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Inspiring Thoughts Podcast
by Inspirational Coaching Limited
Listening to our wonderful guests from the world of Facilitation, Mediation, Authentic Leadership, Coaching and Modernising HR policies.Top tips and great insights!
Episodes
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The Power of Collaboration, Taking ILM Global with Arooj Waqar Episode 49
Inspiring Thoughts Podcast Episode 49: The Power of Collaboration: Taking ILM Global In this episode of the Inspiring Thoughts Podcast, we dive into the power of collaboration and how shared vision can take the ILM Leadership & Management Qualifications global. Join Stephen Adams, CEO of…
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The Truth About High Performance Culture - Aaron Phipps MBE and Jon Cooper. Episode 48
NEW PODCAST - EPISODE 48 : The Truth About High Performance Culture This week Stephen Adams sits down with two exceptional leaders in high performance , Aaron Phipps MBE and Jon Cooper for a bold, honest and energising conversation that cuts straight to the heart of what high performance really...
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“Belong Here” — Building a Culture Where Everyone Thrives Inspiring Thoughts Podcast – Episode 47
Inspiring Thoughts Podcast – Episode 47 “Belong Here” — Building a Culture Where Everyone Thrives In this episode, Stephen Adams, CEO of Inspiring Cultures Ltd, is joined by the brilliant Lauren Du Plooy Flowers, Head of Culture and Inclusive Wellbeing at Haven and a respected voice in DE&I,...
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Inspiring Thoughts Podcast, Episode 46 Stephen Adams and Aaron Hearne MBE
Performance Without Fear — with Aaron Hearne MBE What does it take to build a culture where people feel safe, valued and able to perform at their best? In this uplifting episode of the Inspiring Thoughts Podcast, Stephen Adams speaks with Aaron Hearne MBE, leader, fundraiser, volunteer and…
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Inspiring Thoughts Podcast – Episode 45 Culture as Kindness with Sasi Venables
Inspiring Thoughts Podcast – Episode 45 Culture as Kindness with Sasi Venables What does great culture look like? In this energising conversation, Stephen Adams sits down with Sasi Venables Chartered FCIPD, Transformational Coach, speaker, facilitator, and founder of The HR Confidence Club to...
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44. Before it Boils - how to prevent workplace conflict from boiling over With Stephen Adams, Jenni Miller and Louisa Constantine
🎙️ Inspiring Thoughts Podcast — Before It Boils Episode 44 In this special episode, Louisa sits down with Jenni Miller and Stephen Adams — co‑authors of Before It Boils — to explore the quiet, everyday tensions that shape workplace culture long before they erupt. Together, they unpack why…
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43. Employment Changes with Amanda Nichols and Stephen Adams
🎙️ Welcome to Episode 43 of The Inspiring Thoughts Podcast. Today, we’re diving into one of the most fast‑moving areas of modern business: the world of HR. And with 2026 bringing some of the most significant employment changes we’ve seen in years, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.…
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42. Working hard at being lucky with Jane Hodgson
🎙️ Inspiring Thoughts Podcast – Working Hard at Being Lucky 🚀 Luck isn’t just chance—it’s crafted through preparation, mindset, and meaningful connections! This month, host Stephen Adams explores the science of luck with Jane Hodgson—Trainer, Rock Star Enabler, and expert in turning opportunity...
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41. Cultural Transition with Wendy Copper
🎙️ Inspiring Thoughts Podcast – Cultural Transition! 🚀 Cultural transformation isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the key to unlocking careers, empowering teams, and enriching lives. This month on the Inspiring Thoughts Podcast, host Stephen Adams dives into the art and science of cultural transition...
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40. Mastering the Art of Coaching with Kathleen Cushnie
🎙️ Inspiring Thoughts Podcast - Mastering the Art of Coaching! 🚀 Coaching is a skill that can truly transform careers, teams, and lives. This month on the Inspiring Thoughts Podcast, Stephen Adams is joined by the brilliant Kathleen Cushnie to explore Mastering the Art of Coaching. 💡 In this...
