Life Beyond The Numbers
218 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingAre you curious about having a more fulfilling work-life? Do you believe in putting people first and in purpose; not profit at any cost? If so, this podcast is for you. We place a lens on the human side of work-life.
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On Purpose - Phil Brown
July 13, 2024 06:30 - 52 minutes - 35.5 MB"It's doing it on purpose, and knowing you can do it on purpose; that's what's really important when it comes to negotiations." Phil Brown Phil Brown and I delve into the nuances of negotiation. Phil emphasises the significance of human interaction, confidence-building, and specific skills such as active listening, questioning, and observation. He shares insights on purposeful negotiations versus everyday interactions, the importance of practical experience in building negotiation skill...
Human Dynamics - Tasneem Virani
July 06, 2024 06:29 - 50 minutes - 33.6 MB"So even in that dynamic of a relationship, how can I have a growth mindset and see my mother or father in the way they are now? How can I have conversations that may have triggered me in the past? But now I know I'm an adult, not that child reacting, to build my parent in the future. It's the same with organizations. It's the human dynamics." Tasneem Virani Tasneem Virani and I speak about the critical need for maintaining human connection in an increasingly AI-dominated world advocatin...
Top 10 of 10k
June 29, 2024 06:30 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBThe podcast reached a milestone of 10,000 downloads during the month of June. It has been listened to in 80+ countries and of those 10 what are the top 10 by downloads? And do those top 10 have a central theme to them? I was delighted to find that yes, of course they did. Many of the guests that I speak to talk about aspects of their work-life journeys and graciously share with us how they navigated pivotal turning points, how they discovered their true self and ultimately how they ...
#179 Compassion - A Solo Episode
June 22, 2024 06:30 - 28 minutes - 23.8 MBIn this episode I explore the concept of compassion and self-compassion. I unpack what compassion is and why it’s crucial in our lives, the incredible benefits of self-compassion for both mental and physical health and cover some ways you can begin to cultivate compassion for yourself and others. Special insights from the work of Kristin Neff and David Whyte as well as some books enrich the examination of compassion, shedding light on how self-awareness and compassion go hand-in-hand. ...
#178 A Metaphor For Our Lives - Alison Smith
June 15, 2024 06:29 - 48 minutes - 32.4 MB"I then realised that if gardening can be a metaphor for supplier management, nature's landscapes could be a metaphor for our lives." Alison Smith Alison Smith and I discuss her unique approach as a facilitator, coach, and author, of using nature and its landscapes as powerful metaphors to bridge understanding in business and life. Over a 24-year journey, Alison has developed various techniques, including drawing, walking, and storytelling metaphors, to help individuals gain insights whi...
#177 Sleep - Dan White
June 08, 2024 06:28 - 48 minutes - 36 MB"There's four key components that I focus on in my work and my programs. The environment [ ]. There's behaviour. You would be shocked if I told you that almost every single thing that we do from the moment we wake up until the moment we go to bed, is an amalgamation of the quality later that night of how we sleep." Dan White Dan White and I discuss the critical role of sleep in our daily lives. He outlines four key components - environment, behaviour, psychology, and culture - that influ...
#176 Trust - Kevin Chevis
June 01, 2024 06:30 - 50 minutes - 36.7 MB"The one thing ..... there's so many. I would probably say, as a reaction to your question, trust yourself and other people." Kevin Chevis Kevin Chevis shares valuable insights from his extensive career in a variety of leadership roles, highlighting his diverse experiences, including with mergers, acquisitions, and navigating financial challenges. He discusses the significant shift he experienced from merely selling products, like speed cameras, to engaging in initiatives that make the w...
#175 Book Launch - LinkedIn Live Replay with Introduction
May 25, 2024 06:24 - 1 hour - 45.8 MB"Susan, I've taken enough time with these questions. Firstly, I just want to say, I'm thankful that I've met you. And two, this is an absolutely brilliant book and I love it." Matt Phelan In this episode I celebrate the launch of my new book Leading Beyond the Numbers: How accounting for emotions tips the balance at work. The book was launched during a LinkedIn Live on Monday May 13th with the help of Matt Phelan, who wrote the foreword to the book, and Dr. Susanne Evans. The book has alrea...
