The Friel Thing with Greg Friel: Recent Episodes
Greg Friel
Musician and Marketer Greg Friel from Frielance Music & Media chats with Business Owners sharing their personal stories. Focusing on Self-Development, Team-building, Leadership and-Of course talking a bit about music.
Greg chats to entrepreneur and coach Craig McGee. Founder of Panoptic Events and Not a 9-2-5- Lifestyle. They discuss the importance of mindset and how he took his events company through the last couple of years. https://panopticevents.com/
"I think the thing that is fascinating about that is being a thought leader is not necessarily an end in itself, it’s the fact that you are a practitioner in what it is that you are talking about is what makes the difference. I think that's the thing that makes the difference and ultimately why people will listen to you because you live it, you breathe it, and how you live your life." Greg Friel on Craig McGee.
Talking with Author Liza Miles about her creative process and her new book " A Game Of Murder".
Great to chat to Bodil from Diginet Uk about the rise of Digital Business cards and "frictionless connectivity".
It had to happen! What a blast it was catching up with big Darren Christie from People Plus.
We chatted about living in America, his career as a pro-golfer, being Cameron Diaz’s “ex”, virtual versus real-life networking and so much more. This is an epic one…but we built in a check to see if you listened to it all…if you know…you know…
podcast # #career #networking
Great to finally chat to Rosee Elliot -The Image Whisperer from House of Colour about looking good and feeling better!
Great to chat with Founder of The Events Hub, Ruby Sweeney about her career and how she has had to navigate the last year in her business. https://www.theeventshub.com
Great to chat with Travel Councillor Colin Shaw about his career and travel adventures. http://www.travelcounsellors.com/coli...colin.shaw@travelcounsellors.com https://card.pramaze.com/colin-shaw
Great to talk to Cara Dzivane from Adeo Group. We spoke about everything from tattoos,Black Lives Matter to music and marketing.... https://www.adeogroup.co.uk
Great to catch up with CEO/Founder of My Language Connection Victoria Nicol.
We fought against some technical issues here but still managed to talk about the growth of her business during Covid,the importance of Mindset to business success (and in general). I still managed to talk about hair...for some ridiculous reason.
What we didn't get to talk about was VIctoria's business being a Scottish Edge Award Winner.
Victoria is an inspiration to many young (and old!) entrepreneurs.With an incredible drive,focus and work ethic, she has turned MLC into a thriving International translations agency. https://mylanguageconnection.com
Great to chat with my good friend, public speaking coach and author Kyle Murtagh from https://www.confidencebydesign.com
Back in October 2020,I got to chat to Samantha Tonge from Labrakita Marketing. We talked about her career, COVID, and she shares some useful tips for businesses at this time. https://www.labrakita.co.uk/
Cheryl Smith is walking the Northcoast 500 to rasie money for SAMH. Details and to donate below:- https://www.justgiving.com/fundraisin... https://www.facebook.com/CherylWalksH...
Delighted to talk to the amazing Phyllis Hutchison on this episode. She rescues dogs from certain death in Africa and finds them new homes. I'loved hearing all about her amazing work. You can donate to her appeal below. https://virtual.thekiltwalk.co.uk/fun...
Great to chat with Coach, Hypnotherapist and Holistic Practitioner Deborah Craig. https://www.deborahcraig.com
Great to catch up with entrepreneur and all-around good dude Niall Rachman. We talk about his workplace training businesses and how work has changed over the last year. https://www.first2train.co.uk
Great to catch up with Pitch & Presentation Specialist and founder of The RED Effect, Mel Sherwood.
Find out more about Mel's work at: https;//www.melsherwood.com
https;//bemorered.com
Loved catching up with Karen Gibb from Mind Marvels talking about her wonderful work with young people.
We discuss her career change from teaching and how she followed her passion to help children in a different way.
Helping with their emotional well-being using calming strategies and practical tools.
To find out more about Mind Marvels check out:- https://www.mindmarvels.co.uk
I really enjoyed catching up with Business and Life Coach Basia Henderson recently. We talked about her work with High-Performing Leaders and the challenges we've all faced over the past year.
Connect with Basia on Linkedin:-
https://www.linkedin/in/basia-henderson
Watch this episode on YouTube:-
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJzcYWF7is0
Great to catch up with my good friend and now "Influencer" on TikTok and Instagram Farah Hussain. Loved our chat all around culture and the amazing and important issues that Farah deals with in her content online.
https://www.farahnetworking.com
https://www,instagram.com/_farahhussain
Great to chat to Branding expert Chris Dowdall from The Baker's Dozen about all things Brand and Marketing.
https://www.thebakersdozen.co.uk
Great to catch up with the incredibly talented Music VIdeo Director Stuart Breadner from Shootback Productions. We chat about all thing music industry. This is a really useful one for anyone interested in what actually goes in the music game.
https://www.shootback.co.uk
Chatting with Sales Consultant Barry Clark from http://www.dunedinconsultancy.co.uk
Some useful tips here for Businesses not too sure on how to proceed during lockdown.
