Training Business

Are you starting to get that burnt out feeling or do you constantly feel the weight of burnout in your professional life? If you are desperately seeking a cure you're in for a treat on this week's episode of the Training Business Podcast.

My guest this week is, Emily Ballesteros, owner of Burnout Management. Emily is not only a master of Industrial Organisational Psychology but also a corporate training expert.

She holds a master's degree in Industrial Organisational Psychology and is also about to launch a book titled "The Cure for Burnout" on February 13, 2024.

So, in today's episode, Emily is going to share tips from her book on how to combat burnout. She'll also be drawing from her successful career as a trainer in overcoming Burnout her and media features in The Wall Street Journal and Fox News.

Let's uncover the keys to conquering burnout together.

In this episode, you'll discover the following:

• Strategies to combat burnout
• How to position yourself for success
• The importance of setting boundaries

Ready to revolutionize your approach to burnout? Don't miss out on invaluable insights that will reshape your professional journey.

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🪨 Have you been feeling  like you are struggling to overcome challenges in your consultancy business? Well today we will be guiding you through the 10 common challenges faced by consulting firms, and how you can overcome them.

Do you have a defined niche for your business, or are you trying to be all things to all prospects?

This is just the beginning of a conversation that will uncover valuable insights into building a successful consulting business. 🔥

We'll cover the need for a clear engagement process, the power of setting clear pricing, and the impact of creating compelling case studies.

🧭 So, if you're looking to navigate the common challenges people with consulting firms face this episode is a must-listen. Let's make your business journey smoother and more successful.

Tune in and you'll discover the following:

🎓 The importance of defining a niche for your consulting business

🎓 Strategies for leveraging your natural network to tap into overlooked opportunities

🎓 How to drive business growth and credibility

Discover how to tackle common challenges head-on and propel your consulting business to new heights.

🎧 Subscribe now to the Training Business Podcast, and let's embark on this journey together. Your consulting business's success story awaits!

Success isn't a one-time event; it's a series of choices and actions. You've already succeeded every time you choose resilience over surrender.

So, challenge your mindset! Empower yourself to face life's challenges head-on in 2024.

Join me as I chat with renowned speaker, author, and thought leader, Paul McGee about the S.U.M.O philosophy. 🧠

Paul has a unique approach to personal development and is an expert in human behaviour and performance.

Often referred to as "The Sumo Guy", Paul is currently a visiting professor at the University of Chester in the UK.

He has authored 13 books on change, resilience and motivation, and collaborated with major clients such as Dyson, Manchester City Football Club, and Adidas. 📚

Today, we explore the pivotal moments that shaped Paul's trajectory from adversity to success. Follow in his footsteps and find success in moments where you feel like you have failed.

Tune in and you’ll learn the following, plus much more:

👊🏻 How you can manage setbacks in both your personal and professional life

👊🏻 Learn the importance of adapting and being flexible with your brand

👊🏻 Understand the significance of smart persistence and how to turn rejection into your opportunity for success

Don't miss out on the chance to gain valuable insights from Paul McGee's wealth of experience.

🔥 Tune in today. Discover how the S.U.M.O philosophy can transform your perspective and empower you to overcome challenges. Let's pave the way for personal and professional success.

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In past episodes we've touched on the transformative impact of improvisation skills on personal and professional development. But why would someone in coaching, facilitation, or training need these skills?  🤔

Join me as I speak with Kiva Murphy, actress and founder of Barcelona Improv Group.

Kiva stumbled into the world of improv through unconventional paths. Her journey, from bringing humour to hospitals and circuses to founding Barcelona Improv Group, has been shaped by the idea of opening doors and letting light into unexpected places. 😂

Now, Kiva not only delivers improv but teaches individuals and businesses the art of spontaneity.

Tune in today and you'll discover the following, plus MUCH MORE:

🎭 How the essence of "Yes, And" can help you build on ideas

🎭  Ways improv can help you to handle unexpected situations

🎭  The power improv can have in boosting your confidence to navigate challenges

According to Kiva, improv is not just about entertainment; it offers crucial skills for the business world. It teaches individuals to embrace risks, fostering a culture of creativity and resilience. Whether it's team building, presentation skills, or navigating unexpected situations, the applications of improv in the corporate landscape are vast. 🎓

Gain insights into how improv can transform not just your professional skills but also your approach to challenges.

Don't miss out on the chance to explore the world of improv and unlock your untapped potential. Tune in now and discover the joy and empowerment that improv can bring to your personal and professional life.

🗺️ Goal-mapping can help you turn your dreams into reality and create a sustainable blueprint for success. But how do you create an effective one?

My guest this week is Brian Mayne, a man of remarkable resilience and innovation who helps businesses and individuals through his 7-Step Goal-mapping plan.

Mayne's background is as fascinating as it is inspiring. Coming from the oldest circus family in the UK, he grew up in a traveling funfair environment.

Despite leaving school at 13 with no formal education and facing the challenges of dyslexia, Mayne's journey took a transformative turn. 💪🏻

From the lows of financial hardship to mastering the art of positive thinking and goal setting, his life is a testament to the power of resilience and personal development.

Mayne’s approach offers practical strategies for both personal growth and professional development, especially for entrepreneurs and independent professionals.

Brian's story is not just inspiring; it offers practical tools and insights that can change the way you approach your goals and challenges.

