website: https://www.bhaskaranbrown.com/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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Leadership is a partnership. This is what Jordan Meates believes. In this episode we not only dive into the partnerships he has with his team but also those accommodation providers he sees as being part of the extended Sheffield Hallam campus and the extended campus experience for students. We explore the role of trust in these relationships and how he has developed them over time, taking an evolutionary approach rather than a revolutionary one.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“I found that best partnerships, in that sense occur where there's both clarity and freedom. So, clarity on everyone’s role, clarity on what the expectations are, but freedom within that to be able to express oneself and communicate freely.”
ABOUT JORDAN
Jordan has several years’ experience in the student accommodation sector having developed specialisms in managing activity, services, partnerships, and people. In his role as Campus Services Manager at Sheffield Hallam University, Jordan provides operational management for the Campus Development Team, and possess extensive knowledge in the delivery of accommodation services having played a lead role in the implementation of Sheffield's city-wide property standard, snug, and more recently the University accommodation response to COVID-19. He is also elected to sit on the Association for Student Residential Accommodation (ASRA) Management Committee, contributing to the strategic development of the association.
CONNECT WITH JORDAN
Email: j.meates@shu.ac.uk
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-meates-b9364b1b1
ASRA website: https://www.asra.ac.uk/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
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https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes
018 You Cannot Lead Without Love with Renee Rajkumar
019 Become a Networking Angel with Jane Donachy
020 Candidate Attraction is Vital with Hayley Mintern
Three wonderful conversations with three fabulous women, who are all leaders in their chosen specialisms. With Renee we explored the power of transferable skills and how she uses the competences she has honed in her day job to help her in her coaching practice and vice versa. Meanwhile Jane, shared her secrets to becoming a networking angel and the belief that we cannot fail at a conversation, whilst Hayley explained why candidate attraction is vital especially in these challenging times when finding the right talent for our organisation is so difficult.”
KEY TAKEAWAY
“If you want to have a team that is decisive, and happy to take accountability, then you need to create an environment that enables them to do this. As leaders, we need to be encouraging people to find their own way of doing things.”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
There is no doubt that finding talent in the current marketplace is tough. In this episode we dive deep into the world of recruitment and what you need to do to ensure you attract the best people to your team. As a recruitment expert in higher education, Hayley shares with us her top tips for recruiting the right people and why she believes that as leaders we need to be excited and passionate during the recruitment process, showcasing our skills, vision, and strategy.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“We've all been guilty of looking at a CV and assuming that because somebody has worked at a competitor organisation, they can do the job. But we need to be broader in terms of our search now looking at personality traits for individuals and how they can fit within the team, or where their skills from other sector such leisure, hospitality and retail can transfer in.”
ABOUT HAYLEY
Hayley is a Business Director and joined MRG in 2015. She is responsible for our Living Assets and Commercial Education Division. After working in the Rugby Football Union Education Department leading on international projects for six years, Hayley moved into recruitment working for Reed managing both temporary and permanent campaigns. Hayley joined MRG in 2015, initially supporting Estates and Facilities Management appointments across Higher Education. Hayley has spent the last seven year working with student accommodation and commercial team across Higher Education. She has strong understanding of supporting complex structures, delivering leadership appointments, and providing market intel.
CONNECT WITH HAYLEY
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/hayleymintern
MRG website: www.mrgpeople.co.uk
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode we dive deep into the world of networking and why it should be a key part of your leadership strategy. A networking angel, Jane shares the reasons why she believes networking is such a powerful tool, how it helped her transition from the world of catering into higher education and her tips for overcoming the fear of talking to someone you don’t know and why you can’t fail at a conversation.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“The fear around networking is often, ‘oh I don’t know them.’ But we are all human beings and once you start talking, you will have something in common. It might be holidays, it could be sport or reading, it could be anything. You will find something that’s a common denominator and the conversation will flow. But you have to make an effort. And you have to want to know about people and be interested in what they say.”
ABOUT JANE
Jane Donachy is a business development and networking specialist with over 30 years’ experience in both commercial and not-for-profit sectors across the U. K and Australasia. Her successful and diverse career spans a variety of industries including accommodation, catering, food services, hospitality, and retail. Jane is currently Associate Director of Catering, Retail and Accommodation Services at the University of the Arts London. In 2021 she became Vice Chair of CUBO, a membership organisation for campus and commercial services professionals, which supports over 900 members in the UK and Ireland, where she aims to support the board in making changes to ensure we are “the go too” place for advice, support, and networking opportunities within the commercial department in universities.
