FitVision Business of Wellbeing Podcast: Recent Episodes
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to imposter moments, and how to navigate the identity tensions that come with stepping into something new. The panel also explores claiming your space without feeling arrogant, the power of mentorship and supportive networks, why comparing your inside to someone else's outside holds you back, and the simple habit of keeping a record of what you've already achieved.
In this week’s episode of The Lead Well Podcast, Mark O'Reilly speaks with Professor Alan Smeaton from DCU, one of Ireland's leading voices in artificial intelligence, about what leaders, coaches, and organisations need to understand about AI right now.They explore why human leadership cannot be replaced by AI, how hallucinations are built into the technology by design, and why the way most people are using AI tools is leaving them dangerously exposed. The conversation covers the stages of grief leaders go through when confronting AI, what Estonia is doing nationally that Ireland is not, agentic AI and what it means in practice, and why curiosity is the most important leadership skill in an AI-driven world.
How do you build confidence in uncertain times—especially when performance, pressure, and identity are shifting?In this episode of The Lead Well Podcast, Mark O’Reilly speaks with Andrew Conway about transitioning from elite sport into business and what uncertainty teaches us about performance.They explore managing pressure, designing the life you want to live, turning values into behaviours, and why energy management matters more than time management. Andrew shares practical insights on career pivots, staying consistent, simplifying focus, and having the courage to be a beginner when building something new.This episode is for leaders, high performers, and professionals navigating change while trying to protect long-term wellbeing.
What does a truly healthy workplace look like—and how can you spot issues before they turn into problems?In this episode of The Lead Well Podcast, Mark O’Reilly sits down with John Ryan from Healthy Place to Work to unpack what really drives sustainable performance inside organisations.They dig into the difference between lead vs lag indicators, why traditional employee surveys often miss the real story, and how companies can measure the early warning signs of burnout, cultural drift, and declining performance before they become crises.The conversation explores psychological safety, values that are actually lived, the line between normal stress and chronic stress, and why a genuine culture of care isn’t just “nice to have”—it’s a strategic advantage.
How do you build a culture where people thrive?In this episode of The Lead Well Podcast, Mark O’Reilly sits down with Lorraine Heskin, CEO and Founder of Gourmet Food Parlour, to explore leadership, culture, and sustainable business growth.Lorraine shares her journey from corporate life and working in the US to building one of Ireland’s best-known hospitality brands over nearly two decades. They discuss mentorship and peer networks, imposter syndrome, founder wellbeing, and how to build a culture that drives retention, pride, and long-term performance.The conversation also covers diversification, using data and intuition to make decisions, protecting brand identity, and the turning points that helped Gourmet Food Parlour scale sustainably.This episode is ideal for founders, leaders, and professionals looking to grow their businesses without sacrificing wellbeing or culture.
Employee Engagement at Vodafone, and Paul Cauley, Communications at Boots Ireland.They discuss leadership communication, employee engagement, building trust at work, and how effective internal communications supports performance and wellbeing in large organisations.
In this episode of the Lead Well Podcast, I’m joined by Professor Robert Kelly, a consultant cardiologist who’s become one of the clearest voices in Ireland on heart health.Robert trained in cardiology in Ireland and the UK, before completing specialist training in the US in interventional cardiology, the world of stents and emergency treatment. But years in clinic showed him something uncomfortable: many patients were getting “fixed” medically, then returning with the same symptoms because the behaviours that drove the problem never really changed.That insight led him into lifestyle medicine and coaching, where the focus shifts from “here’s your prescription” to “how do we actually make change stick?” He’s since built a reputation for a more human, whole-person approach to cardiovascular health, one that includes sleep, stress, movement, nutrition, and social connection, not as nice-to-haves, but as core treatment.In our conversation, we unpack:Why 15-minute appointments aren’t designed for lasting behaviour changeThe executive trap: sacrificing health to climb, then paying for it laterHow “small steps” outperform big goals (and why January plans often collapse)Stress, sleep quality, and the hidden risk of always-on work cultureA simple but powerful practice Robert has adopted: embodying gratitude as a daily habit to support emotional healthPractical, straight-talking, and especially timely if you’re heading into the New Year wanting change that actually lasts.You can learn more about Robert and his work at drrobertkelly.com.
In this episode I sit down with Dan Campion, director and founder of Prymal Productions, a podcast and media-growth studio helping businesses and creators get their message heard through strategic audio and video content. Dan is also the host of The Prymal Podcast, where he explores the human side of performance, business and personal development, and shares real-world lessons on content, connection and community building. prymal.ieWe dive into how you can leverage social media tools and platforms to get your company message out there, the right ways to build a personal brand that resonates, and the types of content that actually engage your audience. Dan brings both strategy and mindset to the conversation, from practical tactics you can use this week, to the deeper why behind building trust online.Whether you’re a coach, business leader or creator, this episode breaks down the how and why behind content that converts and communities that stick.
In this solo episode, I explore one of the biggest barriers to leadership and team performance: avoiding tough conversations. The truth is, the biggest problem in communication is often the illusion that it is happening. When difficult conversations are handled poorly, or not at all, we see misunderstandings, low morale, stalled innovation, and a breakdown of trust.I share insights from psychology and neuroscience on why people shut down or get defensive under stress, and how leaders can shift conversations from threat to trust. We look at the difference between healthy debate and destructive conflict, and why creating psychological safety is the foundation of open dialogue and collaboration.
Why do some leaders inspire action, while others struggle to get their message across? In this solo episode, Mark O’Reilly unpacks the real reason: stories beat stats every time. Drawing from the science of memory, the psychology of influence, and years of hands-on experience, Mark explores why even the best ideas get lost in translation unless they’re wrapped in a compelling narrative.He breaks down:The What–So What–Now What framework: a simple way to structure your message so it actually landsHow to use presence—voice, body language, and energy—to become instantly more engagingThe pitfalls of jargon, data-dumping, and assuming you’ve been understoodHow the “Hero’s Journey” applies to everyday leadership (and customer conversations)Using SCARF and the STATE model to handle resistance, objections, and tough conversationsPractical ways to hook any audience—whether you’re presenting to your team, your board, or that one stakeholder who never listensIf you want to influence, not just inform, this episode will help you rethink the way you communicate—so your ideas actually make an impact.
Today on Lead Well, I’m joined by Barbara Louise Brennan a seasoned mental health advocate, trainer, speaker, and consultant who has spent close to two decades leading the charge on stigma reduction and inclusion across Ireland.Barbara has led Ireland’s national programme to reduce mental health-related stigma, worked with major organisations like An Post, Boots, IBEC, and the HSE, and lectured in leading universities including Trinity, UCC, Maynooth, and DCU. She’s also the founder of Mentis One—a platform focused on helping companies move beyond one-off wellbeing initiatives and embed meaningful, lasting cultural change.In today’s conversation, we’re going to explore the current state of workplace mental health and the gap that inspired Barbara's entrepreneurial journey. We also dive into Barbara's lived experience with mental health, having been a suicide survivor herself, she delves into the daily non negotiables for managing our mental health.
In this short episode, I explore stress tolerance as a critical skill for leaders navigating the pressures of modern work. With nearly 60% of employees reporting they feel stressed most of the time, the cost of ignoring stress in leadership is rising.But this isn’t about pushing through or waiting for the next break. I unpack why expanding your Window of Tolerance—a concept from Dr. Dan Siegel—is key to staying composed, thinking clearly, and leading effectively under pressure.We also dig into simple, practical ways to build stress tolerance through goal setting, daily planning, and visualisation—tools that sharpen focus, reduce overwhelm, and keep you grounded in purpose.
