During a week where everyone is shining a spotlight on mental health, ECO Recruitment Exec Rachel Ludkin shares her story of her own mental health journey and replacing bad habits with healthier ones by getting back to nature.

In episode 10, Phil sat down with former Leicester City and Sunderland AFC star Matt Piper.

Matt and Phil chat about his early early career in professional football which was cut short due to injury, his battle with addiction and mental health issues and his recovery.

Matt now heads up a fantastic football and sports academy based in Leicester, offering young people with ambitions of playing or coaching professionally a path way to achieve their goals.

In this episode, Phil caught up with BBL and Newcastle Eagles guard, and owner of Train Harder 21 Drew Lasker.

Drew and Phil chat about his early life in the USA, Germany and his move to the BBL 16 years ago.

How he maintains an elite level of both fitness and mindset, which has seen him pick up 9 Titles in his profession career.

In this episode, Phil is joined by Bidford On Avons finest ex marine personal trainer Ron Harris.

ECO have brought Ron on board to help with supporting our work from home staff with online fitness sessions to improve mind and body.

Ron talks us through his journey from the marines to civilian life as a personal trainer.

In this very special episode of Real Talk, Phil sat down with Bellator Athlete, Sunderland native and family man; Cal 'Pacino' Ellenor.

Covering his career to date, his start in boxing, school life, all the way through to his hopes for future success and claiming a bellator title.

"So much wisdom and passion from Cal, really enjoyed this one!"

In this episode, Phil caught up with Quality Administrator from our Boldon Office; Paul Binyon. Paul shares his love for music, his journey with ECO and his thoughts on The Beatles!

Episode 5, Phil had a chat with Recruitment Officer, Green Peace Campaigner and President of The Pineapple on Pizza Society, Jade Sharpe.

They chatted about her working with Greenpeace, joining ECO, Mental Health and how music helps her unwind and switch off from the day.

Episode 4, Phil chatted with Hollie Short, a proper Derbyshire girl, compliance manager, and dog mother! Catching up about Covid guidelines and how things differ in the North East vs South Yorkshire. Hollie shares her personal thoughts about dealing with lockdown and dealing with the Geordie accent!

In our third episode, I sat down with Nikki Welsh, head of HR, Hebburn Native, and an all-round good egg. Covid19 has defined 2020 and affected Nikki professionally as well as personally so we spoke about how she's dealt with the challenges and taken advantage of the opportunities it's presented.

In our second episode, Phil sat down with Emily Brand, another Sunderland native, marketing exec, and family girl. They chatted about Emilys career following her graduation from University studying Events Management, how she progressed through her career to date and her take on self development.