EP.IC - Edric Poon In Company

By Edric Poon

Edric Poon In Company (EP.IC) - is the podcast that "humanizes" the role of a CxO and brings the stories of Entrepreneurs and Professionals in Asia to you!

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March 10, 2024 EP.IC067 - Neuroplasticity and Organizational Psychology | Marissa Nasution
Meet @Marissa Nasutino - an Organizational Psychologist, Parenting Coach and Public Speaker.
Or perhaps, the name "VJ Marissa" from #MTV #Indonesia? She's come a long way and now she's on the #podcast to let us know how empathy can be learnt, taught and applied in organizations. We chat about Organizational Psychology, Neuroplasticity, the power of learning daily and dive into our personal vaults and relationship advice for conflict management.Shoutout to @citymusicsg for letting us record in their awesome space! Be sure to visit them for your music and podcasting needs!Podcast produced by: Kaleoscopic Communications Pte LtdHosted by: Edric PoonGuest: Marissa Nasution (IG @marissaLN) Website: http://www.marissanasution.com Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:17 - Points from today's pod
00:00:47 - About our Guest
00:01:10 - Welcome to the podcast, Marissa Nasution
00:01:19 - You have an IMDB page....
00:03:37 - Career Transition: How did you transit from TV to Psychology?
00:04:24 - The foundational questions of Psychology
00:05:38 - Understanding Empathy taught me forgiveness
00:06:31 - Why is it easier to forgive others than ourselves?
00:07:26 - Breaking down empathy into a set of behaviours
00:08:41 - Simplifying the difference between Sympathy and Empathy
00:11:35 - Comparing to the Baby Boomers, How did "empathy" make its way into our work culture?
00:12:23 - Some Traditional values don't align with the digital era
00:14:59 - Marker 14
00:15:04 - The power of Neuroplasticity
00:16:13 - How to teach Empathy?
00:17:18 - Is there a playbook for learning leadership and empathy?
00:19:54 - How to learn empathy like a sociopath
00:21:25 - Why change is so difficult
00:23:24 - Expose yourself to the ability of learning everyday
00:24:34 - What could you learn from your child doing your job?
00:28:47 - Neuroscience and Emotions - what we've seen so far
00:32:15 - Organizations are looking for these OD solutions
00:34:42 - Putting Theory into Practice
00:35:52 - Are orgnizational psychologists exclusively for large companies?
00:40:42 - Appraisals - A common issue that organizations need to fix right now
00:44:46 - What's a realistic timeline for positive behavioural and cultural change?
00:46:28 - Can you speed up the change process?
00:49:02 - Why people get demotivated after 7 days
00:50:44 - Summary of learnings from today's pod
00:52:47 - Marissa's internal process to respond rather than react
00:54:45 - Everyone needs that ONE friend
00:55:51 - Handling heated arguments the right way
01:01:00 - 10 Questions with VJ Marissa#Business #People #Stories #Asia #Podcast #Production #Kaleoscopic #Communications #Leadership #Learning #Professional
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February 18, 2024 Inside (ED)ition - Why companies aren't investing in high value productions anymore
"Companies aren't looking to have high value production in their line of business, even though they know it's one of the best ways to get their message out there!"

This is true, and I found out the hard way.
In this episode, we highlight a few opportunities for video production to get into the content game, and how it could help build their business up!

If you like the podcast, please subscribe to the pod, and connect with me on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/edricpoon/