In this first episode of The Leadership Paradox series, I introduce the core idea: why today’s most effective leaders are increasingly at risk of burnout — and why achieving both high performance and personal wellbeing is not a given, it’s a skillset.I’ll share why I believe this is one of the most urgent leadership challenges of our time, based on research and what I see in boardrooms, coaching conversations, and leadership teams.We’ll explore the key tension at the heart of the paradox: the more trusted, capable, and high-performing you become, the greater the risk to your own energy, clarity, and wellbeing — unless you consciously develop new habits and skills.And I’ll outline the roadmap for this series: the core skills transformational leaders need to master to thrive sustainably — not just perform, but grow and stay well while leading.If you’re a leader who wants to scale your impact without sacrificing yourself in the process, this series is for you.
Today on the Lead Well podcast my guest is David Crimmins, a seasoned leader with a deep track record in health-tech, scaling businesses, and securing investment for high-growth companies. As the former CEO of WebDoctor—now Medihive—David led the company through two major investment rounds, growing its valuation to over €60 million and strengthening its position in the digital healthcare space. Before that, he was a key player in the success of GloHealth, helping to build one of Ireland’s most innovative health insurance providers. His leadership journey also includes earlier roles at Tesco and Citibank, where he honed his skills in marketing, sales, and commercial strategy.In this conversation, we’re diving into what it takes to scale a business, make tough leadership decisions, and stay resilient under pressure. We’ll talk about:The biggest lessons David learned transitioning into the CEO role.How to balance growth and culture while leading in a high-stakes industry.His personal strategies for handling pressure, maintaining focus, and leading through uncertainty.Whether you’re a CEO, an aspiring leader, or just interested in how high-growth businesses succeed, there’s a lot to take away from this conversation.
Today, on the Lead Well podcast I am joined by Professor Maura McAdam, a globally recognised expert on entrepreneurship, gender, and leadership. Maura is a Professor of Management at Dublin City University (DCU) and Director of Entrepreneurship at the university. She has spent her career challenging traditional narratives around entrepreneurship, examining how gender, identity, and power dynamics shape access to funding, networks, and leadership opportunities.Her research has covered everything from women’s entrepreneurship and venture accelerators to business model innovation and entrepreneurial identity. Maura has been named among the top 2% of global researchers for impact and is a sought-after voice on how we need to redefine success in leadership and business.In today’s conversation, we’ll explore:The myth of the ‘underperforming female entrepreneur’—why the real issue isn’t capability, but systemic bias.How start-up culture and venture accelerators reward a narrow, hyper-competitive leadership style—excluding those who don’t fit the mould.Why success in entrepreneurship shouldn’t always be measured by rapid scaling and aggressive growth.How leaders can sustain high performance without burning out.If you’re an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone who wants to challenge outdated leadership models, this episode is for you.
In this episode of the Lead Well Podcast, I’m joined by Fredericka Sheppard, co-founder and Managing Director of Voltedge Management, to discuss her journey as a leader and entrepreneur. Fredericka shares the challenges and lessons she’s learned while building her business and navigating the evolving landscape of leadership and HR. We explore how HR must evolve to meet the challenges of modern leadership, the role of empowerment in high performing teams and what it takes to unlock people potential in today’s workplace. Packed with insights on leadership, resilience, and growth, this episode is a must-listen for leaders, entrepreneurs, and HR professionals alike.To find out more about Fredericka and Voltedge https://www.voltedge.ie/
Today, I’m joined by Nick Charalambous, Managing Director of Alpha Wealth and a leader with over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. From his early days in investment banking to founding and growing a thriving advisory firm, Nick has consistently demonstrated resilience, strategic thinking, and a strong commitment to empowering his clients.In this episode, we’ll explore Nick’s leadership journey—his approach to managing performance under pressure, how he maintains a healthy work-life balance, and the strategies he uses to lead his team effectively in a high-stakes industry.We’ll also touch on some practical financial advice for business founders and leaders.To find out more about Nick and Alpha Wealth go to https://alphawealth.ie/
In today’s episode of the Lead Well podcast, I’m excited to be joined by Emma Kennedy, the founder and CEO of Grafter, a company transforming the way we work. Founded in 2021, Grafter offers high-end office solutions that include private offices, co-working spaces, and meeting rooms in Ireland and the UK.In this episode, we dive deep into Emma’s entrepreneurial journey, exploring how she launched and scaled Grafter amidst the challenges of a pandemic and her vision for the future of flexible workspaces. We’ll talk about the essential elements of leadership and adaptability, her unique approach to balancing business growth with personal demands, and how Grafter is setting new standards in creating a true “home away from home” experience for its members. Whether you’re interested in the future of work, entrepreneurship, or leadership insights, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways. To learn more about Emma and the team at Grafter visit https://www.grafterhouse.com/
In the latest episode of the Lead Well Podcast, I sit down with Andy Kenny, co-founder of Misneach Ukraine, an organisation that’s making a real difference in the lives of those impacted by the war in Ukraine. Andy’s journey from personal trainer and gym owner to humanitarian leader is truly remarkable, and today we explore the motivations, challenges, and success behind his work.Tune in as we discuss what led Andy to create Misneach Ukraine, the invaluable support the organisation provides on the ground, and the pivotal role the Irish community has played in backing this mission. We also dive into the personal moments that have shaped Andy as a leader, his reflections on resilience, and what the future holds for both him and Misneach Ukraine. Whether you're interested in leadership, humanitarian work, or simply want to hear a story of incredible transformation, this episode will leave you feeling inspired and moved.See more of Andy and the teams work at https://www.misneachukraine.com/
On this weeks Lead Well podcast I am joined by Jonathan Logue. After over a decade at LinkedIn as a Senior Director of Talent Development, Jonathan left earlier this year and founded Logue&Co, a HR advisory and coaching company. We will be discussing his transition back to entrepreneurship, the lessons he learned while working with senior leaders in one of worlds largest organisations and his own insights on the future of leadership and talent development.To find out more about Jonathan and his work click the link https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanlogue/
On this week's Lead Well podcast I sat down with Jane Asple, founder of Emma by Jane. Emma by Jane is known for creating high-quality, well-priced luxury jewellery and leather handbags. The brand has gained significant recognition, with features in British Vogue in recent years.Jane and I discuss creating balance in the key areas of your life to benefit your business, how to boost your self-belief and the skill of taking brave and calculated risks in business. Jane initially secured an investment on the TV show Dragons' Den but ultimately decided to go it alone, self-funding the business. We discuss the challenges she faced, the lessons she learned, and her unique approach to leadership and creativity.Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a creative professional, or someone looking for a dose of inspiration, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice.To learn more about Jane and her business visit:www.emmabyjane.com
5 key lessons from season one of the Lead Well Podcast.This episode is a practical guide to building self-belief, whether you are a business founder, manager or just looking to take on that next challenge.