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39. Taking Ownership in Your Development with Gemma Krasucka
💫 Inspiring Thoughts Podcast - Taking Ownership in Your Development💫 In this episode of our Inspiring Thoughts podcast we are joined by Gemma Krasucka to talk about the importance of taking ownership of your personal development. As head of Learning and Development at Leicester City Football...
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38. Trust in Leadership with Marisa Thomas
🎙️ Introducing the Inspiring Thoughts Podcast! 🎙️ We are thrilled to share the latest episode of the Inspiring Thoughts Podcast, where we explore ideas that ignite growth, spark creativity, and empower change. In this episode, Stephen Adams talks with Marisa Thomas, Executive Coach and Author…
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37. Inspiring Thoughts Podcast - What makes a Positive Leadership Culture with Kat Merchant
🌟 Introducing the Inspiring Thoughts Podcast! 🌟 We’re thrilled to kick off our latest episode with none other than Rugby World Champion, Kat Merchant! 🏆🎙️ In this empowering conversation, Kat dives deep into what truly makes a positive leadership culture. Drawing from her experience on and…
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36. Authentic Leadership with Alex Thomas
In this month's episode of the Inspiring Thoughts Podcast, Stephen Adams is joined by Alex Thomas for an insightful conversation about Authentic Leadership and the challenges of managing Leadership roles. Alex begins by reminiscing about the early stages of his career, sharing valuable lessons…
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35. Attracting Talent with Jess Pressland
In this week's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast Stephen Adams is joined by Jess Pressland to talk about attracting talent into organisations. Jess shares with us her invaluable insights gained from her experience working in this field. Jess explains the pathway which you should be taking to ensure you...
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34. The Future of Learning & Development with Dean Giles
Dean Giles recently joined Stephen Adams on the "Inspiring Thoughts Podcast" to share his remarkable journey in the field of Learning and Development (L&D). During the episode, Dean delved into the pivotal moments that shaped his career, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into the challenges...
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33. Sustainable Impact For Women in HR with Emma Djemil
In this month's Inspiring Podcast Stephen Adams has a great chat with Emma Djemil discussing her passion of helping women in the HR profession 'Be Unstoppable'. Emma's coaching is helping women break down barriers to their own success and overcoming many misconceptions of the profession. Emma is...
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32. Authentic Leadership with Claire Thorpe
In this Months Inspiring Thoughts Podcast Stephen Adams has a great conversation with Claire Thorpe about all things Authentic Leadership. Claire is passionate about helping companies develop a coaching approach to leadership as she knows first hand the benefits this can have for any…
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31. Attracting Workforce Talent with Claire Johnston
In this month's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast we talked to Claire Johnston, People Director at Crerar Hotels. We had a great discussion about the people function and attracting talent and although Claires vast experience is within the hospitality industry, the same principles can be applied to any...
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30. The Power of Early Dialogue with Jo Lakin
We have been lucky enough to work with Jo Lakin on several occasions, one of which was when she attended our Accreditation in Mediation course and became a certified mediator. So, it was a delight to have Jo on our Inspiring Thoughts podcast this week discussing the 'Power of Early Dialogue'. Jo...
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29. Implementing a Modern HR Framework with Vic Haynes
In this week's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast Stephen Adams talks to Vic Haynes, Head of People & Culture Saint Gobain Pam UK to talk about how they took the brave step to introduce a Modern HR framework into their business. They are a great example of how it is possible to rip-up the traditional HR...
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28. The Art of Conflict Conversations with Dominic Human
As you may know, here at ICL we are passionate about helping people resolve conflict so who better for us to talk to in this weeks Inspiring Thoughts podcast than former police hostage negotiator, Dominic Human. Dominic and Stephen Adams discuss the art having conflict conversations and how...
