It's a Toms Talk episode this week as we look back at Q1 of 2025. It's shaping up to be quite a year!

We've both got lots to talk about, not only what we've been up to, but also what's been happening in the world.

It's an optimistic episode and we can't wait to share it with you. 

This week we're joined all the way from the USA by the incredible Liz Weber. Liz Weber is CEO of Weber Business Services, advisers to business owners, leaders, and directors. We get Liz's unique insights on the intricacies of leadership, strategic planning, and organisational culture.

Liz shares her views on how to effectively guide businesses in creating dynamic strategic plans, the challenges leaders face in workforce planning, and the importance of fostering a positive organisational culture. Not only this, she also highlights practical advice for leaders to reflect on their own experiences and improve their impact.

She's a fantastic guest - so enjoy it.

You can find out more about Liz at her website https://www.wbsllc.com/ or find her on LinkedIn here.

Do you find having challenging conversations just that - really challenging?

In this episode the Toms talk about HEX's revolutionary framework for having all sorts of conversations that feel a bit crunchy. It might be giving feedback, asking for help, calling out poor behaviours, or more positive things like giving impactful recognition. 

Whatever you struggle with, there's something here for you.

If you want more information on the framework, and a free download, you can go to https://www.hex-development.com/oi-4c-framework/. 

Enjoy the episode.

This week we're excited to be joined by the wonderful Helen Bailey.

Helen is the founder of Aviatrix, a strategic research consultancy specialising in turning insights into action. 

In our conversation, we dive into the power of insights and how it can help businesses drive their performance and leaders to nurture success and fulfilment in life and work.

You can find out more about Helen via her LinkedIn page here or go to Aviatrix's website here.

In this Toms Talk episode, we discuss what's going on with AI in the world of coaching, leadership, and the businesses and clients we're working with.

Is it something to be afraid of?

Is it something we can all be using more?

What's holding us back from really embracing AI for all our benefits?

We also give some advice from our own experiences.

Enjoy the episode.

It's a bonus episode!

On 11 March, it's the release of one of our host, Tom Emery's first book, People People: Reach Your Full Potential as a Chief HR Officer.

In this short bonus episode, the Toms talk about the book, where Tom E found the inspiration to become an author, and what it's all about. 

They also share a great introductory offer and a launch webinar that will take place on 6 March (not 7 March as stated in the podcast - Tom E's mistake). 

You can find more detail on how to register for this at https://www.hex-development.com/events/people-people-launch-webinar. 

We're back with a very special guest, Dr Amanda Potter. Amanda is our first returning guest, and we're thrilled to have her back to talk about a subject that comes up regularly with our clients - resilience.

We dig into this important subject: what it is, how our resilience is tested in trying circumstances, and some practical tools to build our resilience and therefore our effectiveness in life and work.

It's a great episode!

You can find out more about Amanda and her work at https://www.betalent.com/. Don't forget to check out Amanda's podcast, The Chief Psychology Officer - it's not to be missed.

For the free fact sheet Amanda mentions on boosting resilience, please get in touch with one of us. 

In this Toms Talk episode of Beyond Potential, we dive into the books, articles, and podcasts that have been shaping our thinking lately. From insightful leadership reads to thought-provoking podcasts, we share key takeaways and how they’re influencing our approach to work, growth, and beyond.

Are you finding joy in your life and work?

This week the Toms are joining by the incredible Raquel Braganza. Raquel is a life coach who not only thinks finding joy is the secret to success in so many areas of life, but also brings joy to everything she does.

We talk to Raquel about the value of joy and get some practical ways we can use it to enhance our work and wellbeing.

We hope you find as much joy in listening as we found in talking to Raquel!

Learn more about Raquel’s work here:

https://www.instagram.com/raquelbraganza_lifecoach

It's time for another Toms Talk episode and this week we're talking about one of our favourite topics - longevity.

We delve into the topic of longevity, exploring personal experiences, mindset, and the importance of social connections. We discuss how mindset influences physical health, the significance of reflection and planning for the future, and the role of small habit changes in promoting well-being.

The conversation also highlights the importance of social connections and setting boundaries to maintain a healthy work-life balance, ultimately encouraging listeners to take action towards a longer, healthier life.

Lots to think about, and hopefully some good takeaways. Enjoy!