Blocktalk - the podcast for UK Property Management Professionals
120 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago -Blocktalk is the podcast about the property management industry, for the property management industry. Our aim is that the Blocktalk podcast offers listeners some useful insight into a variety of views, opinions, thoughts, and foresight from our guests who include business leaders and property management industry experts.The podcast is hosted by Brian Welsh, MD of CPL Software, and sister brands Blockworx and INSPCT. Brian has a wealth of knowledge and expertise having worked in the industry for over 30 years. He is also a certified Clifton Strengths Coach. You can connect with Brian at www.brianwelsh.co.uk Blocktalk is produced by the same team as: CPL Software - https://cplsoftware.com/ Blockworx - www.blockworx.co.uk INSPCT - www.inspct.co.uk
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#19 with Jacqueline Borthwick, Financial Programmes Director, James Gibb Residential
March 01, 2022 10:39 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBWelcome to the nineteenth episode of the Blocktalk podcast. It’s International Women’s Day on March 8th, so we're kicking off this month speaking to women in Property Management. This week we're talking to Jacqueline Borthwick, Finance Programmes Director at James Gibb Residential Factors. Jacqueline is a member of the PMAS Board, and is a Chartered Management Accountant. She studied Architecture at the University of Strathclyde and she has worked in the industry for 14 years. We hope you...
#18 CPL News Chat with Brian, Crawford and Jaxx
February 15, 2022 14:17 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBIn this episode of the Blocktalk podcast, we're changing it up a little, as we have Brian, Crawford and Jaxx chatting about what's happening in the world of CPL Software, Blockworx and INSPCT. This is a great episode for clients who want to know about developments, team news, webinars, and other useful information for you and your team. About the Blocktalk podcast The Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property management industry. It is produc...
#17 with David Reid, James Gibb Residential Factors
February 08, 2022 12:34 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBWelcome to another edition of the Blocktalk podcast. This week we're chatting to David Reid, who is currently Deputy Chief Executive of James Gibb Residential Factors, transitioning to CEO in April 2022. David has been in the industry since 1999 and he started his own company – Life Property Management in 2003. which was the fastest organically grown property management in the history of Scottish factoring. Now, David tells us, James Gibb is the fastest organic and manufactured growth comp...
#16 with Grace Taylor, Director Incorporate Massage
January 25, 2022 15:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MBThanks for joining us for another episode of the Blocktalk podcast. This week, it's the final episode in our Health and Wellbeing series and we’re chatting to someone who’s been a regular visitor to our office for some time now. Grace Taylor is the founder and Director of Incorporate Massage. Grace has been bringing the wonders and benefits of massage to our office as her business offers people the chance to relax and take time out of their busy work schedule. I booked Grace to come into...
#15 with Gavin Percy, Balancing Edges
January 20, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBWelcome to another Blocktalk Podcast and the third episode in our Health and Wellbeing series. Last week we caught up with Malcolm Perryman, Commercial Manager at the Institute of Residential Property Managers about poor mental health in the property management industry. This week, we speak to someone who is able to help manage our mental health. In this episode, we are joined by a qualified mental health First Aid Trainer to help you manage your mind in 2022. Gavin Percy, is a trainer and ...
#14 with Malcolm Perryman, IRPM
January 13, 2022 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBIn this episode of the Blocktalk podcast we chat to Malcolm Perryman, Commerical Manager at IRPM. Malcolm was instrumental in leading the research into mental health in the property management sector and the subsequent publication of their in-depth Industry Wellbeing Survey Report in 2021 alongside ARMA. Malcolm has been with the IRPM for almost two years now and prior to this was an Affinity and Sponsorship Manager at the RICS. This episode provides some very useful insight into mental ...
#13 with Ross Park, The FLY Project
January 11, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBWe kick off the Blocktalk podcast in 2022 with our Health and Wellbeing series. In this first episode, we have an influential and knowledgeable coach and business owner to share his expertise and help motivate you to improve your health and fitness in 2022. Ross Park is owner of The FLY Project gym in Glasgow. Ross has over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry and is the brains behind the FLY Project’s unique programming. Over the years Ross has organised several, high-profile ...
#12 with Brian Welsh, CPL Software
January 04, 2022 10:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBWelcome to the first Blocktalk podcast of 2022, and for this episode it’s me Jaxx Bruce who will be hosting this special episode. We’d like to thank all of our guests and listeners who joined us in 2021 and before we kick off our health and wellness series, we’re catching up with our MD Brian Welsh. Brian is MD of CPL Software, Blockworx and INSPCT and is the Chairman of another software company Insight Legal. Brian is a certified Gallup Strengths coach and he is the usual host of the Bloc...
#11 with David Doran, Hacking and Paterson Management Services
December 07, 2021 10:50 - 40 minutes - 28 MBWelcome to the eleventh episode of the Blocktalk podcast with David Doran, MD of Hacking and Paterson Management Services. In this episode we talk to David about his time in the industry and in particular the unusual start to his position as MD with the business. David talks about sustainability within the industry, the challenges and solutions that might be needed and he also talks about what he thinks the future of property factoring looks like over the next five to ten years. About th...