Tune in and you'll learn the following, plus much more:

🏆 The science of positive thinking and its impact on achieving your success

🏆 The importance of setting realistic and achievable goals for yourself

🏆 The concept of goal-mapping—a unique technique combining visual and verbal elements to activate the whole of your brain in goal-setting

Discover how to harness the power of positive thinking and effective goal-setting to transform your dreams into reality. Tune in now to learn from a master in turning life's obstacles into stepping stones for success. 🪜

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Have you ever wondered how high-pressure experiences can transform into invaluable life lessons? How do you embody the resilient meaning of adapting to life's challenges and turning them into opportunities for growth and self-discovery?

This week I'm speaking with Sarah Furness, a former Royal Air Force officer turned mindfulness coach and professional speaker.

Sarah's remarkable journey is not just about her transition from military life; it's a story of how she harnessed her unique experiences to carve out a new path in the world of business and personal development.

This episode delves into the unique transition from the battlefield to the boardroom, exploring how resilience, adaptability, and mindfulness can redefine your professional journey.

Tune in and you'll discover the following, plus MUCH MORE:

• The power of storytelling to connect with your audience
•  Insights into developing your resilience and maintaining composure in high-pressure situations.
•  How mindfulness is a career catalyst.

If you're looking for inspiration on how to pivot your career path or incorporate mindfulness into your professional life then tune in to discover how you can apply these lessons to your journey.

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Ever wondered how your personal finances impact your business as a self-employed consultant or trainer? Do you ever dream of financial freedom? Well, maybe that dream isn't so far out of reach!

In our latest episode of the Training Business Podcast, Xaviar Gray, founder of Tech and Flow Ventures, sheds light on the often-overlooked connection between personal finances and business success.

Xavier's journey started with a simple question: "What does it take to achieve the financial freedom enjoyed by those seemingly successful entrepreneurs?"

His insights are invaluable for anyone in a similar position.

Tune in and you'll learn the following, plus much more:

• Why treating your business as a replicatable model with store-of-value elements is crucial for long-term success.
•  Why investing in yourself is just the beginning.
•  The significance of building something beyond your own expertise that adds value to your business and can be sold or licensed.

Ready to take control of your financial future?

Don't miss out on the knowledge that can transform your approach to money, business, and long-term success!

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💭 What if strategy solutions could instead be clear, simple, bold, and even actually useful?

If you know the unique value you bring. How to articulate it. And have the confidence to attack it in a way that captures the imagination then you'll leave your competitors in the dust.

My guest this week is Alex M H Smith, Founder of Basic Arts which helps businesses realise total strategic clarity.

Alex is a published author of 'The No BullSh*t Strategy' and has spoken on the Ted X stage. 

📚 In 2015, he founded Basic Arts to help founders and CEOs get clear on their strategy and then execute it effortlessly across their whole business.

Tune in and you'll learn the following, plus much more:

🐂 The importance of strategy for Small Businesses

🐂 Top of the funnel strategy solutions you can use to gain more clients

🐂 Reasons you need a Diverse Value Curve

Everybody should be able to look at your website, at you, your offering, your business, and if you ask them, what do you think my strategy is? They should actually be able to give you a pretty accurate summary of it, purely by observing you.

So get ready to see your business in a totally new light, and effortlessly unlock insights you didn’t know you had in you. 

🎓 Tune in now and subscribe to get updates on future episodes.

Using games and acting in your training can create a safe space to help clients become more resilient and confidently tackle obstacles in their work. However, there is a fine line to getting the balance right in training sessions.

My guest this week on the Training Business podcast is Dr Audrey Tang.

Dr Audrey Tang is a Chartered Psychologist (British Psychological Society), and award-winning business author with a focus on practical tools for wellbeing.

She hosts podcast 'Retrain Your Brain for Success', and The Wellbeing Lounge on NLiveRadio (2nd place/Silver "Female Presenter of the Year 2022 & 2023 in the Community Radio Awards).

Audrey offers expert comment as a psychologist spokesperson both academically and through TV, Radio and published media in the fields of mindfulness, resilience, leadership and wellbeing.

As well as her workshops and coaching practice, she is a long-time advocate for boosting mental and emotional fitness within her community through CLICK Arts Foundation. The foundation offers opportunities to build confidence, boost self-value and learn new skills through shows and performing arts driven events.

Tune in and you'll learn the following, plus much more:

• The importance of building resilience in business
• How to use games and actors correctly in training
• How escape games can be useful in training

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🤗 What is neurodivergence strength? Well, by embracing neurodiversity you can unlock hidden talent, improve retention and creativity, and appreciate different perspectives.

This week I'm chatting with Jess Meredith, Chief Executive Officer and Co-founder of Differing Minds.

Jess works with Organisations, Education Settings, and Individuals to kickstart or accelerate neuro-inclusion strategies through engaging and effective training and consulting. 🧠

She is passionate about creating neuro-inclusive environments and is proud to have ADHD herself.

Jess knows first-hand what it is like to be neurodivergent and what strengths that can yield. And if you think neurodiversity doesn’t impact you, Jess is here to tell you, it does ‼️

Roughly 1 in 5 of us are in the neurominority so it’s all of our responsibilities to understand it and support others.

👉 Tune in today and you'll learn the following, plus MUCH MORE:

🧠 Why your cognitive diversity is a wonderful thing

🧠  The incredible strengths of ADHDers.

🧠  How you can change mindsets and help to create neuro-inclusive workplaces and societies

👂 Listen to the full episode today to discover why accepting different perspectives can make successful businesses and thriving societies. 🤝