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27. ILM - The Power of Professional Qualifications with Sonia Jenkins
We know we shouldn't have favourites but Sonia Jenkins and Tillomed are one of our favourite clients. We have worked with Sonia and her team several times, so she was an obvious choice when we were deciding who to talk about ILM programmes with. You will hear in our Inspiring Thoughts Podcast…
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26. Transforming Cultures with Nadia Baker
In the first podcast of 2024. We discuss the topic of Cultural Transformation and Nadia Baker was an obvious choice to have as our guest due to her brilliant expertise in the area. Stephen Adams and Nadia talk about this multi-faceted issue and unpick what it means as well as the steps you can…
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25. The Future of HR with Claire Cathcart
We all know that HR help drive development for our teams but who helps HR professionals drive their own performance? In this week's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast Stephen Adams talks to Claire Cathcart who does just that. Claire is passionate about helping HR advisors and uses her experience to help...
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24. The Power of Coaching with Lisa Robyn Wood
In this week's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast Stephen Adams talks to Lisa Robyn Wood about the power of coaching. Lisa shares her expertise on coaching for middle-managers and tells us how she helps people think differently about making changes that can help them move forward. Lisa talks in detail...
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23. Conduct Change with Nicki Eyre
In this week's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast we tackle the sensitive subject of bullying in the workplace. Stephen Adams is joined by Nicki Eyre who shares her expertise on the subject and helps guide us through its complexities. Through her business Conduct Change Nicki helps people who have been…
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22. The HR Change Maker - Kelly Swingler
TEDx and International Keynote speaker, Kelly Swingler joined us on our Inspiring Thoughts Podcast to talk about her role as a HR Change maker. Kelly's mission is to help HR professionals become the best happy, healthy and high performing versions of themselves. Kelly and Stephen Adams discuss…
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21. Authentic Leadership with Tom Martin
Tom Martin has been in leadership roles for over 20 year and in this weeks Inspiring Thoughts podcast he shares his thoughts on what make an authentic leader. Tom believes his love of football and sport has instilled in him many of the traits that a good leader should have from work ethic to…
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20. Hypnotherapy Supports Wellbeing
How can hypnotherapy support your wellbeing? In this weeks podcast Stephen Adams talks to Clinical Hypnotherapist, Nicole Valens on this hugely interesting subject. Nicole explains what happens to us during hypnotherapy and the benefits it can have for us when dealing with a variety of issues. As...
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19. Transforming HR from Beige to Brilliant with Magical Energy with Michelle Hartley
Michelle Hartley's passion for HR and infectious personality is evident from our first few minutes of chatting on our Inspiring Thoughts Podcast. Michelle is a huge advocate for HR being used to help change the world, if you let it. What other business function can help create an environment in...
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18. Turning Stress into Success with Jake Naudé
In the latest of ICL’s Inspiring Thoughts Podcast series, Stephen Adams has the pleasure of speaking with Jake Naudé from stressedexecutive.com. After many years of working in the corporate sector, Jake came to realise the pressures of his full time job needed to be addressed and recalibrated. He...
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17. NLP brought to life with Emma McNally
What is NLP? Neuro Linguistic Programming is a tool which can help us in so many aspects of our lives. Emma McNally is an expert in this field and in this weeks Inspiring Thoughts Podcast we hear from Emma about the benefits of NLP and the applied neuroscience behind the theory. Emma's passion…
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16. The Future of HR with Amanda Nicholls
The world of HR is changing and in this weeks Inspiring Thoughts Podcast, Amanda Nicholls talks with Stephen Adams about the future of HR and its place within the world of work. Amanda shares with us her insight on how businesses need to ensure HR is an integral part of their growth strategy and...
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15. 5 Steps of Employee Engagement with Maria Wilson
Maria Wilson from Saxon HR consultancy has used her extensive HR experience to develop 5 steps to employee engagement. In this weeks Inspiring Thoughts Podcast she talks with Stephen Adams through each step from investing in employees careers to giving them a voice and involving them in decision...
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14. Transforming HR with Gavin Howarth
This week on Inspiring Thoughts Podcast we had a great discussion about one of our favourite topics - Transforming HR. Stephen Adams chatted to Gavin Howarth about the common challenges facing HR today and how the role of HR should be utilised in SME's. In particular they discussed the…
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13. The Natural Environment and the Effect on Mental Health and Wellbeing with Samuel Baffour Kyei
As the summer months approach, Stephen Adams took the opportunity to talk to Samuel Baffour Kyei about why it is important to get outside and enjoy the natural environment as a means of improving our mental health and wellbeing. Sam is currently researching the benefits of green spaces and the...