Here's a brand new show format for you guys. I'm talking exclusively with Music & Marketing people on this show.
First up is Darren Saul from Suspended Animation based in Sydney,Australia. We talk all things Digital Marketing and Branding.
https://www.suspendedanimation.com/au
It's a more relaxed show and not really an interview type scenario. Hope you enjoy!
Great to have a proper chat with Caroline Meikle from Pitman Training about her career to date. A true people person, Caroline has worked primarily in the training sector for her career always pushing to bring out the best in people.
Great chat with Shirley from "Shirley Says" podcast and owner of Bearsden Beauty.
She tells us all about her career to date and how her business is dealing with the current crisis.
You can check out her podcast here:-
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPAJxQDImozbIMG4pa0tZaw
Instagram:@shirleysays
Great to catch up with Leadership consultant Scott Leiper on Zoom last week. We had a chat about his career and how he is responding to the current coronavirus crisis. To find out more about Scott:- www.thelearningzone.co.uk
Finally got to catch up with Speaker, Leadership and Business Coach Kirsty Mac. Thoroughly enjoyed our chat. We covered everything from Identity to hair styles to creativity and leadership styles.
Great to catch up with Scotland's Magician, Scott Cuthbertson to talk about his career and how following his passion made it possible to get to do what he loves for a living.
www.scotlandsmagician.com
My big brother Ed was over from Canada just after Christmas and we had to sit down and have a chat about his incredible debut novel “One Destiny”. The story of the rise to power of a far-right party in the UK. It’s an incredible book. You can buy it here:- One Destiny https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1701164914/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_VxIkEbA6CPCR4
Chatting with Author, Speaker and Self-Mastering Mentor, Leila Khan from Life Is Today Academy.
Chatting with Sports and Remedial Massage Therapist Jay Cramb from Ridgestone Physical.
Had a great chat with Kyle Murtagh from Confidence By Design about Public Speaking and his tips and tricks on how to improve your skills,whether you’re trying to present an inspirational message or sell your products or services.
Loved chatting with Sam Munslow from Blue Monkey Coaching about her coaching methods and personal development approach.
We had some technical issues recording this...you'll see what I mean when you listen!
https://www.bluemonkeycoaching.co.uk/
Loved catching up with fellow musician and producer Gregor “G-man” McPhie talking about about his career and fantastic new dance project Hotknife vs. Mister Tee. Their debut album is out now on Play Records. Instagram @hotknifevsmistertee. https://music.apple.com/gb/album/hotknife-vs-mister-tee-hotknife-vs-mister-tee/1476256127
Really loved chatting with Michael a couple of weeks back about his work as a freelance journalist and campaigning for disability awareness.
We met a couple of months ago and he's such great company. One of my favourite podcasts to do.
http://www.michaelmcewanmedia.webs.com
Loved catching up with one of the top networking professionals in Glasgow and head of East End Connections,Fiona Colbron-Brown.
I always ask this question when I'm interviewing guests on my podcast and it's interesting the answers. It tends to spark a good deal of self-reflection. This is just a few of the answers we had...
Timings are as follows;-
0:32 Diarmid McBride
1:15 Danni Gordon
4:38 Josh Quigley
6:28 Maxwell Muir
9:50 Paul Thomas Bell (PTB)
12:09 Kirsty Paterson
12:52 Craig Mackay
14:27 Edward Reid.
Thea Newcomb has a background in radio and communications. Originally from Northern California, Thea came to Scotland and became a regular radio presenter on Q96. She created www.soyouvebeendumped.com which is now 19 years old. An avid blogger and social media enthusiast,I loved chatting with Thea about music, her travels and her work as a Canva trainer and broadcaster. You can find out more about Thea online:- Instagram@alltheasthings and www.theanewcomb.co.uk
Loved chatting with founder of Printism Online Alan Foster about his career to date and how became known as the “guy who loves the smell of paper”. This is an unedited conversation that contains a few swear words-obviously not from me...but thought I’d warn you in advance.
This was a really fun podcast to do with two lovely people. Gary and Kirsty are both coaches passionate about improving the lives of those around them. I caught up with them just before they headed for New York where they will be doing their first joint workshop. We chatted about what made them get into coaching, what that looks like and what they're doing in the future.
Catch up with them online: Gary Rankin and Kirsty Anne Rae on Linkedin.
Instagram:@ g_rankin_ @kirstyannraecoach
www.garyrankincoaching.com
www.facebook.com/kirstyanneraecoach
Michael Byrne has had an extraordinary life. It was fascinating to talk to him about it and how it has brought about the creation of L.E.T.S.-Lived Experience Trauma Support.
Really enjoyed chatting with "Humanologist" Wendy Chalmers Mill about all things to do with human behaviour in the workplace.
Check out Wendy on:-
Twitter:@thrivenotstrive
FB: Positive Performance
Linkedin: Wendy Chalmers Mill.