This week on the Lead Well podcast I am joined by Daniel Davey of daveynutrition. Daniel is an author, founder and coach and has previously worked as the performance nutritionist to both Leinster Rugby and Dublin Football.We discuss a range of topics relevant to both business and life. Daniel shares his approach on how he brings his team together around a shared vision and what he learned in this regard from his time in high performance environments.Daniel also speaks candidly about the importance of clarity around his own goals and the process he has built to achieve these goals. We unpack managing perfectionist tendencies, challenging that inner critic and much more.If you want to know more about Daniel and his work check out: https://www.daveynutrition.com/
On this weeks Lead Well podcast I am joined by Amy O’Flaherty and Fergus Kerrigan. Amy and Fergus are the founders of Ethos and Tru Health. Both hail from corporate backgrounds, with Amy from Dublin and Fergus from Galway. Their journey into wellness began after experiencing significant health issues related to stress and their demanding corporate careers. Their personal health matters motivated them to explore natural remedies, leading them to discover the benefits of CBD and other natural supplements. This exploration inspired them to leave their corporate jobs and start Ethos in 2020. They focused on creating functional health products, including CBD oils, supplements, teas, and balms, all designed to support stress management, gut health, and overall well-being. Their products are now stocked in over 300 stores across Ireland, the UK, Spain, and Malta, making Ethos one of the fastest-growing wellness brands in Ireland. This journey has led to the birth of a new business Tru Health. Tru Health is an advanced clinic reshaping how we think about and create health.On today's episode Amy and Fergus share their founders journey to date, including the initial steps they took to bring their business idea to life and the significant challenges they faced and how they overcame them.To find out more about Amy and Fergus check out Truhealth.co
In the latest Lead Well podcast episode, Nick Lawlor, founder of Employee Financial Wellness (EFW), recounts his entrepreneurial journey from establishing Lawlor Financial Planning in 2011 during Ireland's financial crisis to the recent acquisition of EFW by UK-based Wealth at Work.Nick started his career helping individuals navigate financial turmoil, recognising the profound connection between financial stress and mental health. This experience inspired him to co-found a division at New Beginnings in 2014, focused on providing financial advice. Realising the need for proactive financial education, Nick launched EFW in 2017 to empower employees with the tools for financial planning and well-being. His dedication was underscored by completing a master's degree in workplace wellness, which has helped position EFW as a leader in Ireland's emerging financial wellness sector. Nick's vision, accelerated by the Wealth at Work partnership, aims to address the cost of living crisis and enhance employee support through comprehensive financial education programs. To learn more about Nick and EFW check outhttps://employeefinancialwellness.ie/
On this week's Lead Well Podcast, I welcome Mark Donnelly, founder, public speaker and mental health advocate. Mark is the founder of HUH Clothing, a mental health and well-being clothing brand based in Ireland, founded in 2020. After personal experiences with OCD, anxiety, and self-confidence issues, Mark combined his passion for mental health advocacy and business to create a brand that facilitates conversations around mental health through fashion.Mark shares candidly why he started his business, aiming not only to be a success in the fashion industry but also to advocate for mental wellness. He opens up about his own battles with mental health challenges, providing insights into how he has managed these struggles while steering a successful company. Mark also provides tips on how we can remain happy in the present, while also having big ambitions for the future.Join us for another episode where we delve into the intersection of entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal well-being.Check Mark and HUH Clothing out - https://huhclothing.com/
On this week's Lead Well Podcast, I welcome Dave McHugh Founder of Line Up Sports. Dave's career has taken him on an incredible journey and he is now seen as one of the leaders in Ireland in professional athlete management. Dave has been surrounded by high performing athletes on a daily basis from Rob Kearney and Annalise Murphy to Gary and Paul O'Donovan and Kellie Harrington.Dave shares key insights into how we can take control of our situation regardless of the circumstances and perform at a high level in work while still prioritising the things that matter most to us. Dave and I also discuss how reflection and allowing yourself to disconnect from technology helps you reset, reassess and focus. From a leadership standpoint Dave speaks to how vital it is to understand the importance of developing your process, making sure that you are doing the simple things well on a consistent basis. Find out more about David and LineUp Sports at:Website: lineupsports.ieLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/lineup-sports/
This week on the podcast I sit down with Thorbjorg Helga (Tobba) Vigfusdottir, the founder and CEO of Kara Connect, a trailblazer in the telehealth and telepractice space. Discover the story behind her journey from a cognitive psychologist and city councillor to becoming a tech entrepreneur who's making significant strides in connecting therapy specialists with those in need. Tobba shares her insights on overcoming geographical and logistical barriers in healthcare, the future of digital health, and how her innovations are empowering professionals and patients alike. Whether you're passionate about healthcare, technology, or entrepreneurship, this episode is packed with inspiration and forward-thinking ideas that are shaping the future of telepractice.Tune in to learn how Tobba is not just navigating but also creating pathways in the digital transformation of health and educational services.
In this week's episode I sit down with Seán Kinane, founder of Health Matters.Health Matters was set up 13 years ago by Seán following his time in Australia. They specialise in fitness and performance testing, primarily offering VO2 max testing and metabolic testing in both sport and business. Seán has conducted over 20,000 tests, the highest in Europe and Health Matters have close to 500 five star google reviews to date. This episode offers a real insight into Seán's journey from identifying a niche market, to building one of the leading performance companies in Ireland. Throughout, we gain strategic insights behind Health Matters success. Seán will share invaluable business lessons, including the importance of not letting early failures impact the confidence and belief you have in your product. Once again we get to delve into a founder's philosophy on work-life balance, offering listeners a perspective on how personal well-being fuels professional excellence. To find out more about Seán and Health Matters check out www.myhealthmatters.ie
On this weeks episode I sit down with Erica Hargaden, founder of Babogue Sleep Solutions. This episode offers a rare glimpse into Erica’s journey from grappling with her child’s sleep challenges to establishing a globally acclaimed consultancy. Erica shares strategic insights behind Babogue’s success, from leveraging digital platforms to scaling an online presence that has touched the lives of over 4,000 families worldwide. Erica’s expertise not only spans the intricacies of child sleep patterns but also the blueprint for cultivating a thriving online business in the wellness and parenting space.Erica will share invaluable business insights, including the importance of the strategic use of social media and video-based courses for global reach, and the impact of networking and support programs like the Women's Inspire Network on her company's growth. Throughout the episode we also delve into Erica’s philosophy on work-life balance, offering listeners a perspective on how personal well-being fuels professional excellence. Erica's holistic approach to entrepreneurship, emphasising continuous learning, community building, and the innovative delivery of services, serves as a beacon for aspiring entrepreneurs in the digital age. Tune in to uncover the secrets to turning personal passions into a successful enterprise that makes a real difference.To find out more about Erica and Babogue check out https://babogue.com/
In this weeks episode, we dive deep into the heart of creating equitable workplaces with Michelle O'Keeffe, the multi-award-winning entrepreneur, digital marketing expert, and co-founder of Platform55. Michelle's journey from becoming the Managing Director of the Irish Times Digital Media Agency (Electric Media) just 24 hours before her first child's birth, to pioneering a change in how workplaces support working parents, is nothing short of inspirational.Join us as Michelle shares her personal and professional evolution, highlighting her transformation into a champion for working parents. With a clear mission, Platform55 was conceived to challenge the status quo and foster an environment where parents can thrive both at home and in their careers. Michelle's story is a testament to the power of vision, determination, and the importance of supportive workplace cultures.Whether you're a working parent, a manager looking to create a positive experience for parents in your team, or an organisation aiming to be an employer of choice, this episode offers invaluable insights and inspiration.Tune in to learn how you can be part of building a more equitable future for organisations and working parents alike.For more information on Platform55 check out www.platform55.com
On this week's episode of the Lead Well Podcast is Gary Fox, founder, entrepreneur and podcaster. In our conversation, Gary shares key insights gained from interviewing over 200 founders on his podcast The Entrepreneur Experiment. Even more importantly, Gary unpacks some of the challenges he has overcome in business and life and offers tips on how we can all master, brain and body.Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned business leader, or simply someone passionate about personal development, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you in all areas of life.
In our latest episode, we delve into the crucial topic of Mental and Emotional Energy and Wellbeing with a very special guest - CEO and Entrepreneur Shane Tobin of Lowquotes.ie and TrueWealth.ie Listen as we explore:Shane's own incredible rise in business and the barriers he had to overcome.The unique challenges leaders face in managing their mental and emotional health.Practical strategies for maintaining wellbeing in high-pressure environments.Insightful personal stories from Shane, revealing how he navigates stress and maintains balance in order to perform.This episode is not just for CEOs and entrepreneurs, but for anyone looking to understand the complex dynamics of managing your energy in the professional world. Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, running your own business, or just curious about wellbeing and performance, this episode has something for you.If you are interested in hearing more about Shane and the work he does check out: Lowquotes.ie and Truewealth.ie
How we Avoid the Identity TrapThis week I explore the intriguing connection between identity and self-worth. In my latest podcast, we dive deep into this fascinating topic. Here's a quick snapshot of what you'll find:Understanding the Identity Trap: Explore how chasing success can sometimes lead to feelings of inadequacy when we anchor our self-worth in the wrong places.Unnoticed Success: Learn why acknowledging your achievements doesn't diminish your drive; it ignites higher fulfilment and confidence.A Multidimensional Identity: Reflect on how you describe yourself and why a multidimensional identity matters. Discover the values that truly represent who you are.I also share three key takeaways to boost overall well-being and performance.
