Wot the Book!

We are joined today by the incredibly talented Simon Shepard. Simon is often described as a nuisance. He has worked at Lord’s cricket ground for the past 30 years, firstly as a physiotherapist, and for the past two decades as head of player health, wellbeing and sports science for Middlesex CCC and MCC.  

Alongside his work in sport, he has delivered coaching and training to organisations that consider their people to be a valued asset.  He spends a considerable amount of time working with NHS staff, where his message is clear – the carers of today need to look after themselves if they are not to become the patients of tomorrow. 

He recently published The Battle for Balance, and as for the ‘nuisance’ bit, whilst he sometimes does get under peoples’ skin, more than anything his ideal day is to help you understand yourself better and ultimately allow you to get under yours!

For more information on Simon, connect with him on Linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-shepard-a9868a16/

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This weeks guest author is the brilliant Chris Hirst, Author of the equally brilliant No Bullsh*t Leadership; why the world needs more everyday leaders and why that leader is you.

Chris, is a change agent, widely recognized as an innovative and inspirational leader. After a decade in CEO positions he has a proven track record of leading transformation. He is currently Global CEO of Havas Creative – a multi-disciplinary marketing services group.
 
Today he joins us to discuss his career, his time at Harvard university where he developed his now-proven approach to leadership and his love of reading for escapism!

For more information on Chris, follow  @chrishirst_leadership or visit www.nobullshitleadership.com 

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Join us on this weeks show where I speak to our very own Leanne Hamley, author of the fantastic book The Golden Thread. 

Leanne's first adventure into the publishing world is definitely not one to be missed, she discusses the roots of where her passion for great organisational cultures comes from, her top tips for anyone navigating cultures within the new landscape of leadership and her top reads, plus we have a cameo from her beautiful puppy Ronnie!

For more information on Leanne visit @culturecreato.co.uk @leanne-hamley-46620a9 or visit https://www.culturecreator.co.uk/

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We are joined by the incredibly talented Perry Timms this week, Author of The Energized Workplace. Perry is the founder and Chief Energy Officer of PTHR - a micro but global consultancy, setting out to create better business for a better world. He is an international and 2x TEDx speaker and award-winning writer on the future of work, HR & learning. 

 Today he joins us to discuss his second book The Energized Workplace, a book that not only takes you through the history of organisational development it also taps into new ways of creating organisations where people flourish. It pushes the boundaries of what should be considered and the value that would bring to the organisation and the employee. 
 
For more information on Perry visit www.pthr.co.uk

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This weeks guest author is the phenomenally talented David Price, OBE, Global thought leader, futurist and author.

Today he joins us to discuss his second book The Power Of Us, an unashamed celebration of ingenuity around the world. The product of three years of research, interviewing organisations and leaders from Fortune 500 companies, innovative NGOs and education innovators, David has put together a unique how-to guide for organisational leaders. 

For more information on David visit www.davidpriceobe.com 

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We are joined on this week's episode by Jonas Altman, entrepreneur and author of Shapers; reinvent the way you work and change the future.

Jonas is a speaker, writer, and entrepreneur on a mission to make the world of work more human. He is the founder of design practice Social Fabric and his chronicles have appeared in The Guardian, Quartz, and The Sunday Times.

For more information on Jonas visit www.jonasaltman.com or follow him on Instagram @jonasaltman

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This weeks guest author is the fascinating Gavin Oattes, author of Life will see you now; quit waiting for the light at the end of the tunnel and light that f🔥cker up for yourself. 

An incredibly uplifting and inspiring personal development book to help you live your very best life!

Gavin is an award winning comedian turned entrepreneur and international keynote speaker.

A slightly longer podcast than usual but we assure you its worth it, Gavin has so much passion and enthusiasm for his work, you will love every second!

For more information on Gavin visit www.gavinoattes.com or follow him on Instagram @gavoattes

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Joining us this week is the fabulous Bec Evans, author of How to Have a Happy Hustle; The complete guide to making your ideas happen. The book won  the Startup Inspiration category at the 2020 Business Book Awards. It was selected for The Financial Times books of the month and has been featured in Red Magazine, The RSA and on The Lean Startup Podcast. 

Bec is also Co-founder of Prolifiko a coaching platform for writers.

Bec's enthusiasm for start ups, innovation and creativity is so inspiring, reading this book is sure to light a fire inside of you no matter where you are on your entrepreneurial journey.

For more information on Bec follow her on Instagram or Twitter @eva_bec @beprolifiko

Or LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/in/becevans/

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Joining us on this weeks episode is the fabulous Patrick Dunne, author of Boards, a practical perspective.

We talk to Patrick about his career journey, his thoughts on how some boards have thrived whilst some have dived during the pandemic and his amazing way of learning through books using his Fact's, Interpretations and Anchors model!

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This week we are joined by the wonderfully, creative Cara Holland, founder of Graphic Change, trainer and author of best selling book Draw a Better Business, Cara has been working visually with companies as varied as the NHS and Google since 2006. To meet the growing demand for visual thinking skills she also co-founded the Graphic Change Academy which teaches people to draw more at work. The Academy has trained participants from 88 countries to date.

Cara's passion for visual communication is so powerful, if the thought of putting pen to paper and drawing fills you with dread then this one is for you! 

For more information on Cara follow her on instagram @graphicchange

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