SUGTalks

In this week’s episode of SUGTalks, we discuss the power of ‘Positive Self Talk’. Including how we all have the power to influence our mental wellbeing by adjusting how we think about ourselves, our surroundings and our wider outlook. To discuss this issue, we are joined by Simon Nichols, Founder of Thrive, and Alex Crow from Stress Boffin. 

With two-thirds of organisations reporting concerns about an SAP skills shortage, our latest podcast discusses what’s creating the problem and the strategies organisations are employing to tackle it. Craig Dale from UKISUG is joined by Vincent Dunlop, Co-Founder of bluewaveSELECT; Fiona Warburg, SAP CC Solutions Hub Lead at Welsh Water; and Lindsey Rowe, Head of Strategic Programmes & Purpose at SAP, to discuss these issues.

Join Matthew, Jeremy and Craig as they discuss why these are not IT projects and how you can set you and your business up for a successful transformation. Understand why technology is the easy part, the importance of people; trust; transparency and strategy execution, along with the attraction of Staithes, Brighton and Cornwall.

Learn how your local SAP User Group is a platform for the whole SAP community, supporting you by making your job easier, helping you build important relationships and amplifying your needs and opinions. Join Hans, Mario and Craig as they discuss why givers always receive more, how you can have your voice heard, grow in a community of likeminded people and organisations, and what German bakeries and Whitby fish and chip shops have in common. 

Ever wondered about your circadian rhythm? Or the Nubian Goat Society? Or perhaps what they have to do with the world of SAP? Learn how you can light a fire in your belly, find a sense of belonging and fuel your personal growth as Maria, Martin and Craig discuss the importance of community and the value you can gain by volunteering. 

Join Beth, Simon and Craig as they discuss the contrasting feelings we may have about the easing of restrictions and return to some form of normality. Learn how the way we think affects the way we feel and a whole new world of hugging etiquette. 

Throughout the pandemic it feels like the events industry was forgotten - and as we make tentative steps back out into the light, we are seeing positive signs within an industry decimated by the impact of the virus. Join Donna, Jo and Craig as they share their insights from the perspective of venue, management and organisation on the positive signs from the UK pilot events, what the future of events will look like and the safeguards in place to ensure a positive and safe experience for every attendee. 

As the world emerges from the pandemic - volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) conditions will prevail. All driven by weakened economies, social change, climate change, trade wars, increasing regulation and digital disruption. Join Philip, Simon and Craig as they discuss karaoke, being courageous and the jobs that need to be done to ensure you are ready for tomorrow’s world. 

The fragility of our mental health and positivity has been brought to the fore through the pandemic over the past year and we have all faced challenging circumstances, which affects each of us in different ways. How can you maintain a stable mental wellbeing when it seems the weight of the world is on your shoulders?

Find your answers in this fascinating discussion with our three expert guests as they share strategies to help you deal with pressure and reduce the impact that stress has on your life. 

Today’s Guests:

Simon Nichols, Founder and Wellbeing Director of Thrive

Sophie Bennett, Motivational Speaker

Matt Champion, Search Inside Yourself Teacher & Mindfulness Ambassador, SAP Global Mindfulness Practice


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Join us as we discuss the thorny subject of third-party maintenance with Jon Gill of SAP. With some organisations seemingly doing well out of it, it would seem it has its place in the market, but what is that place and when should you avoid it? 

Learn about the risks, value proposition, impact to your business and why Jon would be Spiderman, given the chance. 

 
Today’s Guest: 

Jon Gill, Director of Maintenance Go to Market UK & I (EMEA) at SAP


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