In our latest podcast episode, I share practical tips to expand your window of tolerance and effectively manage stress in daily life. Stress tolerance is the capacity of an individual to endure stressful situations without being overwhelmed or incapacitated by the pressure. It's a vital aspect of mental resilience and adaptability. Dr. Dan Siegel describes the concept of the "window of tolerance" as the optimal zone where we can effectively cope with stress and process emotions without becoming excessively anxious or shutting down emotionally.The Window of Tolerance is like a band within which we function optimally, displaying adaptive responses to life's challenges. When we're within this window, we're better able to regulate our emotions, think clearly, and make informed decisions. It's a state of being emotionally responsive and mentally attuned.
On the Fitvision podcast this week I am joined by David Liddle. David is a thought leader in the areas of organisational dynamics, conflict resolution, and transformational culture. He is CEO of The TCM Group, founding president of the Institute of Organizational Dynamics and author of two books: Managing Conflict and the recently published Transformational Culture which I highly recommend.
David has spent the last 30 years reframing HR systems, management processes, and leadership behaviours and we explore this journey in some detail throughout the episode. His vision for TCM was, and still is, to reduce the negative impact of conflicts and complaints by creating the conditions for employees and managers to have quality conversations.
He is the creator of the FAIR Model™ which is the benchmark mediation and investigations model in use in workplaces across the UK, and of the Resolution Framework™, which has been adopted by numerous organisations to replace their discipline and grievance procedures.
He was also named one of Human Resources Most Influential Thinkers in 2021.
To find out more about David and the TCM Group go to: Website: https://thetcmgroup.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liddledavid/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/david_liddle
To find out more about Fitvision find us at:
Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
In our latest episode, we are joined by Sophie Moran, Programme Manager at IBEC. Sophie is responsible for managing the initiatives and programmes run with IBEC's KeepWell Mark (Ireland's Corporate Wellbeing Benchmark). The KeepWell Mark is a badge of honour for many of Ireland's largest companies, it stands as a clear commitment to improving and developing employee wellbeing within the organisation.
In our conversation, we discuss the importance of organisations looking at excelling in employee wellbeing as a strategic objective not just as a tick-the-box exercise. And, although, in some cases, initiatives cannot be measured in a binary fashion they have long-lasting effects on the overall performance of the employee. Mark and Sophie also have a closer look at some of the very intriguing research completed by IBEC recently which looks at how wellbeing is viewed in the workplace and what key insights have been highlighted throughout.
If you would like to find out more about the Sophie Moran and the KeepWell Mark follow the links below:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiemoran/ KeepWell Mark: https://www.ibec.ie/employer-hub/corporate-wellness/the-keepwell-mark-public-page KeepWell Summit: https://www.ibec.ie/connect-and-learn/events/upcoming-events/2022/keepwell-summit-2022/general-details
To find out more about Fitvision find us at:
Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
Ruth McCarthy is a Thought Leader in the space of the Thinking Environment. She is a facilitator, coach, teacher, and speaker on all things involved in fostering and introducing a thinking environment into any situation.
In this week's podcast, Mark and Ruth discuss how to create the thinking environment within our teams and the impact that this can have, not only, on the projection of the team but, also on each team member's career.
Ruth breaks down the ten components that lead to such a beneficial environment tying in neuroscience and psychology while also dispelling the old saying to "Pay Attention" and turning it into "Giving Attention".
Don't miss out on this episode you are sure to learn something new that could have an impact on you in the future.
Find out more about Ruth and her work through the below links:
Website: https://www.thinkitthrough.co.uk/ LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/ruthmccarthy100
To find out more about Fitvision find us at:
Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
The Fitvision Podcast is back!
We are delighted to have Fiona Descoteaux, Founder & CEO Innovate Communities as our first guest joining us as we get kick started into our new season.
Fiona has a wealth of experience working across non profit organisations and the local development and social enterprise sectors. Innovate Communities works within communities to create solutions that lead to sustainable and long term improvements within the locality.
On this episode of the Fitvision Podcast Mark and Fiona discuss the all too common cognitive barrier of imposter syndrome. In many cases this can be debilitating when you are trying to progress in your career but there are ways to overcome it which we identify today. Also we look at where our passion comes from and how we can use that passion to push ourselves onto greater heights.
If you would like to find out more about Fiona or Innovate Communities see below: LinkedIn: https://ie.linkedin.com/in/fionadescoteaux Website: www.innovatecommunities.ie
To find out more about Fitvision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's episode we are very excited to be joined by Mark Watson, CEO of ABI Wellness and host of the Brain Mastery podcast. Mark has dedicated his life to helping those with traumatic brain injuries recover and rehabilitate while looking to pass this knowledge on through teaching and education.
In our conversation today we speak about how vital it is to surround yourself with people who can challenge you and who you can learn from as mentors and contemporaries. Mark explores how we can make long term changes within our cognitive functions and how we can embrace a more beneficial inner dialogue to help reinforce a positive mindset.
Throughout the podcast Mark passes on some fantastic reading and listening recommendations for anyone looking to boost their performance, make sure you all listen out for them.
To find out more about Mark Watson find him at: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/brain-mastery/id1551522379 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-watson-ma-a310b626/?originalSubdomain=ca Website: https://www.abiwellness.com/
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On episode 4 of Lessons Learnt From Lockdown we are delighted to be joined by Pamela Laird, Founder and CEO of Moxi Loves an Irish based cosmetics company making waves at home and abroad. Pamela is coming off the back of successful appearances on not only the Irish Dragons' Den but also on the UK Apprentice making the final 3 contestants.
Mark and Pamela speak to the experiences of an entrepreneur, from managing the highs and lows of business, to dealing with imposter syndrome and trusting your gut when making big decisions. They also discuss Pamela's journey building a business concept into an organisation selling products around the world and how to navigate some of the common traps along the way.
This episode is not to be missed.
If you would like to find out more about Pamela and Moxi Loves find her at: Website: www.moxiloves.com Instagram: @moxiloves LinkedIn: https://ie.linkedin.com/in/pamela-laird-471852150
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's episode of Lessons Learnt From Lockdown, Mark was joined by Tony McDonnell who was recently named Global Head of Alternative Investments for HSBC Securities Services. A former highly competitive football player for UCD AFC with over 300 appearances for the club, Tony has now become one of Ireland's leading names in hedge fund and private assets strategy.
In their conversation Mark asks Tony to reflect on his journey as an executive and athlete and to pinpoint some of the key building blocks to his success. Tony speaks to the importance of developing resilience in order to lead and they also delve into effective management and leadership practices. They also discuss the process of building mental skills that assist us in all aspects of life.
We hope you enjoy this episode as for us, it is a must listen packed with some fantastic insights into leadership, resilience and decision making.
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's episode of Lessons Learnt From Lockdown we were delighted to be joined by Hilda Hamilton, Marketing Director for CRM Interior Fit-Outs. Hilda recently completed a cycle of over 600km from Mizen Head to Malin Head in less than 24hrs raising much need funds for Cycle Against Suicide a charity which is very close to her heart.
Hilda and Mark delve into her preparation for the challenges that faced her over the arduous 24hr journey, from her need to overcome self doubt and a negative dialogue to the physical toil she would have to endure. In our conversation Hilda speaks about some of the mental health struggles that she has overcome and how vital it is to be able to focus on the positive in your life.
Hilda has an inspiring story to tell full of challenges met and lessons learnt along the way. We hope you enjoy this episode.