CONNECT WITH JANE
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/janedonachy
Email: j.donachy@arts.ac.uk
CUBO website: https://www.cubo.ac.uk/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode we dive deep into the world of risk, compliance, and coaching. During the day, Renee is Risk and Compliance Manager at the University of the Arts London, whilst in the evenings and at weekends she runs her own coaching business, Portal Coaching. In this heart-warming episode Renee shares how, she uses her risk and compliance skills to help her in her coaching practice and vice versa and why she believes you cannot lead without love.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“For me, the true quality of a strong effective leader is consistently managing with love and leaving people in a better state. If you want to lead people, you must be able to lead yourself. You have to love yourself enough to work on yourself. We are continuously growing, there are areas we always need to be working on.”
ABOUT RENEE
Renee is enthusiastic about life and people. Renee's career background is in process operations, quality, safety, and compliance in the manufacturing and Higher Education environments.
Renee is founder of Portal Coaching and is trained in NLP, solution-based coaching, business coaching and hypnotherapy. Renee started Portal Coaching to work with companies and individuals to get clarity on who they are, life, work, and relationship issues. Recognising it is not always easy to take control of situations because of challenge to take charge of our minds, Renee is motivational and inspiring, challenging beliefs and behavioural patterns to break cycles of negativity and replace them with positive actions.
CONNECT WITH RENEE
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/renee-rajkumar-985758a
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portalcoachingltd/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/portalcoachingltd
Portal Coaching website: https://www.portalcoaching.co.uk/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes
014 People Buy From People with Simon Horniblow
015 Regulate Your Nervous System with Paul Crick
016 Let Your Head & Heart Rule with ChaNan Bonser
Three incredible conversations, covering a range of topics including student engagement, why people buy from people, how we can regulate our nervous system and the benefits of coming out of our heads and into our bodies. As leaders, if we want to be the very best version of ourselves, we cannot do what we have always done because we will only get what we have always got. In their own ways, each guest encourages you to take a step outside of what might be comfortable and do something different. The question is are you brave enough to take up the challenge?
KEY TAKEAWAY
“As leaders, we don't need to have all the answers, but we do need to have the strength of character to be willing to acknowledge when we don't know something. I've met so many people who find this incredibly challenging to do, seeing it as a weakness and not a strength.”
Book Recommendations:
Fear Less: How to Win Your Way in Work & Life Dr Pippa Granger* Fear Less: How to Win Your Way in Work & Life
Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers Robert M. Sapolsky* Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers
The Body Keeps the Score: Mind, Brain and Body in the Transformation of Trauma Bessel van der Kolk* The Body Keeps the Score
The Heart of Trauma: Healing the Embodied Brain in the Context of Relationships Bonnie Badenoch* The Heart of Trauma
The Wim Hof Method: Activate Your Potential, Transcend Your Limits* Wim Hoff The Wim Hof Method
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode we dive deep into our bodies and the wonderful world of creative kinesiology. Sharing her own voyage of discovery as someone who spent much of her time inside her own head, to understanding the wisdom and insights her body holds, ChaNan is now able to maximise her performance by letting her heart and head rule together. With some very simple practical tips that will enable you to connect with your body, this conversation will undoubtedly calm your mind whilst opening up new ways to maximise your leadership potential.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Creative Kinesiology is about listening to the body. It comes from the premise that your body is its own expert, and you just need to listen to it. When we use our brain, we want to understand it and apply logic but when we go into our bodies, we don’t need that.”
ABOUT CHANAN
ChaNan Bonser is a therapist and healer, a teacher and trainer based in Mid Wales.
She works with a global client base, both on a personal and organisational level and has helped many clear blockages within their systems and environments, to bring them into deeper contact with their bodies, creating space for potential to be fulfilled. She is a Director of the Creative Kinesiology School, working to help develop and deliver courses that empower people to step more fully into their lives, and to help them realise their dreams, as well as managing day to day stress and pain. She is an anatomy geek and is fascinated by the physical body and the stories it can share and is dedicated to helping others find their way.