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12. Rapid Transformation Therapy with Jayne Robinson
Stephen Adams had the privilege of discussing Rapid Transformation Therapy (RTT) with specialist Jayne Robinson. Jayne brings to life the benefits of RTT, how it can support people's confidence and the speed at which it can support recovery. Jayne shared how RTT can support many forms of trauma…
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11. Stress in the Workplace with Pip Lawrence
Stephen Adams had a thoroughly enjoyable discussion with Pip Lawrence from Wellbeing People Ltd for this week's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast around the subject of Stress in the Workplace. Pip educated us on how to manage stress on a daily basis and how small changes to our lives can make a huge...
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10. Investigations in the Workplace with Gary Rogers
Gary Rogers has been an investigator for over 35 years and in this week's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast he shares with Stephen Adams his experiences and thoughts on conducting Investigations in the Workplace. They discuss the importance of factfinding and following the evidence and how investigators...
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9. Neurodiversity in the Workplace with Helen Bailey
We had a fascinating discussion with Helen Bailey for this week's Inspiring Thoughts Podcast around the subject of Neurodiversity in the Workplace. Helen educated us on how to ensure our company culture is inclusive and supportive for neurodivergent colleagues starting from the recruitment…
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8. Benefits of Coaching with Sinder Gill
In this week's Inspiring thoughts podcast Stephen Adams talks to Sinder Gill Behavioural, Cultural & Change Manager at Derbyshire Constabulary. Stephen and Sinder discuss the Benefits of Coaching and how self development, through the use of coaching, will be the best investment you can ever make....
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7. Authentic Leadership with Sir Peter Wanless
Sir Peter and Stephen Adams talk about Authentic Leadership, drawing on his experience in the civil service and the National Lottery through to his current role in NSPCC. He highlights the importance of having a strong purpose, and the key traits of clarity, positvity and unity for both a leader...
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6. The Power of Mediation with Graham Boyack
Graham has plenty of experience in seeing the benefits of mediation for both individuals and organisations. In particular, Graham shares how having a management team that is equipped with mediation skills, can have a hugely positive impact on the culture of a business. Being able to have...
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5. Narcissism in the Workplace with Jo Banks
Stephen Adams spoke in detail to Jo Banks who is an expert on narcissism in the Workplace. Jo shared with us not only the typical traits of a narcissist but also how the cycle of narcissistic behaviour, acts as fuel to their actions. She also gives some excellent advice if you ever find yourself…
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4. Modernising HR Policies with Kirsty Knight HR Director Xtrac
In our next Inspiring Thoughts Podcast, Kirsty Knight talks about Modernising HR policies. Kirsty is helping to shape the culture of the business by moving to more principle-based HR policies. Kirsty tells us that rather than HR being seen as a 'controlling parent,' when it comes to grievance,...
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3. The Power of Story telling with Anna Ong
This edition of the Inspiring Thoughts Podcast, Anna Ong Creator & Host of 'What's Your Story Slam, Storyteller. Anna shows us that the journey of telling a story starts with self-reflection and recognising vulnerability, progressing through to visualisation and inspiring others.
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2. Inspiring Thoughts Podcast - Authentic Leadership with Dan Wood
Dan Wood Officer at Avon and Somerset Constabulary for being our wonderful guest. Dan shares his non-traditional career path and believes that encouragement from others has supported him in moving into broader roles. We found the examples Dan gave about what values mean to him, truly inspiring....
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1. Inspiring Thoughts Podcast - Authentic Leadership with Sandra Farquharson
Thank you to my first wonderful guest Sandra Farquharson Director of HR & OD. Sandra shared her views and feelings about Authentic Leadership. Understanding Sandra's career journey, the people that have inspired her and the Leadership Style she has developed were truly motivational. I will leave...
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Listening to our wonderful guests from the world of Facilitation, Mediation, Authentic Leadership, Coaching and Modernising HR policies.Top tips and great insights!
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