To find out more about Hilda and her work find her at: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilda-hamilton-267b0821 Website: https://www.crmfitouts.ie
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
Welcome back to the Business of Wellbeing Podcast for our first episode of season 4 "Lessons Learnt From Lockdown".
We are delighted to be joined by Kingsley Aikins the CEO and Founder of The Networking Institute. Kingsley has spent time living and working all around the globe most notably as the President of the Ireland Funds for 17 years, raising over €250 million for projects in Ireland.
Throughout our conversation we speak to how vital it is to commit to growing and cultivating your network on a consistent basis. As Kingsley puts it "Your Network is your Net Worth". We also touch on the importance of awakening your sense of gratitude and how in order to be successful you must be willing to develop the skill of listening. Be sure to watch out for some of Kingsley's fantastic advice on how to be cognisant of the potential in any conversation and interaction.
Find out more about Kingsley and The Networking Institute below: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kingsleyaikins/ Website: https://thenetworkinginstitute.com Twitter: @kingsleyaikins
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
As season 3 of the Business Of Wellbeing Podcast comes to a close we were joined by Cillian Reardon the Head of Athletic Performance for Glasgow Warriors Rugby and former Senior Performance Coach at Leinster Rugby.
Cillian has had an incredible journey so far through his career from working with the likes of Jim Gavin with Dublin GAA to Joe Schmidt and Leo Cullen with Leinster Rugby. Cillian did this all while finishing his PhD and competing as a Professional Boxer.
This week's episode is packed with insights from how we can develop clarity and plan towards the things that we want to achieve, to looking deeply into what it takes to create a high performance environment individually and within teams.
The whole team at FitVision would like to thank all of our guests from the past season who gave up their time to share their knowledge and experience with our listeners.
If you would like to find out more about Cillian follow the links below: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cillian-reardon-b9228564 Twitter: @cillianreardon
Download our brochure: www.fitvision.ie/2021-brochure
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From Journalist to Barrister to TV & Radio Contributor and now CEO all while raising a family of 5 and completing 9 marathons. We are very excited for our latest guest this week. Aileen Hickie, CEO of Parentline, who joined us and gave some fantastic insights in to her personal journey.
Aileen and Mark delved into the concept of acceptance, not only for yourself but for your family and those around you when it comes to being successful. Their conversation also brought up the fact that we all will have busy lives but it can't be the excuse for you not to go after the things in your life that matter most to you.
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To find out more about Aileen and Parentline see the links below: Website: https://www.parentline.ie/ Twitter: @ParentlineIre , @aileenhickie
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's episode of the Business of Wellbeing Podcast, we were delighted to have David McKernan Founder of Java Republic and Executive Director of BiaVest, Ireland's only dedicated food investment vehicle.
From taking the leap to start his first business to travelling the globe searching for the highest quality coffee beans to now passing on his knowledge and helping to invest in Irish owned food start ups David has had an amazing journey to date. In their conversation Mark and David speak to the importance of taking chances, the impact of mentorship and how vital it is to build a business with the right people around you.
Download our brochure: www.fitvision.ie/2021-brochure
To find out more about David and BiaVest see the links below: Website: https://davidmckernan.com/ BiaVest: https://biavest.com/ Twitter: @David_Mc_Kernan
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this weeks podcast Mark was joined by Jenny Coady, Performance Coach for West Ham Utd and former international basketball player. Jenny brought a wealth of experience to the conversation which allowed us to explore coaching not just in relation to sport but also how it translates to the business world.
Throughout the podcast you will be treated to some of Jenny's fantastic insights in to how she supports her athletes to perform on the highest levels and also how we can all take some of these same tools and implement them in our own lives. Specifically Mark and Jenny spoke to the importance of building in time for reflection and using it to assess your past and future performances to ensure success.
Download our brochure: www.fitvision.ie/2021-brochure
To find out more about Jenny and her work follow the links below: LinkedIn - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jenny-coady-1a308a49 Twitter - @jennycoady10
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's Business Of Wellbeing Podcast, Mark welcomed on David McHugh Founder of Line Up Sports and as we found out through our conversations a former competitive international sailor. David's career has taken him on an incredible journey and he is now seen as one of the leaders in Ireland in professional athlete management. David is surrounded by high performing athletes on a daily basis from Rob Kearney and Annalise Murphy to Gary and Paul O'Donovan and Aidan O'Shea.
David shares key insights into how we can take control of our situation regardless of the circumstances and perform at a high level in work while still prioritising the things that matter most to us. Mark and David also discuss how reflection and allowing yourself to disconnect from technology helps you reset, reassess and focus. From a leadership standpoint David speaks to how vital it is to understand the importance of not cutting corners, making sure that you are doing the simple things well on a consistent basis.
Download our brochure: www.fitvision.ie/2021-brochure
Find out more about David and LineUp Sports at: Website: lineupsports.ie LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/lineup-sports/ Instagram: @lineupsme Twitter: @lineupsme
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's episode of the Business Of Wellbeing Podcast we were delighted to welcome Ronan MacDomhnaill, Founder and CEO of Cred Solutions. Based in Sydney, Aus. Ronan has been working with leadership teams and executives as a coach with an amazing ability to build trust and relatedness.
Throughout the conversation Mark & Ronan both share their experiences with the intersection of Leadership and Wellness and the unique challenges that come with coaching and also creating connection with those around us.
If you would like to find out more about Ronan or Cred Solutions see the links below:
Website: https://www.credsolutions.org/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ronanmacd/
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's podcast we were delighted to have Andrew Lynch, CEO of Mason Alexander on to speak about his entrepreneurial journey. Andrew also touches on how he has developed new skills over the last 18 months and how that time has given him the opportunity to take a step back and look at the business through a new lens.
Throughout their conversation you will be given a direct insight into Andrew's journey within business and the subject of mindset. Mark and Andrew also discuss how important it is as a business leader to have strong values to keep you on course during the dark days.
Download our brochure: www.fitvision.ie/2021-brochure
Find out more about Andrew and Mason Alexander at: Website: https://www.masonalexander.ie/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mason-alexander/ Instagram: @masonalexander.ie Twitter: @MasonAlexander_
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this weeks episode of the FitVision of Wellbeing Podcast we are delighted to have Sheila Greaney joining us. Sheila is the Site Engagement Manager for Cisco and has been working throughout the pandemic and subsequent lockdowns to ensure connection between all the staff members through numerous means.
In our conversation we speak to the challenges that we have all faced over the past 18 months and how we support connections between staff through technology and reingnite positive culture through active engagement.
Download our brochure: https://www.fitvision.ie/2021-brochure
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this weeks podcast Mark was joined by Dr Robert Kelly of RK Cardiology Healthy Living. Dr. Kelly is a Fellow of American College of Cardiology, the European Society of Cardiology and Royal College of Physicians in Ireland. Dr Robert works specifically in the areas of Cardiology and Lifestyle Medicine.
Throughout the podcast Mark and Dr Kelly speak about the importance of positive lifestyle changes when it comes to recovering or preventing major chronic illnesses and also how as practitioners you must take a coaching approach with your patients/clients to ensure that they commit to their new ways of living.
To find out more about Dr Robert Kelly follow the links below: Website: www.rkcardiology.ie LinkedIn: https://ie.linkedin.com/in/dr-robert-kelly-md-mba-1111051a
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this weeks episode of the Business of Wellbeing Mark is joined by Pat Byrne Author of "Inconvenient Sleep" & Sleep Expert. Pat has worked across multiple professional disciplines applying his expert knowledge with high level performers in business and professional sport.
Mark and Pat through their conversation speak to the effects of repeated lack of sleep from Night Shift Working and how to defend against these and also the impact of working from home on our sleep patterns. Along with this Pat offers some simple daily actions to help improve sleep quality.
Find out more about Pat Byrne and his work: Website: http://byrne-co.com/inconvenientsleep/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/byrnepat/ Twitter: @sleepsports
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
This week's podcast guest is Jennifer Cahill, Co-Founder of Savvi Recruitment and Founder of Give.Take.Grow. an incredibly successful business women with a passion for personal and professional development.