The podcast was produced by Edric Poon, Kaleoscopic Communications Pte Ltd
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February 05, 2024 EP.IC066 - Pearl Lim, Curious Leaders Circle
Meet Pearl Lim - Co-Founder of Curious Leaders Circle, and Host and Producer of Rebel Curiosities Podcast!
Pearl joins the #epicpodcast to let us know WHY leaders should ask WHY!
Leaders must be more curious, to adapt, to adjust and to make the right decisions for their teams!
We explore the connections between Business Leadership and Curiousity, culture differences between Generations in the workforce, GenZ and Gen Alphas, The power of Unlearning and much more!
Connect with Pearl: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pearl-lim-curiousleaderscircle/
Website: https://www.curiousleaderscircle.com
Podcast: Rebel Curiosities http://www.rebelcuriosities.com Podcast host: Edric PoonProduced by: Kaleoscopic Communications Pte Ltd#Stayepic #epicpodcasting #podcast #production #asia #communicationsTimestamps
00:00 - Opening Sequence
00:07 - This episode is all about Curiosity & Leadership
00:54 - Theme: Should Leaders be more curious?
01:03 - Welcome to the podcast Pearl Lim!
01:37 - Why did you start your own podcast - Rebel Curiosities?
02:27 - What the connection between Business Leadership and Curiosity?
03:56 - Tell us a little bit more about your own journey from Marketing to evolving leaders through curiosity?
05:36 - Finding your own curious sides and areas of operation
06:39 - A great framework - What if, Why not?
10:50 - Key Learnings from "Atlas of the Heart" by Brene Brown
12:05 - Curiosity stems from Care
14:26 - How Unlearning helps you to learn
18:01 - Learnings from Design Thinking
18:36 - Why should C-Suites invest in personal branding?
22:07 - How do you prepare leaders for Gen Alpha?
23:13 - The Gen Z discussion - how do we work?
26:08 - What can leaders do to adapt to the changing workforce?
26:34 - Leaders - Seek to understand
27:43 - Why you communicate to someone's "WHY"
30:31 - Humble beginnings - from Supermarket cashiering to writing
35:22 - I wish you GST
36:27 - Business owner to Business owner
37:18 - Knowing how much to charge
39:07 - The right questions that frame your leadership
40:26 - Crowdsourced: So why is curiosity so important in leadership?
41:03 - The start of the Podcasters Playground
42:15 - 10 Questions with Pearl
45:53 - Connect wtih Pearl!
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47min
January 14, 2024 Inside (ED)ition - How a podcast can help with Internal Communications
Welcome to Inside (ED)ition, an audio newsletter, that aims to help professionals better understand the amazing uses of podcasting in business, communications, personal and professional development!

In this episode of the podcast, we take a peek at what an Company Podcast could look like, how its used and the benefits of having your own internal podcast, such as how an internal podcast builds stronger bonds among co-workers, builds empathy and being a tool in change management!

Thank you for listening and please continue to show us your support! Subscribe to the podcast and follow me on LinkedIN - https://sg.linkedin.com/in/edricpoon
This podcast was produced by Kaleoscopic Communications Pte Ltd.
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7min
January 01, 2024 Inside (ED)ition 5 - 2023's a wrap!
It's been a while folks!
A quick update on the podcast on what to expect in 2024, and some personal updates to share with you!

Welcome to 2024!
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7min
November 06, 2023 EP.IC065 - Lessons from the 3rd Gen | Hoe Yeegn Lougn, City Music
Show notes:
1. In this episode of the EP.IC podcast, we explore the sage business advice, passed down from 1st gen to 3rd gen business owner.
2. Hoe Yeegn Lougn, Co-owner of City Music, tells us more about this 55 year old business, how its run, and how it continues to evolve.
3. We explore the rise of AI and tools that could support the retail staff, while creating a better customer experience - BUT, WON'T replace the need for the human touch.
4. KOL collaboration - boon or bane of the industry?
Yeegn Lougn tells all.
Thanks for tuning in!
The next few episodes were recorded in City Music - where you get all your music, recording and podcasting needs!
Disclaimer: Filming was done in City music in front of customers, staff and patrons. Environmental noises are to be expected.
Podcast produced by: Kaleoscopic Communications Pte Ltd
Hosted by: Edric Poon
Podcast recorded at City Music (Singapore)

Get kitted out for a podcast at City Music: https://www.citymusic.com.sg/
Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:12 Coming to you from City Music!
0:20 Quick disclaimer on any environmental sounds!
0:35 Exploring the wisdom of a Third Gen Business Owner
1:03 Introducing our guest of the hour - Yeegn Lougn
1:21 Massive thanks to City Music and their Experiential zones!
2:17 The beginning of a 30 year career in City Music
4:06 From school to family business - Expectation vs Reality
5:08 Growing and Building with musicians and legends
6:15 Growing and Building with musicians and legends
9:07 Were you coaxed into getting a proper degree before taking over the business?
10:27 Hot Take on Kids wanting to be Youtubers and Influencers
12:50 How do you gauge talent from content creators for collaboration?
14:12 Spotting potential also comes with developing a relationship
16:21 Upcoming collaboration with Suntec City - Music in the City
17:04 A rude awakening with a KOL
19:27 Our take on the term "Collaboration"
20:36 Business Advice from Gen 1 to Gen 3
21:26 Managing conflict within a family business
22:46 Gaining perspective through conflict within teams
24:13 How does City Music leverage on AI?
27:27 Using AI as a tool, not as a cheat code
28:14 Could AI-enabled software for music / content generation ever go on sale?
30:51 Virtual concerts is still original content
32:56 AI and Robots in the service industry - Yay or nay?
34:56 How is City Music keeping their staff ahead of the machines?
36:12 Thank you to City Music for hosting us!
37:44 10 Questions with Yeegn Lougn
40:59 A message from City Music to YOU!
41:51 The Wrap Up! Thanks for tuning in!
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43min
October 02, 2023 EP.IC064 - IP Law - It's more than just "business insurance" | Kiranjit Seiter
What's in a trademark?
At the start, I thought it was simply about registering a name.
Kiran, of IP Consultants, sheds light on WHY IP and trademark protection can be used for both protection and revenue driving!
What's covered in this podcast?
1. An overview of IP Law - How it works and how it can be used for protection and revenue gain
2. Case Studies - If a big burger chain didn't trademark their products, what could've happened?
3. Case Studies - If you're a smaller player without protecting your IPs, what could possibly happen WHEN you succeed?
4. Geographies matter - do you know how trademark, patenting and IPOS charge based on categories and geographies?
For more information about IP Law, reach out to Kiran:
Website: www.ipconsultants.asia
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiranjitdharsanseiter/
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42min
September 18, 2023 Inside (Ed)ition - Get on the mic everyday and make connections (A tribute to Wayne Cheong)
Show notes:
In the past few months, several reflection points have led to the crystallization of 2 nuggets of wisdom from the late Wayne Cheong, founder of Podfest Asia and 5 other podcasts.