#174 Variation is the norm - Susan Ni Chriodain
May 11, 2024 06:13 - 44 minutes - 31.3 MB"Variation is the norm, that actually we're all unique. We are all different. And even how we approach learning and decision making, we're all different." Susan Ni Chriodain In this special episode of 'Life Beyond the Numbers,' I take on a unique role as the interviewee, giving Dr. Susanne Evans the reins to explore the themes, inspirations, and key takeaways from my about to be launched book, 'Leading Beyond the Numbers.' This episode not only showcases the book's concepts but also reflec...
#174 Variation is the Norm - Susan Ni Chriodain
May 11, 2024 06:13 - 44 minutes - 31.3 MB"Variation is the norm, that actually we're all unique. We are all different. And even how we approach learning and decision making, we're all different." Susan Ni Chriodain In this special episode of 'Life Beyond the Numbers,' I take on a unique role as the interviewee, giving Dr. Susanne Evans the reins to explore the themes, inspirations, and key takeaways from my about to be launched book, 'Leading Beyond the Numbers.' This episode not only showcases the book's concepts but also reflec...
#173 Momentum - a solo episode
April 27, 2024 07:00 - 29 minutes - 25 MB"When momentum really comes into play so much of the background noise fades further into the background. And then momentum builds momentum. You become unstoppable, mostly!" Susan Ni Chriodain In this episode you are invited to explore the multifaceted journey of writing and self-discovery, offering a glimpse into the challenges and rewards. I delve into the inner and outer challenges faced during the writing process, including self-doubt, perfectionism, and the importance of acknowledgin...
#172 Really Listening - Rob Lawrence
April 20, 2024 07:00 - 44 minutes - 34.8 MB"Most of the time we're not listening, really listening. We're actually just thinking, what do I want to say next or what shall I say next? And just listening for the odd word or phrase that we need to hear in order to meaningfully respond in a way that satisfies us." Rob Lawrence Rob Lawrence and I talk about the power of sound, the art of listening, and the journey of discovering and living one's truth. We delve into how our truths can be buried under societal expectations and the sign...
#171 Books with Dr. Susanne Evans, David Lee & Me
April 13, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MB"Basically it's books that we recommend a lot or books that have really changed our practice." Dr. Susanne Evans In honour of World Book Day and the value of reading Dr. Susanne Evans, David Lee and I recorded a conversation that explores a wide range of reads that have significantly impacted us including personal development, reflective practice, storytelling, neuroscience and touching on historical events such as the Rwandan Genocide. We each share insights on books that have changed o...
#170 Leaping Forward with Helen Joy
April 06, 2024 07:00 - 39 minutes - 28.5 MB"Imagine if we create this whole chain of psychologically safe environments that every single individual in that chain had that sense of psychological safety. The innovation, the creativity and the sheer drive, growth, productivity and all of those things mean that we would be leaping forwards in terms of how we do things and generating new opportunities and new ways of doing things and better ways of doing things." Helen Joy Helen Joy and I talk about how innovation and psychological sa...
#169 Insights Compilation
March 30, 2024 09:32 - 23 minutes - 18.8 MB"Insights" is a compilation episode that explores themes of resourcefulness, inner resources, and personal responsibility in accessing those resources. Through excerpts from previous episodes in 2024, you are introduced to various perspectives on living vibrant lives, self-leadership, the significance of listening to one's inner voice, and taking personal responsibility for one's joy and mindset. Insights includes excerpts from: 02:30 Karina Rook, Episode 159 Freedom to be Human ...
#168 Leading. Beyond. The Numbers. - Solo Episode
March 23, 2024 09:37 - 23 minutes - 20.4 MB"This book is about telling a different version of a story. That might begin to rebalance and imbalance. It is about leading beyond the numbers and still knowing our worth contribution and value. It is about recognising people as people and not as numbers on a payroll or statistics in a report." Susan Ni Chriodain In this solo episode I talk more about my upcoming book, Leading Beyond the Numbers: How Accounting for Emotions Tips the Balance at Work. The focus today is on the title. I t...