The conversation this week takes us from the importance of making time for the things in your life that matter most to encouraging and investing in your passions. Jennifer talks about not wanting to ever feel too comfortable and that some of the best learnings can be found from not being afraid to fail and to think of it as failing forward.
You can find out more about Jennifer and her work below: Website: https://www.givetakegrow.ie/ Website: https://www.savvirecruitment.com/
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's podcast Mark was joined by Aisling Larkin, TV Cook, TV Host & Mindful Eating Speaker & Educator. Aisling has a wealth of experience studying and teaching the benefits of the practice of Mindful Eating.
Mark & Aisling look at strategies to improve your own nutrition and how you consume it, but also the need for a positive relationship and mindset with your food.
Aisling will also be starting a new online group course in mindful eating this March and for corporate wellness bookings be sure to reach out and keep an eye on Aisling's social channels and website eatingmindfully.ie for more details.
You can find out more about Aisling and her work below: Instagram: @aisling_larkin_ Website: www.eatingmindfully.ie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aisling-larkin-mb-eat-m-sc-b-ed-5509a051/
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's episode of the Business Of Wellbeing Mark is joined by Anahid Basmajian Global Head of Client Experience for Workplace From Facebook.
Throughout their conversation Mark and Anahid speak about the importance of being passionate about work you are performing and how this has a major effect on your productivity and effectiveness.
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's podcast Mark is joined by Emer Fogarty, Organisational Psychologist and People Success Coach at Version 1. Focusing on how to find and grasp opportunities and grow within even the most difficult of times.
Mark and Emer delve in to the process of developing awareness through meditation and mindfulness, with emphasis on finding what is the right way for you.
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
This week on the Business of Wellbeing Podcast Mark was joined by Bernard Jackman former Irish international and professional rubgy player and coach. Mark and Bernard delve into his time as a high performance athlete, how he then transitioned across to professional coaching and eventually moving into the world of high performance business.
Throughout their conversation Bernard speaks to the importance of betting on yourself and believing in your own capabilities to succeed along with all of the learnings and growth that come from failure.
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this weeks podcast Mark O'Reilly is joined by Justin Caffrey former private equity investor and today works as an Elite Mindset Coach, trained psychotherapy coach and a master in meditation and mindfulness.
Throughout their conversation Justin and Mark speak to the intersection between your wellness and leadership and how sometimes we must take a leap of faith and trust in our decisions to allow ourselves to develop.
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
As we close out 2020, which in ways has been challenging for all, we look back at our podcast to date with the second part of The CEO Strategy. This episode might be a nice source of motivation as you head in to the new year with insights from some of Europe's top entrepreneurs and CEO's. .
Included this week are Bobby Kerr (Former CEO of Insomnia), Hugo Braam (Co-CEO of Virtuagym), Noel O' Brien (CEO of Altipeak), Ian Power (CEO of SpunOut.ie), Tony Keohane (Former CEO of Tesco Ireland) and Gene Browne (CEO of City Bin Company). Thank you again to all of our guest and listeners.
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
Full Podcasts:
Bobby Kerr https://soundcloud.com/user-246618647/the-business-of-wellbeing-episode-3-bobby-kerr
Tony Keohane https://soundcloud.com/user-246618647/fitvision-the-business-of-wellbeing-episode-4
Hugo Braam https://soundcloud.com/user-246618647/fitvision-business-of-wellbeing-podcast-episode-7-hugo-braam
Ian Power https://soundcloud.com/user-246618647/fitvision-business-of-wellbeing-episode-8-ian-power
Gene Browne https://soundcloud.com/user-246618647/the-business-of-wellbeing-episode-11-gene-browne
Noel O'Brien https://soundcloud.com/user-246618647/the-power-of-persistance-with-noel-obrien-ceo-altipeak-ep-25-business-of-wellbeing-podcast
Have you ever wondered how top CEO's plan for success, deal with failure and maintain a high level of performance daily despite facing various challenges?
I certainly did and still do, that is why I started the FitVision Business of Wellbeing podcast - A place where leadership and wellness meet. The next two episodes are a compilation of these topics, taken from the conversations I have had with some of Europe's top business leaders.
Thank you again to Alan Foy, Fiona Flannery, Harry Goddard, Alan Duffy and Nigel Heneghan who feature on this weeks podcast and to next weeks guests including Tony Keohane, Bobby Kerr, Gene Browne, Hugo Braam, Noel O' Brien and Ryan Scott.
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
Alan Foy: https://soundcloud.com/user-246618647/the-business-of-wellbeing-podcast
Fiona Flannery: https://soundcloud.com/user-246618647/the-business-of-wellbeing-episode-2
Harry Goddard: https://soundcloud.com/user-246618647/the-business-of-wellbeing-episode-16-harry-goddard
Nigel Heneghan: https://soundcloud.com/user-246618647/the-business-of-wellbeing-episode-18-nigel-heneghan
Alan Duffy: https://soundcloud.com/user-246618647/leading-through-adversity-change-with-alan-duffy-ceo-hsbc-ireland-ep-27
This weeks guest on the podcast is Kevin Light. Kevin is an established executive leadership coach and organisational development consultant who has been facilitating the development of leaders, teams and organisations for over 30 years.
Mark and Kevin speak about Kevin's journey from a clergy man in South Africa working within some of the poorest areas in Johannesburg to settling in Ireland and helping to develop the future leaders of Fortune 500 companies.
Register for our free webinar on 10th Dec @ 6pm: www.fitvision.ie/webinarsignup
Find out more about Kevin & Switched On Leaders: Website: www.switchedonleaders.com Email: Kevin@kevinlight.com
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's podcast Mark O'Reilly was joined by Gary Fox, CEO of HostButlers, fellow podcaster and all round serial entrepreneur. We discussed the key traits an entrepreneur needs to succeed during these uncertain times.
During the podcast Mark and Gary talk the inevitability of failure - and how in business - we need to detach our personal identity from those failures to ultimately be successful.
Register for our free webinar on 10th Dec @ 6pm: https://www.fitvision.ie/webinarsignup
Learn more about Gary below: https://www.mrgaryfox.com/ https://twitter.com/mrgaryfox https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_R87M4zjNMyO8Hgb0Qb7WA
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
We are delighted to be joined this week by DropChef CEO Ryan Scott. DropChef delivers high-quality ingredients and instructions for your meals to your home – you just do the cooking. Ryan is a former international competitive sailor and has been at the helm of DropChef as it's CEO since its inception.
In this episode Mark and Ryan speak to the importance of believing in your vision, mission and values to be successful in any endeavor. They also discussed the ideal qualities needed in a teammate or business partner, along with how it is essential to modularise the highs and lows that can occur within a business.
Find out more about DropChef below: Website: www.dropchef.com Instagram: @DropChef Twitter: @DropChefTweets
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
What is effective energy management?
In this weeks Future Vision programme podcast Mark O'Reilly FitVision Founder & Managing Director sits down with Cillian Fitzgerald and breakdowns the topic of Energy Management.
Mark and Cillian look in detail in to the balancing act between energy expenditure and energy renewal along with the 9 Key Areas of Energy. Bringing real life examples that will help you to create more energy in your life.
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
On this week's podcast we had the pleasure of speaking to Siobhan Sweeney, Director of Development, Inclusion & Diversity for the Open Doors Initiative. The Open Doors Initiative provides education, mentorship and employment opportunities to some of the marginalised members of our society.
Siobhan and Mark discuss the importance of having a diverse workforce across the board and how it can have major benefits for organisations. They also speak to the ever changing demographic of Ireland and how successful mentorship can be a key step in an individuals personal development.
Find out more about the Open Doors Initiative below: Email: info@opendoorsinitiative.ie Website: www.opendoorsinitiative.ie
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
What is EQ? How can we become more aware of our own and others emotions and the effects that they have?