Madeleine Black is author of “Unbroken” her personal journey as a survivor of sexual assault.
http://www.acuity-leadership.co.uk/
Brendan Melvin founder of Acuity Learning & Development Ltd.
Acuity Learning and Development; a brand new business focussed entirely on leadership development.
Led my Brendan Melvin, a highly experienced, versatile and insightful facilitator and coach and through our Associates we work closely with clients to offer a range of interventions from structured leadership development programmes to more targeted pieces focussed on recruitment, engagement, organisational culture or succession. Our objective is to help clients build the capability and commitment required to secure high performance, sustain and grow it.
We are passionate about what we do and about delivering on our service offer to you with trust, honesty and real support our signature strength.
Random thoughts from Greg as he’s out and about. Talking about health,fitness and accountability.
We’re back after a few months hiatus with an interview with Presenter,blogger and explorer Paul Thomas Bell. We recorded this a couple of months ago when Paul had just returned from doing the Camino De Santiago for the 2nd time!
Really enjoyed this chat with Founder of Bearded Basturds, Craig Mackay. Talking about his entrepreneurial journey and the trials and tribulations of starting a business.
Apologies for the crappy home recording! Just wanted to put some thoughts down before we start a new business week. Talking here about the people who we surround ourselves with. We need cheerleaders in our lives.
Greg flies solo on this episode talking about Young Entrepreneurs, patience,determination and hard work. Lots of value here for business folks struggling to keep going.
Really enjoyed chatting with Business/Personal Development Coach and Public Speaker Maxwell Muir.
This is such an important topic to talk about.Especially here on the podcast where we deal with self-development. Today's episode is an interview with "The Artist Formerly Known As The Tartan Explorer"- Josh Quigley. A young entrepreneur, explorer, speaker and most importantly a human being. Here he talks about his personal journey including his own battles with mental health including a suicide attempt a couple of years ago. Really important issues that we're talking about here. Please share.
Interview with CEO and Founder of T30 Fitness Training Dianne Teo. We chat about fitness and the origins of T30 and what makes T30 different from other fitness providers. www.t30fitnesstraining.com
Really enjoyed this interview with Founder and CEO of Autus Consulting, Tom Berry. We talk about CRM systems, email marketing and the upcoming GDPR. Trust me...its really interesting!
Really enjoyed chatting with Danni Gordon,Founder of The Chachi Power Project about Body Confidence and Body Positivity. http://www.chachipowerproject.co.uk You can see Danni at Body Confidence Live on March 17th at The Royal Concert Hall.
Interview with Writer/Performer Juliette Burton about her work and Body Confidence Live On March 17th.
Richard Norman from Yatter gives his top tips for startups and small businesses going online. https://yatter.social
Audio only of the first episode of “The Friel Thing” Vlog. This took place from January 15th-21st,2018. https://youtu.be/TQcyYNoiOlE
Are you taking clear decisive action to make those big changes in your life? Are you sticking to your resolutions or are you making a revolutionary change to you life?
At this time of year we look back on what we've accomplished and what we haven't...give yourself a break. Don't be so hard on yourself. Stop stressing over arbitrary goals and be patient.
My thoughts on my recent trip to the "My Name Is Prince" exhibition at The O2 in London.
When we learn to practice gratitude we can truly improve our lives in so many ways. From reducing stress,improving sleep patterns and generally making us feel better.
Interview with Stuart Shepherd and Harriet Forster from Shopper Anonymous talking about all things HR and how they help to make businesses more effective.
What is standing in your way? Fear. "Fearless" by Greg Friel is available on Spotify/Apple Music
Focus on your strengths not your weaknesses. Are you really doing all you can do to improve your life?
Loved this chat with BGT finalist,Scotland's Top Entertainer, Edward Reid. We chat about his career, influences and his new-found interest in Meditation.
Interview with Mindfulness Instructor and Founder of "The Awakened Mind" Kirsty Paterson. How can Mindfulness help in your daily life and your life at work?
What do you do when it all goes wrong? Maybe by starting again you can follow a totally new path? A path that leads you to your purpose. It's never too late to change your life.
What is Authenticity? What is Authentic Leadership? Are you seriously asking "How can I be more authentic?"
Interview with MD of Mindwalk Consulting Diarmid McBride. We talk about Employee Engagement and HR. Chatting about Diarmid's history in HR and what the future holds.
Some simple tips on how to deal with stress in your day to day life. Are you getting enough sleep? Are you creating "Little Victories" to help you get through the day?
Talking about Customer Engagement on Social Media and Employee Engagement. How do we make them all "part of the story".
A short introduction to Reduction Theory and how this simple technique can help reduce stress, improve creativity and help organise your daily life.
"The Friel Thing"-Episode 2 -"Purpose". What is your WHY? How do we find our purpose in life? A brief look at Simon Sinek's influential book "Start With Why".
"The Friel Thing"-Episode 1-"What Is Music?" How music affects us all and attaches itself to our memories. We can use this in unique ways to bring people together at work using music.