Our brief coffee session led to one of the most important moments that has influenced how I podcast.

Key lessons:
1. Get on the mic even if you don't feel like it
2. It's hard to bounce back from podfading

I'd love to hear your thoughts about this episode, please let me know in the Q&A, as well as leaving me a voice message on Spotify OR DM me on FB / IG: @epicpodcasting. I'll write back for sure!
Your feedback helps this podcast get better and better!
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8min
September 04, 2023 EP.IC063 - The power of community building | Megha Singh., B Inc Asia
Meet the amazing Megha Singh, founder of Binc Asia.
Megha Singh is an entrepreneur, business consultant and a Kundalini Yogi. She has over 16 years of work experience with 11 of them being in the startup space in Singapore.
Through her company B Inc Asia, Megha has worked with start-ups, SMEs and MNCs in a variety of roles including Project Management, Community Management, Relationship Management, Marketing, Communication, PR, Events, Partnerships, Business Development, People Management and Pitch Training across industries including Fashion, Beauty, Lifestyle, Entrepreneurship Development, Education and Energy.
Connect with Megha:
Website: https://www.b-inc.asia/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megha-singh-binc/
IG: @bincbymegha
IG: @mamegha
Email: [email protected]
Show Notes
In this episode, Megha shares her perspective on what it takes to build a community and how it can both support members, while acts as an asset to an organization.
1. Meet Megha Singh
2. What exactly is a Community Manager and a Community Builder
3. Determining and communicating VALUE of communities to the organization
4. Worklife balance is B$ and so should the guilt of a working parent
4. Actionable ways of centering oneself to ideate and make great decisions
5. Megha's plans to evolve and ideas to work on
Timestamps
0:00 Season 4 intro - credit to MojoIdeas for the studio and production work!
0:45 How I met (your) Megha (ok bad pun)
2:00 Explaining the concept of a Community Manager
3:35 The difference between Community Managers vs Community Building
4:30 How the Launchpad community grew
7:22 Should every business have their own community builder? Shoutout to Rachel Lim, Love Bonito
10:00 Executives are looking for the value proposition of communities - what is this value you speak of?
12:15 Why Community Managers will be the most sought out roles moving forward
13:06 How has community building evolved in your opinion?
16:30 A mindset shift in community management
19:00 How did you develop your love for community building?
21:10 Prior to coming to Singapore 11 years ago, what were you doing?
23:12 A Master's in Mass Communications and having a retail internship?
27:00 8 years since setting up Binc - how have things changed since?
30:35 Worklife balance is B$
31:35 The stick used to to beat women...
34:44 Handling the guilt of being away from your family
37:50 The power of Journaling
40:22 Finding your niche, space and voice
41:23 How to get centered and get great ideas
42:43 The EP.IC questionnaire
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46min
August 21, 2023 Inside (Ed)ition - Why aren't B2B businesses using podcasts?
Many people have asked me this question:
"Why are podcasts are MUST have for my business"
Many that I've spoken with believe that it's a "Good to have" for business. I can see their perspective. This episide of Inside (Ed)ition sheds some light on how podcasts work in B2C and B2B settings.

Shownotes:
1. Most believe that podcasts need channel monetization and influencers to work. That's the B2C model.
2. Let's explore what the B2B model is focused on, and how it supports sales and marketing.
3. Finding the right direction for B2B podcasts
4. Leveraging on a podcast producer as the intersection between sales, marketing and content creator for your business.

Hosted by: Edric Poon
Produced by: Kaleoscopic Communications

#stayepic #edricpoonincompany #business #people #stories #insideedition #b2b #podcasting #singapore

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The podcast currently has 88 episodes available.