In our new weekly reflection podcast FitVision Founder and Managing Director Mark O'Reilly looks back on the week and takes from it insights and tips to help us all on our own personal development journey.
This week we look at how Emotional Intelligence is essential, this can be a topic that many overlook or have trouble understanding but it can a key skill to help you and your teams become more cohesive and successful.
Find out more about FitVision below:
Website: www.FitVision.ie Instagram: @fitvision Contact us: info@fitvision.ie
On this weeks podcast Mark O'Reilly speaks with Rob Cullen, Corporate Membership Manager for the Dublin Chamber. Rob and his wife Yvonne have an inspirational story to tell of taking ownership of their health and lives, successfully changing habits in a positive way.
Mark and Rob discuss the importance of having a strong support network and how it can really make the difference when developing and sustaining new habits. Also they speak to the importance of accountability and how that something as simple as a text message can help to keep you on track.
To find out more about Rob & Yvonne see below: Website - https://robandyvonne.ie/ Instagram - @robandyvonne
To find out more about FitVision find us at: Website - www.fitvision.ie Instagram - @fitvision Email - Info@fitvision.ie
How has Lockdown 2.0 effected you? Have you felt that you need to be more resilient?
In our new weekly reflection podcast FitVision Founder and Managing Director Mark O'Reilly looks back on the week and takes from it insights and tips to help us all on our own personal development journey.
This week Mark speaks to the topic of resilience and how we can use this time to build our own toolkit to support ourselves during Lockdown 2.0
Find out more about FitVision below:
Website: www.FitVision.ie Instagram: @fitvision Contact us: info@fitvision.ie
Now that we have entered our second week of Lockdown 2.0 we can find ourselves falling into unhelpful routines and beginning to again struggle to fit in our daily exercise and activity.
On this weeks podcast Mark is joined by Anita O'Brien, Chartered Physiotherapist and Physio with the Dublin Senior Ladies Football team, discussing the impact working from home can have on your body and how we can combat the negative effects of being sedintary by implementing some simple daily actions.
You can find out more about Anita and her work below:
Instagram: @anita_obrien_physio Website: www.anitaobrienphysio.ie
For details on FitVision and what we can do for you and your company see below:
Website: www.FitVision.ie Instagram: @FitVision Email: info@fitvision.ie
On this weeks episode of the Business of Wellbeing podcast Mark sat down with Paul Cawley Communications and Engagement Manager for Irish Life Corporate Business.
Through our ever changing living and working situations, effective communication has become an issue for some but for those equipped, it is a major advantage. Mark & Paul discuss how best to engage staff with empathy and understanding during these times.
Sharing their own experience in business, Mark and Paul speak to the importance of showing appreciation to your teams and how much this can benefit not only them, but how it can inculcate a culture of appreciation through the wider organisation.
On episode 27 of the Business of Wellbeing I caught up with Alan Duffy CEO of HSBC Ireland and Chairman of Aware. During our conversation we looked at areas such as effective communication during times of crisis, how leaders can build culture from a distance and the importance of minding your mental wellbeing.
I hope you enjoy this weeks episode.
On this weeks Business Of Wellbeing Podcast Mark is joined by Shane Supple Recruitment Consultant and former professional football player and Gaelic Football All Ireland Winner.
His experiences throughout his sporting career and now in industry have led him to establish a keen sense for leadership and personal development. Mark and Shane discuss the most important attributes for leaders to posess in order to succeed at the highest levels.
On this weeks episode of the Business of Wellbeing Podcast Mark sat down with Noel O'Neill the Founder & CEO of Altipeak International.
Noel's background in high performance sport led him to follow his vision of creating a system to improve training methods for elite athletes. Mark & Noel speak about the persistance you need to be successful and how this can be instilled across your life.
A very special episode this week as Mark O'Reilly hosts his former Bohemian F.C teammates, now Bohemians captain Keith Buckley and Shamrock Rovers' own Roberto Lopes. Both have excelled in their Irish football careers and are now helping to mould the next generation as role models and leaders.
Throughout their conversation Mark and his guests speak to the cross over between Business & Sport when it comes to planning, mindset, resilience and leadership. With a keen focus on how to develop a successful mentality both Keith & Roberto have helped to foster a high standard of professionalism within their teams.
Former Galway Inter County Hurler now Performance Psychologist Tony Óg Regan joins Mark O'Reilly on this weeks episode of the Business Of Wellbeing.
Listen in to find out all of the intriguing parallels between high performance sport and high performance business. With both our host and guest having a background in elite sport this episode will be full of inside stories of the challenges and successes within high level athletics.
Find out more about Tony Óg's work below: Website: www.tonyogregan.ie Twitter: @TonyOgRegan
This week on the podcast we ask the question how do you find balance between looking after your families wellbeing and taking care of yourself.
Aoife Lee our guest this week is a parent support specialist with a wealth of experience. In this episode Aoife and Mark O'Reilly from FitVision will look at how parenting, wellness and mindset are all interconnected.
Find more information on Aoife and all of her services @parentsupport on Instagram and at www.parentsupport.ie
It is clear to see we are all coping but the big question is...
How well are YOU coping?
Over the past few months we have all been mentally tested, physically strained and emotionally stretched. This has left our spirits perforated and our purpose floundering.
In this short podcast Mark O'Reilly presents us with some knowledgeable insights and practical steps to help us all cope with our current situation.
Dave Casey is the Health Promotion Manager For DeCare across Ireland & Europe and we had the chance to sit down recently and talk all things wellness with a specific focus on mental health.
Why are you doing this? This Life? This Career? This Role? This is very important because we get one life and we should live it well and full of meaning. If you stopped to think about why are you doing this? How would you do things differently? Join Mark O'Reilly (FitVision) & Kevin Light (Switched On Leaders) as they look in to the assumed leadership skill of Self Connectedness.
This week on the Fitleader Friday Podcast, Mark and Kevin look at the challenges that leaders and teams have with managing Resistance. Resistance can appear in various shapes but when managed correctly it can actually be a benefit to teams and leaders alike.
Have you ever had a short term high demand workload slowly turn in to the norm? This week Kevin & Mark look at how to ensure you and your team don't fall in to these traps.
On this weeks FItleader Friday podcast, Mark & Kevin look at how Boredom & Repetition can have both a positive and negative effect on a team. Viewing them through different lenses than usual you will see how you can use either to your benefit.
This week Mark got to speak with Ted Vickey and talk all things fitness tech and look at how can we make exercise and healthy living accessible for all.
Ted Vickey, Ph.D., is the Founder & President of FitWell, Inc., a San Diego-based consulting company specializing in entrepreneurship, innovation and emerging technology within the fitness industry. He is also a professor at Point Loma University in the Master's program in the School of Kinesiology. From 2004-2015, Dr. Vickey was the Executive Director of the White House Athletic Center in Washington, D.C. during the Bush, Clinton and Bush Administrations, serving the health and fitness needs of the President and his staff. His Ph.D. research combined social networking through Twitter, physical activity and mobile technology. Dr. Vickey is an emeritus member of the board of directors for the American Council on Exercise and has been ACE certified since 1994.
Watch Ted's Ted Talk below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msNzRtZaDeM
This week during the FitLeader Friday webinar, Mark O'Reilly & Kevin Light delve in to how to manage your daily transitions. This freedom between activities, as Mark refers to them, are extremely important in our day to day lives and need to be managed in an effective and positive manner.
FitLeader Friday is back again this week, Mark & Kevin will be looking at stategies and actions we can take as leaders when we are faced with Team Failure.
In this weeks episode of the Business of Wellbeing Podcast, Mark sits down (virtually) with Matt Parrott of the American based corporate wellness company Corporate Fitness Works. Mark and Matt talk all things corporate wellness and take a deep dive in to behavioural change and how you can impact the develoment of high level executives.
