The Active Listener

The Active Listener

By MarkJulian Woods-NunnEducationSelf-Improvement
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The Active Listener episodes

  • The £56 Billion Opportunity: Invest in Your Team's Mental Wealth

    In 2020/21, poor mental health cost UK businesses a staggering £56 billion in lost productivity. But this crisis also represents a massive opportunity.
    By prioritizing your employees' psychological safety and mental wealth, you'll unlock tremendous returns - from reduced absenteeism and presenteeism, to higher engagement, retention and performance.
    This video dives into why mental health is the top driver of long-term sickness absence and how investing in proactive strategies yields £5.30 for every £1 spent.
    Discover:
    🔍 The harsh realities plaguing UK offices: burnout, leavism, and sickness rates at 10-year highs
    💡 Actionable steps to create a culture of trust where employees feel safe bringing their whole selves to work
    👥 The "My Whole Self" campaign empowering workplace vulnerability and open identities
    From developing robust mental health policies and training managers, to embracing annual awareness initiatives - we'll share proven practices to support your team's mental wealth.
    Your people are your biggest competitive advantage. It's time to tap into their full potential by prioritizing psychological health. Watch now!
    www.promotementalhealth.com
    https://mhfaengland.org/mhfa-centre/campaigns/my-whole-self-2024/

    10 min
  • Understanding Suicide: A Discussion with Health Psychologist Claire Harris

    ⚠️ WARNING: This episode includes discussions of suicide. Please prioritize your well-being. Additional support is available from Samaritans at 116 123 or Papyrus at 0800 068 4141.
    Join me in this vital episode with Health Psychologist Claire Harris to delve into the complex issue of suicide.
    Suicide remains a taboo subject, yet it stands as the leading cause of death for individuals under 35 in the UK. Over 6,000 lives are lost to suicide annually across the UK, with numerous more attempted cases. On average, this translates to 18 suicides a day, and a staggering 1 in 5 individuals experience suicidal thoughts.
    Every year on 10th September, World Suicide Prevention Day aims to spotlight this issue, break down stigma, and enhance awareness, advocating a unified message that suicides are preventable (World Health Organization).
    Claire Harris, Founder and Lead Trainer at Promote Mental Health, specializes in mental health training and consultancy, encompassing Mental Health First Aid, stress management, resilience, work-life balance, and self-care. With over two decades of experience in mental health research for the University of Cambridge, NHS, and local authorities, Claire is a Chartered Health Psychologist dedicated to mental health advocacy.
    For support see:
    Staying Safe from suicidal thoughts https://stayingsafe.net/home
    Andy's Man Club (Peterborough, Cambridge and Huntingdon). This is a men’s suicide prevention charity with free peer to peer support.
    Samaritans – 116 123 there 24/7 365 days a year
    Papyrus 0800 068 4141 Prevention of Young Suicides
    Text 85258 SHOUT
    111 Option 2 First response team and referral to the Sanctuary at Mind.
    Training by Promote Mental Health [email protected]
    www.promotementalhealth.com
    STOP Suicide Workshop by Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and South Lincolnshire Mind https://www.cpslmind.org.uk/courses/stop-suicide-workshop/
    🔍 Keywords:
    Suicide Prevention, Mental Health Awareness, Support Resources, Suicide Prevention Day, Health Psychology, Mental Health Training
    🔖 Tags:
    #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #SupportResources #HealthPsychology #StopSuicide #WorldSuicidePreventionDay
    🔊 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: https://anchor.fm/theactivelistener
    🌐 Explore more insights at: https://mulberrytreecoaching.com
    👍 Like, Share, and Subscribe for enriching conversations and valuable insights.

    21 min
  • Cultural Awareness & The Importance Of Clear Communication.

    Discover the significance of cultural awareness and effective communication skills in the global workplace with Yasmin Hanspall, owner of Joy Of Communication.
    In today's globalized world, understanding diverse cultures and fostering clear communication is paramount. Yasmin sheds light on strategies that enhance cultural sensitivity and promote effective communication in multinational work environments.
    Join us to explore how cultural awareness and refined communication skills contribute to thriving global workplaces.
    Reach out to Yasmin for a free consultation via her website below.
    🔍 Keywords:
    Global Workplace, Cultural Awareness, Effective Communication, Multicultural Environments, Cross-Cultural Communication, Workplace Diversity
    🔖 Tags:
    #GlobalWorkplace #CulturalAwareness #EffectiveCommunication #MulticulturalEnvironments #CrossCulturalCommunication #WorkplaceDiversity
    🌐 Explore more insights at: https://joyofcommunication.co.uk and Instagram - joyofcommunication
    👍 Like, Share, and Subscribe for enriching conversations and valuable insights.
    https://mulberrytreecoaching.com

    14 min
  • Empowered Perspectives: Exploring Coaching with Jackie

    Join us for a compelling conversation with Jackie, a former coachee of mine, as we delve into the realm of professional coaching and personal development.

    In this insightful discussion, Jackie shares her perspectives on coaching, illuminating what coaching truly entails and dispelling misconceptions. Discover what to expect from a coaching journey, the transformative potential it holds, and the empowerment it can bring to your life.
    Gain firsthand insights into the world of coaching from a client's viewpoint and learn how embracing coaching might benefit and empower you in your personal and professional endeavors.
    🔍 Keywords:
    Professional Coaching, Personal Development, Client Perspective, Coaching Benefits, Empowerment, Transformative Coaching
    🔖 Tags:
    #ProfessionalCoaching #PersonalDevelopment #ClientPerspective #CoachingBenefits #Empowerment #TransformativeCoaching
    🌐 Explore more insights at: https://mulberrytreecoaching.com
    👍 Like, Share, and Subscribe for enlightening discussions and empowering insights.

    24 min
  • Navigating Change - A Coach's Perspective

    Change is one of the guaranteed constants in life. Executive coaches Agnes, Lucy and Sarah candidly share how they personally navigate change as well as provide insight as to how they support others to do the same.

    www.mulberrytreecoaching.com

    36 min
  • Courage to Fail - a pathway to success

    Do you struggle with the crushing feelings of shame or anger when you fail at something? As a Global Head of Health Safety and Wellbeing, Maria Anderson is no stranger to assessing risk. She is more than aware of the life and death impact failure can make.

    Whilst there are areas that failure truly is not an option, Maria suggests that within the right context, we can view failure as an opportunity, to learn, to grow and an achieve greater things. It isn't a matter of cliché, more one of fact, but it takes courage.
    As Brené Brown stated, "Failure can become our most powerful path to learning if we're willing to choose courage over comfort."

    43 min

About The Active Listener

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As a professional coach, Mark values active listening, understanding that everyone has something fascinating to share. In this podcast, Mark engages in conversations with individuals from diverse backgrounds.