The Brilliance Realised Series

In this episode of Brilliance Realised, host Catherine De la Poer explores the future of work and strategies to navigate rapid uncertainty. Joined by Rita McGrath, best-selling author and professor at Columbia Business School, they discuss insights from her latest book Seeing Around Corners. The conversation covers practical advice for leaders, the importance of absorbing uncertainty, simplifying tasks, fostering curiosity, and maintaining a clear purpose. They also emphasise creating a coaching culture and engaging in structured experiments to manage uncertainty. Tune in for expert insights and actionable strategies to help leaders and teams thrive.

In this episode, join Catherine de la Poer as she delves into the future of work with special guest Danielle Harmer, Chief People Officer at Aviva. Get ready for a deep dive into the strategies and insights that are shaping the way organisations approach inclusion in the workplace.   Danielle kicks things off by highlighting the crucial difference between fairness and equality, revealing how personalised approaches pave the way for genuine inclusion. Plus, discover the power of language in job postings and why gender-inclusive messaging is key to attracting a diverse talent pool.   But it's not just about diversity for diversity's sake, Danielle reveals the tangible benefits of building an inclusive organisation. From incorporating inclusion measures into executive incentives to winning over investors, she proves that diversity drives success.   Danielle champions transparency in everything from salary discussions to reward reviews, advocating for a level playing field for all employees. And with the rise of internal talent marketplaces, she shows how technology is empowering individuals to take charge of their careers like never before.   Don't miss out on a great episode!

In this episode, we delve deep into the future of work. Catherine de la Poer, your host is joined by Caspar Berry, a former professional poker player turned keynote speaker on risk-taking and decision-making. In today's discussion, Caspar shares his fascinating journey from the world of film and television to becoming a professional poker player. The key topic on our agenda is calculated risk-taking—a critical skill for navigating the uncertainties faced by business leaders in our rapidly evolving world. Caspar sheds light on the essence of risk, emphasising the importance of decision-making in resource allocation under uncertainty. He challenges traditional notions of rational and irrational decisions, focusing on what he terms "useful and unproductive decision-making." The conversation delves into the psychology of risk, emphasising the diverse ways individuals approach and tolerate risk. We explore the impact of organisational culture on decision-making, with Caspar advocating for an environment that removes consequences and encourages a long-term perspective. He draws parallels between decision-making and the game show "Deal or No Deal," urging leaders to constantly seek high-value opportunities and maximise returns. Join us as we unravel the intricacies of decision-making, risk-taking, and the role of culture in shaping successful leaders and organisations.

In this episode, Host Catherine de la Poer is joined by Jonathan Kohn, Group HR and Communications Director at Bibby Line Group. This episode explores the essence of human nature in organisational design, tracing its historical roots and adapting to the evolving demands of creative and autonomous work. Our focus will be on cultivating a culture that prevents missed opportunities, energy wastage, and employee dissatisfaction. We'll discuss the pivotal role of leaders in understanding and championing the importance of humanising work, addressing challenges in large corporations, and striving for consistency in leadership. Delving into the hurdles of a human-first approach, we'll highlight the significance of leadership belief and resource investment.    Tune in for insights into creating safe spaces for vulnerability, balancing technical skills and leadership qualities, and aligning frameworks for leadership development at senior levels. 

A deep dive into the neuro-science of experiences, real time human energy mapping, predicting burnout and discretionary effort. With guest Dr Paul J Zak; we look at the human biology behind crafting extraordinary experiences + how these link to exceptional performance at work.

In the latest episode of the Sheridan Worldwide Brilliance Realised Podcast, host Catherine de la Poer leads a discussion about “why purpose matters? With guest, Dr Victoria Hurth, Visiting Fellow, Judge Business School; we explore what it means to be a purpose-led organisation, we consider, what’s stopping CEOs and their boards moving away from business-as-usual and define the first steps leaders need to take to reorientate towards purpose and by so doing unleash sustainability...people and planet.

Why HR leaders and the wider exec team, must become active participants on social and how to do it. With guests Damian Corbet, communications consultant and author of the Social C-suite and Chloe Palmer, Head of People at Accel.

A discussion about human wellbeing as a competitive advantage considering all aspects of the human system - mind, body and spirit. With guest Andy Holmes, Head of Global Wellbeing at Reckitt. We consider what orgs need to do to create healthy human systems at work, where people can not only survive but also thrive.

What might it mean to give everyone access to fair and equal outcomes, at work? With guest Pauline Miller, Chief Equity Officer at Dentsu International, we define what equity is, and think about equity in the context of a post-Covid era, where the pace of change and new technology is fundamentally changing the way, we work.