Mark O'Reilly & Kevin Light dissect the a very common problem within teams, Group Think. By looking at current examples in the Political realm and historical examples of Group Think, Kevin & Mark will bring you through their observations and offer you simple tools to combat this within your team.
Mark O'Reilly & Kevin Light delve in to the topic of how to deal with high performing teams and individuals when they actually have a negative effect on an organisations culture.
In partnership with Irish Life Health and celebrating International Day of Families, Mark O'Reilly (FitVision) & Ian Power (CEO, SpunOut.ie)sat down for a discussion around all things Wellness for Teens during this time.
Mark O'Reilly and Kevin Light discuss the intricacies of dealing with Teams when the do not communicate effectively.
Mark and Kevin are back again with the FitLeader Friday Webinar Series. This episode they are looking directly in to when delegation fails within your organisation.
On Episode 18 we caught up with Nigel Heneghan Managing Director of Heneghan Strategic Communications. Nigel provides strategic communications counsel to a number of leading national and international clients and is widely recognised within business circles, as one of the country’s foremost corporate communications advisers. Responsible for strategy formulation and overall management of the firm, he specialises in corporate and financial public relations and crisis management. On this episode we discuss steering your business through Covid-19, personal wellness strategies and the power of effective communication.
On episode 17, we caught up with Daniel Davey. Daniel is a bestselling author and performance nutritionist with Leinster Rugby and with the Dublin Senior Football team. The focus of our conversation ranges from building new habits to setting goals to creating a plan around nutrition for the whole family. For more information on Daniel check out his brand new website www.daveynutrition.com/
The Business of Wellbeing now has a FitLeader Friday Bonus Episode: The topic will be Threats and Opportunities facing Business teams at the moment.
The FitLeader Team consists of our MD Mark O'Reilly and Kevin Light of Switched On Leaders. Kevin is an established executive leadership coach and organisational development consultant who has been facilitating the development of leaders, teams and organisations for over 30 years across diverse sectors and cultures as an independent consultant, in-house organisational development manager and business school faculty. In addition to his interest and expertise in leadership development Kevin has an avid interest in physical wellness and has been a columnist for TRAIL Magazine for nine years and, amongst other endeavors, has run the Marathon des Sables and the NYC Marathon barefoot.
In episode 3 we discussed Decision Making within teams. This 30 minutes is packed with key tips to enable effective team strategies.
On Episode 16 of The Business of Wellbeing Podcast we caught up with Harry Goddard. Harry is CEO of Deloitte Ireland. Harry has worked in the professional services and consulting industries for more than 20 years. He has a vast breadth of experience, working across multiple industries, with a particular focus on the public sector and financial services sectors. On this episode we gain a great insight into Harry's view on how to prioritise a plan for wellness, the steps to achieving personal goals and Harry also shares with us ways in which the team at Deloitte have supported employees wellness during Covid-19.
On Episode 15 we spoke to Gerry Duffy, Gerry is an international speaker delivering keynotes and programmes in - Leadership, Goal Setting and Public Speaking/ Effective Communication.
Gerry has worked with over 800 companies and organisations including Facebook, Google, SAP, Proctor and Gamble, Aer Lingus, British Gas, Boston Scientific and Coca Cola.
He is also the author of 3 books including Tick, Tock, Ten, the story of Gerry winning the Deca Ironman challenge which is 10 Ironman Events in 10 Days!
On Episode 14 we spoke to Gerry Hussey, Gerry is a performance psychologist and also in more recent times been coined ‘The Soul Coach’. He has been in the human health and performance Field for almost 20 years.
Gerry has been at the forefront of building high performance teams and individuals in Olympic and Professional, sport and corporate organisations. His vast experience has seen him prepare and lead teams for success at Olympic Games, Heineken cups, World cups, and World and European championships.
He has worked and currently works with some of the world’s leading sport and business teams as well as coaching for high performing individuals.
He is a leading voice that is challenging us to rethink health and performance in a whole new way and his integrated approach is one of honesty, simplicity and authenticity.
We hope you enjoy!
The Business of Wellbeing now has a FitLeader Friday Bonus Episode: The topic will be Threats and Opportunities facing Business teams at the moment.
The FitLeader Team consists of our MD Mark O'Reilly and Kevin Light of Switched On Leaders. Kevin is an established executive leadership coach and organisational development consultant who has been facilitating the development of leaders, teams and organisations for over 30 years across diverse sectors and cultures as an independent consultant, in-house organisational development manager and business school faculty. In addition to his interest and expertise in leadership development Kevin has an avid interest in physical wellness and has been a columnist for TRAIL Magazine for nine years and, amongst other endeavors, has run the Marathon des Sables and the NYC Marathon barefoot.
In episode 1 we discussed communication breakdown within teams. This 30 minutes is packed with key tips to enable effective team strategies.
On Episode 13 we caught up with Fiona O'Donnell,
Fiona offers tailored mindfulness courses and workshops in the corporate sector. Clients include Oracle, Google, Arup, Bank of Ireland and many more.
Fiona has a Masters of Science in Mindfulness Based Approaches, School of Psychology from Bangor University, Wales completed, as well as Mindfulness Teacher Training Levels 1 & 2 from Bangor University.
On the podcast this week we caught up with Carrie Budds of Quokka Wellness. Carrie is a Galway based Corporate Wellness Provider who specialises in Digital Wellness and helps companies and their staff understand the impact of their behaviors in both a professional and personal manner. We talked all things digital wellness from always on syndrome to the difference between digital natives and digital immigrants and how technology is leading us through the world’s largest social experiment.
Gene shares with us the highs and lows of running a business for over 20 years, his companies appearance in Verne Harnish’s book Scaling Up and how they created an organisational culture that is at the core of everything the company does.
Episode 10 will look at part 2 of our recent event in which we held a panel discussion on Leadership, Our panel included
Alan Foy - Group CEO of StarBlue, Blueface and Star2Star Communications
Paul Marchant - Chief Executive Of Primark
Nicola Byrne - CEO Of Cloud90/Riskeye
Ian Power - CEO Of SpunOut.ie/Crisis Text Line Ireland
Kevin Light - Switched On Leaders
Episode 9 will look at part 1 of our recent event in which we held a panel discussion on Leadership, Our panel included
Alan Foy - Group CEO of StarBlue, Blueface and Star2Star Communications
Paul Marchant - Chief Executive Of Primark
Nicola Byrne - CEO Of Cloud90/Riskeye
Ian Power - CEO Of SpunOut.ie/Crisis Text Line Ireland
Kevin Light - Switched On Leaders
SpunOut.ie is Ireland’s youth information website created by young people, for young people, we met CEO Ian Power to discuss the keys to Mental and Physical Well-being for the 16-25 year old cohort.
Hugo Braam CEO of Virtuagym, A Heath and Fitness Technology company providing the latest in easy to use apps for the Corporate Wellness and Fitness Industry.
On Episode 6 of the podcast we sat down with Breege O' Donoghue. Breege is one of the original key decision makers within the Primark organisation championing the change from human resources to people and culture. During this episode Breege shares with us how she built a resilient mindset along with what she believes makes a leader in business today.
On episode 5 of the Business of Wellbeing podcast we caught up with former Leinster Rugby Player and Owner of Personal Health in Rathmines Andrew Dunne. We talk all things from the transition to Professional Athlete to Business Owner and the importance of active ageing.
On Episode 4 we sat down with Tony Keohane former CEO of Tesco Ireland to discuss all things Wellbeing and Personal Performance.
On Episode 3 of the FitVision Business of Wellbeing Podcast we caught up with Newstalk Radio's Bobby Kerr Founder and former CEO of Insomnia Coffee.
On episode 1 of the FitVision Business of Wellbeing podcast we met Alan Foy CEO of StarBlue, Blueface and Star to Star were we discussed topics such as self-management, mindset, company culture and personal wellbeing, strategies.