#167 A Future Possibility - Nathan Simmonds
March 16, 2024 09:18 - 52 minutes - 41.8 MB"What we need to then do, though, is, rather than trying to create tomorrow based on all the clutter and the stuff that has and hasn't worked, we need to rewire to a future possibility." Nathan Simmonds Nathan Simmonds and I discuss the importance of facing life challenges, overcoming personal struggles, and finding the strength to embrace a new path. Nathan shares his compelling life story, detailing how he navigated through personal challenges, including overcoming Crohn's disease, tee...
#166 Emotional Overdraft with Andy Brown
March 09, 2024 09:22 - 46 minutes - 35.8 MB"An Emotional Overdraft is the way that founders and entrepreneurs and leaders subsidise a business at the cost of their own mental or physical reserves and that can be very unhealthy and very damaging." Andy Brown Andy Brown and I discuss how acknowledging and understanding our emotions is crucial, not just for business owners, but for anyone in a workplace. Although emotions and feelings might not be mainstream thinking for all business leaders yet Andy assures us it is coming. We delv...
#165 Work Joy Formula - Beth Stallwood
March 02, 2024 09:26 - 48 minutes - 34.2 MB"I always think about the work joy formula as how do you actually go from where you are to getting more joy in your life?" Beth Stallwood Beth Stallwood highlights the importance of personal responsibility for one's joy in a work environment. She talks us through her journey of discovering joy in her work. She cleverly contrasts work joy from work gloom. We cover the three key components of work joy: Engagement, Energy, and Experimentation. Beth also highlights the importance of self-awa...
#164 A Look Inside My Upcoming Book
February 24, 2024 09:30 - 31 minutes - 26.6 MB"I delve into that in the book - the fact that none of us ever really know what's going on for someone else." Susan In this solo episode I talk about my upcoming book, Leading Beyond the Numbers: How Accounting for Emotions Tips the Balance at Work. I talk about the inspiration behind the book. I read out some of the endorsements I have received to date. And I read some extracts from two separate chapters that include personal anecdotes and reflections on the importance of emotions and t...
#163 Pick Your Lane - Sally Oddy
February 17, 2024 09:34 - 44 minutes - 33.2 MB"If there's one huge piece of advice I can give, it's pick your lane and stay in it .... Don't worry about what anyone else is doing, just decide what you want, decide how you're going to get that and focus." Sally Oddy Sally Oddy, an established entrepreneur, shares insights about her journey from being an employee to become a successful business owner. We delve into the details about her experience with burnout in a corporate environment which led her to change her career path and star...
#162 Never Think You Are Reaching Too High - Margaret de Valois (From the Archives)
February 10, 2024 09:38 - 46 minutes - 34.2 MB"Never think you reaching too high. If you want to do something, go for it, go for what you actually want." Mags de Valois Note: This episode from the archives was originally episode #13 on Oct 20th, 2020. For this episode I have recorded a brief introduction and a summary at the end with my key takeaways. Margaret de Valois shares her journey of embracing her individuality while navigating the corporate city world and breaking the mould. We talk about how much more rewarding it is ...
#161 All Roads Lead to Centre - Claudia Anghel
February 03, 2024 09:43 - 51 minutes - 39.3 MB"I'm consistently, continuously discovering this... I discovered that the key is the centre. Not losing your centre. This message constantly comes to me, all roads lead to centre. Because of course it's normal, human, to go into extremes." Claudia Anghel Claudia Angel talks about her transition from a traditional career in human resources to working with the resources of humans and guiding them in life. Claudia reflects on a pivotal moment that reshaped her career path. It happened after...
#160 Create!
January 27, 2024 09:47 - 25 minutes - 21.5 MB"Every conversation we have is co-created with other people." In this solo episode I reflect on the influence of creative thinking in daily life. The World Economic Forum's top 10 skills of 2023 highlights creative thinking as the second top skill. Although creativity is often linked to monumental achievements or works of art, creativity emanates from all humans in our everyday activities. It is the ability to bring something into existence that didn't exist before. Acknowledge the crea...
