We are not here to tick a box: Recent Episodes
David Cain and Debbie Hayes
Our podcast is a conduit for courageous thought leadership; creating a catalyst for those who dare to do things differently, developing people, teams, culture.
We don‘t believe in ticking boxes by following traditional overcomplicated reactive methods. Instead, a proactive unpretentious real world approach, delivering lasting change through significance and connection.
Warning - Honest, Real, Stripped Back, Down To Earth, Perfectly Imperfect
With hosts David Cain and Debbie Hayes
In this episode we discuss how clean, transparent, and honestly is information around business performance and strategy cascaded in all directions. We also consider why this is so important and the positive impact it can bring. We even present the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, as an example of how this can positively change directions and outcomes.
In this follow up episode we continue our conversation around connecting with self. Debbie talks openly about her abusive relationship and the advice her son of 13 gave her.
In today's episode we look at the importance of connecting with ourselves to bring clarity and balance to our lives. Who would have thought that the ABBA song Dancing Queen would be used to reduce the changes of walking down the wrong path and allow us to identify the right steps to take.
Alignment is one thing, but once you achieve true connection the realisation of excellence in execution is discovered. In this episode we discuss why connection is perhaps the biggest opportunity for business growth within an organisation.
We even share one of our favourite stories of an alleged team talk of Alex Ferguson.
Facing you fears in business is essential. The affects of fear mentality and what establishes these types of cultures is discussed in this episode. Do you keep hold of your onions?
In this episode we continue our discussion around working together. We also consider the revolving chair.
In this episode we discuss the importance of working together towards the common goal. We also introduce a concept that you may not currently use, the 10% Rule.
In this episode we discuss the importance of forward thinking in becoming adaptable. We even discuss motorways and BBQ's, to discover in what context, take a listen.
Using the Beatles as inspiration, in this episode we look at why it is so important to prioritise inputs over outputs in life and business. We also suggest that by looking at the world differently, we can make better business decisions.
In this episode we consider how do we achieve the goal of becoming the best version of ourselves. We also consider the role of business leaders and managers in helping their colleagues navigate this path.
Every year we should arrive at the new one wiser for our experiences. In this episode we discuss this and what it takes to become wiser.
Debbie and Dave look back over the first series and share some of their Christmas traditions. This podcast is a great way to learn more about our style and content.
In this episode we shift between two key topics in business, fresh eyes and feedback. "Seeing with fresh eyes" means seeing familiar things as if you've never seen them before, i.e. with the same sense of newness and discovery that you presumably experienced the first time you experienced them. With this perspective we gain the ability to see the things which have become the status quo and counter productive.
Such techniques can also be of great benefit when conducting formal 360 degree feedback, or general feedback.
In this episode we challenge the PR, mission statements and much more. Are they a true reflection of an organisations purpose or principles?
In this episode we consider the importance of a colleagues sense of belonging to their employer and brand.
"A sense of belonging involves more than simply being acquainted with other people. It is centered on gaining acceptance, attention, and support from members of the group as well as providing the same attention to other members."
In this episode we discuss the need for people to work as one for the good of their organisation, each other, and themselves.
In this episode we discuss the requirement for us all to self reflect in order to grow and prosper in life.
In this episode we discuss the advantages of being truly vulnerable in our personal and professional lives.