Talking not Ranting

In this episode Greg and Allister talk about how we win that award, job or opportunity. Do you do so in a manner so we can all work together the next day? Have you had to deal with someone who won something and is now so hard to work with? And how do companies look at or deal with winning?

Who are you talking to?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this episode Greg and Allister have one of their best conversations of this series about their experiences when either they or someone else are crunchie and how that affects the conversation. How do you handle it when you are not your best in a conversation? And what about when someone doesn’t show up at their best.

Who are you talking to?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield

In this episode Greg Smith and Allister Field discuss the use of "going for a Coffee" to have discussions in the workplace. Even though Allister doesn't like coffee this is a good conversation about the ups and downs of taking the talk out of the office. This episode really sets out the differing work histories of our hosts.

Who are you talking to?

Where are you talking?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this episode Greg and Allister run through a list of phrases that we sometimes rely upon in conversations with those we work with. They discuss the impact of being vague and sometimes insensitive to the situation. Do you use catch phrases as an easy way to deal with situations? Have you been the recipient to some of those phrases?

origin story of the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rosA-touPI

Who are you talking to?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this episode Greg and Allister each bring up a topic off the top of their heads. Great conversation came about how we cope at work and how we approach work or volunteer opportunities when we perhaps have some hang ups with the situation and some of the people involved.

Who are you talking to?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this episode Greg and Allister discuss giving advice. Who do you seek out? How do you give advice? Are you the right person to give advice?

This is a great practical discussion on advice giving and receiving.

Who are you talking to?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

Join Greg Smith and Allister Field as they discuss the role of tension in the workplace and what we take away or contribute to that. Who are you talking to in order to deal with any of your concerns that are causing you tension? How can you help those around you who are dealing with tension?

Who are you talking to?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

After a brief break so Greg could go on holidays the crew are back at it. Join Greg and Allister as they discuss being and dealing with difficult people. Never happens right!

Have you had to deal with difficult people?

Have you been one of them?

Who are you talking to?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this summer episode Greg Smith and Allister Field talk about what is going on in their lives professionally and personally. As well our duo talk about how their podcast productions have grown touching on multiple genres. For all our new listeners this will give you some insight into the genesis and philosophy behind the TNR Creative Space stewarded by our hosts.

Who are you talking to?

Greg's Book:

In Search of Safe Brave Spaces (Can be located on Amazon)

Allister's new Fictional Styling: the Spy's Veneer.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/73lOOycCNaUJ4Y45ygtLKq?si=bMzosS83Sj6nva41UmLU4A

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/

In this episode our hosts, Greg and Allister, talk about their thoughts, experiences and questions around "Trust." What are you thoughts around what Trust is and what are your experiences around receiving and loosing trust? This is probably our hosts most insightful discussions of this podcast series.

Who are you talking to?

https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-smith-he-him-a8774410/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisterfield/