Sparks

By Cegos UK | Cegos US

Sparks is an original Cegos UK & US podcast. In each episode of Sparks we speak to experts to help individuals, teams, leaders, and organisations ignite their professional and personal life.... more

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How many episodes does Sparks have?

The podcast currently has 67 episodes available.

Sparks episodes:

May 04, 2023 How to Spark Humour | Does Humour Belong in the Workplace?
Welcome back to Episode 7 of the Sparks podcast.
This week Jonna and Chris are joined by a special guest - our head of CommTech, Ross Hardy. They deliberate workplace humour, explore the art of joke telling, and address the crucial question, does humour play a significant role in the workplace environment?
We all like a laugh but should we be having one at work? This episode investigates the value of humour, the role of jokes in a presentation, and the importance of knowing how far is too far.
Discover how Interactive Workshops uses humour to establish stronger relationships and why jokes help them to see the bigger picture.
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// Brought to you by Interactive Workshops
https://interactiveworkshops.com/podcast/
// See what we do best
⁠www.interactiveworkshops.com⁠
// Want to spark something with us?
⁠[email protected]⁠
// Connect with us on LinkedIn
Chris: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislissaman/⁠
Jonna: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnasercombe/
...more
38min
April 27, 2023 How to Spark Your Goals | Do Goals Equal Success?
Welcome back to another Sparks podcast. In this week's episode Jonna and Chris discuss everything goal related and the questions that arise around setting goals.
The duo deliberate the importance of knowing how we work and how this can significantly impact the ability to achieve goals. Discover how to measure goals in terms of achievement and delve in to the connection between goals and success.
Eager to learn how setting and achieving goals can empower you to strive towards success? This is the episode for you.
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// Brought to you by Interactive Workshops
https://interactiveworkshops.com/podcast/
// See what we do best
⁠www.interactiveworkshops.com⁠
// Want to spark something with us?
⁠[email protected]⁠
// Connect with us on LinkedIn
Chris: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislissaman/⁠
Jonna: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnasercombe/
...more
25min
April 20, 2023 How to Spark Culture | Avoid Toxicity at Work and Inspire Others
Today Jonna and Chris are taking a deep dive into the world of work culture.
Does it exist? What makes it good or bad? Jonna and Chris leave no stone unturned.
They also provide practical strategies for individuals to make positive changes in their workplace culture, giving listeners the tools to spark a cultural revolution.
So if you're ready to take your work culture to the next level and create a dynamic and inspiring environment, tune in to Sparks Episode 5 now! Don’t miss it!
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// Brought to you by Interactive Workshops
https://interactiveworkshops.com/podcast/
// See what we do best
⁠www.interactiveworkshops.com⁠
// Want to spark something with us?
⁠[email protected]⁠
// Connect with us on LinkedIn
Chris: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislissaman/⁠
Jonna: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnasercombe/
...more
34min
April 13, 2023 How to Spark Productivity | Be More Productive and Get Home on Time
Welcome to Sparks, the podcast that ignites life at work and at home. Join Jonna Sercombe, CEO of Interactive Workshops, and Chris Lissaman as they discuss the 4-day week, the power of relationships, and the importance of going home on time. With examples from Jonna’s book "The Agile Secret", and insights from their work as members of a high-performing team, they provide practical tips to level up productivity. Whether you're a professional, entrepreneur, or just looking to boost productivity, this episode is a must-listen. Subscribe, like, and share to join the Sparks community and supercharge your productivity journey. Let's ignite productivity together!
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// Brought to you by Interactive Workshops
https://interactiveworkshops.com/podcast/
//The Agile Secret: Lead A Revolution
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Agile-Secret-Lead-Revolution/dp/0244434506/
// Read Jonna's blog based on The Agile Secret here:
https://interactiveworkshops.com/sort-it-yourself-please/
// See what we do best
⁠www.interactiveworkshops.com⁠
// Want to spark something with us?
⁠[email protected]⁠
// Connect with us on LinkedIn
Chris: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislissaman/⁠
Jonna: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnasercombe/
...more
37min
April 06, 2023 How To Spark an Early Career | The Hallmarks of an Effective Start to Working Life
Welcome back to Sparks. In this episode, Chris and Jonna are joined by Emily Link, a Director at Interactive Workshops. Together, they delve into their own experiences in their early careers and Interactive Workshops’ work building early careers programmes for major industry players.
Explore with them the challenges and opportunities that young professionals face when starting their careers both as an employer and an employee.
If starting a new job is on the horizon - discover how to stand out and impress, as well how to avoid common mistakes.
If it's a new round of hiring that's about to begin - learn how to cultivate a work atmosphere that nurtures, motivates, and retains early career employees.
Whether starting a career or running an early careers programme, tune in to discover how to ignite the spark of potential.
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// Brought to you by Interactive Workshops
https://interactiveworkshops.com/podcast/
// See what we do best
⁠www.interactiveworkshops.com⁠
// Want to spark something with us?
⁠[email protected]⁠
// Connect with us on LinkedIn
Chris: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislissaman/⁠
Jonna: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnasercombe/
...more
31min
March 30, 2023 How to Spark Sales | Improve your Selling Mindset and Approach
Welcome back to Sparks. In this episode, Chris and Jonna focus on one of the most critical aspects of business success: sales.
Jonna shares his personal experience of how he ended up in Sales Enablement, and the duo dive into different strategies for achieving better sales results. They hone in on the importance of data, targets, and metrics in the sales process, and how organisations can measure success.
Chris and Jonna also discuss how to lead a sales team to success and the key qualities needed to be an effective salesperson.
Whether you're a business owner, salesperson, or just interested in the art of selling, this episode of Sparks has something for the seller in you. Tune in to discover how to ignite sales potential and take commercial results to the next level.
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// Brought to you by Interactive Workshops
// See what we do best
www.interactiveworkshops.com
// Want to spark something with us?
[email protected]
// Connect with us on LinkedIn
Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislissaman/
Jonna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnasercombe/
...more
32min
March 27, 2023 How to Spark Motivation | Increase your Motivation and Inspire it in Others
Welcome to Episode 1 of Sparks. In this episode, Chris and Jonna discuss a topic that is vital for achieving success in both personal and professional life: motivation.
The discussion covers intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, the possibility of faking motivation, and the secret behind Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Theory. Discover how to identify core motivators and use them to drive towards your goals. Gain valuable insights and strategies on how to overcome procrastination and stay motivated for the long haul.
Tune in to Sparks Episode 1: How to Spark Motivation and ignite your potential.
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// Brought to you by Interactive Workshops
// See what we do best
www.interactiveworkshops.com
// Want to spark something with us?
[email protected]
// Connect with us on LinkedIn
Chris: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrislissaman/
Jonna: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonnasercombe/
...more
29min

FAQs about Sparks:

How many episodes does Sparks have?

The podcast currently has 67 episodes available.