How can we create better communities that close the gaps between people and avoid ‘othering’ in the  workplace? Podcast host Sanchia Moraes spoke with guest Helen May, founder of Belonging at  Work, to discuss communities within the workplace and how it can contribute to belonging and  inclusion.

In the latest Brilliance Realised podcast, host Annette Andrews, Mediator and Executive Coach, is joined by David Whincup, Head of London Employment at Squire Patton Boggs. The topic of discussion today, Mediation: Much to gain, Little to lose. David’s comments are focused on the interplay of mediation and employment which he feels to be a valuable tool for both employer and employee. Tune in for more on his view that requiring mediation in a workplace dispute is a reasonable management request.

How can we help minority groups to find more belonging at work? Podcast host Sanchia Moraes spoke with guest Sarah Garrett, founder of SPM Group, to discuss how organisations and leaders can help minority groups find more belonging in the workplace.

Brilliance Realised podcast host Shannon Cassidy and guest Debbie Hart, Walt Disney World Resort, recently had a discussion on the benefit of doubt and empathy in relation to generosity in the workplace

What is the impact of imposter syndrome on belonging at work? Podcast host Sanchia Moraes spoke with guest Dr Margaret Collins, Author and imposter Syndrome specialist, to discuss imposter syndrome and how it can influence belonging & inclusion in the workplace. Listen to the latest Brilliance Realised podcast episode here.

This week on the Brilliance Realised podcast, host Shannon Cassidy and Lisa Chang, Coca-Cola, discuss the role of generosity in the workplace and how being grounded in gratitude can be beneficial to employees and employers.

Brilliance Realised podcast host Shannon Cassidy and guest Annette Andrews, Sheridan Worldwide, recently discussed performance coaching and how it can be utilised to strengthen the workplace environment and overall leadership.

In our latest Brilliance Realised podcast, host Shannon Cassidy spoke with guest Angela Cassidy, formerly of London Stock Exchange Group now Sheridan Worldwide, to discuss the value and benefits of mentoring and sponsorship in the workplace.

With our eyes firmly fixed on the future of work, podcast host Catherine de La Poer and guest experts Kimberly Maucher-Lynch, Workday, and Matthias Weber, Alfred Herrhausen Society, discuss Plan B– talent of the future.

Podcast host Catherine De La Poer spoke with guests Ashtar Antoine, Diebold Nixdorf and Nigel Lowe, PA Consulting, to discuss the importance of soft skills and hard skills and why investing in re- skilling is so important right now.

This week on the Brilliance Realised podcast, host Shannon Cassidy and guest Helen May, sat down to discuss the role of effective feedback and how it contributes to generosity in the workplace.

Brilliance Realised podcast host Shannon Cassidy and guest Loraine Martins, Network Rail, recently discussed active listening and its purpose and benefits within the workplace.

This week on the Brilliance Realised podcast, hosts Annette Andrews and Caroline Sheridan and expert guest Julie Dennis, ACAS, discuss the role of ACAS within conflict resolution.

How can organisations operationalise psychological safety? Podcast host Catherine de La Poer and guest experts Professor Amy Edmondson, Harvard Business School, and Johnathan Gawthrop, Emcor UK, discuss the risks and opportunities that are presented by psychological safety.

Today’s topic of discussion on the Brilliance Realised podcast is HR mindsets and skill sets for the future. Join podcast host Catherine de La Poer and guest experts Kirsten Furber, Channel 4, and Matt Burns, BentoHR, as they explore the pros and cons of a culture first approach versus a data first approach when building a future ready organisation.

Today as we discuss conflict resolution, podcast hosts Annette Andrews and Caroline Sheridan are joined by Peter Cheese, CIPD, as they discuss mediation and whether it is a critical skill for leaders and managers. Listen now on the Brilliance Realised podcast.

Is Mediation the way forward? Join podcast hosts Annette Andrews and Caroline Sheridan as they discuss mediation in the workplace with special guest Sir Brendan Barber as part of our Conflict Resolution episode series. Listen now on the Brilliance Realised podcast

Our second episode within the Future of Work series on the Brilliance Realised podcast, with host Catherine de La Poer, is now live! Featuring Vivienne Arts OBE, London Stock Exchange, and Keith Williams, KMW3, our guest experts discuss how the future ready organisation is emotionally intelligent.

What does the future of work look like? Podcast host Catherine de La Poer and guest experts Alex Westerdahl, Spotify, and James Stacey, Lloyds Banking Group (previously London Stock Exchange), discuss the hybrid model of working from anywhere in our launch episode in the Brilliance Realised Series. Join Catherine, Alex and James as they explore Spotify's Work from Anywhere programme and discuss why flexibility, autonomy and belonging, all deeply human experience.