#10 with Oliver Hill, Hill Coaching Company
November 30, 2021 13:18 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MBWelcome to the Blocktalk podcast with Oliver Hill, Coach at Hill Coaching Company. In this episode, Oliver shares his favourite books for leaders and for motivation. He also talks about business coaching and the benefits of it. About the Blocktalk podcast The Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property management industry. It is produced by CPL Software Ltd, who are software partners to the industry. Follow the producers of the Blocktalk Podcas...
#9 with Crawford Burns, CPL Software
November 18, 2021 13:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBWelcome to the ninth Blocktalk episode with our very own Crawford Burns, Commercial Manager at CPL Software. Crawford talks about his time at CPL, what he has learned and shares his love for Munro bagging! This episode was recorded in September. About the Blocktalk podcast The Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property management industry. It is produced by CPL Software Ltd, who are software partners to the industry. Follow the producers of...
#8 with Lorraine MacDonald, Speirs Gumley
November 16, 2021 14:02 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBWelcome to Episode 8 of the Blocktalk podcast. In this episode we chat to Lorraine MacDonald, owner at Speirs Gumley. Lorraine has worked in the property management industry for 42 years, and is one of the few women in the industry to take ownership of the business she worked for. She took over at Speirs Gumley in 2013 and has shaped the business it is today. Listen to Lorraine talk to us about her time in the industry, what the challenges are in the industry and what she believes is the...
#7 with Derek MacDonald, Newton Property Management
November 04, 2021 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBWelcome to the Blocktalk Podcast - the podcast for the property management industry. In this episode, we chat with Derek MacDonald, Joint Managing Director at Newton Property Management. Derek has been a pioneer of EV charging in Scotland, working with partners to deliver charging points throughout their portfolio. Derek chats about the work they are doing there and what he thinks the future holds for property management and the route to sustainability. About the Blocktalk podcast The B...
#6 with Will McIlmoyle, CPL Software
November 02, 2021 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBWelcome to episode 6 of the Blocktalk podcast with our very own, Will McIlmoye, IT Director at CPL Software. In this episode Will talks about the future for the digital world in property management, what he's learned during the 10+ years with the business and what he would do if he ruled the world for a day. About the Blocktalk podcast The Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property management industry. It is produced by CPL Software Ltd, who are ...
#5 with Chris Reeve, Reeve Social Media
October 12, 2021 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBWelcome to the fifth Blocktalk Podcast with guest Chris Reeve, MD OF Reeve Social Media. In this episode, Chris chats to Brian about how to handle negativity and complaints on social and he gives some ideas on how to engage your followers. About the Blocktalk podcast The Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property management industry. It is produced by CPL Software Ltd, who are software partners to the industry. Follow the producers of the Bloc...
#4 with Christian Bruce (Part 2), Redpath Bruce
September 28, 2021 16:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBWelcome to Episode 4 of the Blocktalk podcast. This is the second part of a two-part episode with Christian Bruce, Partner at Redpath Bruce. In this episode, Christian talks to us about the Better Lives Programme, his most interesting project to date, and he answers our 3 quirky questions. We hope you enjoy the episode. About the Blocktalk podcast The Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property management industry. It is produced by CPL Software L...
#3 with Christian Bruce (Part 1), Redpath Bruce
September 28, 2021 16:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBIn the first of this two-part podcast episode, we speak to Christian Bruce, Partner at Redpath Bruce. Christian had a lot to say and we enjoyed chatting to him. In this first part Christian talks about his experience of the pandemic, striking a work/life balance, and what he looks for in the ideal Redpath Bruce person. So enjoy Part 1 and look out for Part 2 next! About the Blocktalk podcast The Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property managem...
#2 with James Groves, Indigo Swan
September 28, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBIn this episode Brian chats to James Grove, MD of Indigo Swan. James talks to us about his experiences within the property management industry as an energy broker, about the importance of sustainability and he tells us what he'd do if he ruled the world for a day. About the Blocktalk podcast The Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property management industry. It is produced by CPL Software Ltd, who are software partners to the industry. Follow t...
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September 28, 2021 09:49 - 35 seconds - 546 KBWhy listen to Blocktalk short clip. About the Blocktalk podcast The Blocktalk podcast is a podcast about the property management industry for the property management industry. It is produced by CPL Software Ltd, who are software partners to the industry. Follow the producers of the Blocktalk Podcast, CPL Software on LinkedIn
#1 with Dr Nigel Glen, ARMA
September 23, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBIn this episode, Brian Welsh, (MD CPL Software, Blockworx, INSPCT), speaks to Dr. Nigel Glen, CEO of ARMA (Association of Residential Property Managers). Nigel tells us about his role as CEO, his short time at the World Wildlife Fund for Nature, and he tells us what he would do if he was in charge of the world for a day. This is a quick 22-minute chat and we hope you enjoy it! Have questions? Please email us [email protected] and we'll get back to you. About the Blocktalk podca...