CONNECT WITH CHANAN
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/chanan-bonser-a46a2024
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chananbonser
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChaNanBonser
ChaNan’s website: www.chananbonser.com
Kinesiology Wales website: www.kinesiologywales.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode we take a deep dive exploration into our nervous system and how by understanding what happens to us at neurobiological level, we can be better leaders. As a keyboard player with a fear of performing in public, and a reformed management consultant who experienced some pretty stressful and toxic work environments, Paul embarked on a journey of learning and self-discovery that led him to the belief that as leaders we need to work from the inside out.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“I want people to understand that a conversation is a neurobiological chain reaction. Think about meetings. It's a series of neurobiological chain reactions. And until we see the world through this lens, people are going to continue doing what they're doing, not knowing the impact of this on our neurophysiology or our neuro chemistry. How the hell are you going to manage teams, if you don't recognise, we're co creating our experience, and that this neurobiological chain reaction is happening.”
ABOUT PAUL
Paul is the Founder and Managing Partner of his own leadership development consultancy, The Elevate Partnership. He specialises in helping leaders and senior leadership teams to expand their inner character and capacity to enable them to lead at the next level. He also serves on the Board of Trustees for The Adagio College of Performing Arts and, until recently, served on the European Mentoring and Coaching Council board and the UK as Professional Development Director. Paul has been a management consultant, coach, educator, facilitator, and trainer for over 20 years, working worldwide with Fortune 500 and Times 250 corporations, public sector institutions and voluntary organisations.
Paul’s Recommendations:
Books:
Fear Less: How to Win Your Way in Work & Life Dr Pippa Granger* Fear Less: How to Win Your Way in Work & Life
Why Zebras Don’t Get Ulcers Robert M. Sapolsky* Why Zebras Don't Get Ulcers
The Body Keeps the Score: Mind, Brain and Body in the Transformation of Trauma Bessel van der Kolk* The Body Keeps the Score
The Heart of Trauma: Healing the Embodied Brain in the Context of Relationships Bonnie Badenoch* The Heart of Trauma
CONNECT WITH PAUL
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/paulcrick
Website: https://www.theelevatepartnership.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode we dive deep into the importance of engaging students and building a sense of community throughout their university journey. Simon also shares why he is so committed to bringing people into his business who are at the start of their careers and how the passion of his team spurred him on, to lean into a difficult leadership challenge.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“An idol of mine is my dad and he always told me people buy from people and that has always resonated with me. Whether you’re selling something, or you need the buy in of someone you work with. The full saying is people buy from people they trust, and they trust people they like. Having great people around you lets you do great things and actually it makes life much more enjoyable.”
ABOUT SIMON
Simon is the co-founder and Managing Director of Campuslife, who work with universities and PBSAs across the UK to deliver the best possible student experience through their range of innovative insight-led digital products and services. Before forming Campuslife in December 2007, Simon worked on several productions for all five terrestrial broadcasters before turning his attention and skills to the world of new media and multiplatform projects. Simon is passionate about making great quality video that engages its target audience as well as looking at new ways of allowing viewers to interact with content via online platforms, social media sites and mobile devices.
CONNECT WITH SIMON
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-horniblow-2a63a89/
Campuslife website: www.campuslife.co.uk
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes
009 Expand Your Influence with Jo Hardman
010 Attitude Determine Altitude with Rebecca O’Hare
011 Capacity for Change with Charlie Warshawski
Three wonderful conversations, with two people who are working within the higher education sector in the UK and one who has worked closely with Dr Carol Dweck, who led the pioneering research into mindset theory. Diving deep, each guest provided valuable insight into how they have achieved their goals and battled imposter syndrome to get where they want to be.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“We know that everyone is not like us, but we don’t live it. Why? For me, the answer is simple. For us to live this statement, we must first understand who we are, we need to be able to recognise our superpowers, but also our blind spots. How can we hope to understand others when we can't understand ourselves? And to do this takes time, it takes guts, and it takes determination.”
Book Recommendations:
Mindset - Updated Edition: Changing The Way You think To Fulfil Your Potential Dr Carol Dweck* Mindset
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode we dive deep into how our mindset can impact our capacity for change. Chatting with the wonderful Charlie Warshawski, who has worked closely with Carol Dweck, we explore her pioneering research into mindsets and how shifting our belief from, ‘I can’t do something.’ to ‘I haven’t yet learned the process,’ can help us grow.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“The mantra these days is praising effort, or praising process, rather than praise a person. The problem is that praise often undermines people's self-esteem. Often it sends a message to say we are praising and evaluating you. We are saying, we think you're brilliant, we own the view about whether this picture is good, this drawing is good, this piece of work is good, whether your intrinsic personality is good. Whereas if we step back from that a bit, and we start using descriptive praise, we can describe what we see. And if we're going to praise anything, we praise effort. We praise process.”