#159 Freedom to be Human - Karina Rook
January 20, 2024 09:32 - 45 minutes - 33.8 MB"We are always at our best when we have freedom to be human. And what I mean by that is when we remember, or lean into, what makes us human, oh my gosh, that's octane for our performance and it's so much easier." Karina Rook Karina Rook is an advocate for the virtue of 'freedom to be human' in our work-lives. In our conversation we cover the importance of genuine connection, overcoming stress and burnout, the role of rest and recovery and the concept of authentic self-leadership. We disc...
#158 Wake Up - Caroline Tanja Banz
January 13, 2024 09:30 - 43 minutes - 30.7 MB"This is my mission, I think this is what I really want to do and what I'm born to do, to help people wake up." Caroline Tanja Banz Caroline Tanja Banz shares her journey of self-discovery, which led her to 'marry herself' symbolically as an act of self-love and commitment to her own needs. Prior to this she said she had been a chameleon, adapting to situations and people around her instead of understanding herself. We delve into the Enneagram, a model of human psyche. Caroline advocates...
#157 Being Human (from the archives + new intro)
January 06, 2024 07:58 - 45 minutes - 34 MB"Happiness comes from a wide variety of different sources. And actually happiness is not the one single thing that we should pursue because part of being human is the whole world of emotion and feelings. And all of them are valid." Gavin Andrews In this episode, we explore the concept of mind-body connection and its implication for workplaces. The excerpts highlight the importance of understanding and embracing emotions and feelings as a part of human intelligence rather than suppressin...
#156 2023 in episodes - Susan Ni Chriodain
December 30, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this final episode of 2023, I take a reflective look back at the year, highlighting some guest interviews, insights and personal journeys. The journey from episode 116 to 156 was marked by diverse conversations traversing topics like personal growth, slowing down, challenges the significance of creativity, self-expression and giving people the chance to be themselves in order to create a more productive and happier workplace. And I share some anecdotes about writing my forthcoming book an...
#155 Friends - Susan Ni Chriodain
December 23, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes - 16.8 MB"I felt younger, I felt nostalgic, I felt the preciousness of life and the genuine appreciation of true friends." Susan In this episode, I reflect on the significance of friendships in my life and the joy that they bring. I share experiences with friends from different phases of life, including colleagues from Deloitte, a friend from Pakistan, and school friends. I highlight the importance of friendships during challenging times and expresses my gratitude for my friends - many of whom I ...
#154 Be Curious - Dr Susanne Evans, David Lee and Me
December 16, 2023 08:01 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB"If I'm working with somebody and they don't do their agreed upon "homework" and I'm telling myself a story like, Oh, they're not motivated. They're lazy. They don't take it seriously. And instead of coming from that judgey point of view, asking, so what happened? And it turns out they didn't understand what the assignment was or whatever. Get curious, not furious. Get curious instead of judging." David Lee Dr Susanne Evans, David Lee and I tackle the topic of motivation. We share thei...
#153 Self-love - Stephan Pfingsten
December 09, 2023 07:57 - 40 minutes - 32 MB"When people realise that I don't have enough self-love, I don't think you can teach somebody to have self love or to have a connection to your heart, but you can, become more conscious with the lack of it. And by doing that you start to vest in your own love and then in the love for other beings." Stephan Pfingsten Stephan Pfingsten and I discuss his concern for the imbalance in global consciousness versus technological advancement. He explains how accumulated past traumas unconsciously...
#152 Asking for Help - Migena Gjerazi
December 02, 2023 07:58 - 43 minutes - 28.6 MB"Asking for help, I mean, I had no clue that that was the way out. It didn't even cross my mind at all. It's so crazy that asking for help was the way out." Migena Gjerazi Migena Gjerazi and I delve into personal visions, change, surrender, taking responsibility for our choices and asking for help. Migena shares the importance of aligning with values that bring joy and excitement, even when the vision is unclear and encourages trust in the first step and openness to the unfolding path. S...
