Welcome to our series of bite-sized episodes featuring favourite moments from the Leading for Business Excellence podcast series.  

In this minisode, Marvin Cooke, Former Executive Vice President of Manufacturing, provides insights into how Toyota Motor Europe maintains excellence through its commitment to fundamental principles, emphasising a process-driven approach that prioritises safety, quality, and Continuous Improvement.

Listen to the full episode here: https://pmi.co.uk/knowledge-hub/podcast-operational-excellence-insights-with-marvin-cooke-of-toyota-motor-europe/ 

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Welcome to our series of bite-sized episodes featuring favourite moments from the Leading for Business Excellence podcast series.

In this minisode, we’re joined by Professor Sally Mackey of The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama as she encourages the reimagining of traditional office spaces to enhance creativity and productivity as a way of combatting challenges that some organisations may face when adjusting to a hybrid working model.

Listen to the full episode here: https://pmi.co.uk/knowledge-hub/transforming-spaces-with-professor-sally-mackey-of-the-royal-central-school-of-speech-and-drama/ 

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Welcome to our series of bite-sized episodes featuring favourite moments from the Leading for Business Excellence podcast series.

Join us as Ali Bolton of the Wye Valley NHS Trust underscores the value of small-scale testing and introduces the empowering concept of "fabulous failure" as a pivotal learning opportunity.

Listen to the full episode here: https://pmi.co.uk/knowledge-hub/podcast-a-leadership-journey-fuelled-by-curiosity/

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Are you guilty of viewing sustainability as just a compliance exercise?  Have you considered what integrating ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives with your business improvement practices will do for the future of your improvement activity?

It’s the game-changer that will transform your business and create lasting value, as Jamie Bowen, the visionary Head of ESG and Improvement at Chevron Group, proves. 

Tune in to hear his compelling career journey as he discusses his passion for upskilling, the vital importance of steadfast leadership, and why he relentlessly drives for a culture of continuous improvement.  

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Welcome to our series of bite-sized episodes featuring favourite moments from the Leading for Business Excellence podcast series.

Join us as BQF President Karen Leftley discusses the importance of empowering team members to tackle issues within their sphere of influence, and how this frees senior managers to concentrate on strategic imperatives.

Listen to the full episode here: https://pmi.co.uk/knowledge-hub/set-the-direction-and-do-brilliant-things-with-karen-leftley-bqf-president/

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Welcome to our series of bite-sized episodes featuring favourite moments from the Leading for Business Excellence podcast series.

Join us as Marvin Cooke, Executive Vice President of Manufacturing at Toyota Motor Europe, shares what excellence looks like in his operations, emphasising the importance of visiting the workplace and engaging directly with employees to gain a true understanding.

Listen to the full episode here: https://pmi.co.uk/knowledge-hub/podcast-operational-excellence-insights-with-marvin-cooke-of-toyota-motor-europe/ 

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Welcome to our series of bite-sized episodes featuring favourite moments from the Leading for Business Excellence podcast series.

In this minisode, we join Tanya Aitken, the CMI's Chief Product and Marketing Officer, as she emphasises the importance of empathy in leadership and how treating employees with respect can enhance loyalty, productivity, and job satisfaction. 

Listen to the full episode here: https://pmi.co.uk/knowledge-hub/nurturing-leadership-excellence-with-tanya-aitken-chief-product-and-marketing-officer-at-cmi/ 

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Welcome to our series of bite-sized episodes featuring favourite moments from the Leading for Business Excellence podcast series. 

In this minisode, Vince Desmond, CEO of the Chartered Quality Institute, shares his views that the quality profession is not yet ready for the challenges of AI. So, where do we go from here to seize the opportunities?

Listen to the full episode here: https://pmi.co.uk/knowledge-hub/end-to-end-quality-as-a-competitive-advantage-with-vince-desmond-ceo-of-the-chartered-quality-institute/

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Recognising and valuing neurodiversity isn't just about embracing differences—it's about unlocking the full potential of your workforce.

Join us for our latest Leading For Business Excellence episode, where Rosie Brighty, founder of Divergent Consulting, shares her career journey with dyslexia, dyspraxia, and ADHD.

Listen in as we uncover how inclusive environments can ignite unparalleled problem-solving and innovation within your organisation through neurodiverse perspectives. Rosie dives into creating sensory-safe workplaces and nurturing open communication, essential pillars in truly supporting neurodivergent individuals.

Her story—from engineering and teaching to founding her own business—will inspire you to harness the remarkable strengths of neurodivergent employees. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your workplace into a hub of creativity, empathy, and boundless potential.

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Welcome to our series of bite-sized episodes featuring favourite moments from the Leading for Business Excellence podcast series. 

In this minisode, Professor Sally Mackey of The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama discusses the need for transparency and ethical behaviour when it comes to leading a team in order to foster trust and effective communication.  

Listen to the full episode here: https://pmi.co.uk/knowledge-hub/transforming-spaces-with-professor-sally-mackey-of-the-royal-central-school-of-speech-and-drama/ 

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