ABOUT CHARLIE
Charlie is an education leadership coach and trainer, specialising in supporting organisational, team and individual change. He offers 20 years of education, coaching and training experience, with a background that spans the education, voluntary and commercial sectors. He has worked with students as their mentor, with staff and leadership teams as their coach. Since 2015 Charlie has been part of a team working under the supervision of Professor Carol Dweck, author, and main researcher of mindset theory. The work has involved running in-depth programmes for teachers, helping them to develop a growth mindset culture.
Charlie’s Recommendations:
Books:
Mindset - Updated Edition: Changing The Way You think To Fulfil Your Potential Dr Carol Dweck* Mindset
Punished By Rewards: Twenty-Fifth Anniversary Edition: The Trouble with Gold Stars, Incentive Plans, A's, Praise, and Other Bribes Alfie Kohn* Punished by Rewards
TEDx Talk:
The Power of Believing You Can Improve Dr Carol Dweck https://www.ted.com/talks/carol_dweck_the_power_of_believing_that_you_can_improve
CONNECT WITH CHARLIE
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/charliewarshawski
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveyourcoaching/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/loveyourc
Website: www.loveyourcoaching.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode we dive deep into the world of residential life and how your attitude not your aptitude determines your altitude. With a passion for giving students the best possible residential experience, Rebecca shares her career journey to date, her approach to life and learning and getting the job you want. As she says, “everything you want is on the other side of fear.”
KEY TAKEAWAY
“I use my strengths in my career. There are also things I do that cost nothing. I will always arrive on time. I will be prepared. I will have the best attitude in the room. I don’t tell myself I have to do something, I tell myself I get to do something, what a privilege. I will be dressed for the job. These things you can bring to any job or career. They’re important and cost nothing but say a lot about you as an individual.”
ABOUT REBECCA
Rebecca O’Hare is Assistant Director (Residence Life & Accommodation Office) at the University of Leeds, UK and recently completed an MA in Student Affairs in Higher Education. She co-founded and co-hosts the Student Affairs podcast ‘Free Food, Free Drinks’ and previously, worked for global PBSA operator Campus Living Villages as their Head of Residence Life. Rebecca was chair of the ACUHO-I Global Initiatives Network, a former member of the ASRA committee and was awarded the CUBO Residence Life professional award in 2019, the Class of 2020 Best Initiative award for wellbeing in 2019 and the BYTA Rising Star award in 2018.
CONNECT WITH REBECCA
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-o-hare/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Rebecca_ResLife
Free Food Free Drinks Podcast: https://anchor.fm/freefoodfreedrinks
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode we dive deep into the world of commercial services and how you can expand your influence as a leader. Having spent his entire working life at the University of Lancaster, Jo Hardman shares how being an opportunist has helped his career, why he is driven by a desire to make the people around him have a better existence and what he enjoys most about being Chair of CUBO (College & University Business Officers Association).
KEY TAKEAWAY
“In recent years that’s the thing that has changed me the most, understanding that everyone’s not like me. We all know it. It’s one of those things you know but you don’t live it. For me, it's not what you are, that's the most important. Realising that other people are something else is more important than knowing what you are.”
ABOUT JO
Jo Hardman has worked at Lancaster University for 30 years in a wide range of commercial, research and marketing roles which has helped him get under the skin of the widest possible elements of HE life. As current chair of CUBO (College & University Business Officers Association), Jo got involved in the Board as he could see an organisation that wanted to lead and help set the agenda for commercial services in the University sector.
CONNECT WITH JO
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jo-hardman-4558a417
Email: j.hardman@lancs.ac.uk
CUBO website: https://www.cubo.ac.uk/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes
005 The Answer is Inclusion with Linbert Spencer OBE
006 Workplace Wellbeing with Bobbi Hartshorne
007 Turn Customer Service Inwards with Andrew McMillan
Three conversations about three very different topics. Interestingly, whilst on the surface these subjects are distinct, as we dived deep into each episode, and my guests shared their wonderful insights some common themes began to emerge. These included the pitfalls of throwing money at a challenge without being super clear about where you are going from a strategic perspective.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Behavioural change is the fundamental piece that is often missing when we articulate where it is we want to go. We fail to spend time thinking about what will be different when we achieve our goal. What will we see, hear, and feel? How will our experience have changed? How will the experience of our team, colleagues, students have changed?”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode we dive deep into what can happen if an organisation turns its customer focus inwards. As an employee engagement specialist, Andrew shares with us his six-step framework for embedding a customer service culture and what he has learnt through his twenty-six years working at the John Lewis Partnership and most latterly, running his own consultancy business.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Leading is bringing people together to coalesce around a core objective. To be proud of what they do. Taking pride in looking after each other and their customers whilst enjoying themselves. Having fun at work as s a result.”