#151 Setting Intentions
November 25, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutes - 21.8 MB"There is something about setting intentions and having it written down or saying it out into the world that makes a difference, especially if it's something you want to do." In November 2022 I spoke about my intention to write a book in episode 110, Four Week Streaks. I reflect on the year that followed with a focus on the power of setting intentions, building habits and consistency and the fact that life can change in an instant. Resources Mentioned Episode 110 Four Week Streaks ...
#150 Celebrations - Susan Ni Chriodain
November 11, 2023 07:59 - 14 minutes - 12.5 MBI'm celebrating! Submitting Leading Beyond the Numbers: How Accounting for Emotions Tips the Balance at Work to the publisher. and A milestone birthday. Connect with me: On LinkedIn Through my website
#149 A Fair Person - James Perry
October 28, 2023 07:01 - 1 hour - 43.8 MB"If you can demonstrate to someone that you have their back and you're fair, you're a fair person. I think that's all you need to ask for, isn't it?" James Perry James Perry talks about his experiences with different bosses, emphasising the significance of fairness and support in the workplace. We talk about the importance of creating a relatable and empathetic work environment to engage employees and retain staff. James also reflects on his journey of self-awareness and the impact it h...
#148 Conversations - David Lee & Me (Republished**)
October 19, 2023 11:39 - 1 hour - 56.7 MB**Please note that the episode that went out on Oct 14th was a repeat of episode 102. This was my mistake - apologies. This is now the correct version of episode 148 "Difficult conversations by definition are difficult, but the relationship, just like in anything in life between skill level and how much courage it takes, the more skill, the less courage you have to summons." David Lee In this episode David Lee is asking the questions - well it is more of a riff about constructive con...
#147 This is my Camino
September 30, 2023 06:55 - 36 minutes - 30.5 MBIn 2018 I walked from Lisbon to Santiago de Compostela, or The Camino. I reached Santiago on Sept 30th and on the 5th anniversary of that milestone I've put together an episode to share some of the stories, thoughts, lessons learned and emotions from that four week journey: Week 1: Survival Week 2: Struggle Week 3: Stride Week 4: Satisfaction
#146 Highlights from the first 21
September 23, 2023 06:55 - 41 minutes - 30.8 MBA selection of insights from guests who featured in earlier episodes including Episode 1 with Sue Rosen Episode 4-5 with Gary Cox Episode 6 with Helen Joy Episode 9 with Jerry Harris Episode 13 with Mags de Valois Episode 14 with John Hayns Episode 15 with Marcus Thompson Episode 17 with Kim Bowden Episode 20 with Aoife O'Brien Episode 21 with Mark Samowitz
#145 Facilitate People - John Fairhurst
September 16, 2023 06:57 - 41 minutes - 29.3 MB"Leadership [....] it's a lot about trying to create environments where people could thrive and facilitate people being successful and therefore the team, the agenda and the organisation being successful." John Fairhurst John Fairhurst and I discuss his leadership style and philosophy. He emphasises the importance of facilitating and enabling people to be successful. He reflects on the changing nature of the private sector and development sector. And we talk about the crucial need for vo...
#144 Move Internationally - Kery (Boucher) Hamman
September 09, 2023 06:55 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB"We're not as young as some people who move internationally, which is one thing I think that I've learned a lesson from. And that's one of the harder things here, is that you've left almost your network and everything you've built up in your 25 years experience. You've almost gotta park that to one side and say, well, that was that country - now I have to start again." Kery Boucher Kery Boucher moved from South Africa to Ireland having never even visited Ireland previously. We talk abou...
#143 Executive Presence - Sue Rosen
September 02, 2023 06:58 - 44 minutes - 32.7 MB"I think all of leadership and all of executive presence starts from within. It starts with a need. You need to actually take time for reflection. I always describe it to people as, you've got to slow down to go faster. You've got to stop and reflect on what's important to you. What are your values? How do you want to show up as a leader?" Sue Rosen Sue Rosen and I discuss the topic of executive presence. Sue defines executive presence as inspiring confidence in one's capabilities and po...
#142 Minefields
August 26, 2023 06:59 - 16 minutes - 14.2 MBUntil the end of August '23 there will be a slightly different format to Life Beyond the Numbers episodes. As I'm focusing on a specific writing project I needed to free up space and time. So, instead of the regular format I am sharing a brief update on the week - the progress, struggles and insights as well as a short story, or speech, that I wrote during my time at Toastmasters - these will focus on different aspects of work-life. These episodes will be on average about 15-20 minutes d...
