Coaching Corner - Rachael Morgan - Mindful Coffees

In this episode we sit down with Kristy Dean - a Contract Consultant with expertise across Business Analysis, People and Culture and Emotional Intelligence.This was a really insightful and enjoyable conversation that covered a variety of subjects including:Active listening and why it is a superpowerAI as a tool and not as a replacement for humansEmotional intelligenceIndividual agency and how we should all be taking accountabilityWhy building relationships at work mattersHow choosing our words carefully can help foster great relationships and cultureThe pressures of leadershipBuilding humans connectionsKristy's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-dean-uk/Clem's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/clement-pickering/James' LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmsmilner/www.exalto-consulting.com.

In this episode we sat down with Helen Vale - Delivery Director at CDS UKHelen has a wealth of experience building and leading technology teams, both for end users and consultancies.This was a great conversation and we covered a real variety of topics including - why being direct and to the point is good for clarity and culture, understanding what motivates and drives you and how technology and teams are changing but humans are still central to every business.In this open and honest conversation we also covered:Communicating bad news to teamsHow AI can enhance human interaction and not replace itWhy there is a shift towards fixed outcome work in consultancyHow jobs in tech are changing at the moment and what this might look like in the futureGetting the balance of vulnerability right when you are leading teamsHelen's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/he14ensJames' LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jmsmilnerClem's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/clement-pickeringwww.exalto-consulting.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@ExaltoConsultingBuilding Better Teams Newsletter - https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1331267/200496073060386343/share.

In this episode James and Clem chat with Shan Beerstecher (Senior Transformation and Change Director).In this conversation Shan shared her approach to building high performing teams using a human centred approach with the African principle of Ubuntu at the core.Topics covered include:Ubuntu philosophy of leadershipLeading from the backCelebrating success together and celebrating individualsInterviewing for self awarenessAI's impact on company cultureReverse coaching and mentoringShan's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shan-beerstecher/Clem's LinkedIn profile: linkedin.com/in/clement-pickeringJames's LinkedIn profile: linkedin.com/in/jmsmilnerwww.exalto-consulting.com

In this session we're joined by expert People Professional Charlotte Goulding.Charlotte has a wealth of experience in senior HR and People positions, largely working in the technology sector. More recently she has started her own business providing expert advice and consultancy to businesses.This is a fascinating chat covering everything from AI, leadership development, dispelling the myths of HR being "the internal police" to transformational ideas on creating more space for innovation and doing away with job descriptions. It is a must watch for anyone interested in leading and developing teams in todays world.Topics include:- Why soft skills are the hardest to master- AI's impact on job descriptions (and whether we should use them at all)- The type of support leaders need to be effective- Why HR and People professionals should be at the heart of AI adoption and transformation in the business- Why we should be shifting to outcome based roles rather than task based- Why people centric cultures create high performing teams- How can we give people more space to embrace innovation in a world full of distractions- How to build great cultures that are people centric Charlotte's LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/charlottegouldingCharlotte’s company - https://www.thepeoplethread.co.uk/James's LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/jmsmilnerClem's LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/clement-pickeringwww.exalto-consulting.com

Coaching Corner - Shaun Walsh - Embracing RecoveryIn this episode James and Clem chat with Shaun Walsh - Co-Founder and Director at Perform Partners - Business Change and Tech Consultancy.This was a great conversation covering a wide variety of topics including the trials and tribulations of running a business, leadership, coaching and training to be a psychotherapist.Some of the topics covered include:Learning to be a psychotherapistEmbracing recoveryEmotional intelligence in uncertain timesThe weight of awarenessBuilding resilience for businessBalancing business success and personal identityShaun's LinkedIn profile: linkedin.com/in/shaun-walsh-performpartnersPerform Partners: https://perform-partners.com/James's LinkedIn profile: linkedin.com/in/jmsmilnerClem's LinkedIn profile: linkedin.com/in/clement-pickeringwww.exalto-consulting.comhttps://www.clementpickering.com/

In this episode we're joined by Caroline Turner.Caroline is the founder and Managing Director of Creased Puddle - an awesome consultancy that specialises in neurodiversity in the workplace.We had a brilliant discussion covering all aspects of leadership, coaching and environment - all from a neurodiversity slant.Some of the topics include:How to practically support neurodiverse team membersOvercoming fears and stigma Working environments and their impact How a "one size fits all" approach doesn't workThe "have you got a minute?" - feedback ambush How lack of flexibility in processes is damaging in eduaction and in the workplaceCaroline's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-turner-775b3715a/Creased Puddle: https://www.creasedpuddle.co.uk/Clem's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/clement-pickeringJames' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmsmilner/Exalto Consulting - www.exalto-consulting.com

Coaching Corner - Chloe Wood - Leadership LessonsIn this episode James and Clem chat with Chloe Wood - Vice President of Operations at Liberty Blume (part of Liberty Global).It was a great conversation covering many topics, including:Navigating difficult conversationsHiring for values and culture add to the teamThe power of a morning routineHow exercise and fitness can help in leadershipWhat makes a great culture and how to build oneHow Finance and Operations overlapBeing accountable for your own learning and growthChloe's Wood: linkedin.com/in/chloe-wood-73a1a94James Milner: linkedin.com/in/jmsmilnerClem Pickering: linkedin.com/in/clement-pickering

In this episode of Coaching Corner, James and Clem chat with Rachael Morgan - Head of Technology, Data.Rachael shares her passion for leadership, self development and continuous improvement. She also shares some of her background story, love for gardening and coffee!The conversation also includes:Embracing vulnerability in leadershipAI in leadershipBalancing tech and humanityAgreements v expectationsSetting standards, pace and toneThe evolving journey of leadershipRachael Morgan:linkedin.com/in/rachael-morgan-leaderJames Milner:linkedin.com/in/jmsmilnerClem Pickering:linkedin.com/in/clement-pickeringwww.exalto-consulting.comhttps://www.clementpickering.com/Youtube:www.youtube.com/@ExaltoConsulting

James and Clem kick off the Coaching Corner podcast with Helen Curtis - Founder and Director of Coterie Marketing.Helen shares some of her background story and why she has a passion for Compassionate Leadership.The conversation includes:Compassion boosts business successEnergy flows in teamsWhy mindfulness is not all "woo woo"Why we shouldn't have annual performance reviewsShould we ever give negative feedback?Helen Curtis:https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenacurtis/James Milner:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmsmilner/Clem Pickering:https://www.linkedin.com/in/clement-pickering/www.exalto-consulting.com