ABOUT ANDREW
Andrew started his career as a management trainee with the John Lewis Partnership at Brent Cross. He held several different roles before being asked to lead on customer service for the department store division, where he developed JLP’s market-leading culture and attitude towards customer service and sales. That customer-driven culture is something that is synonymous with the John Lewis brand and during his tenure John Lewis won many awards for customer service and were frequently cited in the media as a leading customer-oriented organisation. In 2012 Andrew set up his own consultancy specialising in employee engagement, customer experience and the leadership to create the link between the two. He is in demand internationally as a conference speaker, facilitator, and chair.
CONNECT WITH ANDREW
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-d-mcmillan-5133677/
Engaging Service website: www.engagingservice.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode we dive deep into workplace wellbeing, uncovering why it is no longer just a nice to have, but a strategic imperative. As a wellness expert Bobbi shares her thoughts around how organisations can move from wellbeing 1.0 where it is tangential to the long-term strategy of the business to wellbeing 2.0 where it is understood to be a critical success factor, firmly embedded in the workplace culture.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Wellbeing continues to be proven to have an impact on almost every metric that a leader would care about, from bottom line, performance and share price to team cohesion and productivity, to customer satisfaction and loyalty. Take wellbeing seriously.”
ABOUT BOBBI
Bobbi is the Founder and Chief Wellness Officer at WellWise, the Workplace Wellbeing Optimizers. Bobbi is also a freelance strategic workplace wellbeing consultant. Bobbi began her career in higher education as a student ambassador supporting the Aim Higher programme at University of York, she then spent the next 5 years in widening participation, recruitment, admissions and marketing at the Universities of Cambridge, Hertfordshire, Goldsmiths, and Essex, before moving to Dubai where she worked as an International Higher Education Consultant and then joined Global Student Accommodation group in 2015. At GSA she pioneered a multi-award-winning student wellbeing operational framework for a global portfolio of student residences. strategy service.
Bobbi’s Book Recommendations:
The Score Takes Care of Itself: My Philosophy of Leadership Bill Walsh*
The Score Takes Care of Itself
Chief Wellbeing Officer Steven P. MacGregor, Rory Simpson* Chief Wellbeing Officer
Nine Lies About Work: A Freethinking Leader’s Guide to the Real World*
Nine Lies About Work
CONNECT WITH BOBBI
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbihartshorne/
Wellwise website: www.bewellwise.com
Ensorenda website: www.ensorenda.com
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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Moving to the UK, from Jamaica in 1955, Linbert Spencer OBE, always understood he was different from those around him. Recalling parts of his life story, Linbert shares his perspective on leadership and his thoughts as to why we have failed to make the progress we could have done in respect of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“The inclusive leader has an intentional relationship of influence, the purpose of which is to cause people to feel consistently included, which I would define as feeling respected, valued, trusted and safe. Then they are able to be their best self and do their best work.”
ABOUT LINBERT
A former actor, international athlete, television presenter and CEO of a charity, Linbert has been helping organisations and individuals to transform themselves for more than 30 years. An international consultant specialising in inclusion, leadership, performance management, personal development and coaching he has facilitated learning and development seminars and workshops in more than 20 countries as well as across the UK.
Linbert’s Book: The Diversity Pocketbook * Diversity Pocketbook
CONNECT WITH LINBERT
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/linbertspencer
Website: www.linbertspencer.co.uk
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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In this episode, Mel dives deep into these recent podcast episodes
001 Why Dive Deep with Mel Loizou
002 Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP) with Daryll Scott
003 Intercultural Competence with Jo Bloxham
KEY TAKEAWAY
“As leaders, we cannot hope to lead others until we can first lead ourselves and that means diving deep into who we are. As human beings we are all beautifully imperfect – there is not a single person on this planet who is perfect no matter what they may tell themselves and that’s ok. We need to all get more comfortable at looking in the mirror (metaphorically that is), celebrating our superpowers and recognising our blind spots. We need to get comfortable with diving deep.”