#141 Laughter
August 19, 2023 06:59 - 23 minutes - 19.8 MBUntil the end of August '23 there will be a slightly different format to Life Beyond the Numbers episodes. As I'm focusing on a specific writing project I needed to free up space and time. So, instead of the regular format I am sharing a brief update on the week - the progress, struggles and insights as well as a short story, or speech, that I wrote during my time at Toastmasters - these will focus on different aspects of work-life. These episodes will be on average about 15-20 minutes d...
#140 Stay Connected
August 12, 2023 07:00 - 17 minutes - 15.1 MBUntil the end of August '23 there will be a slightly different format to Life Beyond the Numbers episodes. As I'm focusing on a specific writing project I needed to free up space and time. So, instead of the regular format I am sharing a brief update on the week - the progress, struggles and insights as well as a short story, or speech, that I wrote during my time at Toastmasters - these will focus on different aspects of work-life. These episodes will be on average about 15-20 minutes d...
#139 Every Voice Counts
August 05, 2023 08:34 - 20 minutes - 17.2 MBUntil the end of August '23 there will be a slightly different format to Life Beyond the Numbers episodes. As I'm focusing on a specific writing project I needed to free up space and time. So, instead of the regular format I am sharing a brief update on the week - the progress, struggles and insights as well as a short story, or speech, that I wrote during my time at Toastmasters - these will focus on different aspects of work-life. These episodes will be on average about 15-20 minutes d...
#138 About Time
July 29, 2023 08:39 - 23 minutes - 20.1 MBUntil the end of August '23 there will be a slightly different format to Life Beyond the Numbers episodes. As I'm focusing on a specific writing project I needed to free up space and time. So, instead of the regular format I am sharing a brief update on the week - the progress, struggles and insights as well as a short story, or speech, that I wrote during my time at Toastmasters - these will focus on different aspects of work-life. These episodes will be on average about 15-20 minutes d...
#137 Leading Beyond the Numbers
July 22, 2023 08:43 - 21 minutes - 18 MBOver the next six weeks there will be a slightly different format to Life Beyond the Numbers episodes. As I'm focusing on a specific project I needed to free up space and time. So, instead of the regular format I will share a brief update on the week - the progress, struggles and insights as well as a short story, or speech, that I wrote during my time at Toastmasters - these will focus on different aspects of work-life. These episodes will be on average about 15 minutes duration. It is ...
#136 What You Stand For - Phil Dorman
July 15, 2023 08:33 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB"We always stand for something. And fulfilment and success [ ] is gonna come from actively choosing that thing that you stand for. We are not neutral. [ ] The way I translate that into the work I do is by helping the people I work with to work out what they stand for. I'm politically agnostic about what they choose to stand for. It's about them [ ] It's about knowing what you stand for. Deciding what you stand for." Phil Dorman Phil and I talk about that point people reach in a leadershi...
#135 The Twin Trails - Achim Arnold
July 08, 2023 08:36 - 42 minutes - 33 MB"The Shamans, from the Native American people, talk about the twin trails. This whole going inward, going outward, going inward, going outward. The more we grow internally, we can grow externally." Achim Arnold Achim Arnold and I discuss his interest in purpose-driven connections which is largely influenced by his upbringing and desire to be part of a community. We explore the concept of having aspirations instead of putting immense pressure on oneself to constantly do things. We talk ab...
#134 I Feel Like Me Again - Jo Hunter
July 01, 2023 08:40 - 44 minutes - 34 MB"I thought, oh, now I feel relaxed. Now I feel like me again. And so it wasn't about removing imperfection, it was like just busting out of my being, so full of love and of happiness that I was like, oh yeah, why would I box myself in with that again?" Jo Hunter Jo Hunter shares her personal journey with perfectionism and how it affected her life. Jo eventually broke free from the constraints of perfectionism and rediscovered her creativity. Jo also discussed the need to nurture creativi...