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience: https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this episode we dive deep into neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) and how it can help us communicate better. Daryll shares his story and how NLP changed his life, helping him banish imposter syndrome. We also explore how it can help us build better relationships and develop a more agile approach to leadership.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Neuro-linguistic programming is a mixed bag of profoundly effective philosophies and techniques that doesn’t sit neatly on any shelf. The application of them is limited only by your imagination because they are so fundamental to human communication and ways of being that you can apply them to anything. From creativity to therapy, business leadership and parenting.”
ABOUT DARYLL
Daryll Scott is an author, speaker, and psychological performance coach, helping organisations, teams and individuals to overcome challenges, create change and achieve high performance. He has 30 years’ experience as an entrepreneurial business leader and has enjoyed a wildly diverse career, from entrepreneurial adventures, business leadership and executive coaching to neuro-linguistic programming, hypnosis and neuromarketing.
Daryll’s Book: Can We Start Again? * Can we start again?
CONNECT WITH DARYLL
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/daryllscott
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daryllscott/
Website: https://www.daryllscott.com/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via
https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience:
https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
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*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
From an early age Jo had a desire to explore and travel. Having lived and worked in many different places, it is no wonder Jo made the transition from geography teacher to intercultural trainer. In this episode she shares how her journey has impacted the work she does now. We dive into the relationship between intercultural competence and equality, diversity and inclusion and explore how we can all become more culturally competent, even if, as Jo says, “I’ll be dead before I am perfectly and culturally competent.”
KEY TAKEAWAY
“I've grown up in a white skin so I have to appreciate that if I'd grown up in a different colour skin, my experiences would have been very different. I can try to learn about it, but I won't know. You can't just do to people what you want done to you. That's not enough, you have to do what works for them.”
ABOUT JO
Jo Bloxham is the founder of Kynfolk and has over 20 years’ experience as an intercultural trainer. Jo was born and raised in the UK but has worked and trained in many different countries around the world: China, South Africa, Ethiopia, Ghana, Uganda, India and Thailand. She works extensively in the UK university sector, with both students and staff, and has also worked for a wide range of clients from Warner Brothers to the Premier League.
CONNECT WITH JO
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jobloxham/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/kynfolkjo
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kynfolkjo/
Kynfolk website: https://kynfolk.com/
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via
https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
Check out Mel’s Book, When Fish Climb Trees*: When Fish Climb Trees
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk, Ditch Your Fishnets, Boost Your Resilience:
https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
In this inaugural Dive Deep, Climb High podcast episode, the tables are turned on host Mel Loizou as Life Purpose Coach, Amy Rowlinson asks Mel why she has set up this new podcast. What is it about? Who is it for? Why is it important? Following her leadership and personal development journey in Higher Education, Mel shares her passion as to why she is seeking to inspire others with her new Dive Deep, Climb High podcast.
KEY TAKEAWAY
“Leadership is about being brave. Because sometimes you have to go against the tide and the vast majority of opinion. You have to stand up for what you believe in, be brave, and dive deep into who you are. You can't hope to lead other people, until you can lead yourself.”
BOOK RECOMMENDATION* When Fish Climb Trees by Mel Loizou
ABOUT THE HOST – MEL LOIZOU
Mel is a Consultant, Coach, Facilitator, TEDx Speaker, Podcast Host & Mum. Specialising in leadership and change management in the Higher Education sector, Mel uses her Fish Climb Trees philosophy to help individuals, teams and organisations, shift from that place of believing they can’t, to one where they know they absolutely can.
Check out Mel’s TEDx Talk:
https://www.ted.com/talks/mel_loizou_ditch_your_fishnets_boost_your_resilience
If you would like Mel to help you with your leadership and change management challenges, then please book a free 30 min call via
https://calendly.com/melloizou/initialchat
CONNECT WITH MEL
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melloizou/
https://www.instagram.com/mel.loizou/
https://twitter.com/Mel_Loizou
https://www.fishclimbtrees.co.uk
HOSTED BY: Mel Loizou
DISCLAIMER
The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guest speakers. Please conduct your own due diligence.
*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Focusing on leadership in higher education, Mel Loizou asks her guests to share what leadership means to them.
The Dive Deep Climb High podcast is fun, honest, and relatable. It enables you to dive deep into your role and the leader you are.To climb high, unleashing the power and potential of you and those around you.
With inspiring stories, practical tips, and a little bit of fishiness this show will help you realise that sometimes the apparently impossible is absolutely possible.
Dive Deep. Climb High. Can Do Leadership in a World of Can’t.